The Watch Appreciation Thread - Page 1130

Good catch, that one slipped my mind.

Seems the nearest in price range to mine is the Dornblueth at under 5k. But none of these guys offer a bespoke hand-engraved balance cock, let alone two of them in a single movement.

Thanks for the kind words, appreciate it.

thanks! but its not mine............. yet. i hope. hnngghghghghgngnghghghghghhhh

and once you get the bug, you best not even fight it. it will be a waste of energy as you will certainly lose.

yerp. i have one on my JLC, and its always set to israel time. as a reminder to keep my heart and mind with jerusalem, and because i have family there and glance at my watch to see if its a reasonable time to call.

technically, its not current. it is the original gmt master II, the 16760 and was run only for 5 years. replaced by the better known, 16710. i think that is correct. so i have learned in my investigating today anyways. also, the creamy white hour markers are delicious.

Reminds me of my very first GMT (although it was before the GMT 2).   I eventually tired of the black bezel because everyone who ever commented on it would say, "Nice Sub."  Its almost like without the Pepsi bezel, a GMT doesn't have its own identity.

 

The one in your photos looks like a it has quite a bit of bracelet stretch, and the lume on the hands doesn't match the lume on dial.  Makes me wonder if the hands were replaced at some point, might make them more functional but I like when all the lume matches and has that nice cream color to it.

 

Still brought back good memories of my 1st good watch.

Good to know! I really like the creamy markers as well. It really adds character to a watch. An experience that my friend had at a dinner with a potential employer really caused me to re-think adding a Rolex to the stable anytime soon!

It was kind of a meet-and-greet sort of situation--and my friend was wearing his two-tone Datejust he received for graduation. He is not a watch guy at all, but wears it more out of respect for the gift. Anyways, we were speaking with one of the partners, and the Rolex caught the partners' eye. Anyways, the gentleman made a big deal out my friend "having accomplished so much to be able to afford a Rolex at such a young age," and making remarks of that ilk. Sure, the guy was an ass-hat, but I don't think it benefits anyone to bring attention to themselves like that. I can comfortably say that no one ever said anything about my now-departed JLC-MC, nor has anyone ever mentioned by Omega. I tend to like that.

This is a major concern of mine. My father has let me wear his Datejust a few times and it's always solicited responses from people. Mostly negative. That alone has steered my search towards lesser-known brands, as stupid as that is to think aloud.

thanks for the info dino. i actually like the all black bezel a lot. i prefer it for the most part to the multi color, and if people mistake it for a sub, oh well, lol.

yes, i know the bracelet has some stretch, hopefully i can use that to get my boss to sell it to me for cheaper.

interesting point about the hour markers, no idea if they are replacements or not, ideally i guess i would like them to match too, but i f i can get a killer deal on a vintage watch like this that does not come across so often, i dont think the slight lack of creaminess in the hands would deter me.

again, thanks for the info, very helpful and as always, interesting.



lol, classic rolex two tone story. far less likely to happen with a non two tone. but i hear ya.

you are not alone in thinking it. some people dont like that, others dont care and yet others enjoy it. the important thing is geting a watch you like, and you feel comfortable with.

also to think about, if you really truly like one thing more than other things, dont let other peoples stupidity get in the way of your satisfaction, imo. noting worse than spending good money on something and wishing you had something else. again, just my opinion.

I'd agree with this for the most part. Though I do think culture, lifestyle and career play a large role here. Watches are a lot like cars in my opinion. The perception of a "fancy" car or the knowledge of an expensive brand quickly leads to preconceived notions. Especially being a younger guy just starting out, it looks off if I roll up in a new S Class wearing a Rolex and alligator shoes. Granted it's generally insecurity or jealousy that motivates a lot of the preconceived notions, but it is something to be cognizant of (at least for me, right now). I hope one day I can confidently say "Fuck the haters" as I count my money on my yacht, but in the meantime I don't have the luxury of apathy.

That said, I highly doubt a Mark XVII would get any undue attention. And anyone that recognizes it, to my thinking, will likely be more impressed than pissed. At least that's my thinking.

It's not the prettiest watch in the world but I think this is 100% accurate.

You're very welcome :-)


While a sub can look great on a girl, I'd go with something smaller unless she's expressed a particular wish for that size.

My sister has one of these



which I personally find too small at 25mm, but I know a girl who recently got an Air King which looked great on her at 36mm. The previous 36mm Explorer would be great as well. Or maybe something like this, also 36mm.

i hear you, and i think work environments and age do make a difference. i am old (30) and work in the watch and jewelry industry, where no watch is really going to make people think twice unless its high 5 or 6 figures. and i agree that the IWC will go mostly unnoticed and those who do would likely not have the adverse reaction you are trying to avoid.

when buying a nice watch there always many considerations, and i feel, that in the end, the best way to do it is to weight all of those considerations and buy what makes you happiest and most satisfied, all things considered.

+1

Some times it also depends on how one wears a watch.  I've seen guys that wear them out, almost over their cuff and a manor that people can't help but notice their watch be it a Rolex or some other brand. 

 

However, to be honest I've owned Rolex watches for years and they largely go unnoticed.  Even a friend of mine that said he would buy a Rolex because they are too flashy and attract too much attention, decided to buy one of the last generation Explorer IIs.  He was concerned about the attention it would draw.  He found that no one care, noticed or commented on it and he has worn it for the last 2 years.  I think your friend's experience is a bit rare.

QFT

 

I have the Rolex Explorer at 36mm and I love wearing it.  I bought my wife a Datejust at 36mm... and she loves wearing it too! :)

Very true.

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