The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[SteveH35]

Two cool calibres both developed by Peter Speake-Marin

 

[SteveH35]

Sometimes you gotta have fun with straps....

 

[AriGold]

wow thats sick!

 

[StephenHero]

I'm looking for some help. A friend of mine is trying to buy a "vintage" gold Rolex with an onyx facing and black leather band. I've found some photos of online of some desirable models, particularly models 1803, 1601, and 16078, but I haven't found any prices. Anybody have any idea what these models (particularly circa 1970 models) go for? Less than mint condition isn't a dealbreaker, but functionality is. We're hoping to find something under $4k. Is that feasible? Sorry if these questions are stupid. I know nothing about watches. If there's any other pertinent information or caveats we'll need to find one of these, let me know.

 

[mimo]

I'm sure you'll find more if you explore the various Rolex fora, but from my layman's perspective, you seem to be in the right ballpark.

 

[StephenHero]

Ooh, that's a great resource. Thanks!

 

[Dino944]

I'm looking for some help. A friend of mine is trying to buy a "vintage" gold Rolex with an onyx facing and black leather band. I've found some photos of online of some desirable models, particularly models 1803, 1601, and 16078, but I haven't found any prices. Anybody have any idea what these models (particularly circa 1970 models) go for? Less than mint condition isn't a dealbreaker, but functionality is. We're hoping to find something under $4k. Is that feasible? Sorry if these questions are stupid. I know nothing about watches. If there's any other pertinent information or caveats we'll need to find one of these, let me know.

If your friend wants the watch case in all gold, I think he may find himself be much closer to $5K (just due to the gold case). For under $4K I think he will probably need to consider a steel and gold case (essentially a steel case with gold bezel and gold winding crown)...although it may be tougher to find a steel and gold one with an onxy dial. Good luck!

 

[tigerpac]

So the brother-in-law is looking for a new watch. He likes bigger, louder watches than me so I'm a little out of my element. Went shopping with him today and found some good stuff. He liked this one and I gotta say, not too shabby. Anybody have any experience with this guy or something similar?

 

[Novelty77]

Its the last day of the lunar new year and it's a full moon. Happy monday!

 

[IGotId]

So I was able to try on a 39mm Royal Oak Dual Time today at my local AD. Does anyone know how the Dual Time compares to the 15202 & 15300 size-wize? TIA!

 

[johnnilcru]

I have used Jean Rousseau but there are plenty of watch band makers out there. If you are after something chunkier Sabel Saddlery do bespoke ones.
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I'm liking the Jean Rousseau ones a lot. However, I'm strongly tempted to take a leap of faith with Lucrin. They have a wider variety of color customizations but Rousseau proposes a much wider range of materials to choose from. I'll look for more 3rd person opinions on the matter and will make the purchase tomorrow. I'll post pictures as soon as I get the watchbands.

 

[BostonHedonist]

Hipster-grade Horween CXL strap back on. After spending too much of the winter with my GMTII, I'm re-discovering how much enjoyment I continue to get out the Speedy.

I've found that changing straps is a good way to smack down the desire for new watches that sometimes nags at me.

 

[BostonHedonist]

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[mimo]

I've found that changing straps is a good way to smack down the desire for new watches that sometimes nags at me.

...still processing "sometimes"...

 

[firenze_rob]



Even if it's not a bracelet?  

I have a Bergeon 6767 F which I fear is too fine to get a good grip of the spring bar.  That said I've been practicing on a larger watch, but getting the strap back on is proving a bit difficult.  

Yes. Both work fine for me for strap changes. Like you said, practice is key, or you could quick-change spring bars. The last set of Camille Fournet straps I ordered had these. I was skeptical at first, but now I'm a believer. Ofrei has a tool to make these, but it costs 400 dollars.