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9/10/08 at 12:51am

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Markintosh

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I'm looking for a new watch, something with a large face, 44mm at a minimum. I like clean avaitors (see attached) but I'm opening to anything. Any ideas - I like vintage looking stuff from art-deco 20s to WWII aviator.

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9/10/08 at 12:52am

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both of these watches are Unitas Swiss movement and around $600

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9/10/08 at 4:31am

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Except for this Laco special edition clocking in at 55mm, most aviators or at least the ones I've seen like Archimede and Stowa are at 42mm. Here's the Laco 55mm:

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9/10/08 at 4:54am

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MKII Vantage is semi-custom (you can pick and choose between different dials, hands etc.), and around $600. See the options for getting "sterile" watches, that is, logo-free dials etc.

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9/10/08 at 11:28am

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Markintosh

try Ollech & Wajs. i've heard good things about these guys at the price point, and am thinking of ordering the 2824. They offer models at least up to 46mm I believe.

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MKII Vantage is semi-custom (you can pick and choose between different dials, hands etc.), and around $600.

LS, that's pretty cool. Just what I need, something else to add to my want list of inexpensive pilots...

On a related note, how does everyone feel about aviator/pilot watches such as the ones seen in this thread being worn with professional attire?

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9/10/08 at 12:03pm

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That Laco special is a beast!!!

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9/10/08 at 12:06pm

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I think I may go with the Debaufre Swiss, it has a Unitas 6497 hand wind movement with 17 jewels and the available custom case with that includes two straps is off the hook!

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9/10/08 at 12:16pm

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And while it's a little stylish for everyday use, this watch, from the same company is fantastic - I could see myself wearing this maybe once or twice a year - but what a look...