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

[TheFoo]

So nobody is going to point out that the "hated" date window on the Chanel watch is actually the jumping hour window?

As far as not liking a majority of the watches up for offer, is that much different than any other auction? Don't get the hate for the Chanel watch or the exposed screws in general. I can understand if its not to your tastes, but it takes all kinds I suppose.

100%.

The Lange Zeitwerk has exposed screws and a jumping digital hour indicator as well. But 2022 SF watch thread is equal to mid-2010’s Hodinkee comment wall, where Lange is the BEST. Because FINISHING.

 

[NonServiam]

My 2005 Rolex 16710 has been on my wrist this week, for a splash of color in a grey, wet season. Picked this one up for a song way back when, still find the five digit models the most versatile Rolexes.

Tried on the Pelagos 39mm at the local AD, wears much like a lighter five digit Sub, so fit me perfectly Not fully sold on titanium over steel, but it certainly is tooly.

 

[patrick_b]

Tried on the Pelagos 39mm at the local AD, wears much like a lighter five digit Sub, so fit me perfectly Not fully sold on titanium over steel, but it certainly is tooly.

I love how the Ti case and bracelet are finished*. It looks so nice up close and is a nice contrast from stainless.

* Not to be confused with Foo's disdain for SF 22's adoration of Lange FINISHING *

 

[TheFoo]

I love how the Ti case and bracelet are finished*. It looks so nice up close and is a nice contrast from stainless.

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* Not to be confused with Foo's disdain for SF 22's adoration of Lange FINISHING *

Looks fine. It’s competent industrial finishing. What do you find special about it?

Some polished surfaces would make it more impressive. Brushing is much easier to do.

 

[Omega Male]

Some polished surfaces would make it more impressive. Brushing is much easier to do.

Didn't you have all the polished surfaces on your Daytona bracelet brushed not that long ago?

 

[TheFoo]

Didn't you have all the polished surfaces on your Daytona bracelet brushed not that long ago?

Yes. What does that have to do with my comment? I wanted to make my Daytona look more tool-like and vintage. The aim was not to show-off better or more difficult case finishing.

 

[patrick_b]

Looks fine. It’s competent industrial finishing. What do you find special about it?

Some polished surfaces would make it more impressive. Brushing is much easier to do.

This is how I imagine your office the monday after thanksgiving:

Coworker: Foo, you have a nice thanksgiving?

Foo: Yes, you?

CW: It was great, we really enjoyed our turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Foo: Meh...sounds like a fine competent meal. Brining the bird would have made it more impressive. What did you find so special about it?

CW: See you next year 🤚 .

 

[BlairW]

Posting a watch I’ve posted plenty of times because I only have two

 

[TheFoo]

This is how I imagine your office the monday after thanksgiving:

Coworker: Foo, you have a nice thanksgiving?

Foo: Yes, you?

CW: It was great, we really enjoyed our turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Foo: Meh...sounds like a fine competent meal. Brining the bird would have made it more impressive. What did you find so special about it?

CW: See you next year 🤚 .

Dude, you’re the one showing off photos of box mix mashed potatoes and waxing on about how smooth they came out.

 

[Texasmade]

Posting a watch I’ve posted plenty of times because I only have two View attachment 1863504

Nice but maybe you should buy more so you can impress your e-bros?

 

[BlairW]

Nice but maybe you should buy more so you can impress your e-bros?

I’m saving up (by not buying straps) for a Zenith CMS which probably won’t get much love round here

 

[Lizard23]

I’m saving up (by not buying straps) for a Zenith CMS which probably won’t get much love round here

zenith cms or polar exp II will be my next watch as well (maybe a nomos tetra in between).

i am a big fan as well.

 

[Dino944]

Got something new today.

Don't like the leather band, this thing is pretty stiff. Probably will look towards those Delugs or something.

Very nice! Congrats and enjoy it!

 

[Dino944]

Actually I am wearing it today and maybe the strap will break faster than I thought...

I think it goes well with a Kirkland t-shirt and this Rogue Territory jeans lol.

As for other colour options. I really like how this strap from Delugs looks like with the Tank. For more casual look.

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Lots of people just think of them as dress watches, but Tanks are very versatile. I haven't worn my with just a t-shirt and jeans, but I wear it with jeans and a sweater and a lot of other casual outfits. BTW, looks great on the taupe strap with contrasting white stitches.

 

[BlairW]

Lots of people just think of them as dress watches, but Tanks are very versatile. I haven't worn my with just a t-shirt and jeans, but I wear it with jeans and a sweater and a lot of other casual outfits. BTW, looks great on the taupe strap with contrasting white stitches.

+ 1 on the taupe