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

[chocomallo]

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Any love for 18k Rolex Subs with a Serti dial? Someone in my family got very sick last year and gifted a watches thinking they wouldn't survive (they lived fortunately) but I still have this gold Submariner.

At first I thought it was maybe a little gawdy and weird to have a gold sub with a serti dial but now I can't take it off.


Edit: the crown is screwed down now unlike in my pictures

Never seen one of these before. I bet this looks much better in person than in photos. I understand your sentiment and think this is awesome. More photos please.

 

[DorianGreen]

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Any love for 18k Rolex Subs with a Serti dial? Someone in my family got very sick last year and gifted a watches thinking they wouldn't survive (they lived fortunately) but I still have this gold Submariner.

At first I thought it was maybe a little gawdy and weird to have a gold sub with a serti dial but now I can't take it off.


Edit: the crown is screwed down now unlike in my pictures

Not a model suitable for full gold in my eyes, not to mention the gem markers.

 

[Viral]

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Any love for 18k Rolex Subs with a Serti dial? Someone in my family got very sick last year and gifted a watches thinking they wouldn't survive (they lived fortunately) but I still have this gold Submariner.

At first I thought it was maybe a little gawdy and weird to have a gold sub with a serti dial but now I can't take it off.


Edit: the crown is screwed down now unlike in my pictures

that's beautiful - I'm sure pics don't do it justice. Cheers to sum different!

 

[patrick_b]

See what happens when you watch the 24H of Le Mans? You find out about cool new Daytona's that you'll never be able to buy.

A special Cosmograph Daytona

Rolex is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race with an original version of its legendary chronograph. Crafted in 18 kt white gold, this new watch sports a Cerachrom bezel in black ceramic; on the tachymetric scale, the number ‘100’ in red ceramic evokes the race’s centenary. Standing out against the bright black dial are intense white counters whose graphic design is inspired by a traditional Rolex dial. The Oyster case is fitted with a transparent back and an Oyster bracelet. This original timepiece is equipped with an exclusive movement, calibre 4132, which allows the hours of the chronograph function to be counted over twenty-four hours – another nod to the race – instead of the model’s usual twelve. This movement incorporates the Chronergy escapement, Paraflex shock absorbers, and bridges decorated with Rolex Côtes de Genève. The cut-out oscillating weight in 18 kt yellow gold is fitted with an optimized ball bearing. Like all Rolex watches, this special version of the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona carries the Superlative Chronometer certification, which ensures excellent performance on the wrist.
Edit: Monochrome article:

Exclusive: The New Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126529LN, With Paul Newman-Inspired Dial

Rolex celebrates the centenary of the legendary race with an original Daytona 126529LN, bringing back some of the "exotic" Paul Newman dial.

monochrome-watches.com

 

[Newcomer]

That is a top notch watch.

 

[Scuppers]

That is a top notch watch.

Sheesh, all i see is re-sale value.

 

[Scuppers]

Patek Philippe Unveils 6 New Watches for Its Grand Exhibition in Tokyo

Patek Philippe's Tokyo Grand Exhibition debuts with the release of 6 new timepieces including a quadruple complication salmon dial reference.

robbreport.com

everyone see this nonsense?

 

[FlithyButler]

Sheesh, all i see is re-sale value.

That is the crown's raison d'être now - keep up!

 

[Clouseau]

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Any love for 18k Rolex Subs with a Serti dial? Someone in my family got very sick last year and gifted a watches thinking they wouldn't survive (they lived fortunately) but I still have this gold Submariner.

At first I thought it was maybe a little gawdy and weird to have a gold sub with a serti dial but now I can't take it off.


Edit: the crown is screwed down now unlike in my pictures

Do you dive with this treasure ?

 

[FlithyButler]

Patek Philippe Unveils 6 New Watches for Its Grand Exhibition in Tokyo

Patek Philippe's Tokyo Grand Exhibition debuts with the release of 6 new timepieces including a quadruple complication salmon dial reference.

robbreport.com

everyone see this nonsense?

Welcome to Phat Pat's Blingin' Emporium!

Note to customers; if you are either a) Poor or b) Old Money; please GTFO, thank you.

 

[DorianGreen]

A gorgeous Breguet.

 

[sussi]

Got caught in the rain today

 

[Neville Southall]

Got caught in the rain today
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Same, bro. Cheers.

 

[Kappelan]

The discountinued quartz Aquaracer.

 

[Scuppers]

Feel this is rather unusual:
The Hourglass in Melbourne is my primary port of call, so-to-speak, for wristwatches. My sale assistant that usually looks after me - Rita - went on long-service leave (though not as long as a Rolex service) in April through to May. Found out by accident she has left The Hourglass to work at GRAFF - ring shopping - received no communication from The Hourglass as to inform me she had departed or who my new client manger is. Is that not rather unusual?
For a company that prides itself on client relationships, and considering I have been a customer for nearly 30 years, think that a rather abysmal manner on business.

Rita told me that The Hourglass have been telling her former clients, when they drop-in, that she has retired. Even more unusual.

Guess I’m just being a princess.