The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[gdl203]

 

[CDFS]

That Panerai is growing on me.

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The part below turned the story teller into the douche.

And back into his cubby he went, oblivious to the REAL world around him. He doesn't get it... The world is passing him by and he isn't even aware that it is happening. You gotta love life and embrace life, even if it means you have to wear a fake Rolex.

 

[tricky]

The Pam is a top contender for my next watch. I love the design and the versatility of the straps. And the price point is decent.

My only watches now are a Sub LV and a Stowa Antea 365 - both purchased new. But I'm thinking second hand if I were to choose the Pam.

Other wish list watches are IWC Portuguese and JLC.

I learn a lot from everyone in this thread!

 

[rnguy001]

Sandwich lume

 

[rnguy001]

Great pair. 5002 and 176?

 

[in stitches]



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great pics. deets on sweater and where to kop?

 

[in stitches]



Great pair. 5002 and 176?

that is not the 176. the 176 is a 2 handed watch.

 

[Superfluous]

Can anyone think of a watch similar to this IWC "Vintage" Portofino but smaller (this one is 46mm)? 18K, round, moonphase at the top, classic look:

 

[TheFoo]

Yes, the standard Portofino in the current line-up is "only" 40mm. Watches have gotten big.

http://www.iwc.com/en/collection/portofino/IW3565/

 

[TheTukker]



No problems with mine. Keeps great time.

The only problem is finding them. I wouldn't mind a silver face one myself.

Understood - many thanks. And yes, same here.

I might need to add that small IWC portuguese to my short list 

Indeed; same here.

 

[Superfluous]



Yes, the standard Portofino in the current line-up is "only" 40mm. Watches have gotten big.

http://www.iwc.com/en/collection/portofino/IW3565/

Tell me about it, :foo:. I have a vintage IWC cal 89 (I'm guessing it's basically the portofino from the 1960s), and it's about 5mm smaller than the current Portofino. I like Breitling as well; I have 1 currently and about to get another one. They are some of the smallest men's Breitlings at 41mm and 42mm, yet they are still quite large. If they were chrono, they'd be larger/taller. Hopefully these brands will start dialing back the size of the watches. I think I like about 38-40mm.

 

[gdl203]



Great pair. 5002 and 176?

502 and 118

 

[gdl203]



great pics. deets on sweater and where to kop?

From defunct Nom de Guerre. Circa 2008-09, IIRC

 

[no frills]

Quick hello to you all - thanks to Dino944 and johanm for an always engaging and respectful discussion. Always learn something new from reading this thread.

Are you guys watching the Super Bowl? I am busy with business meetings in the West Coast from today through Tuesday, but for some mysterious reason all meetings ceased when the games began airing about an hour ago.

In the meantime, here's my 3940P keeping me company while I'm away from my family:




I know, it's getting a bit staid since I keep posting pics of just the same watches... BUT! Stitchy and Belligero, I may have interesting new pictures to share about a new addition to my small collection by Wednesday. Shout out to Dino944 for helping affirm my choice - I pulled the gun last Friday and am expecting a delivery by Tuesday evening...

I wonder if I fall into apropos' category of jeweled DD or leopard print Daytona owners, or Explorer I and no-date Subs.....

Interesting side note: guy behind me on the plane clearly a WIS. Notices my 3940P and holds forth on his collection (he was wearing a white dial AP RO and says he has a bunch of other watches; said he almost pulled the trigger on a Patek WG 5035 but got the RO instead). Nice guy, seemed like he wanted someone to talk to. He also liked my 3940P.

 

[in stitches]

^^ look forward to hearing about any additions. yup, watching the SB ^^

Can anyone think of a watch similar to this IWC "Vintage" Portofino but smaller (this one is 46mm)? 18K, round, moonphase at the top, classic look:

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sidebar - that is a beautiful watch.

From defunct Nom de Guerre. Circa 2008-09, IIRC

sucks for me. looks great.