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The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei
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Well it's the start of a new year, and I suppose it's time for a mega-dose of frillyvolousness to start the year off right (mimo, as requested). For the past few months I've been obsessing over upgrading the cuff link collection, poring over various selections and checking the work of jewelers against what other jewelers claim they can make for me in a bespoke fashion (and attendant pricing). Much like my selection of watches I have decided on only a small handful; deliciously crafted from precious metals and with workmanship that can't easily be duplicated very well by run of the mill jewelers (I checked with many jewelers based in the US, Asia and Australia too).
Here is the first installment: Alhambra cuff links from Van Cleef and Arpels - onyx set in white gold.
Think it complements my choice of the 3970P today just fine:
More to come over the next few days.
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Here is the first installment: Alhambra cuff links from Van Cleef and Arpels - onyx set in white gold.
Think it complements my choice of the 3970P today just fine:
More to come over the next few days.
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/****** Apparently I live on Instagram too - mainly timepieces, shoes, attire and the occasional cheeseburger. @no_frills_vc. ******/
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LOVE IT! It's stunning in person and on my wishlist. If i didn't have the SS Sub already I would probably have bought one this week.
Anyone have any thoughts on the Rolex GMT Black and Blue? Been thinking about a beefier watch than my Nautilus and miss my Rolex...
I can't decide whether I love it or hate it.
LOVE IT! It's stunning in person and on my wishlist. If i didn't have the SS Sub already I would probably have bought one this week.
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Its one of the few modern Rolex watches that I would like to add to my small collection. I have the last version of the Explorer 2 (a wedding gift from my wife) and this would make a great companion watch, perfect for travel, a bit more subdued than the classic Pepsi GMTs, and with all their most recent advancements (such as the parachrom blue hairspring which isn't affected by magnetism, the ceramic bezel insert, and the updated bracelet and clasp). I like the SubC, but the added timezone function of the GMT makes it more useful (as never go scuba diving or snorkeling). I do like the new Explorer 2, but the bezel on this will be better at hiding scratches and scuffs (and I do like the half blue/black bezel). It would also bring my Rolex journey full circle as my first good watch was a Rolex GMT Master.Anyone have any thoughts on the Rolex GMT Black and Blue? Been thinking about a beefier watch than my Nautilus and miss my Rolex...
I can't decide whether I love it or hate it.
So I say if you want something more rugged than your Nautilus, and the ability to track more than one timezone its a great choice. Go for it!
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It's really great, for all the reasons Dino mentions. I tried it on just for kicks while I was waiting to have my AP sized and instantly fell in love. It's a real stunner on the wrist. I would have traded my Sub for it but my father gave me that watch as a law school graduation gift and I don't think I could ever bring myself to part with it. I can't justify a Sub and a GMT as they would do similar duty and then I would never want to wear the Sub, which would be sad given the sentimental value.
@akatsuki Dino just taught me that^ My eyes and heart told me it looks great and seemingly TC thinks so too
It's really great, for all the reasons Dino mentions. I tried it on just for kicks while I was waiting to have my AP sized and instantly fell in love. It's a real stunner on the wrist. I would have traded my Sub for it but my father gave me that watch as a law school graduation gift and I don't think I could ever bring myself to part with it. I can't justify a Sub and a GMT as they would do similar duty and then I would never want to wear the Sub, which would be sad given the sentimental value.
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If I wasn't set in the Rolex dept I would probably get one. Love the blue/black bezel.
But seriously, if it isn't doing it for you, who care what a bunch of us here think?
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If I wasn't set in the Rolex dept I would probably get one. Love the blue/black bezel.
But seriously, if it isn't doing it for you, who care what a bunch of us here think?
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