Anyone into watches/timepieces?
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Here are my 4
Haven’t bought a Rolex since 2011... I have been eyeballing the Smurf or the white gold Pepsi but at this time, I do not feel like I have done enough to warrant or deserve a gold Rolex.
So I will wait.
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That Daytona is bad a55
I was in Vegas and almost tried one of these on until I saw the cheapest was $30k
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Richard Mille
The one time I felt like I was kicked out of a store.Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
That's messed up, in my business (construction) I learned early on not to judge any book by a cover.
Long time ago, a land developer pulled up next to our builder when we were standing chatting to him. The developer was writing a check to buy some land to have the builder give to the owner. This guy (developer) rolled up in a beat up old pickup, Labrador sticking its head out of the passenger window, wearing overalls and looking rough.
But he stroked a check for $5 million in front of us to purchase a huge piece of land for the next project.This was in the mid 90's
Never judge a book by the cover.
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Good policy. Too bad about your experience, Joey.
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Early in my adult life I thought I would be more into watches but that never really happened. These are the only halfway decent watches I've had since about age 21-23....so, that's about 30 years!
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ESQ by Movado E5255 Chronograph Stainless Steel
Current
Invicta Reserve Collection Sea Vulture 0474
Current
Seiko Chronograph World Timer Two-Tone Stainless Steel 5T52-6B39
Gone
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Stainless Steel w/ Rose Dial
Gone
Seiko Chronograph World Timer Gold Tone Stainless 5T52-6A39
Fantasy
My dream $30K+ watch is the gaudy 18K rose gold CORUM Admiral's Cup Challenge 44 Regatta. If I ever win the Big Game!
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Buy me a gold Rolex if you win the Big Game W!Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
Other than as a piece of jewelry when you get dressed up, I really don’t understand any interest in a watch. But, then to each their own.
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Time is way to precious to let it go by with a cheap watch
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Yeah right big baller
I was in Beverly Hills once.
The guy wouldn’t even let me try on the Richard Mille.
Try Chatel in Carmel, CA. Walked in there with a buddy of mine one day about 2 years ago, not only was he not close to being in the market, he also didn't even remotely look like he was, and they didn't even hesitate to pull one out of the case for him. Needless to say he was a little shocked to realize the model he admired was worth almost as much as his house.
But to be honest... In my opinion, they did you a favor. That brand is nothing but tacky, & gaudy, pieces of plastic, with little-to-no history or substance. But like I said...just my opinion.HT
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Yes. Now a Ulysse Nardin grand complication for $150k that’s worth every penny.
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Joey, since you asked before the fact, I've got you covered on the Gold Rolex. I'll swing through TX and I'll get me one as well.^^^
Buy me a gold Rolex if you win the Big Game W!
Now, back to reality...can you lend me about $5G's so I can buy lotto tickets and finish up some home projects before my Son's big open house on June 1st?
Man Oh man, how I wish I could hire this work done and have the kitchen remodeled. So little time and little money. If I had a gold Rolex right now I'd sell it like I did with the stainless one I had and get this remodel done. My wife used to be in jewelry sales and sold her stainless (and thousands in gold) years back during some tough times. I would love to be able to replace it someday.
Family priorities!
Back to it... I dropped in a new toilet in the master bath last night, now on to painting the guest room, trim, crown, and wainscoting the dining room. A man's work is never done!
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Nope!, other can talk about their bathroom / house remodel, I can talk about mine. Sorry!John Megadeth wrote: »TMI This is the first time in life that I learned about Toto, Gerber, etc. brands. I went with an American Standard Cadet 3 because I have a 10" rough in and I found a deal on a new one at a discount house. I'd really TMI and blow this thread up if I dropped a pic... LOL!
Its my reality right now. I'm serious when I say, if I had some valuable watches, etc. I would sell them to fund getting this whole house finished. I just don't wear watches that much these days. Its been three years and I still have few rooms to finish. I saved a ton doing most myself but it still was not cheap.
Ok, no more house remodel talk on the watch thread. As far as watches, it would be nice to have a nice Omega watch at some point. Until then, I would like another Invicta. I think the Akula Diver designer are cool. A BIG man watch.
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My automatic watches have to go out for service...
I’ve been putting it off, but I’m losing time consistently.
I might actually get an Apple Watch as a daily wear. The Omega I want is about $6-7k and I really can’t get over that much for a watch.
I could get a REALLY nice bike for that much $$!
Loaded in carbon fiber and electronic shifting goodness...
And still have money left over for accessories!
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But the Omega is a bad A$5
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My issue is that I have too many obsessions. If I buy the Omega it takes away from budgets for other fun stuff and that’s just too difficult!
The bikes take A LOT of maintenance and I do like to upgrade them.
I put watches through a spending filter and I always say I want other stuff over the watch.
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No doubt
I’ve had my watches for sometime with no upgrades in over 5 years.
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I do like Omegas
Maybe one day again
I’ve had 2
Including the 2250 which is what you have JoeMagico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
So I had been wanting a bronze watch for a while, and intended to buy the Tudor Black Bay Bronze, but after an unfortunate issue with my new Black Bay GMT, I was soured on Tudor, so instead I snagged a new Oris Carl Brashear limited edition chronograph in September in anticipation of a trip to Jamaica in December. The first pic is what the watch looked like the day after we arrived in Oyster Bay. The next pic is what it looked like just 6 days later. The entire time we were there it was constantly changing. Totally won't be my last bronze watch!
That's a cool looking Oris. I hear they make a great watch. I have been eyeing Tudor’s for awhile curious what soured you on the GMT?Living Room
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This one is a stunner.
Maybe someday.
It’s something I’ve never seen in real life.
Even my dealer who my family bought 7 Rolexes through (4 for me, 1 for my younger brother, 1 for my youngest brother, 1 for my father in law) has not been able to source one for me because they are all going to his clients who have spent more than 6 figures on watches.
Slightly disappointing.
Needless to say, I haven’t bought anything from him any more.
You realize you’re only as valuable as your last sale.Magico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
My Daytona.
I don’t feel too bad.
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You shouldn’t. That’s a beauty
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Body shaming....want another 30 days...
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joecoulson wrote: »Body shaming....want another 30 days...
J/k
Shorts shaming warrants a permanent ban....
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I know you were joking, as was I. Its funny how these threads veer off at times.John Megadeth wrote: »
$6K-$7K is a lot for a bike. You must be in the upper $$$ range with Joey?Upstatemax wrote: »I might actually get an Apple Watch as a daily wear. The Omega I want is about $6-7k and I really can’t get over that much for a watch.
I could get a REALLY nice bike for that much $$!
Loaded in carbon fiber and electronic shifting goodness...
And still have money left over for accessories!
I used to be a bike mechanic when I was younger. I was into road riding and such and kind of got out of it during later years. Last year I picked up a used like new older Cannondale that I got for cheap. The guy bought it to use indoors on a trainer only (I bought the Kinetic trainer as well!). There are deals to be had in the used market for watches and bikes. Maybe one can have it all!
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6 to 7 is a good chunk for a bike but I completely understand it, my bike all on was about 2200 and I could easily double that to get what I really want (which still isn’t close to top of the line)2 Channel in my home attic/bar/man cave
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ken brydson wrote: »
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Here is my Tag next to a Monaco.
I used to own a Monaco but sold it in the past. I don’t think that was a smart move on my part as it is a good looking and classic watch.
Mine on the left (Silverstone)
Monaco on the right (dealers)
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Although I like some Tag’s, not a fan of the square ones
