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  • JTMJTM Posts: 3,027MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Dc gives us an insight into his watch collecting and collection. I see he and I ( and every other watch nut) have similar ideas.

    https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-03-13/this-one-watch-is-so-precious-daniel-craig-never-even-wears-it

    Very interesting read. Cool to see that DC was the one who suggested the NATO for the Spectre 300. Also nice to see that DC has one of the original Dark Side of the Moon Speedy's; i've always loved that watch and probably would've grabbed it had the Spectre LE not come around
  • welshboy78welshboy78 Posts: 10,292MI6 Agent
    Funny he never mentions Rolex even though thats all he wore before he was a Omega ambassador lol

    Guess he doesnt want to rock the boat!
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  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Well you wouldn't would you as an omega ambassador! Interesting he likes a blue dial, and a light watch but we never got the blue PO in sf we were told about??
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • welshboy78welshboy78 Posts: 10,292MI6 Agent
    edited March 2017
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Well you wouldn't would you as an omega ambassador! Interesting he likes a blue dial, and a light watch but we never got the blue PO in sf we were told about??

    I was convinced the Blue PO was going to be the Skyfall watch back in the day!!

    Wonder if we will see him wear his Darkside - its a big watch
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  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    edited March 2017
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Well you wouldn't would you as an omega ambassador! Interesting he likes a blue dial, and a light watch but we never got the blue PO in SF we were told about??
    Yeah they fecked it up back in the day we all guessed wrong at Blue Ti when it was in fact Black/Grey Ti (modified from steel because it was too heavy for fight scenes in PTS). But after all Blue TI would not have gone with his suit :D
    Omega then marketed it as the steel version until busted by Christie's 50th Auction bless them!
    Of course later it was Blue face AT in 38mm so smaller and lighter than its PO brother sticking to DC's theme.

    Of course once you have worn TI nothing else will do as we know :D

    Still my PO's are in now for their cosmetic surgery should be back in a few weeks!

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • BroccoliBroccoli Posts: 253MI6 Agent
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    Does this look real to you watch experts?
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Broccoli wrote:
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    Does this look real to you watch experts?
    No. It's on the wrong bracelet, the le bracelet doesn't have polished centre links, the Crown on the genuine watch is polished, that doesn't look polished. Where are the missing numbers on the bezel? Other that that it looks good, a little too good!!!
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • TennysonTennyson A View to a KillPosts: 606MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Broccoli wrote:
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    Does this look real to you watch experts?
    No. It's on the wrong bracelet, the le bracelet doesn't have polished centre links, the Crown on the genuine watch is polished, that doesn't look polished. Where are the missing numbers on the bezel? Other that that it looks good, a little too good!!!

    I think the missing numbers are just obscured by reflection
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    :)) Yes I was just being flippant.
    Tennyson wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Broccoli wrote:
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    Does this look real to you watch experts?
    No. It's on the wrong bracelet, the le bracelet doesn't have polished centre links, the Crown on the genuine watch is polished, that doesn't look polished. Where are the missing numbers on the bezel? Other that that it looks good, a little too good!!!

    I think the missing numbers are just obscured by reflection
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    So, Basel showed some new watches - what are everybody's favorites?

    Here are my top 3:

    1. Grand Seiko Grand Seiko SBGR305
    why? Grand Seikos usually are on the very conservative side when it comes to dials and cases. This one has a Lange & Söhne quality case but in hard Titanium and the dial is a bit more contemporary. The movement is top notch and the price of US$ 7100 is a bargain when you compare it - let's say with a Railmaster ($ 5000).

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    2. NOMOS Club Neomatic
    Many of you know, that I am a big fan of the Neomatic movement!!
    Nomos has always been on a very puristic minimalistic path but now they updated the Club with the Neomatic movement for EUR 400 less than what they charge for the more elegant watches (such as the Minimatik).
    So same movement, modern case with WR 200 m and a bit bold dial for significantly less is a clear winner!

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    3. Sorry to bore you again with Seiko, but The Seiko Prospex Diver SLA017
    A faithful replica of the first Seiko Diver watch 6217 from 1965 with a better movement

    It's just gorgeous and puts the SM300 to shame. Limited Edition for US$ 4000. It it would have been 2500, it would be my top 1!


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  • UNCLE27UNCLE27 EnglandPosts: 1,114MI6 Agent
    edited March 2017
    I think Seiko have a brand image problem. No matter how good the movement or the case is, I don't think $7000 for a Seiko is a bargain! Having said that, the Grand Seiko above is a FINE looking watch!

    My favourites from Basel this year though have to be the Omega '57 Trilogy! Beautiful looking watches and in a great, vintage size, moving away from today's larger watches.

    Disappointed in Rolex this year.
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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    UNCLE27 wrote:
    I think Seiko have a brand image problem.

    No doubt about that!

    I remember my first time in Japan where I have seen many high end shops with Seikos at Rolex prices.
    I thought that it was insane!

    That would be just like the entire Swatch Group (including Omega and Breguet) would stick SWATCH on their dials.

    However over the years, I have learnt to appreciate the level of passion and details that go into the Grand Seikos - for example, I adore this dial that "has a glittering diamond-dust effect reminiscent of a winter morning in the Suwa region, a unique composite finish that ensures high-visibility and glistens as it catches the light"

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    full review of this particular watch:

    https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-grand-seiko-spring-drive-8-day-power-reserve-a-rare-example-of-japanese-haute-horology-from-the-famed-micro-artist-studio
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  • welshboy78welshboy78 Posts: 10,292MI6 Agent
    edited March 2017
    Nice Grand Seiko!

    Must say I was a bit disappointed with Basel when it comes to the big Bond brands

    Omega - further ugly PO models, the vintage Seamaster (and rest of trilogy) was ok but they had already kind of done that with the Seamaster, therefore typical Omega pushing things up a notch.

    Rolex - I kind of think they killed the traditional Seadweller with that chunky case and cyclops. The DSSD was there for this kind of thing. I guess Sea-Dweller sales were declining since the average joe buys a Sub, hence the need to put it on steroids. SS Sky Dwellers was a bit of a surprise and I guess will boost sales for this model which was previously a bit of a ££ niche thing. I see a guy who owns a white gold / white dial version is gutted that a SS lookalike has been unveiled and feels it has killed the magic for him. Not keen on the Daytona on rubber / oyster flex - doesn't seem right.

    Love the new Patek Aquanaut "blue dial" but crazy money since white gold. Not sure 42mm is a good idea though.

    All in all - there is nothing I want so its good news :))

    PS - already the discontinuation of the current gen Sea-Dweller (pre Basel) has caused it to sell out at ADs across the UK and I heard is now on eBay for silly money. This was one of the watches that was usually in stock as everybody wanted a Sub instead! Guess its a collectors dream now since the model had a small life! Personally for the anniversary I would have kept it the same as previous but added the red text and the amazing DSSD glide lock system!
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  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 373MI6 Agent
    welshboy78 wrote:
    Nice Grand Seiko!

    Must say I was a bit disappointed with Basel when it comes to the big Bond brands

    Omega - further ugly PO models, the vintage Seamaster (and rest of trilogy) was ok but they had already kind of done that with the Seamaster, therefore typical Omega pushing things up a notch.

    Rolex - I kind of think they killed the traditional Seadweller with that chunky case and cyclops. The DSSD was there for this kind of thing. I guess Sea-Dweller sales were declining since the average joe buys a Sub, hence the need to put it on steroids. SS Sky Dwellers was a bit of a surprise and I guess will boost sales for this model which was previously a bit of a ££ niche thing. I see a guy who owns a white gold / white dial version is gutted that a SS lookalike has been unveiled and feels it has killed the magic for him. Not keen on the Daytona on rubber / oyster flex - doesn't seem right.

    Love the new Patek Aquanaut "blue dial" but crazy money since white gold. Not sure 42mm is a good idea though.

    All in all - there is nothing I want so its good news :))

    PS - already the discontinuation of the current gen Sea-Dweller (pre Basel) has caused it to sell out at ADs across the UK and I heard is now on eBay for silly money. This was one of the watches that was usually in stock as everybody wanted a Sub instead! Guess its a collectors dream now since the model had a small life! Personally for the anniversary I would have kept it the same as previous but added the red text and the amazing DSSD glide lock system!

    Not a fan of big blue?
    Anthony
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    I think the joker watch deserves a mention.

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    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • VesperMelogranoVesperMelograno The SouthPosts: 901MI6 Agent
    Can I ask watch questions here? I do not want to hijack the thead X-(
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  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Ask away :)
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • VesperMelogranoVesperMelograno The SouthPosts: 901MI6 Agent
    edited March 2017
    Mr. Vesper does not really wear watches. He would like one to wear from time to time (maybe three times a year.) He went to school for military history and works in publishing and publishes a good deal of memoirs from WWII. Anyway he is really into WWI and we collect trench art. I found an American WWI military issued watch with a trench protector on the face. I am not sure if this is a terrible idea for a birthday gift. It is not dressy, but the few times he is dressed up it is at military history conventions.

    *edit: in WWI watches were not issued but you could buy them for your own use. So this a US WWI privately bought trench watch. From my reading many supplies had to be bought by the person fighting.

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  • Miles MesservyMiles Messervy Posts: 1,757MI6 Agent
    UNCLE27 wrote:
    I think Seiko have a brand image problem. No matter how good the movement or the case is, I don't think $7000 for a Seiko is a bargain! Having said that, the Grand Seiko above is a FINE looking watch!

    My favourites from Basel this year though have to be the Omega '57 Trilogy! Beautiful looking watches and in a great, vintage size, moving away from today's larger watches.

    Disappointed in Rolex this year.
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    That Grand Seiko is a real looker. I'd pay $7k for that before $5k for the awful new Railmaster (the non LE version) any day.

    Agree that the '57 trilogy is nice. Also agree that Rolex had a weak showing.
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    Can I ask watch questions here? I do not want to hijack the thead X-(

    Hello VM,

    I'll not comment on the "costume" aspect, but please keep in mind that those old watches have old escapement that are not repairable and there are no spare parts.

    So buying one of those is a big gamble - aside of the "fashion" aspects. -{
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent

    That Grand Seiko is a real looker. I'd pay $7k for that before $5k for the awful new Railmaster (the non LE version) any day.

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    Besides that, my impression is, that there is far more handcraft involved with the making of the GS if you compare that to mass-produced watches like Omega and Rolex.

    Which would make it even more of a bargain!

    I hope to visit the GS workshops on my next visits to the country.
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • VesperMelogranoVesperMelograno The SouthPosts: 901MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    Can I ask watch questions here? I do not want to hijack the thead X-(

    Hello VM,

    I'll not comment on the "costume" aspect, but please keep in mind that those old watches have old escapement that are not repairable and there are no spare parts.

    So buying one of those is a big gamble - aside of the "fashion" aspects. -{
    In theory could parts be custom made? And please comment on the costume aspect.
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  • HalfMonk HalfHitmanHalfMonk HalfHitman USAPosts: 2,324MI6 Agent
    If you're interested in WWI-era trench watches that are for certain recently serviced, this might be worth looking into:

    https://www.doughboywatchco.com/
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    In theory could parts be custom made? And please comment on the costume aspect.

    Not that I know. Keep in mind that "serviced" of those old watches often means that old and worn out parts are made moving again - not more or less.

    As for the "costume part", I meant - if your husband enjoys dressing up in uniforms of that age, such a watch may be a good idea.

    Anything else is highly individual - I would not enjoy wearing one of those with a shirt or a suit - but that's just my opinion.
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • VesperMelogranoVesperMelograno The SouthPosts: 901MI6 Agent
    If you're interested in WWI-era trench watches that are for certain recently serviced, this might be worth looking into:

    https://www.doughboywatchco.com/
    Thank you! This site is perfect!
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  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    VM if Mr VM is into military history I think he will love the watch as a collector piece - very nice if it is in working condition or equally as great if not, if he has an interest in that era. After all someone wore it in WWI that is rather cool none the less.

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • VesperMelogranoVesperMelograno The SouthPosts: 901MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    VM if Mr VM is into military history I think he will love the watch as a collector piece - very nice if it is in working condition or equally as great if not, if he has an interest in that era. After all someone wore it in WWI that is rather cool none the less.

    Cheers :007)
    I am thinking he might need this -{

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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    For a man who has it all:

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    Urwerk Flask:

    Composed of over 150 parts, The Macallan x URWERK Flask has purposeful complexity and intricacy at its heart; combining the beauty of design with genuine utility. Reflecting The Macallan's inherent mastery, intricacy and individuality combined with URWERK’s unconventional design approach and revolutionary engineering, this is a statement of what can be achieved when whisky mastery meets obsessively engineered horology.

    A machined aluminium, titanium and stainless steel work of art featuring two titanium tanks, each with a 108ml capacity that allow you to carry two of your favourite Macallan whiskies at once. Winglets create a stand for the flask and cask indicators enable you to track the cask type and age of the whiskies inside.

    What I really like is the double-titanium tank. In one tank, you have your expensive favorite drink, if you serve someone else, you flip the button and empty the tank with the cheap stuff :)) :))
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    It's worth to watch the video (the engineer's grin when he explains the tank-switch is priceless!! :))
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-xWs8ARZO0
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    For a man who has it all:

    Macallan-x-Urwerk-Whiskey-Flask-758x505.jpg


    Urwerk Flask:

    Composed of over 150 parts, The Macallan x URWERK Flask has purposeful complexity and intricacy at its heart; combining the beauty of design with genuine utility. Reflecting The Macallan's inherent mastery, intricacy and individuality combined with URWERK’s unconventional design approach and revolutionary engineering, this is a statement of what can be achieved when whisky mastery meets obsessively engineered horology.

    A machined aluminium, titanium and stainless steel work of art featuring two titanium tanks, each with a 108ml capacity that allow you to carry two of your favourite Macallan whiskies at once. Winglets create a stand for the flask and cask indicators enable you to track the cask type and age of the whiskies inside.

    What I really like is the double-titanium tank. In one tank, you have your expensive favorite drink, if you serve someone else, you flip the button and empty the tank with the cheap stuff :)) :))
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    Macallan-x-URWERK-Whiskey-Flask-2-04.jpg

    It's worth to watch the video (the engineer's grin when he explains the tank-switch is priceless!! :))
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-xWs8ARZO0

    I like that, I like it a lot {[]
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • DBSDBS Los Angeles, CAPosts: 1,015MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    I like that, I like it a lot {[]

    ...until you see the price tag. :o
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