TheMaganator Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 I give up, which watch is this? Christopher Ward c60 Trident. I love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Christopher Ward c60 Trident. I love it Thanks for putting me out of my misery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 (edited) And as often happens with these things I've just got an e-mail from E Bay saying I won the other item I had a bid on. Also ?27 oddly enough. This one a 1960's Favre-Leuba Sea Chief. An interesting company that were one of the few that manufactured in house movements. Like Roamer they lost their way a bit when the whole quartz watch thing came around. This arrived today, decent condition for the price. It will need a new strap as the one in the photo isn't real leather. And unusually for a vintage off eBay is keeping perfect time so far. I did a bit more research and the watch has an unusual system where you get twice as long from one winding as it has two main springs. My nicest find yet. It's also big for a 40+ year old watch so doesn't look undersized compared to moderns. Edited April 30, 2014 by Tazio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Sten gone all quiet on his watch purchase? Knock of Nigel website? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Takes up to 21 days to source and deliver. Iconic are reputable. I've no worries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Can't wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Phamism Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Takes up to 21 days to source and deliver. From China...??? Only kidding, nice looking timepiece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Sten gone all quiet on his watch purchase? Knock of Nigel website? Grey market & they're up front about it. As long as you know what you're getting and are ok with it I don't see the problem, I've read positive reports about them amongst the WIS online community and have been to their premises in Blackburn. I'm 99.9% certain you're pulling Sten's leg but thought I post the above in case others didn't realise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Yep - just a gentle leg tug from me. I'm sure Sten has done all his research on the company before splashing his missus savings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Yep - just a gentle leg tug from me. I'm sure Sten has done all his research on the company before splashing his missus savings. I'd be interested to hear how she responds once the watch arrives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 bought a watch from Iconic about a month or so ago, no problems, they said it would take 2-3weeks, i think it took 3 weeks, quite plain and not as fancy as Stens, but I like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 bought a watch from Iconic about a month or so ago, no problems, they said it would take 2-3weeks, i think it took 3 weeks, quite plain and not as fancy as Stens, but I like it Looks good to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I'd be interested to hear how she responds once the watch arrives. She still doesn't know I've ordered one. She actually asked me the other day if I'd found one I liked yet. bought a watch from Iconic about a month or so ago, no problems, they said it would take 2-3weeks, i think it took 3 weeks, quite plain and not as fancy as Stens, but I like it An aqua terra I think? Think they're gorgeous too mate. Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 cheers guys, yes its an Aqua Terra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 bought a watch from Iconic about a month or so ago, no problems, they said it would take 2-3weeks, i think it took 3 weeks, quite plain and not as fancy as Stens, but I like it Very nice. (Date's wrong though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 It's landed with Iconic. Dispatched tomorrow. Meaning arrives Friday. Tad excited. I'll celebrate like this man! Haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Nice watch Sten, looks daft on his skinny wrist tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Very nice. (Date's wrong though) Cheers, it was correct when I took the pic tho, honest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Nice watch Sten, looks daft on his skinny wrist tho 7.25" better be fine. I'm already looking at what I would buy next. Is this really gonna get addictive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Is this really gonna get addictive. Yes & have you enlightened the Mrs yet? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Yes & have you enlightened the Mrs yet? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Not yet. She flies to Thailand on holiday with her friends on Friday morning, the day the watch should arrive Perfect. I will text her when she is away and explain the craic. Gives her two weeks to get over it if she's angry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 It's a thumbs up from me Sten, your wrist doesn't look overwhelmed by the watch (I don't see any lug over hang). You carry that watch off fine for me. Well done on the full unboxing photos as well (clearly spending an unhealthy amount of time researching watches). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Will the watch fit under a shirt sleave Sten? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Will the watch fit under a shirt sleave Sten? Hmmm, not exactly discreet. Thankfully I never wear a shirt regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Hmmm, not exactly discreet. Thankfully I never wear a shirt regularly. Short sleaved shirts are the answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Short sleaved shirts are the answer. Yeah think you're right. Also agree it doesn't overwhelm my wrist. I think this is probably the max size I could ever go though. (45.5mm) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 looks good Sten, good choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Bigger cuffs. You don't buy an expensive watch to look like a clown in a short sleeved shirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Looks a bit chunky to me likes. Cracking watch thought. First scratch will haunt you...especially on the clasp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Looks a bit chunky to me likes. Cracking watch thought. First scratch will haunt you...especially on the clasp. Yeah it's a big watch. What I wanted though. Delighted with it. I'll get a slim dress watch one day. Got a great excuse too. Haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) Would you guys say this is too tight? It's fine when I put it on in the morning, but after an hour or so it feels tighter. Guessing it's my body warming up Considering putting in a half link that came with the watch and removing it in winter times. (Recommendation on a watch forum). Leaves an imprint like this after an hour or so.... Wonder how easy it is to do myself? Or if that's a stupid idea. Edited May 12, 2014 by Sten Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I would try it Sten. i tend to have my seamaster slightly looser as it does constrict slightly as the day goes on. Changing links is easy enough to do if you have the tool - plenty of youtube vids on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Phamism Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Nice watch Sten. Still prefer my Breitling Avenger though... I wear mines slightly looser and use the adjustment on the clasp if necessary. My wrist size seems to change by around 2 or 3mm in the heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Shin Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Would you guys say this is too tight? It's fine when I put it on in the morning, but after an hour or so it feels tighter. Guessing it's my body warming up Considering putting in a half link that came with the watch and removing it in winter times. (Recommendation on a watch forum). Leaves an imprint like this after an hour or so.... Wonder how easy it is to do myself? Or if that's a stupid idea. My watch is fairly loose in the mornings but by late afternoon is quite tight leaving the same marks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) There are screw's on the bracelet which is apparently easier. Still unsure if it's worth just paying ?10 to have someone ITK do it There's no micro adjustment on the PO clasp. So that's not an option. Hence the watch comes with a half link...... I'm off to Mexico in August and I reckon it would definitely be to tight in the heat there. Edited May 12, 2014 by Sten Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Compare the price of the watch as opposed to the price of adjustment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) Yeah it's fantastic Sten. Stunning. From what you said about the links earlier, if they're end-screw & pins rather than solid threaded pins then get a jeweller to size it. The tiny screws that you get on some similar bracelets sometimes have incredibly narrow threads on them and can shear off, leaving a pin that can't be used due to it having half a screw stuck in it. It's not worth the risk. Go to an official Omega A.D. like Laing's and get it done. If they break a screw then they'll more than likely replace it FOC. A place like Laing's values it's reputation a lot and their customer service is excellent. I'm on the upgrade trail myself having just secured a rather pleasant windfall that will arrive shortly. I think I will be trading in my Breitling for something that might end in 'X'. Sub, GMT or Explorer II folks? Edited May 12, 2014 by Victorian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) Yeah it's fantastic Sten. Stunning. From what you said about the links earlier, if they're end-screw & pins rather than solid threaded pins then get a jeweller to size it. The tiny screws that you get on some similar bracelets sometimes have incredibly narrow threads on them and can shear off, leaving a pin that can't be used due to it having half a screw stuck in it. It's not worth the risk. Go to an official Omega A.D. like Laing's and get it done. If they break a screw then they'll more than likely replace it FOC. A place like Laing's values it's reputation a lot and their customer service is excellent. I'm on the upgrade trail myself having just secured a rather pleasant windfall that will arrive shortly. I think I will be trading in my Breitling for something that might end in 'X'. Sub, GMT or Explorer II folks? Decent advice, used their service department recently for a pin replacement on my SeaMaster, excellent efficient service. Pin replacement (between strap & clasp) was ?15 Edited May 12, 2014 by Angry Haggis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Yeah it's fantastic Sten. Stunning. From what you said about the links earlier, if they're end-screw & pins rather than solid threaded pins then get a jeweller to size it. The tiny screws that you get on some similar bracelets sometimes have incredibly narrow threads on them and can shear off, leaving a pin that can't be used due to it having half a screw stuck in it. It's not worth the risk. Go to an official Omega A.D. like Laing's and get it done. If they break a screw then they'll more than likely replace it FOC. A place like Laing's values it's reputation a lot and their customer service is excellent. I'm on the upgrade trail myself having just secured a rather pleasant windfall that will arrive shortly. I think I will be trading in my Breitling for something that might end in 'X'. Sub, GMT or Explorer II folks? Good point. Taz too. Not a fan of the explorer II, particularly when you put it with the other two you mention. Much prefer those. I also find the white dial Explorer looks like a kids watch almost? If I was buying a GMT it would be the 'batman'. If it was a sub it would be the 116610LN. I really the LV but think the black is more versatile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Decent advice, used their service department recently for a pin replacement on my SeaMaster, excellent efficient service. Pin replacement (between strap & clasp) was ?15 I once took along a vintage Omega to them that they agreed to appraise for authenticity on a free of charge basis. They even offered me a coffee while I waited. That tells you all you need to know. I didn't have the heart to accept the coffee!!! I bought my Breitling brand new from the 'grey market' and I took that to them with it's warranty and COSC certificate for a quick look over and OK. Again FOC. They do seem a wee bit hungry on the price of their pre-owned pieces and I'm not expecting to be bowled over by whatever I'm offered for a trade in but if I do go ahead with an upgrade then I will not be going anywhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Good point. Taz too. Not a fan of the explorer II, particularly when you put it with the other two you mention. Much prefer those. I also find the white dial Explorer looks like a kids watch almost? If I was buying a GMT it would be the 'batman'. If it was a sub it would be the 116610LN. I really the LV but think the black is more versatile. Pretty much what I was already thinking. I'm not absolutely mad on the Explorer II so probably won't be going down that route. I don't know if I could bond with an LV ( for reasons to do with the visual spectrum of refracted light ) I'm going to wait for the right non-LV Sub or SD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 On the bright side I've just won another Favre-Leuba on eBay. My last one loses less than a minute a day. Which is pretty damned good for a 45 year old mechanical watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Talking of Laing's, I emailed them a couple of days ago. I need a valuation certificate for my home insurance provider. They wanted ?30. Goldsmiths want ?10. Given it's just a piece of paper I'll be sending to my insurer i think it's a no brainer who I go visit for that..... Mind you, if Laing's threw in the bracelt adjustment I'd probably go to them. Is it cheeky to ask and mention a price I got elsewhere for an insurance valuation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 On the bright side I've just won another Favre-Leuba on eBay. My last one loses less than a minute a day. Which is pretty damned good for a 45 year old mechanical watch. How many watches do you own, Taz? What about you Victorian? Talking of losing time. I've started checking mine and it's gained 7 seconds in the first three days. Can't believe I've found myself doing this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 At the moment I have 12. Breitling S.O., A little Valjoux 7734 chrono of an obscure maker, Poljot Okeah, another c3133, a couple of vintage Seikos and assorted others. My turnaround on them is frightening and unfortunately I've let some superb watches go to fund the next in the door. I really wish I still had the Omega Speedsonic hummer I once had. Also the TAG Heuer F1 Gulf edition. I should never have let those two go although I did make money on them both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy McNulty Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Love the Rolex and Sten's Omega (been looking at Omega's for a while now). Sadly, I think both would look silly on my skinny wrist (neighbor bought a Rolex which I tried on for a few minutes and am still undecided as to whether it looked stupid). My TAG Aquaracer looks OK on the wrist, so ideally I would want something of a similar size... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Talking of losing time. I've started checking mine and it's gained 7 seconds in the first three days. Can't believe I've found myself doing this You'll probably find that the accuracy of the watch changes over time from new, in a couple of months don't be surprised to see it change. Victorian I'm afraid I'm going to go against the grain here, in order of preference for me it's: No date Sub White Faced Explorer GMT To be honest I think they are all cracking pics, I'd be interested to hear which you decide on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 How many watches do you own, Taz? Six I think. Mostly oddities from the sixties and early seventies. All mechanical apart from my day to day work watch which is a TAG Heuer I bought in the late eighties. I think it is quite an unusual one as well in terms of the colour as I struggle sometimes to get replacement straps in the correct colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Peacock Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Love the Rolex and Sten's Omega (been looking at Omega's for a while now). Sadly, I think both would look silly on my skinny wrist (neighbor bought a Rolex which I tried on for a few minutes and am still undecided as to whether it looked stupid). My TAG Aquaracer looks OK on the wrist, so ideally I would want something of a similar size... What circumference wrist do you have? You can get seamaster's in varying diameters, I think the mid size is somwhere between 36-38 mm from memory. What size is the TAG Aquaracer case, I'd imagine it would be similar in diameter to a mid size seamaster? Which model Rolex did you try on? Most Rolex "sport" watches have a case diameter around 40 mm which is pretty conservative by modern standards. Sten I'd cough up to have the dealer install the half link. I'd watch how he does it and decide after if you want to give it a go in future. It would be awful to have a bash yourself and end up scratching the lugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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