Carl Weathers Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I like it. Took me a while to save for it. I prefer the croc leather straps but I know that they don't last as long as the bracelets. Might start tucking a ton away each month and get something next year. Either that or use my bonus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GhostHunter Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 This leather strap up to scratch, Dex? I've just had a crisis in me pants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Have you checked out the 1887 range Sten? Some nice ones in those. They're bringing out a new Carrera soon with their brand new 1969 movement but who knows when that will be and how much they'll cost. I have mate. Very very nice. Think I'm after a busier face. More sporty look. Hard to explain. If I could afford two though....... Haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Might start tucking a ton away each month and get something next year. Either that or use my bonus! Good thinking. Every player needs a nice timepiece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 I have mate. Very very nice. Think I'm after a busier face. More sporty look. Hard to explain. If I could afford two though....... Haha I think this is a great looking watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) Great looking watch but looks a lot like an IWC Portuguese. Not that that's a bad thing. Edited December 31, 2013 by Tazio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Actually having thought about it more and a quick Google if I was IWC I'd be on the phone having a wee word in their ear. Check out this one, not even remotely similar is it? Will be cheaper though for the TAG Heuer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragnar Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Thoughts on Casio G Shock watches? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragnar Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Having to return my Armani watch as it doesn't fit. 1 link removed = too tight 1 link added = too loose No half links or adjustable clasp either. Seething. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Thoughts on Casio G Shock watches? I've got a few of them. I like them a lot and wear them when I'm doing stuff where I wouldn't want to risk a proper watch. I like the digital ones only. The ones with hands and faces etc look shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy McNulty Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Got a payout at work, $9K. Of course, I wanted to spend on a Breitling or Omega. Wife has other ideas. Going on house or new car... Sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Got a payout at work, $9K. Of course, I wanted to spend on a Breitling or Omega. Wife has other ideas. Going on house or new car... Sigh. You can get vintage mechanical gold Omega's for less than ?1k. They're pretty cool some of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb7885 Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 whats peoples opinion on this by Larsson and Jennings ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 whats peoples opinion on this by Larsson and Jennings ? Nice and simple. Would be better with a decent strap. That thing is awful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboceej Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Got a classic Rolex i inherited from my granddad, lovely understated watch though need to take it somewhere to have a clean-up (any ideas in Edinburgh where to take it?)...only wear it on formal occasions though. My wrists are too skinny for a watch, plus i don't really have a use for one for anything other than aesthetic purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 whats peoples opinion on this by Larsson and Jennings ? Yep agree with cosa. Not too keen on the watch but what dreadful strap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Got a classic Rolex i inherited from my granddad, lovely understated watch though need to take it somewhere to have a clean-up (any ideas in Edinburgh where to take it?)...only wear it on formal occasions though. My wrists are too skinny for a watch, plus i don't really have a use for one for anything other than aesthetic purposes. Was in Laings on Frederick Street yesterday the guy said they are starting to do their servicing inhouse within the next couple of months, i was looking at this Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra, If I do decide to go for it I would go down to iconic Watches in Blackburn which is a lot cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daydream Believer Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Got a classic Rolex i inherited from my granddad, lovely understated watch though need to take it somewhere to have a clean-up (any ideas in Edinburgh where to take it?)...only wear it on formal occasions though. My wrists are too skinny for a watch, plus i don't really have a use for one for anything other than aesthetic purposes. I like Brendan Haddock on Murrayfield Avenue although I think he's quite expensive (He (his wife) once charged me ?20 to take a single link out of an omega constellation). He's a good guy though and takes care over his work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 (edited) I picked up a vintage Omega Geneve from my Grandad. He bought it in the 60's. It looks very similar to the one below except mines has an expandable gold bracelet: The watch appears to be in excellant condition except for scratches on the glass (which feels like plastic). I'd like to get it serviced and the scratches removed. I'll also get a black leather strap if I decide to wear it. Anyone know of good places to go? Does anyone know anything about these watches? Cheers. Edited January 16, 2014 by Carl Weathers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I've got a vintage Omega that looks almost identical to that one. Mine is from 1969 though. This is my one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Lovely watch Cosa. How did you come across that one? I'll post up some pics of mine soon. The strap is proper pimp style! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I picked up a vintage Omega Geneve from my Grandad. He bought it in the 60's. It looks very similar to the one below except mines has an expandable gold bracelet: The watch appears to be in excellant condition except for scratches on the glass (which feels like plastic). I'd like to get it serviced and the scratches removed. I'll also get a black leather strap if I decide to wear it. Anyone know of good places to go? Does anyone know anything about these watches? Cheers. Laings in Frederick street are going to start their own in house servicing within the next couple of months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Lovely watch Cosa. How did you come across that one? I'll post up some pics of mine soon. The strap is proper pimp style! I bought it from a dealer on ebay. I looked at all of the feedback and comments and then made a low offer. He showed me some websites to look at to see what it was worth and the exact model and then compromised on the price. I got an excellent deal for a vintage gold watch. It's in almost perfect condition too. Cost me a tenner to have it authenticated in Glasgow. The guy showed me the mechanical movement and everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaganator Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I bought it from a dealer on ebay. I looked at all of the feedback and comments and then made a low offer. He showed me some websites to look at to see what it was worth and the exact model and then compromised on the price. I got an excellent deal for a vintage gold watch. It's in almost perfect condition too. Cost me a tenner to have it authenticated in Glasgow. The guy showed me the mechanical movement and everything. How did you get it authenticated? I'd like to get mine done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 There's a place that does it in the Argyll Arcade. This was a while ago mind. It's more than likely still there though. I'd imagine there are a few places if you google it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Here's my watch: Any idea where I can get it serviced for a no bad price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Here's my watch: Any idea where I can get it serviced for a no bad price? It's a lovely old watch. Treat it to a proper Omega service and then use a local guy after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 It's a lovely old watch. Treat it to a proper Omega service and then use a local guy after that. I'll get some quotes. I've read that an Omega service costs ?400? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 I sent my watch away for a service. The work cost ?192 in total and was well worth it. The guy who did the work has a blog and he added my watch to it: http://watchguy.co.uk/service-omega-geneve-165-041-calibre-552/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaganator Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 I sent my watch away for a service. The work cost ?192 in total and was well worth it. The guy who did the work has a blog and he added my watch to it: http://watchguy.co.uk/service-omega-geneve-165-041-calibre-552/ I read that one earlier. Small world. The man is a genius - what he did with that Speedmaster was incredible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 ordered my Omega Aqua Seamaster Terra from Iconic Watches, should arrive next week, good price, a lot cheaper than shops up town. Thanks to the poster who posted the link to Iconic Quite plain, not too much detail, but I like it http://www.laingthejeweller.com/Watches-Omega/Omega-Seamaster-Aqua-Terra-150-M-Co-Axial-415-mm-UuAg.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 (edited) I sent my watch away for a service. The work cost ?192 in total and was well worth it. The guy who did the work has a blog and he added my watch to it: http://watchguy.co.u...41-calibre-552/ great blog, some cracking pictures as well Edited March 5, 2014 by jimmyjambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 I sent my watch away for a service. The work cost ?192 in total and was well worth it. The guy who did the work has a blog and he added my watch to it: http://watchguy.co.u...41-calibre-552/ Seriously cool. He did a great job by the look of things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 ordered my Omega Aqua Seamaster Terra from Iconic Watches, should arrive next week, good price, a lot cheaper than shops up town. Thanks to the poster who posted the link to Iconic Quite plain, not too much detail, but I like it http://www.laingthej...15-mm-UuAg.html Very nice. I reckon I'd have gone for a moonwatch if I was going to buy a new Omega. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsnomarooned Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 http://www.coolhunting.com/style/sihh-2014-van-cleef-arpels-midnight-planetarium.php Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Haggis Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) I sent my watch away for a service. The work cost ?192 in total and was well worth it. The guy who did the work has a blog and he added my watch to it: http://watchguy.co.uk/service-omega-geneve-165-041-calibre-552/ Great stuff Carl and a great looking job that was done by the looks of things. I have a SeaMaster I got a few years back second hand..probably approaching 15 years old and I was considering getting it serviced. I will be dropping this chap a line! Edited March 11, 2014 by Angry Haggis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) http://www.citizenwatch.com/en-us/watches/watch-detail/?model=AT8020-03L Thoughts? I just got 500 quid insurance money and fancy a watch. Edited March 27, 2014 by Taffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
269miles Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 http://www.citizenwa...odel=AT8020-03L Thoughts? I just got 500 quid insurance money and fancy a watch. The Eco Drive is a lovely watch. I just got my hands on one of the Red Arrows range and it's beautifully made , solid bracelet and looks good (not too heavy). I think the red is a better looker than the Blue Angel version (I did actually think about the Blue Angels version originally). Eco Drive seems to have plenty of good reviews on t'interweb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsnomarooned Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 http://www.citizenwa...odel=AT8020-03L Thoughts? I just got 500 quid insurance money and fancy a watch. I've got an Eco-Drive and it's the proverbial dug's baws. Can't help but think that come the inevitable zombie type apocolypse me (and possibly you) will be the only ones able to tell time after a while 'cos ours run on light and not batteries. Might be goosed if it's a nuclear winter though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaganator Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 I've got an Eco-Drive and it's the proverbial dug's baws. Can't help but think that come the inevitable zombie type apocolypse me (and possibly you) will be the only ones able to tell time after a while 'cos ours run on light and not batteries. Might be goosed if it's a nuclear winter though. Yup - you'll be goosed when we are immersed in darkness. Those automatic watch wearers will be giving it at that stage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 (edited) Well it's getting closer to my 30th. Literally spent the last 6 months looking at watches 3 or 4 times a week. Changed my mind several times. So I'm glad I've given myself a long period to make my mind up. Went off the Carrera and I've fallen in love with the Omega Planet Ocean Chronograph. Also joined Tazio in not liking Breitling's. It's more expensive than I'd have wanted, but I'm prepared to use Iconic Watches to save around 25%, then hopefully put down a fair wedge then take them up on their finance offer. Most companies offer 0%, it doesn't say on their website. Does anyone know if it is? I suppose I'd rather overspend to get something I really want, than underspend to get something that's okay and happened to be cheap enough? Here's a few images. I've been drooling over this for a while now and I've not changed my mind or had doubts at all. Think it's the one. It's a big watch, but my forearm is hairy as feck and pretty chunky, so it should be fine. Edited April 15, 2014 by Sten Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Magnificent Sten. Great choice, id love to have the budget for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaganator Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 http://www.swisswatchesdirect.co.uk/watch/232.30.46.51.01.003_omega_mens_watches_seamaster_planet_ocean_chronograph These guys offer decent finance and a grey market discount too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjambo Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 got a Omega Seamaster Aqua terra from Iconic watches about a month ago, quite a plain watch, really like it and Iconic watches were pretty good to dal with, no problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Jung Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Well it's getting closer to my 30th. Literally spent the last 6 months looking at watches 3 or 4 times a week. Changed my mind several times. So I'm glad I've given myself a long period to make my mind up. Went off the Carrera and I've fallen in love with the Omega Planet Ocean Chronograph. Also joined Tazio in not liking Breitling's. It's more expensive than I'd have wanted, but I'm prepared to use Iconic Watches to save around 25%, then hopefully put down a fair wedge then take them up on their finance offer. Most companies offer 0%, it doesn't say on their website. Does anyone know if it is? I suppose I'd rather overspend to get something I really want, than underspend to get something that's okay and happened to be cheap enough? Here's a few images. I've been drooling over this for a while now and I've not changed my mind or had doubts at all. Think it's the one. It's a big watch, but my forearm is hairy as feck and pretty chunky, so it should be fine. Nice watch Sten. I'd happily take one of these, maybe even one of the more daring colours. Got a black standard Carrera myself which I love but the Omega is equally appealing. Nice problem to have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 15, 2014 Author Share Posted April 15, 2014 Stunning piece. Eye watering price but I suppose it's for life. Go for it man it's a belter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Jung Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Before you buy it check out the Panerai Luminor Marina range. This will probably be where I look for a new timepiece. Stunning watches. Love to hear from anyone who owns one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notbrainwashed Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 So - iconic watches is a legit site? Good to know. Will certainly keep that in mind for when I eventually buy an Omega Speedmaster Pro... My 40th in 4 years, maybe then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Like it Sten. Much do one of those go for on iconic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Like it Sten. Much do one of those go for on iconic? ?4000. Quite a big difference to the high street. http://www.beaverbrooks.co.uk/0001682/Omega-Seamaster-Planet-Ocean-Chronograph-Mans-Watch/p I've emailed Iconic asking about any possible small discount and they can't move on their price. Worth asking though. Think I'll try it on somewhere before deciding what to do. Would hate to end up thinking it was too big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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