Show us your watch(es)

JinDesu · 03-07-2013, 08:27 AM

Originally posted by Unsinkable II

If you like black/gold and don't like scratches, you could consider a ceramic RADO.

Thanks - I'll look into these

Docrwm · 03-07-2013, 08:47 AM

Originally posted by pingflood

Docwrm: is that orange monster bead blasted?

'
Yup! It's different but I like it.
Here's a shot next to my Black (stock) monster. I had them leave the medallion in the center bright and the rest BB'd. Nice contrast IMHO.

It's a fun watch that can take a beating.

Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR.

Unsinkable II · 03-07-2013, 09:06 AM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR.

Good photos from first post to last. We're not blowing stuff to 50% here and I like the reflections.

Unsinkable II · 03-07-2013, 09:24 AM

Originally posted by pingflood

Isn't that using the Seagull tourbillon movement?

They claim to use the Sea-Gull movement. Well noted! Mine doesn't have their lifetime guarantee either.

Mine predates the Montiek Dutch company by more than 5 years, but is very similar. I bought mine from perhaps HK's premier dealer of old parts and watches. He has horological links everywhere and this was the first China tourbillon available in 2005 when I bought it.

I like mine more because they mis-spelt Tourbillon as "Toubrillon" on the dial! Love it.

Docrwm · 03-07-2013, 11:28 AM

I just, by coincidence, got an ad from a small but reputable US company that specializes in selling Japanese watches that they have a few Orange Monsters left (and the price is good at $177)
I purchased several watches from them in years gone by and the owner is very responsive.

Seiko SKX781K1 Orange Monster Watch

pingflood · 03-07-2013, 01:45 PM

The original monster is definitely the best IMO.

Amazon UK was selling them for 124 GBP last I looked, would have picked one up if I didn't already own it! Have the bracelet as well as a couple of nato straps for it (orange and orange/black).

Need to pop the bezel off since it is a bit tight to turn, just gotta pick up some silicone lube first.

Anyone know where I can get 15.5-16mm blue sweep second hands? My custom 2824-2 build will have a silver dial with black markings, black hour/minute hands, and ideally a blue second hand (inspired by the oh so beautiful Grand Seiko snowflake).

richardwong · 03-13-2013, 05:50 PM

So I have a St. Moritz Momentum InnersSpace automatic 300M/990FT depth rated, sapphire crystal and display back showing off a stunning 25 jewel decorated Swiss automatic movement. It's a watch maker here in Vancouver and I love their watches, I also have a Square One, looks like a Panerai, and a Baume Mercier as well. I liked collecting watches before I started collecting lenses

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richardwong · 03-13-2013, 05:51 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

'
Yup! It's different but I like it.
Here's a shot next to my Black (stock) monster. I had them leave the medallion in the center bright and the rest BB'd. Nice contrast IMHO.

It's a fun watch that can take a beating.

Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR.

I've always liked the Seiko Orange Monster

richardwong · 03-13-2013, 05:52 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

I own a few Seikos myself, including an Orange Monster. They've changed the Monster in this past year and have discontinued the original model.

Doc you have quite the collection here

I like the watch holder case.

Docrwm · 03-13-2013, 06:01 PM

Originally posted by richardwong

Doc you have quite the collection here

I like the watch holder case.

Thanks. But these

are just the Seikos. I have more European brand watches. My favorite is the Sinn at the head of this thread but I also have 3 Midos and a Fortis that I am rather fond of. My oldest watch is a 1953 Bulova 23 Calendar that is fully functional.

forensicscientist · 03-13-2013, 06:27 PM

interesting thread....I don't wear a watch. They seem to stop when I wear them. Tried a variety of brands...last was Rolex...dardest thing, and just like the cheapo timex I wore as a kid: stops dead on my wrist within a few hours...take it off and lay it on the bureau and it runs fine....makes no sense to me and thus I gave up.

Lots of sharp watches here though....

Docrwm · 03-13-2013, 07:08 PM

Originally posted by forensicscientist

interesting thread....I don't wear a watch. They seem to stop when I wear them. Tried a variety of brands...last was Rolex...dardest thing, and just like the cheapo timex I wore as a kid: stops dead on my wrist within a few hours...take it off and lay it on the bureau and it runs fine....makes no sense to me and thus I gave up.

Lots of sharp watches here though....

Interesting, biomagnetic field but be strong. There is a new Omega that is immune to magnetic fields up to the strength of an operating MRI. Perhaps it would be a good choice for you?

richardwong · 03-13-2013, 11:12 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Thanks. But these

are just the Seikos. I have more European brand watches. My favorite is the Sinn at the head of this thread but I also have 3 Midos and a Fortis that I am rather fond of. My oldest watch is a 1953 Bulova 23 Calendar that is fully functional.

Nice collection you certainly have Doc! I do like the Sinn as well as the Lancaster.

The common thread I see among Pentaxian's watches are that they are not necessarily mainstream, beautiful in their own right, and very functional.

**arnold** · 03-14-2013, 01:18 AM

Mechanical cameras and mechanical watches have a delightful commonality. Here is a group shot of some. All in working order, except the acutron on the right. Also a few extras.

richardwong · 03-14-2013, 07:13 AM

Originally posted by larryinlc

My three wristwatches currently.

Nice collection here.

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03-07-2013, 08:27 AM	#31
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by Unsinkable II If you like black/gold and don't like scratches, you could consider a ceramic RADO. Thanks - I'll look into these

03-07-2013, 08:47 AM	#32
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by pingflood Docwrm: is that orange monster bead blasted? ' Yup! It's different but I like it. Here's a shot next to my Black (stock) monster. I had them leave the medallion in the center bright and the rest BB'd. Nice contrast IMHO. It's a fun watch that can take a beating. Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR.

03-07-2013, 09:06 AM	#33
Unsinkable II Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,352	Originally posted by Docrwm Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR. Good photos from first post to last. We're not blowing stuff to 50% here and I like the reflections.

03-07-2013, 09:24 AM	#34
Unsinkable II Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,352	Originally posted by pingflood Isn't that using the Seagull tourbillon movement? They claim to use the Sea-Gull movement. Well noted! Mine doesn't have their lifetime guarantee either. Mine predates the Montiek Dutch company by more than 5 years, but is very similar. I bought mine from perhaps HK's premier dealer of old parts and watches. He has horological links everywhere and this was the first China tourbillon available in 2005 when I bought it. I like mine more because they mis-spelt Tourbillon as "Toubrillon" on the dial! Love it.

03-07-2013, 11:28 AM	#35
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	I just, by coincidence, got an ad from a small but reputable US company that specializes in selling Japanese watches that they have a few Orange Monsters left (and the price is good at $177) I purchased several watches from them in years gone by and the owner is very responsive. Seiko SKX781K1 Orange Monster Watch

03-07-2013, 01:45 PM	#36
pingflood Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Borås, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,169	The original monster is definitely the best IMO. Amazon UK was selling them for 124 GBP last I looked, would have picked one up if I didn't already own it! Have the bracelet as well as a couple of nato straps for it (orange and orange/black). Need to pop the bezel off since it is a bit tight to turn, just gotta pick up some silicone lube first. Anyone know where I can get 15.5-16mm blue sweep second hands? My custom 2824-2 build will have a silver dial with black markings, black hour/minute hands, and ideally a blue second hand (inspired by the oh so beautiful Grand Seiko snowflake).

03-13-2013, 05:51 PM	#38
richardwong Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 671	Originally posted by Docrwm ' Yup! It's different but I like it. Here's a shot next to my Black (stock) monster. I had them leave the medallion in the center bright and the rest BB'd. Nice contrast IMHO. It's a fun watch that can take a beating. Sorry for the poor photos, these are all from 3+ years ago when I was actively collecting watches. Nothing was done with a dSLR. I've always liked the Seiko Orange Monster

03-13-2013, 05:52 PM	#39
richardwong Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 671	Originally posted by Docrwm I own a few Seikos myself, including an Orange Monster. They've changed the Monster in this past year and have discontinued the original model. Doc you have quite the collection here I like the watch holder case.

03-13-2013, 06:01 PM	#40
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by richardwong Doc you have quite the collection here I like the watch holder case. Thanks. But these are just the Seikos. I have more European brand watches. My favorite is the Sinn at the head of this thread but I also have 3 Midos and a Fortis that I am rather fond of. My oldest watch is a 1953 Bulova 23 Calendar that is fully functional.

03-13-2013, 06:27 PM	#41
forensicscientist Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: DFW Texas and Michigan - I commute :) Posts: 1,012	interesting thread....I don't wear a watch. They seem to stop when I wear them. Tried a variety of brands...last was Rolex...dardest thing, and just like the cheapo timex I wore as a kid: stops dead on my wrist within a few hours...take it off and lay it on the bureau and it runs fine....makes no sense to me and thus I gave up. Lots of sharp watches here though....

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03-13-2013, 07:08 PM	#42
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by forensicscientist interesting thread....I don't wear a watch. They seem to stop when I wear them. Tried a variety of brands...last was Rolex...dardest thing, and just like the cheapo timex I wore as a kid: stops dead on my wrist within a few hours...take it off and lay it on the bureau and it runs fine....makes no sense to me and thus I gave up. Lots of sharp watches here though.... Interesting, biomagnetic field but be strong. There is a new Omega that is immune to magnetic fields up to the strength of an operating MRI. Perhaps it would be a good choice for you?

03-13-2013, 11:12 PM	#43
richardwong Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 671	Originally posted by Docrwm Thanks. But these are just the Seikos. I have more European brand watches. My favorite is the Sinn at the head of this thread but I also have 3 Midos and a Fortis that I am rather fond of. My oldest watch is a 1953 Bulova 23 Calendar that is fully functional. Nice collection you certainly have Doc! I do like the Sinn as well as the Lancaster. The common thread I see among Pentaxian's watches are that they are not necessarily mainstream, beautiful in their own right, and very functional.

03-14-2013, 07:13 AM	#45
richardwong Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 671	Originally posted by larryinlc My three wristwatches currently. Nice collection here.