Wristwatch collectors out there? - Page 62

Blak Smyth · 01-04-2013, 09:40 AM

This is the one I would snag:

dijit · 01-04-2013, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

This is the one I would snag:

Interesting design!

gettysburgfreak · 01-06-2013, 09:12 AM

http://www.amazon.com/Bulova-Mens-98...=bulova+98a118

This looks pretty nice for a watch on the cheaper side. I have the bulova star marine and wear it almost as much as my tag carrera.

Blak Smyth · 02-12-2013, 07:24 AM

Just ordered this Laco:

Bondo 287 · 02-12-2013, 08:08 AM

Changed that question of mine to PM

ky70 · 02-12-2013, 09:36 AM

I was a "crazy" watch guy, I loved dive watches and mostly hoarded seikos and micro brands for the past 4 years. But I got tired of the hobby and sold everything I had by the end of 2012 and now I only have a pilot watch and 1 micro brand diver (Armida).

I've got on the Armida today...

Blak Smyth · 02-12-2013, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ky70

I was a "crazy" watch guy, I loved dive watches and mostly hoarded seikos and micro brands for the past 4 years. But I got tired of the hobby and sold everything I had by the end of 2012 and now I only have a pilot watch and 1 micro brand diver (Armida).

I've got on the Armida today...

Looks really nice!

mosesbotbol · 02-12-2013, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

Looks really nice!

Yes, it does. What kind of movement is it? Screw down crown?

Blak Smyth · 02-12-2013, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Yes, it does. What kind of movement is it? Screw down crown?

From looking at the picture:
ARMIDA A4 2000m Diver ETA 2824-2

The Armida A4 2000m is a functional diver watch.
Its movement is a Swiss ETA2824-2
- 316l stainless steel case
- Blue dial and bezel - dial 2
- Brushed silver hands
- BGW9 lumed bezel, hour markers and hands
- 44 mm case diameter
- 45mm bezel diameter
- Lug to lug 54mm
- Lug distance 22mm
- Height 17mm
- Sapphire crystal 4 mm flat
- Anti reflective coating on the inside crystal
- 22mm steel bracelet and rubber strap
- Waterproof to 2000m/6600feet
- Screwed and signed crown 8mm
- 1 Year International Warranty

mosesbotbol · 02-12-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

From looking at the picture:
ARMIDA A4 2000m Diver ETA 2824-2

The Armida A4 2000m is a functional diver watch.
Its movement is a Swiss ETA2824-2
- 316l stainless steel case
- Blue dial and bezel - dial 2
- Brushed silver hands
- BGW9 lumed bezel, hour markers and hands
- 44 mm case diameter
- 45mm bezel diameter
- Lug to lug 54mm
- Lug distance 22mm
- Height 17mm
- Sapphire crystal 4 mm flat
- Anti reflective coating on the inside crystal
- 22mm steel bracelet and rubber strap
- Waterproof to 2000m/6600feet
- Screwed and signed crown 8mm
- 1 Year International Warranty

Big watch. It has the main goodies you want in a watch. I wonder how long ago it was made? I thought ETA stopped supplying non Swatch brands. It could be that many manufacturers have good stock on movements still.

Remo · 02-12-2013, 01:39 PM

Armida has been around a year or two. Same Chinese cases most boutiques are using...Helson, Deep Blue, Wilson Watch Works, Kemmner....but they are still all nice watches

ky70 · 02-12-2013, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Remo

Armida has been around a year or two. Same Chinese cases most boutiques are using...Helson, Deep Blue, Wilson Watch Works, Kemmner....but they are still all nice watches

Yep...and I've had many from the others you list above plus watches from other boutique brands (Benarus, Boschett, Halios, Prometheus and Precista) and some put out watches/cases not available from a another watch brand (which include Fricker cases)

MurphysLaw · 02-12-2013, 03:04 PM

Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

Blak Smyth · 02-13-2013, 05:58 AM

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Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

I almost bought a Hamilton, but went with the Laco because of the older looking style (Now I just gotta get a bomber jacket and goggles). I still really like those Hamiltons though.

RWhisenand · 02-17-2013, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

I have one, its a little small for me but it runs great, and I love the clear case back. If you are interested, I'll make you a good deal on it as I rarely wear it anymore.

poker · 02-14-2013, 09:26 PM

The wife & I agreed not to spend anything this Valentines day. Obviously she lied to me. Pics to follow....

poker · 02-14-2013, 09:55 PM

Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL

God I love my wife

mosesbotbol · 02-15-2013, 09:12 AM

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Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo

God I love my wife

Love that watch! Are you going to buy a bracelet for it too? How's the tire pressure gauge working? Can you show a few pictures of the gauge?

poker · 02-15-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Love that watch! Are you going to buy a bracelet for it too? How's the tire pressure gauge working? Can you show a few pictures of the gauge?

I'll snap a couple pics of the gauge when I get home later today. Havent tried out the gauge to see functionality or accuracy, but I remember seeing readings are only in bar.

mosesbotbol · 02-15-2013, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by poker

I'll snap a couple pics of the gauge when I get home later today. Havent tried out the gauge to see functionality or accuracy, but I remember seeing readings are only in bar.

Chopard is a great house for both jewelry and watches. The Mille has been a good success for them.

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ky70 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: Ken Location: Chicago Posts: 123 Trading: (0)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I was a "crazy" watch guy, I loved dive watches and mostly hoarded seikos and micro brands for the past 4 years. But I got tired of the hobby and sold everything I had by the end of 2012 and now I only have a pilot watch and 1 micro brand diver (Armida). I've got on the Armida today...

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