Wristwatch collectors out there? - Page 85

mosesbotbol · 05-09-2015, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ucla695

My most recent experience with Torneau (T) came when I bought my wife a watch last Christmas. The watch she wanted at T was retail. They were unwilling to negotiate. We went to another shop with better stock and bought it for 20% off MSRP. Same warranty, plus I'm set to negotiate for our next one. I paid with a cc and got the miles to boot. So, to me, buying a watch at T for MSRP is not worth it. JMO in LA.

I thought they doubled the manufacturer warranty? I've only bought one pre-owned watch (from Torneau) they did 2 year warranty where ever other pre-owned place did one year. They also included insurance on the watch and I had it totally re-finished the watch after I bought it. Took like 3 months, but came back like a new watch.

ucla695 · 05-10-2015, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I thought they doubled the manufacturer warranty? I've only bought one pre-owned watch (from Torneau) they did 2 year warranty where ever other pre-owned place did one year. They also included insurance on the watch and I had it totally re-finished the watch after I bought it. Took like 3 months, but came back like a new watch.

They didn't mention it to me, but that was just my experience. That would make more sense why they wouldn't budge on the price.

larryinlc · 05-10-2015, 09:19 AM

Here's a nice small quartz diver from Alpina. In this day when watches are mostly huge, it was nice to find one at 38mm for my skinny wrist.

mosesbotbol · 05-10-2015, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by larryinlc

Here's a nice small quartz diver from Alpina. In this day when watches are mostly huge, it was nice to find one at 38mm for my skinny wrist.

That's awesome. Alpina makes some cool watches and they are very well priced. Not too popular in US? Did you buy in this country? Good choice. Are bracelets available from them?

mmblz · 05-27-2015, 07:30 AM

pretty nice looking watch for ~ $25

mosesbotbol · 08-10-2015, 05:10 PM

Fancy. I have been really digging the polished ceramic bezel, but can't go wrong with blue and gold. Very nice.

Blueface · 08-10-2015, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Fancy. I have been really digging the polished ceramic bezel, but can't go wrong with blue and gold. Very nice.

That's pretty good. You know the ceramic bezel as compared to older bezel.
Gotta tell you, the new solid links make a big difference in the overall weight. Feels really solid, more like all precious metal than prior versions.

mosesbotbol · 08-10-2015, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

That's pretty good. You know the ceramic bezel as compared to older bezel.
Gotta tell you, the new solid links make a big difference in the overall weight. Feels really solid, more like all precious metal than prior versions.

A the older style Sub's had those hollow links, the watch felt light, and the band would stretch. I'd rather have a Titanium watch if I want light instead of hollow links.

Rolex has stepped up their game over the last decade in terms of delivering what the consumer wants.

G G · 08-10-2015, 06:06 PM

I have a question and apologize if it's the wrong place for it. I have two invicta watches and pins have broken on both of them. I have the 8932 and the 15180. The pins are 18 and 22 mm respectively, but I can't for the life of me find how thick the pins are supposed to be. I see 1.5, 1.8, and others. Anyone know, and yes I am a watch dummy, sorry. I searched for an hour and can't find the info. Maybe I am an internet dummy too.

Remo · 08-22-2015, 01:35 PM

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Back to an Aqualand.

shilala · 08-22-2015, 01:59 PM

I used to have a watch fetish. But every single one would look like I dragged it behind my truck in a couple weeks. It's because I'm a hog.

That Rolex is GORGEOUS, Carlos. You are blessed, my man!!!

Dave128 · 11-12-2015, 01:09 PM

A gift from my wife

Tag Heuer - Formula 1

mosesbotbol · 11-12-2015, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave128

A gift from my wife

Tag Heuer - Formula 1

Nice. Classic and sharp dial. She's a good one

mmblz · 12-10-2015, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave128

A gift from my wife

Tag Heuer - Formula 1

Nice. Did you see their smart watch? Hell of a lot better looking than the Apple Watch...

Dave128 · 11-12-2015, 05:18 PM

Thanks, Moses.

Pilon · 11-12-2015, 09:18 PM

I can now say I have two Balls...

Ball Engineer II Chronometer Red Label 43mm

mosesbotbol · 11-13-2015, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Pilon

I can now say I have two Balls...

Ball Engineer II Chronometer Red Label 43mm

Which is your other?

I am thinking of picking up a Ball the next time I am in Singapore in a couple of months. I saw one model that had a similar mesh style bracelet like the Brietling Super Ocean for around $1200 that seemed like quite a bargain. I just looked on their site and did not see a watch with that bracelet. I found in general that some watches, the dealers have more options than what is shown on the site. Especially for Rolex; there's too many variants for them to post all the combo's online.

Pilon · 11-13-2015, 05:32 PM

This was my first one. The Hydrocarbon Ceramic XV voted watch of the year 2012. I got it at around 20% off. The red label I bought used from Topper for more than half off retail. I think they're a great value and I get plenty of compliments on them.

DBall · 11-14-2015, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Pilon

This was my first one. The Hydrocarbon Ceramic XV voted watch of the year 2012. I got it at around 20% off. The red label I bought used from Topper for more than half off retail. I think they're a great value and I get plenty of compliments on them.

Being that my last name is Ball, I have a little collection of them... here's a repost of a pic earlier in this thread:

and my vintage Ball:

dijit · 11-14-2015, 05:27 AM

Damn thats three weeks salary for me! Nice watches Ball and Breitling are on my bucket list of watches.

05-10-2015, 09:19 AM	#3
larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Here's a nice small quartz diver from Alpina. In this day when watches are mostly huge, it was nice to find one at 38mm for my skinny wrist.

08-10-2015, 05:10 PM	#6
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Fancy. I have been really digging the polished ceramic bezel, but can't go wrong with blue and gold. Very nice. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

08-10-2015, 06:06 PM	#9
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,737 Trading: (10)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I have a question and apologize if it's the wrong place for it. I have two invicta watches and pins have broken on both of them. I have the 8932 and the 15180. The pins are 18 and 22 mm respectively, but I can't for the life of me find how thick the pins are supposed to be. I see 1.5, 1.8, and others. Anyone know, and yes I am a watch dummy, sorry. I searched for an hour and can't find the info. Maybe I am an internet dummy too.

08-22-2015, 01:35 PM	#10
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Back to an Aqualand. __________________

08-22-2015, 01:59 PM	#11
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I used to have a watch fetish. But every single one would look like I dragged it behind my truck in a couple weeks. It's because I'm a hog. That Rolex is GORGEOUS, Carlos. You are blessed, my man!!! __________________

11-12-2015, 01:09 PM	#12
Dave128 Sexy Dave Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Dave Location: Voorheesville, NY Posts: 3,922 Trading: (4)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? A gift from my wife Tag Heuer - Formula 1 __________________ "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." - Benjamin Franklin I "heart" Boobies and Beer!

11-12-2015, 05:18 PM	#15
Dave128 Sexy Dave Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Dave Location: Voorheesville, NY Posts: 3,922 Trading: (4)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Thanks, Moses. __________________ "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." - Benjamin Franklin I "heart" Boobies and Beer!

11-12-2015, 09:18 PM	#16
Pilon Feelin' the Love Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Travis Location: Tiverton, RI Posts: 888 Trading: (49)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I can now say I have two Balls... Ball Engineer II Chronometer Red Label 43mm __________________

11-13-2015, 05:32 PM	#18
Pilon Feelin' the Love Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Travis Location: Tiverton, RI Posts: 888 Trading: (49)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? This was my first one. The Hydrocarbon Ceramic XV voted watch of the year 2012. I got it at around 20% off. The red label I bought used from Topper for more than half off retail. I think they're a great value and I get plenty of compliments on them. __________________

11-14-2015, 05:27 AM	#20
dijit Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Mike Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 2,186 Trading: (48)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Damn thats three weeks salary for me! Nice watches Ball and Breitling are on my bucket list of watches. __________________ Sporting goods raffle for a great cause. PM me for tickets.