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Too many to quote but answers are:
just goats
why would I mess with dogs when I have goats?
I don't even know what a metrosexual man is but I don't want to hang out with them on the farm
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Mama always said HH threads are like a box of chocolates. You never know what you gonna get.LebamDawg said:Too many to quote but answers are:
just goats
why would I mess with dogs when I have goats?
I don't even know what a metrosexual man is but I don't want to hang out with them on the farm -
Now you got me all stressed out thinking about how I need to spend all the grocery money on watch tune ups. Fucking asshole!!Swaye said:
Yeah, well at least you know it needs to be serviced. The good news is if you get a full service done on it it would likely last you 20 more years. But yeah, if it has sat for long periods I'd certainly service it as soon as you can. Like I said, I try for once in the first 5-10 years of life, then never again unless it gets way off.YellowSnow said:
It’s an early 80s Oyster Perpetual Date Just with the Juibilee bracket. Never been serviced but sat in a box from the mid 80s to 2011 and was rarely worn. It think having it serviced by Rolex in Beverly Hills is like $800 or $1000. The one thing that sucks about it is this was still the era of acrylic crystals. They didn’t switch to the sapphire ones till the mid 80s.Swaye said:
Opinions are like assholes on this stuff, but my opinion is 10 seconds fast is more unusual than 10 seconds slow. Neither is a huge issue. Slow usually indicates it needs cleaning or lubrication, whereas fast usually indicates it has been magnetized (yes mechanical watches can get magnetized which causes them to be off time). There are articles online for how to demag a watch. Might want to try that. Many of the newer watches are being designed with anti-mag properties - in fact Rolex made one many years ago, and recently brought it back. The Milgauss. I own one. Sharp watch. Omega Seamasters (higher end ones) now have a 15,000 gauss demag design.YellowSnow said:
I think I asked you this before, but my Rolex runs about 10 secs fast per day. Seems like that’s still within spec? Do you agree?Swaye said:
I don't even own a battery watch. All my watches are mechanicals, or automatics as it were. I don't do quartz. I have a phone for accurate timekeeping. I only buy watches because the craftsmanship is amazing to me. I just like to look at them. None of them, and I have some nice ones, are more accurate than an iPhone.YellowSnow said:So is this a battery watch or perpetual watch?Which do you prefer?
A Rolex should be serviced every 7 years they say - but vintage opens a whole new can of worms. How old is the watch? I like to get a watch overhauled completely once it is 5-10 years old, but then if it runs fine not touch it again until it needs it (which is judged my how it is timing). Almost like the first oil change on a fresh motor, do it at 500-100 miles to get any crud out of it, then it is fine to let it ride more.
Let me know how old the watch is, and provide a pic if possible. I know you inherited it, so it might be REALLY old. And usually, on the really old ones, if it isn't REALLY off, you just let it ride because even service centers don't have the parts to fix the true vintage stuff. HTH.
Alas I’m cheap and putting off the service because I have other expensive hobbies like whiskey and records. Plus I just renewed my season tickets. I hate money!! -
This is my clever ruse to stick it to the white man.YellowSnow said:
Now you got me all stressed out thinking about how I need to spend all the grocery money on watch tune ups. Fucking asshole!!Swaye said:
Yeah, well at least you know it needs to be serviced. The good news is if you get a full service done on it it would likely last you 20 more years. But yeah, if it has sat for long periods I'd certainly service it as soon as you can. Like I said, I try for once in the first 5-10 years of life, then never again unless it gets way off.YellowSnow said:
It’s an early 80s Oyster Perpetual Date Just with the Juibilee bracket. Never been serviced but sat in a box from the mid 80s to 2011 and was rarely worn. It think having it serviced by Rolex in Beverly Hills is like $800 or $1000. The one thing that sucks about it is this was still the era of acrylic crystals. They didn’t switch to the sapphire ones till the mid 80s.Swaye said:
Opinions are like assholes on this stuff, but my opinion is 10 seconds fast is more unusual than 10 seconds slow. Neither is a huge issue. Slow usually indicates it needs cleaning or lubrication, whereas fast usually indicates it has been magnetized (yes mechanical watches can get magnetized which causes them to be off time). There are articles online for how to demag a watch. Might want to try that. Many of the newer watches are being designed with anti-mag properties - in fact Rolex made one many years ago, and recently brought it back. The Milgauss. I own one. Sharp watch. Omega Seamasters (higher end ones) now have a 15,000 gauss demag design.YellowSnow said:
I think I asked you this before, but my Rolex runs about 10 secs fast per day. Seems like that’s still within spec? Do you agree?Swaye said:
I don't even own a battery watch. All my watches are mechanicals, or automatics as it were. I don't do quartz. I have a phone for accurate timekeeping. I only buy watches because the craftsmanship is amazing to me. I just like to look at them. None of them, and I have some nice ones, are more accurate than an iPhone.YellowSnow said:So is this a battery watch or perpetual watch?Which do you prefer?
A Rolex should be serviced every 7 years they say - but vintage opens a whole new can of worms. How old is the watch? I like to get a watch overhauled completely once it is 5-10 years old, but then if it runs fine not touch it again until it needs it (which is judged my how it is timing). Almost like the first oil change on a fresh motor, do it at 500-100 miles to get any crud out of it, then it is fine to let it ride more.
Let me know how old the watch is, and provide a pic if possible. I know you inherited it, so it might be REALLY old. And usually, on the really old ones, if it isn't REALLY off, you just let it ride because even service centers don't have the parts to fix the true vintage stuff. HTH.
Alas I’m cheap and putting off the service because I have other expensive hobbies like whiskey and records. Plus I just renewed my season tickets. I hate money!! -
True story - I had a Seiko that went thru the wash. It was a gift from Mrs Lebam3 and so I dried it out best I could. the face on the damn thing rotated 15 to 20 degrees so the 12 was somewhere near where the two should be. So being a dork I planned on getting it fixed but about 2 years later (cue Chicago " Does anyone really know what time it is") as I was walking down the street a man comes up and asks me what time it is.
I looked at my watch "and said, Does anyone really know...?" He thought I was being an asshole then I showed him my watch. We both burst out laughing. It was about that time that I decided to get it fixed... -
Now this is a cool story!LebamDawg said:True story - I had a Seiko that went thru the wash. It was a gift from Mrs Lebam3 and so I dried it out best I could. the face on the damn thing rotated 15 to 20 degrees so the 12 was somewhere near where the two should be. So being a dork I planned on getting it fixed but about 2 years later (cue Chicago " Does anyone really know what time it is") as I was walking down the street a man comes up and asks me what time it is.
I looked at my watch "and said, Does anyone really know...?" He thought I was being an asshole then I showed him my watch. We both burst out laughing. It was about that time that I decided to get it fixed... -
I got into watches, real watches, about five years ago. Before that my issued Marathon and a PX bought Wenger (both quartz) we’re good enough. Then I decided to get myself a retirement watch and, fast forward to now, I own a couple dozen watches. Nothing as fancy as Swaye because I’m poar, apparently. My nicest is a Ball Marvelight (blue) which is a Rolex Datejust homage. Otherwise I like what the micro brands are putting out and am eyeing the Damasko 343 and Sinn 556 as my next purchase. The Grand Seiko is a future, kids out of college, purchase.
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Yes, finally another full on watch nerd! I LOVE the GS Snowflake (like everyone else)! Also, Sinn's are completely bad ass. I wish they woudl do an in house movement so bad. I used to have severeal ETA's but I have traded them all out for in house movements. My collection has actually shrunk majorly as I have upgraded/traded into several higher end specimens. I am still a complete lightweight though. Go to a nerdy watch show and see people bring in 250K in cased watches. I am not even sniffing that league. I did just buy a $1200 dollar winder a year ago though. When you buy a $1200 watch winder you know you have lost your shit. FML.USMChawk said:I got into watches, real watches, about five years ago. Before that my issued Marathon and a PX bought Wenger (both quartz) we’re good enough. Then I decided to get myself a retirement watch and, fast forward to now, I own a couple dozen watches. Nothing as fancy as Swaye because I’m poar, apparently. My nicest is a Ball Marvelight (blue) which is a Rolex Datejust homage. Otherwise I like what the micro brands are putting out and am eyeing the Damasko 343 and Sinn 556 as my next purchase. The Grand Seiko is a future, kids out of college, purchase.
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Damasko has their own in-house movement and, with their patented ice hardened case, is ticking all the right boxes. Except they haven’t put the right dial, case, and movement into a watch I must have...yet. Their $600.00 bracelet is bad ass but still about $300.00 too high.
If you like micros, take a look at what Zelos Watches are doing. The owner (Elshan) is putting out some nice designs and getting more creative with each release. -
Well Swaye looks like we’ve got a few watch fetishers after all.
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It's funny, I was just reading an article a couple weeks ago about who might possibly be the next NOMOS type brand - a small maker who developed into a total watch nerd favorite. Tudor and FC were mentioned, along with a few others, and Damasko was one of them. I have heard of Damasko but never looked at their stuff. Good stuff. Remind me of Sinn, but with some in house movements. Also like the aviator watch vibe. I need to let this ruminate, but it may hit the short list.USMChawk said:Damasko has their own in-house movement and, with their patented ice hardened case, is ticking all the right boxes. Except they haven’t put the right dial, case, and movement into a watch I must have...yet. Their $600.00 bracelet is bad ass but still about $300.00 too high.
If you like micros, take a look at what Zelos Watches are doing. The owner (Elshan) is putting out some nice designs and getting more creative with each release.
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I have aYellowSnow said:Well Swaye looks like we’ve got a few watch fetishers after all.
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Well I score this one 4 to 4 a tie. Technically, 4 is a few, the other 4 are smart asses.YellowSnow said:Well Swaye looks like we’ve got a few watch fetishers after all.
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I will convert you!LebamDawg said:
Well I score this one 4 to 4 a tie. Technically, 4 is a few, the other 4 are smart asses.YellowSnow said:Well Swaye looks like we’ve got a few watch fetishers after all.
(actually some of these watches are really nice looking)
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@Swaye, I came across this listing and know you have money burning a hole in your pocket.
https://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs-grand-seiko-snowflake-sbga211-excellent-condition-4890787.html
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That is an excellent watch! Says sale is pending now, plus I blew my load all over with my latest swap. I am out of the watch game for months....well, I leave for Saudi Arabia in about 10 days so I do plan to hit both the Rolex dealer in Jeddah and the Wempe at the Frankfurt airport to see if they have anything in stock you cannot find over here (Rolex), but barring some miracle where they have a GMT or a Daytona in stock, I am done for a bit. There are a couple Rolexes I really want, but the prices must simmer down some...there is an absolute craze going on SS Rolex right now.USMChawk said:@Swaye, I came across this listing and know you have money burning a hole in your pocket.
https://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs-grand-seiko-snowflake-sbga211-excellent-condition-4890787.html -
Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece -
There’s a run at Steamboat called Rolex.
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Dude that is sweet! I am pumped for you. I have the Z Blue fwiw. Kick ass watch.Doogles said:Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece -
When I get a submariner I could see myself trading for the z-blue, just slowly building my collection up.Swaye said:
Dude that is sweet! I am pumped for you. I have the Z Blue fwiw. Kick ass watch.Doogles said:Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece
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Found a few examples for your DialDoogles said:
When I get a submariner I could see myself trading for the z-blue, just slowly building my collection up.Swaye said:
Dude that is sweet! I am pumped for you. I have the Z Blue fwiw. Kick ass watch.Doogles said:Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece
Have you ever tried throwing it on a green or orange NATO strap? I'm intrigued how that would look with the lightning bolt
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Nope I always leave mine on bracelet. That said. I did just order a brown leather strap affair for my Explorer II. If it turns out with a good look I will try to remember to post pictures.Doogles said:
When I get a submariner I could see myself trading for the z-blue, just slowly building my collection up.Swaye said:
Dude that is sweet! I am pumped for you. I have the Z Blue fwiw. Kick ass watch.Doogles said:Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece
Have you ever tried throwing it on a green or orange NATO strap? I'm intrigued how that would look with the lightning bolt -
That's a good look. The green NATO is sharp.Doogles said:
Found a few examples for your DialDoogles said:
When I get a submariner I could see myself trading for the z-blue, just slowly building my collection up.Swaye said:
Dude that is sweet! I am pumped for you. I have the Z Blue fwiw. Kick ass watch.Doogles said:Black dial 2009 Milgauss arrives tomorrow:
I decided against the blue dial because I felt the black has more versatility to dress up.
Either way I'm pumped for this piece
Have you ever tried throwing it on a green or orange NATO strap? I'm intrigued how that would look with the lightning bolt -
Also @Doogles is the Milgauss in yet?
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Great looking watch. If you ever have questions about your future collection, hit me up in PMs. I accept nudes as payment for advice.
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Bimmer + Rolex? Douche Canoe POY.Doogles said: -
That's a nice looking watch...but I'm not down with the "lightning bolt" second hand. Seems to be trying to hard.Doogles said: -
I'm going to Monterey/Carmel for the next few days and there is a renowned high end watch shop that is an AD for Nomos and Zenith among others. Excited to see what the hype is about.Swaye said:Putting this here since horology is a mildly cultured thing, and the Tug is absolute Deep Anus AIDS.
So, it had been several months since I did any watch trading or buying. Figured I was owed one and had my eye on NOMOS for a long time. Found a real bargain on one, which can be hard to do in the US (especially not gray market), so I grabbed it.
NOMOS Zurich World Timer Midnight Blue, Ref. 807. It is not a true World Timer (good luck finding an in house movement true World Timer for between 5-6K). It's a GMT with a world wheel, but man can those Germans put out a sexy bauhaus watch. While Geneva still has far more high end manufacturers, what the Germs are doing in Glashutte is remarkable. Lange, Glashutte Original and NOMOS are a really powerful watchmaking trifecta. Wish I could afford a Lange, but since I can't, NOMOS it is.
Anyway, if there are any other watch nerds in here have at it. If not, EMFA.
http://chatelco.com/ -
You love em or you hate them, but they are a super hot watch in the world of high horology. Not expensive (relative) either.Doogles said:
I'm going to Monterey/Carmel for the next few days and there is a renowned high end watch shop that is an AD for Nomos and Zenith among others. Excited to see what the hype is about.Swaye said:Putting this here since horology is a mildly cultured thing, and the Tug is absolute Deep Anus AIDS.
So, it had been several months since I did any watch trading or buying. Figured I was owed one and had my eye on NOMOS for a long time. Found a real bargain on one, which can be hard to do in the US (especially not gray market), so I grabbed it.
NOMOS Zurich World Timer Midnight Blue, Ref. 807. It is not a true World Timer (good luck finding an in house movement true World Timer for between 5-6K). It's a GMT with a world wheel, but man can those Germans put out a sexy bauhaus watch. While Geneva still has far more high end manufacturers, what the Germs are doing in Glashutte is remarkable. Lange, Glashutte Original and NOMOS are a really powerful watchmaking trifecta. Wish I could afford a Lange, but since I can't, NOMOS it is.
Anyway, if there are any other watch nerds in here have at it. If not, EMFA.
http://chatelco.com/
