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Hi, Ken!
Of all the watches created in recent memory as reissues or re-imaginings of their original pieces, the Legend Diver is my favorite. A great, modern take on the original vintage -- reliable and affordable!
It's a fantastic watch!
Hope you are well!
Daos
Friday WristScan- The watch I want to be known by
My "trademark" watch. The Jaquet Droz Equation of Time. For many reasons, this is a very special watch. It was my first major purchase to celebrate the news that I was going to be a new dad. Also the gentleman from whom I purchased the EOT, introduced me ...
Surprising opening :)
I must admit :) I was quite sure that the other one from J*D placed peacefully on babies chest is the one Sincerely Damjan
Sacrifices...
The Paillonnee I purchased right before his birth...but the EOT started it all. Then when I had mad daughter, I reserved the Paillonnee for her. But then circumstances changed, I had to sell the Paillonnee :-( Thank you...especially for your postings whil...
Sad to hear that you had to let go
of that piece My daughter is mad as well :) In hope that we'll have J*D forum under your steady hand again I remain sincerely yours D
You just have to have faith that there are better things behind door #2
In my case I had to pay for medical bills...not for one but two (my "surprise" twins) Well worth the trade imho. As for J*D, I wish the best for the brand. Still very interesting stuff, but not the way I wished they would have gone. Best, Mike ...
One hair
of a kid is worth more than any timepiece ever out there Yes J*D lost some of flavor unfortunately and I think regarding departure of Mr. Emch anyhow you have great kids and they bring happiness / joy no timepiece can Yours D
Absolutely...
He had an artist's drive and focus. A lot of it was lost after he departed. I have no doubt that he was tired and mentally drained after running the brand. Glad to see him at the helm of RJ, where he has brought new life...to the point where now the desig...
Great choice, Mike...!
Yes, time passes quickly... You blink and it is nine years later! :) HAGWE Blomman
Thanks Blomman,
I was cleaning out the attic and found photos of myself in College... In hindsight I cannot believe that was 25 years ago. If only some of our watches could talk...I bet they would tell some interesting stories. Best, Mike
Here in the forum I am probably known by one of these...
Either 65.... Or 68 (67 ;))... But maybe I would prefer to to be known by one of these.... :) What do you think would be the best fit for me...? HAGWE Blomman ...
These are definitely you Blomman or should I say....
BlomoVlad?;) The Geophysic in white metal is better, the minutes hand on the yellow gold looks strange... on the picture! The Polaris 65 is gorgeous too. Perhaps in the future you be known for your GPs;) Cheers Francois from Down Under
Yes, the minute hand...
On the RG has been replaced. Need to find a good one. Thank you, my friend! Yes, who knows a couple of years from now people may know me by by some GP's...! ;) Best BlomoVlad
DSA... Yes, that crossed...
My mind...! But the choice between these pairs are already hard... Let's not make it more complicated, my friend! ;) Best Blomman
Nice match between your green sweater & the greenish indices on the Polaris, nice choice !
.. the Polaris 68 is always a great choice ! Wishing you all the Best and have a real great WE !! hs
The Geophysics, one of each wrist
Traditional, classic, vintage yet representing the best of its time. Times 2. I am sure you have the same personal qualitites :-) Best, Mike
Happy 4000 posts, Mike! :)
I just realized you have passed the 4K mark. Congrats, thank you for your great contribution here! Best Blomman
I see...pitiful :-) Nine years and 4 thousand posts
Need to be more productive :-) Best, Mike
I would be delighted to be remembered by any of these ...
... beautiful timepieces dear Blomman. Though if I would be able to chose a favorite, that steel Geophisics would be my choice! Have a great week end my friend! Very cordially, Abel.
Funny, but when it comes to the Geophysic...
I have always favoured the RG. Long before I found one myself! Thank you, dear Abel! Have a great weekend, my friend Best Blomman
Yes, Blomman!
It definitely must be a Memovox, and I think the pair of Polaris, 65 and 67. are the ones that I first associate with you. You know yourself well. ;-) Best, respo
Memovox...
Yes, I think that is unavoidable here in this forum...! ;) Thank you, my friend! Best Blomman
Either of the 2 pairs .. Are simply perfect.. Polaris x2 & Geophysic x2..
.. How much better can it get ? - I tend to think, this is it, pretty much so ! The summit of the Divers/ Memovoxes on one hand & - Geophysic, the magic, the elusive - in two variants, on the other : SS & YG - In tiny, little envy, but veeery happy for yo...
It is the RG version....
Thank you, dear HS! :) Last year I was lucky to Geophysic pair! I don't know if you have noticed, but some of JLC's watches from end 50's are not that "rose" inn the colour. But if you look at this photo, compare the index on the YG dial in the middle whi...
Thx a lot.. The comparison pic makes that quite clear.. BTW..
.. I guess, the RG version is more desirable, anyway !.. - To double up the Geophysic - WoW !! .. That's perfect ! Therefore, even more sincere Congratulations - What a pair !! Again, my Best for this WE !! :) :) hs
Super nice post, Mike. My schyzophrenic nature put me in trouble.
Which one to choose, here... I really don't know. But, this week end, I will wear... This one! HAGWE. Nicolas ...
Stunning!
I love this JLC repeater, super sexy. I recently tried on and orange and black one... :) Cheers Andrew
Hahaha...
As if I would even ask ;) No it was a limited number of pieces of 6 or 8 I think... Will try and find the picture I took and put it on the forum. Cheers Andrew
Glad this was your choice,
Nico, This is the first of your pieces I remember from way back, that screamed Amanico... I can well imagine this to be a tough choice for you! Superb piece my friend. Cheers, Tim
This one is definetly one of the watches you are known by!
Who can forget the Audi front shot...?! ;) HAGWE, my friend Blomman
Superb picture, all the essence of this piece.....
transpires through the photography. Bravo sir. Cheers Francois from Down Under
You...schizophrenic???
Who cares with watches like this! HAGWE my friend, Best, -- Richard.
Yes that's it!!
One that was expected and for many reasons absolutely appropriate Best D
I was waiting to see what you would choose to highlight
since this question is liking asking you to choose which one of children do you like best :-) But I think that JLC minute repeater was on my short list of what I thought you would pick...or the Freak :-) Thanks for participating even though it was tough, ...
Can't believe it... I was hestitating between the Freak, the Sonata and this Master Minute
Repeater! You know me well! ;) Best, Nicolas
Great choice my dear Nicolas, but for some reason...
... I was expecting to view some pretty GMT among your choices!! Lol! Well... no matter which brand or model of watch you chose, I am very sure you´ll always will be very nicely remembered by your family and friends! Have a great week end my dear friend! ...
I knew you would be a tough one on this topic
There are several JLC, UNs (Freak or Sonata) that I associate so strongly with you, Vlad, but I think you picked THE ONE. The MMR is so Vlad ever since the Lord of the Rings photo. Great choice for this topic and for your wrist today. Best always, respo
One of my all-time favourites from you.. In all your collection.. :))
.. MMR -Ti , Many unique aspects for me, also a concept piece, which makes you think makes you reflect, I trust ; One of those, I pls love to see again, touch again, when we meet next time.. )Thus, pls amend the "For hs to see" - List ) Thank you for this...
No trouble at all, Nicolas. You chose well, Counselor! That is one of my favorites,
from your collection, and among all! Best, CaliforniaJed
I ca narrow it to two, sorry
First the VC The complication, the colors, the elegance, the dial, the unique case The second for the romance and the German engineering, since I am an engineer and a romantic at heart Great theme Best, Joe ...
Impressive Joe, very nice duo indeed, that's about....
all you need really! Cheers Francois from down Under
I can see why it would be difficult. That VC is TRADEMARK
at least that is the one I will associate with you if I ever see it on another wrist! Warmest, Mike
I can see either or both of these, Joe
But, given all of our long conversations and the many times I have seen you and what is most often on your wrist when I do, the EP Malte Perpetual Chrono is the "Joe" watch for sure. But I also know how that Lange resonates with your personality and passi...
Guess it has to be...
Orange!!!! But which one... The one I wear most of the time I guess and hold many good memories... Cheers Andrew ...
Your orange obsession looks good, Andrew!
We all know that we will remember by the watches with touch of "orange" and good choice! Ken
Is this the new Hublot beetle? Have to take my hat off...
to Hublot, now they go for organic watches, environment friendly;) Cheers Francois from Down Under
Boken record
but you have winnings shots again :) That first is stunning What's in the background? ladybug is winner for sure Marvelous Cheers D
As always...
Thank you Damjan for your positive comments! Just trying my hardest :) The first one is with grips from my golf clubs... yes you guessed it they are orange too... Cheers! Andrew
I will never look at a lady bug the same way again
Of all the wonderful pieces you have in your collection, that was a surprise for me! Thanks Andrew, Mike
Keepers and The Company You Keep
Nice topic, Mike! I bought myself a watch when I learned my first child would be born, too! :-) But I am not certain there's a watch I want to be known by. How about this: I would want to be known by the community of which I am a part! In that spirit, may...
Good pick..
... great vintage are forever.... not to compete with the modern ones. Totally different world... Nice ones. Ken
Hi, Ken!
Of all the watches created in recent memory as reissues or re-imaginings of their original pieces, the Legend Diver is my favorite. A great, modern take on the original vintage -- reliable and affordable! It's a fantastic watch! Hope you are well! Daos
Hey, too!
Great to meet you here. Yeah, I got on the verge of pressing "enter" more than a few times about this re-issue - you know what I mean..... It looks that good - again, timeless design and great functionality.... So nice to talk to you, my friend! Ken
I miss you!
Find a reason to visit us again in LA! :-) Always good to "see" you, if only just virtually. Cheers, Daos
Double winning shot of this Community Watch.
In my book, the best modern Longines, by far. Best, Nicolas
I agree that it is the best Longines...
...since the original divers upon which the watch is modeled. I think the golden years of Longines, as far as my tastes run, were mid-'40s through the '60s. Cheers, Daos
i fully agree with you...
i fully agree with you Daos. although i dont own and have no need for the LLD. the non date model is a superb re edition. as you saw i posted a couple of re editions, both of which i really like...except for the dates. i think the 24 hour works best as th...
Except for the date windows...
...I like several of the models from Longines' Heritage collection. :-) Daos
The movements are gorgeous...
...and I do like those watches, but I am not necessarily a chrono connoisseur like many of you. The WWII-era military timepieces from Longines, then classic dress watches from the '50s and '60s, and of course the compressor-cased divers are really the wat...
One of my fav military Longines is the " Big 11 ". A great and big watch ( 44 mm ).
On the top 5 of my list.... Best, Sister. Nicolas
That is a cool watch.
Very large, and an impressive piece. I've only seen it in pictures. There are many cool watches from so many manufactures during that time period! Cheers, Daos
That is such a wonderful interpretation...
Exactly the spirit I was looking. SO jealous that you have Daos at work :-) you guys must have so much fun in between the long hours. And so jealous that you all have sun out...another snowy, grey day out in Maine. Which ever nato strap I wear outside tur...
We ALWAYS have fun! Well, almost always!
And it is almost always sunny, too! Best, CaliforniaJed
We are very lucky!
I don't think many other members (none that I can think of, at least), work in the same office with a fellow Purist. We can talk watches, and swap timepieces to check out the other's watch on-the-wrist, etc. It's nice to work alongside a kindred spirit! :...
sounds awesoe...I bet you are right, there are not very many PuristS who work together
if there were a lot of ":couples" I wonder if any work will ever get done! Missing everyone is SOCAL Mike
This watch started it all
My 1st VINTAGE, 1st ROLEX and 1st AUCTION. This watch introduced me to the world of eternal horological beauty that is VINTAGE. The PADELLONE totally transformed my collection. Which leads to my latest and most SEXIEST addition..............my NEW MISTRES...
You should alert us before posting such watches, my friend. ;)
That can generate some serious damages to them! Best, Nicolas
Bravo Iceman, the first picture of the triple calendar.....
with moon is stunning, I love that watch. The Daytona is not bad either. Cheers Francois from Down Under
I think that one's first great love will always remain
in one's heart. Likewise,the EOT was the first watch I fell in love with and chose to represent myself and my son in the future. Mistresses will come and go, but that Rolex Calendar is amazing and no wonder you chose it to be your "trademark" Best, Mike
I tell you a secret blomman
My commitment to this padellone goes beyond the norm......... To prove my point.......... For those who dont understand what this car plat is about. ..... Rolex PADELLONE is REF 8171 Best Iceman ...
That's very cool. I'd start a thread on HoMe ...
... with your number plate theme, but you may be alone! Very cool idea. We have had a few Rolex tattoos over the years, but this one is special too. Andrew
That's quite a place to start ...
... and I'm not sure where you go from there. But a stylish pair and always great to see. Thanks! Andrew
Thks andrew. I dont know where to go from here too.
Good for my wallet actually LOL Best Iceman
Both are splendid in their own way .. Padellone - awesome beauty, timeless as well..
.. the Daytona with her compelling machismo looks fantastic: - Top of the crop & luxurious sportyness.. If I needed to choose one, I would probably go for the Vintage - Romantic choice, maybe.. - Great that you have both in your realm... Best, hs
thks HR. I hope to not have to choose one over the other
Am just thankful they are with me Best Iceman
I would be happy to be invaded by such tanks Geo;)
Charm, elegance and class. Cheers Francois from Down Under
Indeed
When thinking Geo that's the piece that first comes to my mind Great shot You really nailed it ;) Best D
Now that is predictable :-)
Seriously, that was an excellent read of my mind. When I see a Cartier Tank wristshot, I think GEO! Cheers, Mike
Many thanx to Geo for helping me with this one...
I bought this Cartier Mecanique to wear with my Father's "Buttons & Tac". These were made to match the watch that my Mom gifted Dad for Christmas 1955. My Uncle Art, a local jeweler and Omega AD, had the WG Lucien Piccard custom made with diamonds and...
That IS you Geo, although there is more than one Cartier ...
... I associate you with. Only fitting, I guess. Nice ensemble as usual. Regards Andrew
I'm not quite sure..
which is my 'trademark' watch but perhaps my association with this one brings out the most reaction from certain individuals. :) Best F ...
That's a beauty indeed. However the watch which I...
associate with Fernando is the Roger Dubuis Hommage Chronographe. Everytime I see a picture of one, no matter the metal, Fernando always comes to mind;) Cheers Francois from Down Under
+2, I would have thought that too but these are
the surprises that I was expecting. Its not always "the watch" its the memories of what is associated with the watch... Best, Mike
That surprising. My hypothesis is that I would see watches which were personal avatars
in your case "a flieger" of some sort. Wonderful surprise and a great watch Best, Mike
very nice!
I think the most obvious for me could be a vintage diver: Eberhard Scafograf 200, 1961 But my latest arrival could fit the bill as well in the future: Eberhard Contodat, first chronograph ever with a date 1957, with just a touch of red! Look at these long...
Simply gorgeous
That Eberhard Scafograf 200 is sublime ! Great pictures too. Have to start my hunt now ! Dean
That Scafograf is what I know you for.
That Pocket wrist shot is so nice...how do you do that? Best, Mike
Hehe, Matt.. These Eberhards are something.. Strong presence & personality.. The Chrono ..
.. Looks great, but the Scafograf - 1961 ( Wow !) not less.. The lugs you show belong to a bully piece, although not that dramatic en face ! In any way, thx for this interesting share, never seen an Eberhard Diver.. Best, hs
Tricky question Mike!...
You have asked us to say "what watch you want to be known by". Well, it would be great to be known as the guy who finally managed to get his hands on one of these: (Dufour GS photos by Chronomania) Not much chance of that happening though! So, if you we...
In my mind
and I know it is not the best place to be :) association with pplater is this one romantic - ornate - delicate - sharp ;) HAGWE D ...
(**pplater blushes**)...
In your mind??? Now, that's a destination for the brave! ;-) Cheers, pplater.
Ha! Ha! That was the one was I going to pick :-)
Beautiful to look at and missing it with all my heart The watch I mean! Cheers, Mike
If memory serves, Mike...
...you did receive a "what are you thinking?!?" PM from a sympathetic soul when you put yours on the block. Hopefully you retained access rights. ;-) Cheers, pplater.
Yes, your warning should have been better minded
but the need was great and the sacrifice, painful at the time, was well worth it in the end for a happy outcome. (see photo above in response to Damjan) Warmest, Mike
Fair enough!...
That's a trade any collector would make. Good coherent collection you have there Mike - four high quality pieces with strong brand DNA. Have you closed that theme now??? :-) Cheers, pplater.
Just like watches, my wife gives me that look whenever
I say I need a new one :-) Never say never, Mike
I really like the BE-BA, very elegant indeed......
the Philippe Dufour Grande Sonnerie is to die for, of course! However if you asked "what watch I wish to be known by" I would have to say...none! Although it is, I agree, a very subjective question, none would be the sum of all the ones I love, some I wil...
Dear 'Francois-from-well'...
Ever the philosopher! (But - wait for it! - you are right). :-) Cheers, pplater.
Dear Pplater, for one thing I was wrong, for sure....
very wrong indeed for not having congratulated you on this marvellously beautiful, Christian Klings, what a jewel! There is only one think I don't like so much about.....and that's the fact that it is not on MY wrist! :) Bravo Sir! Cheers Francois .....
ROFL!!!!!
You are killing me Art :) :) :) Lemmy would sure appreciate this one ;) :) Among many touche lines from you this one tops them all :) :) D
He is Kilmister
and he post on JD forum ;) It's internal joke with Art that I'll leave to his discretion to reveal ;) Cheers D P.S. Or we can discuss it live & loud :) ...
You're mistaken, Damjan - there's nothing more . . .
. . . to be read into my reply to pplater other than my perception of his trademark, along with the words 'pplater' and 'McGonigle' having a mellifluous ring when combined. That's all that was meant. No reference to Lemmy whatsover. Certainly nothing witt...
I think I now understand the inference, Damjan, and you couldn't be . . .
. . . any more wrong. There's no connection whatsoever between my reply to pplater and Lemmy. Art
I deeply apologize to you and pplater
No harm done I hope Word such in italics made my twisted mind glitch Sincerely D
Guys...
No harm, no foul. Please don't sweat it. No-one could ever attribute a mean intention to either of you. Pax. Cheers, pplater.
It appears Damjan has made an association between . . .
. . . my reply to you and an unrelated lyric or statement attributed to Lemmy Kilmeister. Lemmy is not a member of this forum; he's a famous heavy metal musician. More via pm.
I'm mystified, Damjan. The phrase in quotation marks is . . .
. . . a reply to pplater's query; his McGonigle is the watch I would associate him with. There's no reference to Lemmy at all.
The BE-BA for sure! And if ...
You don't want to be known by that one, you know where to send it! ;) Best Blomman
Trademark watch
Mike I must say it is good to see Jaquet Droz represented here, and as your "Trademark" watch also lends further credibility. For me, it is plainly obvious. The watches bought to celebrate losing a boardroom battle in which I also lost my job. For your gu...
Ah Dean, I would have lost my job too......
I think that "best practice" also means "best revenue" in the long run but not at "any cost" any cost is always very expensive and in the end it eats up all the revenue, a kind of stupid short term view. Unfortunately there are many imbeciles at the helms...
Hear hear !
I hear you Francois from DU. Unfortunately very often large Global firms are blinded by the sheer numbers in China, so many are willing to do what it takes to get a foothold even if this compromises integrity. But as one of my mentors used to say, reputat...
In the midst of that battle myself at work
Its not a job worth keeping if that was the attitude in the room imho. Integrity first...everything else will fall in place. And that Zenith represents it.. Thanks for sharing, Mike
"Integrity first...everything else will fall in place." ....
How correct you are Mike. I find it amazing that in this day and age, with all the technology at our disposal and knowledge we have acquired, there are still "people" not knowing that life, as it is, does not last forever! Bizarre! Cheers Francois from Do...
The detail
There are many 50s gold chronographs, many of them are not so appealing the bezel of this pink gold late 50s UG was The detail to my eyes I could not avoid to nickname it my "UG Thunderbird" best, Laurent ...
Devil's in the details
but the ones I remember you by are Heuers :) Skipper and Montreal as best examples Sincerely D
That UG is so classy, great find
and trademark worthy :-) Thanks for sharing Laurent, Mike
It has just the right balance of ...
... everything! Dial, printing, hands, bezel. Elegant but functional. A beautiful vintage chronograph. I love it to. But why is it a Uni-compax rather than a Bi-compax? Educate me please. Regards Andrew
A complete and coherent chronographs range
The older UG bi-compax chronographs used to be named "Compur". When in 1936, UG launched the first ever chronograph with a hour register, they named it Compax. In order to build a particularly complete and coherent chronographs range (unique at the time ?...
This one was a long journey ...
... even if it is a predictable offering from me. The F.P.Journe Tourbillon Souveraign is at once entertaining, elegant, complicated and understated. I hope some of you see the same qualities that I do. Andrew ...
Yes, that's the ticket..
come on, how can you expect anyone not to associate that watch with you ? since being predictable has a somewhat negative connotation in people's minds...how about reliable, dependable :-) Best, Mike
Perfect!
Exactly the one I associate with you, Andrew. When I see this watch I think of you first and foremost. Best, respo
Great choice, Andrew! :)
Yes, when i see this watch - I think of you, my frend! :) Best Blomman
Nothing less was expected
dear Andrew You and that watch are irreversibly connected in my fond memories Best D
Many PuristS comment here on ...
... their memories of significant people in their lives, particularly fathers, and the watches they wore. I certainly associate my father with a Seiko. As a collector I worry that my kids will not associate me with any one particular watch. And when they ...
I have feeling
that you'll be remembered among your descendants after that watch. That piece have all the substance for heirloom No1 remembrance position Sincerely D
It had to be that one, Andrew.
Yours was the first one I had gotten to handle, and it took my breath away. The joy in your heart makes it way so clearly when you write about it. I am glad you enjoy it so. Great choice. Best, CaliforniaJed
I think I have another grail ...
... but it hasn't haunted me yet as the Journe DS did, although the infatuation has been slowly evolving for years. And it's from a brand I thought I would never own, on principal. But I got over that little hurdle with Rolex, so I guess I can cope with a...
Well that's quite a tease, Andrew! I think a PM (or better yet and email)
should come from you right away that reveals all! (But if I had to guess, based on your clues, I'd guess Patek!) Best, Jed
Depending
on memories If good then yes and looking at picture it looks like these are the best memories that can be Sincerely Damjan
Beautiful photo Ken...and I am sure beautiful memories
Memories do live forever, we just can't allow ourselves to forget. Your photo captures that. Best, Mike
Thank you, Mike...
.. life is tough, huh? But life is always good :-) Thanks! Have a great weekend. Ken
And ....
You went for the one in the middle. The fastest way to the heart is through the stomach.... HAGWE Bill
Not more, not less ...
The UN Planetarium is the watch that for me pushed open the doors to a totally new cosmos of thought, technical genius and history. It combines what I think about our place in the world, and the panta rhei, the ever-changing stream of times. If I were for...
You are the only one, Marcus
...with whom I associate this watch. There are other watches that have come up in this thread with which I may associate one, two or three collectors, but this is a brand and a specific watch that bring you to mind always. Best, respo
Thank you kindly, I am glad that I have been successful ...
... in connecting my person with this timepiece, at least here. Regards, Marcus
Yes, my professor....
This is indeed the watch I know for you. Your posts on this watch are legendary, I learned so much from them... and quite honestly I am grateful to work alongside you virtually. Warmest, Mike
This is a compelling piece.. Captivating complexity of a time-piece.. And simply said..
.. in addition to all that, absolutely splendid pictures ! This is a rare specimen, that humble me gets to see .. Thank you , therefore for the share here, Best, and HAGWE ! hs
As I said before, this is a most interesting theme that...
will bring many interesting watches and most interesting histories behind them this week end. I had little to think about the watch I would like to be remembered with. I have no doubt this one WILL be the one all my family and close friends will remember ...
Beautiful Opening Mike! Childs growing show the pass of time...
... for us as parents, much better than the best of watches! I´m sure both you and your cute kid will surely treasure many memories around these two watches you show here! Have a great week end! Very cordially, Abel.
Thanks Abel, my son has to be convinced still
he wants my car more than my watch...how little does he know :-) (I'm not a "car guy" ) Best, Mike
i sadly no longer own the watch that i would like to be remembered by
it is the watch that first introduced me to the purists and the one that best sums up my unusual tastes. the watch in question is of course the UN Freak, #99. in its element, with friends and food overseas. i'm sure you can all name the friends, except pe...
This was not a surprise, Graham
I would have selected this one for you, as well. Best, respo
The freak is the watch I know you for...
You made me think that perhaps current ownership is not a necessary a criteria for this theme. You owned it, obviously have fond memories with it and thus it remains a part of you, and perhaps one day it will return to your wrist. Warmest, Mike
to be honest Mike, if...
to be honest Mike, if i couldnt have my #99 in RG then i dont think i would like another one. best G
This is a great theme
I am having all kinds of fun reviewing everyone's selections. The watch I want to be know by is the Vacheron Constantin American 1921: There are so many reasons I feel particularly connected to this watch. It makes me feel like this: A couple of years ago...
Still I see EWC....
When I think of you, my friend.... But, on the other hand I think of you when I see the 1921 as well ! ;) Best Blomman
To tell you the truth
I would have nothing against being remember by Americano...who knows maybe one day if stars align ;) until then show yours as much as possible Best D
That is an interesting change...
almost 180 degrees. Yes, I've always associated you with the EWC but we all change and I will make the change with you! All hail the American! Thanks for sharing, Mike
That's classic cool from you
You've evolved a little, Respo, but the American 1921 is an appropriate choice. I have loved that watch since it was introduced. Nicely done. Andrew
Interesting theme as a watch can say many thing about its daddy
However, I think I don't have this kind of watch Mike, even if the DB25, as an Indy, can try to come close to this definition. Your choice of a JD is a splendid choice as they are watches we don't see that often with a very unique character. As I can't st...
Hm, Mark - where is the piano? ;)
I always assosiate a beautiful piano shot to your name! ;) Best Blomman
You might think it would be a certain . . .
. . . Karree perpetual, Mike . . . . . . or possibly its younger cousin, the manual winding PanoDate. Objectively, you'd be right - these are my watches of choice. They are me. There is, though, one that chose me. Odd, yes, but utterly true. I first saw B...
Hi Art. Really a great post today, the music really
took me back and the ocean picture did the same. I am a UCSB alum and those beach memories never leave me, even though I was a little bit north of you. This is a great forum. Tim
Bron-yr-aur . . .
. . . as explained by Robert Plant: "This is a thing called 'Bron-Yr-Aur'. This is a name of the little cottage in the mountains of Snowdonia in Wales, and 'Bron-Yr-Aur' is the Welsh equivalent of the phrase 'Golden Breast'. This is so because of its posi...
Little or no question about this one...
However I didn't realize you were just a kid ;-) Miki
I would have hesitated between the Karrée Perpetual and the Omega, indeed.
That is so you! Best, Amigo. Nicolas
The Karrée is kinda like . . .
. . . a wife, and Black Connie a mistress, if that makes any sense, Nicolas. (And that's from a guy who's never had either!)
I am not surprised...
I would have been more surprised if there was no beautiful sunset in one of your photos! :) Best Blomman
I WAS expecting the Karee perpetual
but this choice is so interesting. I knew you've favored it, having seen it in previous photos but never in my mind did I think you would have chosen it. Thank you so much for sharing and for the reasons behind it (or else I would have been scratching my ...
Like all your shots.. And as you said: Karré= Art.. BUT : the black Connie is breathtaking
.. That last shot in the sequence is simply said, perfect.. Guess, if all days end like this one, we are lucky & happy likewise.. All the best for a splendid weekend, Best, hs
Nice sharing Mike
I wished I discovered Purists 9 years ago and could have joined this lovely gang earlier! 9 years ago I was just 26 and just got married with no money to collect watches then! :) Time really files. Now I know which watch to remember you by :) Cheers Robin...
26 is too young to join the gang...
.. kidding! I was over 40 when I joined the gang - had normal life (meaning, no luxury, can't afford, etc...) until then, hahaha. Anyway, glad you joined after all. Timing is not so important! Ken
We all joined the gang at different times
What matters is we have joined the gang afterall! :) Hope to meet you one day Ken in Japan. I love visiting Japan alot. :) Mike's post reminds me that time flies. I should visit Japan again soon before another 9 years fly by. Cheers Robin
The one watch I would like to be known and remembered by...
Will be (no surprises to many here) my Montblanc Villeret grand feu email chronograph. It started my love affair for the beautiful Minerva movements at Montblanc Villeret and also made me more curious and interested in the other lines of Montblanc watches...
41mm Blomman
Not that big.... my wrist is too small! But looking at it from the normal wrist angle it actually fits well. The traditional Villeret case with the hunter case back has a nice curve at the case back and the leather strap also covers the gap between lugs. ...
41mm ...
Thank you, Robin. Well from that angle I thought it was much bigger! Best Blomman
But you are
dear Robin you are known for it ;) D P.S. First time I see this angle of that watch thank you for making me suffer more :)
Opps... Side view of thick sapphire glass like old plexi glass days
Sorry the poison got to you. The curves of the side view and the THICK sapphire glass (like the old plexi glass days) are to die for! Traditional plexi glass look but with sapphire glass! Pure luxury Cheers Robin
My jedi master can read me so well..
The force is still very strong with you Nico! :) Cheers Robin
I love the way that photo shows off the crystal
No worries, in our community, I think in a very short time everyone already knows you by this Villeret! HAGWE, Mike
I also like the crystal's look at this angle Mike
I like your theme alot. Each member can now be associated with a watch dear to their hearts. Cheers Robin
Superb wristshot of your Tudor!
Goes so well with your shirt and suit. Love it! Cheers Robin
great theme
Love that EOT. I guess I would like to be associated with my Resonance, the I love how the theme of the two sides in harmony is mechanically expressed HAGWE Andreas ...
Gosh, I totally understand....
.. agree on the "harmony' part. Nice choice for the theme indeed. Great one! Ken
Well.. Let me put it this way.. There is not only one TM tic-tac..
.. but in fact there are 2 or 3 ( depending how you wanna count it..) 1/ this is a watch, no a pair of watches, which I associate with friendship and community, with great days.. and lovely company . - But also as watch(es) , this pair of goddesses are on...
Well, if you ever get tired of the Type XX, I would be honored...
To be associated to it! :) :) :) All the best, my friend. Nicolas
Oh, Yes - of course !.. How could I ever forget these hilarious days.. :)))
.. unbelievable, but true, also: Five days - five watches.. and ".. Never leave with empty hands" ! .. for sure, not !... Thank you, my dear friend, Thank you very much ! Have a great WE too, hs
Hi Hans!
The Breguet!!!...pfff fantastic piece...or your earlier version as well!... Matt
Thx for so kind looking, Matt .. Actually both pics ..
.. cover the same watch , just equipped with 2 straps ( the light Nato, when I got it, - for the second brown one got a perfectly matching one .. Best & HAGWE ! hs
I got that!...
I just meant that other Type XX that you own if I am not wrong, the one with the olive crown and anonymous dial! Matt
Oh well, that is another story.. That one belonged to a friend, and..
.. in exactly the configuration you described and remember.. Unfortunately I did not fetch the opportuniity to pull the trigger , as well although the friend had made me a friendly offer. So for the moment, this is listed under ( painfully) "missed close ...
Yes, the DSA is your...
Trade mark, my friend! :) And the Type XX is to die for! Best Blomman
Thank you, dear Blomman - likewise it's the Polarises & the Geophysics, which..
.. are your TM, not counting all the MMV's from you.. - That pair of Geophysics is not only stunning, but exceptional.. Thanks a lot and All the Best, again, hs
Rolex submariner gilt 5512 4 line chapter ring tulip crown
No I would want to be so specific but any Rolex submariner with the ocean in the background will be good for me. Bill ...
Now, that is definitely you... :-)
... I have noticed by now.. :-)))) Good choice! I have to learn about Rolex one day... Ken
Yup "any vintage Rolex sub with the ocean in the background"
is you! When ever I see "that photo", I'm not wondering whose hairy wrist it is, I'm wondering which body of water is Bill sailing in now? :-) Thanks for sharing, Mike
We do have an ocean in the back yard....
I don't any better way to feature a Rolex but by the sea. HAGWE. Bill
I have to agree
Sea sun and Rolex mix very well. HAGWE Bill PS did you see the new GMT posted on Rolex. Nothing major but cool from the service angle.
The Man, Rolex and the Sea...
Yes, the is you, Bill ! :) A winning combo I may add. Best Blomman
I would love to be known by this one.......
Interestingly, one I do not wear all that often. ...
Gulp! I think...
.. I understand why you don't wear it so often...... Wow! Thanks for sharing! Ken
Hmmm, yes; maybe; no!...
Vintage? Tick. Rolex? Tick. Rectangular? Tick. Even so; whenever the tag 'watch-guy' appears, the watch which instantly comes to mind is this one, sorry: What a thing of beauty - the whole box and dice! Cheers, pplater. (photo credit - some Melbournian h...
Thanks PP. But the box is a prop
Recognise it Vintage - tick patek - tick Rectangular - tick nothing wrong with being assocoaited with Marilyn M ...
Spoiled for choice!...
Come to think of it, there is also a certain rectangular piece in RG on bracelet, is there not? You have 'most excellent' taste (as Bill and Ted might say!). Cheers, pplater.
Surprise
at least for me I was expecting one marvelous Patek of yours to be to weapon of choice Julian Sincerely D
Not sure whether this is the one I "want to be known by..."
...although it wouldn't be a bad choice at all in that regard, but I suppose the watch that I am most directly associated with on this forum is this one: HAGWE, all! Best, Gary G ...
Probably one
of these two... my very first acquisition all that long time ago and still seeing wrist time, or this ,with it's simplicity and blue hands---just so elegant! Best HAGWE henry ...
I hope not to be primarily known for my watch, but ...
for my wisdom, generosity, loyalty, friendliness, virtue, valor, unselfishness, smartness ... :-) But if I have a watch type being archetypical for me it would be this: vintage Omega Seamaster with date For everyday the stainless steel version: For specia...
It may sound
strange, stupid and even pretentious bu this is the one PPro changed my life for better of course. Once I'll be long gone I hope that this watch will be my golden ticket to "Willy Wonka chocolate factory" something that will intrigue my descendants to sta...
Now that is a vote for our community
Thank you D I was wondering if someone would choose the ABR as the one they wanted to be remembered by. I cannot think of a better person to represent the community! I just looked back the the entire thread, there are no duplicate choices...is that by cho...
We make our
choices to have chances ;) Interesting very interesting one more proof of eclectic diversity of this community Sincerely yours Damjan
Damjan - nice words to reflect.. PPro- ABR is a pragmatic piece.. But with a twist ! :) ..
.. wishing you a great remaining Sunday & - A good start into the new week Best, hs PS: Funny coincidence that in fact i've recently ordered one of the last remaining ones; - So one more brother-in-arms there.. Why ? - 1/ Well, found it cool, and 2/ looke...
Dear Heinz
thank you for your ever nice words and kind thoughts I'm flattered that I was such a good model for ABR Next week I have surprise ;) Sincerely yours Damjan
i'm a seadweller guy...
...but, at the moment, this is my mood. enjoy the sunday! chris ...
