Where to retire, or not..

I’d like this bring this topic as I have read a few posts from some members suggesting they are close to retirement –and I want to think I’ll be reaching that milestone in the next 4-6 years; I do like the sound of “four” much, much better than “six” 😀

Anyway, many years ago I discarded the state of Florida for many of the reasons stated in this article titled 11 Reasons You Don’t Want to Retire in Florida that just showed up in my email and would like to…

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IWC Portugieser Automatic, Ref IW500113 18 ct, Red Gold Case

For Sale – IWC Portugieser Automatic, 18 ct, Red Gold Case

One owner (me), purchased from an AD and comes as a complete set – all boxes & papers. This one deserves the title of Safe Queen. 😀

$12,500 USD or equivalent in € Euro. I’ll be willing to discuss shipping/payment options with the right buyer in CONUS or the EU.

I can be reached by PM.

Note to Dealers: I’m not pawning my watch…and I can’t hit low balls

😀

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Longines, Manual Movement – added OBRO

$300 USD OBRO, includes fees & CONUS shipping. I’m willing to ship international, PM me for shipping options/estimates.

Minty unpolished case and excellent dial condition, equipped w/manual movement that looks clean and is running accurately.

I’d describe the dial color as “pearl white“.

Integrated bracelet; buckle area shows some discoloration; fastening mechanism functions as intended.

ca. around late 70s

Case size is 32X32mm (not counting the crown), the bracelet is…

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Black Dial Omega Constellation CK 2943

Black Dial Omega Constellation, CK 2943

Note that this watch was showcased by long-term Omega collector, Mr. Desmond Guilfoyle as the Star of the Month in his blog. Mr. Guilfoyle has graciously allowed me to link his review here: “The Rare Caliber 5…

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Vintage Black Dials Only! Lets see them!

Alright folks, this is a call to all off you to show off your black dialed vintage pieces! They can be any brand, but must follow two simple rules: they must be considered vintage, and can’t be redials! So post ’em away!

I’ll start with mine….

Oh, wait…sorry, I don’t have a vintage black dialed in my current collection 🙁 Hey! but don’t let this stop from posting yours!! Let’s see them…

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