See my conclusions here, but spoiler alert – it boiled down to Damasco vs Sinn SZ-01 Chronos (717 and 156.1)
Continue readingHas anyone seen both ?
They’re both reworked Valjoux 7750s, as was my old chrono, so I’m curious if the pushers behave…
FS: MRG-G1000B-14AJR Akazonae GPS
Reducing my collection and selling my MRG Akazonae GPS. Excellent condition and always kept at full charge. There are two additional links, and it is currently fitted for a 7.25" wrist.
Continue readingFS: WISE ADAMASCUS AD771A
Purchased in December 2024. A great piece and looks exceptional. Worn a few times – The case and crystal are clean, and the black leather Cordovan strap is nearly unworn. Complete kit (warranty card, papers etc).
Continue readingIslander Calverton (Flightmaster resurrected?!)
I just ordered the blue and yellow color way. I think Marc hit a home run with this and happy he put the time in to do justice to the original.
Movement: Seiko Epson YM62A Quartz Chronograph
Case: Stainless Steel, 41.8mm x 12.9mm, 48mm lug to lug
B…
FS: NOS/NIB Seiko SBDX023 MM300 Marinemaster..Complete!!
Here is your chance to grab a new, unworn, and complete example of the discontinued SBDX023. The last of the classic monocoque MM300 models!! For your consideration is my NIB/NOS Seiko SBDX023 MM300. One of the last of Seiya’s stock before he closed …
Continue readingFS: Seiko SLA017 62MAS
Selling my Seiko SLA017 62MAS LE in excellent condition. There may be a minor swirl or mark on the case but there are no major scratches, dings or dents. Crystal and bezel are without marks. The 8L35 movement is keeping exceptional time at +1 sec/day.
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Warranty question – buy new from grey market or used watch that was purchased at AD?
Hello all, I’m looking at a Mark XX right now and trying to decide the best approach for my purchase. What are your thoughts on the following:
Buy new from a grey market dealer
or…
Buy used from an individual who has proof of purchase and warranty c…
Continue readingThe specially adjusted 9F models
@BrianBinFL and I have assembled the following list of the 9F watches, which halve the usual 10 seconds a year tolerance to just 5 seconds a year through special adjustment at the factory. Most feature a ‘gold star’ on the dial, but not all.
Continue readingFrom newest to oldest they are:
1. SBGP017 in 2022, the ‘Shinshu Sea of Clouds’ for the 55th anniversary of the 44GS case; with 9F85 and display back
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Edox Neptunian Like New Box and Papers Orange Dial
Condition: Like New
Movement: Swiss Calibre 80 automatic movement
Crystal: sapphire crystal, with anti-reflection treatment
Case: Stainless Steel case
Dimensions: 44 mm diameter, lugs 21mm, height 15.6mm
Caseback: screw-in, steel
Crown: screw down crown
Dial: Orange
Strap/bracelet: silicone
WR: 100 ATMS
Continue readingMovement: Swiss Calibre 80 automatic movement
Crystal: sapphire crystal, with anti-reflection treatment
Case: Stainless Steel case
Dimensions: 44 mm diameter, lugs 21mm, height 15.6mm
Caseback: screw-in, steel
Crown: screw down crown
Dial: Orange
Strap/bracelet: silicone
WR: 100 ATMS
Purchased because I was looking for the right orange dial diver. Have an old Seiko, didn’t quite scratch the itch. Purchased this, and even though I love the dial I just can’t get into…
Edox Neptunian Blue Like New Full Kit
Condition: Like New
Movement: Swiss Calibre 80 automatic movement
Crystal: sapphire crystal, with anti-reflection treatment
Case: Stainless Steel case
Dimensions: 44 mm diameter, lugs 21mm, height 15.6mm
Caseback: screw-in, steel
Crown: screw down crow…
