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astcell · 28 November 2007, 05:00 AM

http://www.chadthewatchguy.com/

Limited edition is not typically associated with Victorinox (Swiss Army), but this could be the best beater watch you ever owned. $1395.00 and only 900 pieces!! Can’t beat this beater. Here is the run down.

* Swiss-made self-winding mechanical movement (Mecaline 2896 11 1/2″), 42-hour power reserve
* 43mm case with see-through scres-in sapphire crystal exhibition caseback
* Water resistant to 500 meter (50 ATM)
* Scratch-resistant, anti-reflection sapphire crystal
* Luminous hands and hour markers
* Screw-down crown
* Big date calendar
* Military time
* Helium valve
* Unidrectional rotating bezel with electrolumniscent material
* Anthracite dial
* Titanium case and bracelet with off-black PVD treatment, double-locking deployant clasp with diver extension
* Special Collector’s Box Packaging
* Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
* 900 timepieces issued worldwide
* This fine Limited Edition timepiece is covered by a 5 year warranty
* Available December 2007

Lubrifar · 28 November 2007, 06:51 AM

Thats actually not too bad looking. All three hands are identical to Omega SMP sword-style hands.

frostie · 28 November 2007, 07:24 AM

It's really good looking. How much is it?

Robb · 28 November 2007, 07:32 AM

I like it!!!!!!!!!!!!

astcell · 29 November 2007, 12:02 AM

If anyone sees this for sale let me know, I want one! Seriously!

SPACE-DWELLER · 29 November 2007, 12:58 AM

I like it, Robert!

Looks like one helluva sturdy Swiss timepiece!

f16570 · 29 November 2007, 03:00 AM

Have always liked black watches, and this is a good looking watch, @ £800 not to bad.

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Robb · 29 November 2007, 03:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

If anyone sees this for sale let me know, I want one! Seriously!

Same here! On their website is says it will be available in January!

MassiveAttack · 30 November 2007, 12:03 PM

would be perfect w GMT hand. love the big date display.

Thurnau · 1 December 2007, 12:01 PM

It does look great. The big date numbers are a nice touch.

Incurable · 2 December 2007, 02:22 AM

I'd be interested in seeing exactly what is meant by 'off black' and the anthracite dial. I own a black PVD watch and it's been wearing fine, no scratches, etc. I like the looks and specs of this watch but would like to see the colors in the flesh. It's a bold design and a nice 'step up' from the normal Swiss Army line

bbqbrew · 26 December 2007, 07:46 AM

That would be one swiss army I would like to own.
Chris

5ATM · 18 January 2008, 04:43 PM

I just placed an order for this watch and it's retailing for USD2K in this part of the world. I was bought over by the looks and high standard of materials used, the only hesitation is the brand.

Intend to enjoy it for a couple of years before selling it, but worried that a Victorinox may not be able to fetch a high price even though it's a limited edition

Incurable · 18 January 2008, 08:03 PM

Congratulations! I wouldn't put too many expectations on it holding its value. It may do just fine, or not... I thought it was supposed to sell for about $1400 USD? Be sure and post lots of pics and your impressions when it shows up. Great looking watch...

jamesw · 18 January 2008, 08:28 PM

That's not bad at all.

laguna_surf · 21 January 2008, 01:20 AM

Very clean looking watch - not a Rolex, but very nice!

roadcarver · 21 January 2008, 02:51 AM

Love the big date!

BiG JeEzY · 6 February 2008, 08:28 PM

I like the look of it too! It looks very sporty and rugged. It looks like a watch that you can really beat up and it will still look like that. Great job to the people of Swiss Army for that model! They should continue producing it and not make it a limited edition model.

Robb · 6 February 2008, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

If anyone sees this for sale let me know, I want one! Seriously!

Robert, they have delayed the released until sometime in Feb. I think there will only be 500 pieces made. I emailed them and they said to call their store in NYC. I will be there next week so I will stop in to check on it.

seantk · 13 February 2008, 06:38 AM

The local AD said they are being shipped soon and they will definitely have one... perhaps in a few weeks. I will go check it out when it comes in

Sean

Robb · 20 February 2008, 12:07 PM

Robert,

While in NYC I went to the Swiss Army store in SOHO. I asked if they had the watch and the salesman pulled one out from behind the counter. It was sold but he let me try it on!!!! Very nice....Large and light!!!! Felt great on the wrist. They took my name and number and told me if they got another in they would call.

mdx77 · 20 February 2008, 01:14 PM

Local store had one on Valentine's Day.....may still have it/may not...I'll have to check again tomorrow.

astcell · 20 February 2008, 11:48 PM

Wow I hope I see one in FL next week. What sort of places sell Swiss Army?

seantk · 21 February 2008, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

Wow I hope I see one in FL next week. What sort of places sell Swiss Army?

A Swiss Army/Victorinox dealer of course. I will let you know if I hear about one coming in and if so I will point you in the right direction

Sean

Jedi · 4 March 2008, 11:47 PM

Here's a quick update on this piece.

I saw two of them in Geneva two weeks ago. Case numbers were 250 and 263 respectively. It's a very light watch, but visibility seems to be an issue for me. I tried it on and the dial... didn't smile... The bezel movement also felt a little light on and not as 'firm' to the touch as I would have liked.

I passed on it.

seantk · 5 March 2008, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

Wow I hope I see one in FL next week. What sort of places sell Swiss Army?

It arrived at the Tampa Dealer today.... PM sent

Sean

astcell · 6 March 2008, 02:36 PM

It is nicer in person that I imagined. Thank you Sean for your help! The dealer even stayed open after hours for me. That was great! What was bad was that all the watches were put away except for this one! They had Rolex, Panerai, Ball, and many others. I need to go back tomorrow. ;-)

GET THIS WATCH.

All the pics here:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v290/astcell/SA/

A few pics here:

Jedi · 6 March 2008, 03:55 PM

Congratulations Robert!!

I saw two pieces of the Swiss Army Divemaster in Geneva, and tried one on. It didn't quite float my boat at the time, but your pics have made me think about it all over again. I'm gonna be speaking to an AD friend of mine who has said he will be getting at least 2 allocated to his store.

Sorry to intrude, but did they discount??

How's about a detailed review??

astcell · 6 March 2008, 10:47 PM

I'll do a review after wearing it for a few days. I am getting used to the weight and feel right now.

I did receive a discount which was very nice of them considering they stayed open after hours and I was a first-time shopper. I think I found a new AD.

Robb · 7 March 2008, 02:16 AM

Congrats Robert!!!! Looks great

28 November 2007, 05:00 AM	#1
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	The Dark Side Of The Swiss Army http://www.chadthewatchguy.com/ Limited edition is not typically associated with Victorinox (Swiss Army), but this could be the best beater watch you ever owned. $1395.00 and only 900 pieces!! Can’t beat this beater. Here is the run down. * Swiss-made self-winding mechanical movement (Mecaline 2896 11 1/2″), 42-hour power reserve * 43mm case with see-through scres-in sapphire crystal exhibition caseback * Water resistant to 500 meter (50 ATM) * Scratch-resistant, anti-reflection sapphire crystal * Luminous hands and hour markers * Screw-down crown * Big date calendar * Military time * Helium valve * Unidrectional rotating bezel with electrolumniscent material * Anthracite dial * Titanium case and bracelet with off-black PVD treatment, double-locking deployant clasp with diver extension * Special Collector’s Box Packaging * Numbered Certificate of Authenticity * 900 timepieces issued worldwide * This fine Limited Edition timepiece is covered by a 5 year warranty * Available December 2007

29 November 2007, 12:58 AM	#6
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I like it, Robert! Looks like one helluva sturdy Swiss timepiece! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

2 December 2007, 02:22 AM	#11
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	I'd be interested in seeing exactly what is meant by 'off black' and the anthracite dial. I own a black PVD watch and it's been wearing fine, no scratches, etc. I like the looks and specs of this watch but would like to see the colors in the flesh. It's a bold design and a nice 'step up' from the normal Swiss Army line __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

18 January 2008, 08:03 PM	#14
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	Congratulations! I wouldn't put too many expectations on it holding its value. It may do just fine, or not... I thought it was supposed to sell for about $1400 USD? Be sure and post lots of pics and your impressions when it shows up. Great looking watch... __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

21 January 2008, 02:51 AM	#17
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Love the big date! __________________ I'm just a cook...

28 November 2007, 06:51 AM	#2
Lubrifar Banned Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mr. T Location: anc/sfo Watch: for the signs! Posts: 776	Thats actually not too bad looking. All three hands are identical to Omega SMP sword-style hands.

28 November 2007, 07:24 AM	#3
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	It's really good looking. How much is it?

28 November 2007, 07:32 AM	#4
Robb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,931	I like it!!!!!!!!!!!!

29 November 2007, 12:02 AM	#5
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	If anyone sees this for sale let me know, I want one! Seriously!

29 November 2007, 03:00 AM	#7
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Have always liked black watches, and this is a good looking watch, @ £800 not to bad. f

30 November 2007, 12:03 PM	#9
MassiveAttack Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Nick Location: Mojave Desert Watch: your target Posts: 157	would be perfect w GMT hand. love the big date display.

1 December 2007, 12:01 PM	#10
Thurnau "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Metairie, LA Watch: DateJust Posts: 738	It does look great. The big date numbers are a nice touch.

26 December 2007, 07:46 AM	#12
bbqbrew "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Athens Georgia Posts: 21	That would be one swiss army I would like to own. Chris

18 January 2008, 04:43 PM	#13
5ATM "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 6	I just placed an order for this watch and it's retailing for USD2K in this part of the world. I was bought over by the looks and high standard of materials used, the only hesitation is the brand. Intend to enjoy it for a couple of years before selling it, but worried that a Victorinox may not be able to fetch a high price even though it's a limited edition

18 January 2008, 08:28 PM	#15
jamesw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sydney Posts: 209	That's not bad at all.

21 January 2008, 01:20 AM	#16
laguna_surf Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: San Clemente, CA Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 28	Very clean looking watch - not a Rolex, but very nice!

6 February 2008, 08:28 PM	#18
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,350	I like the look of it too! It looks very sporty and rugged. It looks like a watch that you can really beat up and it will still look like that. Great job to the people of Swiss Army for that model! They should continue producing it and not make it a limited edition model. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

13 February 2008, 06:38 AM	#20
seantk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Sean Location: West Florida Posts: 2,671	The local AD said they are being shipped soon and they will definitely have one... perhaps in a few weeks. I will go check it out when it comes in Sean __________________ "Life is frittered away with detail... simplify, simplify!" Henry D. Thoreau

20 February 2008, 12:07 PM	#21
Robb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,931	Robert, While in NYC I went to the Swiss Army store in SOHO. I asked if they had the watch and the salesman pulled one out from behind the counter. It was sold but he let me try it on!!!! Very nice....Large and light!!!! Felt great on the wrist. They took my name and number and told me if they got another in they would call.

20 February 2008, 01:14 PM	#22
mdx77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Kurt Location: Philly Burbs!! Posts: 3,296	Local store had one on Valentine's Day.....may still have it/may not...I'll have to check again tomorrow. __________________ “This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the BLUE pill - the story ends; you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the RED pill - you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.” Rolex Submariner 116610LV Hulk \| Rolex GMT 16710 Pepsi \| Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday” \| Tudor Black Bay 79220R “ETA Rose” \| Tudor Pelagos Blue Dial \| Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold 116618LB \| Rolex Milgauss “Z-Blue” 116400GV

20 February 2008, 11:48 PM	#23
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Wow I hope I see one in FL next week. What sort of places sell Swiss Army?

4 March 2008, 11:47 PM	#25
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Here's a quick update on this piece. I saw two of them in Geneva two weeks ago. Case numbers were 250 and 263 respectively. It's a very light watch, but visibility seems to be an issue for me. I tried it on and the dial... didn't smile... The bezel movement also felt a little light on and not as 'firm' to the touch as I would have liked. I passed on it. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

6 March 2008, 02:36 PM	#27
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Got it. It is nicer in person that I imagined. Thank you Sean for your help! The dealer even stayed open after hours for me. That was great! What was bad was that all the watches were put away except for this one! They had Rolex, Panerai, Ball, and many others. I need to go back tomorrow. ;-) GET THIS WATCH. All the pics here: http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v290/astcell/SA/ A few pics here:

6 March 2008, 03:55 PM	#28
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Congratulations Robert!! I saw two pieces of the Swiss Army Divemaster in Geneva, and tried one on. It didn't quite float my boat at the time, but your pics have made me think about it all over again. I'm gonna be speaking to an AD friend of mine who has said he will be getting at least 2 allocated to his store. Sorry to intrude, but did they discount?? How's about a detailed review?? __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

6 March 2008, 10:47 PM	#29
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I'll do a review after wearing it for a few days. I am getting used to the weight and feel right now. I did receive a discount which was very nice of them considering they stayed open after hours and I was a first-time shopper. I think I found a new AD.

7 March 2008, 02:16 AM	#30
Robb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,931	Congrats Robert!!!! Looks great

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