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Moondoggy · 21 June 2022, 06:55 PM

I love learning about these sleepers. Thanks.

FrenchBigCrown · 22 June 2022, 05:17 AM

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I love learning about these sleepers. Thanks.

Phrank · 22 June 2022, 05:28 AM

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I don't specifically blame you for this one...but you got me started! lol

Always wanted a proper Moonphase watch (not Sun and Moon for AM/PM), won't be till next year or maybe after that for the Patek I want, so in the meantime.

Glycine Moonphase Combat Watch, 40mm (Combat and Moonphase don't seem to belong together, is it just me??)

Will be Delivered tomorrow:

FrenchBigCrown · 22 June 2022, 06:59 AM

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I don't specifically blame you for this one...but you got me started! lol

Always wanted a proper Moonphase watch (not Sun and Moon for AM/PM), won't be till next year or maybe after that for the Patek I want, so in the meantime.

Glycine Moonphase Combat Watch, 40mm (Combat and Moonphase don't seem to belong together, is it just me??)

Will be Delivered tomorrow:

Very cool.

Health to enjoy!

FrenchBigCrown · 22 June 2022, 07:03 AM

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Always wanted a proper Moonphase watch (not Sun and Moon for AM/PM), won't be till next year or maybe after that for the Patek I want, so in the meantime.

My Patek perpetual calendar...

Phrank · 22 June 2022, 08:27 AM

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My Patek perpetual calendar...

Very cool, spectacular watch!

As my pennies collect, as the idea continues to invade and settle permanently in my wife's mind, this is the one I'm looking for when the time presents itself:

5135, can't decide on J or R:

FrenchBigCrown · 22 June 2022, 04:57 PM

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Very cool, spectacular watch!

As my pennies collect, as the idea continues to invade and settle permanently in my wife's mind, this is the one I'm looking for when the time presents itself:

5135, can't decide on J or R:

Nice choice. Whichever colour you decide.

FrenchBigCrown · 23 June 2022, 01:29 AM

Today's offering... a classic Omega Geneve... with one of my favourite dials. It really pops in the 'flesh' (metal).

Moondoggy · 23 June 2022, 02:32 PM

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Very cool, spectacular watch!

As my pennies collect, as the idea continues to invade and settle permanently in my wife's mind, this is the one I'm looking for when the time presents itself:

5135, can't decide on J or R:

Both great, I have the J, such a great piece for the money IMO

VFA · 24 June 2022, 02:57 AM

Weird indeed but some are cool.

FrenchBigCrown · 24 June 2022, 04:12 AM

Today's offering... a brass Steinhart.

FrenchBigCrown · 25 June 2022, 04:09 AM

Another Steinhart... a PVD 'Blackout' version with a meteorite dial.

Yes, they're very 'derivative' - but excellent watches in my opinion.

FrenchBigCrown · 25 June 2022, 07:53 PM

Today's offering… a 55th Anniversary SBGH037 limited edition. Unworn.

Go zaratsu!

FrenchBigCrown · 27 June 2022, 08:05 AM

Today's offering… a 1971 Heuer Monaco (Not the TAG re-issue) as worn by what’s his name in that movie about racing cars in France.

Phrank · 27 June 2022, 08:55 AM

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Today's offering… a 1971 Heuer Monaco (Not the TAG re-issue) as worn by what’s his name in that movie about racing cars in France.

I already love this one, so I am immune to your powers on this one!!

Beautiful, such a classic watch, and gorgeous!

FrenchBigCrown · 27 June 2022, 09:16 AM

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I already love this one, so I am immune to your powers on this one!!

Beautiful, such a classic watch, and gorgeous!

"Powers"

And... thank you.

FrenchBigCrown · 28 June 2022, 08:20 AM

Smiths Military - British Army issued and bought from the (ex) Squaddie which included a photo of him wearing it while serving in Northern Ireland...

FrenchBigCrown · 29 June 2022, 01:40 AM

Christopher Ward 'Worldtimer'...

Phrank · 29 June 2022, 01:44 AM

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Christopher Ward 'Worldtimer'...

Ha! Looked at that one!

Loved this dial, great price, brand new, it's incoming, and it's got a green dial! My first green dial...let the hate commence for poor Freddy! I can you Archie!!!!

Frederique Constant, Worldtimer Manufacture.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 June 2022, 04:40 AM

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Ha! Looked at that one!

Loved this dial, great price, brand new, it's incoming, and it's got a green dial! My first green dial...let the hate commence for poor Freddy! I can you Archie!!!!

Frederique Constant, Worldtimer Manufacture.

I like these too. I'm trying to get the brown/gold version.

Congratulations on yours... health to enjoy!

Phrank · 29 June 2022, 05:12 AM

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I like these too. I'm trying to get the brown/gold version.

Congratulations on yours... health to enjoy!

Heard an interesting comment, with brands like Rolex, AP, Patek, FPJ, etc., unattainable in terms of rising prices and availability, brands like Nomos, Tissot, Frederique Constant, Chris Ward, the minor Swiss and independent brands, is there "cache" going to rise? Are we going to start to see more and more people being drawn to these attainable and accessible brands and as a result, see the same upward trend?

Take Tissot, Chris Ward, Fred Constant, their offerings of late have been punching way above their weight class.

The Flyback Chrono from FC, ferkin' gobsmacked at how nice it is....

Interesting, is FC, Nomos, Squale, Chris Ward etc., ten years away from being a sought after brand or never gonna happen?

FrenchBigCrown · 29 June 2022, 06:05 PM

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Heard an interesting comment, with brands like Rolex, AP, Patek, FPJ, etc., unattainable in terms of rising prices and availability, brands like Nomos, Tissot, Frederique Constant, Chris Ward, the minor Swiss and independent brands, is there "cache" going to rise? Are we going to start to see more and more people being drawn to these attainable and accessible brands and as a result, see the same upward trend?

Take Tissot, Chris Ward, Fred Constant, their offerings of late have been punching way above their weight class.

The Flyback Chrono from FC, ferkin' gobsmacked at how nice it is....

Interesting, is FC, Nomos, Squale, Chris Ward etc., ten years away from being a sought after brand or never gonna happen?

Well, none of us can see the future, when I first started collecting Rolex sports watches, they were reasonably priced and accessible - I don't think anybody foresaw the massive price hike(s).

I can't really see the watches on your list doing the same - but who knows?

I think when some of their models become discontinued, they may become more 'sought-after' - but it will all be relative. I can't see Christopher Ward becoming AP, for instance.

I think the trick is to buy what we like, wear them, enjoy them - if they become 'collectible', that's a bonus.

FrenchBigCrown · 30 June 2022, 08:26 PM

Underrated GMT... the finish on this watch is fantastic.

Phrank · 30 June 2022, 08:37 PM

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Well, none of us can see the future, when I first started collecting Rolex sports watches, they were reasonably priced and accessible - I don't think anybody foresaw the massive price hike(s).

I can't really see the watches on your list doing the same - but who knows?

I think when some of their models become discontinued, they may become more 'sought-after' - but it will all be relative. I can't see Christopher Ward becoming AP, for instance.

I think the trick is to buy what we like, wear them, enjoy them - if they become 'collectible', that's a bonus.

Nice GS!

Yes, agreed, I've never bought a watch for investment, or any thought of value if I sold it later, I buy watches to enjoy. As a matter of fact, I've only ever sold one watch, a Longines Chronograph to my neighbour who absolutely was in love with it.

It's always great to find something a little different that ticks the boxes and is something fun to throw on the wrist.

Great thread and thanks again!

My wife hates you by the way.....

Had to remind her, "Hate the game, not the player!"

FrenchBigCrown · 1 July 2022, 12:16 AM

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Nice GS!

Thanks, I like it a lot.

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It's always great to find something a little different that ticks the boxes and is something fun to throw on the wrist.

Agreed. Totally.

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Great thread and thanks again!

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My wife hates you by the way.....

Had to remind her, "Hate the game, not the player!"

FrenchBigCrown · 2 July 2022, 05:24 PM

Underrated Chrono....

FrenchBigCrown · 3 July 2022, 03:57 PM

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Today's offering... a classic Omega Geneve... with one of my favourite dials. It really pops in the 'flesh' (metal).

And... it's sibling...

FrenchBigCrown · 11 July 2022, 05:55 PM

Hamilton Khaki...

HuguenotSW1 · 11 July 2022, 06:37 PM

Wow very uniqe cool watches!

FrenchBigCrown · 11 July 2022, 07:20 PM

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Wow very uniqe cool watches!

Thank you.

21 June 2022, 06:55 PM	#61
Moondoggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Berty Location: NI/Aust/USA Watch: and wait Posts: 3,048	I love learning about these sleepers. Thanks.

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