Dr No
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The bête noire of every vintage collector . . .
. . . is the deaf watchmaker. I had several issues with my previous watchmaker; the final indignity was polishing the case of the Ω ref 2364 . . .
[the only image in my files taken before initial servicing]
. . . which had a beautiful patina. I told the jeweler for whom he worked that the case was to be untouched. Imagine the horror when I went to pick it up, only to find the brushing had been completely removed. The jeweler was able to restore the matte finish (except for between the lugs), at the cost of yet more precious metal removed.
That was the last straw. Fortunately, I was able to find a sympathetic local expert, and all my projects since have been entrusted to his care. He does precisely as asked, and willing to perform only the work necessary, in contrast to many watchmakers who insist on fully servicing a movement.
The sad part is that he's poised to retire in the foreseeable future. When that happens, I'm likely to hang up my vintage hat at the same time.
Art
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It's already January 1st in Singapore, so let's . . .
. . . get started, folks! What are our targets for 2016, plus, what are we wearing today? 2015 brought three Seikos and three Omegas (one of which was a total surprise!) to my collection, which is now past the two dozen mark. Any new addition has to be a ...
JLC Master Minute Repeater for me.
Striking the 24 hours with Class is Class. Cherish your beloved ones. Nicolas ...
Was there not also that Montblanc? :)
I sincerely hope that you get the Duometre (or all of them) you wish in 2016!
That LeCoultre Chomograph
is hard to beat, but I assume even harder to find All the best, CC
39 mm Duomètre?
A little bird told me yesterday (at an undisclosed boutique) a 39 mm is coming? ?
Me neither
And why a 39 when you have a 40mm? I can understand a smaller version for people with smaller wrists though. Asia is a big market after all... I guess we will know in a few months if it\'s true or an honest mistake of the boutique coworker....
For 2016 I wish for...
Two unpolished Geophysic with original plexi, one in steel and one in rose gold. And a new plexi for my Deep Sea Alarm, since the JLC Manufacture vintage workshop had the courtesy to damage the once I have... To mount a misfitting plexi like this is not w...
"Faire les quatre . . .
. . . cents coup." Condemnation well deserved. The desecration of your collection is practically unimaginable, blomman. And the pain must be unbearable. Here's hoping there will be a remedy from Le Sentier, and the sooner, the better. Sincerely, Art
I doubt they will do anything...
And I am not sure what they can do unless they have some hidden original watches they could give me instead... Thank you for understanding. Best Blomman
Ouch
that has been a quite disastrous year in that respect. Let's hope 2016 will find you some sweet candy to bring back happiness CC
Now you know why I go for my ....
"Put a smile on my face" watches. Because if I can't find back the happiness in watches... Then I am done. Best Blomman
Outrageous.. That's the word, indeed !.. Specifically as you told them what (not) to do
..Still hope you re-discover your passion for the wonderful JLC pieces; But now you \'re having a more than remarkable brand with beauties within Vintage, Modern and classics vs High End Horology. - have to say, 2015 for GP was a great year, a year when I...
The bête noire of every vintage collector . . .
. . . is the deaf watchmaker. I had several issues with my previous watchmaker; the final indignity was polishing the case of the Ω ref 2364 . . . [the only image in my files taken before initial servicing] . . . which had a beautiful patina. I told the j...
The problem is that even if you are able to restore the surfaces to the original texture...
Facets and edges will not be the same. Best Blomman
Not sure I will...
One thing I am sure of is that I will never let any watchmaker from JLC come near any of my watches again! Best Blomman
2015 is (or was in six hours or less) a great year ...
Discounting some health issues that were fixed for good, it was a great year. I had a major struggle to decide what watch to wear during the New Year party but at the end, here is the winner: Got this watch in May. Only Mr. C. from the IWC Boutique could ...
How fitting that a perpetual . . .
. . . would be on your wrist this last day of 2015, Nilo. There's one at home presently . . . . . . but I'm not going out tonight, so it's staying on the dresser. Tomorrow, perhaps . . . first day of 2016 would be reason enough to wear the capstone of my ...
This is the one I will be wearing tonight.
I just want to see all the hands move. As for next year: a Reverso is at the top of the list; but with so many wonderful ones from which to choose, I'm not sure what to pick. I'd also like to replace my long-gone Datograph, although I am unsure about whic...
Chances are you'll have the best dressed . . .
. . . wrist at the party. Happy New Year to you, too, Padj! Art
Rolex 6238 and JLC Polaris are at the top of my wish list,
And a Rolex King Midas (1st or second series, left handed) for my wife.
Devilish choices
Hi Art. I sincerely hope I don't buy any more watches in 2016 (famous last words, anyone?). But in keeping with the spirit of this thread, here are some that have crossed my mind in the recent past: JLC Master Ultra-thin Reserve de Marche in platinum GP 1...
There are times when we need to take a rest . . .
. . . from accumulating, and of course, a time to break off altogether. Glad I'm not at the breaking point yet ;-) . . .
My watch for the new year and my wish list
great theme to start the new year Art! Here is the watch I am wearing to welcome 2016. My trusty Lange 1 And my wish list for 2016 (am trying to keep it short and focused). Not that I will get all or any of them - just a dream for some Montblanc Villeret ...
What, not all three?
With such wonderful choices... I wish you get all And the 1858 for good measure!
The Montblanc 1858 chronograph tachymeter is coming ...
After my delayed Lange 1815 honey gold So that is 2 watches for 2016 ordered from 2015. Probably burned off all my 2016 watch funds already! :p Thank you my friend. I hope our wishes come thru Cheers Robin
I found one of the three on my list . . .
. . . and the asking price is right. The major problem is that it's overseas, which makes me a bit wary; I'll need to do a fair amount of research to pull this one off.
Seiko
What else ? What else ? My LLD off course, just wondering who i send it to for that service :-( Filip ...
You are one of the Seiko's most persuasive :)
Several more have gotten the clock in between Have found the Tuna you have but the shop was closed, so have not tried it on yet - soon though.
Bad influence? Never! :)
Glad you got us all to enjoy another piece of horology - you should be proud of yourself
He also recently acquired some Seiko clocks? ;)
In any case, I\'m grateful for your helpful tip
My watchmaker ...
.. finally moved to his new location, he didn't want any watches in the house during the move i guess ... so one of these days they'll finally get there ..
Seiko Tuna's !
Heinz !!! These two are cousins ... the black one with red detailing (SRP 229) is around 46 mm and the blue one should be 50.2 mm. Pretty big beasts but despite that it works very well on my tiny wrist. Both house the in-house Seiko 4R36 movement which i ...
Thx Bim, for the clarifications.. Both looking cool !!..
BTW: sometime end of March sounds feasable maybe..
Well.. So let me chip in one for the old year & one that will rather soon arrive in my stables..:))
This one on the last evening of 2015: JLC 1901, WG / ~60ies The right conundrum for theatre yesterday.. The one for today: TT Geophysic 58 And then.. The next little project for 2016: GP Traveller, Gde Date, Moonphase, and GMT / Sapphire dial Scheduled ar...
Looking forward you finishing your 2016 "little project"
I believe a great choice. All the best, CC
So what did you see at the theater?
That JLC is a great choice for the theatre. And congrats on the GP - lovely addition
Well, was a nice New Year's Eve: 1/ "Der eingebildete Kranke" by Moliere.. Then..
.. a very nice dinner & Change of the year .. Yes, indeed this GP Traveller w Sapphire Dial is a nice piece, IMO. - Will be delivered in Feb. Cheers & Best, hs
"Le petite projet" . . .
. . . sounds so much better in French. And more fitting, too. ;-)
No need, Nico . . .
. . . my friend and near-neighbor, mrsnak, already has a Caravelle. Or, as they say in France, Monsieur snak
Here is what ended on my wrist between 2015 and 2016
My trusty Chopard LUC Chrono One. Somehow almost always appropriate (IMHO), my first serious watch and one that will remain one of my favourites for a long time to come As for 2016, one watch I would definitely love to acquire is the following - a Chopard...
Lovely Chopard LUC Chrono !.. And all your wanna'haves are very nice targets ! :)
Happy hunting, as well !.. Best, hs PS: and yes, that Habring2 Felix is a cute choice, nicely under-the-radar , but all one needs..
Thank you!
There are surely many more but these are the highest on the list. And I guess at least one will become reality in 2016
Hmmm. My sense is that the new year will bring . . .
. . . a domestic stablemate to your collection. Please remind me if I'm right! Art
With the 56 GS, I can see how you are fully content with your Seiko collection :)
I also see you are very partial to the Karrees. Do you like the newer designs as well?
Absolutely! There are several G Os in current production . . .
. . . that I both admire and would like to own. The PanoReserve, Senator Seventies Chrono . . . . . . and Senator Chronometer . . . . . . head the list. The problem is that, besides and beyond restrictions imposed by financial considerations, my collectio...
Very sensible attitude, requiring lots of self control
And I have to say I admire it greatly. I also do not want to endlessly add to my collection but luckily critical mass is still some years away
Never, ever exceed . . .
. . . critical mass. Bad stuff happens. Dr No, meet Dr Strangelove Like they say: better safe than sorry!
Some of my goals for 2016
First of all, all the best in the New Year to all PuristS. I went from 2015 into 2016 with a very classic companion, my rose gold GP 1966. For 2016, I will continue to grow my GP collection and will look at adding what becomes available in the vintage dep...
Desirable targets, my dear friend.
The modern Sea Hawk is a cool watch. Will you go for the former one, as suggested by your picture, or the current one? I must say that the current blue one is tempting me a lot. Now, I would well see a Vintage 45 Mechanics of Art, Blue... Without mentioni...
Sea Hawk
I think I made up my mind to look for the former Sea Hawk II as there is a 40mm version and I think it will be a better fit than the 44mm current Sea Hawk, even I really like the blue/orange version. Vintage 45 Mechanics of Art? Another possible target, b...
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