2010年12月22日星期三

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The strap in my opinion goes very well with it, but I think this is one of those styles that either you love or hate, as it is quite different from Breitling, Rolex and Omega.The back of the watch is absolutely beautiful. The beveled sapphire crystal back allows you to see the side of the 21K Gold Rotor, as well as a very clear view of the in-house Caliber 39-52 movement, which is decorated very nicely. As you might notice, this movement differs from Replica Omega 1376.79 Constellation Iris Watch most swiss movements in that it uses a 34 plate, which is characteristic of German movements from Glashutte.There it is on my wrist before a day at the office. Works extremely well with the shirt and jacket, not quite as well with shorts and t-shirts.

Time to come clean guys who among us has a guilty wristwatch pleasure? Be it a closet crush on Invicta Wristwatches or a obsessive-compulsive need to scrub down your watch with green every night I know we all have at least one Guilty pleasure to Replica Omega 1841.72.21 Constellation Quadra Watch share.Ever since I got into watches years ago, I have always wanted to broaden my horizons and allow myself to experience the strangest of watches, with little regard for common sense. I am attracted to watches that many find ugly or over-the-top.

No, Im not talking about the influx of Glam Rock watches that has hit ebay recently, which is no doubt the liquidated stock of many costume-jewelry retailers. I am talking about funky watches like Graham Chronofighters, Mazzuoli Manometros and Corum Bubbles with Jolly Rogers on the dials. These are the watches that WIS-types like us pretend to be above, but in reality, Im not. I harbor closet desires to own and wear these watches! I have to admit it.Here are a few of the Guilty Pleasure Watches that I have wanted or Replica Omega 1368.71 Constellation Watch have already owned:gallery-1 margin: auto;gallery-1 .gallery-item float: left;margin-top: text-align: center;width: 33%;gallery-1 img border: 2px solid cfcfcf;gallery-1 .gallery-caption

This one is priced Replica Omega 2255.80 Seamaster 300m Watch fairly affordably

Recently, I find myself more and more drawn to the allure of vintage pieces, but with the reliability of modern movements. That began with my purchase of the Glashutte Original Sixties, and several other watches since including a couple Eternas. Recently I saw the Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador, and fell in love again. Too bad it is a brand that is hard to get good discounts on around here, due to its low circulation.This one is priced Replica Omega 2255.80 Seamaster 300m Watch fairly affordably at $2900 in stainless steel and $9995 in Rose Gold. That should put its street price well within grasp, possibly even in Rose Gold! This one is a healthy 40mm, which with the fancy long lugs should wear much larger. Unfortunately the movement is a rather stock ETA 2895, with CYS engraved rotor.Nevertheless, I still very much like the Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador!

Glashutte Original is a German watch manufacture along the lines of A Lange Sohn. While not up to the technical prowess or level of finishing and handwork that A Lange is known for, Glashutte Original makes a very high quality watch, comparably to Swiss Brands such as Jaeger Le Coultre.The watch that I purchased is the Glashutte Replica Omega 1286.75 Constellation Quadrella Watch Original Senator Sixties. This watch appealed to me because of the vintageclassic styling and pie pan shaped dial. The classic appearance is subtle, understated and extremely elegant.

The silver dial has the Glashutte Original logo on it, and GLASHUTTE ISA written at the 6pm. The domed Sapphire Crystal is very curved, and shows Replica Omega 95367.79 Constellation Iris Watch very nicely, adding that classic old world charm with new world reliability and clean lines. The 39mm case wears a bit small, but when worn with a dress or casual shirt this watch looks amazing.I have the strap on an aftermarket Brown Hirsch Classic Gator, but the watch came on a dark blue classic style belly gator strap of similar proportions and style.

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There is lever on the case at around 4 oclock that when engaged, prevents the crown from turning, which is a pretty cool feature, especially if youre going to use it for diving. The watch is good to 300m. The watch features a caliber U-BOAT U-28 automatic movement, which I assume is probably based on a [EDIT]ETA 2824, though I cant be certain.Dial is available in black or beige, and caseback is a signed solid back with some cool Replica Omega 2177.50 Aqua Terra Watch inscriptions. I kind of hate to admit it, but I like this watch!gallery-1 margin: auto;gallery-1 .gallery-item float: left;margin-top: text-align: center;width: 33%;gallery-1 img border: 2px solid cfcfcf;gallery-1 .gallery-caption

Ive owned a U-Boat before, but to be quite honest, the ridiculous case size and somewhat un-matching straps were just not working for me in the end. The case quality in my opinion was decent, which many people in my forums did not agree with. They have improved their straps in the last year or so, as the ones I have seen are nicer now.This new U-51 Rattrapante from U-Boat is quite interesting.. mixing in design cues from the Anonimo Replica Omega 1165.36 Constellation Watch Professionale series of watches with the screwed-in bezel look. This bad boy is limited to 100 pieces and measures 51mm in diameter and a whopping 19mm thick. The movement is a base 7750 Valjoux modifed by Alfred Rochat. Decent enough, but has the typical lack of detail and finish ont he movement that cheapes U-Boats watches IMO.

First was the obscure and rare Panerai PAM195, which was made for Paneristi members in a limited edition of 200 pieces, each with the name of the member engraved on the back of the watch.Now we have the new Panerai PAM360, produced in a limited edition of 300 pieces, sold at the discretion of the Paneristi Moderators. With such a limited Replica Omega 1212.30 Constellation Watch production, these are sure to be gone in no time.Interesting that this one appears to have what looks like an aftermarket style strap on it, as opposed to the usual dressier Panerai straps. Not sure if its just the prototype photograph or if its the final production strap. Theyve also used a antiqued yellowish lume to give it that aged tritium look.Here is a photo of the back. $6700 is the price, which is fairly steep for a basic PVD Base Logo.

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Stone Cold Steve Austin saw my write-up earlier this week about his watches and sent me an email! So cool. He also emailed me a pic of his latest acquisition, a Breitling SuperOcean Heritage Chronograph 46 Limited Edition with the white dial and black dual registers. He indicated that he picked it up in Vegas when he was there watching the Replica Omega 951499.79 Constellation Iris Watch UFC Fight recently. I cant help but notice that he has great taste in watches very similar to my own. Pic below sent from Steve Austin himself:On a side note, I cant wait to see the Expendables movie that hes in with Sly Stalone, Jet Li and Jason Statham coming out in August

Among many others.. including IWC, Kobold and Omega. Very cool.Stone Cold Steve Austin has been lighting up the WWE stage for years before he retired in 2000, and began collecting watches after his wrestling career took off. His main article is featured in this months WatchTime Magazine. Some of the watches in his collection include: Replica Omega 2910.51.82 Planet Ocean Chronograph Watch IWC Aquatimer, Zenith Defy, Rolex Yachtmaster, Omega Seamaster 300m Chronodiver, Kobold Arctic Diver, IWC Big Pilot and a Breitling Super Avenger Blacksteel. Hes planning to add a Panerai to the collection soon.I highly recommend the article in WatchTime magazine as he seems like a very cool guy and the article is a good read. I was never a huge wrestling fan, but this is good stuff.

Another Limited Edition U-Boat is going to hit the streets soon, featuring a limited production of 999 pieces and a 53mm Titanium Case. This one harks back to the classic Italian Navy style watches, and one cant help but compare it to the Panerai Egiziano in terms of looks.The crown device is interesting on this one, and Im not quite sure how Replica Omega 951292.30 Constellation Watch works from the description, but as I understand it, the crown flips out and can be turned when it is released by the lever on the bottom.

2010年12月9日星期四

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