SimonA

Simon

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Semi-Retired (or my wife says 'retarded'), but dabbling in a few things.

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#omega #rolex #sinn #tudor #baltic #bellandross #breguet #bremont #christopherward

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Sale Time

It's time to thin out a watch or two (or maybe all of them) and have some money sat ready to deploy for whatever appears at the last minute. These are the ones that I am happy to replace if I suddenly...

SINN U50 (Full Tegiment)

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow 3594.50.00

Tudor Pelagos FTX (MN-22)

Panerai Luminor Submersible PAM00024

73 votes ·

SINN U50 (Full Tegiment)

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow 3594.50.00

Tudor Pelagos FTX (MN-22)

Panerai Luminor Submersible PAM00024

73 votes ·

3 comments

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2 months ago

Speedy Tuesday

Gave my wife a birthday gift on Speedy Tuesday. A 2001 limited edition Speedmaster Schumacher Racing. She’s over the moon 🌖 literally. I scored some...

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4 days ago

Why do we collect watches?

A journey into watch collecting is highly personal and subjective. While some individuals may find their motivations encompassing a combination of various reasons, others might identify with just a fe...

Aesthetics, Design, Mechanical Complexity

Passion, Nostaligia, History & Heritage

Status, Luxury, Investment or Personal Expression

Combination of the above

479 votes ·

Aesthetics, Design, Mechanical Complexity

Passion, Nostaligia, History & Heritage

Status, Luxury, Investment or Personal Expression

Combination of the above

479 votes ·

27 comments

Recent Comments

SimonA

commented on Show the shoebill your (just one) favourite watch · 1 month ago

Current daily beater: Panerai Luminor Marina Pre-Vendome 5218-203/A on a custom vintage ammo pouch strap.

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commented on Bund versus Bracelet · 2 months ago

For me bracelet … however, I think one of only of the classic watches that looks the best on a bund is the Heuer Bundeswehr Flyback Chrono as they were worn by the German Starfigher pilots to stop the watch freezing 🥶 the skin at altitude (apparently). Also a super cool watch 😎

https://bulangandsons.eu/blogs/watch-talks/heuer-bundeswehr-chronograph

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commented on Seamaster 300 Heritage vs. Black Bay 58 · 2 months ago

Probably the Omega, but if you’re an action person, then the BB.

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commented on What would you choose and why? 16750 or 16570? · 2 months ago

It’s like comparing apples and pears 🤔

Both watches are great for different reasons. I like both, so difficult for me to decide. However, if it’s for everyday use, probably the Explorer II, if for more ‘special’ occasions then the GMT.

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commented on Are the CWC Reissue RN DIVERS worth the price? · 2 months ago

CWC - great watch! Bags of history and some good used ones on the market.

What about a 2264? Quartz / stunning watch and maybe something worth considering to add to your collection?

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commented on Crunchers Assemble! · 2 months ago

Great collection by the way. What about a neo-vintage 2-line no-date Submariner? 14060 maybe a Swiss only dial? Or a Panerai Luminor Sub for something a bit different?

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commented on Another Dilemma, need opinion · 2 months ago

Very nice 👍 enjoy 😉

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2 months ago

Panerai - Just can't take it off ;-)

Living the Pre-Vendome Luminor is easier than I thought. Yes it's a Panerai, but doesn't attract that much attention, so I love the fact it's fairly u...

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3 months ago

14060M

No date. Keeping it simple.

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3 months ago

SOTC 2023

I always said to myself no more than 10 watches ... but you know how this passion takes down down the odd rabbit hole 🙄 . There are a few more and ev...

3 comments

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4 months ago

Merry Christmas Crunchers

Have an amazing day and best wishes to an amazing community. What do you think of my Duca-tree? 😉

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4 months ago

Best City for Watch Shopping

A bit of a loaded question, but for those who have travelled a bit, were is the best place for watch shopping? My view is Dubai, UAE - crazy place find all brands and very customer friendly. More bias...

Dubai / Middle East

London / Europe

New York / US

Tokyo / Asia

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Dubai / Middle East

London / Europe

New York / US

Tokyo / Asia

32 votes ·

3 comments

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4 months ago

Random Photographs

A thread of random photographs ... taken by yourself. Inside the Redbull Air Race pylon. [First photo just to illustrate what the pylon looks like]

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5 months ago

Panerai Luminor Marina Pre Vendome 5218-203/a

Love this newly acquired watch - not to everyone's taste, but having a deep dive ( no pun intended ) into these neo-vintage Panerai classics and reall...