Coolest Combos for the Classics

...and that's why I do what I do and take such pleasure in it. Thank you my friend 🧡

Indeed, my friend. Indeed. I will always be grateful for your masterful work.

GREAT pics (as always) my dude! 👌🏻.

I'd say a good Forstner Komfit and/or Klip (or a Bonklip/bamboo) bracelet are good to have around.

I don't have any vintage Seiko's at the moment, but love the look of the Forstner's. Not too mention they are EXTREMELY comfortable and lightweight.

You're quite right, bro. That Forstner Komfit looks awesome on the Timex Q reissue. I agree as well, the Bonklip bracelet design is another one that will be period correct for certain vintage pieces.

I’m a Classic …

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My classic 1954 Leica M3 in perfect working order and still able to render photos like these..

Come in for the watch, delightfully surprised by the class🥂 love the screwtape letters👌

Heres to more classics in the future 🍻

Great pictures of your Seiko- it looks beautiful, you definitely have an eye for the tight strap / bracelet combo.

I’ve been thinking of buying vintage for some time but keep chickening out. I did however buy a modern vintage watch with some history recently. NG Super Antarctic. It fits the bill for now until I finally take the leap for full on vintage. Cheers.

Beautiful watches!! 🤌 I love me some vintage!

I can second this!

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This guy gets it too!

Yun oh... daming interpretation or meaning non! hehehe

It's amazing you were able to preserve your legendary Leica M3 camera to this day! Cool shots too!

Thanks, mate. And, that strap on your classy Omega Pie-Pan Constellation is an excellent match. By the way, The Screwtape Letters is a classic whose truths are timeless and relevant.

Motion has been seconded... the Resolution is carried!

Thanks. Film still has a place. Love going to classical car shows with old cameras. Shooting go home and develop them over a glass of wine. Makes for a wonderful day. Cheers.

Awesome, mate! Film will always have its place. I just didn't advance that far in the photography hobby as it was too expensive already for me as a teenager. But, I could imagine the thrill and anticipation you probably have each time you develop your shots in your dark room.

Really a delightful post to read and your photos are smashing. It seems a very appropriate topic today...the classics. today happens to be to 200th anniversary of the premiere of Beethoven's 9th symphony in Vienna.

I was going to do a post about it, but as I have no Austrian or even German watches I didn't have any material to work with. great job today hakki !✨

This an older photo, but it shows one of the few times that I have truly tried to match an older watch with a period correct strap. There is a market of NOS straps, bands, and bracelets out there. They tend to run on the small end of the spectrum. I think that we have grown a little larger as a species in the past few decades. Vintage straps or bracelet can be just as inventive as their modern equivalents.

This Kreisler mesh bracelet is light and comfortable. The slight curve of the end link and spring bars is a nice touch.

This is another Kreisler that combines mesh and expandible elements. (The expandible part had it replaced by leather.) I have a hard time with the constant pressure of expandable bands, but I have a stainless steel Bellavance that is comfortable nevertheless. I wrote about expandable bands here.

(Edit: The Screwtape Letters is one of the few books that rewards re-reading.)

Beethoven’s 9th and Mahler’s 2nd. My favorites among so many.

Ah yes! Big Mahler fan as well 🎼🙌🏻

It takes time to digest Mahler. But when ready he is grand. His 2nd is truly spectacular. The listening is an event.

Completely agree. One has to invest to reap the rewards. A good example of that is the 3rd symphony as well. Among my personal favorites are the 4th 2nd and most of all, Das Lied Von Der Erde

The 2nd is the most accessible in my opinion.

Thank you, mate. Much appreciated.

Wow, I never realized nor knew it's the 200th anniversary of the premiere of Beethoven's 9th symphony in Vienna. Thanks for sharing. Go ahead and still make a post. Perhaps you can write along the lines of "which watch would I wear if I attended the Vienna Philharmonic gala concert celebrating the 200th anniversary?" ;)

See @lightblueonetime, we learned something new again today. 🙂

Wonderful recommendations as always, good sir.

Vintage straps or bracelet can be just as inventive as their modern equivalents.

I agree. In fact, those curved end links and spring bars demonstrate such inventiveness. They should bring these back, pronto! They nicely complement and elevate the classy look of your gorgeous Eternamatic and Bulova.

Thanks also for sharing your article on expandable bracelets. I enjoy wearing them too, for its practicality and its looks. They are in a class all their own, and like you, should they return, I am more than ready.

Finally, 100% yes, The Screwtape Letters is a classic-- wisely written, stands the test of time, and uniquely rewarding each time it is read.

@yankthemike @abellia11214 Gents, because of you both, I will listen to Beethoven’s 9th and Mahler’s 2nd today. I'll also check out Beethoven's 3rd symphony and Mahler's Das Lied Von Der Erde.

My Dad and Mom always enjoyed classical music, and if they were still here, they'd surely appreciate it. Thanks for sharing.

Beethoven 6th and 7th are also amazing.

I listened to the 9th Symphony and majority of the Chorals are so familiar, especially Choral 4 because the main melody was adapted into the great Christian hymn "Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee'. I believe my parents had a CD of the 9th, and they'd play it either at home, or while in the car. Will listen to the 6th and 7th too. Thanks, mate!