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Watches - another OCD problem

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      Anesthetist
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      @Graeme
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      @Graeme every now n then you gotta shock the system 😂

      I’m at a stand still guys. If given had the choice between an IWC Spitfire, MK XVIII, MK XX, SUF 180 or Grand Seiko SBGX341 which would you go for. The MK XVIII I have my sites on is used on bracelet, the other IWCs & SUF would be new, as would the GS. I know the GS is different but in a way is almost a quartz Ingenieur. It is also around $1000 cheaper than the IWCs.

      I’m drawn to the XX & Spitfire over the XVIII bc of their smaller cases, bigger power reserve, and water resistance, but their new manufacture movement has mixed reviews with timing and a jumpy minute hand. The Spitfire also has fauxtina which I am back and forth on.

      IG: bluehandsslim

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        mclaincausey
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        I’d prefer an in house generally to a Sellita but if the XX movement isn’t good I’d probably lean GS. Might regardless, precision quartz is cool.

        Think it, be it.

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          Graeme
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          There were three suppliers of the Mark XI: IWC, Jaeger, and Omega. Omega released theirs in 1953, and since they're rarely one to miss the opportunity to bring out a limited edition to celebrate an anniversary, it's possible we might get a RAF watch off them this year. Maybe wait a few weeks and see what comes up around Watches and Wonders.

          I like the IWC Mark XX, but the jumping minute hand would annoy me. It's possible that they'll fix it in a revision, but some of the comments I saw online suggest that "they all do that".

          I do like the Grand Seiko. They make fantastic quartz movements, so that appeals.

          The Oris ProPilot X 400 might be an alternative. It's cheaper than the IWC, has their new in-house movement in it, and a titanium integrated case. The Longines Majetek has just been released, and is another retro pilots watch, though a pre-war design, but I'd go for the Ultra Chron in preference.

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            louisbosco
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            I'm leaning towards the mark xx. been eying that too.

            "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

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              At this point, I’m almost leaning toward the GS because I’m pretty sure the XX minute would piss me off. I like the Oris and have tried one on and it didnt suit me in the flesh. If Omega did a limited edition, it would be intriguing but probably more than I want to invest.

              IG: bluehandsslim

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                @mclaincausey
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                @mclaincausey me too in theory. One of the good things about an ebauche is almost anyone can service it.

                IG: bluehandsslim

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                  IH-GARY
                  Haraki san Student
                  Joined: 3 Jan 2017

                  Panerai 127 'Fiddy' - daily beater only ever worn on Kevin 'ADEEOS' Rogers straps!

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                  My contribution, to urban blues…

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                    Looks great Gary, more pics in the sun when you have the time please

                    IG: bluehandsslim

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                      Cutlasshound
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                      @Anesthetist

                      I have the IWC Spitfire Chrono. Although I love it, I would pick either of my Grand Seiko’s any day of the week!

                      I ain't got time to bleed.

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                        Cutlasshound
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                        Grand Seiko ‘Sakura’.

                        In the press release / marketing pics the dial always looks pink. In real life, it typically looks silvery/grey. You only get a hint of a pink hue at certain angles and in certain light, but it is very subtle.

                        Titanium construction. Every time I wear it, I am blown away…..

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                        I ain't got time to bleed.

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                          A lovely piece. I saw the Sakura hand winder at an AD two weekends ago and it was PERFECT but at full price, a bit out of range for now.

                          IG: bluehandsslim

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                            JDelage
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                            I really like that case shape (62GS).

                            It's often the case with GS that a given dial color / texture will be a lot more clear in pictures than in real life. It's regrettable IMHO. If one wants a pink dial, they want a pink dial, not an off white one.

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                              Butterfly
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                              I always wondered how the Sakura dial worked, is it different layers of urushi lacquer? Also for a size 39mm watch, it certainly has a significant wrist presence!

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                                Giles
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                                @JDelage said in Watches - another OCD problem:

                                I really like that case shape (62GS).

                                It's often the case with GS that a given dial color / texture will be a lot more clear in pictures than in real life. It's regrettable IMHO. If one wants a pink dial, they want a pink dial, not an off white one.

                                I could not agree more. I really wanted a Sakura for the pinkness. I tried @Cutlasshound 's on, and whilst it was a lovely watch and I coveted it a lot, it was not very pink......

                                "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                  @Giles
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                                  @Giles this model is still readily available and is a lovely frosty pink in person. It is small though…

                                  https://grandseikoboutique.us/products/watch-44gs-55th-limited-sakura-sbgw289

                                  IG: bluehandsslim

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                                    Giles
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                                    Yeah, now that is the one I want....

                                    "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                      Matt
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                                      That's beautiful guys.

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                                        @Giles
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                                        @Giles said in Watches - another OCD problem:

                                        Yeah, now that is the one I want....

                                        I found a good deal on one in St Maarten and almost had the missus on board but in the end was a no go 😖

                                        IG: bluehandsslim

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                                          Matt
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                                          Ha! @Anesthetist We honeymooned there and I recall having very similar conversations in jewelry stores with Katie. 15 years later and much better off we still have the same conversations.

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