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    Dans
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 4 Mar 2021

    Oh man anyone see Omegas summer blue collection today? 🔥 i finally got a used Railmaster in blue denim otherwise I’d be saving for that 😕

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      JDelage
      啓蒙家
      Joined: 13 Jan 2012

      New H.Moser flyback chrono Streamliner, first boutique edition from Moser. It's stunning and completely unattainable for most of us....

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      The video is awesome.

      last edited by JDelage 27 Jun 2023, 13:56 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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        Graeme
        啓蒙家
        Joined: 30 Mar 2012

        @Dans the blue Omegas are nice, but the highlight of that collection has to be the PloProf, which is the central watch in the below photo. That said, I'd prefer the titanium model from a few years ago.

        Omega Seamaster Blue

        @JDelage are you getting the Moser?

        Singer Reimagined were the original users of the Agenhor chronograph movement that the Moser shares, and they've just unveiled the 1969 models, which are slightly more compact and slightly more retro. They look really nice.

        Singer 1969 Watches

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          JDelage
          啓蒙家
          Joined: 13 Jan 2012

          @Graeme - No, I already have a green Streamliner...

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            WhiskeySandwich
            啓蒙家
            Joined: 1 Mar 2023

            When it comes to watches, like most things - I’m pretty unrefined. I’m hard on my stuff, but I do prefer autos. The Russians fit the bill.
            Komandirskiye and Amphibia are fun to mod and hold up well enough, and I dig the weird styling.
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            "The greatest obstacle to living is expectancy, which hangs upon tomorrow and loses today...The whole future lies in uncertainty: Live immediately."
            -Seneca

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              Ross
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 6 Dec 2021

              @WhiskeySandwich "Unrefined"? not at all! I think "cultured" is the word you're looking for 😆

              im in the same boat and I swear by my Amphibia for the daily, so much so I built my own from modified parts, on hot days like today I wind up with Yuri Gargarin's face imprinted on the back on my wrist

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                WhiskeySandwich
                啓蒙家
                @Ross
                Joined: 1 Mar 2023

                @Ross Nice one! Gotta love the Ministry. Yeah these two get more wear than my Orients or my Seiko. They're great dailies. By "unrefined" I really just mean by comparison to many of the high-end pieces I see throughout this thread. I'd LOVE to get a Seamaster, I just know that I'd destroy it and it doesn't deserve that, lol. Most times I can't have nice things. IH Jeans and such are one thing I'm willing to overspend on though, because unlike a nice timepiece I think they get better as they wear out. There are few things that have that quality.

                "The greatest obstacle to living is expectancy, which hangs upon tomorrow and loses today...The whole future lies in uncertainty: Live immediately."
                -Seneca

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                  Ross
                  IHUK Crew
                  Joined: 6 Dec 2021

                  @WhiskeySandwich Yep, exactly that. at least if one of these gets some dinks or scratches (which mine certainly has after 10 years service) it doesn't really matter at all and I can keep a nice watch in reserve for occasions.

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                    Pipeboss713
                    Haraki san Expert
                    Joined: 4 Jan 2021

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                    Variety, the spice of life.

                    “He who guards his mouth, protects his life”
                    Proverbs 13:3

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                      JDelage
                      啓蒙家
                      Joined: 13 Jan 2012

                      That Explorer II is my grail watch.

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                        ddtrash
                        Haraki san Expert
                        Joined: 2 Dec 2010

                        Speaking of Explorer models. I picked up the 2023 release Explorer 40mm today. It is a nice compliment to my 2006 36mm 114270 reference.

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                        The above watch is the 36mm reference on my wrist.

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                        The above picture is the 40mm reference on the wrist with the 36mm in the background.

                        There is no 'I' in team …............ however there are five in 'individual brilliance'.

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                          Anesthetist
                          見習いボス
                          Joined: 14 May 2011

                          Nice Explorers! I have the 36mm which I believe is a 2006 as well. Which will you wear more?

                          IG: bluehandsslim

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                            ddtrash
                            Haraki san Expert
                            Joined: 2 Dec 2010

                            Hi @Anesthetist, nice to hear that there is a fellow Explorer wearer among the forum group.

                            Easy question to answer but maybe not for the typical reasons you would expect. The 40mm will get more wear despite me preferring the 36mm version. The 36mm watch was a gift I bought for my Father which he took a great deal of pride in wearing. I inherited the piece back in 2019 when he passed away. Since then I have had it serviced and have worn it occasionally.

                            The 40mm watch is a daily wear robust piece while still giving a nod of recognition to my Dad. I can now keep his 36mm watch saved for special occasions.

                            Sentiment aside here are a few observations between the two models. The older 36mm model wears more comfortably due to a couple of things, smaller case size and the lighter hollow bracelet and stamped folding clasp. Yes that old tinny stamped clasp is way more comfortable than the modern engineered clasps, no contest.

                            The 40mm version feels more solid when handled due to the modern bracelet and clasp but this does not translate into a more comfortable wear. It is a comfortable watch but not as much so as the 36mm version.

                            I had been looking at the 39mm MKII version for a while but was reluctant to pay the Grey premium for these models. There is loads of watch forum debate regarding the 39mm MKII vs the new 40mm version, looks like most folks fall into one of two camps:

                            1. 39mm is best due to matte dial and more balanced dial layout with the Explorer text at the 6 o'clock position.
                            2. 40mm is best due to the 21mm bracelet giving a better taper into the case. The larger crown which is easier to handle. The more modern movement with better power reserve and accuracy. The dial text layout is historically correct.

                            I would have been 100% happy with either the 39 or 40mm versions. I suspect the argument in favour of the 39mm piece is put forward by current 39mm owners and the argument for the 40mm piece put for ward by prospective owners. I got offered the 40mm from an AD at retail price so it was an easy decision. The 40mm is probably more of a close tribute to the 36mm I already have as both dials are gloss and the layout of the text is the same on both dials.

                            I had considered getting the current 36mm model, however this this would then be in direct competition with my dads watch. The change in size to the 40mm is enough of a change to justify having both in the collection. Twisted logic maybe??

                            The more I looked into Explorer 1 design, you realise that it is a rabbit hole all of it's own with minute differences debated to the nth degree. There are no wrong answers and you can justify any of the models any way you like.

                            There is no 'I' in team …............ however there are five in 'individual brilliance'.

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                              Graeme
                              啓蒙家
                              Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                              @ddtrash that Explorer looks lovely, but please leave some nice watches for the rest of us!

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                                louisbosco
                                啓蒙家
                                @ddtrash
                                Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                                @ddtrash at the rate they're selling their watches, I'd take anything they offer.

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

                                • Harvey Specter
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                                  ddtrash
                                  Haraki san Expert
                                  Joined: 2 Dec 2010

                                  @louisbosco 100% agree, while demand is outstripping supply it is difficult to turn down any steel Rolex piece at retail price.

                                  I was very pleased to be offered this piece as it is from a new AD to me. The old AD I was using in London closed and all my retail history with them disappeared overnight.

                                  One of the sales assistant from the old AD has got a new job at another jewellers. Very pleased that the sales assistant was able to champion my cause at the new dealership. Great to be offered a 2023 new release piece from a new AD. Hopefully I can keep going and pick up a few more pieces, let’s see.

                                  There is no 'I' in team …............ however there are five in 'individual brilliance'.

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                                    doubletee
                                    Haraki san Prodigy
                                    Joined: 20 Feb 2023

                                    Pink OP

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                                      louisbosco
                                      啓蒙家
                                      @ddtrash
                                      Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                                      @ddtrash that's a brilliant gesture on the SA's part. I guess, that a meaningful connection worth keeping. it's crazy how every Rolex boutique I go to nowadays have empty displays and folks just standing about.

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

                                      • Harvey Specter
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                                        Pipeboss713
                                        Haraki san Expert
                                        @ddtrash
                                        Joined: 4 Jan 2021

                                        @ddtrash awesome comment
                                        I have a 36mm from 06 as well and I want a 40mm Witt the current band but torn if I should
                                        I think imma hunt one down

                                        “He who guards his mouth, protects his life”
                                        Proverbs 13:3

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                                          Pipeboss713
                                          Haraki san Expert
                                          Joined: 4 Jan 2021

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                                          “He who guards his mouth, protects his life”
                                          Proverbs 13:3

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