Watches - another OCD problem

[MTpockets]

Couple years now with the SM 300. And a fairly new pair of 19 oz lefties (maybe 25 wears).

[PJ]

Wabash and my 3536-01 from ‘99 that just came back from service

[Danimal506]

@PJ I’ve never seen one of these before. Very clean design! I love it

[Bridger]

@MTpockets I like your Seamaster.

I have been trying to find an old model Railmaster in 42mm on the bracelet but there are not many out there

[PJ]

@Danimal506 thx. Yeah IWC made some nice tool watches back then. This is the titanium version . Same watch also came in stainless steel. They show up for sale once in a blue moon.
Cheers

[IrishHeart]

@Bridger I bought the 39mm version in 2009 and still love it. Really underrated watch in my opinion.

[Bridger]

@IrishHeart totally agree that it is underrated.

I really like the subtle style compared with some of the Omegas in the line up.

I have lusted after it for over 15 years now.

Do you wear it on the bracelet?

[IrishHeart]

@Bridger I do wear it on the bracelet. I originally bought it on the leather strap which was my preference at the time, but I got it serviced last year and swapped for the bracelet. It was genuinely like having a new watch and I love it.

[Bridger]

@PJ I have just looked up this watch and seen that it was 2000m!

At first glance I assumed it was 200m.

Holy Scooby snacks, that is deeeeep...

[Bridger]

@IrishHeart Yes, I bet if feels like a completely different watch between the bracelet and a strap.

I feel like that with my IWC Mark XV, which I prefer on the strap as I think the bracelet is too formal. However, I much prefer my MM300 on a bracelet. So, it depends on the watch and what look you're after I guess.

[Selvedger]

@Bridger not on the original calf strap, that is stored away, it's currently on a perforated racing strap with deployant clasp. My Monaco is the first McQueen re-issue from the late 90s, 1/5000. I love it! The lume has patina'd nicely. Sometimes I wear it on the modern Monaco bracelet.

[Mizmazzle]

@Subprime is that the 40mm? Gorgeous watch

[Subprime]

@Mizmazzle Thank you! It's the 39mm, ref. 214270 with the MK2 dial

[Bridger]

@Selvedger That is a really nice piece. I like the simplicity of the cleaner face. I like it on the bracelet too.

Mine is a newer more busy version (not as cool as yours).

I like it on the strap with a Panerai style buckle.

[MTpockets]

@Bridger - thanks.

Meant to respond sooner. Did you ever consider the trilogy Railmaster? Has a look similar to my 300. I almost pulled the trigger on that Railmaster before. Also tough to find as they only made 3500 or so of them.

[Giles]

Today, because I need a stopwatch at the gym....

[Bridger]

@MTpockets I have seen the trilogy Railmaster, and don't mind it.
However, there is something about the details of face of the previous version that I particularly like, which is why I lust for it.

If I was just generally looking for a smart blackfaced watch, I would probably scratch the Grand Seiko itch before an Omega.

[MTpockets]

@Bridger - good point on Grand Seiko. But I wouldn't waste a GS purchase on a black dial. Any GS I would pick up would have to feature a lighter, textured dial. White Birch comes to mind.

[Giles]

or.......

https://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/post/848871

[Bridger]

@MTpockets - I hear you! However, I have a thing for black dials (and denim)

@Giles - that's a beautiful piece - I like it on the leather strap too