Watches - another OCD problem
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Almost positive it's a recent model- not nearly enough wear to be from the early sixties.
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The local IWC boutique had a selection of pieces from the 150th anniversary collection, including the Pallweber in steel.
It's a 45mm watch, so quite big, but felt comfortable on the wrist. The blue lacquer dial is absolutely gorgeous, it's a deep colour that changes with the light. And the changeover of the time has a very satisfying mechanical click.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BiD3xdrHjWT/
I want one!
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I like it.
Not at IWC prices, however.
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I'm starting to trend that way myself. Don't get me wrong, if I'm buying, I'll pick something mainstream 99% of the time. Practicality matters more if it's something I'm going to wear regularly. But if money isn't a concern, then, yeah, bring on the weird.
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Freakin’ love this watch especially on a custom Whisky Shell Cordovan strap. A forever piece…The only one getting old is me.
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YeH and the band says Rolex - I know they are the same Company but I figured they left any Rolex branding for the real thing…
Either way, I really like it.
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Looks like 1 person only? - http://www.samurai-j.com/samurai/blog/?p=17069
"In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Samurai, we will present a watch of special specifications with a samurai stamp on the face of the antique tudor submariner for "one person in lottery". "
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There's a piece at aBlogToWatch about how some of the Swiss companies are restricting supply.
https://www.ablogtowatch.com/why-some-watches-rolex-patek-philippe-impossible-retail/
I wonder if there's less of a masterplan at play than Ariel Adams is suggesting. I'm wondering if (say) Rolex have cut back on production as they tool up for their new movements.
I also suspect that some of these shortages are exaggerated. I've heard a few anecdotes of people placing an order, being told it'll be eighteen months, only for the piece to arrive within a matter of weeks.
I'm surprised that dealers get sent a box of watches each month, rather than having any choice in what they carry. That seems a really stupid way to run a business.
Also, if a buyer can't get their chosen piece, there's a good chance they might buy something more readily available instead. I think that there's got to be a more careful balancing act between supply and demand than the article suggests.
