Watches - another OCD problem
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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.
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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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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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I'm leaning towards the mark xx. been eying that too.
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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 me too in theory. One of the good things about an ebauche is almost anyone can service it.
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Panerai 127 'Fiddy' - daily beater only ever worn on Kevin 'ADEEOS' Rogers straps!
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Looks great Gary, more pics in the sun when you have the time please
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I have the IWC Spitfire Chrono. Although I love it, I would pick either of my Grand Seiko’s any day of the week!
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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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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.
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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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@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......
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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
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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
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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.
