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Alpha
··Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega CollectorNot so long ago -
Came along with another purchase.
Came along with another purchase.
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Arrivals, What Did You Buy Recently?(Watches)
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Togri v. 2.0
··Wow! Custom title... cool
Pardon me but what reference is that? That is very beautiful! Perfect!
DIBS
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Alpha
··Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega CollectorMany thanks, a T17 and I shall pass along the Dibs 👍
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dougiedude
··Carpe horologium!Shopped around eBay for a Mido Multifort today, and ended up with a few.
I've had a bit of a fascination with them for a few months now because of a fascinating history, and their early (1935) use of cork to achieve remarkable water resistance.
circa ~1939 bumper cal 917P:
Might need a bit of algaecide 😲 treatment! (and new crystal)...
I'm not really sure if the hands are correct (they're quite different from what I've seen), but I think they do look good with the dial...
~1957 Multifort Superautomatic Powerwind:
The Mido Multifort was the first (1935) to achieve (claim?) Anti-magnetic, Anti-shock, Water-proof, and self-winding.
A fellow by the name of David Boettcher did extensive research on the brand and it's history, and you can find his write-up here:
http://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/mido.php
I've had a bit of a fascination with them for a few months now because of a fascinating history, and their early (1935) use of cork to achieve remarkable water resistance.
circa ~1939 bumper cal 917P:
Might need a bit of algaecide 😲 treatment! (and new crystal)...
I'm not really sure if the hands are correct (they're quite different from what I've seen), but I think they do look good with the dial...
~1957 Multifort Superautomatic Powerwind:
The Mido Multifort was the first (1935) to achieve (claim?) Anti-magnetic, Anti-shock, Water-proof, and self-winding.
A fellow by the name of David Boettcher did extensive research on the brand and it's history, and you can find his write-up here:
http://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/mido.php
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Alpha
··Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega CollectorSellers images -
After a little spit and polish before it heads off for service -
After a little spit and polish before it heads off for service -
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bazamu
·Against my better instincts, I threw away the rule book and decided "nothing ventured, nothing gained." I have a 321 cal Speedy (hopefully) on the way up from Mexico, purchased from a seller with zero feedback and zero US-based references. All I really had to go on was about 20 emails exchanged back-and-forth last night. If it works, I got the best deal on a watch that I've ever had. If it doesn't, I'll be calling PayPal's Purchase Protection department and feverishly trying to claw back my money.
Fingers crossed, and kids, don't try this at home.
Fingers crossed, and kids, don't try this at home.
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Andy K
·Against my better instincts, I threw away the rule book and decided "nothing ventured, nothing gained." I have a 321 cal Speedy (hopefully) on the way up from Mexico, purchased from a seller with zero feedback and zero US-based references. All I really had to go on was about 20 emails exchanged back-and-forth last night. If it works, I got the best deal on a watch that I've ever had. If it doesn't, I'll be calling PayPal's Purchase Protection department and feverishly trying to claw back my money.
Fingers crossed, and kids, don't try this at home.
I think I saw that one on watchnet, and if legit you got a bargain on a good looking watch. The case, bezel and dial all looked very nice from the pics. Here's hoping you found a good one!
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bazamu
·I think I saw that one on watchnet, and if legit you got a bargain on a good looking watch. The case, bezel and dial all looked very nice from the pics. Here's hoping you found a good one!
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blubarb
··IG: #blubarb19
Badges and book within a week of each other.
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dougiedude
··Carpe horologium!Against my better instincts, I threw away the rule book and decided "nothing ventured, nothing gained." I have a 321 cal Speedy (hopefully) on the way up from Mexico, purchased from a seller with zero feedback and zero US-based references. All I really had to go on was about 20 emails exchanged back-and-forth last night. If it works, I got the best deal on a watch that I've ever had. If it doesn't, I'll be calling PayPal's Purchase Protection department and feverishly trying to claw back my money.
Fingers crossed, and kids, don't try this at home.
Fingers crossed that you 'bought' a good (perhaps foolish?) seller...
Pics when she comes!
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blubarb
··IG: #blubarb19Fingers crossed for you. As Dougiedude says, pics when it arrives please.
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Northernman
··LemaniacWhat have I gotten myself into???😬
Had the chance to buy a few watches from a collection being sold off. Late last night I bought a "project" that holds plenty of possibilities for heartache and grief.... My first Tri-Compax UG. Solid 18K ref 12253 cal 481. 1946-49 serial.
Scarred and in dire need of TLC. For some odd reason the chrono seconds hand have almost disintegrated/corroded. Fortunately it does not appear to have spread, or come, from the movement. Most of the specs on the dial is actually debris from the dissolved hand.....
It came at a price that reflects the sad state. Now it is off to the spa, and hopefully a healthy recovery.😵💫
Anyone has a chrono seconds hand for a cal 481 they can help with knows who to PM!👍
Had the chance to buy a few watches from a collection being sold off. Late last night I bought a "project" that holds plenty of possibilities for heartache and grief.... My first Tri-Compax UG. Solid 18K ref 12253 cal 481. 1946-49 serial.
Scarred and in dire need of TLC. For some odd reason the chrono seconds hand have almost disintegrated/corroded. Fortunately it does not appear to have spread, or come, from the movement. Most of the specs on the dial is actually debris from the dissolved hand.....
It came at a price that reflects the sad state. Now it is off to the spa, and hopefully a healthy recovery.😵💫
Anyone has a chrono seconds hand for a cal 481 they can help with knows who to PM!👍
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pitpro
·Benrus DTU-2/AP MIL-W-3818
Parkerized Vietnam era pilots issue.
With a woven calf Tessuto strap.
The watch Steve McQueen wore in the
The movie Bullitt. All original including crown.
A gift for my son.
Parkerized Vietnam era pilots issue.
With a woven calf Tessuto strap.
The watch Steve McQueen wore in the
The movie Bullitt. All original including crown.
A gift for my son.
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M_franco
·@Northernman doubt you sell this anytime soon or ever for that matter but dibs!!
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Alpha
··Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega CollectorGot to get away from this 🤬 weather, both boys now ready 😀
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CdnWatchDoc
·Benrus DTU-2/AP MIL-W-3818
Parkerized Vietnam era pilots issue.
With a woven calf Tessuto strap.
The watch Steve McQueen wore in the
The movie Bullitt. All original including crown.
A gift for my son.
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Northernman
··Lemaniac30-50mm forecast here today🙁!
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Alpha
··Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector
Another purchase required, a little backup for Eurotunnel 😉
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styggpyggeno1
·what do you mean by Parkerized?
A chemical and heating process where steel gets a rust protective surface and some extra wear resistance. Looks like a flat/matte greyish colour. I would not know of it unless earlier involved in vintage cars and motorbikes. Some googleing would give you a better explanation than mine.
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