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Arrivals, What Did You Buy Recently?(Watches)

  1. DirtyDozen12 Ω 1

    DirtyDozen12 Thanks, mystery donor! Nov 5, 2015

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    The ball is in your court Sir
     
  2. Darlinboy Ω 2

    Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Nov 5, 2015

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    A Defy diver.

    Wasn't expecting the box that came with it, so it was a nice surprise.

    Anyone know if the box is the right one for this reference?

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  3. MMMD

    MMMD unaffiliated curmudgeonly absurdist & polyologist Nov 5, 2015

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    The box is probably younger than the watch, but they're not that far apart. The Defy is probably from around 1969, and the box might be mid 70's.
     
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  4. citizenrich

    citizenrich Metal Mixer! Nov 5, 2015

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    Score! Is that a GF bracelet? If I'm not mistaken, I see these sell/trade for 400 to 600 usd when offered for sale...maybe more??
     
  5. TheCaptainOfTech

    TheCaptainOfTech Nov 5, 2015

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    Not watch related but I bought a pair of sneakers from the Balmain HM release today
     
  6. Jonatan

    Jonatan Nov 6, 2015

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    Got this watch about three weeks ago and had some bracelet problems at customs. Well I got the Fedex bill today!
    Plus I got this UG for 55chf thinking I would use the hands and original crown on another but it's actually better then expected. I fell guilty using it for pieces.
     
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  7. Darlinboy Ω 2

    Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Nov 6, 2015

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    Thanks much!

    Doubt this version of the GF is worth that much. One that fit an early El Primero maybe. It never looked so to me, but the bracelet is quite comfortable on the wrist, and has very secure double-close clasp - very well-made.
     
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  8. citizenrich

    citizenrich Metal Mixer! Nov 6, 2015

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    Ahhhh, that's why I hedged a bit. Wasn't sure. Guy Freres bracelets are worth good money - some a lot more than others. There are dudes here who know every single detail about Zenith - I'm not one of 'em lol

    I have a single El Primero which I bought years ago for practically nothing. I wish I bought 20, lulzzzz,,,but I'd murder myself if I obsessed about what I could've and should've done with watches.
     
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  9. Jonatan

    Jonatan Nov 6, 2015

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    its a cal 332 mechanical so probably not that interesting.
     
  10. jordn

    jordn Wants to be called Frank for some odd reason Nov 6, 2015

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    Original box/strap/buckle. Serviced, ready for wear :)

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  11. Frunkinator

    Frunkinator Keep tickin & tockin, work it all around the clock Nov 6, 2015

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    Picked this guy up yesterday!
     
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  12. DirtyDozen12 Ω 1

    DirtyDozen12 Thanks, mystery donor! Nov 6, 2015

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    Breathtaking!
     
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  13. khmt2

    khmt2 Nov 6, 2015

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  14. Selbo

    Selbo Nov 6, 2015

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    Wow, this is amazing! Would love to see more pictures of this beauty when you're able.
     
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  15. 1685

    1685 Nov 6, 2015

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    These for light winter and whisk(e)y reading for my continuing knowledge only as "I shall only change watch straps".
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  16. jose75

    jose75 Nov 6, 2015

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    This..!!!

    Pics from the seller..!!

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  17. Tony C. Ω 2

    Tony C. Ωf Jury member Nov 6, 2015

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    Early high-end model, and predecessor to the iconic Grand Seiko

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  18. abrod520 Ω 2

    abrod520 Nov 6, 2015

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  19. LouS Ω 2

    LouS Mrs Nataf's Other Son Staff Member Nov 6, 2015

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    Matt Bain? Very nice example. Second (or third or whatever) the motion for a more detailed presentation of this one...
     
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  20. Darlinboy Ω 2

    Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Nov 6, 2015

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    Fourth or fifth it... more pics and details please @jordn !
     
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