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Russ Murray
·You are right; it is a fine number. It’s just that most watch boxes seem to favour factors of five or ten... unless, of course, I dispense with the lot and purchase seven three-slot watch rolls and call it a day!
What were your favorite acquisitions in 2025 (watches)?
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hen
·My favorite, least favorite and only acquisition in 2025. For me it was a waste of money getting this, since I never use it. I switched to a more comfortable strap, but my wrist is addicted to the Seamaster.
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zinterz
·My favorite, least favorite and only acquisition in 2025. For me it was a waste of money getting this, since I never use it. I switched to a more comfortable strap, but my wrist is addicted to the Seamaster.
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Tony C.
··Ωf Jury memberAlmost forgot 😀 - a non-date ref. 866 Ingenieur. Not easy to find, especially at a palatable price!
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theluckyluke
·My favorite, least favorite and only acquisition in 2025. For me it was a waste of money getting this, since I never use it. I switched to a more comfortable strap, but my wrist is addicted to the Seamaster.
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Waltesefalcon
·I only made one acquisition this year, an 1892 Columbus Railway King. So, ipso facto, it is my favorite watch purchase this year.
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felsby
··I don't see any option in settings or profileWhy? 21 is the product of a prime number of primes. Great number!
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ddOmega
·These were my purchases in 2025....
Panerai Pam 00673 is a limited edition of 1000 pieces
Panerai Pam 00673 is a limited edition of 1000 pieces
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Pahawi
·I've not bought any the last two years, but I just liked the look of this Yema Superman and since they're not big money, why not.
I know almost nothing about Yema, so maybe I'm about to find out they're crap.... 😬
I know almost nothing about Yema, so maybe I'm about to find out they're crap.... 😬
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JimInOz
··Melbourne AustraliaThis just snuck in at the last minute of 2025.
I think it's my favourite for this year.
I think it's my favourite for this year.
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Aludic
··@SpeedyBirthYearHappy New Year! Let's jointly make 2026 a more inspiring, peaceful and happy year than ever before. 😀 Oh, and let's set the stage for an even greater version of this thread in a years' time. 😀
I took some time to think about my contribution, here it is, on a very cloudy January 1st. I will blame the lack of daylight for the rather poor pictures. 😉
The 2998-6 solidly remains in favourite position, however, it will get company of a 3570.40 Japan Racing.
Then there's a few honorary mentions. Not one, but two 345.0808's of the first LE series of 1000 pieces with copper movement. Although, to be fair, one of the two will have to go. It's listed here.
And finally there's these two, a 145.022-71 and a 166.010. Strictly speaking neither fits in 2025 as they were acquired in late 2024, but they're meaningful to me in 2025 anyway as being the first few watches I've bought as non-runners and serviced myself. With some help and coaching of much more knowledgeable watchmakers, that is. Still, I cherish those as reviving a watch gives a quite special feeling. 😀
By the way: I love this thread. Keep them coming!
I took some time to think about my contribution, here it is, on a very cloudy January 1st. I will blame the lack of daylight for the rather poor pictures. 😉
This is a thread I always love and which makes me think. That reflection typically takes some time and with the significant amount of changes in my collection, this year is no exception. My favourite is easy as 2025 brought me a grail I’ve been hunting for, literally for years… It’s even made it to daily wearer status. 😍
The 2998-6 solidly remains in favourite position, however, it will get company of a 3570.40 Japan Racing.
Then there's a few honorary mentions. Not one, but two 345.0808's of the first LE series of 1000 pieces with copper movement. Although, to be fair, one of the two will have to go. It's listed here.
And finally there's these two, a 145.022-71 and a 166.010. Strictly speaking neither fits in 2025 as they were acquired in late 2024, but they're meaningful to me in 2025 anyway as being the first few watches I've bought as non-runners and serviced myself. With some help and coaching of much more knowledgeable watchmakers, that is. Still, I cherish those as reviving a watch gives a quite special feeling. 😀
By the way: I love this thread. Keep them coming!
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cristos71
·Looking back I had a decent 2025 for watches, so here in chronological order are my best of the year.
Started the year with both this Constellation 2852 and Tissot 6220 from the local watch fair in January
The absolute best find of the year was this beautiful black hobnail Constellation 2782
Scored another 33.3 chrono, this a ref 2393 with a simple dial and nice blued hands.
Then came this lovely black gloss Constellation 168.010, which was actually the first watch I've ever bought via Chrono 24. Later than where my focus lies....but I just couldn't resist the silver gilt dial.
Another 2852, this one with pie-pan dial and quite a heavy patina.
I couldn't help myself when I came across this Constellation Megaquartz, again at a watch fair. The pictures really don't do it justice, when some light catches the dial it is incredibly sparkly. A super accurate movement from when Omega were really pushing the boundaries of what was possible.
And last but not least in late December a 2486 jumbo Cosmic TDMP....also with a lot of patina, but still charming enough on the wrist!
Started the year with both this Constellation 2852 and Tissot 6220 from the local watch fair in January
The absolute best find of the year was this beautiful black hobnail Constellation 2782
Scored another 33.3 chrono, this a ref 2393 with a simple dial and nice blued hands.
Then came this lovely black gloss Constellation 168.010, which was actually the first watch I've ever bought via Chrono 24. Later than where my focus lies....but I just couldn't resist the silver gilt dial.
Another 2852, this one with pie-pan dial and quite a heavy patina.
I couldn't help myself when I came across this Constellation Megaquartz, again at a watch fair. The pictures really don't do it justice, when some light catches the dial it is incredibly sparkly. A super accurate movement from when Omega were really pushing the boundaries of what was possible.
And last but not least in late December a 2486 jumbo Cosmic TDMP....also with a lot of patina, but still charming enough on the wrist!
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gbesq
·I've updated my photos for my 2025's watches. It's maddening to try to get good photos from black dials!
Constellation 2652:
Seamaster 2577:
And this spectacular Seamaster 2577:
Constellation 2652:
Seamaster 2577:
And this spectacular Seamaster 2577:
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Tony C.
··Ωf Jury memberStarted the year with both this Constellation 2852 and Tissot 6220 from the local watch fair in January
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MtV
·Those two acquisitions anger me. So, when the details of the next scheduled edition of that fair are released, I suggest, in the spirit of fairness, that you provide me with the information, and a 45 minute head-start. 😀
Best we can hope for is to enter the fair simultaneously with him and then head in the direction @cristos71 isn’t. 😉
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Aludic
··@SpeedyBirthYearBest we can hope for is to enter the fair simultaneously with him and then head in the direction @cristos71 isn’t. 😉
And that, right there, is my master plan for January 18th. 😇
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