Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 20, 2017 Evening Ladies and Germs Recieved a (1989?) Titus 06-0481 today that I snagged from the 'Bay for $41 AUD Was drawn to this model as it has a compass feature controlled by the second crown at 4. I don't have the foggiest how to use it, I'm guessing you gotta line something up with Uranus and then you can find true north even when standing upside down in line at KFC at midnight. Quartz movement, not sure if it's ETA though. Case is 38mm without crown, which is about as small as I can go without feeling uncomfortably feminin. Has some scratches on what I'm guessing is plexi, which I will attempt to buff out. Scratches on bracelet and clasp are only noticeable up close, but I doubt I'll polish them out as it gives a vintage piece a bit of character with a scar or two don't ya think? Movement hacks, and though I only set it 5 hours ago, it is running spot on to the second. Here's a few pics for your greedy little eyes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted November 20, 2017 Nice pickup for the money Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted November 20, 2017 Now that's a nice find... Well done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 20, 2017 12 minutes ago, Moondustesp said: Nice pickup for the money 5 minutes ago, greg_r said: Now that's a nice find... Well done Thanks guys, I'm really happy with it. Looks better in person than it did on the eBay ad. Funnily enough, I was the only bidder! Reserve was $40 AUD, I put $60 on it and went to bed. Was pretty happy to get it for the price I did Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 20, 2017 Have been polishing the crystal since I posted this, scratches still very visible, but getting there. This is going to cause me some muscle damage..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted November 20, 2017 I have a Seiko with a compass bezel. I was shown how to use it, but God forbid I ever get lost in the woods because I can't remember a word of those instructions. I just like the double crown look of the watch. Nice find, enjoy the watch, compass and all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 20, 2017 Lume still good 7 minutes ago, TheTinMan said: I have a Seiko with a compass bezel. I was shown how to use it, but God forbid I ever get lost in the woods because I can't remember a word of those instructions. I just like the double crown look of the watch. Nice find, enjoy the watch, compass and all. I'm gonna find out how to use it tomorrow and post it here. But right now, sleep Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted November 20, 2017 Nice find! Not on DhGate so it doesn't count toward competition points. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 4,008 Posted November 20, 2017 Nice get mate, well done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 20, 2017 7 hours ago, NCRich said: Nice find! Not on DhGate so it doesn't count toward competition points. Got a couple incoming from the good old gate, and I found the Speedy, so pointsfor that are totally mine, but you will probably receive yours first. Fucking Australia post 7 hours ago, brang1 said: Nice get mate, well done Cheers mate. He's an Aussie seller too. Deals in rare vintage pieces. Had a chat with him, nice bloke. Gets lots of NOS too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,873 Posted November 20, 2017 I’m intrigued by the compass! Great catch at that price too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xpletiv 16 Posted November 25, 2017 Wait.....so when do you feel comfortably feminine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted November 25, 2017 4 hours ago, Xpletiv said: Wait.....so when do you feel comfortably feminine? When I’m wearing your underwear Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
