MAJ75 922 Posted January 7, 2018 Spurred on by @Foxindebox 's recent excellent SOTC thread I thought I would round up the latest happenings in my world. So please see below where my collection currently sits. In 2017 I rationalised the Rolex part of the collection & bought a couple of nice gens along the way. I have been disciplined in maintaining a proper daily rotation & there are only a couple that stay in the box, so will probably hit M2M at some stage this year. One observation that I would like to make as I have read much on the subject is that I derive as much pleasure from wearing the Portuguese or TC LV as I do from wearing the gen Speedy or Navitimer to my mind there is absolutely no difference in the "feel" on the wrist, it is a purely psychological thing thinking that because something costs 10X the price that it actually makes a discernible difference...because in my experience it doesn't. I love being part of this community & in many ways it is more rewarding than the activity that goes on in gen forums. At the bottom I have shared my plans for what I hope 2018 holds. Lets start with the current Reps: Rolex Submariner 1680 - WatchguyUSA Build Killer creamy/puffy lumed dial from Minh Quy, beautiful ghost insert & tan vintage strap......... Franken Datejusts Linen Dial SS/WG - A fair few genuine parts. TT Built by our very own @ROLIE , with genuine dial. TC X2 TC LV One of my earliest purchases back in the time when supply was more plentiful. I wear this weekly without fail condition remains flawless. TC LV 2 (with black insert) Fortunate to pick this second one up M2M, I'm thinking about getting a gen dial, insert & crystal...we'll see. Space Dweller I was extremely fortunate to pick up this rare piece in another M2M deal, I had lusted after it for months after first seeing pictures, then subsequently reading about how the gen came about & how long its life span lasted. Again one of the more appreciated of my collection by fellow members & I love wearing it on a weekly basis, looks great in more casual circumstances. IWC 3714 Along with the TC LV this is my most worn rep. It is the latest ZF with slim case/movement. I am thinking extremely carefully about buying the gen in 2018, however the closeness of this replication makes me wonder..... Patek Philippe 530 This elicits quite a few comments when worn, I just love the fact that the replicators/factories had the foresight to produce a version of this classic vintage reference. Breitling Navitimer Let’s start by saying that although I appreciate it has a particularly busy dial it remains one of my favourite watch designs of all time. Many struggle to see past the sunken date wheel, but generally I never let these details bother me I appreciate these for what they are. There is something delicate about the 7750 movement in this one and for many reasons it sits in the box looking pretty most of the time so remains in as new condition as a consequence. Tudor Black Bay Superb rep that I had near the top of the list for a while, was glad to pick up a nice example on the M2M board here. As others had suggested it has brought a little colour to the collection..... Panerai 338 Lovely clean design & my first venture into PAM territory. 42mm case & hand wind works perfectly for me. It’s a super quality watch that I’m sure I will enjoy wearing & will certainly cover my brand requirements for the time being. I’m not a huge fan of the larger cases or the designs with the crown guard. I do like the vintage looking pieces so perhaps one of those might find their way into the collection over time Genuine Watches Rolex Oyster Precisions 6694 & 6494 I was delighted to find a 1978 Oyster Precision in a lovely combination of silver sunburst dial with gilt baton markers on an oyster bracelet. It is in great condition with box & I actually wear it more often than any of the others. It keeps great time & I wind it daily. Ironically I actually originally wanted a silver face with gold markers & a few weeks after the 6694 I found a 6494 on leather band on the bay at an excellent price which was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up so now I have two that fight for wrist time, I do like the variety that one has a steel band whilst the other is on a croc strap. Heuer 7725S & Breitling Top Time Both of these late 60's pieces remain in the collection. Longines Conquest Moonphase I felt I needed a Moonphase in the collection. I love the Longines Conquest series & was pondering buying the standard non-chrono when I stumbled across this 2002 example.....the rest is history.... Omega Seamaster Chrono (145.029) & Omega Speedmaster Pro (145.022) The Seamaster is dated 1978 it looks great on either the gold bracelet or a leather strap, it works like a charm & has the added bonus of original box & papers. The Speedy Pro was picked up towards the end of 2017, one of those pieces that isn't so well replicated due to sub-dial spacing/movement issues. I actually love the design aesthetics & I'm not as hooked as some on the Space history aspect. It came with the bracelet but I prefer wearing it on leather. Breitling Navitimer 81600 My last purchase, this piece dates back to around 87 and was a transitional model that uses the same Lemania movement as the Speedy Pro. Really enjoying owning it so far. So what does 2018 have in store? Hopefully a couple of IWC reps. Maybe a genuine IWC 3714. Reducing the collection to 14 pieces tops..... The pieces I sold over the last year............... A last thought.... I am still intending on buying a genuine Submariner either a 14060 or a 5513.....the only thing that will stop me is if the prices keep rising as they are currently as I am hoping to purchase as soon my mortgage is paid off........... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted January 7, 2018 Great current collection matey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted January 7, 2018 Great, great collection with some very carefully chosen piece ! Thanks for sharing ! I've already said it in the topic dedicated to it, but this Breitling 81600 is beautiful ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,273 Posted January 7, 2018 Gorgeous collection and nicely photographed, thanks for taking the time to do it and for sharing! By the way, if you ever want to sell your Kermit, I know just the buyer! I'll give you a clue; he's Ginger and his username rhymes with 'hubba'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveg9 1 Posted January 7, 2018 Thanks for sharing, what a great collection. Gives this particular noob plenty to think about... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted January 7, 2018 You've got the best taste. Simply superb collection. Enjoy mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,376 Posted January 7, 2018 You know what I think about your collection my fried it just ouzes class and the more I read from you the more I think you are a class act yourself pal. Congratulations on an outstanding collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted January 8, 2018 4 hours ago, Mr_B said: Great current collection matey Thanks Sir, feels strange not being in imminent purchasing mode for a while.......... 2 hours ago, Glaude said: Great, great collection with some very carefully chosen piece ! Thanks for sharing ! I've already said it in the topic dedicated to it, but this Breitling 81600 is beautiful ! Thanks for the kind words my friend, well appreciated. 1 hour ago, GingerBubba said: Gorgeous collection and nicely photographed, thanks for taking the time to do it and for sharing! By the way, if you ever want to sell your Kermit, I know just the buyer! I'll give you a clue; he's Ginger and his username rhymes with 'hubba'. It was my pleasure & thank you. The Kermit is most likely going with me to the grave! 1 hour ago, steveg9 said: Thanks for sharing, what a great collection. Gives this particular noob plenty to think about... Ther main thing is to enjoy the hobby for yourself mate & don't agonise over the smallest detail...that way it will be more fun............ 1 hour ago, NCRich said: You've got the best taste. Simply superb collection. Enjoy mate. Thanks for your steadfast support Rich, means a great deal. 43 minutes ago, splke said: You know what I think about your collection my fried it just ouzes class and the more I read from you the more I think you are a class act yourself pal. Congratulations on an outstanding collection. Great to have such a compliment from an established forum stalwart & a true gentleman like yourself, thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,273 Posted January 8, 2018 4 minutes ago, MAJ75 said: The Kermit is most likely going with me to the grave! I can wait. Just let me know where you're being buried. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paccbet 7,176 Posted January 8, 2018 My ideal collection! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,462 Posted January 8, 2018 Superb collection my friend, perfectly balanced and curated... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 462 Posted January 8, 2018 Superb collection mate. Some lovely pieces there (in fact, not a bad choice in sight). Congratulations on the 1680, Heuer 7725s and Speedie pro in particular. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,518 Posted January 8, 2018 Absolutely fantastic collection. I think you have got the perfect balance (though the space dweller looks out of place - I can help you out there and send it to me ) thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suk 0 Posted January 8, 2018 Great collection!Gesendet von iPhone mit Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davesjourney 27 Posted January 8, 2018 Yep, I echo all the above comments. Some yummy pieces in there and a wonderful and varied collection. Class. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiruku 25 Posted January 8, 2018 Amazing collection as always mate - loving that 1680. Im just finishing up a Mini Fiddy build with @kilowattore if you are looking to head down a smaller vintage Pam route. Can highly recommend his work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted January 8, 2018 Absolutely marvellous!! The 1680 takes the cake for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted January 8, 2018 8 hours ago, GingerBubba said: I can wait. Just let me know where you're being buried. LOL....perhaps when my affairs are put in order, however @GC gets first dibs on the collection....... 7 hours ago, paccbet said: My ideal collection! I've noticed we have similar taste Sir............. 6 hours ago, GC said: Superb collection my friend, perfectly balanced and curated... Cheers Bud, in a similar manner to yourself I can't see it changing too much on the incoming front. 1 hour ago, Foxindebox said: Superb collection mate. Some lovely pieces there (in fact, not a bad choice in sight). Congratulations on the 1680, Heuer 7725s and Speedie pro in particular. Thanks for the inspiration mate & the kind words. 1 hour ago, Boomoo284 said: Absolutely fantastic collection. I think you have got the perfect balance (though the space dweller looks out of place - I can help you out there and send it to me ) thanks for sharing. You've always been 1st in line should the Space Dweller move on, just can't promise that'll be anytime soon. 1 hour ago, Suk said: Great collection! Gesendet von iPhone mit Tapatalk Thanks mate. 34 minutes ago, Davesjourney said: Yep, I echo all the above comments. Some yummy pieces in there and a wonderful and varied collection. Class. Cheers Dave, hope that beautiful VC still makes the rotation? 3 minutes ago, Thommo82 said: Absolutely marvellous!! The 1680 takes the cake for me Thanks for the props, the 1680 seems a popular one.....here's a couple more piccies........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted January 8, 2018 It’s the ghost effect/puffy lume/leather strap combo that makes it perfect Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,136 Posted January 8, 2018 Lovely collection. Fabulous pictures. As always............you make every watch you photograph look desirable. Thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wizzzard 9 Posted January 8, 2018 Great collection fella - congratulations! Classy indeed. Thank you for taking the time to share. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted January 8, 2018 Great collection Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the_datta 0 Posted January 8, 2018 Impeccable taste and collection Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.Corbeil 0 Posted January 8, 2018 (edited) Stunning collection, well thought-out and rounded! You definitively have found your central theme (I haven’t yet!). Please do post more pictures, as your photography is really impreccable! Edited January 8, 2018 by S.Corbeil Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davesjourney 27 Posted January 8, 2018 Yep @MAJ75, the VC is still there, mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
