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THE DC COLLECTION UPDATE

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At time of writing this is (almost) the full extent of the current DC collection. We're down to 11, one of which isn't pictured which is my DateJust (it's on loan), but here's the rest...

 

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My most worn occupy the winder for obvious reasons, the 5227g and the 5711a, that's formal and casual nicely taken care of in two Miyota powered time and date only watches...

 

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Then easily the next most used watch in my stable, the 5970g, it's not perfect but it's as close as a rep is likely to get, great size, superb genuine gator strap, deployant clasp, and solid as a rock, this thing never rattles or makes any sound, super classy. It's neighbour is the questionably modified "RWG tiffany dial sub" which I've dubbed as that in light of the fact it's been owned by a significant number of members here... and it has a tiffany dial. It has unexplainably long power reserve despite being completely un-waterproof...

 

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Oh A7750 movements, how I hate thee. Both my 5980s (the r and the a) have issues. One barely winds and so stops constantly, and the other the crown no longer screws down, which isn't technically the A7750s fault but still, all my other watches are fine so why these two gotta give me grief?! They're very pretty though, the 5980r sports a few scrapes on the bezel from my stag do, so it has sentimental value for that reason, and as it's broken I couldn't sell it anyway, but maybe one day I'll get her fixed... or the A7750 replaced! And alongside the chronos the rarest of my collection, to this day the only one I have seen anywhere, the 5107g on another lovely gen gator strap, and the 5711g which I bought then sold then bought again and will never sell again (till I go gen maybe) which is on gen Patek strap...

 

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Then, for when I'm feeling a little like a pimp, the Royal Oak Chronograph in full rose gold! Bling aside it's a superb watch, and being quartz it's always ready to wear. And last but by no means least, occupying the Patek box, one of my oldest reps besides the DateJust, the SW200 version of the Aquanaut. Good for any occasion, reliable silent movement, understated and still the most comfortable watch I've ever worn...

 

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So there you have it. Still not a great deal of brand variety, but that's about to change with a little something I have incoming ;)!!

 

Feel free to lend me your thoughts!!

 

Peace out...

 

DC

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shinjun

I like your setup mate, looking to buy a watchwinder myself!

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Robin195959

Obviously treasured and well cared for DC. Liking the Calatrva's a lot

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Obviously treasured and well cared for DC. Liking the Calatrva's a lot

 

Thanks buddy, I gotta say out of all of them the 5227 is the one that you could easily think was gen, it's that well finished. You know that "look" that gens have in the boutique, all shiny and perfect, it has that look!!

 

DC

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Obviously treasured and well cared for DC. Liking the Calatrva's a lot

 

Thanks buddy, I gotta say out of all of them the 5227 is the one that you could easily think was gen, it's that well finished. You know that "look" that gens have in the boutique, all shiny and perfect, it has that

look!!

Oh yes..it does..and mines on its merry way from Mr. Bravo as we speak.

DC

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Robin195959
Obviously treasured and well cared for DC. Liking the Calatrva's a lot

 

Thanks buddy, I gotta say out of all of them the 5227 is the one that you could easily think was gen, it's that well finished. You know that "look" that gens have in the boutique, all shiny and perfect, it has that look!!

 

DC

 

Which TD?

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Gazzla

Great collection! :thumbsup:

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Obviously treasured and well cared for DC. Liking the Calatrva's a lot

 

Thanks buddy, I gotta say out of all of them the 5227 is the one that you could easily think was gen, it's that well finished. You know that "look" that gens have in the boutique, all shiny and perfect, it has that look!!

 

DC

 

Which TD?

 

Perfect Clones!

 

DC

 

Great collection! :thumbsup:

 

Ta :)

 

DC

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Godfathar

Weird enough. I know all your collection, (swear not a stalker), only one I never knew about is the Tiffany sub. It's totally unexpected!

 

I'm sad and a bit disappointed to know that both 7750 watches are giving you trouble. I know how much you love this model. Do you think all of them have issues? Or you weren't lucky with yours? Still I don't see myself getting one anytime soon but eventually I will. I know myself.

 

Wear your collection in good health my friend. And looking forward to seeing the one you saw at Dubai airport in the gen section soon. ;)

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Weird enough. I know all your collection, (swear not a stalker), only one I never knew about is the Tiffany sub. It's totally unexpected!

 

I'm sad and a bit disappointed to know that both 7750 watches are giving you trouble. I know how much you love this model. Do you think all of them have issues? Or you weren't lucky with yours? Still I don't see myself getting one anytime soon but eventually I will. I know myself.

 

Wear your collection in good health my friend. And looking forward to seeing the one you saw at Dubai airport in the gen section soon. ;)

 

I don't know if they all have issues or if I've just been unlucky, or maybe because I bought some of the first ones when they came out maybe they hadn't quite perfected them yet, lol! I do wish I'd bought the grey dial in rose gold rather than the brown, so maybe I'll buy the grey dial and transplant the movement and dial into my case. The Donerix strap I have on it is the best he ever made for me, really looks like the gen strap!

 

DC

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George.

Ah, so you have the Tiffany dial sub now! I bought that from Andrew about 2 years ago ;)

 

Who else has owned it? I know there ire a few others but it would be interesting to map its progress through the membership :D

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PS, I think the 'questionable mods' are due to someone sticking the dial and hands in an oven or something.... Weird.

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Ah, so you have the Tiffany dial sub now! I bought that from Andrew about 2 years ago ;)

 

Who else has owned it? I know there ire a few others but it would be interesting to map its progress through the membership :D

 

Its history starts with you, then it was Markrfc who carried out the mods, he moved it on to Hazz, who then passed it through the hands of the now departed StormyNight and on to my good friend Pseudonym from whom I was gifted it!

 

DC

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Ah, so you have the Tiffany dial sub now! I bought that from Andrew about 2 years ago ;)

 

Who else has owned it? I know there ire a few others but it would be interesting to map its progress through the membership :D

 

Its history starts with you, then it was Markrfc who carried out the mods, he moved it on to Hazz, who then passed it through the hands of the now departed StormyNight and on to my good friend Pseudonym from whom I was gifted it!

 

DC

 

 

Wow this is a rare beast! A watch that made it through the Hazz trap!!!!

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dudermania

Beautiful collection mate. I do sincerely believe that a collection isn't just a bunch of watches that you buy - there needs to be a thought behind it and an ethos and your collection is really up there.

 

I've been thinking to get a a 5970 myself actually - is that a faux moonphase? Is there a really good version out there at the moment?

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Beautiful collection mate. I do sincerely believe that a collection isn't just a bunch of watches that you buy - there needs to be a thought behind it and an ethos and your collection is really up there.

 

I've been thinking to get a a 5970 myself actually - is that a faux moonphase? Is there a really good version out there at the moment?

 

You'll struggle with the 5970 mate, not available any longer and not aware of anyone else who's got one. It's worth checking with TS watches just in case it's back but I know a few people who've tried and failed!

 

DC

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Martijn0007

Great collection DC! :drool:

 

I have to say, I've sold most of my reps and didn't plan on buying any new ones but I'm seriously tempted to get a 5227g now....

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bech312

Great collection!

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Stewart

Looks almost like a jewelry store window! Super nice collection!

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Mahoney

Awesome presentation and a great collection of watches.

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reklamezonen

Hey DC,

 

why did you sold your 5711g at first time... Why did you change your mind?

the reason i ask is because I m considering ordering one myself.

 

And of course a nice collection of pateks

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Hey DC,

 

why did you sold your 5711g at first time... Why did you change your mind?

the reason i ask is because I m considering ordering one myself.

 

And of course a nice collection of pateks

 

It was at the time that the AP 15400 rep first came out with the engraved rotor and I became obsessed by getting one, but they were expensive and selling the 5711g was the only way I could afford it. I didn't wear the 5711g much so figured I wouldn't miss it..... BIG MISTAKE!!!

 

I spent the next year or so begging the new owner to sell it back to me but he didn't want to, I was gutted, but eventually he sold it to me!!

 

It still doesn't get much wrist time, but I've learned my lesson. The best way I can describe it is that it's like your favourite film. I love the Shawshank Redemption, it's my absolute favourite film, but I don't watch it every day, I haven't watched it for months, but that doesn't mean I don't love it, does it?! It's the same with the 5711g, it's superb, it's perfect, I love it, but I only feel like wearing it occasionally!

 

DC

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reklamezonen

okay i understand.... its your PRECIOUS!

 

How is the crystal does it need a AR ore?... i am so curious on that watch, i think it's perfect and i love the color combination.

 

Michael.

 

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okay i understand.... its your PRECIOUS!

 

How is the crystal does it need a AR ore?... i am so curious on that watch, i think it's perfect and i love the color combination.

 

Michael.

 

No, Patek don't use AR on their watches so don't need it on the reps!

 

DC

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reklamezonen

ok thanks for you infomation DC

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