graman 2 Posted October 11, 2009 It has been 2 years since I purchased a watch...for me... Yeah...poor me....but that's ok...just how it works sometimes. Anyhoo....the drought has broken. I'm a few weeks off my 40th birthday, and my wife asks me "what do you want?" I reply..the same thing I've wanted for my last 3 birthdays....an IWC Spitfire chrono Laureus edition. Cue rolling of eyes. Can you buy it? she asks... Of course...I reply...and did so. Should be winging it's way to me this week. Checking functionality, then on ice until Melbourne Cup weekend when my family can give it to me... Pics will be up and I'll do a half-assed review when I'm awarded the prize. It's giving me an itch....like when you've first given up smoking for a few days. Have given up smoking for 7 years...not itching for drugs....just ticking...gonna have to watch my bank account....could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 82 Posted October 11, 2009 That's a looooong drought. I get twitchy if i haven't bought a watch in a couple of months...lol Enjoy - and have a great birthday! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 11, 2009 Months!.. Could only wish!...cheers mate...looking forward to this!... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnG 41 Posted October 11, 2009 That's a looooong drought. I get twitchy if i haven't bought a watch in a couple of months...lol Enjoy - and have a great birthday! couple of days for me. couple of hours for Houndoggie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted October 11, 2009 That's a looooong drought. I get twitchy if i haven't bought a watch in a couple of months...lol Enjoy - and have a great birthday! couple of days for me. couple of hours for Houndoggie. Lol! Congrats Laman on the new watch. *twitch* *twitch* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AustinTech 0 Posted October 11, 2009 hey man, two years is a loooooooong while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeyB 0 Posted October 11, 2009 Two years? Wow, you'll be very pleased at the advances they've made. There's no need to be in the right position of the sun... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 82 Posted October 11, 2009 Two years? Wow, you'll be very pleased at the advances they've made. There's no need to be in the right position of the sun... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted October 11, 2009 That's a looooong drought. I get twitchy if i haven't bought a watch in a couple of months...lol Enjoy - and have a great birthday! couple of days for me. couple of hours for Houndoggie. Yeah i know the feeling-i can't seem to stop buying too easily. john has the fever(homage) pretty bad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oscarmadfish 0 Posted October 12, 2009 i went from xmas till the 15 of sep without buying then bought 3 lol i hope they arrive this week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fakemaster 0 Posted October 12, 2009 (edited) graman is ALIVE!!! Call me! Edited October 12, 2009 by fakemaster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 12, 2009 graman is ALIVE!!! Call me! Hey dude...I live!... Not about much.....just workin'..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 20, 2009 The drought has broken! It arrived! It is beautiful... Will take pics & then put it on ice so my kids can award it to me on my bd.... Have waited a VERY long time for this...I am not disappointed! Posting later this week!.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Massimo 53 Posted October 20, 2009 Great news. Can't wait for pics! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jameo210369 0 Posted October 20, 2009 Well done Graman, can't wait to see the pics. 40 soon, I turned 40 this year and it's nothing just another birthday; at least you got what you wanted and not a pair of socks. Has she got a S/S bracelet or leather strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onzenuub 309 Posted October 20, 2009 Well done Graman, can't wait to see the pics. 40 soon, I turned 40 this year and it's nothing just another birthday; at least you got what you wanted and not a pair of socks. Has she got a S/S bracelet or leather strap. 40 Jameo??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 20, 2009 Well done Graman, can't wait to see the pics. 40 soon, I turned 40 this year and it's nothing just another birthday; at least you got what you wanted and not a pair of socks. Has she got a S/S bracelet or leather strap. Cheers Jameo...went the bracelet....I've never been big on that bracelet, but it's growing on me. May replace with a crocodile at some point. I prefer straps....heheheheh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jameo210369 0 Posted October 20, 2009 The back of the dial is stunning on the model, three kids and a balloon I think. Well done mate, can't wait for the pics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 21, 2009 The back of the dial is stunning on the model, three kids and a balloon I think. Well done mate, can't wait for the pics. Yeah...Laureus sport for good foundation...nice little graphic....going to have to make a donation I think...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 21, 2009 Ok....here are a few preliminary shots.... will now not have any more until mid-November, as My kids want to wrap it up for me. The watch has a great feel - It's a very dark dial...almost black until you look closely, or it's in very bright light, when the blue comes to the fore. It is uncluttered & very easy to tell time at a glance...although you end up spending more time staring into the dial It's heavy....a bit like a Pam, but fits very comfortably on the wrist...you wouldn't know it's there save for a bit of weight on the end of your arm. The bracelet has a good feel & is very solid. - the Pins are heavy duty...I was very suprised. Links are a little stiff, but I'm expecting they will free up over a couple of weeks use. The Laureus artwork on the back is well cut, and deep. Quite charming, although not everyone's taste, I enjoy the simplicity and sentiment. As previously stated, I love the dial on this thing, and get lost in the subtlety - There's a lot in there, and yet it's so clean... Quite happy with the lume. This shot is my first lume shot. Taken after about 40 seconds over a lamp. The lume stays active for several hours (I wake up a lot during the night with the kids) and I've been able to tell time in the dark after 4 or even 5 hours. Ok...I'll do a much more detailed review in a few weeks when I have time, but I had to share with someone who would appreciate how beautiful this is. I have 2 fetishes...Panerai & IWC...mmmmmmm Thanks for listening Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 21, 2009 Now off to get ready for work.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onzenuub 309 Posted October 22, 2009 Beautiful watch Graman, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 82 Posted October 22, 2009 Looks fantastic, Graman. Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jameo210369 0 Posted October 22, 2009 Stunning Graman, make sure you take her for long walks etc. I like the engraving on the back of the case, now make that donation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
