scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Been around a little while now so thought I'd put together some pics of where I've got to. Please bear in mind they were taken on top of a mannequin whilst free-holding an iPhone with no special lighting (in other words; they're not amazing!)... Modded Black Themes on bracelet (AR crystal and cyclops, re-lume, movement upgrade/service, waterproofing...) - this one is going to the Zorro spa tomorrow for a bezel re-brush, then it's done: Santos XL on OEM tan gator - the rep strap is rubbish but the watch is da bomb (just be careful to check the crown fitment on the QC pics): Chronofighter awaiting a tan ostrich creation from Serge - picked this up as one of Toro's specials on a whim, was surprised at the quality: Big Bang Black Magic on rubber - think its a V1, thinking of getting a gen gummy for it: Portofino on gen croc - everyone needs a dress watch, with an improved strap this one rocks: 111 on OEM black calf - nothing that hasn't already been said about this one, its awesome: 176 on OEM black, erm, tubey leather - my first ti pam, really a pleasure to wear: Old-school 'ultimate' 199 - was once my treasured casual piece but now unworn, either going to have this modded or flog it: 237 on OEM burgundy gator - originally had on black calf but the busy dial needed a contrast: 243 on rubber - incredible quality, am thinking of getting an ammo/egyptian for it, but for now it's the gym watch: 288 on OEM tan gator - every bit as good as people say, this piece rocks: 292 on OEM black calf - great piece but the case scratches easy (take care): 328 on bracelet - I wasn't sure I'd like this but it's fantastic, makes me want a 351 too: 390 on rep ass - the watch and strap are great (I used a bit of sesame oil to darken it): 1655 slow-beat on bracelet - originally bought from Josh to send for modding but it is just too small for me so it sits in the box sulking: 5513 from the pbdad shop (gen crown/tube, re-lumed, drilled lugs, re-shaped case/CGs, waterproofed, etc) on bracelet - perfect beach piece: TT Santos Chrono, 351, RG Nautilus and hopefully a ROO Diver also en route... Any questions or comments gratefully received - hope you like them half as much as I do! S Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,461 Posted November 10, 2012 Lovely collection mate! (I've moved the thread to the "My Collection" sub-forum.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baxter 6 Posted November 10, 2012 awesome collection Where did all the OEM straps come from ? - just in the process of upgrading all mine to good straps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baxter 6 Posted November 10, 2012 also where did you get your blackthemes modded and what mods does zorro do ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLaForce 2 Posted November 10, 2012 Lovely collection ! 5513 is a peach! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sardonix 1 Posted November 10, 2012 Very nice collection, if it was mine the 5513 and AP is all i needed, Rest would stay in the watchbox........but i have no love for Panerai : ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myaz 3 Posted November 10, 2012 Gorgeous shot of the Cartier. Got my sights set on that one next. Will defo check the crown on QCs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,747 Posted November 10, 2012 They are superb. You're a bit of a dark horse, long time member but not many posts, totally lovin the 199 and the 237, looks mighty fine on the gator. Hats off to you friend!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corv99 2 Posted November 10, 2012 Wow! thats some serious collection mate! thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Lovely collection mate! (I've moved the thread to the "My Collection" sub-forum.) Thank you - I'm an idiot... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 awesome collection Where did all the OEM straps come from ? - just in the process of upgrading all mine to good straps. Straps all from the local AD bar one from a member on the forums... Is costly but worth it many times over. However my strap collection now outnumbers my watches 3:1! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 also where did you get your blackthemes modded and what mods does zorro do ? Goin did the Black Themes mods for me - very impressive work but took a while. Zorrolondon is a member on the forums who is local to me and is basically 'Mr AP' and a great guy to boot. He can do alsorts but he's doing case refinishing for me (bezel got a little dinged in transit). Lovely collection ! 5513 is a peach! Many thanks. I love that sub, gets a lot of compliments too. Looks great on my bond NATO too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Very nice collection, if it was mine the 5513 and AP is all i needed,Rest would stay in the watchbox........but i have no love for Panerai : ) Ha - I'm just too indecisive... But yep, I got the pam bug. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Gorgeous shot of the Cartier. Got my sights set on that one next. Will defo check the crown on QCs. Good man, you won't regret it, just be sure to get a nice strap too and you'll be set! Wore it today actually: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 They are superb. You're a bit of a dark horse, long time member but not many posts, totally lovin the 199 and the 237, looks mighty fine on the gator. Hats off to you friend!!!!! Ha ha ha - I shall enquire about changing my username to 'Black Beauty'... Many thanks. I love the 199 but have been spoiled by the new generation of H and noob. Am in two minds about sending to Vac for 'the works' to bring it up to standard or just letting go. The burgundy gator is fab and nicely mixes up the usual tan or black. Wow!thats some serious collection mate! thanks for sharing No problem buddy, glad you like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grb 1 Posted November 10, 2012 Two and a half years, fifty six posts, cracking collection...... stealth member Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DR3M3L 4 Posted November 10, 2012 I love them all! Great collection mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Two and a half years, fifty six posts, cracking collection...... stealth member My Mother always told me to listen before speaking... Glad you like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 I love them all! Great collection mate Thanks Bud, I've had a few munters in my time too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeandroBR 14 Posted November 10, 2012 Superb collection Scropper ! I also use the 243 at gym. It blends well with that environment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hnic 1 Posted November 10, 2012 great collection thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grb 1 Posted November 10, 2012 Do you have a part no on the 237 and 288 strap's? I told Baxter they don't do an official colour of that on the 288. (What do I know, egg on face) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 Superb collection Scropper ! I also use the 243 at gym. It blends well with that environment Thank you. Yeah, that and the BB fit well with sweatpants! great collection thanks for sharing No problem, happy to. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scropper 0 Posted November 10, 2012 (edited) Do you have a part no on the 237 and 288 strap's? I told Baxter they don't do an official colour of that on the 288. (What do I know, egg on face) Will see if there's any on the wrappers I still have and PM you tomorrow. Don't think they came on the models I have them on as standard (now thinking my 'OEM' label is a little misleading, sorry - they're simply all gen OffPan). I do know that one on the 288 was called 'gold semimat gator' though if that helps? The burgundy on the 237 I bought BNIWP (thats Brand New In Wrong Packet ) from a member so no number there I'm afraid. I usually just go into the AD and ask what they've got in new (wearing gen of course...). They know me pretty well so just let me choose without questions and do discounts or swap with display models if needed (like the one on the 176 - it was specifically for a 233 I think). Happily, they stock AP and PP too so will hopefully be getting deals on those straps when needed too! Edited November 10, 2012 by scropper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,747 Posted November 10, 2012 A true RWG gent. Replying to all posts, and not just for postwhoring, Cap seriously doffed!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
