onionbag 1 Posted July 28, 2013 Very handsome Del, and on my list......I see you've still got that deep hole you stand in in the garden. Hope you'll bring this to the GTG. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted July 28, 2013 Thanks del, some very nice pictures. Must admit this watch is really growing on me and the ss version is now getting extremly tempting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 28, 2013 @ onionbag! Thanks guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrist-Time 0 Posted July 28, 2013 Looks great. Think I want one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edwinowl 180 Posted July 28, 2013 It's the green monster I'm after mate if you see one. Great pics as usual. Well done mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 28, 2013 Awesome Del! Really need to get one of these. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted July 28, 2013 3 times i have almost bought one but I am still undecided because of the size. I tend to like 45mm+ and I am concerned its just not monster enough for me. Looks wise i love it and Dels photos make me want one but I can try one on as no stores around here sell it. Del how does it compare on wrist to say an Avenger Skyland? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 28, 2013 Thanks guys! Del how does it compare on wrist to say an Avenger Skyland? The size is 43mm by 12mm (approx.) and wears smaller than a Seawolf, mainly due to the reduced thickness. I took a quick iPhone snap on holiday of the two together for someone else. It doesn't feel like a small watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted July 28, 2013 Excellent comparison shot Del - a wolf is 44mm? and the monster looks to me very similar across the bezel, monster dial is a bit smaller due to larger bezel but overall it is not looking small compared to the Bert.Guess to be sure I need to get myself up to London to find a store I can try it on in then buy off Amazon! And that lume - amazing stuff my own Seiko SNA225 glows very well but the monster has about 3 times more of the lume on it than mine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Serge D 0 Posted July 28, 2013 Woohoo, someones having a ball with these photoshoots! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 28, 2013 Excellent comparison shot Del - a wolf is 44mm? and the monster looks to me very similar across the bezel, monster dial is a bit smaller due to larger bezel but overall it is not looking small compared to the Bert.Guess to be sure I need to get myself up to London to find a store I can try it on in then buy off Amazon! And that lume - amazing stuff my own Seiko SNA225 glows very well but the monster has about 3 times more of the lume on it than mine! The Wolf is 45mm but about 18mm thick. Woohoo, someones having a ball with these photoshoots! Yup! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted July 28, 2013 Well done Del. I have one also ( Seiko 5 as well). As you say, a LOT of watch for the $$$. Probably dollar for dollar, the best out there. Some of them are even cheaper and make great gifts. I've bought about 4 or 5 in the $60 range at Joma, The Watchery, etc. Finally, some people do the cool mods like Doxa or Fifty Fathom look alikes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 28, 2013 Well done Del. I have one also ( Seiko 5 as well). As you say, a LOT of watch for the $$$. Thanks mate! Yes, that Seiko 5 is lovely too. I certainly feel that I could get into Seikos, plus the modding too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted July 28, 2013 And thank you. The fit, comfort and finish on that is truly amazing for about $140! I really don't know how they do it (robots?) but it's impressive work especially for the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted July 28, 2013 Very cool shots (as usual ) Mine says hello Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 28, 2013 Thanks Karma, and hello! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E.R. 0 Posted July 28, 2013 Very nice pics! Thanks! I was tempted, now Im sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dendo 93 Posted July 28, 2013 Love the monsters. Great pics Del. And great subject for a photoshoot. I agree with Neil - amazing quality for the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 28, 2013 You know Del, you need a bright orange sea snake strap for this. <wink wink>. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cogwatch 1 Posted July 29, 2013 Love the Orange Monster. Mine says hello - first pic below. Note, your's (and mine) is in fact the 1st Generation which is now discontinued. The new 2nd Generation has replaced it. The new one is shown in the 2nd pic below. The 2nd Generation hacks and can be hand wound, as well as it has a bit of a different design. Personally, I like the look of the 1st Generation. I'm not too keen on the hour markers on the new one. The "Dracula" version as I've seen it called. I wish they had just upgraded the movement with hacking and hand winding and left the design alone. Since the release of the 2nd Generation, you can still get the 1st Generation and with some pretty good deals while there is still stock of them out there. As a matter of fact, I bought my 1st Generation after the new one was released. I had been looking at the Orange Monster for ages but for some reason just never made the move. When the new one was released, I figured I'd better get the old one now. The 1st Generation will always be THE original Orange Monster that is so well known by watch enthusiasts. I saw a "fire sale" on the old model and jumped all over it. For those of you who have admired the Orange Monster for ages like I did, but haven't made the move, I suggest you do it now while the 1st Generation is still available. For one, you can get a great deal, AND you can get THE original Orange Monster before the "Dracula" version is your only choice :-> My 1st Generation Orange Monster: The new 2nd Generation Orange Monster aka the "Dracula" version :-> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 29, 2013 Thanks again everyone! @ cogwatch - thanks for the explanation on the 1st and 2nd generations. Of course, I prefer the first generation! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 29, 2013 hmm - nice one, Del. I've been looking at a black monster. Very very tempted. I think I better go buy one now before they disappear... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 29, 2013 hmm - nice one, Del. I've been looking at a black monster. Very very tempted. I think I better go buy one now before they disappear... Thanks mate! And you'd better get moving asap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
