The Under £200ish Watch and occasional Opera Thread! Vol2

[Bobberoo]

Barchettaman said:

Ninjin said:

It's very easy! Just like putting together an Airfix kit!

Yeah, but i would order all the wrong bits and break them attempting a ham-fisted installation.

I’m quite happy being an armchair expert. My skills lie elsewhere!

I'm exactly the same!!!

[Bobberoo]

john_1983 said:

No doubt this has been asked here before, but any recommendations for a demagnetiser? I've had a quick look on Amazon, and there are a load of cheap blue ones that all look the same, from £10 to £20 - would one of these do?

It's what I bought, sort of works, but if I leave my Vostok Europe for a few weeks I have to demagnetise it again before wearing.

[Bobberoo]

Barchettaman said:

Bobberoo said:

It's what I bought, sort of works, but if I leave my Vostok Europe for a few weeks I have to demagnetise it again before wearing.

There’s something wrong with that VE, I reckon. An NH35 shouldn’t run that poorly.

Do you know anyone with a time grapher that you can stick it on?

Sadly not, I know there's definitely something wrong with it, I think I may end up putting it into a watch specialist to be looked at.

[Bobberoo]

BrokenSkunk said:

Bobberoo said:

Sadly not, I know there's definitely something wrong with it, I think I may end up putting it into a watch specialist to be looked at.

Try Cehpas Mckeough in St. James Rd., Shirley.

Excellent, thank you!!

[Bobberoo]

21st Century Man said:

I like a second hand, because I'm an accurate to the second kind of guy, even if the bloody mechanical watch on my wrist isn't and could be miles out!

I like a second hand as I like to watch them sweep/tick/bounce/crawl round *delete as appropriate!!!

[Bobberoo]

Ninjin said:

Just finished this one.



I had different hands planned but were too long. So these mercedes hands for temporary use until new hands arrive. Most probably remove Cyclops too.

Really like that!!!

[Bobberoo]

CharlesdeGaulle said:

Fnaar.

I always start my autos with a couple of shakes followed by half a dozen winds, dunno why, just do!!

[Bobberoo]

Fantastic operatic update thanks Barchettaman, that place looks absolutely massive!!!
Bilbao looks like a lovely place too, shame Mrs Barchettaman couldn't make the trip!!
It must be amazing having a massive orchestra to accompany you too!!!

[Bobberoo]

Scrump said:

CharlesdeGaulle said:

It might not bother you but your email address is visible in that pic.

I have edited the pic

The Mighty Lord Scrump has spoken to us mere mortals!!!

[Bobberoo]

poppopbangbang said:

CIGA Design Michael Young on Amazon for £89 if you click the voucher code - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08HQGGV16?smid=A249QT...



Say what you want about it being Chinese made from a British designers work and it's a bit of a unique thing but a proper mechanical watch (Seagull movement) that has won the odd award for £89 is surely all the bargain!

PR Video with Mr Young chatting about it here - https://youtu.be/35mHivnm-uo

I was gifted one a year or so ago and have been very impressed with it, despite it not really being my style of watch. Assuming the one on Amazon comes in the "book" packaging it's quite a unique presentation too.

Edited by poppopbangbang on Sunday 8th May 00:35

Interesting little watch that, thanks for the post, and welcome to yourself and gompo to our little corner of tinternet!!
Uses to follow your thread about your high mileage super modded Porsche, but either lost the link or you stopped posting about it as I haven't seen any for a while.

[Bobberoo]

Gompo said:

Thanks Barchettaman and RSTP; I had hoped there might be something similar from one of the more established brands that get featured here; rather than the just a random copy. I've considered a Parnis previously; I'll take a look and see what's out there.

Cheers

If you want the shape only look at the Avi-8 stuff, they do a couple that are square case with a round dial.

[Bobberoo]

poppopbangbang said:

Scrump said:

I saw that amazon also have the stainless steel version for £99 which is listed as coming with two straps (although reviews say many people did not get the leather strap).
The one you linked is listed as the titanium version (with one strap).
Wonder what will arrive!

I'll let you know as it's on for delivery before 10PM thanks to Jeffs insane logistics

The picture shows images of the Ti version but the details on it say 316 Stainless so I guess it's a bit of a role of the dice....

Throw a six to get the watch you selected!!

[Bobberoo]

I reckon that is a proper bargain!!!

[Bobberoo]

300sl-24 said:

My Spinnaker Dumas in sandblast grey has arrived. This is my third Spinnaker and they never disappoint. On offer at £199

I have the same watch and absolutely love it!!!

[Bobberoo]

It was indeed a pleasure meeting you both yesterday, a lovely chat, some fabulous watches courtesy of BrokenSkunk, and if anyone finds themselves in Southampton I think we'd highly recommend The Dancing Man brewery!!!
Keep up the postings about your job Barchettaman, as I said, I think we all live a different life vicariously through your posts!!!

[Bobberoo]

RSTurboPaul said:

BrabusMog said:

I’d been toying with the idea of getting one of those Spinnaker Dumas and saw the Sandblast Grey one is now £199 delivered. Order placed, first new watch for a couple of years

I do not need another watch...Yes you do

I do not need another watch...Yes you do

I do not need another watch...Yes you do

I do not need another watch...Yes you do

...

[Bobberoo]

CharlesdeGaulle said:

Bobberoo said:

CharlesdeGaulle said:

Bobberoo said:

Why one day?!?

You asked for it!


I think the strap I put on it cost more than the watch. Worn at least twice.

I actually like that!!

It'll need a new battery and I plan to remove the strap but I'll happily post it to you if you want it. I'll never wear it so I'd rather it went to someone that might. It is, after all, literally a classic timepiece!

That's incredibly kind of you CdeG, but i'll be honest and say i'm unlikely to wear it myself being conscious that i don't drive a Merc!!
DickyC of the Trivial Thread may be interested, or Scrump (All hail His Most Mercilesssnessessess The Lord Scrump) moderator of many threads and a fellow Merc driver!!

[Bobberoo]

Barchettaman said:

That looks a very decent watch indeed. Thanks.

In other news my Steeldive Sub-u-like has arrived and is on my wrist. I will post a full review in a few days but first impressions are very positive indeed.

Pennylane!!!
Great watch too, although it sounds like BrokenSkunk may be coveting your latest acquisition!!

[Bobberoo]

BrokenSkunk said:

Bobberoo said:

Great watch too, although it sounds like BrokenSkunk may be coveting your latest acquisition!!

I keep seeing them pictured (SD aren't exactly an unheard of newcomer) and each time I see them I like them a little more. Doesn't really fit with the vintage collection though, but it wouldn't be the only one that doesn't. Think I'm gonna resist a little longer.

Hi everyone, I'm Mike. It's been 86 days since my last watch purchase and I'm a horologoholic.

Hi Mike, thanks for sharing!!!

[Bobberoo]

Barchettaman said:

blingybongy said:

Wire haired Dachshund?
I still miss mine and she died 20 years ago.
Great choice.

Thanks. She’s 2.

I wasn’t thinking she was such a great choice yesterday morning when she ran off after a hare and was roaming the woods near our village for 5 hours. After her impromptu ‘I’m in Disneyland!’ runabout she then slept for 18 hours.



Anyway, she’s a little cracker and you’re right, they’re a great breed, it’s just we’ve managed to adopt one with a massive hunting drive. Hey ho.

Apologies for the canine-related thread drift.

Edited by Barchettaman on Friday 20th May 07:18

No need to apologise, she's lovely!!!