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12-05-2020, 07:27 AM
#6991
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
My nicest watch is an Omega Seamaster PO and I wear that thing everywhere but the gym but that's only because I don't like having anything on my wrists when exercising. I really do like the look of these "Casi-Oaks" but this grey is just super nice. I feel like the all black one isn't very practical as it's so hard to tell what's going on.
I do like that grey one, but I don't feel i'd wear it enough when I would likely wear my tudor wherever i'd wear the gshock.
lmao at the edit.
lmao at the edit.
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12-05-2020, 10:31 AM
#6992
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
IMO, the heritage military is ruined by the fake patina on the face. Eww.
I wish longines would limit some. I really like some of their newer stuff. Some of the "old school" JLC knock off chronographs look pretty damn nice.
For example. This watch looks 10/10 in person:
https://www.longines.com/en-us/watch...-l2-773-4-78-3
Or the heritage military.
For example. This watch looks 10/10 in person:
https://www.longines.com/en-us/watch...-l2-773-4-78-3
Or the heritage military.
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12-05-2020, 12:26 PM
#6993
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Thats a really neat looking/clean piece. My first real watch purchase a few years ago was the smaller Hydroconquest with a ceramic bezel. Basically a longines submariner. lel.
Don't have to convince me. I almost had a Longines instead of an Oris for my first watch, but as I was agreeing to earlier with the powerranger fellow, ultimately you want your first significant watch spend to look substantial or "cool", so I went with the oris chronograph.
I was looking at the Longines railroad or whatever it was called. At the time, I was taking a lot of "eurostar trains" seeing pretty stunning european railroad hubs like Gare Du Nord, and St. Pancras Station on a somewhat regular basis and I thought that would be a cool watch to have to remember that time in my life.
And honestly… now that i'm looking at this again i may try to source one. It appears they've discontinued this model and this was the very first watch I became obsessed with so I might have to circle back and get it.
I do like that grey one, but I don't feel i'd wear it enough when I would likely wear my tudor wherever i'd wear the gshock.
lmao at the edit.
I was looking at the Longines railroad or whatever it was called. At the time, I was taking a lot of "eurostar trains" seeing pretty stunning european railroad hubs like Gare Du Nord, and St. Pancras Station on a somewhat regular basis and I thought that would be a cool watch to have to remember that time in my life.
And honestly… now that i'm looking at this again i may try to source one. It appears they've discontinued this model and this was the very first watch I became obsessed with so I might have to circle back and get it.
I do like that grey one, but I don't feel i'd wear it enough when I would likely wear my tudor wherever i'd wear the gshock.
lmao at the edit.
Visited the AD today to get the omega bracelet micro adjusted out. And spent about 2.5 hours chatting as well. Took his card to give to my parents who recently bought jewelry from the other AD in town who basically laughed me out of the store. Found SA on LinkedIn and friended.
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12-06-2020, 01:18 PM
#6994
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Should try to hook up with the shop manager who was at the Rolex AD when i bought my DJ. She had some decent milk jugs, and i'm not above laying pipe for a BLNR or SkyDweller @ retail.
Visited the AD today to get the omega bracelet micro adjusted out. And spent about 2.5 hours chatting as well. Took his card to give to my parents who recently bought jewelry from the other AD in town who basically laughed me out of the store.
Found SA on LinkedIn and friended.
I like how i should (in theory) be obsessed with my DJ and unable to wear my tudor for a few months. But truth be told, the bronze and leather strap really are more at home against winter wool and leather fabrics.
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12-06-2020, 08:40 PM
#6995
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
In all honesty though, while I loved being able to try on the various Lange pieces, I didn't get THAT much more wow (if any) from the Lange's over the Glahsutte Original. GO has crazy finishings on their case backs. GO does applied indices. GO does great bracelets and straps. GO's just also come in stainless steel whereas Lange strictly does precious metal casebacks. So in my opinion GO's are less of a "poor man's
I've owned both and there is a clear difference of quality between the two brands. the only argument you can make is GO could be "better value"
In all honesty though, while I loved being able to try on the various Lange pieces, I didn't get THAT much more wow (if any) from the Lange's over the Glahsutte Original. GO has crazy finishings on their case backs. GO does applied indices. GO does great bracelets and straps. GO's just also come in stainless steel whereas Lange strictly does precious metal casebacks. So in my opinion GO's are less of a "poor man's
GO also has differently levels of finishing for their watches. for example, the panograph is much better finished than the sixties chronograph. with lange you have the same baseline across all watches, just different complications
12-06-2020, 09:28 PM
#6996
Originally Posted By Venom08⏩
Bruh, got a little yucky the night you posted this. Woke up yesterday and clicked your link and thought wtf I think I ordered this. Checked my email and lmaoo of course I did. Tried to cancel since I don't really need anything right now, but their autistic contact info is useless. So I either get it or don't, now we wait.
https://www.gshock.com/watches/analo...al/ga2110et-8a
New G Shock GA flavors just rolled out…. tempted to buy the grey one before it's out of stock.
Edit: Bought it
New G Shock GA flavors just rolled out…. tempted to buy the grey one before it's out of stock.
Edit: Bought it
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12-07-2020, 06:37 AM
#6997
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
Legit lol'd at this.
Bruh, got a little yucky the night you posted this. Woke up yesterday and clicked your link and thought wtf I think I ordered this. Checked my email and lmaoo of course I did. Tried to cancel since I don't really need anything right now, but their autistic contact info is useless. So I either get it or don't, now we wait.
I opened my Amex the other day and said "congrats! youre almost to the holiday travel reward bonus this year of a $100 delta flight credit" (it's 8k). I went WTF, how have i spent 7100 since mid november????
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Mine was low key asking me about a skyD and if i liked it. Makes me wonder if they dont have a long list….
Should try to hook up with the shop manager who was at the Rolex AD when i bought my DJ. She had some decent milk jugs, and i'm not above laying pipe for a BLNR or SkyDweller @ retail.
inb4 i get phone call for blue skyD and post here for will.
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12-07-2020, 06:47 AM
#6998
Originally Posted By Trudope⏩
I guess i shouldn't have spoken so broadly. I'm speaking more specifically to the "poor man's lange" model. AKA the PanoReserve and PanomaticLunar being the diet-versions of their Lange1 big brothers. Those two model lines in particular I essentially just saw as "Stainless Steel Langes" because the case, dial, and movement finishing was
mostly
there in spades. The only thing missing was the precious metal case and perhaps some beveling detail on the bridges
I've owned both and there is a clear difference of quality between the two brands. the only argument you can make is GO could be "better value"
GO also has differently levels of finishing for their watches. for example, the panograph is much better finished than the sixties chronograph. with lange you have the same baseline across all watches, just different complications
GO also has differently levels of finishing for their watches. for example, the panograph is much better finished than the sixties chronograph. with lange you have the same baseline across all watches, just different complications
Opening the conversation to their full model lines, I agree completely with you. As with all things luxury, diminishing returns is a real thing, and twice the price might only mean 30% improvement in detailing.
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
lmao i've done this but on amazon with stupid schit like socks, or house cleaning stuff.
Bruh, got a little yucky the night you posted this. Woke up yesterday and clicked your link and thought wtf I think I ordered this. Checked my email and lmaoo of course I did. Tried to cancel since I don't really need anything right now, but their autistic contact info is useless. So I either get it or don't, now we wait.
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12-07-2020, 06:59 AM
#6999
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Mine only probed for my possible interest in a TT one. A full yellow-gold i could get on board with but tt yellow is still a little "faux pas" and tacky for me. And paired with those chunky center links?
Mine was low key asking me about a skyD and if i liked it. Makes me wonder if they dont have a long list….
inb4 i get phone call for blue skyD and post here for will.
inb4 i get phone call for blue skyD and post here for will.
Twovalvebrah you hear about the rumors for discontinuing the speedy pro in it's current form? "Refresh" coming with minor updates. People are speculating applied indices rather than painted, ceramic bezel, and movement upgrade. That timing would annoy the fuk out of me.
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12-07-2020, 07:46 AM
#7000
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
I cant stand rolex yellow gold in TT or full gold. It's just too flashy and loud for me. Maybe for you BBC bros with the skin tone you can pull it off but it's still LOUD. I saw a full yellow gold skyD up in NY and with the bigger watch it just stood out like a sore thumb. Knew exactly what it was from about 50 feet away.
Mine only probed for my possible interest in a TT one. A full yellow-gold i could get on board with but tt yellow is still a little "faux pas" and tacky for me. And paired with those chunky center links?
Twovalvebrah you hear about the rumors for discontinuing the speedy pro in it's current form? "Refresh" coming with minor updates. People are speculating applied indices rather than painted, ceramic bezel, and movement upgrade. That timing would annoy the fuk out of me.
Twovalvebrah you hear about the rumors for discontinuing the speedy pro in it's current form? "Refresh" coming with minor updates. People are speculating applied indices rather than painted, ceramic bezel, and movement upgrade. That timing would annoy the fuk out of me.
And yep. My AD flat out told me that. Said they were upgrading the movement essentially which means….bigger case. So I totally lucked out getting the last model year. It's kinda neat to think about.
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
lmao i've done this but on amazon with stupid schit like socks, or house cleaning stuff.
So much this. I have the Amazon Visa so i get 5% back on amazon purchases. I usually just go "why not…i get 5% back"
lmao i've done this but on amazon with stupid schit like socks, or house cleaning stuff.
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12-07-2020, 08:43 AM
#7001
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
lol When I was at the Lange boutique with my girl and had those 4 watches out. She's like "try on that rose gold one with the off white dial"
Maybe for you BBC bros with the skin tone you can pull it off
As I was picking it up, i started mocking her before she could even get it out "o mY g0d it L00kz s0 go0d WiTh YoUr Sk1n T0nE!" the sales associate lost it. My girl was like "shut up i didn't say that!", yeah but you were going to though.
I know i'll have an omega one day just not sure on which piece. I'll likely go "quirky" on the configuration like i did with my DJ and go for either the meteorite dial speedmaster or green dial aqua terra. Then again part of me thinks I would go grand seiko over the aqua terra if i wanted something non-rolex on steel to wear casually. Those grand seiko dials and polish are just downright stupid.
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12-07-2020, 08:52 AM
#7002
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Lel. It's true.
lol When I was at the Lange boutique with my girl and had those 4 watches out. She's like "try on that rose gold one with the off white dial"
As I was picking it up, i started mocking her before she could even get it out "o mY g0d it L00kz s0 go0d WiTh YoUr Sk1n T0nE!" the sales associate lost it. My girl was like "shut up i didn't say that!", yeah but you were going to though.
I know i'll have an omega one day just not sure on which piece. I'll likely go "quirky" on the configuration like i did with my DJ and go for either the meteorite dial speedmaster or green dial aqua terra. Then again part of me thinks I would go grand seiko over the aqua terra if i wanted something non-rolex on steel to wear casually. Those grand seiko dials and polish are just downright stupid.
As I was picking it up, i started mocking her before she could even get it out "o mY g0d it L00kz s0 go0d WiTh YoUr Sk1n T0nE!" the sales associate lost it. My girl was like "shut up i didn't say that!", yeah but you were going to though.
I know i'll have an omega one day just not sure on which piece. I'll likely go "quirky" on the configuration like i did with my DJ and go for either the meteorite dial speedmaster or green dial aqua terra. Then again part of me thinks I would go grand seiko over the aqua terra if i wanted something non-rolex on steel to wear casually. Those grand seiko dials and polish are just downright stupid.
I love the other speedy's but they just have gotten so big. I think my next purchase (barring a DJ or BLNR surprise) may be that Blue handed aquaterra. It's just so hnnnnnng in person.
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12-07-2020, 11:42 AM
#7003
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
lol at me briefly thinking of getting the 116710LN (all black bezel gmt) instead. The last model year 2019 of that one resells at the same price of grey BLNR. honk honk.
Lel. It's true.
I love the other speedy's but they just have gotten so big. I think my next purchase (barring a DJ or BLNR surprise).
I love the other speedy's but they just have gotten so big. I think my next purchase (barring a DJ or BLNR surprise).
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12-07-2020, 12:08 PM
#7004
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
I have a 116710LN. I think it's the most "own only one watch" watch you can buy.
lol at me briefly thinking of getting the 116710LN (all black bezel gmt) instead. The last model year 2019 of that one resells at the same price of grey BLNR. honk honk.
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12-07-2020, 12:16 PM
#7005
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
You have a solid argument for sure. Really comes down to preference. Now that i'm comparing them, I could see why Rolex discontinued it. At a cursory glance, I could see this being confused with the Sub or Deepsea. But it has the dressier polished center links as opposed to the Sub's brushed.
I have a 116710LN. I think it's the most "own only one watch" watch you can buy.
Does the 116710LN wear like the current blnr? That sizing is perfect and i could definitely see the black/black being a one and only in that case. Especially with the added gmt function.
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12-07-2020, 12:24 PM
#7006
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
It wears exactly like the BLNR sans the jubilee obviously. Light, fits under shirt cuffs, dress up/down, swim, and yeah if you use the GMT it's one of very few complications that are actually useful in real life. Supposedly they discontinued it because all GMTs for the foreseeable future will have bi-colored bezels. I don't know how much truth there is to that, but it's what's been floating around out there. That, and then Jubilees on the SS models and Oyster on the gold ones.
You have a solid argument for sure. Really comes down to preference. Now that i'm comparing them, I could see why Rolex discontinued it. At a cursory glance, I could see this being confused with the Sub or Deepsea. But it has the dressier polished center links as opposed to the Sub's brushed.
Does the 116710LN wear like the current blnr? That sizing is perfect and i could definitely see the black/black being a one and only in that case. Especially with the added gmt function.
Does the 116710LN wear like the current blnr? That sizing is perfect and i could definitely see the black/black being a one and only in that case. Especially with the added gmt function.
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12-08-2020, 12:38 AM
#7007
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
Yeah that’s what I heard / assumed also, that Rolex were cutting back the GMT line to just bi colour bezels.
It wears exactly like the BLNR sans the jubilee obviously. Light, fits under shirt cuffs, dress up/down, swim, and yeah if you use the GMT it's one of very few complications that are actually useful in real life. Supposedly they discontinued it because all GMTs for the foreseeable future will have bi-colored bezels. I don't know how much truth there is to that, but it's what's been floating around out there. That, and then Jubilees on the SS models and Oyster on the gold ones.
I’d say the GMT (had the BLNR iteration) was probably the most comfortable watch I’ve owned; still regret not picking up a LN when they were readily available at retail but hindsight is a wonderful thing
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12-08-2020, 04:28 AM
#7008
Originally Posted By Evad3⏩
When will it be my turn. lel
when they were readily available at retail but hindsight is a wonderful thing
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12-08-2020, 05:39 AM
#7009
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Don't know but I was researching steel sky dwellers for schits and giggles. The white dial SS model actually doesn't sell for THAT much of a premium over retail considering how egregious some of the grey market prices can be for stuff like the blnr and pepsi. I'm seeing a few listings that only put a 4k premium on the msrp.
When will it be my turn. lel
Call me crazy but I can do mental gymnastics to stomach a 4K premium on a $15,000 watch, but I can't do that for a $9,000 watch with an 11k premium (pepsi). Same price in the end but for 20 large I want a unique complication. Perhaps the sky-dweller will end up being my midlife crisis watch afterall. Got 1.5 years to square away the funds.
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12-08-2020, 05:57 AM
#7010
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
I think the "lists" for them is small based on all the chatter i see. Just deducing that and it's pure speculation. Apparently the movement/watch takes some ridiculous amount of time to make.
Don't know but I was researching steel sky dwellers for schits and giggles. The white dial SS model actually doesn't sell for THAT much of a premium over retail considering how egregious some of the grey market prices can be for stuff like the blnr and pepsi. I'm seeing a few listings that only put a 4k premium on the msrp.
Call me crazy but I can do mental gymnastics to stomach a 4K premium on a $15,000 watch, but I can't do that for a $9,000 watch with an 11k premium (pepsi). Same price in the end but for 20 large I want a unique complication. Perhaps the sky-dweller will end up being my midlife crisis watch afterall. Got 1.5 years to square away the funds.
Call me crazy but I can do mental gymnastics to stomach a 4K premium on a $15,000 watch, but I can't do that for a $9,000 watch with an 11k premium (pepsi). Same price in the end but for 20 large I want a unique complication. Perhaps the sky-dweller will end up being my midlife crisis watch afterall. Got 1.5 years to square away the funds.
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12-08-2020, 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
I would agree somewhat compared to something like the demand for blnr or pepsi. Both of which are roughly $9,000 compared to the sky-dwellers $15,000. Then again, someone that has $9,000 to spend on a fuking watch probably isn't terribly bent out of shape paying $14,000 for one since that's essentially what happened to me with the TTDJ.
I think the "lists" for them is small based on all the chatter i see. Just deducing that and it's pure speculation. Apparently the movement/watch takes some ridiculous amount of time to make.
I think the main thing lowering the overall hype for the watch is the barrier to entry via case size. Most of you ITT know i had a 44mm Oris chrono as my first piece, then the 43mm tudor bronze. So i'm not adverse to wearing chunky stuff but when I put the sky-dweller on i was like DAMN. It's not Omega Speedy Meteorite chunky, but it ain't terribly far off either.
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12-08-2020, 06:48 AM
#7012
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
This is why im hesitant on it. I'd definitely want to see it in person before i even thought of picking one up. Just worry it may be a chunky nightmare.
I would agree somewhat compared to something like the demand for blnr or pepsi. Both of which are roughly $9,000 compared to the sky-dwellers $15,000. Then again, someone that has $9,000 to spend on a fuking watch probably isn't terribly bent out of shape paying $14,000 for one since that's essentially what happened to me with the TTDJ.
I think the main thing lowering the overall hype for the watch is the barrier to entry via case size. Most of you ITT know i had a 44mm Oris chrono as my first piece, then the 43mm tudor bronze. So i'm not adverse to wearing chunky stuff but when I put the sky-dweller on i was like DAMN. It's not Omega Speedy Meteorite chunky, but it ain't terribly far off either.
I think the main thing lowering the overall hype for the watch is the barrier to entry via case size. Most of you ITT know i had a 44mm Oris chrono as my first piece, then the 43mm tudor bronze. So i'm not adverse to wearing chunky stuff but when I put the sky-dweller on i was like DAMN. It's not Omega Speedy Meteorite chunky, but it ain't terribly far off either.
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12-08-2020, 10:21 AM
#7013
A little "Week on the Wrist" update for the DJ41.
Fluted bezel is not the configuration for you if you're the OCD type. Would apply to smooth bezel to a certain degree as well. Natural everyday skin-oils and dead skin show like a MFer. Shows quite a bit on the lugs, but more annoyingly, it builds up in the rivets of the bezel.
The other day I was washing the whole piece with soap and water, but was using cheap bar soap and it dried with that glycerin residue smeared in the rivets. Had to rewash it with dawn. I've got some "wristclean" on the way though. Just thought I'd mention it because I have the darker rose-gold bezel which hides these residues fairly well. I imagine i'd go insane if I had the whitegold version that comes with the high polish stainless steel configs.
Other than that it appears the jubilee and fluted bezel combo draws a bit of attention for better or for worse. It's just funny because DJ's are probably third tier in regards to "rolex hype", but they seem to be at the top in terms of casual recognition. I've had 3 women and one guy compliment it in the last week. I'm not sure how I feel about owning the watch equivalent to a woman's brown Louis Vuitton monogram tote but it is what it is. I love this piece.
Fluted bezel is not the configuration for you if you're the OCD type. Would apply to smooth bezel to a certain degree as well. Natural everyday skin-oils and dead skin show like a MFer. Shows quite a bit on the lugs, but more annoyingly, it builds up in the rivets of the bezel.
The other day I was washing the whole piece with soap and water, but was using cheap bar soap and it dried with that glycerin residue smeared in the rivets. Had to rewash it with dawn. I've got some "wristclean" on the way though. Just thought I'd mention it because I have the darker rose-gold bezel which hides these residues fairly well. I imagine i'd go insane if I had the whitegold version that comes with the high polish stainless steel configs.
Other than that it appears the jubilee and fluted bezel combo draws a bit of attention for better or for worse. It's just funny because DJ's are probably third tier in regards to "rolex hype", but they seem to be at the top in terms of casual recognition. I've had 3 women and one guy compliment it in the last week. I'm not sure how I feel about owning the watch equivalent to a woman's brown Louis Vuitton monogram tote but it is what it is. I love this piece.
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12-08-2020, 10:48 AM
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I'd say the LV level for rolex would be more the oyster perpetual. Especially now with the stop light color configs you can get. DJ is too classic, in my opinion.
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I'd say the LV level for rolex would be more the oyster perpetual. Especially now with the stop light color configs you can get. DJ is too classic, in my opinion.
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12-08-2020, 10:52 AM
#7015
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Spot on.
A little "Week on the Wrist" update for the DJ41.
Fluted bezel is not the configuration for you if you're the OCD type. Would apply to smooth bezel to a certain degree as well. Natural everyday skin-oils and dead skin show like a MFer. Shows quite a bit on the lugs, but more annoyingly, it builds up in the rivets of the bezel.
The other day I was washing the whole piece with soap and water, but was using cheap bar soap and it dried with that glycerin residue smeared in the rivets. Had to rewash it with dawn. I've got some "wristclean" on the way though. Just thought I'd mention it because I have the darker rose-gold bezel which hides these residues fairly well. I imagine i'd go insane if I had the whitegold version that comes with the high polish stainless steel configs.
Other than that it appears the jubilee and fluted bezel combo draws a bit of attention for better or for worse. It's just funny because DJ's are probably third tier in regards to "rolex hype", but they seem to be at the top in terms of casual recognition. I've had 3 women and one guy compliment it in the last week. I'm not sure how I feel about owning the watch equivalent to a woman's brown Louis Vuitton monogram tote but it is what it is. I love this piece.
Fluted bezel is not the configuration for you if you're the OCD type. Would apply to smooth bezel to a certain degree as well. Natural everyday skin-oils and dead skin show like a MFer. Shows quite a bit on the lugs, but more annoyingly, it builds up in the rivets of the bezel.
The other day I was washing the whole piece with soap and water, but was using cheap bar soap and it dried with that glycerin residue smeared in the rivets. Had to rewash it with dawn. I've got some "wristclean" on the way though. Just thought I'd mention it because I have the darker rose-gold bezel which hides these residues fairly well. I imagine i'd go insane if I had the whitegold version that comes with the high polish stainless steel configs.
Other than that it appears the jubilee and fluted bezel combo draws a bit of attention for better or for worse. It's just funny because DJ's are probably third tier in regards to "rolex hype", but they seem to be at the top in terms of casual recognition. I've had 3 women and one guy compliment it in the last week. I'm not sure how I feel about owning the watch equivalent to a woman's brown Louis Vuitton monogram tote but it is what it is. I love this piece.
LOL'd at bar soap. Stuck in a hotel room?
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12-09-2020, 04:42 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
I'd say the LV level for rolex would be more the oyster perpetual. Especially now with the stop light color configs you can get. DJ is too classic, in my opinion.
Okay, then that black chanel quilted bag with the gold chain. I know too much about women's handbags. Who was high-maintenance girlfriends.
I'd say the LV level for rolex would be more the oyster perpetual. Especially now with the stop light color configs you can get. DJ is too classic, in my opinion.
Originally Posted By luckyboy23⏩
Actually that's exactly what it was. I was doing a stay-cation of sorts and didn't want to use my shower gel on it, seemed unnecessary. Reached for the standard bar soap provided in the hotel's bathroom. When it dried I briefly freaked out lol.
Spot on.
LOL'd at bar soap. Stuck in a hotel room?
LOL'd at bar soap. Stuck in a hotel room?
Also, something oddly satisfying cleaning the bracelet and bezel with your fingers and soap. Feeling all the rivets and what not. I dunno, I don't mind having to do it every other day or so.
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12-09-2020, 06:48 AM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Suuuuuure.
Okay, then that black chanel quilted bag with the gold chain. I know too much about women's handbags. Who was high-maintenance girlfriends.
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12-09-2020, 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
I'd fill a small 1oz. spray bottle with Wristclean and keep in your Dopp/Bag/Whatever. That way you never have to even think about using poverty bar soap again.
Okay, then that black chanel quilted bag with the gold chain. I know too much about women's handbags. Who was high-maintenance girlfriends.
Actually that's exactly what it was. I was doing a stay-cation of sorts and didn't want to use my shower gel on it, seemed unnecessary. Reached for the standard bar soap provided in the hotel's bathroom. When it dried I briefly freaked out lol.
Also, something oddly satisfying cleaning the bracelet and bezel with your fingers and soap. Feeling all the rivets and what not. I dunno, I don't mind having to do it every other day or so.
Actually that's exactly what it was. I was doing a stay-cation of sorts and didn't want to use my shower gel on it, seemed unnecessary. Reached for the standard bar soap provided in the hotel's bathroom. When it dried I briefly freaked out lol.
Also, something oddly satisfying cleaning the bracelet and bezel with your fingers and soap. Feeling all the rivets and what not. I dunno, I don't mind having to do it every other day or so.
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12-10-2020, 06:26 AM
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Wish i wouldve seen this wristclean convo soon enough before the trip to mexico saturday.
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12-10-2020, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
The other day I was washing the whole piece with soap and water, but was using cheap bar soap and it dried with that glycerin residue smeared in the rivets.
Had to rewash it with dawn. I've got some "wristclean" on the way though.
Originally Posted By kovalchuk71⏩
I'd fill a small 1oz. spray bottle with Wristclean and keep in your Dopp/Bag/Whatever. That way you never have to even think about using poverty bar soap again.
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
I mean, I did mention it Tuesday and they offer USPS 2day priority shipping for $8. Mine arrived yesterday, but to be honest you should be fine with any non-poverty bar soap. For instance, I used a drop of my Jack Black Turbo Wash to lightly suds up the bezel and lugs and that dried perfectly fine.
Wish i wouldve seen this wristclean convo soon enough before the trip to mexico saturday.
I'm going to be in Florida for a couple weeks this winter. I'm going to use the opportunity to visit a Jacquet Droz retailer. Love A Lange as a grail, but spending $20,000 on a watch I'd wear a dozen times per year would be downright retarded. JD's come in under 10k on the grey market and they're fukin buriful.
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