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I hate it when you guys are right!

I explained that if he wants a Helm, he needs to figure it out soon, and it might be here in a few months.

He’s leaning towards a Seiko.

He'll make the right decision!

.....and then he'll want another...

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Originally posted by CPD SIG:
He’s leaning towards a Seiko.

Can’t go wrong there.

The Batman GMT he mentioned is pretty sweet. I think an SKX007 or SRPL13 (Samurai) would be a great, practical “everyday, but still ‘dressy enough’” watch, too.

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Originally posted by vthoky:

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Originally posted by CPD SIG:
He’s leaning towards a Seiko.

Can’t go wrong there.

The Batman GMT he mentioned is pretty sweet. I think an SKX007 or SRPL13 (Samurai) would be a great, practical “everyday, but still ‘dressy enough’” watch, too.

Or a nice Monster.
The Samurai is probably my favorite in that range.

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Originally posted by 6guns:
He'll make the right decision!

.....and then he'll want another...

I'll get him the first, but he's on his own after that!

Vthoky- Agreed! I showed him the "quick release" strap pins, and NATO / Canvas straps. Dress it up or down.
He digs the little things like that. I think I'm creating another monster!

P250- He's looked at a lot of the Seiko line, Helms, Timex, Citizens...
He's really diggin' that Batman.
Looks like I gotta call my guy this week.

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Originally posted by P250UA5:
Or a nice Monster.

Can’t go wrong there, either!

I have a Marathon Tsar. Love it. Wish I would have gotten the automatic version. I understand inflation and price increases due to other concerns, but Marathon's price increases of late seems a bit drastic.

When I acquired my Submariner back in May, the plan was to sell a few watches to recoup some of the spent money. While Rolex has a great resale value, Omega, Longines and IWC do not. I just can’t part with those watches for half of what I paid.

Our son came to visit with his wife. It was a great time. This seemed like a perfect opportunity to do something with the Omega. I spent a lot of time each evening after work, taping off parts of the watch and polishing the polished parts and sanding the brushed parts. The Omega looked brand new again. I know my son had been looking at some watches, specifically a Longines when he was in Italy, but he said he couldn’t pull the trigger for $1800 for a watch. I gave him the Omega, with box and cards and the extra Omega rubber strap with deployant buckle.

He was incredibly happy and appreciative.

Here are a few pics of the Omega I gifted him. (Older photos)










I’ve stayed out of this thread for almost a month as you guys post up a lot of temptation.

Very nice, looks great with the white face, which isn't typically my top choice.

Beautiful watch, Beancooker and a very thoughtful and generous gift that will be a forever memory! Good Dad!

A gorgeous watch. I love the white dial Seamaster. He should really enjoy it.

Sweet watch and a very personable and great gift he will never forget

Sort of watch related… I picked out a vanity plate for my car. I’m sure the watch geeks here will figure out the meaning.

I got Pee Pee Ass Pirate Very Caring

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That's one messed-up haiku, man!



- - - -

Let's see...
Patek Philippe
Audemars Piguet
Vacheron Constantin

and don't forget ICA: I can't afford.

I was looking for something watch related. That was the best I could come up with. Those who know “The Holy Trinity” of watches will get it. Those who don’t, won’t.

I had looked at ESCPMNT, but something about it just wasn’t right. Everything else I wanted was taken. This was available so I took it.

PP = Patek Phillipe
AP = Audemars Piguet
VC = Vacheron Constantin

Not sure if the spelling is correct.

One more to add though

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Originally posted by Beancooker:
Our son came to visit with his wife. It was a great time. This seemed like a perfect opportunity to do something with the Omega. I spent a lot of time each evening after work, taping off parts of the watch and polishing the polished parts and sanding the brushed parts. The Omega looked brand new again. I know my son had been looking at some watches, specifically a Longines when he was in Italy, but he said he couldn’t pull the trigger for $1800 for a watch. I gave him the Omega, with box and cards and the extra Omega rubber strap with deployant buckle.

He was incredibly happy and appreciative.



I’ve stayed out of this thread for almost a month as you guys post up a lot of temptation.

That white dial Omega is (and will forever remain) a CLASSIC and I'm sure your son will treasure it!

For those who aren't familiar with Erika's Original straps; these are really well made, comfortable, secure, and offer a wide variety of colors. While not inexpensive, I really think they're worth the price and I just put one on my Oris "Coulson (firefighting) Limited Edition."

That looks great!

I had not heard of Erika’s before. Very tempting.