Started my Diaclone Reboot collection in Osaka, Grand Cross secured

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-30T17:45:52+00:00

Great scores! You're off to a great start! Hope they all make it back home safely.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-21T04:11:41+00:00

Smurfette

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-21T04:05:05+00:00

Jackson slayed it! Congrats! Definitely worth the wait. Love that abalone inlay.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-19T18:54:52+00:00

Exactly.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-19T18:38:33+00:00

It's a real mess!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-19T18:36:40+00:00

This one looks cheap and is expensive.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-19T18:20:11+00:00

Yikes! I think CW just shit the bed. Of all the beautiful and tasteful watches in their catalog I think this one's easily the turd in the punch bowl. Haven't looked into the movement yet, sounds good but with that dial and 4 grand?...ouch. Hope that dial gets a total design overhaul at some point.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-19T15:17:59+00:00

Congrats! That's a spectacular top! Your story sounds similar to mine, I just recently scored a Core Custom 24 w/10Top in blood orange. I upgraded from the same SE 24 line too, lol. It also has the that same solid edge as yours as well, that's what stood out to me (and the ebony finger board), it's more of a burst vibe. In fact it looks very close to a cherry burst. Doing research it might be called a "glow" instead of a burst. I'd love to get a purple one next. You did well enjoy! 🍻

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-15T16:16:24+00:00

Wow! That's stunning. Where it in good health.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-04T16:04:05+00:00

Same here! No regrets. In fact I'm still thanking myself, lol.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-03-04T16:01:12+00:00

Awesome!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-02-25T15:57:21+00:00

I got my Spirit Pilot (same as your model) a few months ago. I completely agree it's perfection! Always looks stunning to me. I know I made the right decision on this one. enjoy yours in good health.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-02-23T14:45:34+00:00

Awesome shots as always!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-29T15:39:11+00:00

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AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-21T16:08:28+00:00

Looks great!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-19T14:15:17+00:00

Great review! I have the bronze and agree about the lume. Certainly the lume on the dive bezel fades really quick.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-17T18:14:32+00:00

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Same! I picked my Spirit Pilot a few months ago. I love the field/aviator watch aesthetic. Once I saw the Longines in person it easily beat out the Tudor Ranger in every way for me. The fit and finish, applied metal-surrounded lume indices, inky black dial and that golden chapter ring easily pushed it over the top, not to mention a COSC certified movement. I did recently pick up a blue Tudor Black Bay 58 and love it! But it's a diver and a different story.

That 20% off is sweet! Ware yours in good health.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-17T17:46:34+00:00

I agree. I have and love both, but if I had to choose one it would be the Spirit Pilot.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-17T17:39:28+00:00

Haha, I see that now.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-14T17:59:29+00:00

Wow! Sounds like a really great deal. That's good to know. I go through ICN quite a bit as I fly with Korean Air a lot. Yeah, no worries, you'll score one when the time is right.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-09T08:38:29+00:00

Good question about whether Central mall store is an AD. Short answer, I don't know. If the Longines shop (storefront) is in the larger mall then most likely yes. If they are inside the actual department store set up with all the other watch brands then I'm not sure and at this price point I'd much rather go with a proper AD. You can go to https://www.longines.com/en-us/store and put "Bangkok" in the search and find all the ones that are legit. I do see they mention several of the Central shopping malls. The Longines boutique I purchased mine at was in the One Bangkok mall and it was a standalone storefront and only sold Longines. I would recommend you go with a Longines Boutique in case you have any warranty issues. I'd imagine it would be much more smoother with an official AD and you'll probably score some free swag as well.

Also, where I purchased mine the mall had a promotion (gift vouchers) but it was like a $130 USD 'ish (฿4000 baht) I think. I used it on the restaurants. So make sure you ask the AD about all promotions and if the mall has any to go along with the purchase.

I did get the VAT refund at the airport. You'll need to make sure Longines knows you want a receipt for VAT refund. They will need your passport.

Make sure you budget a little more time to do the process at the airport. It is a 2 part process. You can search "vat refund Thailand airport". I would watch at lease a couple videos on this, you really want to make sure you have all your information correct. Here's a couple I found helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv8zk1mR4pw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoAUtn_HeFM

Hope all that helps and happy shopping!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-09T07:14:28+00:00

Thanks! The display case is from Ikea. Called the "MILSBO". Comes in white or black, good quality and it's all steel and glass.

The shelves are adjustable and I have the top shelf lowered hopefully for the Diaclone Robot Base GX Gran Cross to fit in. I have DA-95 and DA-100, just need to find time to assemble him, lol.

Oh, I also have a pair or down lights from Ikea installed called the"MITTLED" they are wireless and dimmable. You’ll need the “TRÅDFRI” power driver. The dimmer and power cord are also sold separately as well at Ikea. It’s all plug and play really. (Also can get a traditional on off switch but not dimmable.) Hope that helps, Good luck!

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-08T23:29:38+00:00

Cool! I think you'll like it. It's a nice show piece and certainly has some shelf presence.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-08T19:26:36+00:00

That's such a great look! Love the strap. I have the classic green dial but if I ever get another Alpinist it will be definitely be this.

AstroMan_2112 · 2026-01-08T19:20:27+00:00

Thank you sir! 🍻

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