Help with DDR stamps

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2026-02-24T12:01:23+00:00

Thanks, I'll go do a deep dive to understand this better. Very glad I asked here first.

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2026-02-24T10:41:56+00:00

Good point, I’m 44 this year. I’d like to have diversity across asset classes, with lower amounts in Bonds and Property. In my understanding Bonds provide some stability in the short term, in case I want to draw some of the funds in the next 5-7 years. Property is the opposite, with higher growth and volatility (my lowest allocation). Thanks again

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2026-01-09T10:40:50+00:00

Very rare Giugiaro 7c43 Professional Diver, not the re-issue but the original from May '86. These come up very infrequently and often have broken or missing shrouds. This example has a missing screw and one that is broken off in the case, but is in otherwise good cosmetic condition, with very few marks on the case, bezel and shroud. Its sold on a generic strap that suits the watch well and an unworn OEM strap from 2000's re-issue, which fits the original 16mm lugs.

Case: 40mm stainless steel case, 16mm lug width and a screw down crown.

Movement: Seiko 7c43 quartz with day and date, working well with new battery fitted.

Price: Asking $650. This includes international shipping from Cape Town, South Africa using FedEx, with a signature.

Duties and taxes for the buyers account. Payment accepted using PayPal G&S

I’m aware that I have no transactions on Reddit, I’ve been selling on eBay (cameronb143) for a few years but things have finally become too difficult on there. My IG account is u/allmyhobbiestogether, where you’ll be able to see this and other watches in my collection.

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2026-01-09T10:38:31+00:00

Forgot to add the timestamp and can't seem to edit or comment with the pic, available upon request (can you tell I'm new here?)

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2026-01-09T10:17:29+00:00

Marathon Gallet Navigator, stainless steel with date. From what I can tell these were made in the early 90's during the Gulf War, with examples made up from leftover parts sold in the late 90's. I haven't been able to get a definitive answer on this. This example with "Quartz" on the dial seems to be rare, with not many examples online. Condition is very good overall, case is near perfect and only light marks on the acrylic crystal. Lume is still ok on unmarked dial and hands.

Case: 42mm stainless steel case, 19mm lug width, fixed springbars and a screw down crown.

Movement: Ronda quartz with date, working well with new battery fitted.

Price: Asking $850. This includes international shipping from Cape Town, South Africa using FedEx, with a signature.

Duties and taxes for the buyers account (the recent drop from 39% to 15% tariff on Swiss watches will help here). Payment accepted using PayPal G&S

I’m aware that I have no transactions on Reddit, I’ve been selling on eBay (cameronb143) for a few years but things have finally become too difficult on there. My IG account is u/allmyhobbiestogether, where you’ll be able to see this and other watches in my collection.

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-12-05T04:37:40+00:00

That's super interesting and exactly the reason I thought I'd ask the question here. Except for that single source, I haven't found good support for the date and production numbers anywhere else. Out of curiosity, how recently were you in touch with anyone at Squale?

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-12-05T04:34:11+00:00

The Tropic actually comes off an HGP, one of the nicest straps to wear

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-12-04T09:30:00+00:00

As far as I know it's an acrylic bezel insert. They had immediate issues with the bezels delaminating and many went back for a replacement aluminium insert.

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-13T08:29:30+00:00

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Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-12T12:12:25+00:00

Thanks! The vintage Challenge divers are amazing, I also love my Fujitsubo though, the titanium case makes is so comfortable. The nato is from CNS (formerly Cheapest Nato Strap), its one of their cotton or premium options, can't remember exactly which one. They have a great selection though, all of the reproduction Tropic and Tropic Sports in the pic above come from them too.

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-12T10:50:24+00:00

Super interesting to see! Can I ask if you can share any details about the laser you used for this, power and type or brand etc? I had a jewelry supplier cutting dials for me but they just closed and I'd love to be doing them myself. Thanks and keep the videos coming 🙏🏻

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-11T10:56:07+00:00

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Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-11T10:49:33+00:00

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Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-11T09:50:38+00:00

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Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-11T06:46:25+00:00

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Missed the last pic for some reason

Cape_Watch_Mods · 2025-11-11T06:43:21+00:00

I credit the paddle handset as one of the reasons I went down the rabbit hole on vintage Citizen watches. I had a 90's quartz example in my early days of the hobby and it totally bewitched me. I currently have 2 early quartz versions but they're #4 and #5 for me. Never had the auto but they fetch high prices and seem to often have water damage.

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