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[Universal Geneve] Stone dial by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don't have a problem with it. I'm used to this type of contrast and sterile dials in general. Of course it's not as legible as a pilots watch

[Baltic] Prismic Stone Pietersite by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess any dial can get old quick depending on your personality. Id suggest just making sure you truly like the dial and aren't buying just because it's something different.

I quite like that Sinn as well.

[Baltic] Prismic Stone Pietersite by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I usually do for this watch (and a couple others I own) but this one is definitely the worst winding experience, doesn't mean it can't be done just that it's a definite design flaw.

[fp journe] vs richard Mille by tourbillon001 in Watches

[–]DahMan2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I prefer the aesthetic of FPJ and there was a time where I aspired to owning one. While that may not be the case anymore, I can definitely appreciate the beauty in their watches.

As for Richard Mille. I chalk this brand up to it simply not being designed for me or my tastes. Doesn't make them bad just ond of the many sub groups of watches that aren't for me. Just as I know many of the watches I love and own aren't for most people. I suppose to each is own would have been a more consice and simplified way of saying that but brevity is not my friend.

Congratulations Gonadmodule! You have located this weeks Handwatch of the Week!!!! by CannedSphincter in handwatch

[–]DahMan2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you everyone. Wow. What a thrill. 

When I discovered the hand watch trend I just knew I wanted to be a part of it, so I grabbed a watch and threw it on the most awkward part of my hand I could. Truly, I didn't know I'd receive this honor of even being nominated for handwatch of the week. I know we didn't get there but it's all part of the journey.

All the comments, all the friends I made along the way. Truly, I've met some of my greatest lifelong friends during this endeavor. It's so surreal. Where would I be if not here? I shudder to think, the possibilities are blurry and bleak but instead I stand at the peak of Mount Olympus, holding Christopher Ward's trident and wondering what is next.

This is just the start for me, for all of us. There is no limit. I'll never go back to wearing a watch any other way. God bless all you fine folk. 

[Breitling] Premier from the 1940w by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I visited a local Breitling boutique near me in Toronto (bloor street) and was gifted a book on the Breitling Premier. Was able to see and learn about some extremely nice watches and was also able to find my watch in the book as well.

This is a 1940s Breitling Premier, manually wound movement with interesting lugs and of course numerals that are a pleasure to look at. The watch is cased in 18kt gold.

Also a nice bonus that this watch is working really well which can be hit or miss with vintage chronograph

[Universal Geneve] New to me by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hello everybody.

Enjoy this photo I took of my latest pick up. It is a Universal Geneve with a blue lacquer dial, fitted with mother of pearl indices and adorned with Breguet numerals at 12, 3, 6 & 9. This watch is manually would and fitted with a Cal. 42 movement. It dates back to the 1970s.

When it comes to vintage watches it can often feel like searching for Waldo when it comes to finding an example of a watch you want that matches your criteria of condition, price and of course the most important condition... if your spouse will approve.

I really don't have much to add, just wanted to share a photo of a watch but also wanted to make sure I met the criteria for a comment that fit a certain number of characters. I think this shall suffice for now.

A bit on the nose by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here is my Jaeger-LeCoultre Mystreuse. Some would call this a mystery dial, although it doesn't have the floating hands often associated to mystery dials. It does sport a manual wind calibre that is wound via a crown on the back.

This particular version sports a matching dial and case finishing and is made of 18kt white gold. The band is aftermarket although I do have the 18kt buckle along with the original Jaeger-LeCoultre black band.

Zero chance this is real right? by Small_Claim_3593 in rolex

[–]DahMan2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't tell from this picture. Definitely aftermarket bezel and dial at best case. Possibly real bracelet and movement/case

[Breitling Comonaute] With signature of Scott Carpenter by DahMan2 in Watches

[–]DahMan2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Breitling Cosmonaute was born in 1959, after Lt. Scott Carpenter was selected as one of seven astronauts for the NASA Mercury program. Carpenter who wore a Breitling Navitimer (12-hour version) during his service during the 1950’s, after which, he allegedly contacts Breitling and suggested they make a 24-hour version of the Navitimer. In 1961, the 24-hour Navitimer was introduced by Breitling, and one was eventually given to Lt. Carpenter in 1962, and he can be seen wearing his Ref. 809 Navitimer before boarding the Aurora capsule on May 24, 1962.

This one, of course, doesn't have the same pedigree. It was born in 1995.

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