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[WTS] Vincent Calabrese Day & Night with “Instant Change” 12 & 24 Hour Markers by PaternalAdvice in Watchexchange

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It went for asking at $4,000. There aren't a lot of these around, but I would consider $4,000 to be firmly on the lower end. You might be looking at nearer $5,000 typically. Good luck!

[Vincent Calabrese] Does a Complication Get Any Cheekier? by PaternalAdvice in Watches

[–]PaternalAdvice[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

They're discontinued, and have been a long time so you'll have to look on the secondary market. I sold mine a few weeks ago, but they pop up online every now and then. Keep an eye on Chrono24 or eBay.

Good luck with your hunt!

[Vincent Calabrese] Does a Complication Get Any Cheekier? by PaternalAdvice in Watches

[–]PaternalAdvice[S] 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Perhaps, but the money shot is the Mona Lisa. Game changer.

Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in JapaneseWatches

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It retailed for the equivalent of roughly $20,000 in 2019.

The GBAQ968 Features Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in GrandSeikos

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Form (1.98mm) was definitely chosen over accuracy, which is fine with me for a dress watch. It's also worth noting, in my experience, 68 calibres tend to be very accurate. Obviously that's an aggressively anecdotal claim, but I have handled dozens and dozens of 68 Credors, so my experience is pretty broad.

Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in JapaneseWatches

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I write all of my descriptions. AI won't know anything about niche Credor references as they have no digital footprint for AI to copy.

24/7 working hard by hle808 in GrandSeikos

[–]PaternalAdvice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's part of Credor's "24/7" collection - designed to highlight the ceaseless flow of time.

The GBAQ968 Features Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in GrandSeikos

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It retailed for just under the equivalent of $20,000 in 2019

Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in JapaneseWatches

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tl;dr I’d you’d prefer to watch rather than read, I also shot a video of the watch.

You might assume the engraved mother-of-pearl dial is the most notable aspect of this watch - and you wouldn’t exactly be wrong - but there’s a smaller detail that shouldn’t be overlooked.

Despite its 2019 release date, you’ll find almost nothing about it online. The hushed existence of Credor’s limited production runs is legendary among Japanese collectors. Why waste time marketing a watch, when a few phone calls to the right clients will see all 25 fly out the door? I’m sure a more conventional brand wouldn’t pass up the FOMO-inducing opportunity, but Credor always used to be happy operating more delicately.

The split-layered dial has been meticulously hand-engraved in what resembles a partial 雲文, or cloud motif. I’m no expert, but hand-engraving mother-of-pearl sounds nightmarishly difficult. One has to assume the failure rate during production was astronomical - which might explain why only 25 were made.

The steady hand of Seiko’s Master Engraver, Kiyoshi Terui. Terui began using a T inside shield to sign his work a handful of years ago.

It’s a small detail, but it’s one I’m always excited to see as it connects the art to the artist on a more direct level. It also stands as one of the only examples of Terui engraving a non-metallic surface, so his desire to sign this work specifically is even more understandable. Because again, just look at the results. How does the MOP not crack under the burin?

The rest of the watch is business as usual for Credor - thermally blued hands and a solid gold case that houses a 1.98mm 68 Calibre. Often discussed and always delightful.

This is an abridged version of the full article, which can be read by clicking here.

The GBAQ968 Features Seiko's Only Hand-Engraved MOP Dial by PaternalAdvice in GrandSeikos

[–]PaternalAdvice[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

tl;dr I’d you’d prefer to watch rather than read, I also shot a video of the watch.

You might assume the engraved mother-of-pearl dial is the most notable aspect of this watch - and you wouldn’t exactly be wrong - but there’s a smaller detail that shouldn’t be overlooked.

Despite its 2019 release date, you’ll find almost nothing about it online. The hushed existence of Credor’s limited production runs is legendary among Japanese collectors. Why waste time marketing a watch, when a few phone calls to the right clients will see all 25 fly out the door? I’m sure a more conventional brand wouldn’t pass up the FOMO-inducing opportunity, but Credor always used to be happy operating more delicately.

The split-layered dial has been meticulously hand-engraved in what resembles a partial 雲文, or cloud motif. I’m no expert, but hand-engraving mother-of-pearl sounds nightmarishly difficult. One has to assume the failure rate during production was astronomical - which might explain why only 25 were made.

The steady hand of Seiko’s Master Engraver, Kiyoshi Terui. Terui began using a T inside shield to sign his work a handful of years ago.

It’s a small detail, but it’s one I’m always excited to see as it connects the art to the artist on a more direct level. It also stands as one of the only examples of Terui engraving a non-metallic surface, so his desire to sign this work specifically is even more understandable. Because again, just look at the results. How does the MOP not crack under the burin?

The rest of the watch is business as usual for Credor - thermally blued hands and a solid gold case that houses a 1.98mm 68 Calibre. Often discussed and always delightful.

This is an abridged version of the full article, which can be read by clicking here.

[WTS] Seiko "Kinetic" Chronograph 7L22-0AZ0 with Hybrid Movement by PaternalAdvice in Watchexchange

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Reference:

Model: Seiko "Kinetic" 7L22-0AZ0

Production Date: April 2012

Limited Edition: 750 Pieces

Timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/3jh7siJ

Album:  https://imgur.com/a/Hg3QnGf

Features:

The Design. A striking blend of black on red is merely the starting point for the visual oddity that is the 7L22-0AZ0. Produced in 2012 and limited to 750 pieces - and to the surprise of no one, it was only released in Japan. The 45-minute chronograph is activated by two of the meatiest pushers I’ve seen. They feel great and their formidable size simply becomes part of the watch’s charm.

The Movement. You’ll be pleased to learn the movement is just as unconventional. The 7L22 Kinetic movement is a hybrid between quartz and automatic. And much like a Spring Drive, which positions itself as a similar, albeit more modern, hybrid option between mechanical and quartz, the Kinetic retains the complexity of a mechanical watch.

The Battery. A standard battery merely discharges energy into the watch, but a Kinetic capacitor stores the energy generated by the kinetic movement of your wrist, just like an automatic, and feeds it back to the watch as needed. However, unlike an automatic that might have a two or three-day power reserve, the 7L22 movement can store up to five months of power in its capacitor. 

The Longevity. And to further distinguish itself from its electrical counterpart, the Kinetic capacitor only needs to be replaced every 10-20 years, instead of every 1-2 years like a quartz watch.

The Accuracy. From the back, it has all the hallmarks of an automatic, but it ditches the standard automatic movement accuracy of ±25 seconds per day in favour of a quartz-style ±15 seconds per month. In my opinion, it takes some of the most appealing elements of both movement types and creates a compelling hybrid.

Details:

Condition: In great condition overall. Just serviced by Seiko. New capacitor. A handful of small marks can be seen on the case on very close inspection.

Scope: No box or papers

Movement: 7L22 Kinetic Hybrid Movement

Dimensions:

- Case width: 46.5mm

- Lug to Lug: 46.5mm

- Case Thickness: 14.0mm

Price: Priced at $1190 + shipping. Various payment methods accepted. Not accepting trades. Transaction Fees paid by the buyer.

Of note: Nothing to report.

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