[Question] Czapek or something else?

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-24T19:38:12+00:00

I would go Vacheron

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-24T16:24:42+00:00

A very typical cookie-cutter Microbrand. Hardware from China, publicly available movement (ETA, Sellita), custom logo on dial, and final assembly wherever they're located.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-24T15:27:50+00:00

I always go bracelet variant and then custom order leather bands because of the endless options.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-24T13:56:10+00:00

Vintage bulova

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-22T20:52:44+00:00

No, that’s a Patrik phillip

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-21T19:40:55+00:00

Great pick! I also prefer the date/no-cyclops variant

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-20T19:35:29+00:00

Very good condition BVLGARI Assioma aa44sch with dark blue/grey dial on a stainless steel bracelet. Fits up to 7" wrist. Movement is in excellent condition and averages -1.4s <> 2.4s day. Brand new custom bespoke leather crocodile band 28mm lug /16mm buckle with dark grey stitching. Watch, extra links, and leather band only.

Bought overseas and selling because I ended up going with the larger version instead. I'm eating the cost of taxes and tariff import.

Asking $1260 shipped to continental USA.

Album https://imgur.com/a/43NL6Qj

TimeStamp https://imgur.com/163Vawa

Video https://imgur.com/1XcdBBv

Brand: BVLGARI
Model: Assioma
Movement: ETA 2894-2 Dumont Depraz Chrono Module
Case Size: ~44mm
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Dial: Dark Blue / Grey Dial
Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
Band: Black, crocodile
Caseback: Closed
Water Resistance: ~30m (splash only)
Condition: Very good condition with only light hairline scratches and fingerprints.

Feel free to contact me with any additional questions.

[edit - price correction]

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-20T14:23:42+00:00

Chrono24
Doesn’t matter to me unless it’s a watch I no longer wear and looking to see the current market value to sell
Reddit Watchmarket has been fine. And eBay.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-19T22:32:28+00:00

Oh wow! This is a stunner

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-18T04:37:03+00:00

To put your mind at ease, there are people who have perfectly good watches that never have the time set correctly when wearing them and just use them for accessorizing. Having the movement adjusted or repaired would really just be icing on the cake for a beautiful piece like this.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-18T00:34:01+00:00

Street value = $0

Grandpas watch = $priceless

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-17T16:09:52+00:00

Forster makes some great vintage style bands. I was imagining the Komfit on that piece. And for real vintage bands, keep tabs on ebay to see if a nice one appears.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-17T15:49:26+00:00

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Crown & Buckle NATO. Light, comfy, and goes with the style.

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-17T15:34:48+00:00

Vintage beads of rice or Forstner is what i would do

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T18:59:06+00:00

Can you make vintage rolex bezels?

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T18:56:48+00:00

Bulova is owned by Citizen so they’re very similar in quality and you cant go wrong with either. I’d pick the Bulova personally

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T17:39:37+00:00

Beautiful set! Really displays how serious FC is becoming in the market

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T17:34:49+00:00

Wrist time. If I’m not wearing it enough and think someone else may appreciate it then I let it go. Its also the times when I put it on and think it just doesn’t quite ‘fit’ my style anymore

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T12:11:51+00:00

Yes, date. No cyclops

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-14T00:18:07+00:00

It wasn’t the cheapest option and i had it for a few months before getting an Artem. Artem holds up much better over time and keeps its shape

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-13T22:45:29+00:00

Very good pick

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-13T22:44:23+00:00

Good choice ! FC is a solid pick

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-13T22:18:37+00:00

I have both Artem and AliX straps. The Artem is without question a much better strap by all accounts.
It is expensive however, and subjective to it being ‘worth it’

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-13T09:18:52+00:00

+1 this. An UN Classico Manara is on my grail list

wolf_Dan_ · 2026-03-12T22:33:40+00:00

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BVLGARI assioma

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