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I continue to be intrigued, fascinated and infatuated (if not more) with the ABR... HAGWE tempusfugit This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2009-08-24 09:58:41...  

I wonder if we have any Purists living in the UTC +14 time zone? Strictly speaking they should start off this weekly thread. That’s the Line Islands in the Republic of Kiribati. I have never visited, but I used to collect stamps from Christmas Island when... 

The black is for more "formal" wear (to work) and the red is for play (weekends, etc.). I also have others including leather and stingray but I do like the silicone straps. Changing them was a pain initially but they seem to get easier with use. Living on... 

...but Christmas Island is NW of Australia - about half-way between Broome and Sri Lanka. Like its 'sister islands' some distance to the west - the Cocos Keeling Islands - it is an Australian protectorate. Its history is fairly interesting, but the histor... 

… Santa Claus doesn’t live on Christmas Island ? That’s it; I’m taking my toys and going home! A

Still getting to know Lady Minerva ... so please excuse my perseveration. Follow this link to a full review on the MB Forum ....  

It exudes character. Congratulations!

...and getting ready to read your review. Andrew, she's a pretty lady! Great catch, my friend! Cheers, Daos

The more I look at the watch , the more I like it It grows on me

Last week I had a chance to see and try the new Senator Sixties Square and I must say that this watch is really my cup of tea. Everything is right; I love the size, the domed crystal and the back of the watch. But I must say that I prefer the version with...  

I love the "retro" look !

That looks GREAT on you! Wow. Daos

Thanks Geo, I really like the Senator Sixties line and this version looks very nice. It doesn’t hurt that you captured it brilliantly in this image. Both the silver dial you link to and the black look good; personal choice. My favourite round Sixties is t...  

Hi Andrew, the time only is gorgeous too. These classic re issues are breath taking. GEO

fits perfect with the color of your shirt Thanks for the wonderful picture. Oliver

the square cushion design is now an unusual sight so its nice to see it faithfully bought back by GO. looks great on your not too slim wrist as 19cm is over 7.5 inches. best Graham

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The peeking cuff shot is one of my favorites. Great watch! Larry

. . . thanks much, Art

...from your usual stylish photo Geo. It may not be yours yet, but we suspect it may be soon! Cheers, pplater.

This one is really sexy, and is even more beautiful in the flesh! HAGWE. Nicolas

here's my contribution anyway, from a visit earlier this week to a familiar destination in Anaheim: And this may not be the best wrist shot you've ever seen, but I bet it's the best wrist shot you've seen taken from an iPhone into a mirrored surface on a ...  

You win my favorite post of the day award! Hope you had fun at "the happiest place on Earth." I work for a Disney competitor, so must temper my enthusiasm. LOL! Cheers, Daos

Raining cats and dogs here in Singapore. My mood remains cheery every time I look at this piece of pure beauty and simplicity....  

Even a rainy day is a Sunny day! Best, my friend; Nicolas

...today's companion is an unacceptably dirty little piece. Wicked pplater! The VC Malte chrono deserves to be treated with a little more care: Cheers, pplater....  

And I do prefer the WG over other precious metals as well ....... Nice Photo !!

HAGWE! -- Richard.

for a not less superb Chrono. HAGWE, Nicolas

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Looks very tropical where you are. HAGWE! Daos

and I'm back to work...

Lovely photograph, my friend. Hope you enjoy the weekend! Cheers, Daos

The moonfase, beautiful watch. GEO

...in a modern outfit ;-)

now them from you This AP is a real classic and rarely seen in this days. Thanks for sharing. Oliver

Mind if I use it sometime for the AP forum masthead on ThePuristS? TM

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Your PPro ABR is very festive on its red strap! Here's my choice after wearing the Stowa all week. HAGWE! Daos...  

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This one is ok, but I'm hoping to post some better pictures soon! Hope your weekend is going well, so far. Cheers, Daos

of this special watch is covered very well. Thanks for sharing. Oliver

its nice to see a pic of just a portion of the dial rather than every shot being on the wrist. i must start taking more interesting pics. best Graham

Thanks! I'll have to share some other macros I've taken recently over in AHCI. I think I have a few better efforts. I'm certainly enjoying the watch, and appreciate your kind words about it. Cheers, Daos

And yes, the red strap is for festive wear. And it goes with my black dog and his red collar--we make quite a pair when he takes me for our regular walks! tempusfugit

...of you with your red strap and your dog wearing his! Cheers, Daos

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I m so happy to have my baby back after an intense Rolex revision... have a good weeked everybody !...  

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What a rare bird--all blue bezel--excellent patina--perfectly matched hands and dial! (not to mention the UAE coat)

One of my ( if not MY ) absolute favourite 1675! Best, Nicolas

Just rewound it today after 8.5 days with the LUC winding tool. Little bits of fun I had this am....  

i think its just like a cranking handle, but would love to see it in action. best Graham

... no pulsometer scale any more! Regards, Marcus...  

nice pics

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Nice watch choice for the weekend! Good to see you amongst us! Cheers, Daos

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Hello! Minerva today...  

. . . in this watch . . . cordially, Art

worn by the Comex divers and Jacques Cousteau. Each piece tested to 1000 metres. cheers and HAGWE fernando...  

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Or you just added this lovely monster in your collection??? If yes, congrats! I must admit that it is growing on me more and more. Will just have to do the wrist test... Best, my friend. Nicolas

but the picture is not from today as it is raining here. Looking forward to a cosy weekend with some time for reading ... ... if I don´t have to look at all these little details ... HAGWE Oliver...  

Very tempting. Yours looks beautiful! I am torn between the 15300 and the 15202. The timing of your photos is perfect for me. Thanks! respo

the search for eternal youth fits well with todays addiction to health and beauty. you look so young that i think you already have a picture on your hard drive which is ageing as we speak best Graham

I thought you would keep my little secret HAGWE Oliver

LOL! they tortured me and forced me to tell.........honest :) G

Both are very nice and I also went through this process. I choose V8 for several reasons: Probably lower service efforts Seconds hand No frame around the date "old" movement has to come with an "old" watch (A, ... Series) ... Anyway, you cant´t go wrong. ... 

Had not noticed that about the date window. Not so interested in the central seconds hand and the additional thickness of the movement/watch. I did try on the 15300 this week, as I mentioned, and it was lovely with the blue dial. It just felt great on the... 

of different points of view on the subject to help you sort out the decision! ;-) TM

...and research. been speding some considerable time there lateley. LOL. I think I have decided, but now need to find one.

So nice to see AP's "in the wild!"

I really like the look of the RO. It's a super successful design IMO. I'd be pleased to own one someday. What size case is yours? 36mm? 39mm? Nice wristshot BTW. Some heavy reading too -- The Portrait of Dorian Gray in German (maybe)? HAGWE! Daos

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This is the most perfect definition of " Holidays ".. Best, my friend. Nicolas

... well; almost ... Longines-friday .... Filip...  

nice watch in any case ;-)

.... .... but financially the only change in the near future will be a watch-strap .... .... ..... LOL. ... and a trip to Paris .... Filip

In mediterranean sea ... HAGWE...  

.... you're having a good time .... how fast does that jet-ski go ???? Filip ;-)

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thats my excuse for my pale appearance anyway lovely watch Patrice. diving alarm watches are a superb combination. mine might only be a cheap version, but it doesnt matter if it gets wet and the alarm wakes me every morning. best Graham

sailing is his job ;-)...  

its that hat thats important Jeff. my dad who is 80 has had several large melanoma's removed from his balding head after years of working in the garden with no hat. on another tack, a funny story. the landlady of one of our 2 pubs is in her 50's and has N... 

If she gets exposed to the sun only 4 measly times a year, I am assuming that she must be pastier than plaster!!! LOL!!! In my neck of the woods you get so used to the sun that whenever I travel someplace and I do not get to see it for a week or so, I sta... 

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I won't complain about that. Overcast today so we go out tomorrow. Spend three days on the Island "Catalina" last week. Being on the water is like heaven on earth. A+

HAGWE! -- Richard.

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i've been wearing my Chronoswiss Delphis all week in honour of Jacks new Chronoswiss, but i thought i'd go back to the drawing board this weekend with the Fortis IQ. not just any port in a storm for me best Graham...  

. . . well, we always knew you were a selective guy, Graham! Happy Friday, Art

it was a present from my mum and dad and he has excellent taste Art. we were weaned on port. since the credit crunch they have suffered a bit like all the elderly living on investments so they neednt have bought me anything, but it was a very nice gesture... 

One of my favorite after dinner drinks. Great taste!! J.

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Exactly 5 years ago I bought myself this watch. Some might say it was the beginning of the end Just got it back after a routine service, looking as good as ever. Not often seen around here, my trusty Baume & Mercier Capeland Chrono. HAGWE, Alex...  

. . . cordially, Art...  

Yummm. They sure look good. I like that Omega - thanks for the detailed review. Is it going back to Omega to be sold as an "executive car" oops I mean watch? Mike

. . . for the Persian mulberries that are ripening as I write these lines . . . cordially, Art

last weekend's project for a birthday present...  

. . . in pancakes - baking is beyond me! Slightly envious, Art

After reading DeBalzac's review I decided to pull the trigger on this one. Killer dial-bracelet combo. No wrist shot yet, but seller's pic. Cal 48, standard regulator. HAGWE, Ginger...  

Welcome to the exclusive club of Minerva owners. The pink dial and bracelet are beautiful on the Pythagore. I look forward to more pictures (and maybe a small review on the Montblanc forum?) Regards Livius

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. . . dare I ask, may I have another?! Impatiently, Art

The warm, delicate shade of the dial is lovely, and that Minerva script...my, oh, my! Enjoy the new watch! Cheers, Daos

Wearing it for a full week now, after I got it back from service... Have a nice weekend all! RJ...  

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This is the first Grand Seiko I bought, about 5 years ago. I still love the watch. It looks like white gold or stainless, but it's a special white titanium alloy used by Grand Seiko on a few watches. The automatic movement is nicely finished, carefully ad...  

Congrats to your watch, cazalea! It is of that kind and size that I generally like too. Best, anaesdoc

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PS to 500 ccm Hope you had a good time at the PP headquarter. Oliver

context is everything! BTW - it's 640ps...

nice to see you back Thomas, how was your trip to what remains of the british empire? i hope my advice was useful and didnt get you in any trouble. best graham

I owe you an email, sorry I am running soooo far behind (UK > CH > Carmel - I must have driven 3000 miles since Jul 29th!) I've literally been "living on the road!" Thanks so much for your "local knowledge" and sorry to not be able to visit the wonderful ... 

no problem Thomas, there's always next year. best G

When I saw this watch, I could never understand why there are no others like it. A simple, clean, and legible design... Unfortunate what's become of the brand... but that hasn't corroded my relationship with this one... yet....  

The Bunde... Not a bad choice, isn´t it? HAGWEE all my Fellow Purists Emilio...  

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Just got your mail, my friend... Read you soon! Best, Nicolas

HAGWE...  

I'd like to add a PSM Perpetual Calendar one day to complement my Serpent Calendar. Would welcome more pics!!!!!

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Always good for the weekend ;-)...  

What is the background? Are you a lawyer? Or did you just get a bill from the police for a parking problem? HAGWE. Nicolas

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...and why wouldn't you??? - The chrono by which all others are judged - no matter how much exposure it gets, it never fails to mesmerise. Impeccable taste, as always Steve. Cheers, pplater.

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Certainly on my wrist for the very next Friday Wears! Best, Nicolas

Always a good choice for the water 666 HAGWE...  

Best, my friend. 666

The number of the beast. Sleeping on the boat tonight for an early foggy start in tje morning. First the kids want to knee board then when can relax. A+ Bill

I'm even more tired on holidays than when I'm working... Best, Co 666, and kisses to the little demons. Nicolas

. . . so the SD was the perfect watch for the outing ;-) . . . best regards, Art

This is an Albatros, from Jaeger-LeCoultre. It was made in 1983, subtly shaped hexagonal 18K yellow gold and SS case, with the fist ultrathin quartz caliber of the Manufacture, called 602. Like the Reverso, the Albatros was a genuine factory product since...