First 'proper' watch..

I335 · 07-20-2010, 03:49 PM

I've been wearing a Berenger Aviator for the past 11+ years and it's been just perfect. Anyone familiar with this watch?

Oli · 07-20-2010, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MB London

I asume you didn't get the price you was after?

Fell back in love with it, and the Milgauss doesn't have the date, which I realised I couldn't live without.

Em135eye · 07-21-2010, 03:57 AM

This is what I'd get should I suddenly go mad and want a flashy watch:

MB London · 07-21-2010, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 335diesel

This is what I'd get should I suddenly go mad and want a flashy watch:

You see, you do have a hint of style

zaheer · 07-21-2010, 04:27 AM

navitimer and an omega constellation...perfect for any occasion...

charliesum · 07-21-2010, 04:54 AM

studio pic of mine

paul051 · 07-21-2010, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by charliesum

studio pic of mine

Nice! I fancy this one next similar but without the Alarm!

Oli · 07-21-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 335diesel

This is what I'd get should I suddenly go mad and want a flashy watch:

Only a poof would wear a watch like that

mkPOTO · 07-21-2010, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by BGM

Hi,

I've seen a couple of threads on here with what is basically "watch porn", so i thought this as good a place as any to ask about them

I am toying with the idea of purchasing a Tag Heuer Carrera..

couple of reasons, one being it isn't flash.. it's a dull metal which i like (my current watch is titanium), and of course the cars / racing connections.. however tenuous a link that may be

so, would it be a good buy? i know generally these things hold their value and i would certainly not be buying a new one so i'm kind of think yes..

but other opinions are welcome

my dad has the carrera and wow its awesome, and its limited edition as well

Em135eye · 07-21-2010, 11:00 AM

All the watch you ever need and under £250... ;-)

Oli - good job I don't have one then isn't it? ;-)

PhilL · 07-21-2010, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 335diesel

This is what I'd get should I suddenly go mad and want a flashy watch:

That looks lovely. I might get one..

Oh.

£10k

I might leave it a while

Dannyrado · 07-21-2010, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by paul051

Is that your actual watch in the picture or a picture from the Internet? Because I am 100% sure that is a replica!

+1

(I was just too polite to say.)

KadeSdad · 07-21-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by PhilL

That looks lovely. I might get one..

Oh.

£10k

I might leave it a while

£10k, now to me that's supercharger money!

BGM · 07-21-2010, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dannyrado

+1

(I was just too polite to say.)

i'm sure it's just a poor picture..

CHG · 07-21-2010, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Oli

I have the 42 mm and it is fine on my wrist

I have the 45 mm....The 42 is the perfect size! Will post pics later

briers · 07-21-2010, 04:41 PM

I like a nice watch myself and it's not a status thing for me

I've also had to talk my way out of being branded a poser cock for buying a 3-er to people i don't see that often.

And i know what you mean about wealthy people not trying to prove anything. A guy i work with who is now a multi-millionaire looks without wanting to stereotype the complete opposite of what you'd expect.

He turn's up to business meetings in pink mr happy t-shirts, shorts and drives a new-ish civic with a number plate worth more than the car.

He's very successful and driven person, but unless you see his house, you'd never know how wealthy he was.

simples · 07-21-2010, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by paul051

Is that your actual watch in the picture or a picture from the Internet? Because I am 100% sure that is a replica!

How dare u! i've had this watch for about 14 months now and it the real McCoy. Bought it from the dealer at Sukumvit Road for a berrry..berrrry goood brice !! u wanttt DBD??

scooba0010 · 07-22-2010, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by MB London

I asume you didn't get the price you was after?

He was very near ,My Brother wanted it and it wasnt for sale as he fell back in love with it !

NFS · 07-22-2010, 02:16 AM

This is what happens when watch 'one upmanship' goes too far:

I actually really like watches and sort of understand why people buy expensive brands. But I can't think of any other area where the law of diminishing returns applies to such a massive extent.

In my opinion at least 75% of the cost of a rolex pays for marketing and the 'brand'. I admire the engineering, but for me thats as far as it goes.

KadeSdad · 07-22-2010, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by NFS

This is what happens when watch 'one upmanship' goes too far:

I actually really like watches and sort of understand why people buy expensive brands. But I can't think of any other area where the law of diminishing returns applies to such a massive extent.

In my opinion at least 75% of the cost of a rolex pays for marketing and the 'brand'. I admire the engineering, but for me thats as far as it goes.

Exactly right, hence my original post!

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Originally Posted by KadeSdad

I just can't understand the value associated to them and 'One-upmanship' these things seem to bring out.

paul051 · 07-22-2010, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by simples

How dare u! i've had this watch for about 14 months now and it the real McCoy. Bought it from the dealer at Sukumvit Road for a berrry..berrrry goood brice !! u wanttt DBD??

dimisa1977 · 07-22-2010, 06:42 AM

Tag Carr is a nice piece. Have you considered Breitling or Panerai?

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