Cars and Wristwatches - Page 10 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

run.exe · #1 02-13-2004, 04:43 PM

You have a PM; thank you.

Gilly · #2 02-13-2004, 07:18 PM

I'm getting very close to ordering a new Omega Speedmaster Professional.......

Gilly

omegabenz · #3 02-13-2004, 08:46 PM

I think the omega seamaster GMT is really pimp. Id like to get that one. I have the omega seamaster professional, its a great watch. I wear it all the time.

Gilly · #4 02-13-2004, 09:02 PM

I've really debated it and decided the Speedy Pro is the one for me. The only one that had me thinking otherwise isn't in production anymore, it was the '57 Replica Speedmaster. I still think it's a cool watch, but they made them back around 1997 or so, so even if I'd find a new one (leftover), it would have the older style bracelet, and I just love the current bracelet.....

Gilly

omegabenz · #5 02-13-2004, 09:04 PM

OH, I love the speedy. I just want to save up for my Europe trip instead of buying another watch.

www.omega-addict.com

RJ has a great page, it has been mentioned several times in this thread.

Flash Gordon · #6 02-20-2004, 04:55 PM

This must be the longest runing thread, but I am glad it is back. I recently inherited a very old Rolex, automatic, oyster case back not flat but completely round, gold crown, some gold trim around the dial, and gold trims in between where the leather strap meets the watch. I have not even seen it on Ebay or anywhere alse. I know it has to be 50's or older. Anyone know what model it is? Sorry no picture because I don't have a digit cam. You Rolex experts, I need your help! Show me a picture so I can identify it please.

vincec · #7 02-20-2004, 07:59 PM

Quote:

I also own a Rolex Daytona

Mapleleaf, a SS Daytona.....thats my favorite watch...!!

#8 02-22-2004, 09:48 AM

which was a case design of the '40s and '50s. Cases where steel and gold were mixed have been common since the brand began.

To ID your watch, I'd check out some vintage watch trader sites like finertimes.com, which carry a large inventory of Rolexes. Another site is timezone.com, which has an excellent Rolex forum moderated by James Dowling, maybe the leading Rolex expert and author of an exhaustive book on the subject.

Earlier Rolexes are getting hard to find parts for, but they were the first really waterproof, self-winding watches. Nice machines before they became big time status symbols. Sounds like you have nice one.

#9 02-22-2004, 10:15 AM

Here's a link to the Rolex section of one of the larger vintage watch places...a couple are like the one you describe.

http://www.finertimes.com/asp/watches/query.asp?Title=Timepieces&SubTitle=+%2D+Rolex&Where=(Man_Code='100')&TypeCode=0&ManCode=100

run.exe · #10 02-22-2004, 05:42 PM

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Originally posted by MapleLeaf
You know, I'm realy not in love with the Daytona. In fact, I never really liked Rolex.
My Daytona, (although mint) was picked up at an auction and was given to me as a gift from my father-in-law. I never really took a liking to it.

In that event, might you care to sell it?

If so, please e-mail me at: release@500Ecstasy.com

Please be so kind as to include its serial # in your e-mail.

Thank you,

run.exe · #11 02-22-2004, 10:34 PM

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Originally posted by MapleLeaf
Thanks for the offer, but no thanks.
I'd never hear the end of it from my wife if I sold it. So, it mostly stays in the bank....sleeping.

What a tragedy/waste!!!

; )

No problem, though...

vincec · #12 02-22-2004, 11:10 PM

Mapleleaf, ithe problems you have with your Daytona might be becos you have it "sleeping" in a box at the bank. I am sure if you ask a watch expert, he would tell you to use a watch winder; this keeps the interior mechanism moving / ticking and preventing the parts from 'drying out'.....

omegabenz · #13 02-23-2004, 02:54 AM

Speaking of watch winders, who has one? What is a really good one to get for the money? I usually wear my watch everyday, but on the weekends if I am working on electrical stuff or welding, I obviously take it off. So I am looking for something to put it on to keep it wound.

I dont plan on having more than two watches any time soon. I have the Omega, a Rusty (surfboard company watch), and a timex that I got when I was 5. I can use the Rusty watch to keep a 2 watch system balanced.

What do you guys think?

ke6dcj · #14 02-23-2004, 08:36 AM

I use a Cyclotest 6 from Superior Watch ( http://www.superiorwatch.com ), esp at the price of $315, and it does 6-watches out of the box (it's not "pretty" though, I keep mine in a cabinet).

Moreover, it can grow with high-density arms (4-per arm) for a total of 24-watches!

MapleLeaf: are you sure your other watch isn't an IWC Schaufhaussen (sp?)

:-) neil
1988 360TE AMG
1993 500E

From Superior Watch (an IWC authorized service center):

The Cyclotest 6, a wall-mounted machine, will keep up to six watches fully wound. It measures 10.5" wide and 4" high. Watches are rotated and revolved in all directions. Hardware is supplied with the machine for mounting it on a wall to enable simultaneous 360 degree rotations in every direction to wind all automatic watches. 110 volt AC only (not battery operated); includes electronic appliance-timer to custom program daily winding. This product is guaranteed by our company for one year and is highly recommended for serious watch collectors having more than two automatic watches. The Cyclotest 6 is $315 plus $10 shipping (within the continental US) and applicable sales tax for NY residents.

Flash Gordon · #15 02-23-2004, 08:41 AM

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Originally posted by Jim B+
which was a case design of the '40s and '50s. Cases where steel and gold were mixed have been common since the brand began.

To ID your watch, I'd check out some vintage watch trader sites like finertimes.com, which carry a large inventory of Rolexes. Another site is timezone.com, which has an excellent Rolex forum moderated by James Dowling, maybe the leading Rolex expert and author of an exhaustive book on the subject.

Earlier Rolexes are getting hard to find parts for, but they were the first really waterproof, self-winding watches. Nice machines before they became big time status symbols. Sounds like you have nice one.

Many thanks! I will go to the forum on this topic