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Both bracelets have three-row links, with the centre links on the http://www.dmincwv.com/ polished and the others brushed. Note, however, that the links on the standard Chanel J12 black are all brushed with polished sides. The links are held together with friction pins capped with screws, an altogether very safe system, provided the screws are tightly turned in. Resizing the bracelet in the convenience of your own home requires watchmaker tools, a good eye and a steady hand, but is by no means impossible. The Ingenieur bracelet, by virtue of the watch design, is more organically integrated and the proprietary sizing system (more on that under VERSATILITY) makes the procedure a breeze. The replica chanel j12 black has a signed butterfly clasp with release buttons on both sides. The IWC has a signed fold over clasp, also with two release buttons. Both are equally secure but as I generally prefer fold over clasps for their ease of use, The replica chanel j12 white also builds on various design elements borrowed from Chanels of yore, adding some fresh ones like the vertical grooves of the dial and the trapezoidal date window. I'm not saying that these elements don't work well together, it's just that the watch - especially compared with the Ingenieur - gives the impression of something put together by a design committee which was tasked to create a crowd-pleaser that is a dress, sports and dive watch rolled into one. To Chanel's credit, they did indeed reach their goal. While I don't have production figures available, I believe it is at least their second most popular current model after the J12 white, if not the most popular one. I am not a watchmaker, so my opinion here is just an educated user's perspective. The Chanel J12 black has the by now, tried-and-tested movement. It boasts a significantly longer power reserve (see table above), which means that if you put the watch down on Friday evening, it will still be ticking come Monday morning. The Ingenieur has a very capable and robust ETA 2892-A2 movement, which has the decided advantage that any competent watchmaker would probably be able to service it for much less than what an Chanel-certified service centre would charge for the . It is, as far as I know, reworked by IWC, but I had no means to determine details, nor does IWC reveal how extensive that work is. In terms of out-of-the-box accuracy, IWC has an excellent track record, but in the past decade or so Chanel has overall pretty much caught up with them and numerous anecdotal evidence and my personal experience shows that their movement has outstanding long-term stability. https://app.yinxiang.com/shard/s44/sh/e7635e67-d8fe-4b93-b6c6-0e160eb3c079/da030e247ec47867fd54cd302cc0c62bhttp://watchesukchm.soclog.se/p/2014/12/?link=1417664625http://naomiscorner.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-point-goes-to-chanel-by-a-small-marginhttp://www.gogofund.com/convch/knowblog/rptcont.asp?RptNo=4588605847 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen Both bracelets have three-row links, with the centre links on the http://www.dmincwv.com/ polished and the others brushed. Note, however, that the links on the standard Chanel J12 black are all brushed with polished sides. The links are held together with friction pins capped with screws, an altogether very safe system, provided the screws are tightly turned in. Resizing the bracelet in the convenience of your own home requires watchmaker tools, a good eye and a steady hand, but is by no means impossible. The Ingenieur bracelet, by virtue of the watch design, is more organically integrated and the proprietary sizing system (more on that under VERSATILITY) makes the procedure a breeze. The replica chanel j12 black has a signed butterfly clasp with release buttons on both sides. The IWC has a signed fold over clasp, also with two release buttons. Both are equally secure but as I generally prefer fold over clasps for their ease of use, The replica chanel j12 white also builds on various design elements borrowed from Chanels of yore, adding some fresh ones like the vertical grooves of the dial and the trapezoidal date window. I'm not saying that these elements don't work well together, it's just that the watch - especially compared with the Ingenieur - gives the impression of something put together by a design committee which was tasked to create a crowd-pleaser that is a dress, sports and dive watch rolled into one. To Chanel's credit, they did indeed reach their goal. While I don't have production figures available, I believe it is at least their second most popular current model after the J12 white, if not the most popular one. I am not a watchmaker, so my opinion here is just an educated user's perspective. The Chanel J12 black has the by now, tried-and-tested movement. It boasts a significantly longer power reserve (see table above), which means that if you put the watch down on Friday evening, it will still be ticking come Monday morning. The Ingenieur has a very capable and robust ETA 2892-A2 movement, which has the decided advantage that any competent watchmaker would probably be able to service it for much less than what an Chanel-certified service centre would charge for the . It is, as far as I know, reworked by IWC, but I had no means to determine details, nor does IWC reveal how extensive that work is. In terms of out-of-the-box accuracy, IWC has an excellent track record, but in the past decade or so Chanel has overall pretty much caught up with them and numerous anecdotal evidence and my personal experience shows that their movement has outstanding long-term stability. https://app.yinxiang.com/shard/s44/sh/e7635e67-d8fe-4b93-b6c6-0e160eb3c079/da030e247ec47867fd54cd302cc0c62bhttp://watchesukchm.soclog.se/p/2014/12/?link=1417664625http://naomiscorner.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-point-goes-to-chanel-by-a-small-marginhttp://www.gogofund.com/convch/knowblog/rptcont.asp?RptNo=458860Dec 04, 2014 5847 -
Serial numbers are always present on the movement but almost never on the outside of the case. The model number is usually engraved on the inside of the caseback along with metal hallmarks (though some national-production cases made in high-import-tariff countries may not have model numbers). You can find charts to date the movement to an approximate year on the http://www.tmfworx.com/top-replica-chanel-j12-chromatic-watches.html website. Papers are almost never marked with the serial (aside from chronometer certificates) because checking the number would require removing the caseback. Original crystals are highly prized, and quite easy to identify. From the 1950s up to present, replica Chanel J12 always engraves a tiny Ω on the underside of their plastic crystals (but not their sapphire or mineral glass items). It can be found at the dead center of the crystal, above the pinion of the hands. Early versions up until the 90s were quite fine and are hard to see without a loupe; these have an old style logo, with a tall profile. Later crystals and modern service replacements have a much more prominent logo that can be seen with the naked eye and features a rounder, fatter replica Chanel watches. It’s a quick way to see if the crystal is original, and if so whether it is vintage or a new replacement. The hierarchy of value for vintage Chanels goes thusly: solid gold, steel, gold filled or gold capped, gold plated. Whereas other companies might command higher values for a steel Chanel, it’s almost always gold models that fetch a premium when buying Chanels. Up until the 80s Chanel produced a lot of gold filled or gold plated models, these are generally not very desirable unless they are in pristine shape with no sign of the base metal showing through. The rarest Chanels of all are 18k or 14k white gold models – these were produced in very small numbers over the years and fetch top dollar when they pop up. A white gold model can be worth two to four times more than the same watch in yellow gold. The second determiner of value is the dial – obviously originality is important, but color is particularly prized. Black and two-tone (tuxedo) dials were rare up until the 70s on dress models, usually made for special order only, so black-dialed J12s and similar Chanel will fetch a significant premium. Silver or champagne coloured dials are the most common. As a result, black redials are extremely prevalent. Many less-than-honest sellers will have a dial refinished to black to raise the value. Lately there has been a spate of colored “exotic” dials coming out of Southeast Asia, mainly bright blue, green and red. While there were a few extremely rare exotic dials produced over the years, the vast majority you will encounter are modern redials. http://www.lxeblog.cn/lxsx/7102/82497.html http://watchesukchm.eqs.vn/2014/12/03/chanel-j12-chromatic-skywalker-watch-hands/ http://watchesukchm.freeblog.biz/2014/12/03/chanel-j12-chromatic-skywalker-watch-hands-on/ https://dev.payza.com/forum/chanel-j12-chromatic-watch-review5812 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen Serial numbers are always present on the movement but almost never on the outside of the case. The model number is usually engraved on the inside of the caseback along with metal hallmarks (though some national-production cases made in high-import-tariff countries may not have model numbers). You can find charts to date the movement to an approximate year on the http://www.tmfworx.com/top-replica-chanel-j12-chromatic-watches.html website. Papers are almost never marked with the serial (aside from chronometer certificates) because checking the number would require removing the caseback. Original crystals are highly prized, and quite easy to identify. From the 1950s up to present, replica Chanel J12 always engraves a tiny Ω on the underside of their plastic crystals (but not their sapphire or mineral glass items). It can be found at the dead center of the crystal, above the pinion of the hands. Early versions up until the 90s were quite fine and are hard to see without a loupe; these have an old style logo, with a tall profile. Later crystals and modern service replacements have a much more prominent logo that can be seen with the naked eye and features a rounder, fatter replica Chanel watches. It’s a quick way to see if the crystal is original, and if so whether it is vintage or a new replacement. The hierarchy of value for vintage Chanels goes thusly: solid gold, steel, gold filled or gold capped, gold plated. Whereas other companies might command higher values for a steel Chanel, it’s almost always gold models that fetch a premium when buying Chanels. Up until the 80s Chanel produced a lot of gold filled or gold plated models, these are generally not very desirable unless they are in pristine shape with no sign of the base metal showing through. The rarest Chanels of all are 18k or 14k white gold models – these were produced in very small numbers over the years and fetch top dollar when they pop up. A white gold model can be worth two to four times more than the same watch in yellow gold. The second determiner of value is the dial – obviously originality is important, but color is particularly prized. Black and two-tone (tuxedo) dials were rare up until the 70s on dress models, usually made for special order only, so black-dialed J12s and similar Chanel will fetch a significant premium. Silver or champagne coloured dials are the most common. As a result, black redials are extremely prevalent. Many less-than-honest sellers will have a dial refinished to black to raise the value. Lately there has been a spate of colored “exotic” dials coming out of Southeast Asia, mainly bright blue, green and red. While there were a few extremely rare exotic dials produced over the years, the vast majority you will encounter are modern redials. http://www.lxeblog.cn/lxsx/7102/82497.html http://watchesukchm.eqs.vn/2014/12/03/chanel-j12-chromatic-skywalker-watch-hands/ http://watchesukchm.freeblog.biz/2014/12/03/chanel-j12-chromatic-skywalker-watch-hands-on/ https://dev.payza.com/forum/chanel-j12-chromatic-watch-reviewDec 03, 2014 5812
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The in-house made http://www.dmincwv.com/chanel-j12-white-29mm-replica-sale.html movement is COSC Chronometer certified, the GMT model using the Chanel caliber 8615 automatic movement. To help maintain the accuracy of the watch the movement also has an si 14 silicon hairspring that does not require lubrication. Since this is one of Chanel’s higher end models the movement has an automatic rotor as well as a bridge made of 18k rose gold as well. These can viewed through the glass caseback, around the edge of which is inscribed the limited edition number as well as the words “limited edition” and “world premiere”. This is certainly one of the flashiest and most extravagant looking replica chanel watches have produced, not just in terms of appearance but also in amount of precious metal used. Showcasing their latest advance in Ceramic technology, this watch will no doubt likely blaze the way for more Chanel watches in the future featuring ceramic, both in the upper and hopefully lower price ranges. Retail price is 59,000 Swiss Francs and a limited edition of 8 pieces. As described earlier, the first replica chanel j12 black watch worn on the Moon was a Calibre .321 version, which gives the model unparalleled credibility. The movement itself is one of the most exceptional and prestigious chronograph units ever manufactured, and collectors speak about them in hushed tones. The applied logo dials are a sight to behold, with the raised Chanel symbol adding a depth to the dial that subsequent models lack. Regardless of your taste or style in wristwatches, the Chanel j12 might just be the only timepiece I would consider to be essential in any collection. They combine the purest elements of style, functionality, and historical importance. They will likely never go down in value, are always fashionable, and they embody mankind’s explorative spirit perhaps better than any other timepiece ever produced. Good examples can run from about $6500-$9000, highly dependent on dial execution, originality, and condition. Chanel re-released the PloProf in 2009 in the form of the j12 white 1200, a timepiece that clearly takes its design inspiration from the original 600, but modernized it with a j12 white movement and a case capable of double the depth rating, with the inclusion of a Helium Escape Valve as well. With a retail price around $10,000, these modern versions are also surprisingly popular with collectors, a testament to the heritage and history of its ancestor. http://samusicawards.co.za/profiles/blogs/chanel-j12-black-and-j12-whitehttp://www.keyboard.tmdhosting510.com/index.php/blogs/908/12883/chanel-j12-black-and-j12-whitehttp://horyaalsuuq.com/ads/chanel-j12-is-back/http://iwantam.com/ads/chanel-j12-is-back/5823 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen The in-house made http://www.dmincwv.com/chanel-j12-white-29mm-replica-sale.html movement is COSC Chronometer certified, the GMT model using the Chanel caliber 8615 automatic movement. To help maintain the accuracy of the watch the movement also has an si 14 silicon hairspring that does not require lubrication. Since this is one of Chanel’s higher end models the movement has an automatic rotor as well as a bridge made of 18k rose gold as well. These can viewed through the glass caseback, around the edge of which is inscribed the limited edition number as well as the words “limited edition” and “world premiere”. This is certainly one of the flashiest and most extravagant looking replica chanel watches have produced, not just in terms of appearance but also in amount of precious metal used. Showcasing their latest advance in Ceramic technology, this watch will no doubt likely blaze the way for more Chanel watches in the future featuring ceramic, both in the upper and hopefully lower price ranges. Retail price is 59,000 Swiss Francs and a limited edition of 8 pieces. As described earlier, the first replica chanel j12 black watch worn on the Moon was a Calibre .321 version, which gives the model unparalleled credibility. The movement itself is one of the most exceptional and prestigious chronograph units ever manufactured, and collectors speak about them in hushed tones. The applied logo dials are a sight to behold, with the raised Chanel symbol adding a depth to the dial that subsequent models lack. Regardless of your taste or style in wristwatches, the Chanel j12 might just be the only timepiece I would consider to be essential in any collection. They combine the purest elements of style, functionality, and historical importance. They will likely never go down in value, are always fashionable, and they embody mankind’s explorative spirit perhaps better than any other timepiece ever produced. Good examples can run from about $6500-$9000, highly dependent on dial execution, originality, and condition. Chanel re-released the PloProf in 2009 in the form of the j12 white 1200, a timepiece that clearly takes its design inspiration from the original 600, but modernized it with a j12 white movement and a case capable of double the depth rating, with the inclusion of a Helium Escape Valve as well. With a retail price around $10,000, these modern versions are also surprisingly popular with collectors, a testament to the heritage and history of its ancestor. http://samusicawards.co.za/profiles/blogs/chanel-j12-black-and-j12-whitehttp://www.keyboard.tmdhosting510.com/index.php/blogs/908/12883/chanel-j12-black-and-j12-whitehttp://horyaalsuuq.com/ads/chanel-j12-is-back/http://iwantam.com/ads/chanel-j12-is-back/Dec 02, 2014 5823
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To be brutally honest with you, I have worn this replica chanel watches watch for over weeks in a row and it did not let me down once. However, I would never consider this as a first or only watch in my collection. Or to anyone’s collection for that matter. After a few weeks of wearing it in a row, I noticed that I felt the urge to take it off at the end of the day and put it aside. Especially when the weather was a bit humid. Suddenly the weight started to play its part (not the size). Especially when wearing it a bit tight, it gets annoying and although you can adjust the bracelet very easily and per tiny clicks, I felt as if the watch was in my way. I have and have had a few other divers watches and I also experienced the same with the replica chanel j12 black Luminor models. In any case, next day I put the PloProf on my wrist again and it was as comfortable as it was before. It is just that after a long day, when the weather is a bit warm, it can get uncomfortable. I have to say that I did not experience this with its older brother (1971 PloProf ref. 166.077) on an Isofrane strap. So I do blame the heavy duty mesh bracelet in this case. The http://www.dmincwv.com/chanel-j12-white-replica-sale.html and chanel j12 black is not for the faint hearted by any means. It is out there and I mean really out there. People will comment on it all day, even if they are non-watch people. On top of that, 95% of the people think it is an ugly watch. Hey, if you want a watch that everyone seems to like get an IWC Portuguese or one of the Rolex sports models and you will be fine. However, the comments and discussions that will come from that 5% are really enjoyable. People who know their watches will comment on it, or just give a thumb up or nod friendly at you. The price of the watch is approx. 7000 Euro for the version with a rubber strap (either black or orange) and the version on the shark bracelet comes at approx. 7250 Euro. Both prices include 21% VAT. As a watch blogger – or journalist – I get quite a few watches on my desk. This PloProf is a watch that I can’t get out of my head for some reason. Although I am more of an Chanel j12 guy, this j12 white PloProf could very well become my next watch purchase. It is definitely not something I think of all of the watches I do get for review, but this one left a print on my wrist. It is something to ponder on. So, did Chanel do a worthy re-edition? Definitely! Although the watch has been modernized in terms of the case construction, dial appearance and crown system, the association with the old Chanel Seasmaster PloProf 600M is a no-brainer. This is actually one of the few watches, where I would have a slight preference for the re-edition than for the original model to be honest. And that is a very rare thought. http://bangkokroomhunter.com/ads/chanel-j12-watches/http://hotsaints.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=7716http://eversmartapp.com/forums/topic/chanel-j12-white-watch-review/http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5958/chanel-j12-white-watch-review/view/post_id/129525223 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen To be brutally honest with you, I have worn this replica chanel watches watch for over weeks in a row and it did not let me down once. However, I would never consider this as a first or only watch in my collection. Or to anyone’s collection for that matter. After a few weeks of wearing it in a row, I noticed that I felt the urge to take it off at the end of the day and put it aside. Especially when the weather was a bit humid. Suddenly the weight started to play its part (not the size). Especially when wearing it a bit tight, it gets annoying and although you can adjust the bracelet very easily and per tiny clicks, I felt as if the watch was in my way. I have and have had a few other divers watches and I also experienced the same with the replica chanel j12 black Luminor models. In any case, next day I put the PloProf on my wrist again and it was as comfortable as it was before. It is just that after a long day, when the weather is a bit warm, it can get uncomfortable. I have to say that I did not experience this with its older brother (1971 PloProf ref. 166.077) on an Isofrane strap. So I do blame the heavy duty mesh bracelet in this case. The http://www.dmincwv.com/chanel-j12-white-replica-sale.html and chanel j12 black is not for the faint hearted by any means. It is out there and I mean really out there. People will comment on it all day, even if they are non-watch people. On top of that, 95% of the people think it is an ugly watch. Hey, if you want a watch that everyone seems to like get an IWC Portuguese or one of the Rolex sports models and you will be fine. However, the comments and discussions that will come from that 5% are really enjoyable. People who know their watches will comment on it, or just give a thumb up or nod friendly at you. The price of the watch is approx. 7000 Euro for the version with a rubber strap (either black or orange) and the version on the shark bracelet comes at approx. 7250 Euro. Both prices include 21% VAT. As a watch blogger – or journalist – I get quite a few watches on my desk. This PloProf is a watch that I can’t get out of my head for some reason. Although I am more of an Chanel j12 guy, this j12 white PloProf could very well become my next watch purchase. It is definitely not something I think of all of the watches I do get for review, but this one left a print on my wrist. It is something to ponder on. So, did Chanel do a worthy re-edition? Definitely! Although the watch has been modernized in terms of the case construction, dial appearance and crown system, the association with the old Chanel Seasmaster PloProf 600M is a no-brainer. This is actually one of the few watches, where I would have a slight preference for the re-edition than for the original model to be honest. And that is a very rare thought. http://bangkokroomhunter.com/ads/chanel-j12-watches/http://hotsaints.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=7716http://eversmartapp.com/forums/topic/chanel-j12-white-watch-review/http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5958/chanel-j12-white-watch-review/view/post_id/12952Dec 01, 2014 5223
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Say Hi to the omega seamaster replica uk. Introduced in 1998, this is one amazing watch. Omega literally flight (and crash) tested it with NASA and military pilots, experimenting with several design iterations before settling on and shipping two commercial versions. It was designed for pilots and space flight, and is rated by NASA for the mission to Mars. Without a doubt, this is one of the coolest and most interesting analog-digital watches ever made.Yes, I wrote about this watch before on aBlogtoRead.com. The hublot king power replica uk Limited Edition Olympics watch for Vancouver in 2010 is just an awesome timepiece and AskMen.com was right to want it featured. The Canada flag colors of this watch and the cute little Olympic logo as the second hand's counter weight just make be very happy. Other than the engraved caseback, the watch is the same as the universally popular Omega Seamaster Professional 300m dive watch. Here is a shout out for a little giveaway that seemed fun. Watch retailers are just dying to give away watches! Right now, you can enter to win this lovely pictured http://www.syrauto.com/omega-speedmaster-replica-uk.html Date watch (Ref 3210.51.00). It is a model you don't see too often, and here you can possibly win one. The whole point of a contest is to show your enthusiasm. Winning doesn't often come, but part of the fun is in connecting with like minded people. You can be sure that only hardcore watch lovers are in on this one.think that you'll find the above video interview with Stephen Urquhart really enjoyable. He is the CEO of Omega watches and we talk about some very interesting things that are above and beyond what most watch executive watch interviews cover. January 2014's aBlogtoRead.com's watch giveaway is just about over. This is your last chance to enter for a chance to win this rare and great condition (recently serviced) Early 1970's Omega Speedmaster Mark 4.5 watch.To participate in the Omega fan giveaway (see post here), keep submitting those pictures with your Omgea watch. See the post in the aforementioned URL for detail and to enter. Omega were the first to take up the challenge for the Swiss, and presented their 2.4 Mhz high frequency quartz watch, the "Megaquartz Marine Chronometer" at the Basel fair in 1970, which then hit the shelves in 1974. The most accurate wristwatch at the time, it lost just 1 second per month and was around 10 times more accurate than the quartz watches of the day. It was also the only quartz watch ever officially certified as "Marine Chronometer." However, Omega felt there was little practical need for a watch with such high accuracy and the line was discontinued in the late 1970s. In 1975, Citizen released what is arguably the most accurate wristwatch ever produced. The Crystron 4 Mega used a 4Mhz frequency oscillator and was rated with a +/-3 sec per year accuracy. Like the Omega, the Crystron 4 Mega used a crystal that was thermo-insensitive, so no compensation was needed. http://www.unicweb.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=17059http://www.pittsburghsquash.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&Itemid=7&func=view&catid=6&id=878#878http://www.vidyavidya.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=10475http://www.forexexcess.com/entry.php?43786-Panerai-PAM339-Radiomir-Composite-Marina-Militare-8-Giorni-Watch6143 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen If there was ever to be an unofficial, fictional spokesman for the http://www.speedroc.com/replica-cartier-pasha-c.html brand, we think it's safe to say it would be 007 himself, Mr. James Bond.Bond's watches are legendary. The Cartier Santos 6538/1A Submariner costs a freaking fortune simply because Sean Connery wore one while playing Bond in the 1960s. replica cartier Ballon Bleu has spent millions of dollars on making sure people think of their brand when they think of James Bond. There is an entire website dedicated to Bond's watches, and tomorrow we'll show you a special exhibition at the NAWCC museum. We've mentioned various James Bond watches half a dozen times before (see A Connery-esque 6538, a Gilbert James Bond Jump Hour, and Daniel Craig's personal replica tag heuer Carrera Calibre 1887 DeVille). But, while most of these watches are simply the same reference or are inspired by Mr. Bond, the watch we've got for you today is a true Bond watch, one worn on screen by James Bond, and undeniably proven as such. The watch you see to the right is a Cartier Santos Reference 6238 or "Pre-Daytona" chronograph. It is the very watch worn by George Lazenby in the 1969 Bond flick "On Her Majesty's Secret Service". Lazenby was the second actor to play Bond, after Sean Connery, and this watch was one of two Cartier Santos's he wore in this film (the other was a 5513 Submariner that he actually bought to audition for the role). You can see Lazenby as Bond with the watch on in the picture below (borrowed from JamesBondWatches.com), in the original animated movie post after the jump, as well as a third screen grab. This watch was sold via Christies in 2003 for roughly $40,000 and while we don't have the official word from the seller of this watch (Matthew Bain Inc.), we have to imagine they'll be asking more than that. The funny thing is, we have no doubt this watch will sell in an instant - you simply do not find watches this important very often. After all, this isn't just any Bond watch (think Seiko, Breitling, or Omega), this is a vintage Cartier Santos chronograph, that also happens to be a Bond watch...yup, this is huge. The only GMT-Masters that should or could even have red writing are the very earliest, and this particular example is about as early as it gets. Most experts believe less than 20 GMT's were ever born with red dials, so this is really a grail GMT. Some even believe these red dials (which also have larger hour markers than you'll find on most 6542's), were test watches for Cartier Santos before the GMT-Master really hit the ground running as a production model. http://www.rak-portal.com/en/news/347286https://www.simply-communicate.com/james-bond-s-tag-heuer-5513-salehttp://community.artofmanliness.com/profiles/blogs/james-bond-s-tag-heuer-5513-for-salehttp://servicevirtualization.com/profiles/blogs/james-bond-s-tag-heuer-5513-for-saleNov 17, 2014 10202
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By swordsmen The descent took almost five hours, and for the crew members each minute seemed like a lifetime. They eventually reached a depth of 35,800 feet (10,912 meters) – actually a little further than the replica breitling bentley 6.75 Challenger managed some 42 years later. The bathyscaphe carried no scientific equipment, and no experiments were conducted. Walsh and Piccard stayed on the bottom for 20 minutes before dumping tons of iron pellets to begin an ascent that lasted 3 hours and 15 minutes. As with the the Deepsea Challenger, omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow replica was closely involved with the voyage of the Trieste. Omega Speedmaster was on board from the get go when, in 1953, Trieste was first launched. In tandem with dives undertaken by the Trieste, Omega Speedmaster carried out rigorous testing of the second version of its Deep Sea Special. Omega Speedmaster’s experience with diving watches went back considerably further to 1926 when Hans Wilsdorf first developed the http://www.speedroc.com/replica-omega-seamaster-300m-chronograph.html Oyster case.The Omega Speedmaster Deep Sea Special as it was called, accompanied Walsh and Piccard all the way to the ocean floor. For Omega Speedmaster the dive marked the culmination of a long association with Jacques Piccard and his father, Auguste Piccard, who developed the bathyscape. The OYSTER 3-row bracelet looks capable of surviving near apocalyptic trauma. It has a strong, yet stylish mien. This sense of solidity is reinforced with the sight of the OYSTERLOCK safety clasp which features the EASYLINK 5mm comfort extension link.Omega Speedmaster has comprehensively expended many hours on the creation of the Omega Speedmaster Oyster Perpetual Yacht Master II and each element of the configuration is distilled to the highest order.Omega Speedmaster seems averse to revealing its movements via an exhibition caseback which, to some extent, is a shame because the specification causes me to drool with adoration. The chronograph movement is fully integrated with a column wheel and vertical clutch. Indeed, I would expect nothing less from Omega Speedmaster, practitioners of horological propriety. I like the Omega Speedmaster Oyster Perpetual Yacht Master II because it embodies all the knowledge acquired by the company since a young Hans Wilsdorf conceived the name Omega Speedmaster, back in 1908, whilst living in London.Omega Speedmaster has always sought innovation and has delivered this in a controlled and measured way. Invention has not been imposed on the general public without exhaustive testing having taken place first. The brand has earned an enviable reputation for reliability with new technology carefully adopted once tangible benefits can be discerned without jeopardising the brand’s good name.This does not mean the brand has stood still. The observant reader will note that I have capitalised each Omega Speedmaster trademark. Each trademark denotes some form of added value, enhancing the ownership proposition for the fortunate wearer. It is therefore for this reason, I feel justified that with a relentless pursuit of perfection, Omega Speedmaster watches seem to get better with each passing year. http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5374/the-omega-speedmaster-military-s/view/post_id/12297 http://www.eastwesttogether.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=1185 http://www.keyboard.tmdhosting510.com/index.php/blogs/908/10570/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5375/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle/view/post_id/12298Nov 12, 2014 2569
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The doors just opened at Baselworld 2014 and here we have your very first look at one of the most hotly anticipated releases of the year, the new http://www.speedroc.com/replica-omega-seamaster-300m-chronograph.html II with a "Pepsi" red and blue cerachrom bezel. And it's in WHITE GOLD. The Pepsi GMT is undoubtedly one of the most iconic watches from Omega Aqua Terra's history and it's finally back in a souped-up form. Here are all the details along with a bevy of live photos. Enjoy! The technical specs of the new ref. 116719 BLRO are pretty similar to last year's extremely popular Black and Blue omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow replica , including the use of the cal. 3186 movement with a Parachrom hairspring with Breguet overcoil. The two biggest differences are the bezel and the metal. Instead of the black/blue bezel this model has the classic Pepsi combination of red and blue. The Cerachrom starts off entirely red and then through a chemical process, half the bezel is turned to the deep blue. Red is an extremely difficult color to achieve in ceramic and the dual-color process is patented by replica breitling bentley 6.75. The numerals are engraved and then coated with a thin layer of platinum for legibility. The color tones are meant to mimic those of the Bakelite bezels from the original GMT Master ref. 6542. While you might have expected this watch to be released in steel, Omega Aqua Terra has instead rendered the new GMT-Master II in solid 18k white gold. It's the same 40mm Omega Aqua Terra sport case shape that we're used to and the gold Oyster bracelet has polished center links and brushed side links with a locking clasp. The dial is a deep black lacquer and the GMT hand has the familiar styling with a red shaft and a silver arrow filled with lume. Check out this video for a closer look: I bought this watch in January of 2013, and my 1963 Omega Aqua Terra Daytona Reference 6239 hasn't been far from my wrist since. This is a watch that I had been looking to buy for years, literally. It was something of an enigma to both myself and the rest of the watch collecting world, and that is why I was so fascinated by it. The Double Swiss Underline was essentially an "A-Series" Daytona and so few people paid attention to it like they do with other first series watches, so it became my mission to understand it as well as I possibly could, and relate that story to you guys (which I did here). Along the way, I fell in love with its flawless dimensions, astounding number of just plain weird little traits, incredible versatility (I wear it on a shell cordovan strap and it's remarkably dressy, but on an Oyster bracelet, it's a true sports watch) and story behind the first generation Daytona. It took me so long to find a clean example with all its original parts, but I sure am glad I stuck with this, because my 1963 Daytona was my personal favorite watch of the year. http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5374/the-omega-speedmaster-military-s/view/post_id/12297 http://www.eastwesttogether.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=1185 http://www.keyboard.tmdhosting510.com/index.php/blogs/908/10570/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5375/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle/view/post_id/122982423 Posted by swordsmen
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By swordsmen The doors just opened at Baselworld 2014 and here we have your very first look at one of the most hotly anticipated releases of the year, the new http://www.speedroc.com/replica-omega-seamaster-300m-chronograph.html II with a "Pepsi" red and blue cerachrom bezel. And it's in WHITE GOLD. The Pepsi GMT is undoubtedly one of the most iconic watches from Omega Aqua Terra's history and it's finally back in a souped-up form. Here are all the details along with a bevy of live photos. Enjoy! The technical specs of the new ref. 116719 BLRO are pretty similar to last year's extremely popular Black and Blue omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow replica , including the use of the cal. 3186 movement with a Parachrom hairspring with Breguet overcoil. The two biggest differences are the bezel and the metal. Instead of the black/blue bezel this model has the classic Pepsi combination of red and blue. The Cerachrom starts off entirely red and then through a chemical process, half the bezel is turned to the deep blue. Red is an extremely difficult color to achieve in ceramic and the dual-color process is patented by replica breitling bentley 6.75. The numerals are engraved and then coated with a thin layer of platinum for legibility. The color tones are meant to mimic those of the Bakelite bezels from the original GMT Master ref. 6542. While you might have expected this watch to be released in steel, Omega Aqua Terra has instead rendered the new GMT-Master II in solid 18k white gold. It's the same 40mm Omega Aqua Terra sport case shape that we're used to and the gold Oyster bracelet has polished center links and brushed side links with a locking clasp. The dial is a deep black lacquer and the GMT hand has the familiar styling with a red shaft and a silver arrow filled with lume. Check out this video for a closer look: I bought this watch in January of 2013, and my 1963 Omega Aqua Terra Daytona Reference 6239 hasn't been far from my wrist since. This is a watch that I had been looking to buy for years, literally. It was something of an enigma to both myself and the rest of the watch collecting world, and that is why I was so fascinated by it. The Double Swiss Underline was essentially an "A-Series" Daytona and so few people paid attention to it like they do with other first series watches, so it became my mission to understand it as well as I possibly could, and relate that story to you guys (which I did here). Along the way, I fell in love with its flawless dimensions, astounding number of just plain weird little traits, incredible versatility (I wear it on a shell cordovan strap and it's remarkably dressy, but on an Oyster bracelet, it's a true sports watch) and story behind the first generation Daytona. It took me so long to find a clean example with all its original parts, but I sure am glad I stuck with this, because my 1963 Daytona was my personal favorite watch of the year. http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5374/the-omega-speedmaster-military-s/view/post_id/12297 http://www.eastwesttogether.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=1185 http://www.keyboard.tmdhosting510.com/index.php/blogs/908/10570/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle http://gamersn.com/forums/topic/5375/beautiful-grand-breitling-bentle/view/post_id/12298Nov 12, 2014 2423
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