WIS Thread (Watch Dorks, Post Here) - How exactly does a watch "master speed"? - Page 639

GrundleJuice · 01-21-2021, 08:54 PM

Ha! great timing. Really gives that picture some narration.

That watch looks great.

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Fish · 01-22-2021, 05:27 PM

2 million dollar watch!

https://twitter.com/SpinninBackfist/...378783232?s=20

edkwon · 01-22-2021, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Fish

2 million dollar watch!

https://twitter.com/SpinninBackfist/...378783232?s=20

Looks like the same company (Jacob & Co) that makes the crazy planetarium watch.

Sloth · 01-22-2021, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Fish

2 million dollar watch!

https://twitter.com/SpinninBackfist/...378783232?s=20

Jaeger LeCoitus

totallynotbeau · 01-22-2021, 06:44 PM

Ball(s)

SC WRX · 01-22-2021, 06:49 PM

I'll wait for the Invicta and/or Chinese knock offs.

rmbrady · 01-22-2021, 10:39 PM

Got my Seiko Turtle today in the mail. Really like it so far in the 20 minutes I've played with it. Currently using a basic black NATO, but the bracelet it came with is fairly nice too.

edkwon · 01-23-2021, 07:32 PM

I was out shopping with the fam at our local nice mall (South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa) that happens to have a ton of high end watch boutiques.

I pop my head in the Omega boutique and they had the new Speedy Pro on display (arrived earlier in the week) and I tried it on.

Omega redesigned the lugs so it curved around my wrist better than the old one and overall sat well for a 41mm case.

Dammit, it's now on my radar again for a Chronograph

OrbitalEllipses · 01-24-2021, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Fish

2 million dollar watch!

https://twitter.com/SpinninBackfist/...378783232?s=20

Literally no taste.

HpiRally · 01-24-2021, 02:07 PM

I am just going to say this before anyone else....

The new Zenith Sport Chrono is NOT a homage to the Daytona. The Dayton exists because of the Zenith El Primero.

No Zenith = no Daytona. Something can’t be an homage if it came first.

edkwon · 01-24-2021, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by HpiRally

I am just going to say this before anyone else....

The new Zenith Sport Chrono is NOT a homage to the Daytona. The Dayton exists because of the Zenith El Primero.

No Zenith = no Daytona. Something can’t be an homage if it came first.

Kind of similar to how a lot of ppl sneer at Hydrox cookies for being a 2nd rate Oreo imitation, when in fact Hydrox came out first.

ccbad · 01-24-2021, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HpiRally

I am just going to say this before anyone else....

The new Zenith Sport Chrono is NOT a homage to the Daytona. The Dayton exists because of the Zenith El Primero.

No Zenith = no Daytona. Something can’t be an homage if it came first.

I totally agree with you. I suspect the typical Rolex fanboi isn't aware that the Daytona had a Zenith movement back in the day. While I like the Zenith Sport Chrono a lot especially the white dial variant, I wished it looked more unique.

MrHorspwer · 01-24-2021, 10:13 PM

I thought the Daytona started with a hand-wound Valjoux movement? Like, Newman-era Daytona.

Or do those not count as a "Daytona" in the modern lineage?

HpiRally · 01-24-2021, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrHorspwer

I thought the Daytona started with a hand-wound Valjoux movement? Like, Newman-era Daytona.

Or do those not count as a "Daytona" in the modern lineage?

Rolex used the Zenith movement in the Daytona from 1988 until 2000. Rolex released the auto Daytona in 1988, prior to that is was a manual wind I think.

Fish · 01-25-2021, 12:30 PM

FB ad, but intriguing and there are some low sale prices if you look around.

https://www.aragonwatch.com/DF_Series_s/503.htm

Some decent lume options and Tritium.

OrbitalEllipses · 01-25-2021, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HpiRally

Rolex used the Zenith movement in the Daytona from 1988 until 2000. Rolex released the auto Daytona in 1988, prior to that is was a manual wind I think.

A modified El Primero running at 4hz among other things.

HpiRally · 01-25-2021, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

A modified El Primero running at 4hz among other things.

Sure, modified, but without Zenith the Daytona doesn’t exist in its present form and function, modified or not.

OrbitalEllipses · 01-25-2021, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by HpiRally

Sure, modified, but without Zenith the Daytona doesn’t exist in its present form and function, modified or not.

Just being specific. I’d rather have an El Primero than a 4030 or 4130 anyway.

HpiRally · 01-25-2021, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Just being specific. I’d rather have an El Primero than a 4030 or 4130 anyway.

As an El Primero owner I support this decision.

SCRAPPYDO · 01-25-2021, 01:39 PM

I am just here to say the new El Primero Sport Chrono is amazing and I want one in the worst possible way. But cannot handle a 10k dollar watch. The thought of that just make me a tad nauseous

Rice & Gravy · 01-25-2021, 02:06 PM

I'll leave this right here

totallynotbeau · 01-25-2021, 02:07 PM

1. rmbrady, enjoy that turtle. I really like mine, considering another.

2. I've been seeing that new Zenith pop up on all my social medias. It's working, I want one, or an el primero. Maybe that will be my next grail? I haven't purchased a watch in MONTHS

3. I've also found myself thinking about that Seiko 5 Ryu. Yes it's a bit cheesy. Yes I am a man-child. If it was $100 less expensive I'd probably have one by now.

HpiRally · 01-25-2021, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rice & Gravy

I'll leave this right here

edkwon · 01-25-2021, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rice & Gravy

Are these too similar (despite different dial colors and straps)??

YouTuber Teddy B seems to share your enthusiasm about Monta.

YouTube (Short URL)

ccbad · 01-25-2021, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCRAPPYDO

I am just here to say the new El Primero Sport Chrono is amazing and I want one in the worst possible way. But cannot handle a 10k dollar watch. The thought of that just make me a tad nauseous

Once it's available, I'm sure you will be able to find one for a decent discount. I bought my moonphase El Primero with a hefty 40% off discount from Jomashop, granted it was grey market not an AD. Then again, it will still be expensive even with a discount, just not Rolex daytona expensive.

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01-21-2021, 08:54 PM	#15951
GrundleJuice Scooby Specialist Member#: 165749 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Detroit, MF'er!	Ha! great timing. Really gives that picture some narration. That watch looks great. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

01-22-2021, 05:27 PM	#15952
Fish RIP Sirkbac Member#: 869 Join Date: Feb 2000 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Southern NH Vehicle: 1984 GPZ-750 TURBO 90' MX-5/11' DGM STi Sdn	2 million dollar watch! https://twitter.com/SpinninBackfist/...378783232?s=20

01-22-2021, 06:44 PM	#15955
totallynotbeau Scooby Newbie Member#: 387569 Join Date: Apr 2014 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: $eattle Vehicle: 1968 Abomination Jaaaaag	Ball(s)

01-22-2021, 06:49 PM	#15956
SC WRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 15258 Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Los Angeles	I'll wait for the Invicta and/or Chinese knock offs.

01-22-2021, 10:39 PM	#15957
rmbrady Scooby Newbie Member#: 6228 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Buffalo Vehicle: 2017 SS	Got my Seiko Turtle today in the mail. Really like it so far in the 20 minutes I've played with it. Currently using a basic black NATO, but the bracelet it came with is fairly nice too.

01-23-2021, 07:32 PM	#15958
edkwon Scooby Specialist Member#: 453 Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: 小さいӔ Vehicle: 2020 Kia Telluride 2015 911 Turbo	I was out shopping with the fam at our local nice mall (South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa) that happens to have a ton of high end watch boutiques. I pop my head in the Omega boutique and they had the new Speedy Pro on display (arrived earlier in the week) and I tried it on. Omega redesigned the lugs so it curved around my wrist better than the old one and overall sat well for a 41mm case. Dammit, it's now on my radar again for a Chronograph

01-24-2021, 02:07 PM	#15960
HpiRally Scooby Specialist Member#: 3864 Join Date: Jan 2001 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Whitfords Best Friend!	I am just going to say this before anyone else.... The new Zenith Sport Chrono is NOT a homage to the Daytona. The Dayton exists because of the Zenith El Primero. No Zenith = no Daytona. Something can’t be an homage if it came first.

01-24-2021, 10:13 PM	#15963
MrHorspwer Scooby Specialist Member#: 4063 Join Date: Feb 2001 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Michigan	I thought the Daytona started with a hand-wound Valjoux movement? Like, Newman-era Daytona. Or do those not count as a "Daytona" in the modern lineage?

01-25-2021, 12:30 PM	#15965
Fish RIP Sirkbac Member#: 869 Join Date: Feb 2000 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Southern NH Vehicle: 1984 GPZ-750 TURBO 90' MX-5/11' DGM STi Sdn	FB ad, but intriguing and there are some low sale prices if you look around. https://www.aragonwatch.com/DF_Series_s/503.htm Some decent lume options and Tritium.

01-25-2021, 01:39 PM	#15970
SCRAPPYDO Scooby Guru Member#: 873 Join Date: Feb 2000 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: www.testdrivemylife.com Vehicle: 2020 JEEP / Ascent Datsun 71 240Z & 68 2000	I am just here to say the new El Primero Sport Chrono is amazing and I want one in the worst possible way. But cannot handle a 10k dollar watch. The thought of that just make me a tad nauseous

01-25-2021, 02:06 PM	#15971
Rice & Gravy Scooby Specialist Member#: 39569 Join Date: Jul 2003 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Round Hill, VA Vehicle: 2020 Bat-Caddy X4R	I'll leave this right here

01-25-2021, 02:07 PM	#15972
totallynotbeau Scooby Newbie Member#: 387569 Join Date: Apr 2014 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: $eattle Vehicle: 1968 Abomination Jaaaaag	1. rmbrady, enjoy that turtle. I really like mine, considering another. 2. I've been seeing that new Zenith pop up on all my social medias. It's working, I want one, or an el primero. Maybe that will be my next grail? I haven't purchased a watch in MONTHS 3. I've also found myself thinking about that Seiko 5 Ryu. Yes it's a bit cheesy. Yes I am a man-child. If it was $100 less expensive I'd probably have one by now.