/fa/ - Fashion

I like the BitterBrigade; at least when they are here, they won't feel alone.

Because I'm drunk. Buy your grails...don't have a 'watch journey'. Just save up and buy your grails, and you'll be happiest, longest, without wasting money. Buy for yourself, and no one else.

>>18078550

It's a Citizen 0100. When they launched the movement, they did a 1 piece pocket watch, and then put the movement into 850 watches (I think the breakdown was 100 gold, 250 mother-of-pearl dials, and 500 black dial). Mine is discontinued, but you could theoretically still get it on the grey market if someone is selling it. Check Chrono24. Amazing watch, but now they've started putting the movement into other watches that have beautiful dials and are less expensive.

It's accuracy is 1 second per year. Fucking awesome...only my Zenith 5011k is more accurate. Get one if you can.

>>18080117
Keep at it; languages can be difficult, but at least you're immersed in it. Things are fine with me, get to relax for a moment. I'll definitely let you know if I'm in your neck of the woods...though at the moment I doubt I'll be there anytime soon. Thank you for the offer though; it would be fun to get some katsu with you.

>>17983908
Sure, I'll play.

>>17983928
Agreed, though I think they get the proportions correct in some models of the Reverso...enough for me to think I should come out of retirement and buy a watch again.

>>17984000
Agreed. Not sure how they'll cope because the watch market is correcting to almost pre-covid prices on the grey side.

>>17984037
Watch out for trees, Fren!
>and don't forget the fours either.

>>17984043
Looks wonderful!

>>17984152
It's a great alternative with cool presence. Do you have one, Anon, or are you thinking of getting one? They're still reasonable on the secondary market.

>>17984157
It's good and bad. It leaves great deals out there to be had on awesome watches, but it also blows up the popularity of the professional to the point where there are more than enough Anons who wonder, 'what's all the fuss about?' I can't blame them...if they don't love the watch to begin with, the hype behind it won't make sense.

>>17984176
Most Zenii are great prices. Why not get a 1/100th chronograph? They're awesome in person and not many people know about them or have them. Prices are awesome for the tech.

>>17984200
Don't worry..you could have it polished out, since no one cares about clasps for value of the watch.

>>17984318
I am here, Fren. How are you? What are you wearing today?

>>17984410
I could, but no one here except the guy with flannel shirts has another Omega 1045 movement, and no one I know here has a cal. 321. Lots of Anons might have a Valjoux 775x variant, but everyone knows what these can do and what the pitfalls of them are. As for the 1861 and the 1120, these are everywhere and non-remarkable. Finally, no one has a 0100 or a Zenith 5011k here except me as far as I know...so there's not much to say about that either. But I'd be up for conversation if the subject was ideal.

>>17984508
Sleep tight, SinnFren.

>>17984519
I'd agree, but I think it's already known.

>>17940628
Yikes...well, I just have to make sure I don't get my 0100 anywhere near hardness 4...

>>17940570
Nice Breitling! Old style, but if they are serviced they should run well. Good to finally see a watch of yours, BitterAnon; you are now one of us, and I want to be the first to welcome you! Please post more watches in your collection!

Hope everyone is doing well during the Christmas season!

>>17903802
Great to see you, Lawyeranon Stargazing, I presume?

>we have two of the trinity of Speedies...but I don't think either of us would bother get the third.

>>17903803
OP is a good design, and a beginner's Rolex. Movement is still to-be-determined.

>>17903842
She doesn't say much...but I think most of the YTubers are running out of material now that everyone is back to work. She could be worse though...there's lots that are worse.

>>17881173
Thanks Anon! What are you wearing today?

>>17881175
Interesting! If things aren't going well in his life, maybe he just wants some comrades to walk beside him for a bit, just so he knows he's not alone.

>>17881182
I'm not sure, but that's a beautiful Reverso. I wish I could wear them...

>>17881183
Thanks AquaTerraChad. Sorry I've missed so much! How's the Omega running?

>>17881188
>>17881195
Maybe if people posted watches, it might make others feel confident to do the same.

>>17881199
Oh my....well, since Mort and I got songs each, someone needs to construct one for Whoretadello too!

>>17881223
Yes, it is I. I'm flattered, but I'm just a guy who bought watches, got the ones he always wanted, and is now sailing along the river of contentment wearing what I want when I want, and not being tempted by new offerings. I've been lucky, and I hope the same for all who lust after watches. I look forward to our interactions too; I've never seen that Tudor before...is it ceramic? The Credor too seems unusual, and the Nomos absurdly thin! Cool stuff! Are you the fellow seeing ladies-of-the-night?

>>17881249
I will help them to bear this burden, as long as it is theirs to bear.

>>17881306
Most Omega boutiques I've ever been to were part of a 'Swatch' boutique; I haven't seen one that was alone before. Usually they can be very busy, and if they sell jewellery too, it can be tough to get 'personal service'. As long as you know that, then it's okay. Best service I ever had was at Vacheron and JLC.

>>17881350
Speedies can take 50m, no problem; just make sure they have been pressure tested just prior. No sense taking risks.

>>17881357
Always wanted one, but the reports of servicing are abysmal.

>>17856014
You used my pic again. Good health to you, Anon, and thank you for making my day.

>>17856070
It never gets old.

>>17856085
Don't own one, but watchmakers love Rolex because they work without fuss. Maybe one day I'll buy one and see if it's true. My Omegas have been 'the same' though; working without fuss.

>>17856113
Wearing everything, swapping out for what I feel like at the minute. When I click 'post', I'm wearing my Holy Grail.

>>17856121
Panerai.

>>17856177
Omega 2599.80, Omega 376.0822, Omega 105.012-66.

>>17856207
It's nice, but I'll always think of GO as a cope for ALS. It's not fair, I know...but it's still what I think of.

>>17856334
Me? Or the Citizen Anon who has the Stilletto?

>>17856343
Because you can alter many things that are related to daily wear concerns: increase power reserve, decrease range of accuracy, etc. The basic lever escapement is the same, even with 3-d printed parts or silicon balance springs, so like Formula 1, watchmakers try to take certain elements to extreme precision to see if they get an advantage.

You are all special people, never forget that. If you feel like the world is crushing you, let the pressure fall off your shoulders and focus on being strong. If you're strong, you can make a difference, even if it's just something that you perceive as being small (i.e. helping an old lady cross the street). Buy what you love, and to hell with the rest. Good luck, and thank you for being real.

>>17852201
It's not your fault Anon.

Try posting some watches, and join our fun conversation. You'll be accepted here, you know, just for being you. It's not your fault.

No matter what others say, I think you're cool.

>>17843604
Depends on the model. The 'Adviser' is excellent. The rest are cope.

>>17843609
Too open. Need more specific.

>>17843611
Rolex Submariner.

>>17843658
Don't see an immediate reason not to. Let us know if you do.

>>17843674
Drinking port, as always. Heavy drunk tonight.

>>17843691
In all seriousness, happy Birthday, HamiltonAnon. Wish I could take you out for a drink at a local pub. I miss pub nights...
>good health to you, for many more years to come.

>>17843731
Yes, too busy. But if you like it, go ahead.

>>17844119
>>17844127
He's right. But it's still a cope.

>wearing my grail tonight. Why would I wear anything else?

>>17836818
Yes, Holy Grail, as coined by the late great Chuck Maddox after he found one, didn't buy it, and unexpected spent lots of time looking for another one. Of all the Lemania 5100 variants in Speedmaster, this one is the most coveted due to the best legibility, relatively low production numbers, and sheer beauty.

>>17836820
The prices have skyrocketed, no doubt. If you really want one, just start saving. At the end of the day, no mechanical watch purchase today is emotion-free or a 'requirement'; they're all luxuries, even if they're 100$. You don't have to justify your purchase to anyone; all you have to do is be 100% happy with your purchase and wear it as much as you can.

If you do start seriously searching for one, just be aware that there are 3 known dials, 2 known bezels, 2+ handsets, 2 types of endlinks, and 2 types of crystals, in addition to other small details that you have to sift through. Just doing a Chrono24 search brings you some fully original, some with replacement parts, and some odd frankenwatches (though not necessarily made that way to rob anyone). As with any vintage watch, you should know your shit before dropping the dough.

>>17825299
Long time, no see. Don't worry...at least you have a weekend to enjoy. How are you man?

Just Visiting Edition

>Poorfag guide:
https://imgur.com/a/NFMXDuK
>Watch essentials 102:
https://pastebin.com/Rc77hhXV
>Purchasing used watches:
https://pastebin.com/f44aJKy2
>Purchasing straps:
https://pastebin.com/SwRysprE
>Should I buy this MVMT / DW / "minimalist" fashion watch?
https://imgur.com/a/6CNO8
>Should I buy this Armani / Michael Kors / mall watch?
https://imgur.com/a/Sw1FsAn

"Suggest a watch for my wife's boyfriend."
>Your budget
>Watch type, e.g. cope, larp, poor
>Movement, e.g. automatic, hand wound, quartz
>Desired features, e.g. water resistance, day/date, 2nd time zone
>Preferred strap option, e.g. leather, nylon, bracelet
>Wrist size or desired watch size

>Watch news websites:
https://www.hodinkee.com
https://www.ablogtowatch.com
https://www.fratellowatches.com
https://monochrome-watches.com

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>>17634206
And this one.

>>17634300
Thanks...they're absurdly expensive now. I was lucky to get mine when I did. I have an Apollo 13 as well, but no pics with watches...

>>17631217
Hopefully it keeps good time. If you like the aesthetic, then you win. Grand Seiko has never spoken to me, but I can't fault the tech or finishing. Wear it in good health!

>>17631252
Hello.

>>17631255
It's fun. I like Citizens.

>>17631501
Yes, but you really should do your research and have a watchmaker nearby that you trust. 5xx calibres are beyond excellent, but lots of watches from the 50s and 60s have been redialed (not necessarily nefariously). Lots of good deals to be had, but it depends on what aesthetic you prefer.

>>17631733
It's extraordinarily difficult if not impossible to predict what will be valuable in the future and what won't. I know old people who have valuable watches who see them as average, and vice versa. We never know, and if we're buying for investment, then it's a 'best guess' based on past experience and trends. If your greentext is true, then try visiting your grandfather to tell him you love him before it's too late.

>>17632035
Nice Snoopy. They're fun watches, with an awesome backside. I've never been attracted to them, but I do understand the appeal.

>>17632092
Nice!

Wearing my fave today while having a nice drink. What are y'all wearing?

>>17603159
OVVIOUSLSY, becuase it was esaeiesr to check when looking out for gerry fire than to pull it ut of your pocket like a prick and get shot in the eye. AR eyou daft?

>>17603162
DOn't wory. I remember not purcahsing an Omega abck in the early 90s from a family-woned business....regreetted it for a long time, but htne made peace beause someotimes we all make mistakes and we cna't know everthing. . Like Warren Buffettt and Microsoft. He oulny buys what he knows, so since he didn't knoww digital computer shit, he didn't uby....a regreat, a mistake, but undersatndable. we don't know all. Just uby what you love, and to hell with th rest. If you miss out, think of it as n opprotuntity to consolidate for th enext big purashse. you'll be fine. Family comes first.

YOUREre asssusmptions are interesitn,g, bugt inccaruate to say the lsaset.s I appreciate it though; you're givint me the benefetit of the doubt.

Good luckc aAonn...the watch world will condesnce in the coming eyars due to the market and the buyers...lots of deals to be had in the net 2years. I"ve been lucky, so I" not g toing to compalina; find a womsna who acepts you for who yuo are, and o win.