Talking Watches with Volnation

[Vol8188]

Thinking about making this my next purchase. It reminds me a lot of an American 1921 by Vacheron Constantin, except it’s within my current budget unlike a VC

1927 Vintage Longines .925 Sterling Silver Watch (# 15518)

1927 Vintage Longines .925 Sterling Silver Watch. Features an all Original Porcelain Dial in Good Condition with Printed Breguet Numerals, Sub Seconds Dial at the 6 o Clock Position, and Blued Steel Breguet Hands. Comes on a 21mm Genuine Leather Alligator Texture Embossed Brown Colored Strap...

secondtimearoundwatchco.com

 

[Ritzwatch]

I want a black chronograph, thinking moonwatch or tag carerra, I want a green dial, a bronze case, a watch with gold..2 tone is fine, open casebacks. I prefer pilot and divers. I could just buy a bunch or Seikos and call it a day.

Divers are tough to get with open casebacks, as that lowers water resistance.

Have you looked at the 2 register Hamilton Intramatic manual? I really like the green dial version, but it is automatic, not manual. The black dial comes in manual. Not open caseback though.

I am partial to those two register chronos. It may just be a 40, though, if that is a deal breaker.

The Tudor BB 58 gold case, green dial, nato strap is a killer watch. Looks so much better on the wrist than in pics. And, is novel enough that you only attract “watch guys” and not every glamour boy out there. Had a chance at one of those two years ago at a good price and passed on it too. I am an idiot.

(The Grand Seiko Sakura Wakaba is a gorgeous titanium case watch, but at 38mm fits me better than you.)

Brass? Again, I like the Tudor Black Bay. It comes with the Tudor in-house movement that draws good reviews, and it comes in at 43mm. So, I’ve written it off, but it may be just right for you.

The one other I think you should look at, a bit small, but it looks like a thick watch, so it may wear well, is the Longines Spirit Flyback. Nice pilot watch, chrono, black dial, see through case back.

Happy hunting!

 

[Ritzwatch]

Monaco is for sure on my short list right now. Just bought a Jazzmaster open heart (should be in next week). Will try to find a used Monaco for around 5-6k next. Red/white/blue dial with the black alligator strap.

You give up on that ‘27 Longines?

 

[Vol8188]

You give up on that ‘27 Longines?

Moved late. Wanted it. Should’ve pulled the trigger. Hesitated because of an AI search given the reference number suggested they may have placed the movement in a different case. Ended up buying a Jazz master instead.

Desperately wanting some cool vintage watches, just worried about getting screwed. I’m excited about this though because it’s my first non-Seiko

 

[Ritzwatch]

Moved late. Wanted it. Should’ve pulled the trigger. Hesitated because of an AI search given the reference number suggested they may have placed the movement in a different case. Ended up buying a Jazz master instead.

Desperately wanting some cool vintage watches, just worried about getting screwed. I’m excited about this though because it’s my first non-Seiko

Gotta be careful with vintage. Wise to be cautious. That cushion case sure is nice, though. I wondered about the numbers matching as well, but forgot to search it out further when I got home, so I am glad you did your homework.

I’ve a few vintage I may post pics of at some time. Little bit for all tastes.

 

[Ritzwatch]

@FLVOL_79

Not exactly meeting all your specs, but two other beautiful lines come from Glashutte Original. Some variations available, so you might like to peruse the line, but these are really well crafted in the “mid-luxury” market you have described.

And again, just for your enjoyment. Most folks won’t know what you’ve got on the wrist, but you will. The Germans make some excellent watches.

 

[TrumpedUpVol]

@FLVOL_79

Not exactly meeting all your specs, but two other beautiful lines come from Glashutte Original. Some variations available, so you might like to peruse the line, but these are really well crafted in the “mid-luxury” market you have described.

And again, just for your enjoyment. Most folks won’t know what you’ve got on the wrist, but you will. The Germans make some excellent watches.

I like the GO suggestion a lot. They make great watches and have some particularly superb dial work. I don't enjoy everything they make given the price point/influences; not that you're getting a Submariner at retail but the SeaQ is always going to be a tough value proposition in a crowded diver market, and the watches in the Pano collection very obviously borrow heavily from big brother right up the road, but I the Vintage lineup is absolutely awesome and worthy of consideration by anyone looking for something both nice and unique (especially since you can get them under MSRP).

 

[Ritzwatch]

I like the GO suggestion a lot. They make great watches and have some particularly superb dial work. I don't enjoy everything they make given the price point/influences; not that you're getting a Submariner at retail but the SeaQ is always going to be a tough value proposition in a crowded diver market, and the watches in the Pano collection very obviously borrow heavily from big brother right up the road, but I the Vintage lineup is absolutely awesome and worthy of consideration by anyone looking for something both nice and unique (especially since you can get them under MSRP).

Yes. I could find a mint SeaQ with a green dial for under $7k. Still a LOT of money, but, ole boy is looking at nice stuff, he’s gonna pay nice stuff prices.

I really like the vintage GO line as well. The 70’s stuff captures the vibe so very well.

Our guy doesn’t have anything else to do but look for toys, there is a government shutdown going on.

 

[FLVOL_79]

@FLVOL_79

Not exactly meeting all your specs, but two other beautiful lines come from Glashutte Original. Some variations available, so you might like to peruse the line, but these are really well crafted in the “mid-luxury” market you have described.

And again, just for your enjoyment. Most folks won’t know what you’ve got on the wrist, but you will. The Germans make some excellent watches.
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Ive stared at that watch once or twice, but the green version. And the TV dial ones too.

 

[TrumpedUpVol]

Introducing: Omega Counts Down 100 Days Until The Winter Olympics With The Speedmaster 38mm Milano Cortina 2026

A striking white Speedmaster with a nod to the number 26.

www.hodinkee.com

I think that this is pretty cool. I don't agree with the choice to make your Olympic Games commemorative Speedmaster with a 38mm case, I know a lot of enthusiasts prefer the smaller size but I would assume your 42mm stalwart would sell better, though the dial is great and I really appreciate the special detail on 26 for the date wheel.