The Dive Watch Connection

I know I'm dredging up a really old (ok, really, really, really old) thread but I'm curious about the WT coin knife reference. Do you still have it?

CGSshorty wrote:Did it go back to Kobold?

No, I used a local Seattle repair facility that specializes in high-end watches. I asked Kobold to support them with parts, if needed, and they graciously agreed to do so.

Got my favorite everyday watch back from the spa today. And, boy, does she look good and feel good. Man, I've missed this watch. I'm not taking it off for a week. They did a great job. Everything works and looks better than it did before. They lined up the bezel pip, which was driving me crazy befor...

Dang, wish I'd seen this sooner.

Relative to how low cost copies are hurting the original; First, all those copy/homage/inspired Sub watches haven't hurt the desireability of Rolex one bit. And two, the worst thing Kobold could do would be to lower the price. That would just look like the copies were on equal footing with Kobold, m...

Still under warranty so repair not a problem. Besides, how could I part with this?

Back to Kobold after the holidays. Thanks for the quick response guys.

I would swear that my SMG-1 had a hacking movement. But, I adjusted the time other day and that second hand just kept sweeping. I need to hear from some SMG-1 owners, or someone who knows. Do I have a problem?

Thanks

I've had the same experience with my black and yellow AT.

Brandon, badass is the only word! You will not regret it, I'm sure. I've never been an "enabler" before. Feels pretty good. :grin: Of course, I was so impressed with mine, I also had to get the AT. It's a slippery slope, my friend. Anyway, congrats and wear it in good health. Chris Edit: changed "st...

Beautiful watch! I had the Debaufre version a while back. Great looking watch and kept perfect time. Like a dummy I sold it.

Congrats to you!

Nice collection! Can I get your thoughts on the Port Chrono? My AD is holding one for me (with rose gold accents though) and I just can't seem to pull the trigger. I have no dress watch and no Chrono in the collection so that kills two birds with one stone - downside, I will have to probably pass o...

Great watch! I tried one on at an AD last week. If I didn't already have a couple of IWCs, I might have picked that over the Omega.

R@cerx wrote:Glad to see the SMG-1 still has a home.

I don't think it's ever going anywhere. Something about the way the watch looks really appeals to me.

Thank you, gentlemen. I don't know much about them. I just thought they were pretty and very colorful.

Just added the 18k/SS Speedmaster in the second row. Must stop for now. Really. I was given a budget of $2k for a birthday watch. Got the Speedie. Kinda blew/destroyed the budget.

I have a new one: Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow 1957 Re-Issue in 18K/SS on Strap. Say that 3 times fast. http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn132/k20c/1311886357.jpg http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn132/k20c/1311886638.jpg http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn132/k20c/1311886742.jpg http://i303....

I still have mine.

Artsy shot.




Not so artsy shot.

I definitely believe in consolidating for a Grail. Last year I had a pretty modest collection but, after some serious thought, decided to skinny it down some and buy a couple more expensive pieces. And, a year or two from now, I may sell most, or all, of these and get down to 3 or 4 pieces at most. ...

Rolex watches and diamonds just go together in some people's minds. Years ago, when I told my Mom I'd bought a Rolex Sub, the first question she asked was how many diamonds it had. When I told her it didn't have any, she wasn't very impressed with my purchase.

Well, since you asked. I'm not a big fan of the AP but it least it's distinctive and unique. It's shape and dial design are immediately recognizable to AP. The VC, on the other hand, looks like any generic watch to my aesthetic sense.

Thank God. I would SO have missed being in 8th grade again.