What time is it? Watches and horology

Early coffee

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Some absolute bangers being shown today, good work everyone!

But I think the Hulk tends to sit around the 25K mark and it's an 8k watch and probably the most iconic Rolex watch to even non watch fussed people, the OP is pretty much half that cost. I guess its because the OP is seen as the entry point into Rolex and most that used to want one could just about get into that bracket and a sub was out of the question at double the cost. Definitely the case for me, I much prefer the OP anyway. As everything is currently unobtainable, its naturally pushing everyone down to what ever they can get their hands on.
I guess it makes me sad in all honesty because all I'd want it a 36mm black OP and it just looks like all the resellers and market as a whole has made that impossible. You think as a general rule as it's Rolex you'd be paying more but £30,000 plus on top of a 4.5k watch?? Not a fan of the Tiffany but this will only draw more attention and make the whole situation even worse.

I did think the same as you say with the 39mm, as that was a great option for many and the two classic colours make it super versatile.

Agree with the GMT, it'll be remembered as a wildcard move and people love anything that's a bit odd and against the grain.

If you ever consider selling it, let me know

...Everytime i see it...

Haaa, sorry missed this.

Not that it hasn't already but I think this will cause many to start looking into more obscure models and brands to get a fix. The 70s pieces will get more momentum I think as 80s is still very hot. Then once that base is covered, we're all fucked!

Going for simplicity today with the early 80s Longines automatic.

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Nice 👍🏻 Relevant too as they just updated this collection.

Sorry but it's my currant fave! Was thinking of selling everything else except this and the Seiko SLA.

So I can buy a turquoise OP obvs.

New strap day!!! Cartier buckle incoming!

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SBGW267. It’s not quartz, it’s a hand wound mechanical. Still one of their best values at the moment I think.

Really like this new variant as well. Very dark green textured dial.

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This has just caught my eye.
Need to see it on the wrist and check how tall it is, but this made my "next watch" short list.

Tudor 1926.
Am wanting something non-diver.

Very nice! Looks like the strap you get with the blue Reverso

Just wish they would do more of these

Was just going to post this. Is it US only? They have a teal too.

Think this is new as I know you've been digging a bit of green. Looks nice!

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Seen this, it's quite bright but I like that in a dress watch personally.

I like that. What is the reference?

Glad to see it's not limited. Couldn't find much else as it's not released just yet.

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They’re doing a light blue one as well, yes. Apparently not limited but not sure if it’s a global release yet.

Quite like that green dial, I love that texture that they’ve used on the titanium Seasons watches. Looks like it’s in the Snowflake case/size? Which means it’s a bit of a chonker.

Will check it out the weekend, I am heading to the Wharf at some point so will pop into WoS and see I can try one on.

That's a banger.

Happy Friday

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Watches of mayfair have the best new prices at the moment I've just bought one and they have the SBGX263 for £1566