What time is it? Watches and horology

I am pretty sure all of those " customised " Rolex creations have nothing to do with Rolex . Or good taste

However, as a brand this is part of their legacy and informs how their brand is perceived. In terms of marketing and kudos it's pretty toxic.

On the flip side I am utterly in love with the Tudor Pelagos (the baby brother of Rolex) - thanks to that totally irresponsible post from Multi Grooves. Am seriously considering raiding the piggy bank :(

I'm in grave danger of actually agreeing with you on that.

Ditto.

I'm in grave danger of actually agreeing with you on that.

Don't do it. You'll only regret it later ;)

Ha!

Im going to be in a small swiss town with eight watch shops in a few weeks. Im seriously considering leaving my bank cards at home and only taking just enough cash to eat.

I have a titanium Seiko including the strap which leaves my wrist dirty especially after cycling. Is this an inherent problem with the metal or do I just need to bath it clean in some chems...?

Or not wear it when sweating of course.

Anyone interested in a Sharing Watch?

Got a brand new one, unused in box, first edition nr 253 of 1000. Sells for about £100 online and in shops. Can't find any online to check prices, but how about £50?

Pickup in dalston or post at cost

However, as a brand this is part of their legacy and informs how their brand is perceived. In terms of marketing and kudos it's pretty toxic.

On the flip side I am utterly in love with the Tudor Pelagos (the baby brother of Rolex) - thanks to that totally irresponsible post from Multi Grooves. Am seriously considering raiding the piggy bank :(

What do you mean when you say their marketing and kudos and indeed brand perception is toxic ? How is their marketing any different from any other watch brand ? And if they are that evil how can you consider buying one of their watches even if it is a Tudor ?

Tudor does nothing for me. Sounds shit.

Hmm

That'll be me sticking with my Seiko then

its that price because it has the much coveted pointed shoulders. non pointy shoulder versions are cheaper.

And you can't currently buy Tudor in the UK . Or the US . Not being distributed here at mo .

1960's one in my local pawn shop going for £495...

The modern Tudors suffer from 'fat watch syndrome'. The old ones don't;

^^ really lovely .

Tudor divers are so nice. Major lust.

What do you mean when you say their marketing and kudos and indeed brand perception is toxic ? How is their marketing any different from any other watch brand ? And if they are that evil how can you consider buying one of their watches even if it is a Tudor ?

With respect ejay you're jumping in at the deep end and not actually reading or considering what was written.

I said what is happening with their customised watches as a part of their marketing (which it is) is toxic for their brand when people produce Action Man watches like the one in this thread. Their marketing is different from other brands in that they allow (and clearly encourage) this to happen.

Nobody said they are evil, you're getting a bit over-excited here. I can consider buying a Tudor Pelagos because it is a beautiful watch - this doesn't mean I have to agree with or like the toss that Rolex tie themselves in with through their own misguided marketing.

And you can't currently buy Tudor in the UK . Or the US . Not being distributed here at mo .

But really easy to buy via www.chrono24.com from Germany or Italy for example. So no additional tax as they're part of Europe :)

You lot have way too much time on your hands...

Badum-tisch.

But really easy to buy via www.chrono24.com from Germany or Italy for example. So no additional tax as they're part of Europe :)

Or you can ask me to bring one back from the Middle East on your behalf...

Seems like a decent price for a Hamilton:

Hamilton Khaki Field SWAT limited edition watch H684210

http://bit.ly/14rqoT6

I'd love a Tudor diver....

Naaa

You're wrong...