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Riseman Weather · 20 February 2011, 08:11 PM

A Rolex Submariner before it became fancy and bigger.

Sweramic · 20 February 2011, 08:53 PM

Waaaay too many to choose from.. For Rolex, maybe a YG GMT IIc with black dial.

I also want a Hublot Big Bang!

roley798 · 20 February 2011, 09:13 PM

Wg yachtmaster 2 or a yg gmt 2 green dial.

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HL65 · 20 February 2011, 10:32 PM

Definitely these two-My Sub grails: Me 58' perfect 6538 4 line Big Crown Sub and her perfect sidekick 5513 Milsub: Grail tandem--a lovely couple they make:

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1675-David · 20 February 2011, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

1959 6542 Bakelite Vintage Grail.

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yuo and me both...

HL65 · 20 February 2011, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1675-David

yuo and me both...

That is my GMT grail!! Above my Sub Grails!! And of course I have my Daytona grails--6263 Screw down PN(white dial) and 6241 PN with black dial.

PS---The JCK--Jean Claude Killy also another grail stands alone!!

sttevo · 21 February 2011, 12:01 AM

My grail would have to be this little baby...

nyfida · 21 February 2011, 01:58 AM

Yellow gold Paul Newman daytona or yellow gmt. The ss models are easier to obtain while gold is a challenge for me.

dsio · 21 February 2011, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

That is my GMT grail!! Above my Sub Grails!! And of course I have my Daytona grails--6263 Screw down PN(white dial) and 6241 PN with black dial.

PS---The JCK--Jean Claude Killy also another grail stands alone!!

The Killy would be the coolest piece imo, still to this day, after all this time, the most complicated watch to bear the name Rolex.

And Killy himself was a very cool character in the brand's history.

jayeff · 7 March 2011, 10:36 AM

My grail has always been the WG Sub 116619. But, I just bought that one, so now I´ll have to look for a new grail...

Gob Bluth · 7 March 2011, 12:11 PM

I just got mine 2 weeks ago . . . IWC 3531 Small Portuguese.

MrNemo · 7 March 2011, 12:12 PM

If I had to choose, it would be the same two mentioned by SteelerFan1965, or lately, a DZ San Marco. But I don't really think about them as grails and would be just as happy with many other watches.

When I was a kid, my brother got me a knock-off Tag Heuer S/el. It was the biggest piece of trash in the world... nastly nickel-plated copper that left my wrist green. Yuck.

10 years later, I got one of those watches. Then a vintage Sub became the grail. I now have an awesome 5513 with a superdome. Then a PVD Explorer II... etc etc

When I finally realized that "grail" became equated with "whatever watch is just out of reach cost wise," I realized I was buying for the wrong reasons.

When I stopped caring about the novelty of having an "impressive" watch, the "grail" became having my favorite watch from each manufacturer that "speaks" to me, usually awatch that really signifies the style or philosophy of a company (like a Ball Mad Cow, Sinn U1, Marathon CSAR, Anonimo Militare Automatico/Bronze Polluce).

Christiaan · 7 March 2011, 12:15 PM

I dont have a grail watch, rather a grail collection:
Rolex 18k GMT C
Rolex DD II RG
Rolex WG Daytona with Panda dial
Patek 5130R
VC World Time RG
JLC Master Geo RG
GP WW TC power reserve WG
Breguet Hora Mundi YG
Lange Time Zone RG

That should about cover it...:-)

HL65 · 7 March 2011, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsio

The Killy would be the coolest piece imo, still to this day, after all this time, the most complicated watch to bear the name Rolex.

And Killy himself was a very cool character in the brand's history.

It sure would be!!! One of these days!!! Also--a 1955 6542 Red GMT Bakelite would be ever so nice--forget the 59'!!

7sins · 7 March 2011, 12:27 PM

Neither of which anytime soon.

liptonnr · 7 March 2011, 01:18 PM

Rolex: Blue Sub-c 18K WG. I love it!
Patek Philippe: Calatrava 5119g

horseco · 7 March 2011, 02:06 PM

Rolex Masterpiece 18948, champagne dial...

kareemthedream33 · 7 March 2011, 02:11 PM

I want a platinum DD with ice blue roman dial, but I'm pretty sure I'll be able to own one someday if i work hard so that doesn't count as my Grail. My dream Grail would be something like this. And if I could afford this there's a good chance I'd have a Patek to go with it.

Edensknight · 7 March 2011, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sttevo

My grail would have to be this little baby...

Stevo, my friend, I wholeheartedly agree! And, what a stunning and detailed picture. The new GMT II is still one of the most impressive Rolex models ever designed. And, the implementation by Rolex of the Green Marker (which commemorates a model-design by Rolex that has existed for 50 years) is a benchmark identifier that is an attractive feature that clearly distinguishes this specific model apart from other designs.

bewithabob · 7 March 2011, 04:08 PM

I landed my grail- the WG Meteorite Daytona back in 2008- here are some macros....http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=34267
The texture of this dial just bowled me over when I first saw it... it seems to glint, like ice...particularly in the twilight... and the red hands ... well...

Jagatai · 8 April 2011, 04:32 AM

Milsub 5513!!!

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rosspanics · 8 April 2011, 04:38 AM

Currently, I'm really digging the Lange 1815 WG.

No funds though...

TKB · 8 April 2011, 04:50 AM

I have my "regular" grail, my DD meteorite 118339.

My vintage grail is the 6263 PN white in 18k YG

My ultimate grail is the Patek Philippe Sky Moon Celestial Grand Comp 5102P

Wish me luck TRF!

BigMac53 · 8 April 2011, 05:13 AM

I can't remember if I posted in this forum yet, if I did, my apologies lol, but currently my grail is a WG Daytona, Meteorite Dial, on a Croc Strap.

risico · 8 April 2011, 05:19 AM

Got my grail, a black ss daytona

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But shopping around for adding a couple of vintage pieces.

esm · 8 April 2011, 05:21 AM

i dont have one - is that bad?

Jibba · 8 April 2011, 05:44 AM

My grail seems to be the one I want next.....I wnated a breitling bentley, so i got that. Then i wanted a Panerai so i got a 111. Next i wanted a rolex, so i got a deepsea. I guess my next grail would be a PAM 312 or 372. Beyond that a AP ROO Safari would be nice.

wrxsti · 8 April 2011, 06:48 AM

this is my gail....Iwc Big Pilot

rosspanics · 8 April 2011, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKB

My ultimate grail is the Patek Philippe Sky Moon Celestial Grand Comp 5102P

Wish me luck TRF!

Oh yeah, I forgot about that one... that's my "Powerball" grail. Didn't win last night though...

mjm800 · 8 April 2011, 06:54 AM

My grail is the new Explorer II. It's a must have for me and I hope to be able to get one of the first ones to arrive at my AD later this year. I also really want a 50th Anniversary Sub (green bezel).

20 February 2011, 10:32 PM	#154
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Definitely these two-My Sub grails: Me 58' perfect 6538 4 line Big Crown Sub and her perfect sidekick 5513 Milsub: Grail tandem--a lovely couple they make: __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

7 March 2011, 10:36 AM	#160
jayeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norway Posts: 60	My grail has always been the WG Sub 116619. But, I just bought that one, so now I´ll have to look for a new grail... __________________ RIP JJ

7 March 2011, 12:15 PM	#163
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	I dont have a grail watch, rather a grail collection: Rolex 18k GMT C Rolex DD II RG Rolex WG Daytona with Panda dial Patek 5130R VC World Time RG JLC Master Geo RG GP WW TC power reserve WG Breguet Hora Mundi YG Lange Time Zone RG That should about cover it...:-) __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

7 March 2011, 04:08 PM	#170
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	I landed my grail- the WG Meteorite Daytona back in 2008- here are some macros....http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=34267 The texture of this dial just bowled me over when I first saw it... it seems to glint, like ice...particularly in the twilight... and the red hands ... well... __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

8 April 2011, 04:50 AM	#173
TKB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Tai Location: Chicago Watch: 118339 Meteorite Posts: 289	I have my "regular" grail, my DD meteorite 118339. My vintage grail is the 6263 PN white in 18k YG My ultimate grail is the Patek Philippe Sky Moon Celestial Grand Comp 5102P Wish me luck TRF! __________________ "Death Before Dishonor" WG DD Diamond Meteorite CC "Z" SS DJ Tux Dial Roulette Wheel "M"

20 February 2011, 08:11 PM	#151
Riseman Weather Banned Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: U.S.A. Watch: G-Shock Riseman Posts: 198	A Rolex Submariner before it became fancy and bigger.

20 February 2011, 08:53 PM	#152
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	Waaaay too many to choose from.. For Rolex, maybe a YG GMT IIc with black dial. I also want a Hublot Big Bang!

20 February 2011, 09:13 PM	#153
roley798 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: CA Posts: 66	Wg yachtmaster 2 or a yg gmt 2 green dial. Sent from my PC36100 using Tapatalk

21 February 2011, 12:01 AM	#157
sttevo Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Australia Watch: Subbage Posts: 26	My grail would have to be this little baby...

21 February 2011, 01:58 AM	#158
nyfida "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: new york Posts: 539	Yellow gold Paul Newman daytona or yellow gmt. The ss models are easier to obtain while gold is a challenge for me.

7 March 2011, 12:11 PM	#161
Gob Bluth Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Watch: 16610LV & 16710 Posts: 530	I just got mine 2 weeks ago . . . IWC 3531 Small Portuguese.

7 March 2011, 12:12 PM	#162
MrNemo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Shane Location: Lake Oswego, OR Posts: 169	If I had to choose, it would be the same two mentioned by SteelerFan1965, or lately, a DZ San Marco. But I don't really think about them as grails and would be just as happy with many other watches. When I was a kid, my brother got me a knock-off Tag Heuer S/el. It was the biggest piece of trash in the world... nastly nickel-plated copper that left my wrist green. Yuck. 10 years later, I got one of those watches. Then a vintage Sub became the grail. I now have an awesome 5513 with a superdome. Then a PVD Explorer II... etc etc When I finally realized that "grail" became equated with "whatever watch is just out of reach cost wise," I realized I was buying for the wrong reasons. When I stopped caring about the novelty of having an "impressive" watch, the "grail" became having my favorite watch from each manufacturer that "speaks" to me, usually awatch that really signifies the style or philosophy of a company (like a Ball Mad Cow, Sinn U1, Marathon CSAR, Anonimo Militare Automatico/Bronze Polluce).

7 March 2011, 12:27 PM	#165
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,626	Neither of which anytime soon.

7 March 2011, 01:18 PM	#166
liptonnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Nate Location: Pottsville, PA Watch: Sub-c LV, GMT's Posts: 988	Rolex: Blue Sub-c 18K WG. I love it! Patek Philippe: Calatrava 5119g

7 March 2011, 02:06 PM	#167
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	Rolex Masterpiece 18948, champagne dial...

7 March 2011, 02:11 PM	#168
kareemthedream33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,748	I want a platinum DD with ice blue roman dial, but I'm pretty sure I'll be able to own one someday if i work hard so that doesn't count as my Grail. My dream Grail would be something like this. And if I could afford this there's a good chance I'd have a Patek to go with it.

8 April 2011, 04:32 AM	#171
Jagatai "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Philip Location: NY Posts: 851	Milsub 5513!!! -

8 April 2011, 04:38 AM	#172
rosspanics "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Rocky Mountains Watch: Exp2, Exp1 Posts: 727	Currently, I'm really digging the Lange 1815 WG. No funds though...

8 April 2011, 05:13 AM	#174
BigMac53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: CT Posts: 729	I can't remember if I posted in this forum yet, if I did, my apologies lol, but currently my grail is a WG Daytona, Meteorite Dial, on a Croc Strap.

8 April 2011, 05:19 AM	#175
risico Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: EUROPA Watch: GV LV SSDaytona Posts: 63	Got my grail, a black ss daytona. But shopping around for adding a couple of vintage pieces.

8 April 2011, 05:21 AM	#176
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	i dont have one - is that bad?

8 April 2011, 05:44 AM	#177
Jibba "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Jamie Location: Charlotte, NC Watch: DEEPSEA Posts: 300	My grail seems to be the one I want next.....I wnated a breitling bentley, so i got that. Then i wanted a Panerai so i got a 111. Next i wanted a rolex, so i got a deepsea. I guess my next grail would be a PAM 312 or 372. Beyond that a AP ROO Safari would be nice. __________________ Jibba DSSD \| Panerai 111

8 April 2011, 06:48 AM	#178
wrxsti "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 1,695	this is my gail....Iwc Big Pilot __________________ PP Geneva

8 April 2011, 06:54 AM	#180
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	My grail is the new Explorer II. It's a must have for me and I hope to be able to get one of the first ones to arrive at my AD later this year. I also really want a 50th Anniversary Sub (green bezel). __________________

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