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Old 26 January 2010, 12:12 AM   #1
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What is your favorite Non Rolex watch, and why? (pictures required...)

For me it is this nice 1950 Hamilton Tank - my daughters gave it to me. (ages 11 and 14)

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Old 26 January 2010, 12:18 AM   #2
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Well I would say my Tudor, but that technically IS Rolex...
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So my only other non-Rolex is this one, which I absolutely LOVE!
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It looks and feels just as good as a Rolex IMHO.
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Old 26 January 2010, 12:31 AM   #3
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This is the favorite one I actually own, Breguet 5827 in white gold:



This is the favorite that I would like to own, Breguet 5847 in rose gold, hopefully here soon:

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Old 26 January 2010, 12:42 AM   #4
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I have several Zeniths that are my hands-down favorites, but this one is probably the most elegant at the moment.... that could change in short order.

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Old 26 January 2010, 05:12 AM   #5
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I have several Zeniths that are my hands-down favorites, but this one is probably the most elegant at the moment.... that could change in short order.

That is one that I would just love to have. IMO they completely ruined the classic El Primero chronomaster when they blew it up and blinged it out several years ago.

I haven't seen one for sale in quite a while. I prefer it on the black strap with white stitching...great watch!!

If you have more Zenith chronos, I'd love to see a collection shot.
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Old 26 January 2010, 01:13 PM   #6
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I have several Zeniths that are my hands-down favorites, but this one is probably the most elegant at the moment.... that could change in short order.

that is a stunning watch
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Old 26 January 2010, 12:49 AM   #7
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Old 26 January 2010, 01:10 AM   #8
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David, she's a beauty!
Thanks Greg: It's the only one I've ever seen on a bracelet.
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Old 26 January 2010, 01:20 AM   #9
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My Midas 9631.

I just love how the elegant, (now extinct) almost SS flix O' flex bracelet hugs your wrist and at the same time pulls your hair off.

With it's unbreakable mainspring.......who needs service.

Not only is this rare and highly collectable watch beautiful, (in its own way) it is also the worlds fastest watch as it easely makes 1 hour in just 32 minutes, (world record?).

I dare you to find another one.
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Old 26 January 2010, 01:43 AM   #10
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I only have Rolexes and G Shocks, so G Shock. I love G Shocks for their durability and reliability -

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Old 26 January 2010, 01:47 AM   #11
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Old 26 January 2010, 01:51 AM   #12
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Sorry, but the one I don't own, hence, no pics!
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Old 26 January 2010, 04:47 AM   #13
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My new favorite vintage diver.
After reading that article, I was wondering how many people out there were gonna snatch up this watch.

My favorite non-Rolex I own...

PAM 111 (G series with painted dial).

Love the simplicity.

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Old 27 January 2010, 10:10 AM   #14
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My new favorite vintage diver.
You're gonna need a bigger boat! Very cool piece Mr. Hooper, nice article about it in Watch Time.
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Old 26 January 2010, 02:24 AM   #15
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My favorite non Rolex that I own would have to be this Patek.

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Old 27 January 2010, 06:14 AM   #16
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WOW!! Nice, real nice!!
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Old 1 February 2010, 05:04 AM   #17
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Old 26 January 2010, 02:26 AM   #18
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Old 26 January 2010, 02:52 AM   #19
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Old 26 January 2010, 02:52 AM   #20
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Old 26 January 2010, 03:14 AM   #21
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Probably this one, Omega Seamaster Professional, reference 2255.80. My first mechanical and a terrific watch. It's in for service right now, and I can't wait to get it back:



After that, I think this one. A ton of watch for $130 USD, and a lot of fun to wear. Casio GW-9100 Gulfman, Tough Solar, Atomic Timekeeping:

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Old 26 January 2010, 04:20 AM   #22
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Probably this one, Omega Seamaster Professional, reference 2255.80. My first mechanical and a terrific watch. It's in for service right now, and I can't wait to get it back:



After that, I think this one. A ton of watch for $130 USD, and a lot of fun to wear. Casio GW-9100 Gulfman, Tough Solar, Atomic Timekeeping:

John.....WOW....Stunning Blue on that SMP

I would love a G-shock as a workhorse, but i reach my tech limits daily just attempting to use my cell phone

Atomic watches????.....will they still work if you are NOT in Japan,Germany,UK,USA,etc????????
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Old 26 January 2010, 04:28 AM   #23
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Sinn 103 St Ty on NATO strap made out of German flight jacket.
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Old 27 January 2010, 05:48 AM   #24
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John.....WOW....Stunning Blue on that SMP

I would love a G-shock as a workhorse, but i reach my tech limits daily just attempting to use my cell phone

Atomic watches????.....will they still work if you are NOT in Japan,Germany,UK,USA,etc????????
Funny thing is, that shot doesn't do any justice to the way the blue looks in person in good light. At times, it's stunning.

As for the atomic G's, some can receive a signal from five locales (like mine), some six. So no, unless you are in a country that will receive the signal, the function won't work. It will still be an accurate watch, though. You can always get the non-atomic version of most models, and they work great. Most people who own G's are very happy with them. Great bang for your buck.

That said, I love the atomic Gulfman.
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Probably this one, Omega Seamaster Professional, reference 2255.80. My first mechanical and a terrific watch. It's in for service right now, and I can't wait to get it back:



After that, I think this one. A ton of watch for $130 USD, and a lot of fun to wear. Casio GW-9100 Gulfman, Tough Solar, Atomic Timekeeping:

Love that blue dial on the Seamaster! Wish Rolex offered a blue dial on their SS Submariner models.
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Old 26 January 2010, 06:59 AM   #26
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My current favourite non Rolex is this 1970's Heuer Carrera.
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Old 26 January 2010, 07:24 AM   #27
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My current favourite non Rolex is this 1970's Heuer Carrera.
Im not surprised, that is stunning, watch of the thread IMHO.

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Old 26 January 2010, 03:51 AM   #28
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Old 26 January 2010, 05:11 AM   #29
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- great size and fit for my wrist size, being big @ 41mm but not too over sized
- fantastic lume
- co-axial movement (claimed longer period between service and better time keeping through out the power reserve range)
- great looking and comfortable non-tapering 20mm bracelet with great solid clasp
- nice contempory case shape with thin and slightly contour profile
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Old 26 January 2010, 09:20 AM   #30
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This one. Extremely accurate and very much a tool watch.

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