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subprimero · 9 January 2022, 07:20 PM

I collect chronos as well.

Harry-57 · 9 January 2022, 10:28 PM

It's a function I used to use often but tend to use less now. I've got a Carrera and a Speedmaster X33. That's all I need. There are plenty of stylish and pretty chronos to chose from but none more user friendly and above all legible, than the ones I have.

Since I bought my Carrera I have been increasingly working across multiple time zones, so I now have a selection of GMTs, which if I had to make a choice, I would keep first.

inadeje · 10 January 2022, 01:31 AM

I am a chrono fan and have been ever since I saw the first Daytona and Speedmasters back in the 70s. They just sing to me. However, my appeal is aesthetics, since I have rarely used the chronometer to time anything.

I’m also finicky, because to my eye the two subdial variants like say the Tudor don’t compute in my mind, I’m left confused with “where’s the missing subdial”

Furthermore, those variants in which there are 3 subdials but where the movement has been turned 45 degrees (with subdials on the left) don’t appeal.

Basically, to please my aesthetic tastes there must be 3 subdials in the lower half of the dial that are nicely spaced, e.g. Daytona, Speedmaster, AP RO, Zenith chronosport, etc.

My 2 cents.

richard371 · 10 January 2022, 01:57 AM

Agreed I don’t like the 7750 style layout.

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Originally Posted by inadeje

I am a chrono fan and have been ever since I saw the first Daytona and Speedmasters back in the 70s. They just sing to me. However, my appeal is aesthetics, since I have rarely used the chronometer to time anything.

I’m also finicky, because to my eye the two subdial variants like say the Tudor don’t compute in my mind, I’m left confused with “where’s the missing subdial”

Furthermore, those variants in which there are 3 subdials but where the movement has been turned 45 degrees (with subdials on the left) don’t appeal.

Basically, to please my aesthetic tastes there must be 3 subdials in the lower half of the dial that are nicely spaced, e.g. Daytona, Speedmaster, AP RO, Zenith chronosport, etc.

My 2 cents.

j-watch · 10 January 2022, 01:53 AM

Hey, Amanbra.........Wow! is that an EW 321 I see?? Stunning!

amanbra · 10 January 2022, 07:52 AM

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Hey, Amanbra.........Wow! is that an EW 321 I see?? Stunning!

Yes it's a 321, it's my most cherished of the lot.

MrMercedes · 10 January 2022, 04:04 AM

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My first proper watch was the tissot. Collection going strong. I hope to add a full pm Daytona one day. Chrono fans pls share your collection.

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Great collection! Is this the Tissot PRS200? Bought one myself aprox. 20 years ago as my first proper watch!

amanbra · 10 January 2022, 07:53 AM

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Great collection! Is this the Tissot PRS200? Bought one myself aprox. 20 years ago as my first proper watch!

Yes it is!, i had to save every cent at my part time job during high school to afford it at the time. It's been around the world with me. Super important watch to me.

MrMercedes · 11 January 2022, 07:30 AM

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Yes it is!, i had to save every cent at my part time job during high school to afford it at the time. It's been around the world with me. Super important watch to me.

red1108nyc · 10 January 2022, 07:52 AM

I like them too!

amanbra · 10 January 2022, 07:54 AM

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I like them too!

what a nice well rounded collection.

VogelPhoenix · 11 January 2022, 07:45 AM

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I like them too!

Nice set! The Sinn looks great - how does it wear compared to the Speedy Pro?

TheNguyener601 · 10 January 2022, 08:08 AM

I just recently got rid of my black bay chrono and lowkey regret it. It was just too bulky for me.

ChronoSloth · 10 January 2022, 08:19 AM

VogelPhoenix · 11 January 2022, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by amanbra

My first proper watch was the tissot. Collection going strong. I hope to add a full pm Daytona one day. Chrono fans pls share your collection.

Every day is Chrono day:

amanbra · 11 January 2022, 07:45 AM

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Every day is Chrono day:

Can i ask what size is that panda AP? Love it.

VogelPhoenix · 11 January 2022, 07:47 AM

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Can i ask what size is that panda AP? Love it.

41mm (26331ST, soon to be discontinued).

amanbra · 11 January 2022, 07:52 AM

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41mm (26331ST, soon to be discontinued).

Ah. I’ve been eyeing the 38mm just for fit but that model of yours is magnificent.

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CoveWatch · 12 January 2022, 04:15 AM

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I like them too!

Now that is a lot of chronos! love it, my favorite comp.

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Every day is Chrono day:

I like your style

garyk · 11 January 2022, 07:49 AM

I love chronographs since I used them many years ago in advertising video production...People forget, some of us had these watches for actual use beyond just telling time...

GrantD · 11 January 2022, 07:50 AM

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I love chronographs since I used them many years ago in advertising video production...People forget, some of us had these watches for actual use beyond just telling time...

Yep, flew with one everyday for 20 odd years.

garyk · 11 January 2022, 01:21 PM

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Yep, flew with one everyday for 20 odd years.

That’s cool

Lu.. · 11 January 2022, 10:34 AM

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I love chronographs since I used them many years ago in advertising video production...People forget, some of us had these watches for actual use beyond just telling time...

Agreed.

..my last 3 watches out of 4 have been chronos.....having said that I use the complication for many things....cooking something in the oven, how long I'm stuck in standstill traffic, keeping tabs when cleaning clothes, ...the possibilities are endless......

amanbra · 11 January 2022, 10:36 AM

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Agreed.

..my last 3 watches out of 4 have been chronos.....having said that I use the complication for many things....cooking something in the oven, how long I'm stuck in standstill traffic, keeping tabs when cleaning clothes, ...the possibilities are endless......

Rapid antigen test timing :)

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garyk · 11 January 2022, 01:19 PM

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Agreed.

..my last 3 watches out of 4 have been chronos.....having said that I use the complication for many things....cooking something in the oven, how long I'm stuck in standstill traffic, keeping tabs when cleaning clothes, ...the possibilities are endless......

southtexas · 11 January 2022, 10:12 AM

I think vintage chronos have so much character. Here’s an ultra rare late 60’s UG exotic dial I was lucky enough to stumble upon:

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TheWatchmen · 11 January 2022, 10:18 AM

My first watch as an adult was a chronograph, in fact, it’s what got me into this whole crazy hobby. Haven’t bought another one and don’t really miss it… Not that anyone cares lol. Ok, toodles.

1665fan · 11 January 2022, 10:37 AM

Yes…..daytonas and speedies are some of the best…..for vintage i go with longines…..

Santiago32 · 11 January 2022, 10:41 AM

Love chronos. Enjoying this Zenith EP as I patiently wait for a 116518 Newman.

AzHadEnuf · 11 January 2022, 11:52 AM

I like them.

9 January 2022, 07:20 PM	#1
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10 January 2022, 01:31 AM	#3
inadeje 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,906	I am a chrono fan and have been ever since I saw the first Daytona and Speedmasters back in the 70s. They just sing to me. However, my appeal is aesthetics, since I have rarely used the chronometer to time anything. I’m also finicky, because to my eye the two subdial variants like say the Tudor don’t compute in my mind, I’m left confused with “where’s the missing subdial” Furthermore, those variants in which there are 3 subdials but where the movement has been turned 45 degrees (with subdials on the left) don’t appeal. Basically, to please my aesthetic tastes there must be 3 subdials in the lower half of the dial that are nicely spaced, e.g. Daytona, Speedmaster, AP RO, Zenith chronosport, etc. My 2 cents. __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671 & 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

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11 January 2022, 07:49 AM	#20
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,748	I love chronographs since I used them many years ago in advertising video production...People forget, some of us had these watches for actual use beyond just telling time... __________________

11 January 2022, 10:12 AM	#26
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,763	I think vintage chronos have so much character. Here’s an ultra rare late 60’s UG exotic dial I was lucky enough to stumble upon: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

9 January 2022, 10:28 PM	#2
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,669	It's a function I used to use often but tend to use less now. I've got a Carrera and a Speedmaster X33. That's all I need. There are plenty of stylish and pretty chronos to chose from but none more user friendly and above all legible, than the ones I have. Since I bought my Carrera I have been increasingly working across multiple time zones, so I now have a selection of GMTs, which if I had to make a choice, I would keep first.

10 January 2022, 01:53 AM	#5
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red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	I like them too!

10 January 2022, 08:08 AM	#13
TheNguyener601 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Nashville Posts: 21	I just recently got rid of my black bay chrono and lowkey regret it. It was just too bulky for me.

11 January 2022, 10:18 AM	#27
TheWatchmen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,367	My first watch as an adult was a chronograph, in fact, it’s what got me into this whole crazy hobby. Haven’t bought another one and don’t really miss it… Not that anyone cares lol. Ok, toodles.

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1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,660	Yes…..daytonas and speedies are some of the best…..for vintage i go with longines…..

11 January 2022, 10:41 AM	#29
Santiago32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Jim Location: UTC/GMT -7 hours Posts: 1,673	Love chronos. Enjoying this Zenith EP as I patiently wait for a 116518 Newman. __________________ instagram: santiagowatchcollector

11 January 2022, 11:52 AM	#30
AzHadEnuf "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Ralph Location: Tucson, Arizona Watch: 6263,DJ,SUB,BB,THR Posts: 2,043	I like them. __________________ "The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." -A. Einstein

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