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Old 23 March 2008, 08:31 PM   #1
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Ball Engineer Master II Chronometer Limited Edition

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Just when i thought that having a pair seems pretty balanced and i'll stop at 2 ...
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Old 23 March 2008, 08:42 PM   #2
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Another nice Ball watch... which movement? Having a day/date is an advantage. All the 2824 movements I've seen lack the day wheel.
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Old 23 March 2008, 11:27 PM   #3
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Thanks! This one is using an ETA 2836-2, hence the additional day wheel.

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Old 24 March 2008, 12:36 AM   #4
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Wow...........very nice. My first look at the Ball watch. Really interesting.
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Old 27 May 2008, 06:44 PM   #5
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Old 30 May 2008, 01:00 PM   #6
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Very nice watch. I love the Ball as it is a classic. The lume is outstanding as is the dial, hands and everything else. It is just a nice watch period.

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Old 30 May 2008, 08:24 PM   #7
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Thanks! The lume is amazing, especially for its consistent illumination. The RR second hand gives a finishing touch to it, a quality watch for a decent price IMO.
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Old 1 June 2008, 05:34 PM   #8
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What is the MSRP on this timepiece?
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Old 1 June 2008, 05:44 PM   #9
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WOW!! That is one impressive watch. What an over-powering dial!!!
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Old 1 June 2008, 06:43 PM   #10
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Not sure of US pricing, but Singapore's year 2007 MSRP is SGD2,550.00. This is a 999pcs limited edition model.

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Old 1 June 2008, 06:49 PM   #11
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Yes and it complements the EMII Classic. Here's my pair on the winder ...





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Old 5 July 2008, 04:12 PM   #12
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I believe you can also get this watch with a black dial however dosen't it only come on a leather strap? I would like to see the black dial on a steel braclet. I am really torn between the 2. I am pretty sure this is going to be my next purchase.

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Old 5 July 2008, 04:25 PM   #13
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Hi N9zez,

For more info for bracelet / strap / dial combination, please refer to http://www.ballwatchusa.com/collecti...terLESCJSL.htm. However, i believe this model is no longer in production since its a limited edition of 999pcs. Some ADs may still have stock for it, though i'm not sure if u can get hold of your preferred combination. I purchased my 1st Ball from a Singapore AD and my last 2 from a HK AD. More info of my HK trip here : http://watchtalkworld.proboards84.co...lay&thread=666


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I believe you can also get this watch with a black dial however dosen't it only come on a leather strap? I would like to see the black dial on a steel braclet. I am really torn between the 2. I am pretty sure this is going to be my next purchase.

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Old 6 July 2008, 02:34 AM   #14
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Great watch, love the lume
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Old 6 July 2008, 02:36 AM   #15
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wow the numbers are amazing and the Lume- just immense.

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Old 7 July 2008, 06:21 AM   #16
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Sys12345,

Do you have any Rolex's that you could throw down beside your Ball Chrono for a pic?

If not, any onther pics of that awesome watch would be appreciated!
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Old 7 July 2008, 10:30 AM   #17
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n9zez, the only Rolex i have right now is a very old DJ (80s), here's a pic of it...





Its not getting much wrist time as i find it a little too small on my wrist. However, it has sentimental value as it was a gift from my dad. Its also way over due for a service (no thanks to my Ball purchases). I'm now considering between a 16710 and a 116710, though these models are pretty hot in demand here in Singapore and have driven prices beyond their listed. In any case, i'm hoping to get it during my next HK trip.
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Old 13 July 2008, 03:47 PM   #18
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That is a great looking DJ !

Thanks for the response!
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Awesome lume
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Old 16 July 2008, 12:41 AM   #20
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Thanks for the comment Tony!

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Old 17 July 2008, 10:58 AM   #21
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I went to the City last weekend to buy a Ball.........but they just didn't smile at me. Have seen them in mag ads for years....and they intrigued me. Oh well............more money for another Rolex!
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Old 17 July 2008, 12:12 PM   #22
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Sorry to hear that but have u seen the entire collection of Ball watches? Most ADs only stock up on the more popular models (which may not necessarily appeal to everyone IMO).

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Nice watches!. Do you have any side pics of the black Classic?
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Old 5 August 2008, 02:55 PM   #24
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Thanks!

As u have requested, here's some side pics of the EMII Classic ...










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Old 5 August 2008, 02:58 PM   #25
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n9zez, i think u wanted to make a size comparison between the 2? Must have been reading your post too quickly , here's a side by side shot between my EMII Classic (same case & size with my EMII Chronometer LE) and my Rolex 16710A ...





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Do you have any Rolex's that you could throw down beside your Ball Chrono for a pic?

If not, any onther pics of that awesome watch would be appreciated!
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Old 6 August 2008, 04:09 AM   #26
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Thanks SYS12345!, Terrific watch. Wondering how would it look on black leather...

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Old 6 August 2008, 04:12 AM   #27
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Amazing how the larger dial makes it look larger than GMT, both being 40mm.
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It looks fantastic with a black leather strap. There's a black leather option for it.

Check these out:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthr...t=emii+classic

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthr...t=emii+classic

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthr...t=emii+classic

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthr...t=emii+classic

Hope it helps!

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Old 6 August 2008, 12:16 PM   #29
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I think the perception of size is influenced by 2 factors here:

1) The EMII Classic sits taller than the 16710 when the pic was taken

2) The dial is indeed smaller on the 16710 as some of the estate space has been taken by the rotating bezel. The EMII Classic on the other hand has a clean and relatively thin bezel.

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Old 7 August 2008, 02:35 AM   #30
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Thanks sys12345! Very nice combos. Even the rubber option fits it.
BTW can anybody tell what this one is? It's on one of the threads you've linked.


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