By the way Mik do you listen to the Scottish Watches podcast? They release 2 or 3 episodes per week which is far too much for me to keep up with but I listen ocasionally and enjoy the deep Gaswegian drivel and sarkiness.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:01 pm
by mik
Nope - never heard of it - will give it a listen
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:15 pm
by Pete_
The most recent episode seems to be an audio recording of their weekly live video call with a bunch of random (non-Scottish) people I don't know, the previous episode (174) might be a better one as a first listen.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 7:25 pm
by Alex_
[mention]Pete_[/mention] I listen to them, they're a right laugh. Met Rick and Rikki a few times at Redbar Glasgow and Edinburgh. Good guys.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 8:18 pm
by mik
Have listened to about 25mins - yeah they are amusing enough.
Alex_ wrote: Mon Aug 31, 2020 9:11 am
When it was released last year, most people hated it (modern social media hysteria) but in person it looks a lot better (to my eyes anyway) and it's funky and different from a brand who makes very good but rather boring watches.
Itās an interesting watch, thatās for sure. Still not convinced Iāll ever like the massive metal end links but Iām sure itāll become collectible in future; polarising watches often do.
Missed your comment Simon. The end links aren't too noticeable since they articulate and wrap around your wrist. As for future collector's item, who knows, there are plenty in the shop windows.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2020 9:42 pm
by Pete_
Reposting in the correct place
Such a heartwarming story and the watches look stunning. Unfortunatly the Salmon has sold out, I've checked!
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2020 9:59 pm
by mik
Cases look very Panerai. Which is no bad thing.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:43 am
by Alex_
That Fears is a lovely watch but those condom-like hands are awful no matter how much they cost to make. Met Nick at Redbar once, one of the nicest Englishmen you'll ever meet .
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2020 7:07 pm
by mik
John wrote: Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:54 pm
I like Hamilton watches, I've got a Khaki Air Race
I donāt need another watch, but I keep having recurring naughty thoughts about these and Christmas is approaching.....
I have however found another (clumsily named) Alpina Alpiner4. I nearly bought one second hand a few years back but snoozed n loosed. They are pretty chunky at 44mm case width, but only 52.5mm lug to lug - which is less than my C11 Chris Ward.
This one is 3yrs old but immaculate for only Ā£450 delivered..... super tempting.
John wrote: Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:54 pm
I like Hamilton watches, I've got a Khaki Air Race
I donāt need another watch, but I keep having recurring naughty thoughts about these and Christmas is approaching.....
I have however found another (clumsily named) Alpina Alpiner4. I nearly bought one second hand a few years back but snoozed n loosed. They are pretty chunky at 44mm case width, but only 52.5mm lug to lug - which is less than my C11 Chris Ward.
This one is 3yrs old but immaculate for only Ā£450 delivered..... super tempting.
Ooh that's lovely.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2020 11:04 pm
by John
Keep an eye on TK Maxx online for Alpina watches. They had four different ones in stock this morning but are down to a single model now.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2020 11:57 am
by Shlergen
Ernest Jones have a few Alpina in the sale. Been looking myself, nice looking watch.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2020 4:16 pm
by mik
I may have just sent the money for this. On behalf of Mrs mik. For my Chrimbo. Yes, my Chrimbo.
Let the waiting commence!
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2020 8:19 am
by DaveE
How's this for a watch winder...
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 3:23 pm
by mik
OMG - I hadnāt appreciated quite how cool this isnāt.
Only Ā£200,000 odds too.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 4:46 pm
by Jobbo
Thanks for bumping this thread. It's reminded me there's a limited edition Seiko Alpinist which goes on sale tomorrow in the UK which I'm very tempted by.
Anyway, I've made a couple of recent cheaper purchases: new straps. I'm rather pleased with them. Highly recommend keeping an eye on the eBay shop of this chap: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/lawr389/m.html
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 7:09 pm
by mik
I also bought a new strap recently for my C1000CE.
The original grey canvas strap is starting to look a little worn. With the āsilkā finish of the watch (itās not gloss or Matt) this combo has always been quite understated, so I thought I might lift the visibility a bit - playing off the yellow accents on the dial - with a Hirsch Robby strap - which has a similar silk finish on the leather.
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 8:23 pm
by Jobbo
Nice colour match of the highlights there. Is the Robby a waterproof strap?
Re: The Watches Thread
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 8:29 pm
by speedingfine
DaveE wrote: Tue Nov 10, 2020 8:19 am
How's this for a watch winder...
Have listened to about 25mins - yeah they are amusing enough.
They are pretty chunky at 44mm case width, but only 52.5mm lug to lug - which is less than my C11 Chris Ward. 
