The watches thread

[Dragoon]

Wondering what the Emira watch elitists here think of Xeric watches? Realizing they are nowhere near the same level as Rolex, Omega, Breitling, etc.. I'm wondering about quality and general consensus among watch enthusiasts. I'm more of a Seiko and Citizen guy myself, but I like this Xeric Hyperspace Automatic Photon because it's not only super unique looking, but also matches my Lotus... and I can get it for ~60% off right now.

I don't have any experience with Xeric watches, but that is a cool-looking watch! I think it would pair well with your Lotus.

 

[virtualmacho]

Wondering what the Emira watch elitists here think of Xeric watches? Realizing they are nowhere near the same level as Rolex, Omega, Breitling, etc.. I'm wondering about quality and general consensus among watch enthusiasts. I'm more of a Seiko and Citizen guy myself, but I like this Xeric Hyperspace Automatic Photon because it's not only super unique looking, but also matches my Lotus... and I can get it for ~60% off right now.

If the green matches your car, there's no reason not to get it!

 

[Time2Fly]

It's very Millennium Falcon entering hyperspace.

Which incidentally is what I'm doing with no car.

 

[GrahamClark_60-68]

With the gradual increase of Emiras on the road and Eletre and Emeya cars debuting around the world, I am hoping for a more generally available Lotus themed watch. Something in titanium, similar to the Breitling Chronomat B01 42 Triumph would be nice...
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Oh wow, I thought I had recovered from my Breitling illness and now you show me this, thanks a lot @virtualmacho! After recovering (I thought) from said illness and several unnecessary purchases large and small (my affliction runs mostly towards Omega and Breitling, but others were included along the way), I saw this on ebay recently and decided I had to have it.

 

[VL3X]

Oh wow, I thought I had recovered from my Breitling illness and now you show me this, thanks a lot @virtualmacho! After recovering (I thought) from said illness and several unnecessary purchases large and small (my affliction runs mostly towards Omega and Breitling, but others were included along the way), I saw this on ebay recently and decided I had to have it. View attachment 50661

Nice! I think @NicolasB would appreciate this one.

 

[Dragoon]

I'm digging this Titanium dive watch from Christopher Ward.

 

[JClem]

I'm digging this Titanium dive watch from Christopher Ward.

Me too particularly in orange. I saw the announcement this morning. Got a bit of a soft spot for CW. My titanium “The Twelve” is fantastic

 

[JClem]

I did get this recently. I’m starting to think I have a problem! Are there any ‘Watches Anonymous’ groups?

 

[virtualmacho]

I'm digging this Titanium dive watch from Christopher Ward.

My favorite color scheme. Looks nice!
Will you need sunglasses in the dark?

 

[Time2Fly]

Anniversary Breitling in JPS colors.

 

[Dragoon]

I did get this recently. I’m starting to think I have a problem! Are there any ‘Watches Anonymous’ groups?

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Nicely done! I will add this watch to my collection one day.

 

[Racer X]

It's very Millennium Falcon entering hyperspace.

Which incidentally is what I'm doing with no car.
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I built mine with my daughter

 

[Dragoon]

An Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch in Gold might be the perfect pairing for Dark Verdant Emira owners! If only it was a bit more affordable. At least going with the leather strap helps reduce the price a bit.

Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Chronograph Moonshine Gold with Green Dial on Leather - DavidSW

davidsw.com

 

[Time2Fly]

What's 30k for a single watch?

 

[Dragoon]

What's 30k for a single watch?

It looks like a worn leather strap model can be had for sub-$20k...

 

[netsinah]

Pffaff! Why not buy a REAL MOON WATCH in true "he-man metal" (solid gold)...the Omega commemorative 50th anniversary version of the Apollo Speedmaster...the first watch on the moon (lol). A better match for someone like me with a Vivid Red Emira and a mere C$47K for a scratched-up well used one (cheapest):

Omega Speedmaster Apollo for C$46,957 for sale from a Trusted Seller on Chrono24

Omega Speedmaster Listing: C$46,957 Omega Speedmaster Apollo, Reference number 310.60.42.50.99.001; Yellow gold; Manual winding; Condition Good; Watch with o

www.chrono24.ca

or up to C$114K for a new one (most expensive version of this watch I could find w/o searching a ton):

Omega Speedmaster Apollo for C$114,011 for sale from a Seller on Chrono24

Omega Speedmaster Listing: C$114,011 Omega Speedmaster Apollo, Reference number 310.60.42.50.99.001; Yellow gold; Manual winding; Condition New; Watch with or

www.chrono24.ca

OR if neither satisfy you and you want to go "all-out" then there's the Omega Apollo skeleton version for even more (C$168K):

Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 Skeleton 36965081 for C$168,460 for sale from a Trusted Seller on Chrono24

Omega Speedmaster Listing: C$168,460 Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 Skeleton 36965081, Reference number 36965081; Yellow gold; Automatic; Condition Very good; Year 1992; Watch with o

www.chrono24.ca

All of which proves that you can spend totally different amounts on something that does the same function (keeps time)...from a cheap replica for 10 bucks, up to a limited/rare watch with a ton of complications costing millions. Oh to be able to indulge this watch collecting curse and still remain happily married...like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Arnault, Bill Gates, Larry Ellison, or others with unlimited amounts of money...not saying anything about their marriages, since "money isn't everything"; just much of everything (lol; sigh).

 

[Dragoon]

I agree, you NEED that Apollo edition to go with your car! That Skeleton model is a work of art!

 

[Dragoon]

Took the Emira and Air-King to a Formula 1 watch party this AM.

 

[virtualmacho]

Was on the fence between the watch and a Triumph Street Triple 765RS, but decided against both

Went to see the actual watch today. It was heavier than I had expected, but looked very, very nice. Heart vs Brain, the battle contInues...

 

[Beachbum]

My daily is a Marathon CSAR

46mm Jumbo Diver/Pilot's Automatic Chronograph (CSAR) with Stainless S

The 46mm Jumbo Diver/Pilot's Automatic Chronograph (CSAR) is commonly known as the Chronograph Search and Rescue (CSAR) and is the most coveted of our SAR Class. It is considered the "Grail" of our watches and is the perfect choice for those who demand the best in quality and performance.

uk.marathonwatch.com

Its built like a tank and has never let me down. Desperately needs a service, so a trip to Angelsey is required to drop it off with someone I trust
I have this on order

Sinn 903 St HB Navigation Light Blue Limited Edition Set 903.095 Set Watch | Jura Watches

Sinn 903 St HB Navigation Light Blue Limited Edition Set 903.095 Set Watch available to buy online from £3,630.00 with free UK delivery.

www.jurawatches.co.uk

Always liked the Breitling Navitimer, but never knew that Sinn bought the design off them and I have always wanted a Sinn watch