| Author | Message | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 460 Registered: 7-2001 |
I took the advice Chris gave and found a site that has GP Ferrari Replicas in just about every style and color. All for $100 or less. I might have to get one or two at that price, who cares if they're fake. | ||
| 89TCab (Jmg)
Junior Member Username: Jmg Post Number: 221 Registered: 9-2001 |
Hi Jack, I like the new Senna as well - especially the chrono style - but haven't felt the need to add another to the collection...too many as it is now. One thing missing on the new one that I really like is the visible SS on the link... | ||
| Frederick Thomas (Fred)
Member Username: Fred Post Number: 488 Registered: 2-2001 |
Wow Frank! As a watch lover my self I must say that is an impressive collection. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 921 Registered: 9-2001 |
I have a, Rolex submariner, Cartier Ferrari signature watch, Omega Speedmaster, 1934 18kt gold Longine dress watch, an off brand Ferrari watch with a face that looks like a 328 speedometer, TAG Diver, Whitmire dress watch and a few more that I can't recall right now. I love automatic watches and buy them when I see one I like. My next purchase will be a Breitling Navitimer. | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Junior Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 91 Registered: 5-2001 |
Bill, A LOT of searching on the internet! Usually an extensive search for high end replicas on Alta Vista is pretty fruitful. I've been burned twice and had some friends who got burned as well, so it's always a bit of a risk. These businesses seem pretty fly by night and some seem to have better contacts than others. Price is a pretty good indicator of quality -try to find the Swiss or Japanese replicas as they are usually pretty good. On some of the nicer pieces, I was there at the right time. My friends and father tried to order the Daytonas after me and the site's been shut down for months. Best of luck. | ||
| Bill Sawyer (Wsawyer)
Junior Member Username: Wsawyer Post Number: 200 Registered: 2-2002 |
Chris: Where do you find them? | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Junior Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 90 Registered: 5-2001 |
Watches are another one of my passions. Driving and great watches just go together! Ever notice all the great timepieces on the wrists of all the F1 drivers and team bosses? My eye is always drawn towards a great timepiece on someone's wrist -I'll often notice them in celebrity interviews, etc. At this stage in life, I'd rather have a lot of high end replicas that I like and enjoy as opposed to one or two real ones. The most I've paid were $700 each for a couple really nice Rolex Daytona replicas (each came with the Rolex box, paperwork, and swiss tags!) In addition I've got a black Heuer Monaco, a black Breitling Navitimer, An black & steel Omega Speedmaster, a black/steel Rolex Submariner, a black and gold Heuer racing chrono, two Breitling Chronomats - one white w/burnt orange straps, one blue with burnt orange straps, a beautiful black on black Breguet chrono dress watch, the red & black Ferrari GP chrono, and just adding a yellow and black Ferrari GP chrono. I've got a half dozen others that I don't wear too often. I took a lot of time to find really nice replicas that often fool jewelers and cost a lot more than most, but I really get a lot of enjoyment out of them, and a lot of complements too! Looking forward to when I can afford the real thing, but for now I'm happy. Ever see the white face, gold bezel and burnt orange leather straps Concord Impresario? Gorgeous piece, but between 6-9K. Best, ~C | ||
| Nunja Bitness (Jaxfl)
Junior Member Username: Jaxfl Post Number: 54 Registered: 11-2001 |
I have a Tag Heuer link series watch with a white face. I don't see a matching item number listed on the site so I'm not sure what exact sub-model it is. I love how heavy it is. | ||
| Norman Aiello (Aiello)
New member Username: Aiello Post Number: 3 Registered: 1-2002 |
I have a TAG Kirium F1 ... really understated, chrono, timer, alarm (perpetual). I'm constantly getting complements. Wouldn't leave home with out it - though I am looking at others. | ||
| Jack (Gilles27)
Member Username: Gilles27 Post Number: 311 Registered: 3-2002 |
JMG--I remember wanting to buy that watch when it came out, and for whatever reason, I didn't. I've always regretted that, and for Christmas this past year, my fiance surprised me with one of the new Senna watches. I like it just as much. | ||
| JP Lavigne (Jpl)
New member Username: Jpl Post Number: 32 Registered: 12-2001 |
I have 2 of the GP F watches. THe first was the President Model made back in 94 or so and the second is a Phil Hill Model. No 118 of 200. Both are trouble free. | ||
| Steven R. Rochlin (Enjoythemusic)
New member Username: Enjoythemusic Post Number: 13 Registered: 4-2002 |
Wow, quit a bit of great watches guys! May i simply say "a few Pateks" and leave it at that? Glad to know there is more to life that red cars ;-) Thanks. Enjoy the Music, Steven R. Rochlin http://www.EnjoyTheMusic.com | ||
| 89TCab (Jmg)
Junior Member Username: Jmg Post Number: 220 Registered: 9-2001 |
I have the limited edition Tag Senna F1 that was released in 94...happened to be in Brazil when it came out and picked it up. My favorite and one taht I will pass down to my kids when the time comes... | ||
| Kelly J. Vince (Tifosi1)
Junior Member Username: Tifosi1 Post Number: 234 Registered: 2-2002 |
I love my TAG F1. The red matches the car. | ||
| magoo (Magoo)
Advanced Member Username: Magoo Post Number: 2763 Registered: 2-2001 |
I have the Rolex Submariner Stainless and Gold with the Blue Dial and Blue Bezel. Never had a watch I liked so well. | ||
| Dave Wapinski (Davewapinski)
Junior Member Username: Davewapinski Post Number: 184 Registered: 8-2001 |
Send me info on the Ferrari watches also. | ||
| Frederick Thomas (Fred)
Member Username: Fred Post Number: 464 Registered: 2-2001 |
I love watches,I have 12 of them. My two favorites are an Omega seamaster and a Tag-heuer kirium. I also have a few Swiss army watches which I think is a great watch for the money. | ||
| Andrew (Mrrou)
Member Username: Mrrou Post Number: 286 Registered: 3-2002 |
i went to thugfashion anbd all i saw under the watch section were those ghetto-fabulous geneve watches with diamonds all around them that u see the teen guys wear, there like $50 a very nice website though..was impressed | ||
| Andrew (Mrrou)
Member Username: Mrrou Post Number: 285 Registered: 3-2002 |
i have a tag heuer automatic chronometer.. link series with a blue dial..absolutly georgous..the face is scrath proof..the bracelet is full of scratches but when your in a highlight area with a certain kind of light the watch lights up..it glows..almost like chrome of some kind is inside the face..a nice watch | ||
| Stephen Patterson (Srpatterson)
Junior Member Username: Srpatterson Post Number: 155 Registered: 11-2001 |
Ed, My father still wears his Bulova Accutron every day. He got it early, around 1965 from an uncle who was a jeweler. At the time I don't think they were making them with the clear face for the public, but as my dad is an engineer, he just had to have one. I remember being fascinated by the sound of the tuning forks. They are very cool watches. | ||
| wm hart (Whart)
Member Username: Whart Post Number: 281 Registered: 12-2001 |
More interesting to me are the "dashwatch" sets that were made by Heur (pre-Tag) that consisted of a watch and a stopwatch mounted to a metal plate for mounting in the car. ChronoSwiss make a new set which retails in the 4k neighborhood, but i would like older ones, yet rarely see them offered. Anybody help? | ||
| J. Grande (Jay)
Member Username: Jay Post Number: 362 Registered: 10-2001 |
James, I know what you mean about the Rolex! I also sent my Oyster Perpetual in for cleaning and it cost me $150 Canadian, I guess I shouldn't complain! I'd love to get a knock off GP send me the address!  | ||
| Kendall Kim (Kenny)
New member Username: Kenny Post Number: 27 Registered: 9-2001 |
I own the Omega Speedmaster Schumacher edition that commemorated when Schuey signed with Ferrari back in 1996.. It has a red face, black bezel and yellow hands on the chronograph.. It came in this cool holder in the shape of 2 F1 tires with real rubber.. A few years back, I had an opportunity to purchase a second hand Girard Perregaux Ferrari watch that was never worn for $2300 which unfortunately I had to pass on, really wish I had bought it.. -) | ||
| Edward Gault (Irfgt)
Intermediate Member Username: Irfgt Post Number: 1378 Registered: 2-2001 |
I have an original Bulova Accutron Spaceview with the tuning fork movement. Purchased it new in 1969 and still runs like new. Just purchased the new Accutron Spaceview with the generator built in. One of only 500 made. I love watches, especially unusual ones regardless of price. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 422 Registered: 7-2001 |
Check out Yahoo auctions. There used to be a guy there selling fake GP's for about $80. | ||
| Kenny Herman (Kennyh)
Junior Member Username: Kennyh Post Number: 246 Registered: 8-2001 |
I have searched through basically all of my computer- and the place that I got it from turned into a site by the name of "ThugFashion.com" - they sell "Bling Bling" watches now-a-days... If you want what they describe as "iced out" watches, thats the site. Enjoy. Sorry guys. | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Junior Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 79 Registered: 5-2001 |
Kenny, I have a similar GP high end replica (in addition to many others). Mines the stainless steel bezel, a red face with a silver prancing horse at the top, black chronos, and really nice cross hatched black leather bands. Love breaking it out on occasion when it goes with what I'm wearing. | ||
| Kenny Herman (Kennyh)
Junior Member Username: Kennyh Post Number: 245 Registered: 8-2001 |
I have an amazing Girard Perregaux knock-off, the dealer couldn't even tell the difference. I think it cost me something around 75... It looks to have a black carbon fiber face. If you guys are interested in the sort, email me and I will tell you where to get it. | ||
| Charles T (Charles)
Junior Member Username: Charles Post Number: 67 Registered: 2-2001 |
Love watches... - Breitling Chronometer (wanted something other than Rolex) - 1945 Universal Geneve (from my father) - Swiss Army (for hacking around) | ||
| martin J weiner,M.D. (Mw360)
Member Username: Mw360 Post Number: 395 Registered: 5-2001 |
Anyone interested in buying Ferrari watches of all types call Fred Repass at 404-261-5645. Bought a gorgeous "Ferrari Formula" red faced Cartier made for ferrari chronograph which I love. (He's a lovely guy) | ||
| ross koller (Ross)
Junior Member Username: Ross Post Number: 73 Registered: 3-2002 |
i love watches as well. i wear the omega speedmaster automatic which is the one they advertise as 'michael schumacher's choice'(even though i bought it before he did !). its a great watch, looks good and is more subtle than the equivalent cost rolex. i like it that it gives you the month, date, and day of the week; great for when i'm on vacation and forget what day it is...... | ||
| James Dixon (Omnadren250)
Junior Member Username: Omnadren250 Post Number: 194 Registered: 7-2001 |
When my grandpa passed away last year, I inherited 3 watches from him. 1)A 25 year old omega speedmaster moon watch, that you have to manually wind up everyday. 2)A 20 year old Rolex sea-dweller automatic 3)A newer Rolex Explorer on a leather strap which I will wear with a suit when I start working. I think they are a great item to pass down. I can still remember being 4 or 5 years old and sitting on my grandads lap, winding up his watch for him. The only problem is, when I took to get one of the Rolex watches cleaned, it cost $350!!!!! They must be taking some buisness tips from Ferrari on their service practices. | ||
| Willis Huang (Willis360)
Member Username: Willis360 Post Number: 687 Registered: 8-2001 |
Same here. I just marvel at the engineering involved in putting together a fine watch or clock. Never liked to wear watches though. | ||
| Mr. Doody (Doody)
Junior Member Username: Doody Post Number: 183 Registered: 11-2001 |
andrew - they vary in price by model, and there seem to be a lot of different models over many different years. there seems to be a set of F50 watches that each list for about the price of a 355 :-) i love the abstract concept of watches (the beauty, the materials, the engineering) but i just really dislike wearing any type of jewelry, watches, or the like. i take my wedding ring off all the time (work, home, restaurants, etc.) - somehow i've managed not to lose it :-) doody. | ||
| Mark (Markg)
Junior Member Username: Markg Post Number: 197 Registered: 2-2001 |
I just have a simple Rolex Oyster perpetual stainless | ||
| Nika (Racernika)
Member Username: Racernika Post Number: 555 Registered: 12-2001 |
I have the (Mens) Ferrari stainless steel band and the Ferrari titanium face/carbon fiber face plate one. Love them both. | ||
| Andrew (Mrrou)
Member Username: Mrrou Post Number: 265 Registered: 3-2002 |
arent ehy like 8 grand or something | ||
| Ron Thomas (Ronsupercar)
New member Username: Ronsupercar Post Number: 39 Registered: 5-2002 |
How many of you F-car owners have a Girard Perregaux "F" edition Time Piece. |