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VTC....The Affordable watch thread

Discussion in 'Fine Watches, Jewelry, & Clothes' started by VTChris, Jan 19, 2008.

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  1. VTChris

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    #2251 VTChris, May 9, 2009
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    Just in on trade. This is a BRAND NEW Invicta Millenium Limited Edition

    Box (inner and outer), papers, everything. Watch is still plastic wrapped.

    Bezel insert is solid 18kt gold.
    Limited to 500 units
    Cert of Authenticity
    Warranty card
    2 tone braclet
    40mm case
    300m Water resistant
    SWISS MADE
    And it glows very well!

    Cool box too!

    http://www.valenciatimecenter.com/product_info.php?products_id=945



    There is only one other watch like this I could find. It's on Ebay for $995

    $899 buys this one :)
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  2. VTChris

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    #2252 VTChris, May 9, 2009
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    #2253 VTChris, May 9, 2009
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  4. JCW Driver

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    What are some of the pilot style watches in the first display pic? High end IWC? Affordable Debaufre? Just curious...
     
  5. Moving Chicane

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    Chris - Under the glass in the picture with your "no brainer of the day," there are some Luminox's. When are they going on special in this thread (Luminox EVO Navy SEAL Colormark with green specifically)? :D
     
  6. TestShoot

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    The guys out at the desert warfare training center wear trasers, not luminox, but they are pretty watches to play 'dress up' in lol
     
  7. Moving Chicane

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    If I was playing dress up, I'd probably wear one of my IWC's; and if I was in the desert probably my ancient Casio G-Shock. LOL!
     
  8. VTChris

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    #2258 VTChris, May 12, 2009
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    I will THROW in a Wolf Designs single 1.5 Winder with the purchase of this INVICTA if purchased TODAY!!!!

    And your choice of Black or Brown! (we no longer carry the tan one in the pic)

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  9. VTChris

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    Gonna post a watch here shortly, it's very hard to get a hold of, it's New, Swiss and under $1000 :)
     
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    #2260 VTChris, May 12, 2009
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    I have yet to see any live photos of this gorgeous watch....
    So here ya go!

    We are pleased to present the:

    Victorinox Infantry JUBILEE EDITION!

    $950
    Very Limited Supply
    44mm of Awesomeness! :D :D
    Double deploy buckle too
    Cool khaki color dial

    Easy decision ;)

    http://www.valenciatimecenter.com/product_info.php?products_id=877

    I don't see these sticking around for long


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  11. Pcar928fan

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    LOVE the glow on that watch! Very nice!
     
  12. VTChris

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    ON HOLD
    out for a look :)
     
  13. VTChris

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    #2263 VTChris, May 12, 2009
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    STILL HAVE IT! And the day is almost DONE :D :D

    Someone buy this thing

    Watch Winder included too... :( Hmmmmmmm


    Don't make me throw in another hug from Darth550!!!!! :D :D

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  14. VTChris

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    SOLD
     
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    #2266 VTChris, May 13, 2009
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    Had a Great day today! Talked to several members from Fchat.

    ALL SUPER PEOPLE! Really! Thanks!
    It's days like today that make some other days disappear from memory.

    Took in some trades :)

    Here is one of em...not for sale yet.
    I had this EXACT watch 10 years ago. The Chronomat Vitesse! In this exact combo.
    SS Pilot bracelet
    Blue dial
    Gold arabics
    Silver bezel w gold rider tabs
    Might keep it for a while, but here are some pics

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  17. VTChris

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    #2267 VTChris, May 13, 2009
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    #2268 enzo thecat, May 13, 2009
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    Its very thin, so I'd guess Patek. But there is no Geneva seal on the movement. Plus the crown wouldn't be correct. Manual winder......Hum... Gruen would be my guess
     
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    #2269 Asian1118, May 13, 2009
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    longines is my guess.
    After looking at some pictures of their mov'ts I have my doubts. This is tough.
     
  20. Lemke

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    I have no idea what watch that is, but just how thin is it?
     
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    #2272 ylshih, May 14, 2009
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    The base movement was something apparently developed by Audemars Piguet as the Cal 2003 and VC as the Cal 1003. JLC (Cal 849) and Patek Phillipe (Cal 175) also made or had derivative movements, but they were 18 or 19 jewels and slightly thinner than the original. However, there are slight differences in the bridge shapes, and other small things, from pics I found; further all these mfrs would have a lot more engraving and finishing on movements with their brand on it, so probably not them.

    I did find what appears a pretty good match to the movement, as far as bridge shapes and similar finish level, but not exactly the same engraving, marked as a Bueche-Girod (JD-211). See pic 1 compared to pic 2 (dupe of VTC's photo). It's possible that another watchmaker also used the same movement and marked it slightly differently, since it seems to have been one of the 2 or 3 popular thin movement bases, but I can't pin it down any further.
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  23. VTChris

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    #2273 VTChris, May 14, 2009
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    Yin!

    I am IMPRESSED! Let me know where you want the free stuff sent. :)

    T-shirt, Hat, etc... If you don't like em, give em to GCalo or something :D
     
  25. VTChris

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    #2275 VTChris, May 14, 2009
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    Only have two left. Let me know :)

    http://www.swissarmy.com/Timepieces/Pages/Product.aspx?category=125th+anniversary+collection+-+timepieces&product=241328&
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