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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. zygomatic

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    Chris,

    Can you give us non-experts a quick primer on what's wrong (and what you most commonly see).
     
  2. psorella

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    #3052 psorella, Jun 4, 2010
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    Is the Road Warrior watch with bracelet/ black face still available ?

    psorella
     
  3. VTChris

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    I have the black with the Orange markers in stock. That's the last Road Warrior I have.
    It's on a bracelet
     
  4. VTChris

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    It's all in the details and more noticeable in person than in photos.
    hands, markings, dial print, none of it is correct, but close.
    It's getting more scary every year.

    I will try to find a web page that has all the details on the fakes already categorized and pictured.

    someone has to have it documented to a certain extent.
    I will post it when I find it
     
  5. dcghostrider

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    #3055 dcghostrider, Jun 4, 2010
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    hit the stores could be the first clue, the bracelet is horrible and the new GMT maxi bezel will not fit the sub in case that's what was told to the buyer.



     
  6. PAP 348

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    Wow!! Sorry to hear he got ripped off. :(:(
     
  7. VTChris

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    #3058 VTChris, Jun 7, 2010
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    Number 031 of 333
    Swiss Army Mach VI Power Gauge
    $3399

    Swiss-made self-winding, Chronograph movement Valjoux 7750 Additional complication with a power-reserve indicator mechanism
    45mm stainless steel case with Ice Black PVD coating See-through screw-in mineral crystal exhibition caseback,
    Water resistant to 100M (10ATM, 330 FT) Triple-coated scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, Screw-down crown
    Black dial with Black Ice PVD coated hands,
    luminous numbers and details Black soft leather with deployant clasp, SAF logo on PVD-coated buckle
    Special Collector's Box Packaging Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
    333 timepieces issued worldwide


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  8. Lemke

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    Now that is a good looking watch. WAY out of my price range though.
     
  9. Mondog1

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    agree it's a nice watch, BUT it has a leather band. I'm a metal band fan.
     
  10. Giovanni_P

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    Man, I do like the looks of that Swiss Army watch. But does anyone besides me think that a $3k watch is a bit of a stretch for the Swiss Army brand? That puts you solidly into waters prowled by Omegas, Breitlings, and some other Swiss heavy hitters with much more prestigious labels- heck, you could pick up a nice used Explorer II for that sort of money.

    Gio_P
     
  11. VTChris

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    Many people think exactly that. But they make so few of the Limited Edition watches that they sell out EVERY year.

    This $3995 Mach VI sold out too. And fairly quickly. I sold quite a few and there were 20 in my state, 333 worldwide.

    I have never had a problem moving their Limited Editions. From the Ambassadors, to the Airboss, to the Divemaster, to the Infantry. All sold fast
    http://www.swissarmy.com/timepieces/Pages/SubCategory.aspx?category=retiredlimitededitions&

    the only one that didn't move was the $20k platinum Ltd. They got a little carried away with that one :)
    http://www.swissarmy.com/Timepieces/Pages/Product.aspx?category=limitededitions&product=241086&
     
  12. bpu699

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    Wow... thats a pretty good replica... It has the laser engraving on the inside bezel, etc! I love my GMT with the ceramic bezel, and am wearing it daily. It does tend to get scratched up. I have a fake ( "tribute" model ;) ) from 20 years ago of a Submariner, and even then the work on it was fabulous. Its the right weight, has a movement with the right speed, etc. Honestly, you can get an imitation that is 98% accurate, for $400. Its nice having the real thing, but it kills me that the taxi driver has a model 98% accuarate for 1/20 the cost...
     
  13. VTChris

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  14. HOF Ferrari

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    #3066 HOF Ferrari, Jun 12, 2010
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    Chris, How much for the Mens watch in the middle left, the Eliro, I believe
     
  15. VTChris

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  16. ChunkyMonkey

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    Hey Chris...I'm looking for something I can wear on duty that isn't too extreme where I'm scared if it tapped something but not so simple that it belongs on Mickey Mouse's wrist instead. A lot of the other officers wear the Luminox line, I like them, but as usual want something different but not out of line...
    I do like this one though
    Luminox Evo Navy Seal Blackout 3051BO

    Something similar from any other manufacturers? Or combo digital/skeleton style? My wife about had a cow when I was wearing my Citizen Calibre 2100 Titanium Chronograph and put a rowdy gouge in it with my cuffs during a fight, but thankfully repaired, lol.

    Any suggestions?
     
  17. VTChris

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    #3069 VTChris, Jun 14, 2010
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    3051BO is a great choice and is probably the most popular Luminox piece I have seen in over 10 years.

    I have been sold out of them for about a month.
    I should have 12 by the end of the week.
    I also have the PVD version coming in. It is pre-owned but like new. I should have that tomorrow on trade.
    List on that is $850, I will be aggressive on the pricing
    Its the 6400 series
    http://www.valenciatimecenter.com/product_info.php?cPath=90&products_id=1295



    Black PVD plated stainless steel case
    • Case Diameter – 45 mm
    • Unidirectional stainless steel ratcheting bezel
    • Black PVD plated stainless steel screw in case back
    • A/R coated sapphire crystal
    • Double gasket screw down crown
    • Water Resistance – 200M
    • Multi-jewel Swiss quartz movement
    • Battery Life (months) – 120
    • End of Life (EOL)-N
    • Stainless Steel PVD coated solid steel bracelet with fold over security clasp
    • Lug Width-23 mm
    Luminox Evo F117 Nighthawk Blackout 6402

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  18. ChunkyMonkey

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  19. VTChris

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    #3071 VTChris, Jun 14, 2010
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    #3072 .:bigred12, Jun 14, 2010
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    One of my favorites

    My high school graduation gift from my parents, a Tsovet

    All their stuff is around $500

    Here's a stock photo of mine
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  21. Bdel

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    nice looking watch, sorta reminds me of a panerai
     
  22. VTChris

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    COOL NEW stuff coming up later.

    NOBODY has it :)

    Affordable, both dress and sport models.
     
  23. ChunkyMonkey

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    omg....i want i want i want...lol....I definitely know I can't wear that one to work, lol....btw, the link of the watch I sent you, is that able to be ordered? I understand if it'll be a while to receive if even possible. But would prefer to buy from a supporter here than a stranger.
     

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