Popular Post GeorgeVilla82 Posted December 26, 2022 VT Supporter Popular Post Share Posted December 26, 2022 Thanks again for all your advice. I’m going to go into the shop to see it when I’m back at work in London in the new year, but think I might go for this one - they’ve reserved no.40 out of the 50 produced for me as it’s for my husband’s belated 40th birthday (a gimmick probably, but thought it was a nice touch). https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product/the-new-bond-street-grand-seiko-light-shadow-spring-drive-sbgy029/ Right, back to trying to stop my children fighting each other over their new toys 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lichfield Dean Posted December 26, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted December 26, 2022 1 hour ago, GeorgeVilla82 said: Thanks again for all your advice. I’m going to go into the shop to see it when I’m back at work in London in the new year, but think I might go for this one - they’ve reserved no.40 out of the 50 produced for me as it’s for my husband’s belated 40th birthday (a gimmick probably, but thought it was a nice touch). https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product/the-new-bond-street-grand-seiko-light-shadow-spring-drive-sbgy029/ Right, back to trying to stop my children fighting each other over their new toys That looks amazing!!! And honestly, Grand Seikos look so much better in real life than in the photos. And the Spring Drive is a marvel of engineering. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beastmix Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 On 26/12/2022 at 14:15, GeorgeVilla82 said: Thanks again for all your advice. I’m going to go into the shop to see it when I’m back at work in London in the new year, but think I might go for this one - they’ve reserved no.40 out of the 50 produced for me as it’s for my husband’s belated 40th birthday (a gimmick probably, but thought it was a nice touch). https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product/the-new-bond-street-grand-seiko-light-shadow-spring-drive-sbgy029/ Right, back to trying to stop my children fighting each other over their new toys I love the Grand Seiko watches. I love the innovation and history of Seiko in general though. The 'snowflake' Grand Seiko looks incredible, as does the one you've linked. The only issue I have with them are the alternatives at this price range, but still, you wear what you love! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy Lifeboats Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 On 26/12/2022 at 14:15, GeorgeVilla82 said: Thanks again for all your advice. I’m going to go into the shop to see it when I’m back at work in London in the new year, but think I might go for this one - they’ve reserved no.40 out of the 50 produced for me as it’s for my husband’s belated 40th birthday (a gimmick probably, but thought it was a nice touch). https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product/the-new-bond-street-grand-seiko-light-shadow-spring-drive-sbgy029/ Nice watch. The limited edition number is a really nice touch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted January 7, 2023 Author Share Posted January 7, 2023 That's an excellent choice, nice one. Love the dial on that, and would go fas ar to say that Grand Seiko are my favourite watch manufacturer at the moment. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post GeorgeVilla82 Posted January 11, 2023 VT Supporter Popular Post Share Posted January 11, 2023 On 26/12/2022 at 14:15, GeorgeVilla82 said: Thanks again for all your advice. I’m going to go into the shop to see it when I’m back at work in London in the new year, but think I might go for this one - they’ve reserved no.40 out of the 50 produced for me as it’s for my husband’s belated 40th birthday (a gimmick probably, but thought it was a nice touch). https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product/the-new-bond-street-grand-seiko-light-shadow-spring-drive-sbgy029/ Right, back to trying to stop my children fighting each other over their new toys Bought the watch yesterday, gave it to him last night and he loves it, which is a relief! Thanks again for all your advice 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 5 hours ago, GeorgeVilla82 said: Bought the watch yesterday, gave it to him last night and he loves it, which is a relief! Thanks again for all your advice (I'd be frightened to wear the **** outside the house) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy Lifeboats Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Advice!!!! I have the chance to get a Bel Canto by Christopher Ward. New. Titanium strap. It's complication is that it actually chimes. Hammers at 6 o'clock hit the chime which runs around the edge. Cost about £3,400. Order now for delivery at Christmas. The last production sold out fast. They were going for £6,000 a few weeks ago. But Christopher Ward has committed to producing as many as they can sell. I just love the chime complication. But have I fallen on love with a novelty that will soon wear off? Is it worth us? Any opinions? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinker Posted January 19, 2023 VT Supporter Share Posted January 19, 2023 6 minutes ago, Mandy Lifeboats said: Advice!!!! I have the chance to get a Bel Canto by Christopher Ward. New. Titanium strap. It's complication is that it actually chimes. Hammers at 6 o'clock hit the chime which runs around the edge. Cost about £3,400. Order now for delivery at Christmas. The last production sold out fast. They were going for £6,000 a few weeks ago. But Christopher Ward has committed to producing as many as they can sell. I just love the chime complication. But have I fallen on love with a novelty that will soon wear off? Is it worth us? Any opinions? You either love or hate a watch like that, if it holds its value and you like it then what's to lose? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy Lifeboats Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 6 minutes ago, tinker said: You either love or hate a watch like that, if it holds its value and you like it then what's to lose? The actual watch face is that tiny circle at 12 o'clock. I love the complication not the watch. But the complication is the watch. It's like supporting Villa. I can see its not perfect but there's just something about it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted January 19, 2023 Author Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 hour ago, Mandy Lifeboats said: Advice!!!! I have the chance to get a Bel Canto by Christopher Ward. New. Titanium strap. It's complication is that it actually chimes. Hammers at 6 o'clock hit the chime which runs around the edge. Cost about £3,400. Order now for delivery at Christmas. The last production sold out fast. They were going for £6,000 a few weeks ago. But Christopher Ward has committed to producing as many as they can sell. I just love the chime complication. But have I fallen on love with a novelty that will soon wear off? Is it worth us? Any opinions? I've got one on order too. I used to have an IWC Minute Repeater and loved it, so the chance to get something similar for a price like that isn't to be missed. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy Lifeboats Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 hour ago, Risso said: I've got one on order too. I used to have an IWC Minute Repeater and loved it, so the chance to get something similar for a price like that isn't to be missed. When I was a child (many years ago) I had a quartz watch that was clockface with a small digital display underneath. It had an hourly electronic chime. It was cutting edge and I enjoyed the envy when my watch chimed on the hour in a quite classroom. But I eventually got bored of the chime and turned it off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferguson1 Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 3 hours ago, Mandy Lifeboats said: Advice!!!! I have the chance to get a Bel Canto by Christopher Ward. New. Titanium strap. It's complication is that it actually chimes. Hammers at 6 o'clock hit the chime which runs around the edge. Cost about £3,400. Order now for delivery at Christmas. The last production sold out fast. They were going for £6,000 a few weeks ago. But Christopher Ward has committed to producing as many as they can sell. I just love the chime complication. But have I fallen on love with a novelty that will soon wear off? Is it worth us? Any opinions? It’s honestly not for me mate just from first look, but a watch as you know is very much personal taste. It sounds like a very decent deal though and hadn’t ever looked into Christopher Ward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted January 19, 2023 Author Share Posted January 19, 2023 I've gone for this one: 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post imavillan Posted February 3, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 13/07/2022 at 19:38, imavillan said: So went to the AD today for our appointment and here it is, such a thing of beauty... me and Mrs imavillan are well happy chatting to the assistant in the AD and now as i have a buying history it's definitely bumped me up the list all being well it will be me getting the call next year. . Well, after being on the list for a year and having bought one in July i've had the call. I had three watches on my preferred list but picked this under rated beauty up just before Christmas. My first preference was a GMT, but the more i look at and wear this i love it more and more. Well happy. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreveryoung Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 1 hour ago, imavillan said: Well, after being on the list for a year and having bought one in July i've had the call. I had three watches on my preferred list but picked this under rated beauty up just before Christmas. My first preference was a GMT, but the more i look at and wear this i love it more and more. Well happy. What cost of living crisis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imavillan Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 14 minutes ago, foreveryoung said: What cost of living crisis. there's no pockets in shrouds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpTheVilla26 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 I love watches, I've got about 10, but bloody hell, I'd not even pay over a £100 for mine and you guys are forking out thousands I know they are an investment but I'd be scared to wear the thing. My most expensive watch is an all black MVMT thing and when I wear it, I'm constantly checking my wrist to make sure it ain't fallen off and it only cost me £89 I'll stick to my Sekonda's and the like, my wife would divorce, probably end my life, if I spent 3k on a watch!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imavillan Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 14 minutes ago, UpTheVilla26 said: I love watches, I've got about 10, but bloody hell, I'd not even pay over a £100 for mine and you guys are forking out thousands I know they are an investment but I'd be scared to wear the thing. My most expensive watch is an all black MVMT thing and when I wear it, I'm constantly checking my wrist to make sure it ain't fallen off and it only cost me £89 I'll stick to my Sekonda's and the like, my wife would divorce, probably end my life, if I spent 3k on a watch!! Understand where you are coming from. I Love watches too. I have an original Omega Seamaster dated 2001. Purchased with a first ever bonus from work. For ages i had a few replicas/fakes/snides of Rolex and Panerai. I worked in China so i was able to pick them up on the cheap. Now, I'm just lucky enough to be in a position where i can now have the real thing. My thinking is, i love the watches/brand, I've recently had a bereavement of a close family member so it gives you a reality check, i'm only on the planet once so i may as well enjoy it. I must admit though, i am very selective as to when and where i wear it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tayls Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, UpTheVilla26 said: I love watches, I've got about 10, but bloody hell, I'd not even pay over a £100 for mine and you guys are forking out thousands I know they are an investment but I'd be scared to wear the thing. My most expensive watch is an all black MVMT thing and when I wear it, I'm constantly checking my wrist to make sure it ain't fallen off and it only cost me £89 I'll stick to my Sekonda's and the like, my wife would divorce, probably end my life, if I spent 3k on a watch!! Easy - treat yourself… and don’t tell her! Or sell some of your other ten and say selling those paid for the new one… Edited February 3, 2023 by Tayls 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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