mhr1961 Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 Let me know how you make out , also wondering how thick are these watches as I really don`t like a thick heavy watch. The Shelby Capeland is round and is 44mm in diameter, thickness is 14.9. I don't have a large wrist and typically prefer 37 to 42 mm watches. The Shelby Capeland is rounded around the diameter so it doesn't look overly large. I am glad they didn't make it any larger because I wont buy anything 45mm and larger because that is not a watch, that is a clock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cali_KR Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 I've had a watch fetish myself over the years. I've seen the B&M up close, and it really is a handsome timepiece. As a young lad growing up in western Canada, beside the obvious (ice hockey), when I watched sports, it was F1 or downhill skiing, and the "Official Timing" was Tag Heuer. That always stuck with me, and when I was in my early 30's and could afford a special timepiece, I bought a Tag Professional 2000 (at Costco of all places) for the princely sum of $445.00 It was my daily beater for year, and now my son has it. Since then, I've acquired a few others. (in no particular order, here they are) Heuer Carrera (re-edition, manual wind) Heuer Monza (re-edition, manual wind) Tag Kirium Titanium (bought by Mmcguirk for his sons grad) Tag Link (Tiger Woods edition) Tag Carrera calibre 16 Tag Monaco (Gulf Oil edition, rare and sought after, and tied for my favorite) The other one that's tied for my fav, is my 1967 vintage Breitling Navitimer I'd like to get a Rolex Daytona, st.st. white face...as well as the new Baume & Mercier (but I'm resisting both) The Tag effect has rolled over into both wife and daughter as well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Just an FYI B&M is known to go for 50% off, do not pay MSRP for that watch. They are good watches, but should be in the $2K price range. Just my 2 cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I love the stories guys......... Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springer Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Watch collecting...now that's a great hobby, I've been collecting for over 30 years and still have the passion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Johnston Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 The problem is that at this later time in my life I can afford the special watches of choice, but I can't read the dials! I have no clue as to the date, chronograph markers and dials, etc. But my wrist always looks better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 The problem is that at this later time in my life I can afford the special watches of choice, but I can't read the dials! I have no clue as to the date, chronograph markers and dials, etc. But my wrist always looks better. WTH....I dont wear 'em for the time nor the date.....hell I don't even bother setting the day/date on ANY of them! They're just whoolery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Watch collecting...now that's a great hobby, I've been collecting for over 30 years and still have the passion. Cool photo op there with your dashplaqe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_GT350 Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Cool photo op there with your dashplaqe! I should try that..... wait a minute I can't... my watch and my camera are the same object as my cell phone..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I should try that..... wait a minute I can't... my watch and my camera are the same object as my cell phone..... And Lord knows you cant work that phone!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helge Ruchelski Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 My Wife bought me this one a few years back....Black and Gold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 My Wife bought me this one a few years back....Black and Gold. Radowatch.png That's interesting...... I sorta like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helge Ruchelski Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I just paid for the B&M!!! I'll be picking it up in Vegas on the 9th. WooHoo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I just paid for the B&M!!! I'll be picking it up in Vegas on the 9th. WooHoo! watch.jpg CONGRATS!!! You guys are killing me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Johnston Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Like most people, I have tried on relying on my smart phone for checking the time and date, but the wrist strap kept breaking and I couldn't get to my keys in my pants pocket. So now I collect watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Helge Ruchelski Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Very cool video!! Thanks for that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhr1961 Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springer Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 (edited) Here's a shot of my super rare, 1970 Heuer Monaco, a classic chronograph, which is the same watch worn by Steve McQueen in LeMans. Also included is a photo with some of the vintage Rolex GMT-MASTERs in my collection. Edited October 30, 2015 by springer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnakeEater Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I have a Zodiac Chronograph 4655 702 which was presented to me decades ago upon Army Special Forces qualification... I was told that the workings are the same as the early Rolex's. I never wear it much... too big and shiny!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I love all kinds of different watches...I have a few not as many as some on here but have my share. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cali_KR Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Just an FYI B&M is known to go for 50% off, do not pay MSRP for that watch. They are good watches, but should be in the $2K price range. Just my 2 cents. Yup, Most retailers will go 30% off just with a little negotiating. I've got a guy I've been working with for well over a decade. Jason @ Simpsons Jewelers in Brooklyn. 40% any watch automatically (except Rolex) , then sends it UPS RED (overnight), and because I'm out of state, no sales tax... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helge Ruchelski Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 (edited) I don't think that's the case with collector watches like this one. I have often received 30% or more off watches, but never that much on limited editions... Edited October 30, 2015 by 06H275 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Johnston Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Tip: The best place to keep all the self winding watches is in a box in the trunk of your Shelby. Then you will have to use your Shelby as a daily driver to keep the wrist wear fully wound. Be sure to take some winding back roads instead of the highway on your way home from work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Greenwell Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 (edited) I find myself watching the Invicta Watch sales on TV and have purchased several, yes I have the 8 slot free dive case. I really like the styles and price points. gg Edited October 31, 2015 by TAPD117 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Here's a shot of my super rare, 1970 Heuer Monaco, a classic chronograph, which is the same watch worn by Steve McQueen in LeMans. Also included is a photo with some of the vintage Rolex GMT-MASTERs in my collection. Very cool man! I LOVE the Pepsi bezels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 I have a Zodiac Chronograph 4655 702 which was presented to me decades ago upon Army Special Forces qualification... I was told that the workings are the same as the early Rolex's. I never wear it much... too big and shiny!! Any pics?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted October 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Tip: The best place to keep all the self winding watches is in a box in the trunk of your Shelby. Then you will have to use your Shelby as a daily driver to keep the wrist wear fully wound. Be sure to take some winding back roads instead of the highway on your way home from work. How many of you guys have automatic winders? I was thinking of getting one, but with so many autos, which ones do you put in it for the long haul? The damn things are spendy too! I can't see buying several of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 I find myself watching the Invicta Watch sales on TV and have purchased several, yes I have the 8 slot free dive case. I really like the styles and price points. gg I have 3 Invictas and really like them IMO they are some of the best looking watches out there and for a reasonable price...I use one of my Invictas boating and have had it in salt water quite a bit with no issues...I also have a Burgmeister that I really like........the two watches that mean the most to me are my now long passed away both Grandfathers watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knapper Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 I have a Breitling, Tag, Seiko ( of course), no Rolex...but my favorite is my Hamilton. Very interesting parallel to cars. I think the Ferrari, and other exotics are great, but wouldn't want own one...too pretentious. I have a Yukon that is as dependable as my Seiko. My 07 Shelby is like my Breitling... Probably not appreciated for what it is unless you know what you are looking at. And my dream is to get a 67 Shelby... Like my Hamilton, it's just classic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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