watches....to dream on for

[Phoenix]

On 15/09/2018 at 11:46, Phoenix said:

Yes, I've already spotted a specialist in Bath, the name escapes me, but I sent some pictures by email and I got a response basically saying the same, namely, sell 'as is'" but it's probably only worth a few hundred"! Phew!

 

On 15/09/2018 at 13:13, steve brummie said:

Better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick anyway!

Steve, You remember the old, damaged Rudall and Rose flute which I sent to auction? They listed it at £200-£400, with a reserve of £160.

Well, the Auction was today. Here's the result from their site.

https://screenshots.firefox.com/KMm7ALE3Sx6S0zMo/bid.gardinerhoulgate.co.uk

She who must be obeyed insisted I bought a lottery ticket for tonight.

Edited December 14, 2018 by Phoenix

[mozza]

52 minutes ago, Phoenix said:

 

Steve, You remember the old, damaged Rudall and Rose flute which I sent to auction? They listed it at £200-£400, with a reserve of £160.

Well, the Auction was today. Here's the result from their site.

https://screenshots.firefox.com/KMm7ALE3Sx6S0zMo/bid.gardinerhoulgate.co.uk

She who must be obeyed insisted I bought a lottery ticket for tonight.

 

Result!, Congratulations. ?

[Phoenix]

Thanks. The only downside is the fees payable of £192.

The Buyer's premium would be £252, assuming he/she was at the auction, otherwise, even more, so a total cost to the buyer of at least £1302.

When you add in the buyers premium the autioneers cream off a total of £444. Mind you, I'm not complaining. Without them it would probably have ended up in landfill.

[Rev]

It's my lads 21st next year, and I've got it in mind to buy him a watch from the year of his birth.

Is that a good idea, obviously I'd like him to treasure it and look after it for evermore, but would it be better to get him a brand new watch at a similar price point?

The following is an example of the price point I'm looking at, give or take a few quid.

https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Speedmaster Date/3513.30.00/5693/item/96877

[Day]

39 minutes ago, reveldevil said:

It's my lads 21st next year, and I've got it in mind to buy him a watch from the year of his birth.

Is that a good idea, obviously I'd like him to treasure it and look after it for evermore, but would it be better to get him a brand new watch at a similar price point?

The following is an example of the price point I'm looking at, give or take a few quid.

https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Speedmaster Date/3513.30.00/5693/item/96877

Think you need to figure out his tastes, what he’s into, silver, gold, rubber or links. I look at some in here and think they look bloody awful. 

Angry’s latest purchase whilst a quality time piece without a doubt, would likely remain in the box never worn if I opened it as a present. 

Most of Cisse’s purchases look like they belong on a female arm. 

The one you linked to, looks a tad bland/boring and perhaps suited to an older arm.

When spending over a grand on a watch, need to get that one right. 

[Rev]

28 minutes ago, David said:

Think you need to figure out his tastes, what he’s into, silver, gold, rubber or links. I look at some in here and think they look bloody awful. 

Angry’s latest purchase whilst a quality time piece without a doubt, would likely remain in the box never worn if I opened it as a present. 

Most of Cisse’s purchases look like they belong on a female arm. 

The one you linked to, looks a tad bland/boring and perhaps suited to an older arm.

When spending over a grand on a watch, need to get that one right. 

Good points. 

As you point out, as a young man I'd like him to love the watch from the off, rather than appreciate it in time.

I got a grandfather clock for my 21st, I kid you not.

I'm now 42 and still don't see it going on display anytime soon, so I see your point.

[Angry Ram]

43 minutes ago, David said:

Think you need to figure out his tastes, what he’s into, silver, gold, rubber or links. I look at some in here and think they look bloody awful. 

Angry’s latest purchase whilst a quality time piece without a doubt, would likely remain in the box never worn if I opened it as a present. 

Most of Cisse’s purchases look like they belong on a female arm. 

The one you linked to, looks a tad bland/boring and perhaps suited to an older arm.

When spending over a grand on a watch, need to get that one right. 

One for you. 

 

[Day]

1 minute ago, Angry Ram said:

One for you. 

 

Ha, I’ve still got my Tag Carrera Calibre 01! 

Wasn’t looking to upset/wind you up on your Brietling, just the latest to be posted in this topic. Every watch will float different boats, that’s my point. 

When spending a shed load on a watch as a present, have to make sure you get the style nailed to to avoid those awkward, not seen you wear your watch for a while conversations. 

Giver feels awful they got it wrong, the reciever feels awkward and guilty for not wearing the watch.

[mozza]

16 minutes ago, reveldevil said:

Good points. 

As you point out, as a young man I'd like him to love the watch from the off, rather than appreciate it in time.

I got a grandfather clock for my 21st, I kid you not.

I'm now 42 and still don't see it going on display anytime soon, so I see your point.

 

Where do you hide a grandfather clock? not like you could hide it in a drawer, is it?

 

[Archied]

12 minutes ago, Angry Ram said:

One for you. 

 

The Casio is very vogue now and have some pricey models in the g shock range ,quite collectible ,,,,,,, on the question of gifting a watch from sons age it’s a really nice thing to do but I can also see the view that it may not be the watch of choice for person relieving the gift 

[Rev]

Just now, mozza said:

 

Where do you hide a grandfather clock? not like you could hide it in a drawer, is it?

 

It's in the shed, under an old blanket.

My mum offers to buy it off me every time she comes round, but she's not even reached the E-Bay reserve price so far!

I might have mis-described it as a grandfather clock, it's about 3ft long and wall mounted, and bongs like Big Ben at hourly intervals day or night, as long as you wind it at precisely the same time every week.

Which I've never done for obvious reasons.

[Archied]

Ps revel , the speed master is a classic

[Angry Ram]

5 minutes ago, Archied said:

The Casio is very vogue now and have some pricey models in the g shock range ,quite collectible ,,,,,,, on the question of gifting a watch from sons age it’s a really nice thing to do but I can also see the view that it may not be the watch of choice for person relieving the gift 

I have a Casio. Love it as well. 

[Day]

@reveldevil, just a suggestion.

Buy 2 watches.

1 smartwatch for the phone he has now, Apple Watch or Galaxy watch, this would be his daily wearer.

1 you pamper this like it’s a baby watch that comes out for special occasions, this would allow you a little more freedom to perhaps look at one that would suit a more older arm  in say 20 years. It will have aged nicely and become his daily wearer that’s matured into a collectible under his ownership.

The watch you linked earlier to at £1650 if that’s your budget, a smart watch would eat £300-400 into that, but still leave plenty to play around with for a proper time piece.

[froggg]

Have a new love for this one with the black canvas strap. 

[Brammie Steve]

18 hours ago, Phoenix said:

Thanks. The only downside is the fees payable of £192.

The Buyer's premium would be £252, assuming he/she was at the auction, otherwise, even more, so a total cost to the buyer of at least £1302.

When you add in the buyers premium the autioneers cream off a total of £444. Mind you, I'm not complaining. Without them it would probably have ended up in landfill.

That’s fantastic!

I’m delighted it has such a happy outcome.

Maybe now I can convince Mrs Brummie that my expanding collection of vintage musical instruments is a good investment!

Meanwhile keep your lottery numbers to yourself......you don’t want too many joint winners!?

[Brammie Steve]

My constellation is still keepin good time!

Nice enough to be collectable, worn enough to be worn daily!

[Phoenix]

13 minutes ago, steve brummie said:

That’s fantastic!

I’m delighted it has such a happy outcome.

Maybe now I can convince Mrs Brummie that my expanding collection of vintage musical instruments is a good investment!

Meanwhile keep your lottery numbers to yourself......you don’t want too many joint winners!?

I'm (obviously) delighted too, not just the money, someone's going to restore that wonderful 190-year-old instrument to playing condition. They say with collectables, condition is everything, but now I'm not so sure. However, buy wisely and I'm sure they'll appreciate. Big money in contrabassoons, if you can find one! Mrs. Brummie might draw the line at that, especially if you start playing it.

Sadly, the luck ran out with the lottery ticket.

Edited December 15, 2018 by Phoenix

[Phoenix]

14 minutes ago, steve brummie said:

My constellation is still keepin good time!

Nice enough to be collectable, worn enough to be worn daily!

Great watches. If you ever need a repair or restoration, I can recommend this place, genuine enthusiasts. Very interesting site to browse, too.

http://watchguy.co.uk/

[Angry Ram]

Anyone had any issues with insurance? Had a couple of the house insurance, no problem, no added clauses. Went to add the Breitling and all of a sudden I have to live in Fort Knox.. Apparently I have to keep them in safe which is built into either the floor or the wall.. 

If you insure them individually we are being quoted a couple of hundred per watch..