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Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 08, 2018, 08:15:39 AM
Intro & Context:

Hi all. First and foremost, a simple confession, I caught the 'horological bug' in 2017. As a result of thirst for knowledge and (no doubt) time piece acquisitions, I started to read a lot of online resources about the history and evolution of some of the famous timepieces most of us here love and love to own.

I notice that a lot of fellow forummers (newbies in particular) started the way I did, i.e. not knowing much about watches, or perhaps don't have the patience to really know more beyond buying advise - i.e. can advise me which watch to buy bro?

So here is my own personal effort to help elevate our local community's knowledge since I have nothing better to do with the information anyway.  :)

Format:

Appreciate your support and do let me know if I have the facts wrong. Tell me if you like what you see - it keeps me motivated to do this. Of course, be reminded that I will include my opinion and some may feel offended by it. I encourage you to treat them as a point of view, to which you may disagree.

Without further ado, my first post.
https://instagram.com/p/BoltcL-BaW8/

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Trivia:
First launched in 1953, the diving icon of Rolex retains the same DNA as the very first model even though the current day variant now has a Maxi-case and ceramic bezel. The Submariner was designed to be a professional diver’s watch and through Hans Wildorf’s marketing genius, was affixed to a Bathyscape deep-diving submarine, diving 300+ metres and resurfacing still in working condition. The Submariner’s simple good looks and famed reliability as a luxury mechanical sports watch, added with its silver screen presence via Sean Connery’s James Bond are just some of the many reasons it has achieved legendary status.

WatchAddict (WA)'s View:
There is a classiness to the watch that somehow has been lost a little when the bezel became thicker and the symmetry was broken by the cyclops on the date edition. And don’t get me started on Kermit, Hulk and Smurf – these are really for acquired tastes. My vote still goes to the no-date version as it epitomises the timeless design of the Submariner best. Regardless, it will definitely remain a best-seller for years to come. Rolex, if it’s not too much to ask, could you please give the Glide-lock feature to other watches as well?
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: dualcarb on October 08, 2018, 08:36:16 AM
Very nice, I’m sure many here will appreciate the time, effort and information which you have compiled.

Looking forward to your next post.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: flyingtoast on October 08, 2018, 12:46:48 PM
Well done on this post! Keen to see more from you soon.

Can’t agree more with the glide lock feature. It’s weird that a datejust will have the glide lock and not an Explorer.

Oh and one suggestion, if you’re super keen on the subs, look for a book online called “Rolex Submariner Story” by Guido Mondani & Lele Ravangani. They have a full record of all subs to date and it’s history. They have other books regarding collecting subs as well so you could delve into those.


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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 09, 2018, 07:10:29 AM
Thanks for the support guys.
The next post comes with a warning - this may be offensive to some, so reader discretion advised.
https://instagram.com/p/BosXWfshza5/

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Trivia:
Released in 1955, this icon gained the name Daytona in line with the famed speedway in 1963, one year after Rolex became the official timekeeper of the legendary race. The watch became synonymous with this racetrack, and gained further fame via Paul Newman, an actor, racer and gentleman; a celebrity of the era. His unsponsored association with the watch and motor racing elevated the Daytona to stratospheric levels. Before running on the current in-house 4130 movement, it once used a modified El Primero automatic as part of the post-quartz revival. Its cult status was cemented when a personal watch by Paul Newman broke the watch auction record in 2017 to be the most expensive watch ever sold for $17.8m.

WatchAddict (WA)'s View:
Over-rated and over-priced. Don’t get me wrong, the legendary Newman Daytona is great; i.e. when it was a pure motor racing tool watch with the clean art deco inspired and iconic panda dial aesthetic. But in its current iteration, tell me how anyone can justify paying over the odds for a watch that has reached cult status mainly by a man that today’s generation don’t relate to? The new design arguably makes the dial look even smaller and busier than before. I also think the current model holds the record for the most number of non-functional words on a chronograph. Perhaps the grey market justifies charging an extra 10% premium for every additional word on the dial.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 10, 2018, 06:14:25 AM
The 3rd post is up. Next one on Friday!
https://instagram.com/p/Bou1m7Whbo2/

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Trivia:
The classic watch that has its history linked to a time before Rolex’s sports models. The Datejust was launched in 1945 to commemorate Rolex’s 40th anniversary. It incorporates a screw down crown, water resistant Oyster case and became the first watch to have a self-changing date complication. Interestingly the synonymous Datejust cyclops magnifier only becomes part of its identity in 1954. Combined with the instantly recognisable fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet, the Datejust has all the recognisable features found in almost all of Rolex’s other watches. You’d also be spoilt for choice as it comes in many dial, material and size options.

WatchAddict (WA)'s View:
WA’s View: This is as dressy and timeless as Rolex gets, and probably the one model that can make me re-think non-white metals – but only when I start greying. Some may even say that if you just have to have one Rolex, this could be it. However, this is also the exact model that is directly associated in the Asian world with newfound wealth and showiness. It does not help that a lot of the owners that created this stigma tend to be of an older age, which lessens the appeal of the watch to the younger buyers. The Datejust deserves to be up there with the legends and thus the stigma is unfortunate. I must say though that the Datejust looks really good when worn on a woman’s wrist.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 05:24:33 AM
Happy Friday everyone!
Upgraded to a full visual version this time. Do you prefer this format or the previous plain format?

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: shahrin.hilmy on October 12, 2018, 07:25:39 AM
Good morning.

I prefer the new format. Thanks for the effort. It’s a good & informative sharing. Also has followed you on Instagram!


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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: entinggi on October 12, 2018, 07:36:42 AM
Amazing job.. Keep it up.. whats next in line in the pipe besides rolex? chrono series?
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 07:41:24 AM
Quote from: shahrin.hilmy on October 12, 2018, 07:25:39 AM
Good morning.

I prefer the new format. Thanks for the effort. It’s a good & informative sharing. Also has followed you on Instagram!


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Thanks for the feedback and the support! Makes it worth the extra effort!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 07:42:42 AM
Quote from: entinggi on October 12, 2018, 07:36:42 AM
Amazing job.. Keep it up.. whats next in line in the pipe besides rolex? chrono series?

Thanks!
Series #2 will be Omega.
Series #3 will be Tag Heuer.
Series #4 I might open to voting and feedback - but right now pipeline is likely to be Jaeger LeCoultre.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: entinggi on October 12, 2018, 07:44:22 AM
Quote from: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 07:42:42 AM
Quote from: entinggi on October 12, 2018, 07:36:42 AM
Amazing job.. Keep it up.. whats next in line in the pipe besides rolex? chrono series?

Thanks!
Series #2 will be Omega.
Series #3 will be Tag Heuer.
Series #4 I might open to voting and feedback - but right now pipeline is likely to be Jaeger LeCoultre.

Cool can't wait
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on October 12, 2018, 08:04:44 AM
May I suggest 1-2 less famous brands but still make good watches, such as Maurice Lacroix, Arnold and Son, etc.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 08:18:57 AM
Quote from: iffy38 on October 12, 2018, 08:04:44 AM
May I suggest 1-2 less famous brands but still make good watches, such as Maurice Lacroix, Arnold and Son, etc.

Can certainly consider - will need to ramp up my knowledge-base a bit first so that I at least pay the brands sufficient respect. Do point out if you have any good resources for me to familiarise with bro iffy38!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on October 12, 2018, 09:10:16 AM
There are other good brands out there that get a lot less love, companies like Vacheron, Longines, Breguet, the movement finishing darling A.Lange & Sohne, on top of the Maurice Lacroix and Arnold & Son I mentioned earlier.

Mix it up a little bit.

When it comes to their history, I think the old boy Wikipedia would be your best friend. Some brands may be hard to pronounce, ie: Lacroix is pronounced as "Lar Kwah", Breguet is "...." so perhaps you can start with that.
Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: dstudio10 on October 12, 2018, 06:19:33 PM
Good stuff.. GMT is certainly a great piece that is handsome, versatile and well respected.

Quote from: freefighter on October 12, 2018, 05:24:33 AM
Happy Friday everyone!
Upgraded to a full visual version this time. Do you prefer this format or the previous plain format?

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: roystock on October 13, 2018, 07:37:34 AM
Great job. Thanks for the effort in putting this together. Great Saturday morning read
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 14, 2018, 06:19:25 AM
Have decided to apply the same format to all previous entries.
My debut post on the legendary Submariner now jazzed up visually:
https://instagram.com/p/Bo4c3z5gi1I/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 14, 2018, 06:21:14 AM
The second debut entry on Daytona with the visual upgrades:
https://instagram.com/p/Bo4dIvnAHsN/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 14, 2018, 06:23:38 AM
Third entry now also updated - Datejust.
https://instagram.com/p/Bo4dT--g9Hg/

Wrapping up legendary icons of Rolex and moving now to category 2: Modern icons.

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 14, 2018, 06:26:09 AM
And finally the entry that kickstarted the new format, minorly revised but being linked here as I will aim to do a clean up and remove the older versions on the old format from instagram very soon.
GMT Master II
https://instagram.com/p/Bo5H83YgeXm/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 14, 2018, 12:55:34 PM
And here’s the next entry:
https://instagram.com/p/Bo5IbguAetr/
Feel free to follow me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/watchaddict.wt
Updates go live every two days.

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 16, 2018, 05:47:40 AM
New entry, second to last for Rolex.
https://instagram.com/p/Bo9fA-Lglf1/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 18, 2018, 05:31:27 AM
And finally to close out Series #1, the last entry for Rolex.

https://instagram.com/p/BpCkrd7g_2I/

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Next update this Saturday - Series #2 Omega.
Stay tuned!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: andy99 on October 19, 2018, 08:54:56 AM
Great job and great stuff to read. Claps!!

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: Mitevo9 on October 19, 2018, 07:48:04 PM
Informative and good to read. Thanks for the effort and looking forward to reading more right here.
Cheers.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 20, 2018, 06:00:32 AM
Thanks Andy99 and Mitevo9.
Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 20, 2018, 06:04:31 AM
And now to kick-off Series #2 with the one some call Rolex’s biggest rival - Omega.

What better way to commence by the one with the most important footprint - the Moonwatch.

https://instagram.com/p/BpImkY_ACUI/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 22, 2018, 05:35:45 AM
And we continue with the other legendary icon of Omega - the Seamaster 300M Diver

https://instagram.com/p/BpM6gKuAjvs/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on October 22, 2018, 04:16:51 PM
The Seamaster. As far as I am aware, it is the only watch line that started off as a dress watch, then morphed into a sports watch later. The vintage Seamasters are small, thin dressy pieces on aligator straps, but modern ones are an alternative to the Submariner.

Nice watch, but the transition from dress to sports along the way is rather interesting. There is even a Quartz version.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 22, 2018, 04:30:19 PM
Quote from: iffy38 on October 22, 2018, 04:16:51 PM
The Seamaster. As far as I am aware, it is the only watch line that started off as a dress watch, then morphed into a sports watch later. The vintage Seamasters are small, thin dressy pieces on aligator straps, but modern ones are an alternative to the Submariner.

Nice watch, but the transition from dress to sports along the way is rather interesting. There is even a Quartz version.
Thanks for the additional points!

Actually if you read into the history of the watch, it started off already with water resistant capabilities similar to the oyster perpetual and instead as versatile watches, neither dress nor sporty. (The Rolex OP was originally on leather straps too).

Agree that the transition to full dive watch came later.

Also the quartz point is clearly noted - hence I made the passing remark that it was the quartz model that got them through the darkest of days. I believe if not for that Omega would have struggled a lot more.

It's good stuff iffy38. Let's keep the dialogue going since the more the facts are challenged, the more it piques the curiosity to verify / validate! :)
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: dpkong on October 22, 2018, 09:00:50 PM
I like you views. Keep it coming.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 24, 2018, 06:21:13 AM
Quote from: dpkong on October 22, 2018, 09:00:50 PM
I like you views. Keep it coming.
Thanks dpkong. Happy to keep going as long as there is a genuine following.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 24, 2018, 06:24:08 AM
And I resume with the next entry for Omega. The Speedmaster ‘57.

https://instagram.com/p/BpS6MP6AVzL/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 26, 2018, 05:15:50 AM
And we resume our regular programming with the first of two honorable mentions: the Dark Side of the Moon.

https://instagram.com/p/BpX7yDRAmFn/

Follow me on Instagram to be notified once new updates come in. New entries come up every 2 days.
https://www.instagram.com/watchaddict.wt/.

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 28, 2018, 06:04:00 AM
And we come to the next entry and the last for series 2.

The polarizing Omega Globemaster:
https://instagram.com/p/BpcWXG-ABlc/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 29, 2018, 08:16:45 PM
Before resuming with another new series, a friend has suggested that I will do a special bonus series about the most iconic limited editions of Omega Speedmasters.

When you consider that Omega has released more than 100 limited editions and still counting, some are bound to be talked about longer than others.

So what are my 2 cents on which truly became sought after? Stay tuned as I reveal my personal take of 2 legendary icons, 2 cult icons and 1 honorable mention.

Next entry out early tomorrow morning!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on October 30, 2018, 05:16:46 AM
The Special Edition on Omega Speedmaster limited editions kicks off with:

Silver Snoopy Award Speedmaster

https://instagram.com/p/BphhGGKgIu_/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 01, 2018, 05:06:17 AM
Special Edition #1: Part 2 of 5
2017 60th Anniversary Speedmaster

https://instagram.com/p/BpmoOiBgsYG/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: jujju on November 01, 2018, 07:18:58 AM
Very informative! Keep up the good work!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 01, 2018, 07:53:27 AM
Quote from: jujju on November 01, 2018, 07:18:58 AM
Very informative! Keep up the good work!  :thumbsup:

Thanks jujju. Knowing that fellow forum-mers appreciate this encourages me to keep this going. Else it's just going to taper off and become a 'syiok sendiri' kinda thing. Haha!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 03, 2018, 06:06:29 AM
We resume now with the first of two limited edition Speedmasters that reached cult status for rather non-horological reasons.

Happy weekend ahead everyone!

Special Series: Part 3 of 5
Speedmaster Moonwatch Racing aka Tintin

https://instagram.com/p/Bprx4BkhxE9/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 05, 2018, 04:35:19 AM
And we now come to arguably the most recent Omega hypebeast - SpeedyTuesday.

Warning: Polarising views ahead.

https://instagram.com/p/Bpw-xyGBAYn/
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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on November 05, 2018, 08:15:22 AM
I have a strong feeling that if i log in after another 2 years we are still talking about Speedmasters, if you know what i mean.


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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 05, 2018, 09:00:30 AM
Quote from: iffy38 on November 05, 2018, 08:15:22 AM
I have a strong feeling that if i log in after another 2 years we are still talking about Speedmasters, if you know what i mean.


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I'm sure we will. After all, it has existed for 60 years now, so am sure there's enough content for a lot more. Haha!

But yes, Speedmaster fatigue aside, my final post on Omega will be the one after this. Then I'm moving on to the next popular brand in Malaysia - Tag Heuer with just 4 entries in the pipeline for that.
I've content being prepared for the 4th and 5th series already thereafter. Stay tuned.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on November 05, 2018, 09:35:26 PM
Not so much that it has existed for 60 years, but the sheer number of Limited Editions out there. At the rate that you are doing this, you might need several years to cover them all.

Do note that this is by no means a criticism to your amazing series.

Looking forward to see you when you cover Tag Heuer and the other less popular brands.

Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 06, 2018, 07:40:53 AM
Haha. I completely concur and know where you are coming from.

There are more than a 100 limited editions and it was important I factored from the start I won’t be able to cover all and only picked those that I felt had a compelling horological relevance and strong following by the community for a story worth telling. And so after some very careful consideration, I decided I will only cover 5 entries.

Thanks for the continuous feedback! I mean it when I say it, this series is only possible when I am getting such comments - as it tells me someone’s reading and that there’s an interest for what is coming next!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: dpkong on November 06, 2018, 10:03:18 PM

Have no doubt that you have people reading your posts. I too concur that the Speedy Tuesday is over hyped. Not that I wouldn't mind having one (I'm a sucker for panda dials as well  ;D ) but the price points are a bit too hard to accept.
Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 07, 2018, 04:42:24 AM
And here’s the final Part of the special series on the Omega Speedmaster Limited Editions.

CK2998 First Omega in Space
https://instagram.com/p/Bp4hbdwBVpe/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 07, 2018, 04:46:20 AM
Quote from: dpkong on November 06, 2018, 10:03:18 PM

Have no doubt that you have people reading your posts. I too concur that the Speedy Tuesday is over hyped. Not that I wouldn't mind having one (I'm a sucker for panda dials as well  ;D ) but the price points are a bit too hard to accept.

Agreed on the price points. I guess when you think about it, it is hard to put a price tag on luxury.

Perhaps that’s why you have micros such as Dan Henry and Undone trying to tap into the unserved segment who like the vintage chrono dials but unable to stomach the cost of entry.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: dpkong on November 07, 2018, 07:04:52 PM

Why does the ref. number 311.10.39.30.01.001 point to this instead?

https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-speedmaster-57-chronograph-38-6-mm-31110393001001
Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 07, 2018, 07:54:07 PM
Quote from: dpkong on November 07, 2018, 07:04:52 PM

Why does the ref. number 311.10.39.30.01.001 point to this instead?

https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-speedmaster-57-chronograph-38-6-mm-31110393001001
Good spot! My bad! Correction made.
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 09, 2018, 03:58:57 AM
Finally after too much Omega, here’s the first of series 3: Tag Heuer

Part 1 of 4: Heuer Monaco
https://instagram.com/p/Bp7O-J3BKqJ/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: iffy38 on November 09, 2018, 07:41:40 AM
"It takes a certain kind of individual to wear this well".

I know. One Walter White.
Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 11, 2018, 05:19:10 AM
And we resume our regular programming with Part 2 of Series 3

The Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre Heuer 01 - what a mouthful.

https://instagram.com/p/BqBTgDZHO-E/

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Title: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 11, 2018, 05:20:13 AM
Quote from: iffy38 on November 09, 2018, 07:41:40 AM
"It takes a certain kind of individual to wear this well".

I know. One Walter White.
Indeed - thanks for the Breaking Bad trivia reference!
Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 13, 2018, 04:21:47 AM
Series 3: Part 3 of 4
Heuer Autavia Calibre Heuer 02

https://instagram.com/p/BqFigvBHW7O/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 15, 2018, 04:42:49 AM
And we conclude series 3 with Part 4:
Tag Heuer Formula 1

https://instagram.com/p/BqKrC4hHxdo/

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Title: Re: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch
Post by: freefighter on November 15, 2018, 05:46:57 PM
Have moved all new entries to the new topic here.
https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?topic=20768.0

Thanks for all those who commented this far!




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