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Main Forums => Watch Reviews => Topic started by: takashi78 on August 11, 2013, 06:17:23 PM
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This would be a first in MWF i guess, a long term report.
The reason for it is because of this special watch and its case warrants it.
Nothing a 1-2 week review can do.
The nice folks at Bell&Ross has loaned a WW1 Argentium watch to me to do a long term on the wrist report. ;D
I will be wearing this watch very frequently over the coming 2 months.
It will accompany me on a trip overseas as well.
The aim of this review is to off course test all aspects of the watch and focus on how the case patina compared to bronze.
If there is any gtg over this 2 months or any yam cha session i will gladly bring it out for show and tell.
First a teaser, let me come back to this later tonight. :Cheers:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7372/9486322950_37ef61bcd2_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486322950/)
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Awaiting for the patina to show :thumbsup:
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That's a simply beautiful watch... what's Argentium? A new type of metal used in making cases? :Cheers:
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Argentium is basically a trademarked Silver compound
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Technical features
Movement: Manual mechanical
Case: 41mm. Argentium®. Barleycorn guilloché caseback
Functions: hours, minutes and small seconds
Dial: Opaline, ruthenium or silver. Sunburst, domed. Appliqué metal numerals and index markers
Glass: anti-reflective domed sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 30 meters
Strap: alligator
Clasp: pin buckle. Argentium®.
Below are from the press release.
Vintage WW1 Argentium:
Bell & Ross has always been fascinated with aeronautical instrumentation and the plane as an object. This inspiration has nurtured the development of collections based on two ideas: the first, aeronautical instrumentation, specifically that of the instrument panel, in its AVIATION Collection; the second, the evocation of key eras in the history of aviation through the development of pilot watches in the VINTAGE Collection.
As part of the latter, the Vintage WW1 ARGENTIUM (Wrist Watch 1) illustrates an evolutionary point midway between the pocket watch and the wristwatches of the 1940s.
RENAISSANCE OF A BYGONE MATERIAL
With the PW1 and WW1 Argentium, Bell & Ross preserves the magic of vintage timepieces and sublimates them with the most innovative watch-making techniques: by using a new oxidation-resistant alloy, Argentium®, the pioneering watchmaker is reviving a forgotten metal. Inimitable color, magnificent luster and unique depth: the PW1 and WW1 Argentium are suffused with all the nobility of silver.
Vintage WW1 Argentium: FROM POCKET WATCH TO WRISTWATCH
Created from a unique silver alloy, the WW1 ARGENTIUM® models perfectly reflect the high-quality allure of the early wristwatches. An exercise in style mastered by Bell & Ross, these two models demonstrate the perfect refinement of its art.
These two versions continue the characteristics specific to the WW1 collection:
• The finish of the hands and index markers in appliqué metal give the model a timeless refinement.
• The horns are produced like wire handles and soldered to the case. The elegance of the straps harks back to the first wristwatches while being ergonomically perfect.
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When i received the watch it has already shown signs of patina.
Unlike bronze, B&R choose Argentium as a case material and first one to do so.
The way this case patina is it slowly turns yellowish.
Thus as the weeks go by i will try to update at least once a week to show the progress of the metal.
This case can actually be brought back to like new condition (minus the daily wear marks) by using a special cloth which is provided by B&R at the time of purchase. And thus only said such watch is recommended to be used to wipe off the patina.
I will do so at the end of the review to show the difference.
Some pics of the watch on the stand.
Pay attention to the case as you can see it has now already patina a bit ;D
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7291/9483525207_d294481286_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9483525207/)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9486322734_2d3396e549_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486322734/)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3742/9486322650_08ba0f1275_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486322650/)
Here you see the lugs which are soldered on the case.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3775/9483524861_dd9836058d_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9483524861/)
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Trying to capture this watch is a real challenge, with the polished case and dome crystal plus the sunburst dial, light reflects in all angles.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5479/9486322364_fca074d20d_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486322364/)
Here you see the sunburst dial, hands are polished as well but not too hard to read the time.
Subdial in a more solid color to give some contras.
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Back of the case, has a criss cross motif going on here, textured to feel.
B&R logo right smack in the middle.
Even says its a manual wind watch. Good to know :P
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7331/9483524473_63ab47d9ee_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9483524473/)
You will be a different shade in the middle and ask why?
Well i took off the protective sticker on the back yesterday. Which that part has not been oxidized yet.
That is the true color when the watch is brand new.
Kinda interesting to see how it will develop since its the part touching the skin.
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Here i am showing in different lighting how the crown which has the logo engraved on it looks.
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7376/9483524157_9eff58f3b8_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9483524157/)
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Back of the strap is signed too.
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Here you also see the nice dark grey croc strap which matches really nice with the watch as it ages.
Really impressed by the work done on the buckle.
Nice machine work.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7346/9486321580_f1d9c76035_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486321580/)
Buckle made of Argentium as well.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3822/9486321486_d99ae225a8_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486321486/)
Wristshoot time :Dancing_banana:
Under indoor light the dial really shows different shades and the sunburst dial works nicely.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5457/9486321370_7c1277f8cb_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486321370/)
Legibility is still good despite being "monotone" type of dial design
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Dome crystal, AR coating on the inside hence no blue hue.
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9483523451_33b6362849_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9483523451/)
ETA7001 movement known for being reasonably slim.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7441/9486321048_a814b75c66_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486321048/)
Some initial thoughts after wearing for few days.
- Strap is of high quality, same as those found on watches 10x the price. BUT super stiff now :'(, needs time to break it in.
- Winding of the watch is fairly smooth, not too noticeable clicks. Easy to achieve full wind if winding everyday.
- Crown for winding is excellent, nice grip, textured and easy to wind. No complaints there.
- Narrow 18mm lugs and strap width on a 41mm case needs getting used to, since its the design direction B&R has taken with this series to evoke the look and feeling of early day wristwatch era, its something different and welcomed by me.
- Legibility indoors no complaints. Outside at around 11am on clear hot Malaysia day? BLING BLING :Laughing_on_floor:
- 30m WR needs to be careful.
- Holding the watch about 20cm from my ear i can already hear the beating sound of the movement.
Lets end this first initial postings with 2 more pic. More to come in the coming weeks.
Let the discussions fire away and i will try to answer as best i can and if not will answer with the help of B&R.
Also WELCOME any constructive feedback on the watch, design, look and even my review. The brand and myself would like to hear from the members here.
If there is any specific aspect of the watch you would like me to show or even test please let me know as well, will try my best to accommodate.
Patina on the case already showing.
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Flat white subdial against the silver sunburst dial.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7442/9486320830_e765163c4f_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9486320830/)
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Great pictures. Quick question. If the lugs are soldered, how do you change the strap? Springbars on the lugs?
Fong
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I love the silhouette of the case and how the wire lugs come together. Your pictures really show the design and built quality! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I have a few sterling 925 silver fountain pens which I enjoy the patina-effect over time. It really adds character to the object being used and handles all the time.
Look forward to more shots when the patina is more apparent
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Interesting, but looks like strap changing would not be a simple task.
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Regarding changing the straps, there is actually a spring bar between the lugs.
U kinda squeeze the strap a bit and u can see the spring bar. Then the boutique uses a tool to get the spring bar out and change the strap.
Will try to get a pic of the tool to change the strap to see if its anything different from normal ;D
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very interesting silver cased watch, gone vintage easily after a while of wearing, tarnish !
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Very nice! This was one piece that caught my eye some weekends back. Looking forward to a more extensive review, and more gorgeous pics!
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Pics of the strap changing tool.
Looks like normal tool.
Thanks to the boutique staff who sent the pics over.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7322/9489897777_feed9aeb27_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9489897777/)
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it is a freaking flat head screw driver hahaha
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Yaman looks simple enough.
Push and take out.
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Pic taken under natural light.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5465/9489898627_2c687c1502_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9489898627/)
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A day time no fuss watch. Good for pub-going sessions, but not for fine dining moments.
IMHO, I think the minutes facia is a bit too bald..empty. Overall, it looked lazy without much excitement in it.
Will get bored with it within a week or two. For the price concious, they may be other tickers out there that are much more vibrant for the same price.
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how about the weight? Not in figure does it feel lighter or heavier than a stainless steel??
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Its feels bout the same as any SS watch quite frankly.
But still heavier than Ti material.
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Hi Peter,
Interesting details of the watch. Very simply watch to wear and with a great legibility.
Sure will be any interesting timepiece to have.
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Thanks Takashi and sshark.
I think the simple design is what attracts people to have a second look at it. Just plain beauty... I personally like it. The patina itself provides some "excitement" for those who likes to be different/unique. But will wait to see more pics later and how the patina develops over time.
Thanks again for sharing. Are you at liberty to share the retail price?
Cheers
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Why not, retail price can ask any AD or boutique and will be readily available.
I believe the retail is rm17.6k.
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Why not, retail price can ask any AD or boutique and will be readily available.
I believe the retail is rm17.6k.
Thanks for the info. Look forward to the updates. :Cheers:
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After week-1 of wearing the watch.
Had some time tonight after dinner so took some pics of the watch in indoor lighting.
It has started to develop a slight yellowish hue to the case.
A very warm color. ;D
What i can notice compared to bronze case is that Argentium does not have spots during the patina process like bronze.
When i get the chance will try to have some side by side shoot with MWF project watch.
Rough observation on the accuracy with the watch resting crown up during the week is that it gains time.
By how much?
Enough for me to adjust the time again at the end of the week. Just because i am a very punctual person :P
Will look for a chance to put the watch on a timer and get a more accurate assessment.
Pics below taken with white lighting on ceiling of living room.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5493/9539098898_1747495e13_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9539098898/)
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Preparing some macro shoots.
For now this is the watch with an Argentium ring that belongs to my friend.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7360/9605944658_600266e431_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9605944658/)
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Thanks to Jacky i can take some closeup pics of thr Argentium and on to this weeks short thoughts of wearing the watch.
As it is now, it has develop into a very light "pink gold" kinda hue to the case :)
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Close up of the dial
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Notice how there is a hinge where the watchmaker can open the case back.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3768/9616721480_fa92ca4a48_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9616721480/)
The case back, with some emphasis on the hallmark stamps on the case.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3792/9616721748_7180d33039_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9616721748/)
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Notice the dome crystal and on its edges the patina which is already developed.
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2823/9613485425_33f4c91bea_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9613485425/)
The crown and the patina.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7407/9613486393_0a0bd7b402_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9613486393/)
The case, all i do each night is just wipe the case with cloth and that's it ;D
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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA (http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterpsleong/9616720982/) by Peter PS Leong (http://www.flickr.com/people/peterpsleong/), on Flickr
Strap has soften a bit now and more comfortable to wear.
One thing i noticed with the accuracy, i have tested it with dial up and crown up position now for 1 week each time, it seems to gain bout 20sec each day.
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Been busy and also lazy to transfer the pics to post.
Been traveling and so this set of updates are pics while i was in Tokyo.
Enjoy. ;D
At LCCT waiting to board.
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After coming out of immigration was greeted with this :Dancing_banana:
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My first meal, didnt had anything to eat on the flight.
Obviously focusing on the wrong thing LOL.
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Famous station exit in Shibuya.
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Most wanted list outside the police station :P
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Oh so fresh and reasonably priced.
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Clouds covering Mt Fuji :'(
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Water resistance tested :thumbsup:
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Otaku town outside the Gundam Cafe!
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Shibuya shd hv a photo wear thousand of ppl crossing the road at one time...
No Mount Fuji is a big miss.... Seems luck not on ur side
U bring Mwf gangso along, I'm sure u will hv diff luck
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On the ride to Mt Fuji was clear but when near started to rain.
Shibuya crossing i reserving for the travel post thread.
Trying to see if i can group to different themes.
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Haha. I recognise the cable car ride over Hakone. I ate a few of those black eggs so my life should be considerably longer.
:thumbsup:
Regards,
Fong
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Wind was strong so the cable car ride was bit shaky.
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Thanks for your sharing, takashi78.
I went to the boutique @ Pravilion to look at the real one last weekend, I love the case with vintage dial design.
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So did you get it?
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On the ride to Mt Fuji was clear but when near started to rain.
Shibuya crossing i reserving for the travel post thread.
Trying to see if i can group to different themes.
did u manage to take photo with ur BR watch?
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Photo is posted up top.
Like i said covered with clouds cant see mountain.
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Had a little GTG yesterday.
Article will be up on the forum soon.
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One more for good measure... ;D
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Well the review has come to an end and its time to show you the final patina the watch had developed during the course of 2 months.
- On average i had the watch on my wrist for at least 3-4 days per week during this period.
- Went on a trip to Tokyo and Hong Kong.
- Rain, heat, sweat, fog and it didn't miss a beat.
As the watch was supplied with a special cleaning cloth it is fitting to show the watch condition after it has been "cleaned".
The cloth it self is dry with some powdery compound in it. You can definitely feel it. Oh and it has sorta a funky smell to it as well.
So my advise when cleaning with this is to be in an area where there is good ventilation.
On with the pics.
This is how the watch was after 2 months of wear.
Only wiped daily with a normal watch cloth.
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You can see how some areas are have more pronounced patina than others because of the contact to the skin and fingers while winding it.
Now lets look at the rear of the watch.
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Now comes the special cloth.
Took about 15mins working most areas of the watch.
It cleaned up very nicely.
The case is back to a light golden color now.
90% of the patina i would say can be cleaned off.
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Can't believe it's two months already. Time flies.
Nice review, thanks for all the effort, beautiful macros & detail descriptions.
btw, is the special cloth washable?
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Some final thoughts on this piece.
I am not someone who chooses different watch for different occasions or outfits, well dont have that luxury of that many time pieces :Laughing_on_floor:, so to me i wear this watch to work, t-shirt and shorts and i wont feel out of place.
Lack of date sometimes catches up but for this vintage inspired design its ok.
Only once have i forgot to wind the watch when i was in Japan :P
The watch is bling under bright sunlight, dial and hands combo makes it bit harder to read.
The strap really needs some time to break in as to me its still a bit stiff.
From the pics you can see the strap is still in great condition and of high quality, stitch on it no complaints as well.
Accuracy of bout +20s per day could need improvement and nothing a competent watchmaker or a trip to the service center cant solve.
I dont see this as another "round watch" because of the design of the lugs which took inspiration from pocket watches and thus i feel its something different.
Argentium case which is the selling point of this watch is something not seen before.
Gives it a nice light golden hue.
Compared to bronze case, you can choose to let the watch patina further or clean it as you wish.
To answer bezelnut question:
Nope the cloth cant be washed since it has chemical quality within it, washing it will make it into a normal cloth which will defeat the purpose.
Watch will have to return to Bell&Ross now :'(
I thank them for giving me this opportunity to review this watch officially other than the ones i have in my collection.
Hope you all enjoyed the journey thus far.
Some last pics, lovely champagne color ;D
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Just bump to this reviews and read all of it...beautiful watch. I happen did try same look but different model of this BR at PV AD. The AD guy did offer me this model but personally it to much blink on my eyes so pass to try it. Anyway it a good reviews and just wondering what happened to the watch after you returned it back to them... ;D Do they refurbished it back and put back for sale? Emmm