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Title: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ExplorerII on July 21, 2014, 04:32:09 PM

Don't think I have seen such a thread here (apologise if there is) so am starting one.  Every Gentleman needs a collection of watches for different occasions.  For the sake of having an elegant collection lets narrow it down to: The Dress Watch, The Work Watch or Daily Beater, The Chrono Watch and The Complication Watch.

Let's start with the Chrono on for this thread.

If you could have only one Chrono what would it be?

For me, I am thinking along the lines of either Zenith or Rolex (veering more towards Zenith). Let the fun begin!

http://www.zenith-watches.com/en_en/el-primero-410-183.html

And remember,  you can only have ONE! (i.e. it's not only about having lots of money to buy many watches ).

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: contender on July 21, 2014, 05:26:45 PM

Rolex Daytona without any doubt  :thumbsup: :Cheers:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ck77 on July 21, 2014, 05:30:43 PM

Am biased. ;D
Omega  Speedmaster Professional  :thumbsup:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s246/ongck77/901741_10151961082654690_7425422_o_zps536a9323.jpg) (http://s154.photobucket.com/user/ongck77/media/901741_10151961082654690_7425422_o_zps536a9323.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: swleong on July 21, 2014, 05:34:07 PM

Rolex Daytona Paul Newman!!!  :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TheHobbit on July 21, 2014, 05:37:25 PM

This....

(http://i320.photobucket.com/albums/nn322/TheHobbit_01/Collection/Vintage-Breguet-Type-XX-watches-14_zps7088eeb4.jpg)

Photo: Borrowed from the Internet

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TJWN on July 21, 2014, 05:38:39 PM

Turbine Chrono because of the easy to read 60 minutes counter  :)
(http://www.bellesmontres.com/images/2013/06/20/per-2013-a1074-2-2-f2-3-jpg_1497296.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: hanz079 on July 21, 2014, 06:04:09 PM

Like ck77, I am biased also...
This one definitely...

(http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss179/hanz079/Zenith%20Tricolour%20HD/DSC05685_zps2d8458ef.jpg) (http://s573.photobucket.com/user/hanz079/media/Zenith%20Tricolour%20HD/DSC05685_zps2d8458ef.jpg.html)

(http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss179/hanz079/Zenith%20Tricolour%20HD/DSC05664crop_zps9ec293ef.jpg) (http://s573.photobucket.com/user/hanz079/media/Zenith%20Tricolour%20HD/DSC05664crop_zps9ec293ef.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Yoda on July 21, 2014, 06:59:05 PM

This moon watch

(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/leong33/Omega/9f8cd5d2-80db-47a3-9b78-935c79d5825e_zpsa7cf3783.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Calibr on July 21, 2014, 07:30:57 PM

Quote from: ck77 on July 21, 2014, 05:30:43 PM

Am biased. ;D
Omega  Speedmaster Professional  :thumbsup:

Second that! :thumbsup:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: G.MAC on July 21, 2014, 07:33:02 PM

Gentleman watch? Then I must say this one right here  :thumbsup:

(http://i759.photobucket.com/albums/xx236/gmac88/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0094_zpsad98fbce.jpg) (http://s759.photobucket.com/user/gmac88/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0094_zpsad98fbce.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: fifty5 on July 21, 2014, 07:42:32 PM

Omega Dark Side of the Moon!

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: terrenceterrence on July 21, 2014, 07:50:53 PM

 U need a "dress" chrono that can rock both jeans and suit.

(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p186/terrenceterrenceterrence/B018B8DB-A804-4EFE-9166-755AE815D0B8_zpsdnupveqr.jpg) (http://s128.photobucket.com/user/terrenceterrenceterrence/media/B018B8DB-A804-4EFE-9166-755AE815D0B8_zpsdnupveqr.jpg.html)
(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p186/terrenceterrenceterrence/null_zps63b59c10.jpg) (http://s128.photobucket.com/user/terrenceterrenceterrence/media/null_zps63b59c10.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ExplorerII on July 21, 2014, 08:14:22 PM

Quote from: terrenceterrence on July 21, 2014, 07:50:53 PM

U need a "dress" chrono that can rock both jeans and suit

Perfection! :)

(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p186/terrenceterrenceterrence/B018B8DB-A804-4EFE-9166-755AE815D0B8_zpsdnupveqr.jpg) (http://s128.photobucket.com/user/terrenceterrenceterrence/media/B018B8DB-A804-4EFE-9166-755AE815D0B8_zpsdnupveqr.jpg.html)
(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p186/terrenceterrenceterrence/null_zps63b59c10.jpg) (http://s128.photobucket.com/user/terrenceterrenceterrence/media/null_zps63b59c10.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: el118 on July 21, 2014, 08:41:56 PM

If one like Chrono watch purely on aesthetic perspective, plenty of choices around. but on practicality, most of the chrono with screw down crown are "impossible" to use when the watch is on wrist. one have to practically remove the watch from the wrist, unscrew the chrono crown before starting to time. which i find is ridiculous and defeat the purpose. :HammerHead:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: dualcarb on July 21, 2014, 09:31:45 PM

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z157/dualcarb/Watches/DSC_7033.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/dualcarb/media/Watches/DSC_7033.jpg.html)


This one...

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ExplorerII on July 22, 2014, 05:19:36 AM

Calling for Patek 5270 owners!

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Enkidu on July 22, 2014, 05:41:06 AM

(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/JLC_1390.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/JLC_1390.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: meoramri on July 22, 2014, 07:56:44 AM

(http://www.watchalyzer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/grand-seiko-spring-drive-chronograph-sbgc001-watch.jpg)

This is my grail chrono....

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: jacky8888 on July 22, 2014, 08:21:05 AM

definitely this one.....   :thumbsup:

(http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy70/V2FAN/image-1_zpsa242e417.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Godzillaz on July 22, 2014, 09:50:24 AM

Eric, that's because those are inherently sport chrono and the purpose is waterproofing.

Regard
Tyler

Quote from: el118 on July 21, 2014, 08:41:56 PM

If one like Chrono watch purely on aesthetic perspective, plenty of choices around. but on practicality, most of the chrono with screw down crown are "impossible" to use when the watch is on wrist. one have to practically remove the watch from the wrist, unscrew the chrono crown before starting to time. which i find is ridiculous and defeat the purpose. :HammerHead:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: llcj on July 22, 2014, 11:06:48 AM

I think he must be a fan of those pre-daytona models... exquisite taste.

Quote from: Godzillaz on July 22, 2014, 09:50:24 AM

Eric, that's because those are inherently sport chrono and the purpose is waterproofing.

Regard
Tyler

Quote from: el118 on July 21, 2014, 08:41:56 PM

If one like Chrono watch purely on aesthetic perspective, plenty of choices around. but on practicality, most of the chrono with screw down crown are "impossible" to use when the watch is on wrist. one have to practically remove the watch from the wrist, unscrew the chrono crown before starting to time. which i find is ridiculous and defeat the purpose. :HammerHead:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: el118 on July 22, 2014, 02:30:02 PM

Quote from: Godzillaz on July 22, 2014, 09:50:24 AM

Eric, that's because those are inherently sport chrono and the purpose is waterproofing.

Regard
Tyler

Quote from: el118 on July 21, 2014, 08:41:56 PM

If one like Chrono watch purely on aesthetic perspective, plenty of choices around. but on practicality, most of the chrono with screw down crown are "impossible" to use when the watch is on wrist. one have to practically remove the watch from the wrist, unscrew the chrono crown before starting to time. which i find is ridiculous and defeat the purpose. :HammerHead:

Yes i know. just that i find it end up "purely" for aesthetic purpose. i would prefer the Chrono on AP offshore that is readily "useable" if there is a need.

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: shamtv2555 on July 22, 2014, 02:47:57 PM

if chrono zenith 1/10 tht the right choice .....

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Yikkie on July 22, 2014, 03:39:54 PM

Gotta have an El Primero.
(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s643/yikkie23/IMAG3843_1_zps5eqav8im.jpg) (http://s1310.photobucket.com/user/yikkie23/media/IMAG3843_1_zps5eqav8im.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ExplorerII on July 22, 2014, 03:40:28 PM

Quote from: jacky8888 on July 22, 2014, 08:21:05 AM

definitely this one.....   :thumbsup:

Is this the white gold model?

(http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy70/V2FAN/image-1_zpsa242e417.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: danny on July 22, 2014, 06:35:28 PM

The iconic Breitling Navitimer should not be left out:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7292/9421371342_81af4390ab_c.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: davidtth on July 22, 2014, 07:57:29 PM

my all time favor  :)

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a313/DavidNikon/1753A505-63F2-4FCA-A389-981AA473D835-4822-00000675D27785FB_zps29b24c71.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: roystock on July 22, 2014, 09:12:37 PM

My top pick will be a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (Blue dial).
While it is not a historically important and there is no technical breakthrough, I really dig the look.  :)

*Picture taken from internet
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y405/roystock/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/roystock/media/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: dpkong on July 22, 2014, 09:23:11 PM

Quote from: roystock on July 22, 2014, 09:12:37 PM

My top pick will be a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (Blue dial).
While it is not a historically important and there is no technical breakthrough, I really dig the look.  :)

*Picture taken from internet
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y405/roystock/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/roystock/media/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg.html)

screw down pushers, plain flat dial....

 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: JOS2012 on July 22, 2014, 09:30:24 PM

My ultimate chronograph to own would be this but its beyond my means..

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m235/JoeyJLC/lange-soehne-double-split-wrist-02.jpg) (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/JoeyJLC/media/lange-soehne-double-split-wrist-02.jpg.html)

this piece is next in line to tug at my heart and is at least attainable………..

The VC Overseas chrono with a blue dial

Quote from: roystock on July 22, 2014, 09:12:37 PM

My top pick will be a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (Blue dial).
While it is not a historically important and there is no technical breakthrough, I really dig the look.  :)

*Picture taken from internet
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y405/roystock/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/roystock/media/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg.html)

[/quote]

but I'd already ordered this a few months back (and still waiting for delivery) before the VC Overseas had arrived in KL ADs…

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m235/JoeyJLC/IMG_3488.jpg) (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/JoeyJLC/media/IMG_3488.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: nuartogel on July 22, 2014, 10:11:47 PM

My ultimate would absolutely be this

(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s500/nuartogel/619186af0467fa8a340afa9b442710b8_zpsaf8a16c4.jpg)

JLC Reverso Squadra Chronograph Polo Fields

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ExplorerII on July 23, 2014, 05:22:03 AM

Quote from: JOS2012 on July 22, 2014, 09:30:24 PM

My ultimate chronograph to own would be this but its beyond my means..

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m235/JoeyJLC/lange-soehne-double-split-wrist-02.jpg) (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/JoeyJLC/media/lange-soehne-double-split-wrist-02.jpg.html)

There is one pre-owned piece for sale in the sales corner.  Only RM275K! Sell the house and Go pick it up!  :Cheers:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TimeKeeper on July 23, 2014, 06:31:45 AM

For the sporty gentlemen...
(http://i1259.photobucket.com/albums/ii549/Azmi99/IMG_20140517_163707_zpsa4eff469.jpg) (http://s1259.photobucket.com/user/Azmi99/media/IMG_20140517_163707_zpsa4eff469.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: jason_recliner on July 23, 2014, 07:29:26 AM

Gotta agree with Enkidu.

(http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z389/jason_recliner1/JLC%202068570/DSC_9653_zpsa4e382a9.jpg) (http://s1187.photobucket.com/user/jason_recliner1/media/JLC%202068570/DSC_9653_zpsa4e382a9.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: JOS2012 on July 23, 2014, 08:53:26 AM

this is also a great piece, looks, technicality of case/bezel and movt wise..
its hard to pinpoint THE chronograph, given a handful of excellent pieces currently available.

Quote from: TimeKeeper on July 23, 2014, 06:31:45 AM

For the sporty gentlemen...
(http://i1259.photobucket.com/albums/ii549/Azmi99/IMG_20140517_163707_zpsa4eff469.jpg) (http://s1259.photobucket.com/user/Azmi99/media/IMG_20140517_163707_zpsa4eff469.jpg.html)

yea, saw it. Whilst the love for great watches is always there, I constantly remind myself to keep an overall proper perspective...

Quote from: ExplorerII on July 23, 2014, 05:22:03 AM

There is one pre-owned piece for sale in the sales corner.  Only RM275K! Sell the house and Go pick it up!  :Cheers:

great taste...lovely CF dial with pure symmetry...but is it still available?.. AFAIK Squadra range has been discon..

Quote from: nuartogel on July 22, 2014, 10:11:47 PM

My ultimate would absolutely be this

(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s500/nuartogel/619186af0467fa8a340afa9b442710b8_zpsaf8a16c4.jpg)

JLC Reverso Squadra Chronograph Polo Fields

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: pexus on July 23, 2014, 11:16:24 AM

I like this very much, although to be honest, i've yet to try one on my wrist. The aptly named Zenith Rainbow Flyback.
(gambar dipinjam tanpa malu malu dari laman sesawang  ;D)
(http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab256/nandopexus/photo-2-2_zps613f847e.jpg) (http://s869.photobucket.com/user/nandopexus/media/photo-2-2_zps613f847e.jpg.html)


Strangely, I am attracted to car-racing-themed chrono watches.  Hence, I am quite happy with this

(http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab256/nandopexus/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg) (http://s869.photobucket.com/user/nandopexus/media/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg.html)

 

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ivanpei on July 23, 2014, 11:57:36 AM

Rolex Daytona! Probably my next purchase, but will most likely be worn by my wife.  :Laughing_on_floor: :Laughing_on_floor: :Laughing_on_floor:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: grifterfmj on July 23, 2014, 12:20:11 PM

Surprised nobody picked the 2499

(http://static.squarespace.com/static/4fa14d3ce4b08a53fa26468e/t/507c0c9c84ae362b5e7bade5/1350306972913/EricClaptonsPatekPhilippe249919.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Spider boy on July 23, 2014, 12:55:58 PM

Strangely, I am attracted to car-racing-themed chrono watches.  Hence, I am quite happy with this

(http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab256/nandopexus/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg) (http://s869.photobucket.com/user/nandopexus/media/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg.html)
[/quote]


Yes, i have to admit it's a very nice watch !  =)  i want a monte carlooooooooooooooo !

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: ck77 on July 23, 2014, 01:04:37 PM

Quote from: pexus on July 23, 2014, 11:16:24 AM

Strangely, I am attracted to car-racing-themed chrono watches.  Hence, I am quite happy with this

(http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab256/nandopexus/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg) (http://s869.photobucket.com/user/nandopexus/media/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg.html)

Screw down pushers and 45 mins counter ...hmmm......  :P

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: pexus on July 23, 2014, 01:25:50 PM

dont la ck...just because this watch got no moon or space history..... :'( :'(

spiderboy....Go and look for one....then show us.....we need some vintage chronos here... ;D

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: el118 on July 23, 2014, 02:16:43 PM

Quote from: roystock on July 22, 2014, 09:12:37 PM

My top pick will be a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (Blue dial).
While it is not a historically important and there is no technical breakthrough, I really dig the look.  :)

*Picture taken from internet
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y405/roystock/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/roystock/media/vacheron_image38222532_zps93453d70.jpg.html)

This is high on my wish list, despite the "screw down" pusher.  :HammerHead:

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: JPSP on July 23, 2014, 03:00:28 PM

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3411/3667939954_fceae3509f_z.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: sshark on July 23, 2014, 10:31:37 PM

Late to the party

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7010/6611259341_5cdd5ac9b4_z_d.jpg)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: amir1218 on July 24, 2014, 08:09:17 AM

I vote for a Zenith El Primero.
I got the Chronomaster for 2014. The case design is not as thick as other chronos (in the same price range), fits better under a shirt cuff.

(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o720/amir181280/D3650373-0B13-4DE5-849B-C7245DCE90E2_zpsjak0uphs.jpg) (http://s1339.photobucket.com/user/amir181280/media/D3650373-0B13-4DE5-849B-C7245DCE90E2_zpsjak0uphs.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: Devilzzz44 on July 24, 2014, 10:04:07 AM

Had to go with this too....JLC.. :thumbsup:

Quote from: jason_recliner on July 23, 2014, 07:29:26 AM

Gotta agree with Enkidu.

(http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z389/jason_recliner1/JLC%202068570/DSC_9653_zpsa4e382a9.jpg) (http://s1187.photobucket.com/user/jason_recliner1/media/JLC%202068570/DSC_9653_zpsa4e382a9.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TimeKeeper on July 25, 2014, 10:18:33 AM

Another one for the sporty Gentlemen...

(http://i1259.photobucket.com/albums/ii549/Azmi99/Wrist%20shots/IMG_20140725_093127_zpso34a4lqe.jpg) (http://s1259.photobucket.com/user/Azmi99/media/Wrist%20shots/IMG_20140725_093127_zpso34a4lqe.jpg.html)

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TheHobbit on July 25, 2014, 02:01:07 PM

Quote from: el118 on July 21, 2014, 08:41:56 PM

If one like Chrono watch purely on aesthetic perspective, plenty of choices around. but on practicality, most of the chrono with screw down crown are "impossible" to use when the watch is on wrist. one have to practically remove the watch from the wrist, unscrew the chrono crown before starting to time. which i find is ridiculous and defeat the purpose. :HammerHead:

Watches or chronographs created during a time when time moves slowly or leisurely and when the interaction between a man and his watch is more personal. To be honest, I do not find it a chore nor do I need to remove my watch to unscrew the chromo button to use it.

Title: Re: RE: Ultimate Watch Collection for the discerning Gentleman Part 1 - Chrono
Post by: TheHobbit on July 25, 2014, 02:19:03 PM

Quote from: ck77 on July 23, 2014, 01:04:37 PM

Quote from: pexus on July 23, 2014, 11:16:24 AM

Strangely, I am attracted to car-racing-themed chrono watches.  Hence, I am quite happy with this

(http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab256/nandopexus/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg) (http://s869.photobucket.com/user/nandopexus/media/2014-06-09135456-1_zps4364d816.jpg.html)

Screw down pushers and 45 mins counter ...hmmm......  :P

Could be wrong but 45 minutes chrono with screwdown crown and buttons were created for divers of old where the tank could only hold 45 minutes of air. So, to ensure 'water proofness' of the watch, the screwdown buttons were introduced, as with the 45 minute chrono.

But of course it could be as simple as for timing a football game....