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Offline sidestreaker

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Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« on: August 16, 2014, 03:08:52 AM »
We had a micro GTG this afternoon in Dubai Mall. It was the first time meeting a MWF member here, Ek Lek and introducing him also to some of my friends around. Here's a photo report:

So we started of in the IWC boutique with some interesting pieces:






The Pilot’s Watch Double Chronograph Edition “Patrouille Suisse” (Ref. IW377805) is quiet a hefty watch. I'm not a fan of a dbl chrono nor its size but the combination of the grey slate dial, sandblasted stainless steel and the soft fabric is a great example of proper and thoughtful use of materials.


The Retail Director's watch (blue PPC) with one of our friends trying out the Stainless Steel Portuguese PPC.


The 'Special Edition' Little prince Pilot Chronograph


Limited Edition Ju-Air Pilot Chronograph


...someone is contemplating deeply between this two....




... and behold, there is a Siderale Scafusia in the boutique...
This assembly is platinum on silver dial and platinum index and hands, with platinum stitching on leather. I was told that this particular piece is carrying the customized star-chart referenced to 24.412°N 54.474°E.
Google it and you'll find out why it's special and being displayed here.
With the pricetag starting from USD900k, I think this watch is more expensive than all the watches I've tried on in my lifetime...

Swing by next door and took noticed of another impressive timepiece:







Saxonia Calender, incredible! I love this variant with the blue hands...



after that was lunch...



and 'group shot'...

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #1 on: August 16, 2014, 05:34:56 AM »
 :thumbsup:
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Offline Gilthoniel

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #2 on: August 16, 2014, 05:58:14 AM »
is that Seiko 5 an SNZH53? Can't really tell if its black or blue dialled

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #3 on: August 16, 2014, 06:17:34 AM »
ok it's the black and gold version.

I'm poisoned!  ::)

Offline chrisyen

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #4 on: August 16, 2014, 08:28:29 AM »
Good to know MWF is everywhere in the world!

Thnx for sharing

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #5 on: August 16, 2014, 12:58:39 PM »
Browsing the catalog complemented with IWC chocolate from Patchi + Expresso was heavenly…  :Cheers:


The Porto that attracted my attention in the boutique…



Interesting piece in Lange boutique… 31 days PR! Apparently the spring stands at 1.85 metre!



Thanks Sidestreaker and Oliver for the great eye opener into the world of IWC, Lange and Glasshutte, I have to admit the poison for IWC is exceptionally fascinating!

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #6 on: August 16, 2014, 02:09:50 PM »
Thanks for the comprehensive sharing, drooling for the a Lange sohne.. :thumbsup:

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #7 on: August 16, 2014, 02:23:20 PM »
The 31-day PR Lange is  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #8 on: August 16, 2014, 07:23:10 PM »
I have never seen, or expect, a mechanical watch that could retain a 31-days of PR, this intrigued me to drill more into the movement and especially the main spring system... for those who are interested, below is the link, enjoy...  :Cheers:

http://www.alange-soehne.com/timepieces/unrivalled-masterpieces/#lange-31-en-us/movement-insights/cover

Offline sidestreaker

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #9 on: August 17, 2014, 10:19:42 AM »
Ek Lek, great meeting you and looking forward to the next GTG!

The Lange Saxonia Annual Calender is still in my head right now, and probably made the deepest impression for the day.
at 38.5mm x 10mm It's one of those luxury watches that you can wear everyday...

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #10 on: August 18, 2014, 07:31:05 AM »
Some heavy artillery there man!  :o
`Learning to appreciate my watch as a tool, and not some fancy branded jewelry'

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #11 on: August 18, 2014, 08:10:54 AM »
The SS boutique edition of IWC PC is nice and light in weight when I tried it but the price is crazy (S$39K)....

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #12 on: August 19, 2014, 12:56:35 PM »
thanks for sharing.....i tried the Lange zeitwerk before , very impress!!! however both IWC and Lange are equally handsome watches :thumbsup:

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Re: Micro GTG @ Dubai Mall
« Reply #13 on: August 29, 2014, 08:07:52 PM »
what a moment of feast in life  ;)