Estaban

I'm a big fan of Walterstraps.

Here is their most recent posting from Paneristi.com

http://www.network54.com/Forum/353393/thre...traps+by+Walter

Here is their photobucket album

http://s31.photobucket.com/albums/c388/pam2pam/

Banda straps are also very nice and affordable.

www.banda.com

David,

I have nothing to add to your post, but I have often considered the 212. I like the domed crystal, the layout, and the crown on this watch better than the 196 (which I had and did like).

I've seen a couple of dealers offering a new and improved sapphire/ar crystal on the 212. I could even go one step further and get the swiss 7750.

I know there is a handwind "seagull" movement out there too.

Decisions, Decisions.

Too many watches, not enough wrists.

Sadly, Rocket hasn't done a posting. Takes the cake. Giorarmani takes a close second. I heard rumblings about some better pics Gio!

According to EL, my money has already been spent on lap dances from his favorite stripper, chicken wings, and some suds. I'm glad someone is having fun.

Hi Everyone...

Okay here is the latest list...

{please let me know if I overlooked anyone, and excuse, me... the wife is

threatening me with a knife as she works unpacking boxes... while I sit here

on my ass 'playing with this watch toy gang' }

This list is not in joining order so don't be offended.....

1. Estaban

2. Chronus

3. Dutchy

4.Seagull11

5. Watchlover321

6. Eden3336

7. Unrenfreund25

8. Jwrong

9. Talkpenny

10. Chronology1066

11. Nebakanezzar

12. AJoeSmith

13. Logan

14. Pobiga

15. Wireless

16. Hari Seldon

17. Sam Tgg

18. NguyenDD

19. Oirogers

20. Verbal

21. KrustyBrand

22. Bosc

23. BigNasty

24. JFreeman240

25. PamMan

26. Mystix

27. Dluddy

28. Ck986

29. Kdo2Milger

30. DaveTheCat

31. LinkKuBora

32. MillWright

33. Turkey

34. Horse

35. FitMic

36. Bravo

37. DeveDander

38. LonGair

39. PromoterSF

40. RongKong

41. Shultz

42. MinuteRepeater

43. Bing-O

44. Jkerouac

45. Maxmsu

46. Marsh

47. Febus

48. DachShund

49. PizzaNooo

50. Richard Tracy....

Confirmed for EL so far are;

1. WatchLover321

2. Estaban

3. Chronus

4. Seagull11

5. Dutchy

6. Eden3336

Has anyone else ordered with EL... If so please let me know..

also there are 19 slots open for El .. if you wish to go with him

let me know...

Otherwise I will separate the list by this evening and we can all order.....

Hey, I'm #1, I'm #1

All I have to say is power to the masses. Thanks "Richard" for putting this together. Great response and thanks for committing to one of your links to me

Do we start our ordering from King now???

thats why UK's gun control is for the ass. if they dont have guns to shot ppl or to threaten them, they use knifes.

ppl are more likely to stab someone else, than to shot him, because shoting makes a lot of noise, stabbing doesnt. with a gun in your hand, you dont even have to shot someone, he'll hand over his jew gold in a heartbeat!

Jew gold???? You've crossed the line my friend. As far as I'm concerned, you've just put yourself on the banned list. You are very lucky that there is cyberspace between us because you would be in a world of hurt without it.

Looks like we made it. I will need at least one extra link from our dealer or another kind soul.

3. Estaban

Thus far I have received answers from four different dealers...

One says $240 is his lowest.

Another, says $210, but must deliver to one location in bulk for redelivery.

Third, says Yes on $210, and has 30 in stock ready to deliver.

4th says also $210 lowest, but will do hand inspections to clear up

the chip paint dial flaw.

I'm in for an inspected $210 Ingenieur. I do need one or two extra links for my dinosaur bone wrists.

Lets get this one done today!!!

Looks great David. I'm not sold on Ti watches (I like the heft of ss/brushed ss), but it is very nice.

I could care less about date font. I'll never meet another person that has a Ingenieur to compare it to. AR would be a nice fix. I would even pay a bit more for the AR coating. It just adds so much to watches (ex: Breitling Seawolf/Chrono Avenger, Pam 111/036)

I also need an extra link as the watch can only be sized up to 7 1/2 inches.

I too am in for a $200 Ingenieur is they are inspected pieces, not drop shipped. Some dealer will make a lot of money off of this group buy. I wouldn't be surprised if there was 50 interested people.

I have money in hand ready for David for a 005 or 000.

I refuse to buy a display back Pam rep with an "upgraded" movement that doesn't look anything like a gen.

Chronomat123-The SA available from both Josh and Andrew has a sapphire crystal and seems to have good build quality. Yes, the dial is from a Chronomat, but frankly, Breitling makes so many varieties of their watches and has changed dials like the wind, so who would know. The new and old gen SAs have different bracelets altogether. Here are pics for comparison. I still have not heard of anyone purchasing this watch.

pics in order

Josh

Andrew

Gen

Gen

I have yet to see anyone purchse one of these on any forum. I've always been interested in it because of its size and because it is pretty accurate. Would love to hear from anyone who owns one.

Fantastic post. You obviously have studied hard. I wish I could do simple watch work. Maybe when I retire in 25 years.

More importantly, how did you like his show?? I saw him playing with Herbie Hancock and the Headhunters at Bonnaroo in 2005. He is a guitar virtuoso, but does look like a muppet.

I prefer the 091. Anthracite dial, cleaner look. I guess that's why there is chocolate and vanilla.

Wear it well David.

I have no idea how they acquire the hides. It's obviously not illegal as they ship all over the world. I'm sure the hides don't come from poachers.

It is a beautiful strap that will outlive me. It's like armor.

Sorry to offend anyone by wearing it. My daughter really likes Babar, so maybe when she's old enough to ask what Daddy's strap is made of, it will be sold.

Babar=Elephant

Just got this yesterday. ABP strap. Not cheap. Very well made. Put a nice old style TC buckle on it. What do you think?? This strap is indestructible.

I don't mind spending 150$ 200$ for a great straps on a reps i wear a lot.

The combo just add so much credibility to the reps.

Here in paris we have a shop called "atelier du bracelet parisien".

when you go to the shop you can choose your lather or reptile, ask for coloration shape etc .. and the make it for you.

An aligator strap for a PAM is around 200$, which i find okey for a custom order...

But dont go there with a pam rep as the owner is a paneresti

I have a custom ABP elephant strap on its way. Might arrive today. I'll post a pic. $200 for this one.

I can't wait to get my straps a little beat up. With so many straps, it's hard to get a good patina going.

The only strap I was worried about scarring was my Greg Stevens. Too soft for me. Great looking, but delicate.

Sold it after a couple of days.

If you want a strap that is tough and develops a great patina, get a Woj. Many choices for $80.

LOL, that's a scary question. My limit has been $230 so far, I can't see it going higher than that. There are lot's of good straps out there in the $80-130 range.

Europelli has been my most purchased brand, the quality is great and Drew is an excellent guy!

For custom straps, Aaron HKTan is the way to go for me so far.

Just ordered a Metta from Rob and he has been very communicative and thorough throughout our dealings

Good luck with your purchase!

Who is Rob? I know Bob, Drew, Aaron, BigBob and Don, but don't know a Rob.