scropper Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Been around a little while now so thought I'd put together some pics of where I've got to. Please bear in mind they were taken on top of a mannequin whilst free-holding an iPhone with no special lighting (in other words; they're not amazing!)... Modded Black Themes on bracelet (AR crystal and cyclops, re-lume, movement upgrade/service, waterproofing...) - this one is going to the Zorro spa tomorrow for a bezel re-brush, then it's done: Santos XL on OEM tan gator - the rep strap is rubbish but the watch is da bomb (just be careful to check the crown fitment on the QC pics): Chronofighter awaiting a tan ostrich creation from Serge - picked this up as one of Toro's specials on a whim, was surprised at the quality: Big Bang Black Magic on rubber - think its a V1, thinking of getting a gen gummy for it: Portofino on gen croc - everyone needs a dress watch, with an improved strap this one rocks: 111 on OEM black calf - nothing that hasn't already been said about this one, its awesome: 176 on OEM black, erm, tubey leather - my first ti pam, really a pleasure to wear: Old-school 'ultimate' 199 - was once my treasured casual piece but now unworn, either going to have this modded or flog it: 237 on OEM burgundy gator - originally had on black calf but the busy dial needed a contrast: 243 on rubber - incredible quality, am thinking of getting an ammo/egyptian for it, but for now it's the gym watch: 288 on OEM tan gator - every bit as good as people say, this piece rocks: 292 on OEM black calf - great piece but the case scratches easy (take care): 328 on bracelet - I wasn't sure I'd like this but it's fantastic, makes me want a 351 too: 390 on rep ass - the watch and strap are great (I used a bit of sesame oil to darken it): 1655 slow-beat on bracelet - originally bought from Josh to send for modding but it is just too small for me so it sits in the box sulking: 5513 from the pbdad shop (gen crown/tube, re-lumed, drilled lugs, re-shaped case/CGs, waterproofed, etc) on bracelet - perfect beach piece: TT Santos Chrono, 351, RG Nautilus and hopefully a ROO Diver also en route... Any questions or comments gratefully received - hope you like them half as much as I do! S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Nice collection Scropper, just about to order a Santos XL myself. Tried on the gen at the local AD a few weeks back and fell in love< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Nice collection Scropper, just about to order a Santos XL myself. Tried on the gen at the local AD a few weeks back and fell in love< Thanks Dude. Yep, the Santos is great, have had it side-by-side with a gen and the only difference is the bezel screws are ever-so-slightly rounded on the rep. Wore it today: The improved strap is a must. S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Gorgeous, how much did the gen strap set you back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Still got the receipt (scented paper no less!): £260 (c$400) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 Ouch... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtguk Posted November 11, 2012 Report Share Posted November 11, 2012 Great collection scropper, love the 5513 scrolling down that 1655 was a surprise! I was of the same mind when I picked one up, just a tad too small Thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2012 Ouch... Indeed - but the missus' bracelet (reason for being in there!) caused much more pain! Just seen your collection shots - fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2012 Great collection scropper, love the 5513 scrolling down that 1655 was a surprise! I was of the same mind when I picked one up, just a tad too small Thanks for sharing Ha ha - thanks, glad you like em. I love the 1655, I really do but yep, too small for a Pam/AP fiend - 40mm or go home... Shame really as the pics I see of them on the forums keep me holding on to it thinking 'maybe one day!'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyyammine Posted November 11, 2012 Report Share Posted November 11, 2012 Nice collection. If you want to part with the 1655 ill take it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2012 Nice collection. If you want to part with the 1655 ill take it.. Will drop you a PM bud, not my intention to set this up as a sales thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted November 16, 2012 Report Share Posted November 16, 2012 Indeed - but the missus' bracelet (reason for being in there!) caused much more pain! Just seen your collection shots - fantastic! Thank you sir. Funny, the reason I was in the AD was the missus wanted to look at love bracelets. I ended up buying her one from Ken B for about 1% of the cost of a gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scropper Posted November 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2012 Thank you sir. Funny, the reason I was in the AD was the missus wanted to look at love bracelets. I ended up buying her one from Ken B for about 1% of the cost of a gen. Now if I was a thinking man I might have gone that way... Got it right with the Caviar Bang - ordered that bad boy from Josh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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