jtiis Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Actually, eight is a few too many. I plan on putting a few of these beauts on the block in the coming week, but for now my little collection is as large as she's ever been and I must say standing in front of the box is a nice place to start my day. From left to right here be my children: 1. "Kung Fu Panda" - Newest to the herd - Franken 3714-04 Reverse Panda. Gen Movemen, Dial, hands, crown and buckle on Peter.watch black Croc. 2."The Bold and the Beautiful" - Franken 3717. "Gen if you can see it" (Case, Crystal, Dial, Hands, Date wheel). ETA 7750 with Rep Bracelet. 3."Spots on the Moon" - Gen Omega 861 Speedmaster customized with LE 35th Anniversary Panda Dial/Hands on Peter.watch black Croc. 4. "Blue Moon" - Gen Omega Saphire Sandwich Speedmaster customized with LE 40th Anniversary Gemini Dial, Broad Arrow Hands/Bezel on Black Croc. 5. "One and Only" - Franken 1665 DRSD with Palpatinized Old School MBW case, Ubi date wheel, RepAustira Caseback, Gen Crown/Tube, Bezel, Superdome 39, CPW Dial, ETA 2836 on black Kangaroo NATO (set includes Mary's 7036 bracelet, Rivet Bracelet and gen bracelet clasp). 6. "My Pamela" - PAM 390 Super Rep - V3 111N case, 390H Dial, Hands, Caseback on Heroic 18 Strap. 7. "My First Great" - 1:1 Omega Speedmaster Date Super Dooper Rep Red/Black. My first Rep and now pretty much unobtainable. 8. "Orange Crush" - Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Super Rep - Well known Planet Ocean Orange 42 running ETA and Sunnydale Super AR Crystal In all, 2 Modified Gens, 3 Frankens to various degrees and 3 Stock/Stock/Mods. Financials: 2 Modded High(ish) End Gens = 6 Reps (4 High End, 2 Stock/Mod) ...or to put it another way, Gen and Rep inverstment about equal. So, Rep world definitely provides more bang for the buck. But, as we say a gen is - a gen. Thanks for looking. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ylfig Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Very nice collection!Love the panda Speedy.I've been thinking about doing that to my Speedy (black dial) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvn Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Wonderful collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archetypal Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 I see you have it all covered over here. Congrats on a well refined and obviously considered collection. Be proud and wear them all well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtanak Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 I'll take em IWCs anyday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtiis Posted July 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Thanks guys. Yes, I've given some thought to the pieces I've collected over the years. I decided long ago quality over quantity. In fact, I feel with even these 8 pieces I'm "too covered" in some areas (to my thinking an use). Many Omegas (which I love) and many sports watches. I'm in a suit most days so... Selling the 3717 (hate the idea but) Selling the 1665 (hate the idea but again... both sportly - and though this in my only vintage and a very special one of a kind made by some of the best and long time names in Repdom - it's time to let her go) Selling the Speedy Date (hard decision)... my first rep... but you know - I don't wear her even though she's a great piece and one of the best 1:1 models according to Bytor's Reviews (which I read like the Bible when I first got started in all this). Better really to have someone have her who will put her to good use. This isn't intended as a sales thread so I won't get into prices here... in a few days I hope to post them in the appropriate section, but looking at my babies in their "crib" today I thought... wow... I've spend more than 12K on these puppies - but darn if they aren't a lovely little family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtanak Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Can't PM ya...But u know who to look for if ur letting the 3717 go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtiis Posted July 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Someone wanted to see more of the 1665. Here's a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitmic Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Lovely collection! I used to have some 30 watches but are now down to 10. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtguk Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Really nice pieces mate, your gonna regret it when their gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtiis Posted July 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 I know you're right ... Just got an email from the member who bought my JAG Franken sub and was reminded why it should still be in my box too. And, the 1665 is one if a kind while the Franken IWCs are hard to come by...but... I've some bills, only two wrists and would be blessed to have half as much in the case. So, I am now an UNmotivated seller ... ;( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtanak Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Then we shall just have to wait for ur bills to motivate u 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Great great collection jtiis, might be interested in that speedy date if you intend letting her go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CptTripps Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 I've been thinking of limiting myself to a set-number of watches. I just have too many 'projects' going on right now to make that feasible! Great looking group you have there. You should be proud of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramviksrille Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Eight is a good number, I try to stick with eight also, More is to close to hoarding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtguk Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Eight is a good number, I try to stick with eight also, More is to close to hoarding I'm a definite hoarder then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Great hi-end rep collection. Would be practical to be able to keep everything in one box... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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