ogladio Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Just realized earlier today that I had passed 1000 posts, so thought I'd take the opportunity to celebrate that retroactively and also to say thanks to you all for having me here! My story about getting here resembles that of many others I think... Back in 2011 I scanned the web for a good deal on a (gen) IWC Portu. This in turn led me onto sites like "swisswatches", "pureswiss" etc. Here I started reading up on A vs A++ replicas, as well as learning about how replica watches made in Switzerland were in comparison to the Japanese. Luckily, before doing anything stupid, I also found this place! This great place, which I now have considered my rep home since 2011 - although I frequent most forums to varying degree. The pre-v Panerai interest led me onwards to WC, following interest in yet 60 years older Pams led to my second home HF - and in parallell I just loved reading about all the fantastic vintage Rolex builds here on RWG and started hoarding parts. As threads are worthless without pics, I chose to bring out my collection and take some pictures to share today. Thank you everyone for all the knowledge and good spirit that you share here - and thanks for having me here for 1244 days so far! The 6541 Milgauss: The 1675 GMT: The non-oyster 6263 PN: The pre-comex 5514: The non-cyclops 1680: The gilt 1016: And yes - I did get that Portu also btw, after various rounds with Texski, Hugo and Concepta... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCM21_88 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 VERY admirable post @ogladio as I too as many here are, vintage rolex fiends lol love the collection that IWC has my eye Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dlf Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Stunning builds I love that Newman!!, and 1675 is gen?! Really great watches, thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Why can't I see pics............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Why can't I see pics............. Hmm, that's odd Mike - if anyone should see them it's you mate! Do refresh etc, have an imageshack premium account that I can check otherwise. Must warn however that photos are dark so still a bit hard to see - that's how it is in Sweden for another three months. Stockholm has had a total of 4 hours sun in November... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jigelow Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 All you guys with your gorgeous chronos. I'm going to need to build one next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 VERY admirable post @ogladio as I too as many here are, vintage rolex fiends lol love the collection that IWC has my eye Thank you! Yes, do check out the IWC 3714 series. Very versatile depending on what strap you choose - from casual on say a leather nato to very dressy on a gen croc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 I see this weird: "As threads are worthless without pics, I chose to bring out my collection and take some pictures to share today. Thank you everyone for all the knowledge and good spirit that you share here - and thanks for having me here for 1244 days so far! The 6541 Milgauss: The 1675 GMT: The non-oyster 6263 PN: The pre-comex 5514: The non-cyclops 1680: The gilt 1016: And yes - I did get that Portu also btw, after various rounds with Texski, Hugo and Concepta... :)" Most likely my security stuff keep it set pretty tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
508-Fanatic Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Really tremendous collection! congratulations. I'm just starting out my experience here, and halfway through collecting the mostly gen parts for a Franken 5513 build from the amazing and super helpful members here! Maybe someday I'll have a collection like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Very nice collection Similar experience here in finding this great place. Although before I figured out I liked vintage pieces I went through about 20 modern ones. I think I am a slow learner.... Sent from my droptop using telepathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 That non-cyclops 1680 ... holy smokes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCM21_88 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Sounds good mate I shall definitely do so! Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazz37 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Lovely collection, my fav being the 5514 enjoy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Beautiful collection!! Very nice selection of vintage Rolex. Is that a Bakelite or Lexan insert on the 1675, or are my old eyes playing tricks on me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Beautiful collection!! Very nice selection of vintage Rolex. Is that a Bakelite or Lexan insert on the 1675, or are my old eyes playing tricks on me? Thank you! Your eyes are playing tricks, it's a red back gen fat font gmt insert. For that other build we've been chatting about however... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Wasn't sure, but it looks mighty nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceocorona Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 1675 and 5514 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 Congrats on a fine collection! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elchino Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 Lovely collection! Im speechless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyyammine Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 Jesus christ i want that milgauss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam007 Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 ok we need more pictures of that 5514 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijnp Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 Wow, this is a stunning collection you've got there mate! I want to buy your collection haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted December 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 ok we need more pictures of that 5514 Well, of course mate, here you go (pardon various dust, smudge and scratches!) : Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted December 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 Thanks also everyone for all the kind comments! Found it interesting to see how diverse they were too - more or less everyone lifting up different pieces as their favorite. Funny, as that's more or like less like I feel when I open the box in the mornings (or evening before !) to pick the watch for the day - more or less different watches every day... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam007 Posted December 3, 2014 Report Share Posted December 3, 2014 Your 5514 is the best Franken build I have seen. Beautiful maxi dial Beautiful bezel and FF insert with pearl Beautiful leather shoes Beautiful 702 Is that a service T19? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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