zedleppelin13 Posted March 8, 2015 Report Share Posted March 8, 2015 I've been lurking around for a while now, trying to decide if I should start this hobby. I own a few Citizen and I feel the need to get a new watch. After looking for a new one for a while, I stumbled upon the world of replicas... I remember the days, in the late 80's when you could buy a $50 replica Tag, that looked nothing like the real thing... How have things changed! Now I really feel the need for a new one. I've learned so much in the past few months, reading posts here name down there.... You guys are amazing and I can't wait to share my first experience with everyone. First watch on my list. A 1887 Carrera. I've always had a thing for Tags. I've seen the latest version, with the grey dial and it's simply amazing. Also, being quite handy, I'm wondering how difficult it is to learn how to care for our watches ourselves. I've seen a few tutorials, videos, posts... Seems like a lot of fun (I've always loved figuring out how things work). Any good place to buy quality tools online? Anyone know a good watchsmith in the Montreal region? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POTR Posted March 8, 2015 Report Share Posted March 8, 2015 I've always had a thing for Heuer, at least till they were taken over by TAG. Those two names together still seem like a joke to me, especially after TAG only owned Heuer for 14 years before selling to LVMH in 1999. LVMH should have dropped the TAG name then, but as both companies are simply about conspicuous consumption and the appearance of luxury, I suppose it helped the 12 year old French LVMH to keep the 22 year old Luxembourg TAG name attached to the 139 year old Swiss watch company when they bought it. Figure out how that works... Welcome to the site. Enjoy the journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zedleppelin13 Posted March 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2015 I got to read up some history about this brand. I had no idea it changed hands like this. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TmeShare Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 For a watchsmith take a look at Rep Geek there is a thread there about rep friendly watchsmith in various US and Canadian cities. Welcome to the Forum. Love Heuer also and have several of their watches -Autavia, 810s, Monacos. TimeShare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TmeShare Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=92184&highlight=little+watch+store+houston For repair spots. A quick look and I saw a few in Toronto, Mississaga, Edmonton. Take a closer look for repair in Montreal. Timeshare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc33 Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 Another member from Montreal here! There's 3 now including you if I'm not mistaken. Welcome to the madness Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montrealer08 Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 (edited) If your looking for a good local watchsmith in Montreal, hook up with Elie at Suissonic at 620 Cathcart, he's excellent. Welcome aboard ! Edited March 10, 2015 by montrealer08 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civic4982 Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 Welcome! Sent from the my iPhone using Tapatalk s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted March 10, 2015 Report Share Posted March 10, 2015 Welcome to the forum! There's a few guys around from Montreal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GetReplicaWatches Posted March 12, 2015 Report Share Posted March 12, 2015 Not a Tag fan myself, but welcome aboard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt rider Posted March 13, 2015 Report Share Posted March 13, 2015 If your looking for a good local watchsmith in Montreal, hook up with Elie at Suissonic at 620 Cathcart, he's excellent. Welcome aboard ! Rep friendly I assume? I just moved nearby and need some repairs done. Any idea on price for a servicing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted March 13, 2015 Report Share Posted March 13, 2015 Hello and welcome to RWG. You have come to the right place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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