jimjen178 Posted November 5, 2007 Report Share Posted November 5, 2007 "Got Milk?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Tracy Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 After years of squinting at Graham,.. my original view has not changed. Graham tries too hard and goes way Over the Top,.. from the designs to their names,.. "Chrono Fighter" .. indeed.. .. Would be like Seiko coming out with a "Samurai Master" with a sword handle sticking out of the side as a crown guard and blades for hands.. Lastly,...Dealer's opinions in threads such as these are to be taken in context.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DET11 Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 These watches remind me of an old western movie quote....." There are only two things more beautiful than a gun....a swiss watch and a woman, from anywhere." hehe.....all in one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcsherry Posted November 9, 2007 Report Share Posted November 9, 2007 I agree with a lot of these comments, you really do have to see it in real life to appreciate it. It amazes me how many people are obsessed with buying U-Boat watches, a Panerai Egiziano, Omega Railmaster XXL, Bell & Ross etc - these watches are so much different in person than they appear on screen, and really do need to be seen to be believed! It's a bit like nit-picking over details on reps - when you're looking at a 5x life size image on screen, fair enough the 'L Swiss L' is obvious, but when it's on your wrist, nobody will notice it's not a T-dial, or the font is 1/4mm too low! The internet is a great thing, but there are far too many people who stare blankly at a screen, casting opinions rather than seeing these watches in real life. Go on, get down to your nearest AD and I promise you won't be dissapointed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chad Posted November 9, 2007 Report Share Posted November 9, 2007 I have seen enough gold rolexs here with diamonds and the like to not be surprised by anyone's taste. I agree with a lot of these comments, you really do have to see it in real life to appreciate it. It amazes me how many people are obsessed with buying U-Boat watches, a Panerai Egiziano, Omega Railmaster XXL, Bell & Ross etc - these watches are so much different in person than they appear on screen, and really do need to be seen to be believed! It's a bit like nit-picking over details on reps - when you're looking at a 5x life size image on screen, fair enough the 'L Swiss L' is obvious, but when it's on your wrist, nobody will notice it's not a T-dial, or the font is 1/4mm too low! The internet is a great thing, but there are far too many people who stare blankly at a screen, casting opinions rather than seeing these watches in real life. Go on, get down to your nearest AD and I promise you won't be dissapointed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceberg1459 Posted November 18, 2007 Report Share Posted November 18, 2007 The watch actually would really look great without these bubble like things over the subdials.But for that money there are many better looking watches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viennawatch Posted November 18, 2007 Report Share Posted November 18, 2007 I'm with TTK, all the way. Grahams are amazing watches. Other than the TAG Monaco Chrono, the G. Chronofighter is one watch I want to buy as a genuine. I love these behemoths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arty909 Posted November 18, 2007 Report Share Posted November 18, 2007 Oh, that's just awful. If you're going to wear a watch that's that fugly, at least be able to offer a reason why it is that way. Case and point- this Romain Jerome is available for $7800- $173,000 USD since it uses steel from the sunken 'Titanic'. I wouldn't wear it either, but I guess it would make a great conversation piece! Good evening, Arty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted November 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2007 Oh, that's just awful. If you're going to wear a watch that's that fugly, at least be able to offer a reason why it is that way. Case and point- this Romain Jerome is available for $7800- $173,000 USD since it uses steel from the sunken 'Titanic'. I wouldn't wear it either, but I guess it would make a great conversation piece! Wow, Arty nice find! Commercialism at its worst, utter worst, the graves of thousands turned into a bibelot...and yet, I want one -- for the same reason this gives me goosepimples just hearing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario33 Posted November 19, 2007 Report Share Posted November 19, 2007 Surprised to hear the distaste for the Swordfish -- I am simply in love with the watch -- especially this one: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceberg1459 Posted November 19, 2007 Report Share Posted November 19, 2007 I agree with a lot of these comments, you really do have to see it in real life to appreciate it. It amazes me how many people are obsessed with buying U-Boat watches, a Panerai Egiziano, Omega Railmaster XXL, Bell & Ross etc - these watches are so much different in person than they appear on screen, and really do need to be seen to be believed! It's a bit like nit-picking over details on reps - when you're looking at a 5x life size image on screen, fair enough the 'L Swiss L' is obvious, but when it's on your wrist, nobody will notice it's not a T-dial, or the font is 1/4mm too low! The internet is a great thing, but there are far too many people who stare blankly at a screen, casting opinions rather than seeing these watches in real life. Go on, get down to your nearest AD and I promise you won't be dissapointed! Very well said dude, i totally agree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elementrace Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 There are some watches that are worn by men for the sake of fashion. I grant you, Panerai can be considered one. I think everyone here wears a watch for the "sake of fashion" to some degree. Why else would we be so concerned about how a watch looks or how closely it resembles a gen? True, the history of Panerai may be a bit overblown but remember we are talking about replicas so it wouldn't matter to me at least unless I owned a gen. I myself am a fan of Panerai designs. I think the designs are generally beautiful but simple. I also like Bell & Ross watches. They have a sort of simple pretty ugly design. Just my opinion. BTW this is a great place to learn and read about replica's and genuine watches too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizzon Posted April 14, 2008 Report Share Posted April 14, 2008 The Graham Chronofighter is what started my facination with watches. These watches have history and a very original look. I don't wear mine every day but when I do, I get mixed reactions. Graham and BR are two of my favorite watch manufactures because of the originality of the designs. You can spot one across the room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geo1nah2a Posted April 14, 2008 Report Share Posted April 14, 2008 While I love the idea of the two cyclops on top of the running sec/timer minutes, I think the impact it has on the readability of the time is enough to classify this design as a fashion item.. And as a fashion item, I might buy one if the full black version becomes available. I just hope nobody will ask me what the time is around 14:20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 The swordfish and the chrono fighter are some of the coolest new rep releases i've seen in a while! Hopefully by the end of summer i will have both models in my collection. Its a very accurate rep from what ive heard and seen dizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mastergod Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 Ugh, hate those crown guards. They took the Panerai ones, and made them look like extra-terrestrial pirate hooks. spot on mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jchurch Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 I love mine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 Surprised to hear the distaste for the Swordfish -- I am simply in love with the watch -- especially this one: It has its charm...its will get you a lot of attention and that is worth a lot....it is very masculine but not sure if its a true pussymagnet...but certainly GRAHAM is not my cup of tea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narikaa Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 Chronofighters are wonderful conversation pieces Especially if youre on vacation in Dresden . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 Chronofighters are wonderful conversation pieces Especially if youre on vacation in Dresden . Now DRESDEN was a disaster This watch was developed as a tribute to the bomber pilots and navigators of the British Royal Air Force. The large lever allows the chronograph to be started and stopped without the crewman removing his gloves. The watch function controls were moved to the left side of the case to allow the wearer to use his thumb to control the watch. The thumb is much quicker to act than the other fingers thus providing greater accuracy. Movement: mechanical with automatic winding; Graham Caliber G-1722; power reserve approx. 42 hours. Functions: hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds; chronograph. Case: steel, satin-finished; 42.5 x 12 mm (excl. lugs & crown); steel crown, lever and push-button; back secured by 8 screws. Dial: black, with silver sub-dials; applied Arabic numerals, baton and square markers with luminous coating; sword hands with luminous coating. Indications: subsidiary seconds at 3; minute counter at 9; sweep chronograph second hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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