By-Tor Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 This is my current collection of watches. I always tried to keep it in 8 pieces but "slipped" a bit. Then my Rolex-only collection. I've owned reps of almost all Rolex sports watches, but at the end of the day these 5 are the "must haves" for me. 1 gen, 2 frankens and 2 super reps. The only Rolex in my collection that I don't passionately love, is the GMTIIc. But it's a great rep so it deserves a permanent place there... 4 out of my 5 Rolexes have the 4th hand. I wouldn't mind getting the upcoming classic WM9 SeaDweller, but I think black steel Sub will suffice. Daytona... hmm... it's a nice watch and everything but I doubt it'd get any wrist time over my Ebel, SMP Chrono and Aquaracer. Some summaries of the watches: SFSO ETA: Well what can I say... one of the best reps ever done. I don't wear my SFO every week, but when I do I'm always genuinely impressed of it. The blue dial on the rep isn't exact, but who really cares... it's one of the most "believable" and accurate reps ever released. Classic Bond ETA SMP: The gen isn't too expensive, but I somehow feel "connected" with this rep. It's one of my first ever rep purchases and the movement is simply superb. Definitely gen Swiss ETA. One of the best timekeepers I have, and very rugged and nice tool watch to boot. Funny to say something like this of a rep, but it really is built like a tank. I often strap this on when I'm doing some construction work at my summer cottage (or anything physical, like jogging or riding the fitness cycle). Bond 7750 Chronograph: Still one of my favorites. I love everything on this watch: the size (perfect), thickness and the wrist presence. Maybe my all-time favorite chronograph watch (along with the Aquaracer). Ebel Discovery Chronograph: One of the new purchases. I wanted a white dial chronograph watch, and this filled the gap perfectly. Outstanding rep and an excellent looker. This is probably going to be my first choice for the dress duties. Gen 16710: Maybe my all-time favorite watch. I don't think gens are worth the ridiculous money they cost, but this one I simply HAD to buy as a gen. "Ceramic" GMT ETA WHS: I'm still not completely "sold" to this new model, but I like it more and more every day. The rep is a classic... and as a GMT nerd I had to buy it. TAG Aquaracer Day-Date Chronograph 7750: I've always been a big fan of this watch. And surprisingly, I love it more and more every year. Definitely one of my "bread and butter" models. Parting with this one is absolutely out of question. I doubt there has been a week that I haven't worn this one (after I purchased it summer 2006). Maybe my most-worn watch in the last 2 1/2 years. Damn, I think I'll put this on right now! Franken-Explorer II: This rare CHS version has been equipped with genuine dial. Dluddy built a similar beauty just recently, and this is my most prized rep possession. I love the white Explorer II, and I would definitely buy this as a gen (if my franken wasn't so damn nice). We all know the movement is a timebomb, but this devil keeps on working flawlessly, still after 3 1/2 years. If it ever stops, I'll replace it with WHS ETA. The hand stack is pretty much meaningless for me. Black Explorer II: The most underrated and most overlooked Rolex rep ever. The legendary black Noobfactory model. I'm surprised how much I like this watch, and how much I like to wear it. I'm a huge ExpII fan and I simply HAD to get them both. WM9 Submariner: My newest acquistion. You all read the review. Everyone should have one Sub, so why not get the second best one available? Second best to gen, that is. These are pretty much the watches I like to wear, and can't really think of many others that I absolutely want. I'm aware of the fact that my collection is quite unimaginative, but hey... I only wear steel sports models like these. No straps for me. The BCE has always been on my list, but I'm not too crazy about the polished bracelet. Another watch I have considered is the Omega AT... and if they'll ever release a better 42mm PO, I'd get that one immediately... other than those, I'm not really looking to buy anything new (unless something irresistible comes out). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave123 Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 The Fish looks great BT and man that gen rollie looks like a toy.... But to each his own,keeping what you like is the important thing,great pics of all of them..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Beautiful collection BT. Thanks for sharing You know what my favorite is I can't even keep my PAM collection to 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollobandit Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 (edited) Very nice collection. Edited September 8, 2008 by bollobandit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Very nice "Team" By-Tor... The only thing I can see that you're missing is a Piece on a Strap... I'd recommend the Navitimer on a Brown Croc... Double T . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chino Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 I still need those panda ebel and aquaracer because of your reviews. thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bene3 Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Nice collection By-Tor The Breitling Steelfish is lovely, one of the my favourite watch ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefwiggum Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Beautiful BT - It's what I aspire to................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hongkytonkman Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Thanks again for the great pics By-Tor. I'm just curious about your taste of SS bracelets : is there any particular reason that you're neglecting leather straps? I love that EBEL chrono w/ white dials! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capice Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 I tried to narrow down my collection too(got stuck on 24).........but it is hard because I like so many watches...great 8 BT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazarini Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Nice collection versatile pieces also ... i know hard to keep the numbers low as so many nice watches around ... personally i managed to slim it down to 7 pieces for the moment. enjoy them LAZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fauxlex Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 By-Tor, I do believe we have comparable tastes. Although I like 'coke' more than 'pepsi', I am also a sucker for blue faces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 By-Tor, You and Ubi illustrate it so well: quality... You are so right to have a small collection. What is the point having boxes full of watches one never wear Thanks for sharing those beauties and the pics with us. Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordRasta Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 I'm just curious about your taste of SS bracelets : is there any particular reason that you're neglecting leather straps? I'm the same way. I have some nice gens and reps on straps and they get no wrist time. The gens have been gifts from the wife over the years so I'm obligated to keep them. She doesn't seem to care that I don't wear them. Maybe she thinks I'm saving them for our son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cats Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 This is a beautifull collection By-Tor. Especially the Franken Rollies look great to my opinion. Carpe Diem Cats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbieG Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 That's the way you do it right there folks. Small, focused and yet versatile in a variety of dial colors and case sizes. Not easy to do considering they are all sports watches on SS bracelets. Good show BT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Very nice "Team" By-Tor... The only thing I can see that you're missing is a Piece on a Strap... I'd recommend the Navitimer on a Brown Croc... I'm thinking with the BT theme...a vintage black dial Rollie on croc would look great. Nice write up and some great pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplehd Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 BT - great pics and great collection. BTW - more Rollies than Omegas ?!?!!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 A great, well balanced collection! Nice mix of divers, GMTs and chronos and all very purpose oriented. Quality AND quantity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff g Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Nice. Eight IS enough. Like others here I have way too many. I wear the same three or 4 only. Some I never wear, but hold on to them for some sentimental reason I guess. Your reviews sell more watches on this forum than any dealer offerings, that's for sure. Wear them well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alw Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 I miss the straps too...my collection has everything except bracelets! Btw. I read somewhere that a typical Italian man has 7 watches in average, fact or myth, I don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted September 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2008 Thanks all. Somehow the straps don't seem to "grab" me at all. I simply don't feel comfortable wearing them. Planet Ocean with a rubber strap, yes... maybe. If someone has a good 2XAR UPO for sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROM Posted September 9, 2008 Report Share Posted September 9, 2008 Great collection By-Tor. Is absolutely amazing you can keep it to only eight, I have been trying to keep mine to under 10 but seems to creep to 14 everytime. Great control on your part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted September 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2008 Ok, I had to break my "8 watch rule" and ordered a black Explorer II from Eurotimez... to keep my whitey some company. Hey, I tried my best... The problem is that I simply can't stomach to trade any of the watches anymore... so keeping the addiction in control is only going to be downhill from here. Hmm, what's next? Maybe the WM9... and FINALLY the BCE? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted September 30, 2008 Report Share Posted September 30, 2008 Ok, I had to break my "8 watch rule" and ordered a black Explorer II from Eurotimez... to keep my whitey some company. Hey, I tried my best... The problem is that I simply can't stomach to trade any of the watches anymore... so keeping the addiction in control is only going to be downhill from here. Hmm, what's next? Maybe the WM9... and FINALLY the BCE? Great move BT. You'll love the black, I'm sure. And you might want the WM9 as you love Rolex You must have a Sub! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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