Search found 42 matches

by mbhoward
Fri Aug 07, 2015 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C4 'Phoenix'
Replies: 258
Views: 14477

Re: C4 'Phoenix'

Mine has arrived no. 1741. Slightly taller on the wrist than I expected but nothing I won't get used to. Amazed and thrilled with the value that the watch represents. Agree with the remarks about the leather strap - very long for a standard. I've ordered a C70 Black Bader to put onto it so will let ...
by mbhoward
Wed Aug 05, 2015 7:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SH21 - Hand Wind & Auto Pictures
Replies: 8
Views: 1339

Re: SH21 - Hand Wind & Auto Pictures

Great pictures. The C9 SS is calling to me.
by mbhoward
Wed Aug 05, 2015 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C4 'Phoenix'
Replies: 258
Views: 14477

Re: C4 'Phoenix'

Got my dispatch email too. Have altered the significant-other's plans for tomorrow to ensure she's onsite to receive and sign for! She's not happy but I'm delighted it is on it's way.
by mbhoward
Tue Aug 04, 2015 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A few pics of the C9 Small Seconds
Replies: 25
Views: 2616

Re: A few pics of the C9 Small Seconds

PR indicator is on my list of wants. A small PR dial on the C9 SS would be perfect. It's absence isn't enough to stop me wanting a C9 SS at the moment though.
by mbhoward
Fri Jul 31, 2015 12:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C4 'Phoenix'
Replies: 258
Views: 14477

Re: C4 'Phoenix'

Last day of July.... I assume they are being dispatched immediately?!
by mbhoward
Wed Jul 29, 2015 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: just bought a C9 5 Day Small-Second Chronometer - 40mm
Replies: 21
Views: 2815

Re: just bought a C9 5 Day Small-Second Chronometer - 40mm

Congratulations. Great choice and I look forward to the pictures as I'm interested in getting one myself.
by mbhoward
Sat Jul 18, 2015 12:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C9 5-day Small Seconds is finally here!
Replies: 72
Views: 5924

Re: C9 5-day Small Seconds is finally here!

I was excited about this watch when I saw the release information so many months back now. I think it is a beautiful watch to look at, the numerals (IV vs. IIII) doesn't both me at all. The date window is a little larger than on some recent CWs which I think really helps keep the shadowing down and ...
by mbhoward
Sat Jul 18, 2015 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C4 'Phoenix'
Replies: 258
Views: 14477

Re: C4 'Phoenix'

I'd been watching the online auctions for a C4 for a while, wanted an new EDW and an alarm is a really useful feature and what keeps me wedded to my Tissot T-Touch normally. So when I got the email on the re-issue I jumped on it. Mixed feelings about the old logo - conclusion is that it is what it i...
by mbhoward
Tue Mar 03, 2015 11:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C9 40mm SH21 small seconds
Replies: 100
Views: 8862

Re: C9 40mm SH21 small seconds

I'm very interested in this watch as I have been looking for a manual winder to add to the collection and had previously been close to purchasing the Slimline. Much of the commentary seems to be down to personal taste. For me the numerals and the date are balanced and well positioned. Price will be ...
by mbhoward
Fri Jul 18, 2014 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Questions for "Chat with Chris" - 2014
Replies: 87
Views: 9055

Re: Questions for "Chat with Chris" - 2014

+ 1 on the mid-size question, but also:

Do the complication variations include plans for a mechanical alarm?

Thanks.
by mbhoward
Wed Jul 02, 2014 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big reveal
Replies: 304
Views: 17353

Re: Big reveal

Too big for me :( Shame as it is a nice looking watch and I like the concept behind the movement. Perhaps I'll wait for the 41mm, power reserve, chronograph version ;)
by mbhoward
Sat Jun 28, 2014 9:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: US Post Office not allowing watches to goto UK?
Replies: 31
Views: 2751

Re: US Post Office not allowing watches to goto UK?

It could be the lithium battery -if it has one. Here in the UK we now have to declare that if the watch has a lithium battery then the battery is not loose but actually inside the watch. It's a newish regulation; but it hasn't stopped my sending watches at all. Another anti-terrorist measure? Not a...
by mbhoward
Tue Jun 24, 2014 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Power reserve
Replies: 27
Views: 2163

Re: Power reserve

Sounds like it needs a service.

My Omega was down to less than 10 hours reserve and even 1800 Turns per day on my winder was keeping it running. Had it serviced and it easily lasts 24hours plus without movement from (I presume a full wind) and seems to be very happy at 700 tpd on my autowinder.
by mbhoward
Tue Jun 24, 2014 4:29 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: Cheap Rotary automatic watch in H.Samuel sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1994

Re: Cheap Rotary automatic watch in H.Samuel sale

Great spot and good value but not for me.
by mbhoward
Tue Jun 24, 2014 4:23 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: New incoming - Dark Side of the Moon
Replies: 50
Views: 3541

Re: New incoming - Dark Side of the Moon

Great post and beautiful watch. Congratulations.

Much jealousy at this end :wink: