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A stunning dial!

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TUDOR Black Bay Chrono 2021

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Iwc pilot mk17

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Seiko 5 Sports Orange Sunburst (SRPD59K1)

Seiko 5 Sports became famous for their colourful looks and steadfast reliability.

Originally named for their 5 key attributes: 1) automatic movement 2) day-date display 3) water resistance 4) recessed crown 5) durable case and bracelet, Seiko 5 Sports became famous for their colourful looks and steadfast reliability.

Incredible value for money and a great first watch for any collector.

A gorgeous dial; orange sunburst which contrasts very nicely against the bright white indices and gold hands. Very striking. 

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Farer Pendine II

Combining the best of halcyon styling with a contemporary timepiece, the matte heritage white curved dial + matching date wheel create the foundation for a richly detailed dial. Designed using mid grey outlined English numerals infilled with raised Grade A Super-LumiNova in mint green. 

Punched through the dial, the recessed triple sub dials in micro turned texture, show 1/10 second counter, minute counter and small seconds all with scarlet red hands for clear readings. The main 60 second chronograph hand sits on top in matching scarlet red while the hand below contrasts in steel blue for stand out. 

The bold colour combination continues on the curved split line design hour/minute syringe-style hands in rhodium-plated steel blue, infilled with Grade A Super-LumiNova in mint green for afterglow in the dark.

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Many ask if a watch is “unpolished”, yet fail to realize that it’s not a condition standard at all. If you, by asking that, aim at a NOS example; its wishful thinking regarding most vintage models, especially toolwatches, as that disqualifies 99% of the examples. (leaving the 1% is in a different price bracket) Regardless, a watch can be unpolished but worn-out or properly polished but pristine condition. Résumé: rather the degree and quality of polishing is of importance. “Overpolished” however, ís a condition standard and only let specialists do the job. Some artisans are so skillful they can make it appear mint and often subsequently it is then advertised as such by the seller; demanding a premium. To illustrate, we here have a challenging 5514 we had many years ago. This piece appears to be unpolished, but in fact is laser polished by Rolex Bexley, unidentifiable for the untrained eye. Yet, especially on a professional divers watch, I would even prefer it being beaten-up, as it adds to the charm and story. What is way more notable is the replacement parts: being a service dial, bezel and handset. Aforementioned has a way bigger impact on the desirability and thus the value. So ask the right questions and better yet: buy the seller! ℹ️ #amsterdamvintagewatches #rolex #rolex5514 #5514 #rolexcomex #rolexsubmariner #comexsubmariner #vintagerolex #vintagesubmariner (bij Amsterdam Vintage Watches) https://www.instagram.com/amsterdamvintagewatches/p/CYoR_YANRH2/?utm_medium=tumblr

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A pink and white-gold Gondolo ref. 5099. The Cabriolet moniker refers to the hinged cover that can be opened, like a cabriolet car, with two buttons at the side of the case. When the ‘top is popped’, a beautiful 1920s-style salmon dial with a grainy finish reveals itself. 🪄 #amsterdamvintagewatches #patekphilippe #gondolo #patekphilippegondolo #gondolocabriolet #5099 #patekphilippe5099 (bij Amsterdam Vintage Watches) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYWaZ33t4hA/?utm_medium=tumblr