Watches
Once again, I try to revive this thread from the depths of SR.com’s archives. Is anyone else here into watch collecting? If so, show them off.
I’ve been on a bit of a watch binge over the last couple of years. Here is the current state of my collection…
It’s been a good year for watch collecting. In 2024 I acquired the Seiko Pogue, Tudor Black Bay Chrono, and Breitling Cosmonaute. Meanwhile,
My next targets are an Original Seiko Pogue and/or an Omega Speedmaster.
Seiko Pogue homage - SSC947
- I have a thing for Astronaut watches. I’m still looking for an original Pogue at a decent price. The original Pogue is known for being snuck onto Skylab in the ‘70s but Col. Pogue, who preferred it over the NASA issued Omega Speedmaster.
Seiko Brian May Red Special - SRPE83K1
- I’ve always been a fan of Brian May, Freddie Mercury, and Queen. This thing is just gorgeous! The dial is designed to give the look of Brian May’s Red Special guitar. Most of the proceeds go to the foundation setup in Feddie Mercury’s name to combat AIDS/HIV
Tudor Black Bay Chrono Blue Boutique - M79360B-0002
- My latest acquisition. I’ve wanted a BB Chrono Pink but I’ve gotten tired of waiting for one.
Breitling Cosmonaute Automatic - 11525 67 1809
- Did I mention I like Astronaut watches? At some point I’ll buy a Speedmaster. I bought this at Jackroad and Betty when traveling in Japan last month. The Cosmonaute is basically a Breitling Navitimer with a 24 hour dial and a couple other mods. Astronaut Scott Carpenter had this watch during the fourth Mercury space mission. He asked Breitling to modify it into a 24 hour watch due to the fact that there is no day or night in space. This specific watch was made back in 1971. Making it as old as me.
Seiko Astron - JDM 8B63-0AZ0
- a VERY nice gift from my Mother-In-Law in Japan.
Citizen Campanola - 6771-T010750-TA
- This is one seriously cool watch. My wife bought it for herself but decided she didn’t like it. However, I do. It’s one of the few Campanola’s that doesn’t use roman numerals.
Timex PacMan - TW2U31900 T80
- It’s quirky, it’s cheap, it’s fun, it’s PACMAN!!
Casio Protrek - ALT-7000
- My 1st watch. This was given to me 30 years ago by my wife. Oh boy there is a good story there. It gives me altitude, barometric pressure, and temperature.
Casio Protrek - PRG-850Y
- Because Protreks are so awesome. This one is much more accurate than my ALT-7000. I use it every time I go to the mountains. This gives altitude, barometric pressure, Temperature, and has a nice compass to boot.
Swatch/Omega Mission to the Moonphase - New Moon - SO33B700
- Maybe my least favorite watch. I got this because I eventually want a Speedmaster. I thought this would tide me over until I get one but I almost never wear it. Maybe I should just try it with a different strap. The velcro one sucks.
Once again, I try to revive this thread from the depths of SR.com’s archives. Is anyone else here into watch collecting? If so, show them off.
I’ve been on a bit of a watch binge over the last couple of years. Here is the current state of my collection…
It’s been a good year for watch collecting. In 2024 I acquired the Seiko Pogue, Tudor Black Bay Chrono, and Breitling Cosmonaute. Meanwhile,
My next targets are an Original Seiko Pogue and/or an Omega Speedmaster.
Seiko Pogue homage - SSC947
- I have a thing for Astronaut watches. I’m still looking for an original Pogue at a decent price. The original Pogue is known for being snuck onto Skylab in the ‘70s but Col. Pogue, who preferred it over the NASA issued Omega Speedmaster.
Seiko Brian May Red Special - SRPE83K1
- I’ve always been a fan of Brian May, Freddie Mercury, and Queen. This thing is just gorgeous! The dial is designed to give the look of Brian May’s Red Special guitar. Most of the proceeds go to the foundation setup in Feddie Mercury’s name to combat AIDS/HIV
Tudor Black Bay Chrono Blue Boutique - M79360B-0002
- My latest acquisition. I’ve wanted a BB Chrono Pink but I’ve gotten tired of waiting for one.
Breitling Cosmonaute Automatic - 11525 67 1809
- Did I mention I like Astronaut watches? At some point I’ll buy a Speedmaster. I bought this at Jackroad and Betty when traveling in Japan last month. The Cosmonaute is basically a Breitling Navitimer with a 24 hour dial and a couple other mods. Astronaut Scott Carpenter had this watch during the fourth Mercury space mission. He asked Breitling to modify it into a 24 hour watch due to the fact that there is no day or night in space. This specific watch was made back in 1971. Making it as old as me.
Seiko Astron - JDM 8B63-0AZ0
- a VERY nice gift from my Mother-In-Law in Japan.
Citizen Campanola - 6771-T010750-TA
- This is one seriously cool watch. My wife bought it for herself but decided she didn’t like it. However, I do. It’s one of the few Campanola’s that doesn’t use roman numerals.
Timex PacMan - TW2U31900 T80
- It’s quirky, it’s cheap, it’s fun, it’s PACMAN!!
Casio Protrek - ALT-7000
- My 1st watch. This was given to me 30 years ago by my wife. Oh boy there is a good story there. It gives me altitude, barometric pressure, and temperature.
Casio Protrek - PRG-850Y
- Because Protreks are so awesome. This one is much more accurate than my ALT-7000. I use it every time I go to the mountains. This gives altitude, barometric pressure, Temperature, and has a nice compass to boot.
Swatch/Omega Mission to the Moonphase - New Moon - SO33B700
- Maybe my least favorite watch. I got this because I eventually want a Speedmaster. I thought this would tide me over until I get one but I almost never wear it. Maybe I should just try it with a different strap. The velcro one sucks.