Reply With QuoteGood question - I only became aware of this watch today.
What is the history to the name? Was it another watch brand of old?
This is a watch I've always wanted to own and quite possibly one of Eddie's best IMO. Trouble is, it seems to be rarer than the DN! I'm not looking to buy one now, but just out of interest, who owns one and what is your opinion? It's a watch I rarely see photos of on this site, never appearing in the Friday thread!
Good question - I only became aware of this watch today.
What is the history to the name? Was it another watch brand of old?
No - I think it's got personal connection to Eddie...I'm sure someone will answer more fully.
This is odd as I have also been meaning to ask what peoples thoughts on this are... after it was mentioned in the whats the favourite TF watch thread. I have always really admired it - I've heard its rated highly and remember Eddie saying it was one of his favourites that he produced.
As for the name I'm sure its got something to do with his parents surnames as in PRS (Platts Richmond Spencer) but I might have got that wrong.
Any more info, thoughts and of course pictures greatly appreciated!
I'n intrigued, any pictures out there?
Cheers
Simon
Ralph Waldo Emerson: We ask for long life, but 'tis deep life, or noble moments that signify. Let the measure of time be spiritual, not mechanical.
Cheers
Simon
Ralph Waldo Emerson: We ask for long life, but 'tis deep life, or noble moments that signify. Let the measure of time be spiritual, not mechanical.
Thanks! I like the hands and although not a fan of Roman numerals I like the way they are applied to the dial! Case is not too thin either!
Last edited by Lammylee; 22nd March 2013 at 23:00.
I have one. A favorite of mine. Richmond is Eddies Wifes Maiden name and Spencer is his mothers maiden name. Lovely watch, maybe I will wear mine tomorrow it has been awhile.
Case: Highly polished stainless steel case with pressure fit view back
Dimensions: Diameter = 40 mm, 48 mm lug tip to lug tip and 12.5 mm thick. Lug spacing is 20 mm
Weight: 70 grammes including strap ±2 grammes.
Movement: Unitas 17 jewel hand winding, calibre 6498 running at 21,600 BPH. Decorated with Geneva stripes and blued screws
W/R: 3 ATM/30 metres/100 feet
Crystal: Bombé sapphire
Was this when decorated 6498 movements were still avaiable at very nice prices?
Originally Posted by andamanen
Yes.
Very nice dress watch.
and for those relative newbies who really pay attention: they are the R and S in the PRS named series..... Now where did that P come from.......
for the forum members from before 2004 that should be a no-brainer.....
^^^^^^^^^^^^ I know but I'm not saying.
My father had two of the Richmond Spencers (one was stolen so the second replaced it) out of the thirty made.
After he passed on I received the watch so I guess it's an heirloom
Mine does get worn quite regularly, it is a very nice movement and it is also a lovely dress watch.
I'm not going to say how much they were selling for six or seven years ago but it was amazing value for money
Last edited by docd; 23rd March 2013 at 20:57. Reason: typo
Some old pictures - nice box & movement
It's one I don't wear often but love it when I do. Classic dress watch.
A beautiful watch. And I love the colour of that strap too. :-)
Give us newbies a clue - please
Beautiful watch
I thought it was, 'Platts', but I didn't join the forum until 2008 so not really qualified.Give us newbies a clue - please
Beautiful watch
PS. Still got my Richmond Spencer and still love it.
Dave.
Cheers- wow- never seen the other two.
The Wayback machine is a great reference tool for the older Timefactors models.
Fascinating stuff! Thanks very much for the link.
Yes...fun to view the 1999 version of TF!
How many watches were in the RS production run?
100.
Eddie
Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".
Another rare bird... but i managed to get a PRS 6 last week, so there is always hope in hunting them down!!
A watch I spent a lot of time looking at but never bought while it was available... Doh!
Dave
Last edited by dforgrieve; 25th March 2013 at 23:35.
Not the best pic by far but it does show the champagne dial.
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