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    Lightbulb SOTC: October 2020

    Time for an update as there have been a few ins and outs. I have now settled on a steady 9 (not counting the odd Casio). I just have one left from my December 2019 hit list - perhaps that will show up by the end of this year. I had the Omega Apollo 8 SE and the Rolex YM on Oysterflex on the list. Both are now present.

    In no particular order:

    Omega X-33 MKII SE; Rolex LV 'Hulk'; VC Overseas 4500V "blue"

    I let a few X33 go which I regretted, tried the latest MK3 but really wanted a MK2 again as I find it one of the most functional quartz and this one appears to have the 1660"C" TQ module as it is super accurate. The Hulk also I let slip a couple of times. I paid way over market for this but then its not leaving anytime soon - currently on a leather NATO - super comfy to wear. The VC - what can I say - one of the top tier class pieces - I feel honoured to own this one. Its on the rubber strap but equally at home on the super metal bracelet.




    Zenith El Primero CP2 LE PuristPro 1 of 50; Omega Apollo 8 SE; Breitling 806 re-edition

    I keep thinking of letting this Zenith go - but it has a pedigree movement and is super legible, now on Haveston strap makes it comfy to wear as well. The Omega - great looking piece but has ended up on SC but still with me! Looks great, performs beautifully, perhaps I need to give it time. The Breitling - at 39mm one of the smallest Navitimers out there - produced to the 806 original and so well - even to the hand painted numerals and plexiglass - only thing modern is the B01 based manual wind movement. I've lost count how many numbers there are on the dial.




    Saving the best (IMHO) until last

    Rolex 126655 (2020); Patek Philippe 5146J Annual Calendar (2006); Rolex Air-King-Date (from 1978)

    Here is the recently picked up the Rose Gold YM and my favourite at the moment - so comfortable to wear with glidelock clasp meaning it can be adjusted exactly. The solid gold case is smooth and shiny - I guess I'll mark it at some point. Then there is my long standing Patek which will never leave me. Works perfectly - keeping excellent time and clasp still clips firmly into place. Finally the diminutive Air-King-Date at 35mm is a little small for my taste but will not be leaving the collection. Like the Patek the Air-King has sentimental value.



    Finally a group shot. Here is the complete set:



    Thanks for looking

    Martyn.
    Last edited by MartynJC (UK); 22nd October 2020 at 10:12.

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    The YM40 on Oysterflex is a corker. Lovely watch.

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    The ones that appeal to me, in no particular order: Zenith, Breitling and the Air-King. Actually I think the Air-King is the pick of the litter for me.

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    Lovely varied collection. Always thought your Patek is great.

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    A lovely bunch, Martyn. If I had to choose one, it would be the VC.

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    I think the Omega is the best looking of your middle trio, so perhaps providence it's still with you. The YM definitely adds a nice touch of balance. Finally, Hulk on black nato, not for me. But then how dull if we were all the same.

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    Awesome stuff!

    My top picks would be the VC (of course!) and the YM.

    Good variety. I'd swap that digital Omega out for one of the non-pictured Casio's personally if I was in your shoes, but other than that I like them

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    Great collection. Love the air king

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    Beautiful pieces!

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    Stunning collection Martyn and that front row in the bottom picture - wow!

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    Lovely collection like seeing the hulk on a nato for a change!


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    Blimey! Rolex YM is the pick of the bunch for me. Nice collection.

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    The Air King is an absolute stunner, and so is the VC 4500 Overseas which has become my grail of late.

    Gorgeous collection pal

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    These are really nice. The air king, the x-33 and the navitimer I have particular soft spots for so it’s really interesting to see them in a collection.

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    Call me a philistine, but I'd go for the X33, a Gen 2 and with the "upgraded" movement. One day.
    But overall such a superb collection - the YM is also a delight!

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    What a great collection. I think my favourite is the YM but I do love the PP and VC, and your Zenith is rather special too.

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    Very nice collection, very varied.

    I especially like the VC, very classic sports watch.

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    Great collection, good to see the hulk on a NATO.

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    I always enjoy reading your SOTC posts to see how much it has changed from a previous update.😀

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    Quote Originally Posted by gbn13 View Post
    I always enjoy reading your SOTC posts to see how much it has changed from a previous update.
    Cheers! Here was my collection in 2010 by comparison



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    Quote Originally Posted by MartynJC (UK) View Post
    Cheers! Here was my collection in 2010 by comparison


    Ten years ago, but still a lovely collection.

    Interesting that Rolex, Breitling and Omega have been constants, albeit different models (other than the AK).

    I am now thinking that the concept of sentimental watches that will never be sold is a double edged sword. I have ended up with a few, covering stuff like watches bought to mark wedding of daughters, birth of children, significant anniversaries/birthdays and packing in work. I will keep them all, but if they had been bought at other times, I don’t think they would all have stuck.

    On that basis would you still have the PP and AK if acquired in other circumstances?
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    That Air-King is lovely
    I’d be interested to see how the VC wears on you. (You have similar wrist size to me)as I thought the AP offshore you had looked too big on so not sure how the VC compares as it’s on a wish list of mine.
    Great set
    Only found out a couple of days ago how much that model of PP is worth!!


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    Quote Originally Posted by gbn13 View Post
    .....On that basis would you still have the PP and AK if acquired in other circumstances?
    These two are different: I bought the Patek Philippe 5146J myself and plan to never sell. The AK was my fathers and became mine after my mother gave it to me. I don’t think I would have bought it myself. I would probably go for a blue faced DJ instead with a more modern movement- the AK-D has no quickset date.

    Quote Originally Posted by Hood View Post
    That Air-King is lovely
    I’d be interested to see how the VC wears on you. (You have similar wrist size to me)as I thought the AP offshore you had looked too big on so not sure how the VC compares as it’s on a wish list of mine.
    Great set
    Only found out a couple of days ago how much that model of PP is worth!!


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    here is one. It doesn’t overhang wrist which is my main criteria


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    I've settled on a 5 piece
    Omega 145.022 78
    Rolex 16700 116520 14060
    VC Overseas 4500

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    Such a beautiful watch, I've been doing all the usual review research of late, plenty of YouTube vids etc, I definitely see this watch in my future.

    I have to ask, do you find the lack of hacking to be an annoyance or maybe not given the size of your current rotation?

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    Quote Originally Posted by woodruffm View Post
    I have to ask, do you find the lack of hacking to be an annoyance or maybe not given the size of your current rotation?
    It’s not an annoyance - though I would prefer it.

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    Excellent collection, I like them all and all the previous ones too.

    The YM really looks cool.


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    Beautiful collection. Not really familiar with that VC but its quality looks stunning. Been trying to resist that 806 re-edition but think I’ll have to give in now and find one - blast you!

    Regards

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    Fantastic collection! I love the YM. I am considering the white gold version.

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    It’s about as close to perfect a collection as I have seen. The Patek and Vacheron are my grail watches, and the Yachtmaster and Air King certainly are exquisite pieces. Great taste!


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    Great collection Martyn mate. That Air King date is the pick of the bunch for me - I have a real soft spot for Rolexes of that era (watches of that era in general tbh!)

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    Which size box did you get with the yacht master martyn, M or L?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hooshabak View Post
    Which size box did you get with the yacht master martyn, M or L?
    L: as it’s PM - Rose Gold

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    Quote Originally Posted by MartynJC (UK) View Post
    L: as it’s PM - Rose Gold
    Yeah that’s what I thought but I was talking to somebody today and they said should be medium and only platinum comes in large box now, thanks anyway

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hooshabak View Post
    Yeah that’s what I thought but I was talking to somebody today and they said should be medium and only platinum comes in large box now, thanks anyway
    I received a L box and my AD confirmed it was the correct size for this PM model. Thanks anyway


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