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    Quote Originally Posted by earlofsodbury View Post
    Love it, wish they'd stuck with that dial layout for DSub2 and 3, tho' I prefer the 'Plongeur' hands of those..
    You're right. The cross hair dial with the added text was missing on the DSub2 and DSub3 and it really didn't make any sense. Damasko nailed it first time with the DSub1.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Metalic Mud View Post
    New Arrival. DSUB 1.
    Been searching for a couple of months.
    Also purchased a Hirsch Robby and fitted the original Damasko buckle.

    Probably my favourite watch for now.

    Dealer also had a DSUB 2. Would have liked the pair. But it got sold while I was filling in my details on line.

    The Hirsch Robby perfectly matches the watch (mildly biased as I wear exactly the same combo - serial number 19 bought from SC a couple of years ago). I thought the price looked really good on eBay. Other design features that I like on the Dsub1 are the more pronounced bezel notches, and the submarine engraving on the case.

    I haven't tired of mine and hope you get as much pleasure!

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    Picked this up recently, and I still can't get on with the Damasko bracelet, so on a seatbelt-style NATO now. A good winter watch.




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    Quote Originally Posted by Qatar-wol View Post
    Picked this up recently, and I still can't get on with the Damasko bracelet, so on a seatbelt-style NATO now. A good winter watch.



    Glad it landed ok.

    Enjoy.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Qatar-wol View Post
    Picked this up recently, and I still can't get on with the Damasko bracelet, so on a seatbelt-style NATO now. A good winter watch.



    Nice, perfect daily I'd get a Nick Mankey 'Hook Strap' or Watch Steward 'Original Series' that you can wear double-looped (no material between wrist and caseback) - more comfort, less height.

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    I’ve had a lot of German watches over the years, this may be my favourite of them all.


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    Quote Originally Posted by waser View Post



    I’ve had a lot of German watches over the years, this may be my favourite of them all.
    That looks very cool.
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    Quote Originally Posted by andy tims View Post
    That looks very cool.
    Thanks Andy!


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    Picked this up recently and love the Damasko Bracelet. ;0)
    Although it’s not the one that came with the watch.




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    Picked this up this last week. I'd been thinking about a Damasko for a long time and now I'm wondering why I waited so long.

    It's fantastic but could be the start of an expensive obsession


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    They're good watches Brent.

    This for me - back with me after I foolishly sold it. A special-order DC82 with the 12-hour bezel (the special bit!)


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    Quote Originally Posted by Qatar-wol View Post
    They're good watches Brent.

    This for me - back with me after I foolishly sold it. A special-order DC82 with the 12-hour bezel (the special bit!)

    Lovely, that EO strap is perfection with that watch

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    My recently gone DC56, fantastic watch and would love a 3 hander next.

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    This beauty. My DK105

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    DK15 vs DA47

    Like them both. But they’re probably too similar in general looks to warrant keeping.
    Difference in the 20mm - 22mm bracelet is made up by the outer links.


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    I really like the DA15, a couple have popped up on SC over the past year and I have managed to not succumb :) Is it larger than DA47, it looks it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by mondie View Post
    Is it larger than DA47, it looks it?
    Couple of mm bigger I think, very similar to the DC66.

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    DK15 was one of the earliest with their in-house movement and quite a rarity. Pretty sure its the same watch that has had a few owners on here, and I've been tempted every single time it's come up for sale, but it's far too similar to a couple of my others, so always resisted. I'd not be able to let such a rarity go if I owned it...

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    Of the two, I much prefer the 47.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mondie View Post
    I really like the DA15, a couple have popped up on SC over the past year and I have managed to not succumb :) Is it larger than DA47, it looks it?
    I think every one that has popped up on here has been this one. ;0)
    I too had nearly purchased it a few times before.

    Definitely a bit bigger than the DA47.

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    Its a very cool watch MM, and if it is 42/43mm the perfect size too.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mondie View Post
    Its a very cool watch MM, and if it is 42/43mm the perfect size too.
    It’s listed as 42mm.

    But the DA47 is listed as 41.9mm

    I find that strange. Perhaps it’s the wider strap and lugs on the DK15 making it look bigger.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mondie View Post
    Its a very cool watch MM, and if it is 42/43mm the perfect size too.
    It’s listed as 42mm.

    But the DA47 is listed as 41.9mm

    I find that strange. Perhaps it’s the wider strap on the DK15 making it look bigger.
    Or the higher numbers on the bezel ;0)

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    Quote Originally Posted by andy tims View Post
    Of the two, I much prefer the 47.
    You might be right.
    Seriously thinking about having the bracelet on the DA47 shot or vapour blasted and keeping it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Metalic Mud View Post
    It’s listed as 42mm.

    But the DA47 is listed as 41.9mm.
    I think that's for the DA47 inc bezel as it's 40mm without.

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    Show us your Damasko

    Look what’s back:

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CpmrETEI...d=YmMyMTA2M2Y=


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    Look at the price!

    €2000+

    Rather find a DA36 used for £800

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    Even though the EO strap looked great I've put the awesome bracelet on that I already had after buying the watch from Walter

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    Quote Originally Posted by acg View Post
    Look at the price!

    €2000+

    Rather find a DA36 used for £800
    Yup. I admire Damasko breaking out into manufacturing their own movements, rather than getting embroiled in parts drama but this is a watch that should have a sellita in it and benefit from the economies of scale that come with it.

    I’d be shocked if there were tons of people paying that kind of money for one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Idontgram View Post
    Yup. I admire Damasko breaking out into manufacturing their own movements, rather than getting embroiled in parts drama but this is a watch that should have a sellita in it and benefit from the economies of scale that come with it.

    I’d be shocked if there were tons of people paying that kind of money for one.
    For comparison, a Sinn 104 on a strap sells for €1,320 (according to Sinn's website). Agree with the above comment 100%.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bonny Marco View Post
    For comparison, a Sinn 104 on a strap sells for €1,320 (according to Sinn's website). Agree with the above comment 100%.

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    It does seem expensive but it's an in house movement in a case you'll never have to pay to refinish and that'll always look pretty much pristine so they're right to charge something for those 'extras'.

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    Quote Originally Posted by deepreddave View Post
    It does seem expensive but it's an in house movement in a case you'll never have to pay to refinish and that'll always look pretty much pristine so they're right to charge something for those 'extras'.
    I think you’re missing the point. I’m saying I’d rather not have the extras, and pay less.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Idontgram View Post
    I think you’re missing the point. I’m saying I’d rather not have the extras, and pay less.
    I was commenting on why the offering and price point are higher than you'd prefer, rather than your preference.

    I've several models with off the shelf movements but can totally understand why they might prefer to progress and move up market, rather than targeting a lower price point, and wish them well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bonny Marco View Post
    For comparison, a Sinn 104 on a strap sells for €1,320 (according to Sinn's website). Agree with the above comment 100%.
    Not a good comparison - the 104 utilises a mundane movement and lacks a hardened steel case.

    Sinn's 856 is closer - but still has a mundane movement inside - and that is £2,000+ new now!

    FWIW, I've no doubt Damasko will issue a much cheaper variant with a more run-of-the-mill movement in due course, they've done as much with other recent issues.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 11erv View Post
    Marvy combo!

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    DS30 yellow

    My third DS30 and my second yellow. Let's see how long I keep this one.


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    DC66 Si with the Damasko silicone hairspring - my loyal companion for the past few years.

    Does anyone have the insight scoop on why Damasko stopped producing these?

    I assume their focus shifted entirely to in-house movements?

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    After a few weeks of wearing an Everest Classic and the smaller size of PRS-68 I got the urge for a Damasko. As the DA37 is away on it's holidays it was a choice from 1 . . .




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    The good old DC56 si has come out of its winter hibernation....

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    Quote Originally Posted by DanielBB View Post
    DC66 Si with the Damasko silicone hairspring - my loyal companion for the past few years.

    Does anyone have the insight scoop on why Damasko stopped producing these?

    I assume their focus shifted entirely to in-house movements?

    Damn nice watch.

    I don't have the scoop as such, but suspect it's a combo of (anecdotal) reliability issues with the early batch, plus Damasko's ever-present difficulty recruiting enough watchmakers to service demand: as soon as they train people up and get them proficient they head off to Schweiz for better pay and lower taxes. So, I'd guess they simplified their model lineup by dropping the more-expensive, less-popular movement option.

    The chronos all still use Valjoux 7750s, so no swap to in-house yet; daresay it'll happen eventually.

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    Thank you, Paul. That makes sense.

    I happened to call Damasko earlier on an unrelated matter and asked them about the availability of the Si models. Mrs Morrell confirmed that they have no plans to reintroduce the series, but they still have some stock available of all the Si models. I am quite tempted by a 56 now...

    Hope all is well with you and you're enjoying your 756!

    Quote Originally Posted by earlofsodbury View Post
    Damn nice watch.

    I don't have the scoop as such, but suspect it's a combo of (anecdotal) reliability issues with the early batch, plus Damasko's ever-present difficulty recruiting enough watchmakers to service demand: as soon as they train people up and get them proficient they head off to Schweiz for better pay and lower taxes. So, I'd guess they simplified their model lineup by dropping the more-expensive, less-popular movement option.

    The chronos all still use Valjoux 7750s, so no swap to in-house yet; daresay it'll happen eventually.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DanielBB View Post
    Thank you, Paul. That makes sense.

    I happened to call Damasko earlier on an unrelated matter and asked them about the availability of the Si models. Mrs Morrell confirmed that they have no plans to reintroduce the series, but they still have some stock available of all the Si models. I am quite tempted by a 56 now...

    Hope all is well with you and you're enjoying your 756!

    Sounds like they must have a few movements left. Must admit I'd be tempted myself - my 56 is actually looking a bit 'vulnerable' since I got the 756, especially as I fancy trying an Archimede Outdoor Chrono - but a DC56 Si could hold its place... Then again a lot of expensive refurbishment work happening here at the mo'...

    And yes, the 756 has barely been off my wrist since we met - really enjoying it! I hope the DC76 is getting some wrist time with you?

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    "Arty" wrist shot of the DC 82

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    DSub3 getting some wrist-time on an FKM 'Troffle' strap this weekend -


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    The coating on the Damasko picks up dirt really easy. Give it a clean with a toothbrush, and it looks like brand-new.

    I’m wearing it more now.

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    Was very lucky to pick up the OEM leather strap option for a DC86 from SC the other day and so now, I have all three OEM options covered.






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    Quote Originally Posted by BSB View Post
    Was very lucky to pick up the OEM leather strap option for a DC86 from SC the other day and so now, I have all three OEM options covered.
    Now the really hard part is choosing which to wear, since they all look superb!

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    Quote Originally Posted by markbannister View Post
    My third DS30 and my second yellow. Let's see how long I keep this one.

    lol.



    EDIT - loving this green Nick Mankey on the DC66.


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    Quote Originally Posted by earlofsodbury View Post
    Now the really hard part is choosing which to wear, since they all look superb!
    Well, novelty value will win out for a while so on the leather strap for now. Then it will also have to compete with a few other watches too. Keeps it interesting though.

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