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And here are some to start off proceedingsโฆ
Apr 05, 2024,10:43 AM
One with a very unique operating mechanismโฆ
The largest I have at 51mm with a fully revolving caseโฆ
One with a strap especially for Abel ๐๐ฆ๐ท
One that we know well here ๐๐ป๐
A bit of vintage goodness ๐๐ป
And another watch well known here that comes closest to being a chronograph for a non-chronograph ๐๐๐ป
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The April WS - Chronographs - is live!
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-10:38
As announced on Wednesday, the theme for this monthโs WS will be chronographs. It is still a super popular complication amongst many of us, even if many (if we are being honest) use it more to experience the pusher feel than to actually time something in ...
And here are some to start off proceedingsโฆ
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-10:43
One with a very unique operating mechanismโฆ The largest I have at 51mm with a fully revolving caseโฆ One with a strap especially for Abel ๐๐ฆ๐ท One that we know well here ๐๐ป๐ A bit of vintage goodness ๐๐ป And another watch well known here that comes closest t...
Thanks again!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:09
Used to be my favorite complication and to an extent it still is, even if I hardly ever use them as intended ๐๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
Love the Chopard!
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-17:02
And the strap is great with it - good eye!!
Wow! Thatโs awesome my friend!!
By: Subexplorer : April 6th, 2024-02:15
What an array of superb chronos!! You always remind me that I need a Chopard in my collection!! Cheers! Abel
Hello dear friend KM!! You put the bar very high withโฆ
By: Subexplorer : April 6th, 2024-02:13
โฆ your starting post!! As usual you share some great watches and sporting awesome straps. Of course I specially love the Argentinian straps!! Thank you!! Now choosing a watch from your choices today is more difficult. The unique JLC system of operation ma...
The Izul might surprise you ๐๐ป
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:13
Seiko used to have a knack of making massive watches very wearable. Had some friends with slender wrists try the 47mm Landmaster the other day and they were all surprised at how well it fit ๐๐ฆพ
Right you are!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:20
And here many brands with their availability squeeze are definitely missing a trick if getting a fully satisfied customer the first time around ๐๐ป
Agree!!
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-14:15
My daily wearer...
By: fmc000 : April 5th, 2024-10:58
...until I get my 1601 back from service. ...
Thanks.
By: fmc000 : April 5th, 2024-12:19
Classic indeed...
By: fmc000 : April 7th, 2024-14:17
... 28 years old actually. Thanks for your comment.
Thank you :)
By: Ludi : April 5th, 2024-11:13
The 2446C GMT is my own favouriteโฆ but Iโm partial too as it is my birth year watch
How cool is that!
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-12:20
Now you just need to tell us you have the CP-1 UG ๐๐ค๐ป๐ค๐ป๐ค๐ป
:-)))
By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : April 5th, 2024-14:42
Shark
By: FranckAlexandre : April 5th, 2024-11:57
By: FranckAlexandre : April 5th, 2024-11:58
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By: psfparis : April 5th, 2024-12:27
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thanks
By: psfparis : April 5th, 2024-14:36
Lovely
By: Ajas : April 6th, 2024-11:47
My absolute favorites
By: TeutonicCarFan : April 5th, 2024-13:01
Manual wind, hand finished, low volume chrono by montblancs minerva workshops in villeret. Enamel dials is the cherry ๐ ...
These are magical indeed ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-13:17
While many more have been finally made than initially promised to by are truly astounding in terms of design and finishing. Would definitely like to add one with a 13.21 movement one day (my hand is too puny for the larger ones ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ)๐ค๐ป
I forgot
By: TeutonicCarFan : April 6th, 2024-11:51
My first watch is a chrono! I think it needs a battery๐
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Iโm always in awe of Minerva movements.
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-13:11
Iโd love to add one at some stage - but have yet to find a modern dial that draws me in, apart from some of the limited edition recent releases that are hard to source.
They are amazing indeed!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:24
But do try especially the 44 and 45mm ones first to make sure they are comfortable on your wrist ๐๐๐ป
Many thanks!
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-17:53
I have a 17.2cm wrist - with a flat top which makes larger wears more accessible. Largest in my collection is my Zeitwerk Striking Time at 44mm in WG which wears quite comfortably - but with relatively short lugs.
So here goes.
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-13:31
Zenith Defy 21 Vacheron Cornes de Vache Patek Speedy โ57 Moonwatch JLC Duometre FPJ Rattrapante Navitimer 1959 Datograph Daytona And one more CDV ๐คฃ ...
The who is who of modern chronographs ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-13:40
Some truly astounding pieces you show and itโs hard to choose only one ๐ Although I have to say your CdV shot with the hat is an all time classic and always a top contender for top spots ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Thanks KM
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-16:58
Iโve reached the age where I can pull off the โhat lookโ๐คฃ. Trilbies are easier than most - working up the nerve for a Homburg!
I have a hard time with the Patek movement.
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-17:01
The issue is the column wheel cap which takes up a large amount of real estate on the caseback and its polished surface is quite a distraction. The CDV movement is prettier - but they both come a distance 2nd and 3rd to the Datograph.
Havenโt noticed an issue with the reliability.
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-19:22
I have a fairly large number of watches so donโt tend to wear any one for more than a day or so. Ironically the only one to exhibit rate issues was the Datograph - which had become massively magnetized for some reason. The balance wheel was banking and th...
Wowowowow
By: TeutonicCarFan : April 5th, 2024-22:13
Chrono king! CdV and dato normally are tops...but this FPJ ๐คค (and I'm not even an fpj fan boy)
Thanks!
By: Timeout : April 5th, 2024-23:17
Iโm no fanboy either - I try to find the positives in all brands - although some are easier than others ๐คฃ. As far as FPJ goes Iโm off the beaten track with this Linesport Rattrapante, a Havana RG Chronometre Souverain and a platinum Quantieme Perpetuel. I...
Thanks Abel!
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-13:02
I admire your self-restraint in not picking the CDV๐คฃ
Quality ! โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 8th, 2024-14:17
Both the photos and the watches look great !
Thanks Captain!
By: Timeout : April 8th, 2024-22:18
Iโll be taking lots of photos this week๐
Not a MoonSwatch
By: jml_watches : April 5th, 2024-13:40
Hi All My one & only chronograph - a Swatch Skin, from back in the day. Not sure when it last got worn. HAGWE Cheers JML ...
A Swatch in a croc!
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-13:42
Now that is not something one sees everyday ๐๐ป๐๐ป Really like the use of the quartz movement to make unusual design choices and itโs a cool piece overall ๐๐๐ป
The bane of our existence ๐
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:18
Perchance one or more of us having a lot of watches ๐๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ First world problems ๐
+1๐คฉ
By: TeutonicCarFan : April 5th, 2024-22:23
Impressive!!!
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-13:13
Not really my style - but I can appreciate the work thatโs gone into this one. This really is a masterpiece in symmetry in a dial.
Hmmhh.. Let me see what to chip in to play..
By: hs111 : April 5th, 2024-16:08
๐ PP 5172G - my latest arrival Really love that Chrono - A very fine watch, IMHO - Not more, no less.. Daily beater.. Daytona 116500 LN One of my outdoors favs of mine And here an attractive Vintage - the JLC โSharkโ, E 2643 (Worldtime bezel variant) One ...
Like some? ๐
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:37
Understatement of the year ๐ Another amazing chrono collection you show here, dear HS111! The 5172 is clearly a dear recent addition, the Daytona a staple and the vintage choices varied and truly superb! Wasnโt aware that the Shark and Type XX shared a ca...
Wow - great selection of chronographs over the years.
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-13:10
I love this version of the JLC Duometre and the 5172G is a modern classic. Iโm glad you have the modern Daytona down as a daily beater as I think it fits this role well. Personally Iโm more drawn to older models - such as the 6263 - not that I have one๐คฃ ...
Cool vibe!
By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : April 5th, 2024-21:56
Some of my chronos
By: brauner : April 5th, 2024-21:33
Zenith at Borussia Dortmund Navitimer Kurono Kurono Nivada Nivada ...
Youโll never walk aloneโฆ
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:29
With the P15 ๐ Great selection of chronos and especially like the detailed shots of the Kurono and Nivada, showing some less frequently captured aspects of the two watches ๐๐ป๐๐ป
For those who don't know
By: brauner : April 6th, 2024-17:29
"You'll never walk alone" is the Borussia Dortmund anthem. Great mood in the stadium.
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By: brauner : April 7th, 2024-08:16
Thank you
By: brauner : April 7th, 2024-11:04
Hello again dear KM!! Here Iโm joining this WS edition with my choices:
By: Subexplorer : April 6th, 2024-03:10
As I said before chronograph is my favorite complication and as a matter of fact chronos make for a big percentage of watches in my collection. Itโs true that I donโt use them for any serious time lapse control: e.g. timing car or horse racing, timing wor...
Clearly a theme dear to you, Abel!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-04:27
And some amazing entries (have to be, when the CdV is forgotten and only mentioned as a PS ๐๐๐ป). The Flightmaster is one of my favorites, too and would love to add one someday - any watch with a DC-8 is cool to me ๐โ๏ธ The P15 we both appreciate (as do man...
A 40mm PAM is something rare indeed!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:26
Not sure those early examples can be sourced for anything like an acceptable price ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ The disadvantage of a late birth I guess ๐ Thanks again for all the additional details ๐๐ป
Yes it is. But the last version was introducedโฆ
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-13:26
โฆ and released just a few years ago and faithful to the Pre Vendome one I show. Guess it is possible to find a almost unused one still today. A good choice for a Panerai chrono with a โsmallโ size!! Best, Abel
Great!!
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-21:44
Wow!!
By: Timeout : April 6th, 2024-13:04
Love the original Moonshine - and of course the CDV. A great selection of chronographs showing a lifetime of smart choices!
Fabulous Chonographs !
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 6th, 2024-16:21
Hello my dear friend, I love each and every one of your choices. The Pre-Daytona and Speedmaster Ref 145.022-69 really hit the spot. Best regards Captain
Thanks a lot for your kind comments dear Captain!
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-14:23
You mention my two big favorites here! I didnโt share my Moonshine which you know is another Big Love of mine. Letโs enjoy our chronos dear Captain!! Cheers! Abel
Thanks for hosting this WS dear KMII .
By: Watchonthewrists : April 6th, 2024-06:37
A chronograph isnโt my fav complication tbh but definitely a good one. Lets see if i can show some nice ones ๐๐ป๐ Hagwe ๐๐ป๐ค ...
The raft of beautiesโฆ
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-08:59
On offer with it not being a favorite complication speaks of the astounding collection you have! And the salmon dials are all truly tasty ๐๐๐ป๐๐ป
Quality choices โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 6th, 2024-16:24
Each special in their own way. The simplicity in design terms of the Habring catches my eye. Best regards Captain
Agree ๐ฏ
By: Watchonthewrists : April 7th, 2024-05:45
My only chronograph so far..
By: KURT_DAVID : April 6th, 2024-07:17
Hello KM, great theme this month! I really am enjoying everyoneโs posts. All the best, Kurt. ...
The โotherโ ElPrimero ๐
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-08:55
The only it might be but what a significant one it is - and love the Pogue dial and its space references ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Yeah
By: KURT_DAVID : April 6th, 2024-13:10
I always forget about how significant these were when first introduced. I have dated this one to March 1973. Not bad shape for 51yrs. ๐
Indeed!
By: KURT_DAVID : April 7th, 2024-11:22
Always makes me smile ๐ I think itโs due a new nato strap to complement that sunburst dialโ๏ธ
Premier
By: deBalzac : April 6th, 2024-09:27
Neovintage Breitling Premier today. This was a โSerie Specialeโ from Breitling made in 1998, based on the small Navitimer case and with an automatic Kelek movement. Best Regards Livius ...
A name all but forgotten nowadaysโฆ
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:38
Kelek - a fantastic piece, even if very unique for a Breitling. A watch that somehow perfectly fits into your collection ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Speedmaster Chronographs โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 6th, 2024-10:56
Hello dear KM and friends, I thought it would be fun to share a few Speedmaster chronographs for this edition of WristScan. The โWhiteโ Speedmaster recently landed in my collectionโฆ I find it has everything we love about the Speedmaster, with a refreshing...
Thank you โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 6th, 2024-15:43
The Ed White is a cool thing.
Thank you hs โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 6th, 2024-15:44
Variety is the spice of life ๐
May you go to galaxies far, far away!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:40
A spectacular array of Speedmasters, whether itโs the Apollo Soyuz or the recently reissued 321 - thanks for adding these, Speedies so far have been a little bit less present than expected ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Hello dear Captain! First: Big congrats on yourโฆ
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-13:55
โฆ new arrival of the โWhiteโ Speedy!! What a great new version! I loved it at first sight and Iโm eagerly waiting for mine. Considering the present conditions of my Country I guess I need to be patient and wait for a few more months. As you know Iโm a fan...
Wonderful pieces!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:41
That Leman really does it for me ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Dear KM, what a splendid chrono collection!
By: S F : April 6th, 2024-14:20
From me.... Ed White and the Speedy Moonwatch Speedy 57 and its older cousin Snoopy in amusement park Chronoscope chilling And some funky stuff๐ ...
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By: S F : April 7th, 2024-15:45
Following your exampleโฆ
By: GWIS : April 6th, 2024-16:59
โฆan Amvox, but this time the 7: And an Overseas for good measure. All the best, Jon ...
A great pair!
By: KMII : April 6th, 2024-17:42
The 7 is very interesting indeed and the blue Panda Overseas a gem ๐
Omega Love
By: hans_jorgen_1968 : April 6th, 2024-20:39
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By: hora12reborn : April 6th, 2024-21:27
Simply wow - and thanks for reposting here!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-08:10
While all are exquisite, the GO chronos you have posted are rare entries here nowadays and really interesting! The PanoRetroGraph has always been one of my favorites ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Definitely are!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-15:03
Unfortunately waited for too long and now they re much harder to find ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
The other Alaska!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-08:11
These are certainly fun, even if not universally liked ๐ ...
Nowadaysโฆ
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-15:04
Most are not that hard to get, the Snoopy ones still need more luck but the rest are available ๐๐๐ป
Lovely selection!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-08:13
From the P15 to the Urushi you post lots of classic members of the species! Rarely see the SRQ21 here ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Everyoneโs favourite complication !
By: Wachnut : April 7th, 2024-07:07
Hello KMII Given the no of posts , looks like chronos are almost everyoneโs favoured complication ! While entering my pics , I realised I still donโt have quite enough chronos , and that situation does call for rectification measures ( read get some more ...
Chronographs of style โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 7th, 2024-10:28
Hello again KM and friends, I wanted to share just a few more Chronographs with dials that are made by masters of the dial making art. The family business was crafting dials before the Patek Philippe business as we know it today. The results are in my opi...
I agree โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 7th, 2024-13:00
I chose these three, as they show how different the chronograph concept can be executed in both design and finish by Patek.
Hello Captain!! Three wonderful chronographs you add to your choicesโฆ
By: Subexplorer : April 7th, 2024-14:45
โฆ Indeed Patek dials are characterized by the highest quality and your watches are a demonstration of this. True masterpieces in the art of dial making, and of course of watch making as well. Thank you for sharing these beauties! That green dial is truly ...
Keep them coming!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-15:05
That last shot with the lovely wheel really is my favorite ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Thank you ๐โฆ,
By: Cpt Scarlet : April 7th, 2024-16:29
I just thought some people would find it interesting.
Some amazing pieces there!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-15:07
Adding to the Speedy entries, as well as showcasing some additional Patek beauties - great shots ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Thanks, my friend!
By: 1WatchMan : April 7th, 2024-16:09
Not all mine though, unfortunately, some are potential projects ๐
My latest Chrono
By: biw : April 7th, 2024-13:37
A surprise acquisition last year! ...
A couple favorites
By: biw : April 7th, 2024-13:40
Omega Canopus Speedmaster and Rolex Daytona Panda. ...
Three . . .
By: Dr No : April 7th, 2024-15:42
. . . for me. Keepers, all. ...
My contributions
By: Francis5 : April 7th, 2024-16:27
Here are some interesting chronos to share Speake Marin Audemars Piguet Roger Dubuis Single Button ...
Oh WOW!!
By: KURT_DAVID : April 7th, 2024-20:47
The Roger Dubuis is astounding. What a watch! Thatโs made my weekend. FANTASTIC ๐ป
and some more ...
By: Francis5 : April 7th, 2024-16:34
LaBois & Co Roger Dubuis Perpetual Calendar Chronograph ...
Another fantastic pair!
By: KMII : April 7th, 2024-16:36
Thanks for adding these - very cool ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Nice ones.
By: hora12reborn : April 7th, 2024-18:46
The Breguet love is strongโฆ
By: KMII : April 8th, 2024-03:18
I have been secretly waiting for some besides the Type XX/XXI to make it here, so huge thanks for this rich addition ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Thanks!
By: Emil Wojcik : April 8th, 2024-19:38
Lovely Metrographe there!
By: KMII : April 8th, 2024-03:15
And superbly paired strap, too ๐๐ป As for rarely using the complication, you are probably not a huge exception ๐๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
Thank you!
By: Emil Wojcik : April 8th, 2024-19:39