Wow! That’s a very impressive skill set! Amazing work keeping track of all the small parts is one thing putting them all back where they belong 
Thanks for sharing!
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My son is not in the business of selling watches. But for forum members I’m sure he’d offer some guidance on buying a Rolex.
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Even a used Submariner is beyond my budget right now. I had no idea how expensive they’d gotten.
Tudor it is!
I love the Black Bay Pro, especially with the fabric, yellow stripe strap.
I have my very unique 1530 that at some point I would like to service. Rare watch and it was my late dad’s watch.
If you go with a Tudor and you want something to hand it down then a precious metal case could be considered. Take a look at the BB 58 925. It has a silver case. It will age in a unique way that stainless never could. There are also bronze versions offering the same unique ageing properties.
Good luck on the decision. Please share pics when you receive it.
Cheers,
From what I understand, the Rolex Submariner’s fame was significantly down to its product placement in the James Bond movies on Sean Connery’s wrist, starting in the early 1960s, continuing for over 20 years. It was much the same with Aston Martin, although there was period where Lotus became the James Bond marque. In the remake of Casino Royale they had 6 Astons to destroy in the final scene, strange that destroying a product adds to its fame.
My son knows someone who is a serious watch collector, of one brand, he apparently has hundreds of pieces, is a world authority and they are worth a fortune. It is not Rolex, but I do know that several models are also very valuable thanks to product placement in the right movies.
I have one decent watch, from an independent maker I met over 10 years ago. I get great pleasure using it. I’m tempted to buy another one, the wife will not approve. They cost a fraction of a Submariner. I have one other modest watch.
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This thread is really enjoyable
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The Aerospace is one of the coolest watches ever imo.
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Early 80’s Heuer Black Coral II and my early 70’s Presentation Accutron. Have enjoyed these for a long time: 1972 or 73 Accutron and 1981 or 82 plus thousands of dives with the Heuer.
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An extraordinarily reputable dealer based in Portland, Oregon:
Have you looked at the Omega Rail Master? Another very nice watch near the range you are considering.
safe around hi-fi
designed for railway staff engaged in operating diesel-electric locomotives
The rules around railway activities are amazingly voluminous and stringent. I was doing a security design job that involved perimeter protection for a rail line. I had to get training as a certified railroad bridge worker before I could even walk on the property. The training was much more involved than I expected. And surprisingly, it all seemed relevant. I learned more about how to keep from dying or getting injured in a rail environment than I thought was possible.
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Thanks very much!!! Appreciate your always looking out for me.
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I hope you find something you really enjoy. A good watch can be a daily joy for years, if not decades.
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And, passed on the next generation
That railmaster is pretty neat. I dunno about the size given the future owner though. I am hoping to go try on some Black Bays this weekend; we’ll see if it works out. There’s a modeling expo at the Air Force Museum this weekend too.
Yeah. On paper I’m 54 now, but emotionally, I’m a 12-year old boy in the era before video games that was too broke to buy electric trains. (Yes, I had an Atari. No it wasn’t a complete obsession).
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