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08-18-22, 05:37 AM
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Originally Posted by tjfastback66
I picked up this 1972 Seiko Diver watch (6105-8119) today for $30 and it will need to be serviced.
For 50 years old not too bad of condition and has the original wrist band too!
For 50 years old not too bad of condition and has the original wrist band too!
Originally Posted by Warbird21
Heck of a grab - easily worth $400-$500 I bet.
I used to own a 6105 but sold in a weak moment to a friend some years ago (about 1400 USD at the time)
Regretted it much and I have tried to get the right one back - but no luck as of yet.
The 6105 being such an icon Seiko has made two re-makes of it and I have them both:
The SLA033 "Willard" (expensive)
The SPB151 "Willard" (less expensive)
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08-18-22, 01:52 PM
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Been looking for a suitable Military style watch in Titanium for riding. The Hamilton Field khaki in smaller 38mm case in black dial with a nylon strap has appeal. Boccia's are inexpensive but haven't found a style that resonates. For more formal riding attire on a gentle vintage outing, this Mido Commander is quite elegant:
08-18-22, 11:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Warbird21
Heck of a grab - easily worth $400-$500 I bet.
08-19-22, 07:03 AM
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I use either a Hamilton 992 or 992B Railway Special on the railroad where I’m a steam locomotive fireman. My EDC is usually an Islander Flieger type B, but sometimes a Seiko SNZG 13 automatic or even a Pagani Design PD1701 Speedy homage. I’m currently on vacay, so no photos yet.
08-19-22, 08:47 AM
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Hamilton handed down from a great uncle.
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11-16-22, 08:13 AM
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The 6105 has been serviced and is on the way back with a new crystal but the North Carolina repair was impressed!
"I’ve had a chance to look over your 6105, and I have an itemized estimate ready for your approval. Just, wow! This is a phenomenal example—all original, and in very fine condition. The bezel insert is one of the nicest I’ve seen, and the case is unpolished with crisp factory finishes. Even the crystal is the original, with only very minor signs of wear. The movement is just as impressive. There are no signs of corrosion or moisture intrusion, and service should go very smoothly. "
But then I had a weak moment:
Blew my companies bonus points on this:
Seiko SNJ033
"I’ve had a chance to look over your 6105, and I have an itemized estimate ready for your approval. Just, wow! This is a phenomenal example—all original, and in very fine condition. The bezel insert is one of the nicest I’ve seen, and the case is unpolished with crisp factory finishes. Even the crystal is the original, with only very minor signs of wear. The movement is just as impressive. There are no signs of corrosion or moisture intrusion, and service should go very smoothly. "
But then I had a weak moment:
Blew my companies bonus points on this:
Seiko SNJ033
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11-16-22, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by streetsurfer
Hamilton handed down from a great uncle.
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11-16-22, 09:54 PM
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Originally Posted by tjfastback66
The 6105 has been serviced and is on the way back with a new crystal but the North Carolina repair was impressed!
"I’ve had a chance to look over your 6105, and I have an itemized estimate ready for your approval. Just, wow! This is a phenomenal example—all original, and in very fine condition. The bezel insert is one of the nicest I’ve seen, and the case is unpolished with crisp factory finishes. Even the crystal is the original, with only very minor signs of wear. The movement is just as impressive. There are no signs of corrosion or moisture intrusion, and service should go very smoothly. "
But then I had a weak moment:
Blew my companies bonus points on this:
Seiko SNJ033
"I’ve had a chance to look over your 6105, and I have an itemized estimate ready for your approval. Just, wow! This is a phenomenal example—all original, and in very fine condition. The bezel insert is one of the nicest I’ve seen, and the case is unpolished with crisp factory finishes. Even the crystal is the original, with only very minor signs of wear. The movement is just as impressive. There are no signs of corrosion or moisture intrusion, and service should go very smoothly. "
But then I had a weak moment:
Blew my companies bonus points on this:
Seiko SNJ033
11-17-22, 11:46 AM
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As always, this site is an enabler. I've purchased several watches due to this thread. Wearing this one today, a 1975 Seiko Lord Marvel hi-beat. The ticking sound is amazing (10 times a second) and it looks great.
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11-17-22, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by theofam
Congrats on the 6105. One of the best purchases I’ve heard/read about!
1972 Seiko 6105-8119
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11-17-22, 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by tjfastback66
Fresh from a full service with new Uncle Seiko band and new crystal - Wow!
1972 Seiko 6105-8119
1972 Seiko 6105-8119
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11-17-22, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by theofam
That’s gorgeous! I like the strap, too. Who makes it?
Made by Uncle Seiko, they call it the "Tire Tread Strap"
www.uncleseiko.com
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11-17-22, 03:06 PM
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Love fine watches, yet for mixing bike riding and watches, became a bit obsessed to identify a suitable tool to wear while riding. Developed some criteria: must be very readable on the road, durable, comfortable, stylish, not very big, not very expensive, oh and weight weenie! Decided that Titanium would be the best case material for durability and satisfying the weight weenie criteria, and also pretty cool. Watch band nylon "NATO" or silicone or rubber of some sort for comfort and a sporty style. Military style dial for easy reading. And while riding, don't need to know what day it is, or what the date is, or pretty much anything else other than what the dang time is! Found this boutique brand out of Singapore that makes titanium case watches, RZE, and this 38mm Valour model just came out. Sports a trusty Seiko NH38A automatic movement. With the NATO nylon band and 57gram weight, it disappears on the wrist, yet is highly readable, and the "Arrowhead" yellow dial is fun to my eye (there are several other color choices). Waterproof to 100 meters, Ultrahex hardening coating on the titanium case, screw down crown, sapphire crystal make for what I hope is a durable piece. Found an unused one on ebay for about $200 US.
Review for more detail (note, I've no relationship with RZE, am not trying to sell or market, just a happy customer is all):
https://watchclicker.com/rze-valour-38-review/
Review for more detail (note, I've no relationship with RZE, am not trying to sell or market, just a happy customer is all):
https://watchclicker.com/rze-valour-38-review/
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11-17-22, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Shrevvy
As always, this site is an enabler. I've purchased several watches due to this thread. Wearing this one today, a 1975 Seiko Lord Marvel hi-beat. The ticking sound is amazing (10 times a second) and it looks great.
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11-20-22, 12:07 PM
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SEIKO Service
Originally Posted by tjfastback66
Fresh from a full service with new Uncle Seiko band and new crystal - Wow!
1972 Seiko 6105-8119
1972 Seiko 6105-8119
