Affordable versions of the Paul Newman Daytona?

Affordable versions of the Paul Newman Daytona?

Omega may be your answer. 

At HKWF, we at times recommend affordable versions of watches that carry super high prices.

 

In this first episode, we would like to talk about the Paul Newman Daytona 6263.

 

 

A Rolex Daytona 6263 “Paul Newman” can easily cost you over 300k to 900k HKD. It is one of the most desirable watches at auctions. The panda dial on the 6263 is one of the signatures of the so called “Paul Newman” dial with three black sub-dials on a while dial.

 

 

 

If you are looking for a watch with similar aesthetics, the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch First Omega in Space may be your answer.

 

 

 

The name of the watch is quite long. At 39.7mm, the rose gold version is a numbered edition, meaning that it is not in limited production. The case is made of what Omega calls Sedna Gold. The panda dial looks terrific and its design is said to be inspired by a watch worn by astronaut Wally Shirra in 1962 during the NASA Sigma 7 mission.

 

 

 

 

 

The black ceramic tachymeter bezel complements very well with the panda dial in which an outer black ring surrounds the white dial on which three black sub-dials sit.

It does remind you of the Rolex 6263 doesn’t it? The movement inside is the manual-wound 1861 movement. The watch has a domed sapphire crystal. The rose gold version retails at around 130k HKD and HKWF offers you a good discount on this watch.

 

If paying over 100k for an Omega bothers you, let’s take a look at the stainless steel version, the Omega Speedmaster CK2998 Limited Edition watch.

 

 

 

This is the stainless steel version which basically retains all of the characteristics of the rose gold version. This watch will be produced in 2998 pieces. The bezel, the sub-dials and the chapter ring are all blue in color. The central chronograph second hand is now a lollipop hand. The bezel is in polished blue ceramic and the blue crocodile strap completes the looks.

 

 

The 2016 new release will retail at around 40k HKD. A bargain isn’t it? Given how nice looking the whole package is. 

Sometimes we can have our own fun without paying a premium for mega watches. These two Omegas will give at least half the fun as the Paul Newman Daytona but at much lower prices.

HK Watch Fever Group

 

 

 

 



A comparison of three dress watches, Chopard, Zenith and the IWC

A comparison of three dress watches: the Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860, the Zenith Elite 6150 and the IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days.

From time to time at HKWF, we compare different watches for you. In this episode, we are comparing three dress watches from Chopard, IWC and Zenith.

 

The cases

 

At 42mm, the Zenith Elite 6150 is 2mm bigger than its two counterparts.

 

The lines of the case look a little fatter than the other two.

 

The IWC Portugieser Hand-wound Eight Days has a “thinner” case than the other two as the curves look more clean-cut than the other two.

 

The Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860 has the thickest bezel and all of the three watch cases are highly polished to a mirror finish.

 

The lugs on the IWC and the Chopard are more angular than the more classic lugs on the Zenith.

 

At 12 mm in thickness, the IWC is thicker than the Chopard, which is 7.2 mm thick, and the Zenith, which is 9.25 mm thick. The Zenith also features a dome-shaped crystal while the IWC crystal is slightly domed.

 

 

 

 

The dials

 

The dial on the Zenith has a silver tone and it has sunray pattern. The leaf-shaped hands and the markers are rhodium plated.

 

The Chopard has a silver-toned dial with sunburst satin-brush while the IWC has a white dial and Arabic numerals.

 

The Zenith’s second hand is at the center while the other two have their seconds sub-dial at 6 o’ clock.

 

The IWC has a date window at 3 o’ clock while the Chopard has its at 6 o’ clock. Worth noting is that the Zenith has no date window which makes it a purer classic.

 

 

 

The movements

 

The IWC features its in-house 59215 manual-wound movement and it provides a power reserve of eight days.

 

A power reserve indicator is located at the case back which can be seen through. All the plates are finished with Genève Stripes.

 

The Chopard features its in-house Calibre 96.01-L and its finishing is top-notch.

 

You will feast your eyes with a 22k gold micro rotor and well-polished plates and angles. Again, all the plates are finished with Genève Stripes and the movement has a 65- hour power reserve.

 

The Zenith Elite 6150 movement may not be the best decorated among the three, however, it provides you with a power reserve of 100 hours, which is approximately 4 days.

 

The price

 

The Chopard retails at around 80k HKD in stainless steel.

 

The IWC retails at around 70k HKD and the Zenith retails at around 60k HKD.

 

At HKWF, all three watches are available with good discounts.

Editor’s pick: The Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860

Reasons: The finishing of the movement is simply incredible at this price point. The dial and the case are classic and simple. Plus, the thickness is only 7.2 mm which makes it perfect for a suit wearer. It is a watch with a lot of work and sincerity.

 

Jason L

HK Watch Fever Group

 

HK Snob

 



Panerai PAM578

The latest special edition Lo Scienziato Luminor 1950 Tourbillon GMT from Panerai is quite special. 

 

This is due to the way the case is constructed.  Introducing the Panerai PAM 578 Lo Scienziato Luminor 1950 Tourbillon GMT Titanio for SIHH 2016,  limited to only 150 examples.

PAM578 Skeleton Tourbillon In Titanium, is the lightest tourbillon in Panerai Series.

Only 9.5gm, only one piece available in Hong Kong,

Now HKD$1,098,000

HK Snob

Introducing the Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860

Chopard’s L.U.C collection is a tribute to watchmaker
Louis-Ulysse Chopard.

To celebrate the line’s 20^th anniversary, Chopard has released the L.U.C XPS 1860 which includes two models, an unlimited edition in steel and a limited edition of 250 pieces in rose gold.

 

The rose gold version features a 40mm rose gold case which is made of Fairmined Gold. The dial is hand-guilloché with a radiating wave pattern. The case is only 7.2 mm thick and it features vertical satin-brushed sides, a polished bezel and case-back.

 

The watch might be thin, but there are a lot to admire with it see-through sapphire case back. The movement inside the watch is the Calibre 96.01-L, which is absolutely a stunner.

The movement features a 22k solid gold micro rotor. Its finishing is extremely well, with Geneva Stripes on all the plates, and beautifully polished bridges.
 

The circular graining and the swan-neck fine adjustment are also an eye candy. The movement bears the prestigious Geneve Seal and it is C.O.S.C certified. 
 

The movement provides 65 hours of power reserve with Chopard’s Twin technology (two barrels).

 

 

 

The stainless steel version has a different dial style. It features a silver tone dial with sunburst finish. Also, the movement bears no Geneve Seal and no swan-neck adjustment. However, the solid gold micro rotor remains and all the plates are well polished and adorned with Geneve Stripes.

 

 

 

 

So, the price. The rose gold version retails at around 160k HKD while the steel version retails at around 80k HKD.

Even though if you do not wear a dress watch a lot, this L.U.C XPS 1860 is offering you a lot in haute horology.

The finishing of the movement is just stunning with the 22k gold rotor. The dial has superb details and very legible. One small defect is the inclusion of the date window.
But that is also a practical move.

 

HK Snob

HKWF Group

Jason L

 
 
 
   

My new Traveling kit

 

Friends of mine knew about my loss of the card holder which contained 4 credit cards, HKID card and China Re-entry card as my wife threw away my ragged backpack with the card holder after my exhausted hiking. Of course she did not blame herself instead scolded me why I was so careless!

Moral of this message, Don't win the argument and lose the relationship!

 

 

Well, I just got my new HKID card and the Brand New credit cards.... My second ACM card holder is in service now.

 

I used to carry a Rolex leather passport holder, and some of the favourite Rolex DD OQ with me...when I travel.

 

 

HK Snob

IWC Yacht Club in 18KT gold on Sale

 

IWC YACHT CLUB Ref.811AD Ca.1966-67  Model Yacht Club Ref.811AD automatic winding sunburst dial in 18KT gold, 1967 Movement Automatic winding Cal.811A Case SS 36 mm     Ref. No. :811A Movement : Automatic Case material: 18KT Yellow gold Case Dia. 36mm Case thickness:11mm Glass:Plastic Dial:Silver Dial numerals: No numerals Strap material: IWC crocodile quick change strap [unused]  Condition:fine Gender:Men's watch/Unisex     Price :HK$2XXXXX    HKWF Comment I heard that it was totally produced 40,000 between   1966-1976, and approx. 10% in both gold versions. Likely only estimated 2,400 were made in 18 KT yellow gold. (6% ) The Yacht Club (I) came in many variations. In the late seventies there was even one equipped with the quartz calibre 2405.  Size is 36mm is not small at all.  It is highly collectible and is good for daily uses. It is in gold and leather strap, so it can be used for younger persons.   Price is less than half of the Rolex Submariner stainless steel watch…It is a Gold IWC!   HK Snob   PS Watch Sold 28 May 2016

Rolex Day Date Ref.18038 birch dial

Rare Day Date Ref.18038  in birch dial.
It comes with original bracelet and warranty
You will be amazed and glad to own this watch with
merely HK$89,000.
Cash deal.

HK Snob

Panerai PAM786

 

 

For SIHH 2016 Officine Panerai has released another pair of watches that should have the Paneristi around the world wanting to purchase this second set! 

Introducing the Panerai PAM 786 Luminor 8 Days Set, a limited edition of 500.

We think the addition of the white dialed blue accented Daylight is quite striking and Panerai did a great job of making it look like the 1986 original. 

It should prove just as popular as the PAM 785 set.


Technical Specifications
PAM 786 Boxed Set- Limited to 500

PAM 786 Luminor Black Seal Left-Handed 8 Days
MOVEMENT: Hand-wound mechanical, P.5000 calibre, executed entirely by Panerai.

FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes, small seconds.

CASE: 44 mm, steel with special hard black coating.

DIAL: Black, with luminous Arabic numerals and
hour markers. Seconds at 3 o’clock.

POWER RESERVE: 192H.

WATER-RESISTANCE: 30 bar (~300 metres).

PAM 786 Luminor Daylight 8 Days

MOVEMENT: Hand-wound mechanical, P.5000 calibre, executed entirely by Panerai.

 

FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes,
small seconds. CASE: 44 mm, AISI 316L polished steel. DIAL: White, with blue Arabic numerals and hour markers
and luminous dots. Seconds at 9 o’clock.

 

POWER RESERVE: 192H.

 

WATER-RESISTANCE: 30 bar (~300 metres).

 

 

 

 

 

VVIP item, Now HKD$165,900 for whole set.

 

If you say you are Collector of Panerai... this one can be one of your next purchase.

 

HK Snob

Why should you go vintage (sometimes)?

Watches that are over 30 years old are what we call vintage watches. Vintage watches have been hot for the past few years in Hong Kong.

 

Prices had been rocketing for a while before they stabilized a bit. The best-selling vintage watches come from Rolex. The Submariner Red, the Double-Red Sea-dweller, the Paul Newman Daytona…you name it.

 

At HKWF, we do not only focus on the watches that fetch astronomical prices at auctions. We would like to provide you with a broader perspective on the world of horology.

 

The world of vintage watches is enormous and we know it. Other than owning new watches released by different brands, buying good-looking vintage watches can enrich your collection.

 

 

Here are some real reasons why you should start your vintage watch collection.

 

1.      As investment

From a more monetary point of view, buying vintage watches can be a good kind of investment. Nobody did expect that a Rolex 1665 Sea-Dweller could have reached today’s price. These watches will only get rarer and rarer as time passes and in the long term, these watches will increase in their value, or at least retain it. Therefore, buying vintage watches, not only those from big brands like Rolex, can be a good choice of investment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Famous design at an affordable price

Let’s be not so realistic now. Despite the fact that you may gain a certain amount of money from investing in vintage watches, you can get your hands on some very famous designs at a relatively affordable price.

 

For example, a vintage Ref.1803 Rolex Day-date is way cheaper than a brand new one in the current lineup. So, why not go vintage sometimes if you find the prices of new watches hard to believe?

 

 

 

A beautiful Rolex Day Date Ref.1803 with white dial. Typical Price HKD$39,000 to 54,000

 

 

3. Designs that would always remain in the past, not the present or the future

Each vintage watch has its own character and design chic. These features are unlikely to reappear in modern watches.

 

Of course, you will argue that there are always these re-edition watches you can buy from manufactures like Longines and Tudor.

 

Look at the Black Bay and the Longines Heritage Collection, you will understand that the feeling of history cannot be bought in new watches. Moreover, the re-editions often do not truly adhere to their ancestors. The addition of the date window and the enlargement of the case often ruin these great designs.

 

4. A matter of taste

Collecting vintage watches is often a reflection of a person’s taste. Imagine wearing the Rolex Submariner 16610 and wearing a Rolex 1680, what is the difference?

 

 

The difference lies in the fact that the 1680 is rarer and less seen on the street. You do not want your watch worn everywhere, right? Wearing a nicely preserved vintage watch can be an exhibition of your taste.

At HKWF, we have a wide range of second-hand watches for you to choose from.

 

Some watches are more vintage while some are not.

 

However, all are guaranteed in very good conditions. We will share with you our selection of good vintage watches and good deals. Some deals are from us while some are from others. Please do keep tuning in for the latest information.

 

Jason L

HK Watch Fever Group

PS

Submariner Ref.1680 is available in market at US$7,000 to 19,000 (red line is collectible and more expensive)