The wait is over, and it's finally that time of the week once again. Hunting high and low ?while listening to Hunting High And Low ?has resulted in the discovery of some true top-quality replica watches this week, with a little something for everyone. For those that dwell below the surface, we've got you covered with the inclusion of two early dive replica watches from Enicar and Nivada Grenchen, each with their own admirable claims to fame. replica watches intended for use on land haven't been forgotten either, with picks like a unique ladies piece by LeCoultre and an Art Deco rectangular Longines. To round things out, there's a Ref. 1675 GMT-Master with military provenance a plenty, should airborne replica watches be more your thing. Without further ado, let's get the expensive decisions train rolling.
Ladies' Crosshair LeCoultreAs someone just simply interested in watches, I'll often explore misfit markets, so to speak, made up of largely unpopular replica watches that you're guaranteed to never see on my wrist. Even though I'd never wear such watches, I find it wildly interesting to dive deeper into waters uncharted by the masses, in search of the slightest sliver of aesthetic or mechanical excitement they may hold. It ultimately comes down to appreciating replica watches in all their various forms, but I won't bore you with a Gump-esque shrimp list of watchmaking categories. The market I'd now like to take a moment to focus on is that of ladies watches.
Like I said, you won't see me wearing a ladies fake watch any time soon, but that won't stop me from thinking they're ridiculously cool. This really shouldn't come as any surprise, seeing as many of these ladies offerings russellmeansfreedom were created the same minds credited with thinking up the mens designs we now celebrate incessantly. In my eyes, this piece intended for the American market by LeCoultre is more than deserving of ridiculously cool certification, for a number of reasons I'll now get into.
First off, let's address the elephant in the room that's been looming for some two paragraphs now ?that case! You just don't see cases like that often, and when you do, one must take note. I'm getting strong Gilbert Albert vibes from this one, but I guess you could ultimately chalk this up to it's unconventional nature. The second point I wanted to focus on is the dial, which you'll notice is rather ornate for such a small piece. I'm particularly fond of the crosshairs, reminiscent of other LeCoultre offerings, along with the polished convex indices found at six and 12 o'clock. Though the fake watch isn't being offered in running condition, I'm sure an overhaul of the movement could turn things around.
Should you be interested in a feminine oddity like such, it's currently available on eBay in an auction that'll close tonight. Bidding has reached $50 on this piece located in North Dakota. Check it out right here.
1937 Longines Art Deco TankMuch like Rodney Dangerfield, rectangular replica watches are deserving of more respect. I don't know that I'd go so far as saying that they get no respect, but there's certainly room for improvement. The fact of the matter is there's a host of unique rectangular pieces being overlooked by the masses, but hopefully we can change that ever so slightly by shedding some light on a tasteful example. As you'd expect by the use of the word tasteful, we're talking about a Longines today, and a fine one at that.
What you're looking at is a cal. 25.17-equipped, tank-style piece dating back to 1937, which was produced to the same specifications as many other coveted Longines references. Silvered dials proudly emblazoned with the Longines names have always been right up my alley, and this one is no exception. In comparison to similar style dials found inside round cases, this example's rectangular shape affords it a bit of a dressy edge, which is nice change of pace now and again. Take it from someone currently typing this with a tie dye Grateful Dead tee on his back, you need to get dressed up to the nines every once in a while.
Though the blued steel hands which trace the spartan Arabic numeral-clad dial are attractive, the real star of the show here is the case. Though on the smaller side, its architecture is nothing short of stunning, thanks to its unusual, protruding lugs, which likely make the fake watch feel larger on the wrist than it actually is. It would also appear to be unpolished, which is an added bonus that's always nice to see. Before you point it out, yes, there looks to be a small flaw found inside the subsidiary seconds register, but I'd be willing to look the other way considering the overall condition of this watch.
An eBay seller based out of the States has this piece listed in an auction that will end on Sunday afternoon. At the time of publishing, the high bid stands at $600. Get the full scoop here.
ADVERTISEMENT Enicar Ultrasonic Sherpa DiveIf purpose-built replica watches are your thing, chances are you've owned a few dive replica watches in your day. With a laundry list of such replica watches under my belt, I'm no exception. Some pick ups have been better than others, but there's always something to be learned about your tastes from the less stand-out acquisitions. In my experience, I've learned that it's early divers from the late 1950s that really do it for me, as they represent the dawn of an era that now plays such an important role in the watchmaking industry. It was an age of research, experimentation, and throwing stuff at the wall to see what stuck, which as you'll likely already know, birthed some of the most iconic and sought after replica watches of today's market.
With that said, not all achieved icon status, and that's alright, because every now and then you want to wear something that doesn't exactly scream out what it is from across the street. I'll always opt for the historically significant sleeper, which is exactly what this Ultrasonic Sherpa Dive from Enicar is. Apart from being a sharp looking diver, the Sherpa Dive also caught the attention of the US Navy at a point in time, who put the fake watch through rigorous testing. This example likely dates back to 1959, as indicated by the text found on the dial, and the lack of a 30-minute indication on the original bezel insert.
Though the inner red ring that traces the bezel is missing on this piece, and its case has been polished, I'd argue it's still one of the better examples I've seen in a while, due to the honest condition it's being offered in, and the even tone of aging. Many would agree that vintage Enicar is an area of the market that is still being overlooked to some degree, but with awareness increasing, and new reference books on the brand being published, I think we're bound to see a bit of development in that area.
An eBay seller located in the Swiss suburb of Cologny has this fake watch listed in an auction that will end on Sunday morning. It's reached a high bid of $1,350, and where it ends up is anyone's guess. Find the full listing here.
Nivada Grenchen Ref. 104 Depthomatic DiverWhile on the topic of dive watches, let's take a minute to note just how quickly this watchmaking effort progressed inside of less than a handful of years. While it might've taken literal centuries to move past the use of the diving bell, dive fake watch production advanced at a truly fascinating pace, with useful developments entering the picture every year. One such development is the incorporation of additional functions, including depth gauges, providing divers with valuable data.
On some replica watches an original crystal is a detail that's appreciated, but on this Nivada Grenchen it plays a crucial role. This is because the Depthomatic's crystal is what makes it a Depthomatic. At the three o'clock position towards the crystal's edge, you'll notice a small hole, which allows the depth gauge to work. After water flows into this entry point, it circles the dial, indicating the depth one has achieved in a brilliant red tone for increased legibility. This is believed to have been one of the very first mechanical replica watches to incorporate a built-in depth gauge, which continues to amaze to this day.
If you're a stickler for condition, then you're ought to get a kick out of this one, because despite having been intended for skin diving, it would appear as if this example saw limited use both above and below the surface. Unpolished case? Check. Flawless dial and hands with evenly aged luminous compound? Uh huh, honey. Largely flawless bezel? You know it. In short, it's dope. Quite dope, in fact, and the nicest example I've seen of this model to date. To find a rarity like this in such outstanding condition isn't an everyday occurrence, so I'd advise acting fast if you're interested.
Justin Vrakas of fake watch Steez is selling this seldom-seen dive fake watch with an asking price of $4,180. Additional photos can be found here.
ADVERTISEMENT 1966 Replica Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 With Vietnam ProvenanceTypically, I don't get all that excited to share Replica Rolex sports models via this column. Yes, they're incredibly well built, iconic, and (insert your favorite adjective of praise here), but the truth of the matter is they were produced in numbers so large it's borderline alarming. If I'm going to feature a ref. 1675 GMT-Master, for example, it's gotta have a little something something going on. A little secret sauce under the bun, if you will. This week, I think I've found just that, with one of the more interesting GMT-Masters to hit the market in a long time.
Here's a tool fake watch that was used like a tool fake watch should be. Originally purchased by Captain Ernest D. Sprinkel of the U.S. 269th Combat Aviation Battalion and Commander of the U.S. Headquarter and Headquarters Company in Cu Chi, Vietnam, back on April 29 of 1967, this example saw high flying use on the wrist of a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War. While wearing the watch, Captain Sprinkel would've assisted as a primary aviation support to the 25th Infantry Division "Tropic Lightning," while executing airmobile operations exercises. Also worth considering is the fact that the 269th Battalion is credited with "having flown more combat hours, conducting more combat assaults, and hauling more troops and cargo than any other combat aviation battalion at that time during the war.?In other words, this fake watch was put to the test, and passed with flying colors.
As its included receipt of purchase would indicate, the original sale price of this piece was a mere $156, and the noteworthy extras don't stop there. In addition to the original papers, the fake watch is being sold with Captain Sprinkel's 269th Battalion helicopter pilot's helmet, along with a plaque bearing the original owner's name, and the motto of the so-called "Black Barons." Provenance, extras, and nerdy goodies aside, it also just so happens to be a solid looking example, with a clean gilt dial, matching hands, and a small GMT hand acting as the cherry on top. With a different bezel insert and bracelet perhaps, you'd have a seriously attractive watch.
The Danish auction house Bruun Rasmussen will be offering this example of the Ref. 1675 GMT-Master in their sale of wristwatches taking place on June 6, with an estimate of KR 100,000 ?150,000 (approximately $15,000 ?22,500. Find more details along with the rest of the catalog here.
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