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Ruud Van Driver · 23 September 2017, 08:55 PM

When Mrs Van D is away, a naughty Ruud will play. I would love one of these on my desk, I mean who wouldn’t? An absolute complete, utter waste of money but, and it’s a huge but with a capital B, they’ve just had a price adjustment. Yep, against the current trend of increases, these babies have dropped by about 40% and they’re down to S$4,300 (£2,350 US$3,170).

Alas, Mrs Van D has put the blockers on a purchase. If she comes out to Singapore in four weeks and finds one of these in the house then she’ll pull down my Alan’s and grab my Jacob’s and drag them over my head!

The California dial is my favourite (651, I think). So, worth the risk?

Cru Jones · 23 September 2017, 09:04 PM

They say it's sometimes easier to ask forgiveness than to ask. So, 651 is the one to get, IMHO, plus it's cheaper than a 372.....

Maybe have it sitting on the table with the RG submersible next to it waiting for Mrs. Ruud?

Andad · 23 September 2017, 09:09 PM

Grow some jacobs.

Man or mouse?

I like them ALL.

Ruud Van Driver · 23 September 2017, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

They say it's sometimes easier to ask forgiveness than to ask. So, 651 is the one to get, IMHO, plus it's cheaper than a 372.....

Maybe have it sitting on the table with the RG submersible next to it waiting for Mrs. Ruud?

I might get away with $4,300 if I go into hiding for a few weeks but $38k for the 684? No. Just, no. I’d be Ruud Van Dead. No discussion, no negotiation, no appeal.

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Grow some jacobs.

Man or mouse?

I like them ALL.

Squeak squeak.

Cru Jones · 23 September 2017, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

I might get away with $4,300 if I go into hiding for a few weeks but $38k for the 684? No. Just, no. I’d be Ruud Van Dead. No discussion, no negotiation, no appeal.

Good news! I just saved you almost $12k.

mps354 · 23 September 2017, 09:36 PM

I've always wanted one of those pocket watches as well, go for it!

nick c · 23 September 2017, 09:49 PM

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ajas · 23 September 2017, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Good news! I just saved you almost $12k.

26 700 USD would be around 38 K Singapore dollars.
BTW geat watch.

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brandrea · 23 September 2017, 09:59 PM

Meh, I'm with the missus on this one. Save the money and buy yourself another wristy

1William · 23 September 2017, 10:13 PM

I like all three and if the funds were available I would buy one. I understand with the wife but there are some things that are going to happen and this might be one.

Ravager135 · 24 September 2017, 08:21 AM

Such a waste of money, but they are so cool looking. I'd go with the California dial as well.

Ruud Van Driver · 24 September 2017, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Good news! I just saved you almost $12k.

Nice try my friend but as Will says, you’re looking at US$ and we’re in Singapore $

Quote:

Originally Posted by mps354

I've always wanted one of those pocket watches as well, go for it!

It’s a table clock

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Meh, I'm with the missus on this one. Save the money and buy yourself another wristy

Then I’d have to get a new watch box and fill it. No, I have two full boxes and I’m happy with my lot

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Originally Posted by 1William

I like all three and if the funds were available I would buy one. I understand with the wife but there are some things that are going to happen and this might be one.

You’re right, Will.I.Am. Some things just have to happen, this is one of them and I’m going to tell her straight!*

*over the telephone from an extremely long distance and multiple time zones away

waikeekee · 24 September 2017, 02:01 PM

Buy a cheap SCOOT ticket to HKG. These table clocks are sold there at approximately or not more than SGD3,100.00 depending on the prevailing exchange rates. If based on today's rates from the Arcade money changers, it is SGD100.00 = HKD579.00

Listed price HKD22,000.00 less 20% = HKD17,600.00/5.79 = SGD3,035.00 only

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Ruud Van Driver · 24 September 2017, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by waikeekee

Buy a cheap SCOOT ticket to HKG. These table clocks are sold there at approximately or not more than SGD3,100.00 depending on the prevailing exchange rates. If based on today's rates from the Arcade money changers, it is SGD100.00 = HKD579.00

Listed price HKD22,000.00 less 20% = HKD17,600.00/5.79 = SGD3,035.00 only

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Thanks for the heads-up, that's a good negotiating tool if I decide to pull the trigger

Andad · 24 September 2017, 02:27 PM

I would like one of these....

Andad · 24 September 2017, 02:31 PM

To match my 231.

ajas · 24 September 2017, 03:34 PM

Just walked in Panerai in KL and they have no stock at the moment but can offer 10800 RM - 3400 Sing without any nagotiations.

If pressed they can probably do 3100 Sing as in HK. Then you could claim extra 5 % tax at the aiport.

You may use it while speaking to Panerai on Orchard.

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imperio · 24 September 2017, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ajas

Just walked in Panerai in KL and they have no stock at the moment but can offer 10800 RM - 3400 Sing without any nagotiations.

If pressed they can probably do 3100 Sing as in HK. Then you could claim extra 5 % tax at the aiport.

You may use it while speaking to Panerai on Orchard.

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I didn't know you could claim tax between SG/MY?

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ajas · 24 September 2017, 04:01 PM

Yes but only if you fly.

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Ian Macdermott · 24 September 2017, 04:48 PM

Go for it Paul

What's the worst that could happen

Ruud Van Driver · 24 September 2017, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ian Macdermott

Go for it Paul

What's the worst that could happen

That my Jacob's and me would no longer remain united as one. So not much really

waikeekee · 24 September 2017, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajas

Just walked in Panerai in KL and they have no stock at the moment but can offer 10800 RM - 3400 Sing without any nagotiations.

If pressed they can probably do 3100 Sing as in HK. Then you could claim extra 5 % tax at the aiport.

You may use it while speaking to Panerai on Orchard.

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You meant The Hour Glass in KL or an AD, right? There are no Panerai boutique in Malaysia.

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fullcourt · 25 September 2017, 12:24 AM

saw one in sydney, they wanted to work me a nice deal but it's really impractical for me so i passed

KBM · 25 September 2017, 06:12 AM

Man, I just love those. Hard to justify the price (when that would buy a very cool wrist watch), but I just love them. I might make a silly move yet.

Ruud Van Driver · 25 September 2017, 08:10 AM

Hey, I might have started something here

oldsalt · 25 September 2017, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Hey, I might have started something here

Yes Paul...you certainly have...I"ll have to check with the local shop to see what's available... I'd love one on my desk too....

cheers

nick c · 25 September 2017, 01:12 PM

Panerai 302 something different

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Hairdude1 · 25 September 2017, 02:26 PM

I dig them too

ajas · 25 September 2017, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by waikeekee

You meant The Hour Glass in KL or an AD, right? There are no Panerai boutique in Malaysia.

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Sincere Watches i believe. Ground floor at Pavilion in KL.
Correct there is no boutique in KL

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Quicksilver · 25 September 2017, 07:14 PM

I think they are gorgeous. I saw one in Selfridges London a few weeks ago. Just a lovely object. My favourite however is the Panerai wrist watch. I would love to have one of those in my pocket on a chain.

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23 September 2017, 08:55 PM	#1
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,926	I fancy a different kind of Panerai When Mrs Van D is away, a naughty Ruud will play. I would love one of these on my desk, I mean who wouldn’t? An absolute complete, utter waste of money but, and it’s a huge but with a capital B, they’ve just had a price adjustment. Yep, against the current trend of increases, these babies have dropped by about 40% and they’re down to S$4,300 (£2,350 US$3,170). Alas, Mrs Van D has put the blockers on a purchase. If she comes out to Singapore in four weeks and finds one of these in the house then she’ll pull down my Alan’s and grab my Jacob’s and drag them over my head! The California dial is my favourite (651, I think). So, worth the risk? Attached Images __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 September 2017, 09:09 PM	#3
Andad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 38,061	Grow some jacobs. Man or mouse? I like them ALL. __________________ E

23 September 2017, 09:49 PM	#7
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,845	That’s what I like about Panerai, they do so many different stuff and cool ones, very nice Paul ✌️ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 September 2017, 02:27 PM	#15
Andad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 38,061	I would like one of these.... Attached Images __________________ E

24 September 2017, 02:31 PM	#16
Andad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 38,061	To match my 231. Attached Images __________________ E

23 September 2017, 09:04 PM	#2
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 36,356	They say it's sometimes easier to ask forgiveness than to ask. So, 651 is the one to get, IMHO, plus it's cheaper than a 372..... Maybe have it sitting on the table with the RG submersible next to it waiting for Mrs. Ruud?

23 September 2017, 09:36 PM	#6
mps354 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,193	I've always wanted one of those pocket watches as well, go for it!

23 September 2017, 09:59 PM	#9
brandrea 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 82,588	Meh, I'm with the missus on this one. Save the money and buy yourself another wristy

23 September 2017, 10:13 PM	#10
1William 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 50,792	I like all three and if the funds were available I would buy one. I understand with the wife but there are some things that are going to happen and this might be one.

24 September 2017, 08:21 AM	#11
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,305	Such a waste of money, but they are so cool looking. I'd go with the California dial as well.

24 September 2017, 02:01 PM	#13
waikeekee "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Ubi Posts: 619	Buy a cheap SCOOT ticket to HKG. These table clocks are sold there at approximately or not more than SGD3,100.00 depending on the prevailing exchange rates. If based on today's rates from the Arcade money changers, it is SGD100.00 = HKD579.00 Listed price HKD22,000.00 less 20% = HKD17,600.00/5.79 = SGD3,035.00 only Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

24 September 2017, 03:34 PM	#17
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,161	Just walked in Panerai in KL and they have no stock at the moment but can offer 10800 RM - 3400 Sing without any nagotiations. If pressed they can probably do 3100 Sing as in HK. Then you could claim extra 5 % tax at the aiport. You may use it while speaking to Panerai on Orchard. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

24 September 2017, 04:01 PM	#19
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,161	Yes but only if you fly. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

24 September 2017, 04:48 PM	#20
Ian Macdermott "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Willy.B.Banned Location: Sheol Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 2,721	Go for it Paul What's the worst that could happen

25 September 2017, 12:24 AM	#23
fullcourt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: dp Location: chicago, usa Watch: panerai Posts: 2,369	saw one in sydney, they wanted to work me a nice deal but it's really impractical for me so i passed __________________ dp just living the dream chicago, usa chgo_risti on IG

25 September 2017, 06:12 AM	#24
KBM 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,529	Man, I just love those. Hard to justify the price (when that would buy a very cool wrist watch), but I just love them. I might make a silly move yet.

25 September 2017, 08:10 AM	#25
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,926	Hey, I might have started something here __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

25 September 2017, 01:12 PM	#27
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,845	Panerai 302 something different Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

25 September 2017, 02:26 PM	#28
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,155	I dig them too __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

25 September 2017, 07:14 PM	#30
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,605	I think they are gorgeous. I saw one in Selfridges London a few weeks ago. Just a lovely object. My favourite however is the Panerai wrist watch. I would love to have one of those in my pocket on a chain. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

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