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tranny · 20 April 2012, 08:55 AM

Today is one of the better days I've had in a while. I got myself a couple birthday gifts, and they both arrived today. A BIG one (Meccaniche Veloci Quattro Valvole), and little guy (a 100 year-old Elgin "trench watch").

The Meccaniche Veloci Quattro Valvole

Seems like it's been forever... the instant gratification of overnight shipping has spoiled me. Two short weeks, and I'm already foaming at the mouth in anticipation. Let me tell you... Ordinando un reloj de España no es fácil! I had to call my bank, the merchant's bank, and the merchant a total of 5 times to get the transaction sorted out, but the $700 savings was worth it. Being a watch that's not really available in the US, you really only have MSRP as an option (from Amazon). But at last, the wait is over!

To answer your question, I LOVE this watch... it's a real monster of a machine... totally dominates my near-8" wrist. And if you are mesmerized by the ticking of a watch like I am, this timepiece will leave you spellbound... the harmony of 4 independent movements ticking away is incredible to listen to.

The Elgin Trench Watch

This thing's really cool. But it's amazing how small 31mm seems these days, especially when side-by-side with a 48mm BEAST! I ordered a cuff strap for this baby, and I'm gonna get that put together later this week. Will get some more shots of it then!

Without further ado.... some photos! Sorry for the poor quality... I didn't wanna whip out the camera, so I iPhoned it.

watch watcher · 20 April 2012, 09:06 AM

Well. The trench watch will surely be noticed even by a non-WIS unless he's brain dead.
The other one...I've never seen anything like it and didn't know it was possible to have 4 indy movements in 1 watch!

drockadam · 20 April 2012, 09:19 AM

Wow! Great looking watches!

tranny · 20 April 2012, 09:22 AM

BTW, the MVQV is really light for its size. It feels like it weighs about 100 grams. That's the all-titanium case at work! :)

FeelingTheBlues · 20 April 2012, 09:58 AM

Quite a big incoming Steve! The MVQV is a real chunk, it's really amazing!

As for your trench watch, I find it truly beautiful! I'm not an expert in those but you sure found a pretty treasure that you'll be able to give to your children!

Congratulations on both of them and enjoy them, please keep us updated about the monster, I want to know how confusing it is to take a look at four different dials at once!

belk7 · 20 April 2012, 10:04 AM

Those are both very special pieces. Both completely unique. I absolutely love the trench watch.

tranny · 20 April 2012, 11:04 AM

Thanks, guys! I should be getting my cuff strap for the Elgin tomorrow. Will get a bunch of nice photos once that's put together. :)

FeelingTheBlues · 20 April 2012, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by transio

Thanks, guys! I should be getting my cuff strap for the Elgin tomorrow. Will get a bunch of nice photos once that's put together. :)

It probably will give the watch a great look! I'm looking forward to see those pictures!

dddrees · 20 April 2012, 11:48 AM

Congrats, both very unique and kind of cool looking.

johnbeth · 20 April 2012, 12:02 PM

Congrats!

h999r · 20 April 2012, 01:20 PM

congrats ! Interesting watches !

bewithabob · 20 April 2012, 01:30 PM

not 4 me, but congrats anyway!

toph · 20 April 2012, 01:31 PM

not ones you see every day, enjoy and wear them in good health!

Dan Pierce · 20 April 2012, 01:32 PM

Can't believe I'm gonna say this but I like that Quattro!
dP

bodybump · 20 April 2012, 01:47 PM

Impressive Steve!!! now lets see if you will still be late for work!! hahahah

TSW · 20 April 2012, 02:37 PM

Interesting watches!

tranny · 20 April 2012, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

Impressive Steve!!! now lets see if you will still be late for work!! hahahah

How'd you know I'm always late for work?!?

BTW, I want to put out a sincere thanks to everyone for all the positive feedback (especially to the no-replies from those who dislike it). I know this thing isn't for everyone, and I appreciate that no one is bashing it. Very classy.

Monte Cristo · 20 April 2012, 03:33 PM

Nery nice and very unique pieces. Thanks for sharing.

Haven't seen the Quattro before, but you could cover all the timezones in the US right? PDT, MDT, CDT and EDT. Am I missing any?

dddrees · 20 April 2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Can't believe I'm gonna say this but I like that Quattro!
dP

It would be kind of interesting to see what kind of strap combinations you would come up with for this one DanP.

tranny · 20 April 2012, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

It would be kind of interesting to see what kind of strap combinations you would come up with for this one DanP.

Unfortunately the strap is. Bolted into the case. No NATO on this baby I'm afraid!

dddrees · 21 April 2012, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by transio

Unfortunately the strap is. Bolted into the case. No NATO on this baby I'm afraid!

Yeah, I saw that.

However if anyone can figure out how to change up straps on a watch DanP can.

PatekCollector · 23 April 2012, 06:51 AM

Cong's ... Nice

20 April 2012, 09:58 AM	#5
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Quite a big incoming Steve! The MVQV is a real chunk, it's really amazing! As for your trench watch, I find it truly beautiful! I'm not an expert in those but you sure found a pretty treasure that you'll be able to give to your children! Congratulations on both of them and enjoy them, please keep us updated about the monster, I want to know how confusing it is to take a look at four different dials at once! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

20 April 2012, 11:48 AM	#9
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20 April 2012, 01:32 PM	#14
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20 April 2012, 09:06 AM	#2
watch watcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ME Watch: Vintages Posts: 565	Well. The trench watch will surely be noticed even by a non-WIS unless he's brain dead. The other one...I've never seen anything like it and didn't know it was possible to have 4 indy movements in 1 watch!

20 April 2012, 09:19 AM	#3
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Wow! Great looking watches!

20 April 2012, 09:22 AM	#4
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	BTW, the MVQV is really light for its size. It feels like it weighs about 100 grams. That's the all-titanium case at work! :)

20 April 2012, 10:04 AM	#6
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439	Those are both very special pieces. Both completely unique. I absolutely love the trench watch.

20 April 2012, 11:04 AM	#7
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	Thanks, guys! I should be getting my cuff strap for the Elgin tomorrow. Will get a bunch of nice photos once that's put together. :)

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20 April 2012, 01:20 PM	#11
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	congrats ! Interesting watches !

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bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Impressive Steve!!! now lets see if you will still be late for work!! hahahah __________________

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20 April 2012, 03:33 PM	#18
Monte Cristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Watch: ing you... Posts: 3,775	Nery nice and very unique pieces. Thanks for sharing. Haven't seen the Quattro before, but you could cover all the timezones in the US right? PDT, MDT, CDT and EDT. Am I missing any?

23 April 2012, 06:51 AM	#22
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