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jamesh · 20 February 2009, 04:00 PM

I think there was an ealier post on Alpina by "jas55" but couldn't find much feedback about it.

From the bit of reading I've done it sounds like quite a respectable watch house with a bit of history but not that well known... But I LOVE the look of their watches - especially this one:

Much appreciate anyone elses thoughts on the brand or what you think of the look..

bodybump · 20 February 2009, 04:29 PM

i saw one of this on my ad's case but didnt pay attention...how much does it cost actually?

topcat30093 · 20 February 2009, 06:13 PM

Not bad looking and quite easy to read.

BmwA5H · 20 February 2009, 08:40 PM

haha when i saw alpina, i thought that you were talking about Bmw/Alpina !!!!!
IMO not my cup of tea, but looks sporty !

WatchTimes · 20 February 2009, 11:12 PM

They are a couple thousand new
Horrid resale.

Quality build.

If you like the look go for it but get a good deal!

I think they look much better in pics, the case just is a weird shape
in person.

BUT

Its what YOU like that matters!
If you like it PLEASE post pics and a review.

asadtiger · 21 February 2009, 12:34 AM

I really like the new Alpina Diver 1000m and Extreme automatic in PVD...very sporty looking watches...somehow they scream :active :)...

never seen one in person but I like the design

Mosco · 21 February 2009, 01:10 AM

I saw them in person - I think they're an AWESOME watch for the price. Being in the same price-point as a Tag - I would DEFINITELY go for an Alpina!

jamesh · 24 February 2009, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

i saw one of this on my ad's case but didnt pay attention...how much does it cost actually?

Hi Oscar - I think this particular one ("Regulator Series") is around $US 4K... which I guess is reasonable but not super-cheap. I think they also have models such as the "Avalanche" series which around $US 2K - and that is quite reasonable...

jamesh · 24 February 2009, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asadtiger

I really like the new Alpina Diver 1000m and Extreme automatic in PVD...very sporty looking watches...somehow they scream :active :)...

never seen one in person but I like the design

Thanks Adadtiger - I sporty look is what appeals to me too. Haven't actually seen one in person either so will have to check it out and report back. Stay tuned!

erasuretim · 24 February 2009, 05:52 PM

Alpina is now part of the Frederique Constant group.

Regards

Tim

cody p · 25 February 2009, 10:09 AM

i'm wondering how many of these 'fringe' brands are going to fail if this current global economic downturn keeps up. right now i'd only buy the products of the really strong players. if Alpina fails, who is going to service that new in-house movement of theirs and where will one find the parts. i think one needs to consider these things when forking over big $$$ for a watch. i'm not saying it's not a good brand, i just think that there are other products out there that are just as good and are a safer bet in terms of SAV (service apres-vent).

jamesh · 27 February 2009, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cody p

i'm wondering how many of these 'fringe' brands are going to fail if this current global economic downturn keeps up. right now i'd only buy the products of the really strong players. if Alpina fails, who is going to service that new in-house movement of theirs and where will one find the parts. i think one needs to consider these things when forking over big $$$ for a watch. i'm not saying it's not a good brand, i just think that there are other products out there that are just as good and are a safer bet in terms of SAV (service apres-vent).

Yeah, fair point cody p. Time will tell I guess...

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bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	i saw one of this on my ad's case but didnt pay attention...how much does it cost actually? __________________

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topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,449	Not bad looking and quite easy to read. __________________

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WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	They are a couple thousand new Horrid resale. Quality build. If you like the look go for it but get a good deal! I think they look much better in pics, the case just is a weird shape in person. BUT Its what YOU like that matters! If you like it PLEASE post pics and a review. __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

21 February 2009, 01:10 AM	#7
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	I saw them in person - I think they're an AWESOME watch for the price. Being in the same price-point as a Tag - I would DEFINITELY go for an Alpina! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

20 February 2009, 08:40 PM	#4
BmwA5H "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rolex 16618 Posts: 704	haha when i saw alpina, i thought that you were talking about Bmw/Alpina !!!!! IMO not my cup of tea, but looks sporty !

21 February 2009, 12:34 AM	#6
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	I really like the new Alpina Diver 1000m and Extreme automatic in PVD...very sporty looking watches...somehow they scream :active :)... never seen one in person but I like the design

24 February 2009, 05:52 PM	#10
erasuretim "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: cranfield, uk Watch: 14060m Posts: 251	Alpina is now part of the Frederique Constant group. Regards Tim

25 February 2009, 10:09 AM	#11
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	i'm wondering how many of these 'fringe' brands are going to fail if this current global economic downturn keeps up. right now i'd only buy the products of the really strong players. if Alpina fails, who is going to service that new in-house movement of theirs and where will one find the parts. i think one needs to consider these things when forking over big $$$ for a watch. i'm not saying it's not a good brand, i just think that there are other products out there that are just as good and are a safer bet in terms of SAV (service apres-vent).

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