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Finally got a free moment to take some photos of t Finally got a free moment to take some photos of the new #traska Venturer GMT and its details. As I said on my previous posting about it, a fantastic value for the price range. Incredible craftsmanship folks and an even better customer service (more on this below). The proportions are spot on, with a case diameter of 38.5mm and lug to lug distance of 46mm. I mean really, there’s no better proportions for a watch in the opinion of yours truly. The attention to detail in this piece is truly above and beyond of what I expected from a micro brand such as Traska. And I’m very happy I ordered one while they were available (wasn’t long, that!). Speaking of details, the watch comes in a beautiful leather pouch and check those two crowns: they both exhibit an embossed logo, the Traska brand logo on the main one and a “globe” motif on the one at 10 o’clock. That’s the one you use to change the inner 24hr bezel, which, together with the independently controlled jumping hour hand, allows one to easily change the time when traveling, without having to reset everything. This type of “true” GMT movement was previously only available on high end watches, so the introduction of a more affordable movement of this kind by #miyota is a game changer. The bracelet is very comfortable and has enough removable links and micro adjustments on the clasp to allow me a great fit, something that I struggle with given my smallish 6.25” wrist. And going back to the great customer service. When I received the watch, after a day or two I noticed a misaligned calendar disk. So I took a photo and sent it to Traska and Jon Mack, founder of the brand, responded immediately with a phone call. We chatted a bit about it and he proceeded to FedEx me a replacement piece with a prepaid package inside for me to ship the one I had. Two days later the new one was on my hands. I value that a lot and this type of personalized service, together with the fact that the watch is fabulous, has made me an instant fan of Traska. I’m looking forward to exploring more of their line.
Worth the wait! A quick #wristshot of the newly ar Worth the wait! A quick #wristshot of the newly arrived Traska Venturer GMT. Took a couple months to finally get home but it’s really a fantastic new addition to the collection. I’ll give a more in-depth review soon, but wanted to share first impressions: Great, affordable piece, with a “true GMT” movement and above average, for the price, details and finishing. And in the sweeeetspot size of 38.5mm diameter with just 46mm lug to lug and a VERY slim 10mm case. Love it. Well done guys! More to come 🤙 • •• ••• #traska #traskaventurergmt #traskawatches #microbrands #watchcollector #watchesofinstagram #gmtwatch #watchfam #relojes #onthewrist #automaticwatch #mechanicalwatch #watchphotography
I got a "techno" metal kit from Aliexpress and mod I got a "techno" metal kit from Aliexpress and modded my trusty Casio GWM5610. Super easy to swap (it took a lot longer to size it to my small wrists that anything else). Great look for a reasonable price (about $70). Very happy with the result! Quality is outstanding and I love all the engraved techie details. This version is stainless steel. They also sell a titanium version, which is much lighter, but costs twice as much. I actually don't mind the weight at all. You can also see the previous *slight mod I had, which was a combi bracelet, for comparison. • •• ••• #casio #casiogshock #watches #watchporndaily #watchcollector #digitalwatches #watchfam #wristshot #watchoftheday #gwm5610 #digital #solarwatch #gshock #watchbox
Coffee and watches, Ep 08, this time with a workho Coffee and watches, Ep 08, this time with a workhorse of my collection: The Bulova Oceanographer, also known as the “Devil Diver” due to its 666 ft depth rating 😈. A beast of a watch, heavy on the wrist (in a good way) with incredible detailing for the price -check those applied indices, made with translucent material- and retro looks. Although perhaps “too” retro since it lacks a hacking mechanism. Bummer that, but a cool and affordable tank to have around and hey, the only green dial in my collection! I need more of those 🤙 • •• ••• #bulova #bulovawatch #bulovadevildiver #666ft #automaticwatch #automaticwatches #divingwatch #mechanicalwatch #watchcollector #onmywrist #watches #relojes #photography #watchphotography #greenwatch #greendial #watchesofinstagram #watchaddict #watchfam #watchgang #greendial
My adventures with #watchrepair continue. It seems My adventures with #watchrepair continue. It seems like every time I experiment with taking apart the #seiko #4r36movement I break something new. This time it was one of the reduction wheels, which probably happened because I didn’t put the calendar disk properly in place…. Crunch, broken 1/16” plastic wheel. Tiny bastard too, that cream colored thing you can see in the photo is the tip of my index finger. Alas, good thing parts are cheap! #watches #watchfam #watchcollector #relojes #horology
Coffee and watches, Ep 07. This time wearing my tr Coffee and watches, Ep 07. This time wearing my trusty beater, a Seiko Sports 5 with a bit of a mod: A jubilee bracelet from an old #SKX009 and a dual time Batman bezel insert. Oh and also featured is the unsung hero of this series, the #bialetti Italian coffee maker! #seiko #srpd51k1 #seikoskx009 #watchesofinstagram #watchfam #automaticwatch #skxmod #jdm #horology #watchenthusiast #coffee
Coffee and watches, Ep 06, this time with one of o Coffee and watches, Ep 06, this time with one of only three digital watches I have in my collection: the Adidas branded, Nixon made M1. I love the industrial simplicity of this piece. Super basic: hour, day-date, chrono and a second time zone, which I find very useful. Very well made with my only pet peeve being a misaligned Adidas logo in the dial… I mean, couldn’t they do better? Alas. I grew up with digital watches and although my current love is mechanical pieces, I still have a soft spot for a good, useful and cheap digital kit. #watchesofinstagram #relojes #digitalwatch #watchcollector #lcdwatch #adidas #nixonwatch #watchfam #relojesdigitales
Coffee and watches, Ep 05. This time with the crow Coffee and watches, Ep 05. This time with the crown jewel (pun firmly intended) of my collection, the Rolex Yacht-Master 40, with the Slate, formerly Rhodium, dial. A somewhat under appreciated piece in their line, the YM started life as an “upgrade” to the Submariner line, but once they finished their redesign, Rolex decided that they had gone too far for the Sub and instead decided to spin off the new watch as the Yacht-Master. The result, IMHO is a much more refined piece, less “tool-like”, with rounded lugs and more upscale materials and polishing choices. If I had to pick something to complain about is the fact that under certain light conditions, the hour hands can be tricky to see well. But a quick twist of the wrist solves the problem 🤙 #watchesofinstagram #rolex #yachtmaster #swissmade #horology #history #watchhistory #cyclops #watchcollector #watchphotography #macrophotography #watchfam #rolexyachtmaster #yachtmaster40
Coffee and watches, Ep 04, with the addition of my Coffee and watches, Ep 04, with the addition of my third passion, cars. Here we have one of the very few non-mechanical pieces in my collection, the Timex Q Chronograph. Cheap, accurate and with a sweet retro flair, it’s an affordable addition to any watch box! The book in the back is “Automania” a MoMA retrospective of their car-related pieces. Great read! #qchronograph #vintageinspired #watches #horology #watchcollector #onthewrist #watchfam #pandawatch #quartz #relojes #chronometer #watchesofinstagram #watchaddict #cheapwatch #wristshot #museumofmodernartnyc
Coffee and watches, Ep 03. Today my Italian coffee Coffee and watches, Ep 03. Today my Italian coffee maker is paired with the Swiss made Formex Essence 39, an incredible value with superb ergonomics -with their trick suspension system- beautiful finishing inside and out, a gorgeous degradé dial and perfect proportions, at 39mm with a lug to lug distance of barely over 45mm. • •• ••• @formexwatch #formexessence #watches #watchesofinstagram #wristwatch #wristshot #watchgang #cosccertified #chronometer #dégradédial #sportswatch #swisswatch #swissmade #cosc #photography #watchcollector #automaticwatch #watchaddict #wristshot #tattoosleeve #mechanicalwatch #watchoftheday #watchlover #watchphotography #watchfam #dailywatch #luxurywatch #swissmade
Coffee and watches, Ep 02. Today with the sharp-as Coffee and watches, Ep 02. Today with the sharp-as-a-knife Sinn 556i. The clearest of them all 🤙 • •• ••• #watchesofinstagram #watch #mechanicalwatches #automaticwatch #automatik #sinn #sinnwatches #sinn556i #sinnspezialuhren #watchcollector #watchcollection #relojes #photography #wristwatch #wristshot #onthewrist #watchgeek #instawatch #watchfam #germanwatch #watchdial
Coffee and watches, two of my favorite things to e Coffee and watches, two of my favorite things to enjoy every day. So here’s a #wristshot of the 214270 Mk2 in all its simple glory 🤙 • •• ••• #explorer1 #explorer #oysterperpetual #watchesofinstagram #watchfam #automaticwatch #swissmade #swisswatch #craftsmanship #wristshot #ref214270 #slatedial #watchporn #rolex #rolexpassion #rolexexplorer #rolexexplorer214270 #calibre3132
Learning my way thru a Seiko SRPE… first time I Learning my way thru a Seiko SRPE… first time I go this far, and of course I messed up the seconds hand trying to put it back 🙄 Good thing the replacement is only $12! #watchrepair #horology #seiko #seikosrpe #watchfam #watchcollector #watchservice #watchesofinstagram #relojes
Ok, bring it on 🤙 After several years of colle Ok, bring it on 🤙 After several years of collecting watches, a lifetime of loving them, and at least a year of watching great service and repair videos by the likes of @wristwatch_revival and others (thank you!), I’m about to disassemble and (try to) put back an automatic movement together…. A cheap one btw, I’m not that crazy 😉 But wish me luck nonetheless! #watchrepair #watchesofinstagram #mechanicalwatches #horology #watches #relojes #watchfam #watchcollector
Happy new year from us, the Minarovich-Deberts, to Happy new year from us, the Minarovich-Deberts, to you all! May it be filled with new discover, health and cool watches 🤙 #newyear #2023 #holidaycards #art #photography #losangeles #watchesofinstagram
One of my pieces had developed a bit of an arrhyth One of my pieces had developed a bit of an arrhythmia, needing a service. When I picked it up last week, the AD, #gearysbeverlyhills (albeit in Santa Monica) gave me this lovely leather pouch to take it home! Love the little details, the pressed logo on the card and leather… and now my YM40 is back in business, better than ever 🤙 #rolex #yatchtmaster #swissmade #automaticwatch #ym40 #rhodium #cyclops #watchesofinstagram #watchfam #watchcollection
Admittedly not the most inspired of shots, but it’s Sunday and I’m lazy…. So here’s a #wristshot of the 214270 Mk2 in all its simple glory 🤙 • •• ••• #explorer1 #explorer #oysterperpetual #watchesofinstagram #watchfam #automaticwatch #swissmade #swisswatch #craftsmanship #wristshot #ref214270 #slatedial #watchporn #rolex #rolexpassion #rolexexplorer #rolexexplorer214270 #calibre3132
Is there such a thing as #macromondays ? There sho Is there such a thing as #macromondays ? There should be… Anyway, growing up in Argentina I had one friend, and only one, that had a G-Shock (probably an original model #gw5000 ) and I was always impressed by the tough little, well massive actually, Casio. It looked like you could drive a bus over and it would happily keep going, and that appealed to my practical brain: a watch you could beat the crap out with no repercussions? Count me in! It took me a good 30+ years to finally get one, this GWM-5610 and I could not be happier. One of the few non-mechanical pieces in my collection, and I love the beast 🤙 • •• ••• #casio #casiogshock #watches #watchporndaily #watchcollector #digitalwatches #watchfam #wristshot #watchoftheday #gwm5610 #digital #solarwatch #gshock #watchbox
I’m yet to find a sharper/clearer/more readable- I’m yet to find a sharper/clearer/more readable-at-a-glance than this fabulous watch, the über tool Sinn 556i. The German company is known for their no non-sense pieces but even for their austere standards, the 556i is still my favorite by far. On top of that, it has what I consider to be the perfect size and proportions for a watch: 38.5 mm case diameter, just under 45.5 mm lug to lug with 20 mm lug width. Not perfect, but damn near it 🤙 • •• ••• #watchesofinstagram #watch #mechanicalwatches #automaticwatch #automatik #sinn #sinnwatches #sinn556i #sinnspezialuhren #watchcollector #watchcollection #relojes #photography #wristwatch #wristshot #onthewrist #watchgeek #instawatch #watchfam #germanwatch #watchdial
A few more photos of my “encounter” with the n A few more photos of my “encounter” with the new Rolex DeepSea Challenge. It’s the biggest damn watch I’ve ever seen, although I will say lighter than expected given that it’s made of titanium. Interestingly, you can see that the dial size matches my Explorer’s 39mm, but the rest is bloated as if on steroids. I get the connection to James Cameron’s dive and all, but who the heck would wear such thing? I personally would have to wear it on my bicep 💪😅 But I guess even snickers and chuckles sell, although considering just how hard it’s to get a Rolex from a dealer these days, perhaps they are not hurting from customers. Anyway, fun times. #explorer214270mk2 #watchesofinstagram #watchcollector #rolex #swisswatches #deepseachallenge #giantwatch #onthewrist #watchbox
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