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Paxman 3T WIS 
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A rainy day lead to a shopping excursion the next town over... They have a TJ... I saw the Gevril and it was a steal. I don't know much about it other than it appears to be a 1st generation Gevril. May be one of our experts can shed some more light on this watch. Not sure it is my cup of tea, but it is a damn nice watch. Out to dinner with my Pops for his burthday so out of time. Extreme q & ds      |
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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Sure appears to be a 1st gen (listed online new for $499)... looks good to me! Nice snag Mark (trade fodder?)... :cool: |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Nice pick-up Markhand6.gif |
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KenC Admin 
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Not my specific style either, but beautiful nonetheless...hope you got my usual TJ discount on it! :D |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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Yea that is a good score there just for the name for one thing. And that dial is one of the most popular with Gevril. I've seen it in a different color and thought about it myself. Parent company to GV2. That is one to have as they say for the bragging rights. Gevril is some where in the top 10 oldest watch companies out there. Congrats on the pickup there. ;) |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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Congrats Mark on a Awesome Gevril! ....this particular model is made from 1st gen. parts that Sam Friedman owner of Gevril found and put to use...I have a silver dial and they are sweet...all hand made/guilochet dials,custom cases hand6.gif The true 1st gens can be identified by a red rectangular block found between the III and the chapter ringwatch2.gif |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Here is a borrowed pic of the 1st gen. Gevril with the block at III which Cris S here at 3T has hand6.gif The one's we have are identical less the red block watch2.gifThe local AD is getting $1495. for them and TT just got our's back at SAH for $699..... so at anything lower is a steal for a fine 100% Swiss Gevril cool10.gif Attachment: gevril 1st gen 1.JPG (Downloaded 139 times) |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Thanks for the info and kind words. My folks really liked the look of this one... I told them the story over my Dad's birthday cake... But they are pushing 70!! I know it is a sweet and beautiful watch, but I am not sure if it is one I am going to wear much and that is a shame. I'm gonna see how it grows on me... photgraph it lovingly and debate if it should go on the block... |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Paxman wrote This Gevril is a Classic Marc hand6.gif I have worn mine once in 2 years but I tend to wear my nicest watches the least on a daily basis and more for occasions or just showing off Buddy!:D Here is mine in the original 2005 pic when I got it...and it is still a favorite in my collection without even one problem to date and remember these have a sweet eta in them which are like gold now!watch2.gif Thanks for the info and kind words. My folks really liked the look of this one... I told them the story over my Dad's birthday cake... But they are pushing 70!! I know it is a sweet and beautiful watch, but I am not sure if it is one I am going to wear much and that is a shame. Attachment: P1060489ed.jpg (Downloaded 154 times) |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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This thing is growing on me... |
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chris s. 3T WIS 
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Big Congrats Pax, I love mine they have avery classic style,and are very under rated IMO.I have a 15 degree GMT with that same dial color. and another pick of the UCI  Again congrats and wear it in good healthhand6.gif |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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A great deal my friend ....It is a bargain and I know how you like a steal .....nice double box .... do all Gervils come that nicely presented |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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canadajo wrote: A great deal my friend ....It is a bargain and I know how you like a steal .....nice double box .... do all Gervils come that nicely presented They even ship the GV2 in that awesome box. :) ;) |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Thanks Chris and CJ! This watch is getting good to me... Wristies:   |
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Equinox 3T WIS
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Nice grab, Pax. I looked at one at a local TJ's a few weeks ago....should have pulled the trigger looks great on the wrist. |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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I'm extremley interested in this watch but they are hard to find at jewelers to review. I am impressed with the quality and craftmanship but I'm concerned that the scale is on the small size given width and length, and many are wearing bigger case watches now. Is it on the small side and out of style at this point or would you reccomend me adding it to my collection. Thank you! |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Truth be told you are looking at a nearly two year old post. I flipped the watch some time ago not so much because of the size but rather because it seemed a dress watch I didn't need or wear enough to justify letting it gather dust. Imho, the size was not an issue though I would think it might be if you are large wristed. |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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Thank you very much for the response. I just signed up to this forum and I'm a recent watch enthusiast as of the past 2 years. I have about 10 and growing, Hamiltons, Oris, Tag, Swiss Army, Omega, an Old Mitar solid Gold, it was my Dad's, invicta (but never again) I like understated class, as well as larger cases, but the non-descript appeal and what appears to be quality as well as Gevril being in the business since 1758, just sounded unique and not overly commercialized to me. Do you agree? Did you enjoy the weight and feel before flipping and is it a quality piece for the money, or is this company resting and holding onto past laurels? Also any tips on how to best use this site would be appreciated. I have never sold or traded watches, suggestions on best way of doing that would be appreciated also, very much a novice here but enjoy these little works of wonder!! My appreciation! Beantown USA smile8.gif |
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suitekids 3T WIS 
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Darn classy lookin watch  |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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I can tell you the build quality on the watch I had was top notch. I got a killer deal at a TJ Maxx so the watch was well worth what I paid. The best way to use this site? Well introduce yourself in the new member area and then start exploring and participating. Let's see you in the daily wrist check. We have a number of Gevril collectors who can give you more info on the brand if you mention it in your intro. In short, jump right in and have fun!;) |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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Yes I agree, I'm leaning toward the Silver back with Gold numbers, which of the First Generations do you like based on the pics shown?watch2.gif |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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Yes I agree, I'm leaning toward the Silver back with Gold numbers, which of the First Generations do you like based on the pics shown?watch2.gif |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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Thank you! My appreciation, which of the First Generations to you own, which face did you have and numbers? cool10.gif |
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chris s. 3T WIS
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I've got a few there is a difference in 1st gen and 2nd run 1st gen. ,anyway here's my Gevrils |
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BostonWatchLover 3T WIS
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Wow!cool10.gif Awsome collection, I just discovered Gervil's and i suspected that the quality of second run "First generation, " might not be in the same league? are there major differences in qulaity, etc?? Curious what is it about the brand you love? I like the fact they are not overly commercial, the company goes back to 1758, and the faces and components appear to be quality? what do you like about the brand, and should i invest in the new run of the First generation i was leaning toward this one, found at Over Stock for 399.00 what do you think about the quality of the second run of these? Thanks for the help! |
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chris s. 3T WIS
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Don't ever "Invest" in a watch,that's very rare:shock: |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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I've owned a few of the Gevril branded 1st gen watches, sold them all....IMO I like the GV2 branded watches better, I own several, they are much more contemporary and if you buy them right they are a great value....the secret is buying them at the right price. |
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omegaman41 3T WIS 
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Very nice looking watch Paxman and from a company with lots of history. Wear it in good health. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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You guys are killing me...face4.gif |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Paxman wrote: You guys are killing me...face4.gif WOW!...a 2 year old thread and you are still getting Congrats on a watch you sold a year ago!  ...and isn't that a pic of mine above? face4.gif |
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