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A Show By Joe
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Long Island
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Posted: Jan 23, 2012 10:25pm
Patek Philip, or you can't go wrong with Movado.
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motown
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Atlanta by way of Detroit
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Posted: Jan 23, 2012 11:25pm
Here's a great one I just found today:
http://roamer.ch/en/the-collection/watch-details/watch/677972-41-55-60.html
This brand isn't very well know in the US.
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Howie Diddot
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The Bay Area of California
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Posted: Feb 1, 2012 5:14pm
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On 2011-12-15 21:08, Howie Diddot wrote:
I wear a Rolex while performing because it is the only watch I own
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I just purchased this watch because the Rolex could not measure time
http://themagicwarehouse.com/cgi-bin/findit.pl?x_item=MI2459&keyword=WATCH
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dusty
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Posted: Feb 6, 2012 8:07am
I have owned two Rolex, a GMT Master for 16 years and since 2005 a Steel date Submariner, neither of which keep particuklarly good time 
The design for the Submariner has changed only slightly since 1953 and remains a classic. If it was good enough for Sean Connery in Dr No, its good enough for me! I get lots of envious comments and compliments, so yes, I think people do notice.
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ljsviol
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Posted: Feb 7, 2012 11:13am
Over the years, I've seen some watches that use a large coin for the face of the watch; I always thought this would make a nice accessory for a close-up magician, especially one working with coins.
The most impressive, I've always thought, were the Corum watches that have a US gold $20 as the face (no numbers on the face, of course, just the coin and watch hands). But being made from a $20 gold piece, they're *very* expensive. (A web search for 'corum watch gold coin" will bring up lots of images - it looks like there are lots of folks trying to sell these, or replicas of them.)
I've also seen watches using a walking liberty half dollar as the face (the US mint used to sell these, but I haven't checked recently), and I have a vague memory of seeing other US silver coins uses as well.
Has anyone used something like this in their act? Any recommendations as per quality, etc?
Thanks, and best regards,
Larry S.
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Decomposed
Eternal Order
Cannot See
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Posted: Feb 17, 2012 7:19pm
I have a collection to choose from and pull out the stem on most to save on battery costs. You cannot go wrong with a killer suave looking watch as well as you entire outfit.
Speaking of your ensemble, please do not forget about your shows. I have spent hundreds on shoes: Versace, Ferragamo, Santoni, Prada etc and they give me a lot of confidence walking out on the floor. Its been said that shoes are one of the first things the client looks at. You can easily hide a watch but not what is on your feet!
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ropeadope
Elite user
Mississippi
453 Posts
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Posted: Feb 18, 2012 11:39pm
I believe we should all wear hour witch wrist watch. Easy for you to say...
Or our Timeless.
Have fun,
John
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Decomposed
Eternal Order
Cannot See
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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 12:29am
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On 2008-02-13 03:11, Acecardician wrote:
I get a gold flashy watch at the drug store for $10.00.
It is usually hidden under my sleeve.
I ook at it at the appropriate time, usualyy after I produce a royal flush, and say, anyone lost a watch? I did not have this when I came here. I actually have poeple looking for theri watches. At the same time I see what time it is, so I know how much longer to perform.
Cam Anyone send me a link to get one of those $25 Rolexes?
That would work great for this.
ACE
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Those Rolex are going for much more these days, more like $170 and up.
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WillStagner
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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 1:52pm
I think we should ask ourselves not what particular brand of "nice watch" we should wear, but rather if we should wear a nice watch at all.
For close up, at least, I think wearing a really expensive watch, just like wearing an expensive suit, gives the spectator the impression that you're doing magic at them instead of with them. Coming off as a professional entertainer puts this artificial barrier between you and the spectator that doesn't need to be there
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Alan Munro
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Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
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Posted: Feb 25, 2012 11:24am
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On 2012-02-20 13:52, WillStagner wrote:
I think we should ask ourselves not what particular brand of "nice watch" we should wear, but rather if we should wear a nice watch at all.
For close up, at least, I think wearing a really expensive watch, just like wearing an expensive suit, gives the spectator the impression that you're doing magic at them instead of with them. Coming off as a professional entertainer puts this artificial barrier between you and the spectator that doesn't need to be there
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I don't think that anyone will notice the watch, unless they're impressed by such things or the the watch is really awful looking. I won't notice a Rolex at all. However, when working for a well-healed crowd, you will need to look really good. You can do that without breaking the bank.
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Al Angello
Eternal Order
Collegeville, Pa. USA
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Posted: Feb 29, 2012 6:10pm
I bought a gold Rolex from a street vendor on Canal street in lower Manhattan for $20. The nice Chinese man who sold it to me assured me that it was the real thing.
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magicalaurie
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Ontario, Canada
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Posted: May 22, 2012 4:28pm
I like to wear this one, but it needs a new battery.
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Keith Atkinson
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Wigan, UK
103 Posts
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Posted: Jun 4, 2012 12:40pm
I may be wrong, but I tend to think if someone is wearing a Rolex,it may give out the wrong signal, people tend to look at them thinking they must be `loaded`.
I wear my favourite watch that I bought in the Caribbean, for less than half the price in the UK.
http://www.watchshop.com/mens-citizen-stiletto-eco-drive-watch-ar1002-56a-p474.html
Keith.
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motown
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Atlanta by way of Detroit
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Posted: Jun 7, 2012 10:54pm
This is the one I picked up on a trip to Zürich. Simple, elegant design.
http://www.rado.com/mobile/#sub/watches_detail.html?client_request_mpGUID=225
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Erdnase27
Inner circle
2360 Posts
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Posted: Jul 26, 2012 5:50pm
I have 4 watches..
an Emporio Armani designer watch, a Hugo Boss Designer watch, a Tissit v8 watch, and a TagHeuer Carrera (real) 
I just switch them. I think watches are a must for men as part of their attire. It makes them look soo elegant and classy!
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Magical Dimensions
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Posted: Jul 27, 2012 9:53am
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On 2012-07-26 17:50, Erdnase27 wrote:
I have 4 watches..
an Emporio Armani designer watch, a Hugo Boss Designer watch, a Tissit v8 watch, and a TagHeuer Carrera (real)
I just switch them. I think watches are a must for men as part of their attire. It makes them look soo elegant and classy!
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Nice watches!
I agree that a good looking watch can look elegant and classy and is a must have accessorily.
Best
Ray
A fight is not usually won by one punch or kick, you must learn to endure.(Bruce Lee)
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Erdnase27
Inner circle
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Posted: Aug 8, 2012 8:39am
I meant Tissot instead of Tissit btw
Together with my nice Hugo Boss suit, nice derby shoes and nice scent I get compliments before I even have performed my first effect..
It really is that important to look the part in my humble opinion.
"He must be content to rank with the common herd." - S.W. Erdnase
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Miguel Abril
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80 Posts
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Posted: Oct 9, 2012 4:34pm
I use to carry around a Timeless watch by Liam Montier
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joesquire
New user
87 Posts
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Posted: Feb 11, 2013 12:23am
No one has mentioned Cartier? Striking watches without being a cliche.
But I think most people who are critical of this thread are missing the point. It's not about watches, it's about jewellery.
Some people wear expensive jewellery because they like it and some people wear it to look "the part" - and in both cases it will be obvious which one you are. That being said, most people won't even care enough to wonder.
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Ado
Regular user
Vancouver, BC
155 Posts
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Posted: Feb 11, 2013 4:14am
I have a Tissot pocket watch. It really gets noticed everytime I check the time.
Also, if you're a good pick-pocket, you could probably wear whatever watch your spectator was wearing :)
P!
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lchan
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Spokane
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Posted: May 17, 2013 8:55pm
I have over 12 watches. Watch collecting is another hobby of mine. From vintage watches to modern high end watches including 4 Rolex watches, 4 Omega, 1 Brietling, 1 Panerai and other lesser known brands. I can tell you that the spectators do not notice what watches you wear. They will notice that you dress nice and is well groomed. I tend to wear nice stuff when performing because to me a magician should not dress poorly.
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motown
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Atlanta by way of Detroit
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Posted: May 19, 2013 11:34am
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On 2012-08-08 08:39, Erdnase27 wrote:
I meant Tissot instead of Tissit btw
Together with my nice Hugo Boss suit, nice derby shoes and nice scent I get compliments before I even have performed my first effect..
It really is that important to look the part in my humble opinion.
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I have a Tissot as well, but it's a bit to bulky and sporty to wear performing.
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motown
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Atlanta by way of Detroit
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Posted: May 20, 2013 12:30am
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On 2013-05-17 20:55, lchan wrote:
I have over 12 watches. Watch collecting is another hobby of mine. From vintage watches to modern high end watches including 4 Rolex watches, 4 Omega, 1 Brietling, 1 Panerai and other lesser known brands. I can tell you that the spectators do not notice what watches you wear. They will notice that you dress nice and is well groomed. I tend to wear nice stuff when performing because to me a magician should not dress poorly.
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You must be loaded to have so many expensive Swiss watches.
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