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Last day of the long weekend (and my vacation)

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Bulova Wilton GMT for the holiday

Dryden Pathfinder Green & Gold

Probably my largest “collection within a collection” is my American-based Microbrand collection pictured. I probably have a few more, but the models pictured are my favorites and carry at least some uniqueness or prominence to each individual brand within the microbrand space.

Ahead of the holiday weekend, I thought it was the perfect time to share and discuss. Let me know your thoughts, favorite American-based watches, and ideas for future additions! r/WatchChapters

Welcome to Chroma Chapters — our weekly celebration of color on the wrist! Every Thursday we will spotlight one specific color and showcase how beautifully it translates into watches, straps, dials, and full collections.

This week’s color: GREEN
Drop your GREEN watches below! Whether it’s a single standout piece, a full collection, a fresh strap swap, or even just a dream watch in any shade (olive, mint, pistachio, teal, forest, doesn’t matter)— we want to see it. (Post all week until the next color!)

Bonus for:
• Creative lighting that makes the color pop
• Matching backgrounds
• Close-ups of dials, lume, or details
• Why this color speaks to you
Rules:
• All watches must feature GREEN as a prominent color (dial, bezel, strap, case, etc.)
• Vintage, modern, microbrand, luxury — all welcome!
• Be kind and respectful in the comments
Here are mine, Let’s see those GREEN wrists shine! 🔥

Multifort for what will be a 90+ degree day
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Traska Summiteer with an evening cup of coffee
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Love the watch, but not so sure about the rubber strap. I feel like this could even be a dressier type watch if presented right. Ideas for a different strap-style, material, color? Looking for ideas!

I feel like my interest in skeleton-type watches peaked about 10 years ago and since I haven’t had much interest despite the rise in “RM” style watches which also often spark debate.

I received the Stuhrling pictured as a gift many years back now, and got the Ciga Design around the holidays one year at an ultra discounted price. Whats funny is I almost always get compliments (from probably non-watch people) if I ever decide to throw them on the wrist. Both tick remarkably well and the Ciga Design is actually pretty thin compared to other Tonneau style skeletons in its price range.

Still for me, I almost completely pass over skeletons when browsing and pay almost no attention to them despite the varying styles- open heart, full skeleton, tonneau, etc. Unless convinced differently, I’ll pass on them. Where do you land? r/WatchChapters

This is more of a collection inside of a collection for me, but with unseasonably hot temps this week in my area, I figured I would share my current divers.

Divers are funny for me because I never actively seek them out, but based on the picture below, I guess I have been subconsciously attracted to them over the years. I’m the first to admit, I am in no way a diver, but the waterproof watches do come in handy for the summer water activities.

I would love to see your favorite dive watches! r/WatchChapters

What’s everyone’s opinion on mother-of-pearl dials? I think they can be ok but it’s really watch dependent. I have the 2 above in my own collection that are vastly different interpretations of the MOP dial. The black Islander I acquired for a specific mini-collection purpose. r/WatchChapters

I bought the Zelos Swordfish Scarlet on a great deal and wasn’t sure what to make of it at first, but it always somehow sneaks its way into my rotation. The mosaic dial is interesting, but I think I enjoy wearing it because it’s a really well-made watch all around.

Does anyone else have MOP dials in their collection or is it an automatic no?

What’s everyone’s opinion on mother-of-pearl dials? I think they can be ok but it’s really watch dependent. I have the 2 above in my own collection that are vastly different interpretations of the MOP dial. The black Islander I acquired for a specific mini-collection purpose that I discussed here: https://www.reddit.com/r/WatchChapters/s/nvx1b6n9j0

I bought the Zelos Swordfish Scarlet on a great deal and wasn’t sure what to make of it at first, but it always somehow sneaks its way into my rotation. The mosaic dial is interesting, but I think I enjoy wearing it because it’s a really well-made watch all around.

Does anyone else have MOP dials in their collection or is it an automatic no?

Any fans of Boldr?

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Black Marble Aquacy x Black Coffee
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I see lots of discussion around people asking what their first watch should be, but let’s reverse the conversation. What’s the watch that started your passion? Many of us didn’t necessarily intend to start “collecting”, it just happened over the years and there was obviously a watch that started the journey.

For me, it was this black Citizen Eco-Drive with the small seconds feature. I got it as an anniversary gift from a local jewelry shop, which I helped pick out with my wife. I was just looking for something that was pretty easy to wear with most outfits. It remained my first and only watch for a few years as I got started in my current career. Once upon a time it had a matching black bracelet (which I still have), but through much wear, the black started to wear off. Eventually O started to get the itch to add more pieces, but this still remains an important piece in my collection.

Share your first watch and/or story.
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Who else is going with bright colors today?

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Generally when I’m adding to my collection, I’m always looking for colors and styles I don’t currently have. However, it’s always hard to stop my eyes from drifting towards copper/rose gold colored dials. Here are some from my collection. What are your favorites with a similar color?

(I know the Baltic is technically “salmon” but it definitely has a gold tone)

Hamilton Khaki for me. What’s everyone else going with today end the week? r/WatchChapters