The Watch Thread

[Dimman]

Since me and @serialk11r tend to clutter up Random Thoughts with watch talk, another member pointed out that we don't have a Watch Thread. Now we do.

In my opinion mechanical watches are the 3rd component of The Trifecta of Attainable Mechanical Awesomeness (TM). The other 2 being cars (naturally), and firearms. Since those are pretty well covered, let there now be watches! (Forgive the dramatism...)

So first, just picked up a vintage automatic Timex today. $20.



Throw up some pics, people.

[sklimo]

My newest.

[Hardrock4445]

If money is no object:Tag Heuer Monaco V4. Oldie, but a classic. I've always wanted one:

[Jidonsu]

A couple of mine.

[Dimman]

^ That's a damn FR-$ on your wrist (s).

[Dimman]

Any Casio fans? G-Shock, Baby-G, Pro Trek, etc...

My first digital watch in ages may be a Pro Trek PAW1500T-7V.



But the specs make it sound HUGE, 56mmx50mm. How do these wear?

[MightyMeeple]

Here's my orange monster:



I've had this watch for almost 2 years now, worn almost every day. This watch is heavy, durable, and keeps excellent time for an automatic. For sub-$200, I've been very impressed.

[serialk11r]

Hmm okay the M198S I showed you in the other thread can be had for the low price of 495 + possible 10% discount...should I just pull the trigger? Slightly unnerving knowing that a significant chunk of my bank account balance is in 2 watches.

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by serialk11r

Hmm okay the M198S I showed you in the other thread can be had for the low price of 495 + possible 10% discount...should I just pull the trigger? Slightly unnerving knowing that a significant chunk of my bank account balance is in 2 watches.

I personally wouldn't. For that range I would get a Seiko SARB either the green dialled Alpinist 17(?), or the blue/silver Cocktail Time Cool 65. It will still take a significant undercut of price for me to get a Sea-Gull. There's a vintage handwound Citizen on my Craigslist that is very similar styling for $100. More character.

But really, if you're unnerved at the cost just don't do it

[Vracer111]

My dream watch would be a Grand Seiko Spring drive chronograph (the titianium and gold one #SBGC005)....so smooth movement and beautiful design, but way too expensive for me to afford...





[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VxqlHwa1Rs"]Grand Seiko - 9R86 Spring Drive Chronograph - Features - YouTube[/ame]



As for the watches I do have currently, they are two Orients:

1.) 2012 Limited Edition BRZ GT300 watch [quartz] which I'm getting customized -already bought a Panerai style leather band and quick clasp release for it and will be having the crystal switched to Sapphire, ugly-hideous bezel removed, case bead blasted, and seconds dial correctly aligned. Being a 50mm case it's just the right size for my taste.



Below is a picture of it on my wrist.



2.) Defender (22 Jewel automatic): A little smaller than I would prefer at a 42 mm case size, but I really like the face on it.



Wouldn't mind getting a strap and Panerai style clasp as well like this one:



Had some Invicta Reserves before but am not really impressed with their quality or reliability, and it is tough finding any Invicta's I like the looks of, and when I do it's often the most costly ones. Orient's provide a much better investment, better quality and I like their design philosophy.

For a beater watch I like the Casio G-Shocks, never owned one though. Recently bought one for my brother (GW6900-1 Tough Solar/Multi-band) and he's really enjoying it.

[OrbitalEllipses]

[AznBRZer]

Originally Posted by Jidonsu

A couple of mine.

Sup bro! Mine says hi!:happy0180:



I keep mine on a NATO because I don't want to ruin an $800 bracelet while desk diving since I wear it every day.

[AznBRZer]

Originally Posted by Dimman

I personally wouldn't. For that range I would get a Seiko SARB either the green dialled Alpinist 17(?), or the blue/silver Cocktail Time Cool 65. It will still take a significant undercut of price for me to get a Sea-Gull. There's a vintage handwound Citizen on my Craigslist that is very similar styling for $100. More character.

But really, if you're unnerved at the cost just don't do it

I've been looking for a SARB 031 for months. Lost the ebay auction and decided to get a Seiko 5 Pilot.

Seiko SARB 031(Still my fav and on the hunt):


Seiko 5 Pilot that I retired for the Speedie Pro:


Kudos to the Seiko fans here!

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Begone, Trolol.


(Or at least confess your desire for a Vacheron Constantin skeleton.)




Heh...