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08-05-2013, 03:45 PM | #1 |
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The Watch Thread
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. $20. Throw up some pics, people.
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My newest.
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If money is no object:Tag Heuer Monaco V4. Oldie, but a classic. I've always wanted one:
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A couple of mine.
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^ That's a damn FR-$ on your wrist (s).
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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?
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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.
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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.
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But really, if you're unnerved at the cost just don't do it
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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.
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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. Last edited by AznBRZer; 08-06-2013 at 11:43 PM. |
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Begone, Trolol.
(Or at least confess your desire for a Vacheron Constantin skeleton.) Heh...
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