JTmofo
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The watch thread.
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Winno
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Yep. I'd be happy with just the date though. I never liked the Speedy Day/Date for that reason. Minimum 'extra' a watch must have is a date window for me.
This guy does not like fake Rolex watches https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G_0P6Zxtjrk
Bryce88
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Timex?
Hi guys/girls,
You gave me some good advice a while ago, so I'm back.
I just came across the Timex Weekender and feel it's pretty perfect for me as an everyday cheap work watch. I like the simplicity of it, especially the slip through strap and I like the fact that the display isn't spoiled by advertising the fact that it's 'water resistant'.
Before I jump in and buy it are there any other watches similar to this style that I should be looking at first? I definitely would like a NATO style type.
I am thinking of going the olive strapped one however the black on black style is also very appealing.
Cheers everyone.
Hi guys/girls,
You gave me some good advice a while ago, so I'm back.
I just came across the Timex Weekender and feel it's pretty perfect for me as an everyday cheap work watch. I like the simplicity of it, especially the slip through strap and I like the fact that the display isn't spoiled by advertising the fact that it's 'water resistant'.
Before I jump in and buy it are there any other watches similar to this style that I should be looking at first? I definitely would like a NATO style type.
I am thinking of going the olive strapped one however the black on black style is also very appealing.
Cheers everyone.
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Beej1
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The Timex looks like a nice looking military style watch.^^
About the only alternative I could think of is the Seiko 5 SNK809. It's a Mechanical watch (as opposed to the Timex, which is Quartz), with a see-through case-back so you can show off it's mechanical awesomeness, and it means you get the proper beating watch sound as opposed to a boring old quartz tick ... tick ... tick.
The day/date is the only turn-off for me here, otherwise it's a very nice intro to mechanical watches and can often be found for <$100 on eBay. Oh and there's different colours too .. blue, green, olive brown from memory.
About the only alternative I could think of is the Seiko 5 SNK809. It's a Mechanical watch (as opposed to the Timex, which is Quartz), with a see-through case-back so you can show off it's mechanical awesomeness, and it means you get the proper beating watch sound as opposed to a boring old quartz tick ... tick ... tick.
The day/date is the only turn-off for me here, otherwise it's a very nice intro to mechanical watches and can often be found for <$100 on eBay. Oh and there's different colours too .. blue, green, olive brown from memory.
Bryce88
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^^ The Seiko was one of the other watches I was looking at funnily enough. The day/date was also a bit of a turn off for me too though. But the see through case looks awesome.
The only other thing I really liked about the Timex watch was it's "Indiglo" light - which essentially lights up the whole display when you press down on the winder.
So not knowing much about watches, but I assume Automatic mechanical watches are the self winding watches? Which means no battery? Ever? Quartz on the other hand rely on a battery but are overall much more accurate? That's my understand anyway.
The only other thing I really liked about the Timex watch was it's "Indiglo" light - which essentially lights up the whole display when you press down on the winder.
So not knowing much about watches, but I assume Automatic mechanical watches are the self winding watches? Which means no battery? Ever? Quartz on the other hand rely on a battery but are overall much more accurate? That's my understand anyway.
Beej1
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Yeah that big cam which takes up half the caseback view is weighted such that it spins about based on watch orientation (i.e. it moves as you move) and is geared to essentially wind the watch for you. So as long as you move reasonably regularly, it will keep time.
How accurate a time it keeps, and how long it can go without movement to re-wind, obviously depends on the quality of the movement/caliber/guts of the watch. From what I've read, the Seiko 5's are quite good for this ... I've read some lose <4sec per day, others around 20 (which isn't great, but for someone like me <5min is fine as I have no time critical deadlines ... ever).
Yeah a Quartz is more accurate, but interestingly less desirable. I guess the craftmanship that goes into a mechanical watch is where the $$$ are.
My plan is to get the slightly larger SNKH63, but put the SNK809 dial in it and some custom hands. Seiko modding is all the craze.
Bryce88
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Awesome, thanks for the confirmation. I do love all the moving parts in mechanical watches. Still pretty set on the Timex at the moment though.
On a different note - this seems ridiculously cheap for something that is apparently authentic http://www.dealsdirect.com.au/emporio-armani-ar5890-mens-watch/
I don't want/like it - but my brother loves this brand. Too good to be true? They have other Emporios at a more realistic price. But this is so cheap.
scblack
Leucocholic
But its Almost Sold Out! You better grab it quick....
Bryce88
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I panicked and bought 10 :heh:. Seems legit.
Beej1
Senior Member
Emporio Armani watches were among the most common watch I'd see in knock-off shops in Sth East Asia. I grabbed one myself for around that price about 5 years ago before I knew anything about watches (which I still only know about 1% about) and before I could tell the difference - apparently if I'd asked they would've openly admitted it was fake anyway, but I was just under the impression is was a bargain as well.
The craftmanship on the dial, case & bracelet of mine was decent enough and I liked the appearance, but the movement was obviously crappola as the battery lasted less than 2 months at a time. Funnily enough, it got stolen when I was broken into, and the photos I'd taken of it were enough for the insurance company to give me $400 for a replacement - which went toward a Roamer as a replacement.
Personally I'd avoid both fashion label watches and their knock-offs.
Bryce88
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True, I guess it's the name that sells and not the quality. I wasn't interested in the watch, just surprised at how cheap it was for what they are advertising as genuine.
PINT of Stella. mate!
Many, many Scotches
A few months ago i got bored and thought I'd organise all my watches in the one place and get some snaps for here. Evidently I got sidetracked and never got round to posting them. Now I'm at work, im even more bored and I've just found all the photos on my phone so here goes the Stella collection:
Shiny Diesel watch. I like Diesel's watches, I've had a few over the years and they always tend to be a bit left-field
Boring Quiksilver watch. Is good for telling me the local tides but that's about it
Good old G-Shock!
Another Diesel. The LCD display whirls round like an old-school radar screen. It's fucking awesome.
Puma Sports watch with HR monitor. Loved the look of this thing. Shame it gets scratched to the point of unreadable by air molecules.
Casio calculator. My work watch
Divex stainless steel divers watch. Promo item from a commercial diving supplies company. Does the job alright but it's no Rolex Submariner
Tag Heur Formula One. Bought on a drunken whim in the duty free store in Manila airport largely because it had 'Formula One' written on it. I keep meaning to get a Tag Monaco to accompany it but I keep buying toys instead.
And finally, la piece de resistance!
Nothing oozes class like a Chinese Dragon emblazoned Rolex of possibly dubious origin with 'ruby', 'diamond' and 'sapphire' studs.
Guaranteed knicker-wetter!
Shiny Diesel watch. I like Diesel's watches, I've had a few over the years and they always tend to be a bit left-field
Boring Quiksilver watch. Is good for telling me the local tides but that's about it
Good old G-Shock!
Another Diesel. The LCD display whirls round like an old-school radar screen. It's fucking awesome.
Puma Sports watch with HR monitor. Loved the look of this thing. Shame it gets scratched to the point of unreadable by air molecules.
Casio calculator. My work watch
Divex stainless steel divers watch. Promo item from a commercial diving supplies company. Does the job alright but it's no Rolex Submariner
Tag Heur Formula One. Bought on a drunken whim in the duty free store in Manila airport largely because it had 'Formula One' written on it. I keep meaning to get a Tag Monaco to accompany it but I keep buying toys instead.
And finally, la piece de resistance!
Nothing oozes class like a Chinese Dragon emblazoned Rolex of possibly dubious origin with 'ruby', 'diamond' and 'sapphire' studs.
Guaranteed knicker-wetter!
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fatboyonabike
Captain oblivious
WoW, that last one sure must be a 'fanny magnet'!
PINT of Stella. mate!
Many, many Scotches
Strictly top-shelf tarts like your Keira Knightly / Emma Watson types
PINT of Stella. mate!
Many, many Scotches
I've got one with a naval motif. Mechanical movement. Runs ok. Looks nice and quirky but unfortunately the glass is already cracked.Has anyone had experience with soviet era watches? I've been keeping an eye out on ebay for one of these guys. It'd probably look really cool with a NATO strap... ironic.
Vostok Komandirskie
Got sidetracked at the weekend when I was supposed to be doing paperwork. Damn you internet! i now have another 3 watches and a rubber strap making their way here.
C0na
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Anyone knowledgeable in soviet watches? interested in some of the soviet watches on ebay, however when it comes to ebay its damn hard to tell if its a genuine or fake. So to those whom have or bought some soviet watches, where did you buy them from and are their some easily detectable signs of fakes?
nzhumpy
Googlemeister who likes bikes and scandal
A bit off topic but has anyone using a smart watch while riding? What's the battery life like etc...
I hate having my phone make all sorts of alerts in my hydrapack, I'm liking the idea of being able to quickly check a msg instead of digging around in the bag only to find it's spam instead of something that I need to respond to. Also having built in heart rate and other fitness apps is a plus.
Discuss.
This is the model I'm looking at
I hate having my phone make all sorts of alerts in my hydrapack, I'm liking the idea of being able to quickly check a msg instead of digging around in the bag only to find it's spam instead of something that I need to respond to. Also having built in heart rate and other fitness apps is a plus.
Discuss.
This is the model I'm looking at
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Beej1
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LG?
I'm interested in knowing if anyone's tried a smartwatch out also. I'm interested in the Motorola one - primarily because I'm eyeing off either the New Moto X or a Nexus6 as my next phone, and I'm a brand-match nerd.