watch lovers....what's your favorite watch?

[warpdrive]

OK, I hang out in the watch forums, but I've loved collecting watches since I was 6.

What is your current watch of affection (either you own or not), or watch of your dreams?

For you guys that think a watch that costs over $50 is a waste, stop reading here.

[punk]

OK, I hang out in the watch forums, but I've loved collecting watches since I was 6.

What is your current watch of affection (either you own or not), or watch of your dreams?

For you guys that think a watch that costs over $50 is a waste, stop reading here.

I currently have my eyes on a mp3 player watch, possibly the BMW, but maybe not, any ideas?

[cmge]

i currently love my diesel watches... 2 to be exact... :P ...
http://members.rogers.com/t3mp0/dz1523a.jpg

http://members.rogers.com/t3mp0/dz7023.gif
my dream watches have always been a rolex or a tag huer... altho i have my eye on a tag huer watch that i saw in popular science... its loooks soo coool... all the moving parts are made like a cars moving parts... its intersting

[chatbox]

I know you have expensive stuff, warpdrive, so I can't compare to you.
I love my Rado Xeramo (here (http://www.xeramo.com/) ), but I'd like to get something more mature in a few years time. Something from Audemars Piguet would be nice. (my bike had pretty much cleared out the money that I can spend, so I need to start saving up for luxury shopping all over again)

[warpdrive]

my dream watches have always been a rolex or a tag huer... altho i have my eye on a tag huer watch that i saw in popular science... its loooks soo coool... all the moving parts are made like a cars moving parts... its intersting

Those watches with moving parts are commonly known as "mechanical" watches...the way they used to make them before Quartz or other battery operated watches took over. Mechanical watches are something special because there is no eletronics, it measures time using springs, gears, and other parts. Watch collectors tend to prefer those types of watches just like collecting fine violins or handmade swords, it's a skill and quality that makes it special.

[sun]

i've been a fossil enthusiest for a few years now

[warpdrive]

Hey chatbox, I do have some nice stuff, but still modest in the world of watches. Watch collecting is a very personal thing....I take a lot of pride in the quartz Suunto Observer wrist computer (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005OBOX/104-3723415-1331961?v=glance&s=electronics) watch I just bought as well as the pricier stuff I have.

I had a Rado Jubilee model from about 10 years ago, and it was the first really nice watch I had. Gotta love their high tech scratchproof finishes.

[north77]

Oh man! I should go to bed.

I'm not sure if I'm tired or its just the influence of the last thread.. but I took the title of the thread to mean something totally different!!! :o

A thread about a bunch of peeping Toms

Goodnight!

[chatbox]

Yeah, the Jubilee is a really nice design.

How do you like the Suunto watches? Heard good things about them, but haven't come across one in person yet.

About the ceramic finishes, they're scratch resistance, rather than proof. My xeramo has far too many tiny scratches on it, I'm thinking of getting a replacement.

[warpdrive]

I'm liking the Suunto....they make watches for the serious outdoor activities. They are complicated to operate though, and I have trouble remember how to activite all the functions without having the manual handy.

What I like about it is that it's a serious tool, and I can trust it no matter what. Even the battery is user replaceable (you can pop out the battery if you have a coin handy) so I can replace it easily at any time without having to find special tools.

I'm personally really into sports or "tool watches"...that is, watches that are functional, easy to read, and designed to be tough. For example, military or pilots watches.

One watch I'd like

Sinn 756 (http://www.chronometrie.com/basel2004/sinn/sinn756diapal.jpg) with Diapal oil-free escapement. Watchproof to 200 m, antimagnetic to 80,000 A/h, the case, crown and pushers are Tegiment hardened to 1200 HV and the case is fitted with the copper sulphate capsule. The watch is powered by a Valjoux 7750 which uses special oils to guarantee its performance in temperatures ranging from -45 to +80 degrees celsius. About $2000 CAD *if* it were available here

[chatbox]

That Observer looks really nice...where can I buy it (retail, in person)? The price of them are so much cheaper than in the UK.

[felix]

haha .. yeah, somehow I thought the thread was about watching lovers ... :lol:

[Torley Wong]

I like Timex. Just about any one of 'em. Takes a licking and keeps on licking. I mean, ticking.

But if I could get any, it would prolly be this one:

http://store1.yimg.com/I/canadawatches-ca_1808_18660891

It's sooo me :D

[E-ccentric]

i really like the spoon (seiko) secret agent man watch. i have 2 personally. it's the basis for the final fantasy limited edition watch, also made by seiko.

[urameatball]

In watches, I prefer the minimalist look.
Movado comes to mind.

there were a few other companies who made very plain, elegant watches... their names elude me right now.

[squall458]

rado and withners (spelling?) are nice

[superdave]

I have matching watches however I don't wear it anymore since I usually just use my cell phone for the time. It's difficult to maintain the accuracy of the timepiece and maintenance is about $300 per service.

http://www.redfingerprint.com/image/watches/Omega13023000_big.jpg

[Corel]

sigh, torley already said it.

[litebrite]

I have 3 fossils... one 'blue', one 'steel', and one 'f2'. I wear the f2 one most often now.... seems to match with more of my outfits nowadays.

I really like the trend of the leather cuff watches, but I think my wrists are too small to make them look good.

cmge- good taste! those diesel watches are so awesome!


and the bunny sutra watch is soo cute! :lol:

[Jaytee]

I have a Tag Kirium and a Fossil Blue, but the watch I love is below. Price way more then I would want to spend on a watch though.

http://store1.yimg.com/I/movadobaby_1807_93299

[warpdrive]

That Observer looks really nice...where can I buy it (retail, in person)? The price of them are so much cheaper than in the UK.

The cheapest place that sells the rubber band version (with light coloured dial) is LeBaron.ca ($340 I believe). Mec.ca has it for $400. The average selling price in the US is $300 USD so Lebaron's price can't be beat.

http://www.lebaron.ca/english/thestores.htm (they don't seem to have it in stock much so call them if you're interested)

[bcheng123]

Tag Heuer 2000 Classic Black Face
Oris Big Crown Day Date White Face
Rolex Explore II White Face

looking for IWC or Panerai in the near future

[killuminati]

http://www.fossil.com/images/us/local/products/viewlarger/FS3030.jpg

this is what i got. but if i had some money id love to get a movado.

[GiC121]

anyone go look at any of the casio pathfinder protrek series? im looking at the PRG60T and the PRG70T.. whats are ur opinions..?? which one looks better? please tell me which one u think looks better.. thanks!

[smirnoff]

Here is mine. Don't know anything about it, (quality or price) it was a gift. But I like it. Except the battery is dead so I hope I can replace it.

http://www.members.shaw.ca/smirnoff04/watchjpg.jpg

[hagbard]

I like Timex. Just about any one of 'em. Takes a licking and keeps on licking. I mean, ticking.



You swipped my line! But absolutely, a twenty dollar timex does exactly the same job as a $20k Rollex. What kind of an idiot would then pay $20k for a Rollex? Maybe $20 for a copywatch :cheesygri

[superdave]

What kind of an idiot would then pay $20k for a Rollex? Maybe $20 for a copywatch :cheesygri

One that can afford it. Watches, in the right environment, offer insight to the person and is part of the "business" community. I personally prefer my Omega but the simplicity of a Movado is nice but a bit too nouveau. Tag is like Tommy, too wannabe. Classic watches are always worth it if you can afford them.

[deep]

One that can afford it. Watches, in the right environment, offer insight to the person and is part of the "business" community.

You took the words right out of some marketing drone's mouth. There are a few truly beautiful watches that justify themselves at any price. However, the majority of purchases of expensive watches are pointless, wasteful, and offer the following insight: "My owner is a tool."

[Ben Doone]

My favourite watch at the moment is the Louis Vuitton Tambour..def. a hot looking watch, damn its pricey.. :(
http://www.timesquare.com.tw/36/new_watch/49-1.jpg

Anyhow, Just added this badboy to my collection.

http://i19.ebayimg.com/02/i/02/2d/ff/3d_1.JPG

[CSR]

i'm got thte roots navigator in silver.. sweet baby

[1madman1]

My favorite would be a tie between my Poljot Sturmanski 2003 (http://www.savagemadman.com/watches/subzero.jpg) and my Poljot Strela (2004 reissue) (http://www.savagemadman.com/watches/strela.jpg). (Just quick shots, sorry about the lighting)

9 of my current 14 watches are from Poljot/1MWF Kirova. I avoid quartz watches like the plague.

[Roninvancouver]

ii was offered $350 and i said no thanks :)

had it since '72

http://img84.exs.cx/img84/4764/witt.jpg

[Ben Doone]

ii was offered $350 and i said no thanks :)

had it since '72

http://img84.exs.cx/img84/4764/witt.jpg

Ronin,

thats a Phat watch..good call on that one.

[advantage21]

I have a Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust that basically sits in the box. For everyday wear, I like my Timex Ironman.

[Evil Techie]

i like my Timex ReefGear
its got pretty large number displays for a quick look at time
its dark green and got a rotating ring for turn dial


now i kinda want this watch
http://www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=048148563810

these combo watches looks great to me
looks like something i can wear daily and on special occasions as well
http://www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=048148563711#

[PrinceMS]

This is my best (yet to own) ....
http://store1.yimg.com/I/jomashop_1808_13786503

There are many version of this (in black), still debating which one is the best but i like all of 'em

In more down to earth, the diesel one (already posted) and similar version of Guess is good. Little more economical choice, fossil leather.

No other.

[advantage21]

The bad thing about the combo watches is having to replace the battery every 1 or 2 years. My LCD Ironman is on the same original battery for 6 years and still going.

[warpdrive]

You took the words right out of some marketing drone's mouth. There are a few truly beautiful watches that justify themselves at any price. However, the majority of purchases of expensive watches are pointless, wasteful, and offer the following insight: "My owner is a tool."

Please...this thread is for watch lovers....if you think that a $50 watch is all one needs...then that is your perogative.

Expensive watches are a luxury item......the definition of the word luxury is "Something inessential but conducive to pleasure and comfort. or Something expensive or hard to obtain". That doesn't mean the "owner is a tool" necessarily even if you don't agree with their sense of aesthetics or they can afford or are willing to spend a lot more than the average person.

One cheap watch brand that I find fascinating is Swatch. Because they are a powerhouse of a company, and their comglomerate owns some powerful watch brands. They also make some pretty nifty looking watches.

Here are some of my favorites.
Rolex GMT Master
http://www.bernardwatch.com/image/RLX2572.JPG
TAG Carrera
http://www.bernardwatch.com/image/TAGCV2113.JPG
Sinn 756
http://www.sinn.de/sinn-uhren-2000/online-shop/Modelle/sinn-news/neue-modelle/756-856-Schwarz/Daten-756/images/756-856-Schwarz-titel.jpg
Panerai Submersible 44mm
http://www.panerai.com/img/2/prodotti/1058859802617_foto_foto.jpg

[TenzoR]

have a swatch currently and I love it. Light and durable.

However I'm looking to spend a good $200-300 (per watch) on a pair of watches (for me and my gf). I've looked everywhere but couldn't really decide. Is there a watch forum I can go to?

I'm looking for something very light, not too flashy very conservative. Our main pet peeves are:

1. Titanium/Aluminum (light light light)
2. Must be a matching pair
3. Must have the date
4. The woman's watch must be very very small (gf has a small wrist)
5. Can't be over our budget by like $100 or more.
6. Preferably silver in colour, no gold.
7. And something attractive that my gf will like (she is picky :lol:)

[aznspddmn]

http://www.princetonwatches.com/shop/0604409.asp

[chatbox]

have a swatch currently and I love it. Light and durable.

However I'm looking to spend a good $200-300 (per watch) on a pair of watches (for me and my gf). I've looked everywhere but couldn't really decide. Is there a watch forum I can go to?



www.timezone.com

[Talamasca]

Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.

http://www.movado.com/selector/large/0604679.jpg

For casual occasions, I wear one of my Fossils - either the Chinese Big Tic or the "Stickman" Big Tic

http://www.watchzone.com/isroot/watchzone/Images/JR7999.jpg
http://www.fossil.com/images/us/local/products/viewlarger/JR8195.jpg

[chatbox]

Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.


I found that European watches tend to have the price higher than in Europe. Must be the import price....

[Topher]

Been wearing a fossil for the last 6 years or so.

[peppy5]

i like breitling watches especially the chronographs. i almost bought one in hk but was unable to justify the cost. it would have been over 2000 canadian. it was half the price of what it would have been here. if no money was the object, it would be a patek philippe for sure, probably the 3940g model.

[PrinceMS]

Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.

http://www.movado.com/selector/large/0604679.jpg

For casual occasions, I wear one of my Fossils - either the Chinese Big Tic or the "Stickman" Big Tic

http://www.watchzone.com/isroot/watchzone/Images/JR7999.jpg
http://www.fossil.com/images/us/local/products/viewlarger/JR8195.jpg

Hey, i haven't seen this stick one in Canada? I went to fossil like a month ago. Did i missed it or its not available in Canada?

[chatbox]

i like breitling watches especially the chronographs. i almost bought one in hk but was unable to justify the cost. it would have been over 2000 canadian. it was half the price of what it would have been here. if no money was the object, it would be a patek philippe for sure, probably the 3940g model.

That's about the right price...
However, I personally think breitling is starting get over-rated...such as Tag.

[warpdrive]

That's about the right price...
However, I personally think breitling is starting get over-rated...such as Tag.

I think Breitlings have always been overrated....they are the example of how not to make a dial that is easy to read. TAG has been churning out some interesting pieces lately, especially since they starting using the Zenith Calibre in some models. Too bad they are also overpriced...but fortunately, 30% off MSRP is usually easily attained.

[GiC121]

can any one share their opinion"/? which watch would u like? protrek PRG60T or PRG70T and y?? please and thanks alot!

[c_ca]

I'm a fan of the classically styled Tag watches - the Targa Florio and Carrera Chronographs.

I also like that Omega 1938 Pilot's Watch.

At the moment I sport an enormously impractical aluminium Swatch (no luminous hands, no date). Just a chronograph that I've used once.

I have small wrists though, and that limits my choices, even if I did have the money. Like those Corum and IWC watches are like my wrist plus a half. I have wondered how those mid-size Omega Seamasters fit.

[afong56]

Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.

http://www.movado.com/selector/large/0604679.jpg


amazing. you have exactly the same watch that i have--it was a gift from my wife, about five years ago.

i wear it about ten times a year. the other 355 days a year, i wear no watch at all.

i had wanted a movado since the 1980s, and i have to say that i am quite happy with it.

if i had to buy a new watch, i might consider an omega (dad had one, it was a classic)

[S...]

Timex all the way...

S.

[zeroace]

Cool. A watch thread!

I currently wear a Tag Heuer 2000 Exclusive for everyday. (got it as a grad gift).
A watch I've been looking at is the Tissot T-Touch but I can't justify getting it yet.

[peroxide8888]

http://www.citizenwatch.com/collections/images/larger/Eco-Drive%20180/bm0560_57e.jpg
My current main watch is this Citizen Eco-Drive. All stainless steel, and the face is a solar panel which serves to recharge the battery.

I have another stainless steel Citizen with a manual movement, but that one is more of a dress watch, and less sporty looking.

Next on the agenda is probably an Omega Seamaster.

[chatbox]

Cool. A watch thread!

I currently wear a Tag Heuer 2000 Exclusive for everyday. (got it as a grad gift).
A watch I've been looking at is the Tissot T-Touch but I can't justify getting it yet.

The T-Touch is nice...I thought about getting it once, but decided to save up for other watches.

[Xiggy]

http://store1.yimg.com/I/watcheswatches_1803_4487821

[Stryder]

[QUOTE=Talamasca]Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.

http://www.movado.com/selector/large/0604679.jpg

I like your movado...how much did it cost?

[Stryder]

Are Guess and Tommy Hilfiger watches any good?

[Dash]

I've had 3 different Fossil Watches in the past 5 years. One Titanium, One Titanium Blue, and the Brain. I buy them mainly for the tin cans. haha. I'll probably look into a Movado when I go through Europe next year.

[JeiJei]

I am not really a watch lover, but my granpa gave me a patek phillip(however it spells) that he collected on my 18th Bday.

Haven't heard of that brand much, but according to my friend, it's quite a rare brand, so I guess it's worth mentioning.

Still have it on my wall, just put it in a frame-like thingy and have it as a decoration. I never wear it, cause it's quite an important gift (the last gift he gave before leaving us) and believe me, there couldn't be anyone else that lose more watches than I do. :D

So, in case needed, I just wear a Casio G-Shock, normally when I go outdoor. Has been with me for 5 years and still going strong.

[Jaytee]

Patek Phillipe watches are very nice, very expensive watches. The Patek brand has a very strong reputation among collectors. You might want to get it appraised just to see whats its worth. A rare, vintage Patek Philipe in good condition can run well into the thousands. That is the perfect family airloom watch that you can pass down from generation to generation.

This Patek watch is going for $139,500 US on Ebay. Hmmm...Porsche 911 or wrist watch. Haha.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=31387&item=4923830244

[Txiasaeia]

I have a gold Tissot pocket hunter watch that I absolutely adore... costs less than a wrist watch because it's bigger so it's not as difficult to get access to the machinery, but still, it's beautiful. I'm afraid to wear it most of the time, so it sits in my china cabinet ;) I wear it for special occasions.

[MattGrass]

My everyday watch was a gift from my wife 5-6 yrs ago as well. It is a Bulova Millenia Cu watch.

Very solid watch that hast let me donw yet. A good mix of a day to day watch and something that can be dressed up for going out as well.

[Talamasca]

Hey, i haven't seen this stick one in Canada? I went to fossil like a month ago. Did i missed it or its not available in Canada?

I got it for free (long story) from Fossil's head office in Canada but I've seen them for sale at the Fossil store at Square One in Mississauga. This was earlier this year so presumably they're still available. Alas, the Chinese Big Tic is no longer available at Fossil stores.

I like your movado...how much did it cost?

Thank you! I paid 1.1 million Italian lire (no tax) back in 2001, which was the equivalent of about $700 Canadian. Last time I checked locally, it was around $800-900 Canadian but then you'd have to add GST+PST, which would be an extra $120-135 to the cost if you're in Ontario like me. The model is called the Movado Jr. Sport if you're interested in getting one. I don't know why it's referred to as "Junior" as the face is quite large and impressive.

[GiC121]

hmmm..

[chatbox]

hmmm..

What's the hummm...for?

[Jaytee]

Here our my watches. Picked up the watch case on Ebay a while ago. Looked for a watch case all over GTA and couldnt find a single one, but that was years ago. My rarest watch is the bottom left, Capcom Clocktower 3 with LCD display and plastic band. :D

http://members.rogers.com/jaytee1/images/watch2.jpg

[plucky duck]

I've been wearing the Swatch watch my grampa left for me before he past away. Been wearing it 24/7 aside from when I'm taking a bath. Now the area where the watch is is lighter than the rest of the hand.

[Zeni]

Tag Heuer V4 (http://www.i4u.com/modules.php?name=News&file=print&sid=1481)

That watch is really nice, though I doubt I'll be able to afford it. :evil:

In any case, I currently don't have a watch, I used to have several but I lost my old Casio Frogman, which was the one I wore most often.

[iamthehub]

Funny Story:

About 15 years ago, my father gave me an old watch for me to wear while i was working at a warehosue during the summer. This was so i wouldn't damage my digital Seiko. One day a co-worker says I have a nice watch... I looked at him like he was on drugs. He told me it was an expensive make. I ignored him... Then one day I passed by La Swiss at a mall, and saw the same watch brand in the stores (i recognized the logo)... My father gave me a Breitling automatic to wear in the warehouse!!!!! I got it appraised, and in the worn-out, scratched condition that it is in, it's worth about $400. The appraiser said if I change the crystal, and clean it up a bit, it would be worth $600-700 easily. So I was wearing a $400 watch to protect a $100 digital Seiko!!! The seiko has since died (might only need a new battery).

Currently I've got 3 ESQ's, a Timex Ironman, a Mercedes Benz watch made by Tourneau, an Omega Constallation, and the Breitling.

My dream watch is the Brietling Navitimer...

FINALLY a watch forum where i can actually talk to people without them saying I'm crazy...

[mjl_toronto]

I don't know much about watches but I like the one I have. It's the Grand Seiko Chronometer Caliber 5722-9990 (http://www.roachman.com/private.html) sorry, don't have a digital camera.

It used to be my grandfathers but it just sat around the house after he passed away over 15 years ago. I just thought it looked cool a couple years back so I bought a leather cuff style band (original was lost) and am wearing it everyday. I have no clue how expensive it is though. Maybe I should stop wearing it just in case.

Anyone have more info about this watch?

[warpdrive]

I'm not expert on it, but go to timezone.com and check out the Seiko forum....lot of Seiko fanatics there

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=threadt&frm_id=28&rid=0

They'll be able to tell you more about it if you provide the photos and model number.

Also, since it's pretty old it might need some TLC, some lubrication and overhaul.....with proper care, it could easily outlast you.

[warpdrive]

FINALLY a watch forum where i can actually talk to people without them saying I'm crazy...

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=index&c=4:1_5:1_3:0

Nobody there will say you're crazy (!)

That Seiko might be worth something too if it was one of the earlier ones. But yah, fix up that Breitling, maybe give it a tuneup, and enjoy. Nothing beats a passed down watch, watches can have more sentimental value that anything because chances are, you were wearing it in pivotal moments in your life.

[mjl_toronto]

Thanks for the advice warpdrive!

[warpdrive]

Thanks for the advice warpdrive!

No problem. Enjoy your beauty.

[robattoronto]

Tissot T-Touch.
http://www.tissot.ch/tactile/lesite.html

[sinnedsoul]

Funny Story:

FINALLY a watch forum where i can actually talk to people without them saying I'm crazy...

you can't possibly be refering to RFD. :)..

[llcooljayce]

My favorite and current watch. The Tissot Tablo TXL

http://www.bodying.com/watches/images/tissot/t60_1_587_72.jpg

[llcooljayce]

Tissot T-Touch.
http://www.tissot.ch/tactile/lesite.html

The T Touch is pretty damn sweet ... I only wish that the digital faded into the watch face when not in use. It makes it look much classier ... much like the other Tissots available.

[llcooljayce]

I am not really a watch lover, but my granpa gave me a patek phillip(however it spells) that he collected on my 18th Bday.

Haven't heard of that brand much, but according to my friend, it's quite a rare brand, so I guess it's worth mentioning.


Ummmmm ... where did you say you lived again?

[akito925]

Those watches with moving parts are commonly known as "mechanical" watches...the way they used to make them before Quartz or other battery operated watches took over. Mechanical watches are something special because there is no eletronics, it measures time using springs, gears, and other parts. Watch collectors tend to prefer those types of watches just like collecting fine violins or handmade swords, it's a skill and quality that makes it special.

I have a few of thoses watches.. it'd neat!

[warpdrive]

The T Touch is pretty damn sweet ... I only wish that the digital faded into the watch face when not in use. It makes it look much classier ... much like the other Tissots available.

Yeah, I know what you mean, the TAG Kirium Multifunction is a cool example, it looks like a regular watch but has a dial which is actually digital too.

I almost bought a T-touch, but ended up with a Suunto instead to satisfy my craving for a compass/altimeter watch.

[revert]

what do you guys think of this watch?? i thinking about getting it tommorrow but the inverted colour, black background and grey numerics.

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0001M3B2Q.01-A15M3EL6TYCVC1._SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg

[sinnedsoul]

I almost bought a T-touch, but ended up with a Suunto instead to satisfy my craving for a compass/altimeter watch.

i've never found the t-touch's altimeter to be overly consistent.. the thermometer is a joke too (you have to have it off your wrist for 30 minutes to be accurate).. i still love the watch though. gets pretty much no wrist time, only when i'm doing laundry it seems.. (need the stop watch). it'd seem a little snobby to use one of my chronos to time the dryer. :)

[warpdrive]

what do you guys think of this watch?? i thinking about getting it tommorrow but the inverted colour, black background and grey numerics.

The retro digital look is in... Looks nice.

Here's one that I like (but very very VERY pricey) with the different interpretation of that idea http://www.ventura.ch/en/pdf/alpha_e.pdf

[warpdrive]

gets pretty much no wrist time, only when i'm doing laundry it seems.. (need the stop watch). it'd seem a little snobby to use one of my chronos to time the dryer. :)

It's all relative I guess :) If you have nice watches, even a $1000 watch like a T-touch becomes the everyday watch.

(And no, it's not being snobby, you won't want your clothes to be overdone you know :razz:

[sinnedsoul]

It's all relative I guess :) If you have nice watches, even a $1000 watch like a T-touch becomes the everyday watch.

(And no, it's not being snobby, you won't want your clothes to be overdone you know :razz:

my nice watches ARE my everyday watches.. :) if you're going to spend the money on them, you should appreciate them as much as possible..

[warpdrive]

my nice watches ARE my everyday watches.. :) if you're going to spend the money on them, you should appreciate them as much as possible..

Mine too, but I'm sure you wouldn't change the oil on your car wearing your most expensive watch. That's also why I buy sportier styles, it would look silly wearing a typical Audemars Piguet watch with running shoes.

[Al Kaseltzer]

I've been thinking for a couple months I'd like to upgrade my rubber Timex Ironman to something with a bit of class. Just in the past few days, I was googling names like Invicta and Poljot, when I turned up this:

Top 20 "Poor Man's" Forum Watch List (http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/T20PMW%20List%20Table.htm)

A big list of some really cool watches for all tastes (contrary to the title, there's actually about 45 watches on that page).

One of those watches really jumped out at me, but unfortunately it's the big ugly rubber Casio G-shock. Not much of a visual upgrade from my Timex, but I'm in love with the concept of a watch that's both solar powered and sets itself to an Atomic clock signal. If you just want a watch to keep the correct time forever, it's perfect. Too bad they put it in a big ugly case and added all sorts of doo-dads and crap.

The good news is Casio seems to have another brand with those 2 features, "Wave Ceptor" Back to google I go....

[sinnedsoul]

Mine too, but I'm sure you wouldn't change the oil on your car wearing your most expensive watch. That's also why I buy sportier styles, it would look silly wearing a typical Audemars Piguet watch with running shoes.

I don't do anything of that nature but i know what you're saying.. i wouldn't wear a watch in those cases anyways.

I'd wear an AP ROO Rubberclad with running shoes.. if it wasn't so big i would have bought one a few months ago. ( i have skinny wrists )

ps. i've worn my breguet with running shoes but the panerai is more fitting. :)

[warpdrive]

I've been thinking for a couple months I'd like to upgrade my rubber Timex Ironman to something with a bit of class. Just in the past few days, I was googling names like Invicta and Poljot, when I turned up this:

Top 20 "Poor Man's" Forum Watch List (http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/T20PMW%20List%20Table.htm)
......

The good news is Casio seems to have another brand with those 2 features, "Wave Ceptor" Back to google I go....
Interesting. Good List!

Waveceptor is just what they call their Atomic Radio Controlled feature....you can find it on many of their watches.

[kloan]

I found this website here, http://www.watchismo.com/home2.htm while searching for LED watches, which are my one of my favourite kinds... this guy has an incredible collection of rare watches.. I especially like the retro/art deco style watches... very cool, also very expensive... I think pretty much every watch I liked was sold already.. but now I'm inspired to go on a hunt! Great thread topic, thanks. :)

Here are a few of the more rare designs I've ever seen:

http://www.watchismo.com/watchImages/bigSultana.jpg

http://www.watchismo.com/watchImages/fullAmida.jpg

http://www.watchismo.com/watchImages/fullVulcainBurg.jpg

I really like that last one... if I had the cash I'd probably buy it.. :)


Here are some LED watches which I think are pretty cool..

http://www.tokyoflash.com/pics/BAR002_L10.jpg

http://www.tokyoflash.com/pics/PIM003_L3.jpg

http://www.tokyoflash.com/pics/PIM001_L7.jpg

[warpdrive]

Those are some crazy lookin' watches (!)

[zzricezz]

i was thinking of his watch

http://www.seikousa.com/Product.aspx?productId=166

Seiko SNA311,

what do you guys think of it? i like it cause it unique.. but do you think it will get boring after a while?

[chatbox]

i was thinking of his watch

http://www.seikousa.com/Product.aspx?productId=166

Seiko SNA311,

what do you guys think of it? i like it cause it unique.. but do you think it will get boring after a while?

I was looking at that too...it looks awesome!!!

[zzricezz]

I was looking at that too...it looks awesome!!!

In Canada, we don't have that model.. we got something like that but the band is not all black..

the cheapest i found online for it was $269USD..

[etcbq]

Well, ever since I lost my piaget, I don't wear a watch.

[Webhead]

Good to know that there are other "watch fanatics" around.

Own: Tag Heuer 1000 series
Tag Heuer 4000 series
Tag Heuer SEL link.

Wish list: Omega Seamaster

I can finally tell my other half that I'm not alone collecting watches

[llcooljayce]

I've been thinking for a couple months I'd like to upgrade my rubber Timex Ironman to something with a bit of class. Just in the past few days, I was googling names like Invicta and Poljot, when I turned up this:

Top 20 "Poor Man's" Forum Watch List (http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/T20PMW%20List%20Table.htm)



Do they use gorillas as hand models?

http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/T10PMW%20List/OrientBeastT20TN.jpg

[zeroace]

eek I didn't notice that.

[warpdrive]

Well, ever since I lost my piaget, I don't wear a watch.

Ouch!

[smg669]

I love my T-Touch Titanium (with the orange band). Drives the ladies crazy. And in my world, it's always 32 degrees!

S

[Balduno]

i have a similar movado, same colour scheme, design of face is slightly different. was purchased in the us virgin islands for about $800 less than a similar model would have cost in vancouver.


Here's my main watch, a Movado, that I bought in Florence, Italy a few years ago for several hundred less than it costs here in Canada.

http://www.movado.com/selector/large/0604679.jpg

For casual occasions, I wear one of my Fossils - either the Chinese Big Tic or the "Stickman" Big Tic

http://www.watchzone.com/isroot/watchzone/Images/JR7999.jpg
http://www.fossil.com/images/us/local/products/viewlarger/JR8195.jpg

[eagerbeaver]

Whew! I've been waiting for this thread!

People with a sense of style (and a deep pocket) realize that several watches are needed for functionality. You need a sporty watch, a dress watch, a casual watch and a funky watch.

Best sporty watch: The nike watches
Best dress watch: a gucci/cartier/movado (gotta be black leather band/face)
Best casual watch: Swiss army or tag
Best funky watches: Diesel hands down (fat bands)

Cuz moflo said so

[chatbox]

Whew! I've been waiting for this thread!

People with a sense of style (and a deep pocket) realize that several watches are needed for functionality. You need a sporty watch, a dress watch, a casual watch and a funky watch.

Best sporty watch: The nike watches
Best dress watch: a gucci/cartier/movado (gotta be black leather band/face)
Best casual watch: Swiss army or tag
Best funky watches: Diesel hands down (fat bands)

Cuz moflo said so

You missed out the technologically hi-tech watch.

[bob.sherunkel]

I just have a classic swiss Tissot PR50 as a gift from my sister.

http://www.tissot.ch/cgi-bin/imager.exe?img=T34_7_481_31&rH=298&file=data/res175&exec

Bob "no time like the present" Sherunkel.

[kloan]

I just have a classic swiss Tissot PR50 as a gift from my sister.

http://www.tissot.ch/cgi-bin/imager.exe?img=T34_1_481_32&rH=298&file=data/res175&exec

Bob "no time like the present" Sherunkel.
why is that link an .exe?

[bob.sherunkel]

why is that link an .exe?

It is not an executable, it is a query execution on the server to display the image of that model. It is safe to click on ...

Bob "practice safe hex" Sherunkel.

[kloan]

ahh, right.. ok.. i see now, im using Firefox now so wasnt sure.. it pops up differently than in IE.. nice watch btw

[toothman]

About time someone set up a watch thread.

My favs are almost all German: A. Lange and Sohne Lange 1, Glashutte Senator Klassik Power Reserve Rose Gold, Glashutte PanoRetroGraph, and Paul Picot Atelier Technicum. I don't own any of them but hopefully someday.

Kudos to the guy who wears a Breguet with running shoes.

[warpdrive]

Nice wishlist! And all I aspire to own are Omegas, Panerais, and Rolex.

[sinnedsoul]

About time someone set up a watch thread.

My favs are almost all German: A. Lange and Sohne Lange 1, Glashutte Senator Klassik Power Reserve Rose Gold, Glashutte PanoRetroGraph, and Paul Picot Atelier Technicum. I don't own any of them but hopefully someday.

Kudos to the guy who wears a Breguet with running shoes.

thanks, it's a breguet type XX so it's "sporty" enough for runners though it does look a little off.. nice choices btw, i plan on buying a L&S datograph for my 30th birthday (still a bunch of years away).... might have to part ways with some of my collection to finance it but we'll see when the time comes..

[sinnedsoul]

Nice wishlist! And all I aspire to own are Omegas, Panerais, and Rolex.

that's a nice list.. :) i took this picture on monday when i picked up my green sub.. i'm also selling my omegas if you're interested

http://smokelabs.com/pictures/rolex_green_submariner_breguet_type_xx_transatlant ique_panerai_pam048.sized.jpg

[zeroace]

i plan on buying a L&S datograph for my 30th birthday (still a bunch of years away)....

Wow! You're not 30 and you already own such a nice collection of watches?! That's quite the accomplishment you have.

[warpdrive]

Wow, sinnedsoul....nice collection. I love the anniversary Sub.

I haven't been buying many watches lately...too many other things vying for my limited funds (HT, travel, etc)

[toothman]

thanks, it's a breguet type XX so it's "sporty" enough for runners though it does look a little off.. nice choices btw, i plan on buying a L&S datograph for my 30th birthday (still a bunch of years away).... might have to part ways with some of my collection to finance it but we'll see when the time comes..

Incredible collection--you have exquisite taste. You'll have to let us know when you get your Datograph too. Though I would probably regret letting any of that collection go to finance it...

[sinnedsoul]

Incredible collection--you have exquisite taste. You'll have to let us know when you get your Datograph too. Though I would probably regret letting any of that collection go to finance it...

thanks.. alot of people questioned my tastes when i purchased a green rolex. :). doesn't matter though, i purchase my watches for me and not anyone else..

the datograph is still over 3 years away, god knows how big my collection will be by then.

[KevC]

I really like my Skagen.

[eBuddy]

My favourite watch is the Timex from HBC for $10! :cheesygri

[Corel]

any one know where to get those digital fossils (the one on the first page) from in vancouver? :D

[Corel]

anyone?

[warpdrive]

any one know where to get those digital fossils (the one on the first page) from in vancouver? :D

Are you talking about this one?

http://members.rogers.com/t3mp0/dz7023.gif

That's one is a Diesel watch model DZ7023 not Fossil

A good authorized online dealer is canadawatches.com (they can order any model, email them for a quote. No PST since they located in Alberta too.

[Supra_KL]

My Watch

Swiss Millitary (The Jap version of Swiss Army, but Still made in Switzerland)
http://www.amitacorp.co.jp/military/mdata/jpeg/39.jpg

The Watch that I want...

http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/58/58108/1621632008-s.jpg

[Tsukagi]

while going threw school...elementary, jr high, and high school ..i never wore a watch.
Y?..well b/c they got those big round clocks in every room and hall..so i never needed a watch.
1st yr university came along, and what do u know, all those big round clocks are now gone. Time to get a watch. I wanted something simple and easy on the eyes to look @. So, I decided to get the fossil arkitekt black dial...this was about 3 yrs ago. Bought it for $200 cdn...i'm sure it's much cheaper now. I still wear it everyday. Great watch ^^.
http://store1.yimg.com/I/jomashop_1814_14454551

[warpdrive]

Bringing this thread back from dead.

I just ordered a Omega Speedmaster Pro. Finally getting one of these after wanting one for years. The historical significance of this watch is fascinating (being the first watch on the moon) and I'm finally taking the plunge.

http://www.omega.ch/lux-example/img/bdwatch/soldat_gd/35725000.jpg

[zeroace]

That's a really nice watch warpdrive.

I'm not a big fan of chronograph myself but i still appreciate it (especially the historical significant and craftsmanship that went with it)

I have a TAG Heuer 2000 series myself. Got it as a HS graduation present from my parents.. I'm waiting until I graduate from University and get a good job and be able to buy myself either a Panerai or a Rolex Explorer II. I don't know if you feel the same way when you ordered your Speedmaster or not, but for me to be able to afford the 5k watch on my own money, it makes me feel like I've accomplished a lot.

Further down the future, I might be able to get a Vacheron Constantine too. :cheesygri

[Jazzhound]

Seamaster James Bond edition.

[warpdrive]

That's a really nice watch warpdrive.

...
I don't know if you feel the same way when you ordered your Speedmaster or not, but for me to be able to afford the 5k watch on my own money, it makes me feel like I've accomplished a lot.

Thanks, I've been a collector for years, but never took the plunge on the moonwatch...it's a big watch and I wasn't sure about it. After years of admiring them, it's time to buy one. After university, I have been buying nicer and nicer watches with any disposable income that isn't taken up by other "hobbies"

At some point, it's not even about impressing other people. It's more of what you like and the thrill of the hunt. I also have an Explorer II, and most of my friends don't even know about it (if they are observant enough to ask about it, I'll tell them)

[sinnedsoul]

Thanks, I've been a collector for years, but never took the plunge on the moonwatch...

where did you order your moonwatch from?

[warpdrive]

Just my local Ottawa dealer, not the best prices....but it was kind of little bit of an impulse purchase at the spur of the moment.

I think the best deals are found in Toronto.

[kornstar369]

i've been a fossil enthusiest for a few years now
definetly....


actually, ill give you gyus the head start cause i havent posted it yet but i have 3 timex expedition indiglo watches that ive used...still works but i figured i can get some coin for em...maybe 25 bux each...anyone?

they look sortta like this (http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?productId=47840506&storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&langId=-1&color=BROWN&img=/media/715640_458Lrg.jpg&view=large)

[sinnedsoul]

Just my local Ottawa dealer, not the best prices....but it was kind of little bit of an impulse purchase at the spur of the moment.

I think the best deals are found in Toronto.

should be able to get 15-20% off list at any dealer in ottawa easily. 25% can be found in toronto.

[zeroace]

Thanks, I've been a collector for years, but never took the plunge on the moonwatch...it's a big watch and I wasn't sure about it. After years of admiring them, it's time to buy one. After university, I have been buying nicer and nicer watches with any disposable income that isn't taken up by other "hobbies"

At some point, it's not even about impressing other people. It's more of what you like and the thrill of the hunt. I also have an Explorer II, and most of my friends don't even know about it (if they are observant enough to ask about it, I'll tell them)

Agreed. I don't intend to buy a watch to impress people. I find the watches I want to please myself and anybody else who appreciates good watches.

I guess you need a http://www.fisherspacepen.com to match the watch. :cheesygri

[Evil Techie]

i got a casio for my 20th birthday

its a G shock Tough Solar watch with wave ceptor (synchronizes automatically with atomic clock in colorado)

awesome watch
mine is blue resin band

my dad got it for me from tokyo

http://www.g-shock.jp/products/gw-1500j/img/gw-1500j-1ajf_pl.jpg

mine is navy blue though

[konfusion666]

a lot of praise for Movado here, so i should weigh in with my experience with that brand...

I got my Movado (it was either a Folio, Elano, or Olympian) in early 1998. I rarely wore it until mid-1999 when I started wearing it daily. I noticed the "date" window was off, and during a no-work afternoon at work (*cough* lame co-op job) I got a little obsessive and started twirling the crown so I could fix the date window. 3 hours later (yes, i twirled it for 3 hours) it broke... the crown would twirl but nothing else moved and the time had stopped. have not fixed it to this day... I don't think i'm cut out to be wearing $1k watches :twisted:

yeah, i'm sure the quality of Movado is fine, you just shouldn't do what I did :P

[warpdrive]

yeah, i'm sure the quality of Movado is fine, you just shouldn't do what I did :P

Yeah, I broke an nearly brand new Omega Speedmaster Automatic by adjusting the date near midnight. Had I actually taken the time to RTFM, you're not supposed to do that. Luckily, they fixed it under warranty.

[warpdrive]

I received my Omega Speedmaster Pro yesterday

http://img132.echo.cx/img132/7085/speedypro11jm.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro11jm.jpg)
http://img132.echo.cx/img132/5077/speedypro32ab.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro32ab.jpg)
http://img132.echo.cx/img132/2290/speedypro23ev.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro23ev.jpg)

[MTL-TechY]

I received my Omega Speedmaster Pro yesterday

http://img132.echo.cx/img132/7085/speedypro11jm.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro11jm.jpg)
http://img132.echo.cx/img132/5077/speedypro32ab.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro32ab.jpg)
http://img132.echo.cx/img132/2290/speedypro23ev.th.jpg (http://img132.echo.cx/my.php?image=speedypro23ev.jpg)

warpdrive that looks nice, i also have a blue omega speedmaster

WHERE DID YOU GET THIS WATCH, AND don't mind me asking how much
might be interested in getting one

[warpdrive]

List price of the moonwatch is $3700.00. I bought mine at Jubilee here in Ottawa (not the best prices). Anywhere from 20-30% off the MSRP is typical.

Here's another shot with my first Speedmaster and my Explorer II
http://img145.echo.cx/img145/8531/threewatches2si.th.jpg (http://img145.echo.cx/my.php?image=threewatches2si.jpg)

[phillbert]

i'm a big fan of breitling's. i like the aviation watches. currently i've got 3 tag heuers. looking to move up now.

[Audiogenic]

The single most important piece of jewellery on a man is indeed his watch.

Women can tell alot about a man just by looking at the watch he wears.

[etcbq]

The single most important piece of jewellery on a man is indeed his watch.

Women can tell alot about a man just by looking at the watch he wears.
So what can you say about a man who doesn't wear a watch or any jewellery at all?

[g-squared]

I've collected watches since i was young.. but i guess i could buy more before cos when you're a kid, u don't get expensvie watches..

Currently I've been wearing my Swatch irony...cool days i think it's called and swatch skin...i like swatch cos its swiss, lots of designs to choose from and not decently priced

I think Seiko is gd too, always wanted to get one if i go to HK or sth.
Storm watches look nice too.

If i had the $$ i want a Tag Heur, touch screen one..i know it's old..but i still like it :)

[Gdog]

Current watch is an all titanium Citizen Eco-Drive:

http://www.citizenwatch.com/collections/images/larger/Eco-Drive%20180/bm0900_51l.jpg

I love this watch...super light and the batteries won't need changing for a super long time IF ever!

[RastaManMax]

OK, I hang out in the watch forums, but I've loved collecting watches since I was 6.

What is your current watch of affection (either you own or not), or watch of your dreams?

For you guys that think a watch that costs over $50 is a waste, stop reading here.

Depends on the range for me. For the price range i'm currently in nothing can top my Fossils for me. I hope to move up to a Muvado or something stylish like that once i graduate.

[kornstar369]

Depends on the range for me. For the price range i'm currently in nothing can top my Fossils for me. I hope to move up to a Muvado or something stylish like that once i graduate.
yea, i love fossil, they are very stylish and rugged
mine looks almost like this! (http://www.fossil.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=8913&itemType=PRODUCT&iMainCat=956&iSubCat=960&iProductID=8913)

[eon90210]

hey watch experts, i have this watch that i've been told is worth something but i never believed them because it doesn't look so pricey
anyways the brand is 'du valais' and on the watch it says 'showerproff stainless steel back swiss made 23005' and on the wristband it says 'royal croco-grain on calf 16mm R'
that's all the identification i can give ya, i can post pics but im lazy!

[vancouverforsale]

Hmm, nice thread.

[warpdrive]

hey watch experts, i have this watch that i've been told is worth something but i never believed them because it doesn't look so pricey
anyways the brand is 'du valais' and on the watch it says 'showerproff stainless steel back swiss made 23005' and on the wristband it says 'royal croco-grain on calf 16mm R'
that's all the identification i can give ya, i can post pics but im lazy!

Never heard of it. I don't think it's worth much.

[TenzoR]

my next will be a poljot from russia :)

[Roninvancouver]

anyone have experience with st.moritz dive watches...they are from vancouver i think...looking at the momentum m1...

http://i13.ebayimg.com/02/i/03/89/e8/a0_1_b.JPG

[vancouverforsale]

Thinking of buying Diesel watch, what do you guys think of them?

[kornstar369]

Thinking of buying Diesel watch, what do you guys think of them?
very stylish as well....show us some pics of the ones you are looking at :)

[vric]

Glad to find this thread. I'm looking to buy a new watches and can't find a dealer in Canada (well online dealer)


Here is what I like. It'd from Rodania (no one talk about them here ?) Dakar serie and Atlas / Cadeau Serie.

http://www.rodania.be/Watches/Dakar/2004-05/zoom/c59a-c59b-big.jpg

http://www.rodania.be/Watches/cadeau-box/C79_C79-M.jpg

I know the Price in Europe, They aren't very expensive there, but Can't find a place to see the price in Canadian or even US. Anyone could help ? (or if you have similar watches to sugest)

[confused]

planning on getting either a Tag, Oris, or Tissot soon

[vancouverforsale]

Pics, ok. Soon as possible.

When is a wristwatch too big for your wrist? (I have abnormally small wrists (65mm), which worry me.), the watch however I am interested in, is around 42mm, which is quite large (+xtra wide band), but not bling bling large.

Thanks.

PS: If you have any tips of building muscle in the wrist/lower arm region. Let me know.

[hmai18]

I have a Tissot PR50 Chronograph:
http://img264.echo.cx/img264/311/clipboard015is.png
http://img287.echo.cx/img287/297/dsc011481bv.jpg

I'd like to get a Tag Heuer Carrera chrono someday: http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/B76_Heuer_carrera_a1.JPG

[kornstar369]

.....PS: If you have any tips of building muscle in the wrist/lower arm region. Let me know.

you did not just say that ;)

[AudiDude]

Tag Heuer SEL (Full Gold)
Wittnauer Odyssey Regular (Full Gold)
Wittnauer Odyssey Longlife (Half Gold , Half Brushed Stainless) 20 Yr battery

Looking at Movado Esperanza or possibly another Movado with bracelet appearance. Movado looks like the scratch resistant mineral glass seems to scratch easier than I would like though.

[iamthehub]

So what can you say about a man who doesn't wear a watch or any jewellery at all?

that he's broke, and always late.

[ewerx]

Time to revive this watch thread and add some watches I find interesting:

YES Zulu (http://www.yeswatch.com/) (a unique solar-time 24h watch):
http://www.yeswatch.com/images/zulu/zulu_u100.jpg
Watchreport Review (http://www.watchreport.com/2005/01/review_of_the_y.html)

Casio Oceanus (http://www.oceanus-us.com/) ("World's First Atomic Solar Chronograph"):
http://www.watchreport.com/watchreport/review_images/casio_oceanus_us.png

These watches are more techy than classy, but that's how I likes 'em.
Too bad neither are available in Canada. I checked :)

[jraja]

any idea for women's watches, i've got a fossil right now, and wanted to upgrade. thanks

[15-20_God]

any idea for women's watches, i've got a fossil right now, and wanted to upgrade. thanks

i see a lot of gucci watches attached to women's wrists.

[jraja]

i see a lot of gucci watches attached to women's wrists.
yeah I was thinking, of either a gucci or cartier.

[15-20_God]

yeah I was thinking, of either a gucci or cartier.

that's an easy decision to make depending on your budget.

[ainsane]

I have a Citizen Eco-drive titanium watch. I just love it. I have a friend that keeps bugging me saying that Citizen is junk and that I should have gotten a Swatch instead... but I rather have my $700 Citizen than a $150 Swatch.

Next step up for me will be a Tag... but I'll have to wait till after I graduate (the second time) for it.

http://www.flightessentials.net/ProductImages/watches/Citizen_BlueAngels_58L.jpg

[jraja]

that's an easy decision to make depending on your budget.
true, but i don't really know too much about watches, so I was wondering if anybody knew of any other brand probably in the $1000-1500 price range, so the Cartier's probably not for me, just yet.

[najibs]

Rolex GMT-Master II and Omega Speedmaster :cheesygri

[15-20_God]

true, but i don't really know too much about watches, so I was wondering if anybody knew of any other brand probably in the $1000-1500 price range, so the Cartier's probably not for me, just yet.

here's a good 'window shopping' site. note the prices on cartiers.

http://www.watchesplanet.com/cartier.htm

[jraja]

here's a good 'window shopping' site. note the prices on cartiers.

http://www.watchesplanet.com/cartier.htm
thanks, the site reinforces the my suspicion that I couldn't afford a cartier, I'll look through it to take a look at watches I can afford. Thanks for the site.

[phillbert]

i'm on my 3rd tag heuer. my next one is gonna be a breitling. better save up those pennies again.

[Anessa]

I've got a nice Longines watch. One day, I'd love a Piaget :cheesygri

[najibs]

I've got a nice Longines watch. One day, I'd love a Piaget :cheesygri

Find yourself a rich man Anessa. But on RFD you'll only find cheap guys :lol:

I kid, I kid...

[Anessa]

I'll buy it myself like I bought my Longines ;).

[najibs]

I'll buy it myself like I bought my Longines ;).

For ladies, I love the Omega Constellation. It's a nice watch. My Mom has one.

[Anessa]

Maybe when I'm older. Omega is for the mature.

[najibs]

Maybe when I'm older. Omega is for the mature.

Maybe for ladies, but for men, the Bond Seamaster and Omega Speedmasters are very nice sport watches.

[deactivated1245]

I have a nice titanium Skagen watch. It's thin, it's light, and it's the best watch I've ever owned. Picked it up at Costco, but haven't seen it there since.

Am I mean for hoping you all lose your $200+ watches?

[Shaf]

I just bought a brand new Seiko SNA 411 from ebay fro $250 (retails at Sears fro $575 +tax)!! I love the watch.

http://www.hmewatch.com/images/large/sna411.jpg

[bokep]

i like my dad's movado. i think he'll give it to me once he gets something better.

[ji2o0k]

i like the Tag Heuer Kirium series...........not too overly priced. I hope to get one soon.

[kornstar369]

I just bought a brand new Seiko SNA 411 from ebay fro $250 (retails at Sears fro $575 +tax)!! I love the watch.

http://www.hmewatch.com/images/large/sna411.jpg


looks confusing :)

nice non the less...and of course, i cant afford it,lol.

[lithiumli]

that's a nice looking watch, my parents actually just bought me a citizen eco-drive also,but a differnt modeal, but it was only 550, but it's really nice.


I have a Citizen Eco-drive titanium watch. I just love it. I have a friend that keeps bugging me saying that Citizen is junk and that I should have gotten a Swatch instead... but I rather have my $700 Citizen than a $150 Swatch.

Next step up for me will be a Tag... but I'll have to wait till after I graduate (the second time) for it.

http://www.flightessentials.net/ProductImages/watches/Citizen_BlueAngels_58L.jpg

[Anessa]

http://imageorigin.worldofwatches.com/dia/p50345B.jpg
Mine's something like this one but without the diamonds and full numbers all over the rectangle instead of being interrupted.

[rayesyn]

that's the watch i wear to work
http://www.which-watches.com/gearkc/images/6924.jpg

the watch we bought a friend
http://www.s2buy.com/images/Articles/8/DKNY-man-watch.gif

my 'ghetto' watch :D, the LCD changes colour :) i have it sent on black, not 'red' as shown in the pic
http://www.mercadolibre.com.pe/org-img/preview/MPE/032005/22019_619.jpg

[hyperion]

I have an Invicta from Ebay, automatic movement.

http://members.sparedollar.com/resize.aspx?user=triadwatchco&img=2686c(1).jpg&size=610

[qaplmz]

http://images.andale.com/f2/125/111/16600322/1094978125711_FS2919_57.5_5_arkit.jpg

[trixR4kids]

swiss watch

[fireguy9]

Tag full size link series!

Here is the one I just bought

http://www.jewelswarehouse.com/DS_DP_Watches.asp?ID=4515&Brand=Tag+Heuer&Series=Link

Costco in Burlington carries it for $1500

I have seen them as low as $800 U.S in the states new

I lucked out and bought mine 1yr old for $525 U.S worn a handful of times,, brought it to birks adjusted and verified authentic

[corrupt123]

fake rolexes. Mostly because I cant afford, or betteryet, justify spending so much on a watch quite at my age (16)

but these ones look really nice, at the moment, thats all I really care about. Just aswell, these are much better replicas then the 'times square' quality replicas.

[milhaus]

I'm waiting for this watch from eBay, thanks to the PayPal coupons (got it for about $80 US (shipping in), retails for $130, and you can't get it in Canada - apparently only 5000 made).

http://img.engadget.com/common/images/8030473169425672.JPG?0.006899576497015447

[Yukikaze]

THis is my all time favorite watch of all. IT makes all watches look bad.
Special Ops, navy seal watch and so on. This watch is bad@ss

http://www.specialopswatch.com/default.htm :lol:

[Neovingian]

Im kinda partial to my PHILIPPE STARCK watch..
thats why I own 4 of em'..they're rare & differnet and oh yeah they tell the time too...Way to go STARCK!

[rc51]

You swipped my line! But absolutely, a twenty dollar timex does exactly the same job as a $20k Rollex. What kind of an idiot would then pay $20k for a Rollex? Maybe $20 for a copywatch :cheesygri


It's all relative...$20 to you, is probably the same as $20K to someone making $10 million a year!!

Same people who buy $500,000 Maybach's!!

[rc51]

You took the words right out of some marketing drone's mouth. There are a few truly beautiful watches that justify themselves at any price. However, the majority of purchases of expensive watches are pointless, wasteful, and offer the following insight: "My owner is a tool."


Actually it would be 'my owner is a RICH tool'.

[hagbard]

I have a Citizen Eco-drive titanium watch. I just love it. I have a friend that keeps bugging me saying that Citizen is junk and that I should have gotten a Swatch instead... but I rather have my $700 Citizen than a $150 Swatch.

Next step up for me will be a Tag... but I'll have to wait till after I graduate (the second time) for it.

http://www.flightessentials.net/ProductImages/watches/Citizen_BlueAngels_58L.jpg

Not enough useless dials and numbers for me.

But hey, this one almost makes the cut:

http://www.hmewatch.com/images/large/sna411.jpg

:lol:

[rc51]

Currently everday watch is just a SWISS MILITARY.

Wear a Movado on those going out nights.

Next watch..would like to get either a Cartier or Maurice Lacroix.

Not sure how good the movements are on the ML's, but they are interesting looking watches nonetheless.

[shuffle]

I love to watch lovers! Er, sorry, read the title wrong...

[Aflac!]

Omega Speedmaster "Moonwatch" NASA Limited edition Snoopy... :cheesygri

[milhaus]

Kinda off topic, but how the hell do you imbed images in your post? I use the image button, but it does nothing; what's the code supposed to look like?

[Shaf]

Kinda off topic, but how the hell do you imbed images in your post? I use the image button, but it does nothing; what's the code supposed to look like?

[IMG ]http://www.hmewatch.com/images/large/sna411.jpg[/IMG ]

Remove the space at the end of the square brackets.

[milhaus]

http://img.engadget.com/common/images/8030473169425672.JPG
Thanks. Here's the watch I was pimping.

Asteroids plays in the background.

[royal]

http://www.princetonwatches.com/images/watches/JR3080-51L.jpghttp://www.roachman.com/seiko/chrono/SNA595.jpg

[trixstar]

i have a concord saratoga sl automatic i bought with a movado vizio about 3 years ago. both for $4000.

[trixstar]

i don't wear my concord anymore.. keeps getting the wrong time after a month or so.. i have a seiko now

[deep]

The world's most complicated watch (http://www.network54.com/Forum/125476/message/1107770635/Vacheron+Constantin+presents+Tour+de+l%27Ile-+The+world%27s+most+complicated+wristwatch)

Why you two faced little.....

http://www.thepurists.net/Patrons/Members/sihh2004/VC/anniversary/TDL/09.jpg

http://www.thepurists.net/Patrons/Members/sihh2004/VC/anniversary/TDL/10.jpg

[TenzoR]

nice watch

[Hybrid88]

Newest addition - Seiko Sportura Kinetic SNL029P1
http://www.timedon.com/img/shop/full/7ac5d5648e129955fbc3252032555d0b.jpg

Citizen Titanium Eco-Drive
http://www.pritchetts.com/images/citizen/eco_drive_watches/titanium_bracelets/bm0900_51a.jpg

Citizen Blue Angels (first series or earlier series)
http://www.lestewatches.com/ebayw/citizen/poilet%20strap.jpg

Bulova Marine Star
can't find a pic yet.

[rfdrfd]

Nice thread !

For myself, I've bought a Casio for almost every birthday I had when I was young, but now that I've grown up, for the past 5 yrs, I've been spending more $$$ on time pieces.

Multi-function: Tissot T-Touch (awesome compass, baro, chrono, altim, temp)
Daily Wear: Victorinox Renegade
Classy: Citizen Eco-Drive, Seiko

My eyes are now set on: Tag F1 series or Fortis, Breitling, and if I'm crazy, the new Rolex chronograph $6000 Cdn.

The Tissot T-touch (Titanium), after I saw Tomb Raider, I HAD to get it. I have both the Titanium strap and black rubber:
http://www.timezone.com/img/articles/news631934581139531250/TissotTombRaider2A.jpg
http://www.timezone.com/img/articles/news631934581139531250/TissotTombRaider2B.jpg

A different version also appeared in Mr and Mrs. Smith:
http://www.ipan.com/PRESS/2005June/Tissot.jpg

And just recently when I went to Hong Kong, I bought the coolest US Navy Seals issue watch: Luminox. It has luminous gas that glows continuously for 20 yrs !! Its awesome at night, I got the Original 3000 series version, black:
http://www.american-armynavy.com/shop/Accessories/Watch-46469-30011web.jpg
http://www.creativewatch.co.uk/luminox/luminox-dive-watch-illumination.jpg

http://www.luminox.com/catalog/catalog3000.asp

http://www.swissarmy.com/images/ProductCatalog/sa_24228_sol_a02.jpg

Let me tell you, Hong Kong's prices for watches are SOOOOO much cheaper !! And no sales tax in HK either.

[DISH]

Everyday day watch. Similar to this one except mine only has 4 notches. 12, 3, 6 and 9. Looks much better .

http://i2.ebayimg.com/03/i/02/4d/21/31_1_b.JPG

And this one :D
Bought it in Poland. I couldn't pass on the deal.

http://i1.tinypic.com/ngd8pw.jpg

[vric]

Well I will contribute.
Here is my daily watch:
http://www.magietec.com/omega/3.jpg

Hummm Omega

And a Fun Watch I have for the weekends:

http://www.magietec.com/omega/v2.jpg
http://www.magietec.com/omega/v3.jpg

[rfdrfd]

Wow, vric, those must have cost a chunk of dough !!

Beautiful watches.

[emptypocket]

I have a Timex Indigo that's lasted for 11 years (and still going) on a single battery.

I'm not even sure how this is physically possible, but I just chalk it up to damn fine workmanship.

[rfdrfd]

I have a Timex Indigo that's lasted for 11 years (and still going) on a single battery.

I'm not even sure how this is physically possible, but I just chalk it up to damn fine workmanship.

Its possible, I got a Casio Illumninator watch that kept going for at least 9 yrs, and it was still going, but the light wasn't lighting up, so time to change battery.

[VivaLaRaza]

My watch :
http://gucci-watches.lifetimewatches.com/img_gucci/p5663b.jpg
1900 series
Gucci

[Sewert]

Movado

[Hybrid88]

My watch :
http://gucci-watches.lifetimewatches.com/img_gucci/p5663b.jpg
1900 series
Gucci

Gold is hard since its only matches up well with black. Nice dress watch sweetie.

[kingsley]

http://www.rodania.be/Watches/cadeau-box/C79_C79-M.jpg


I was never into watches but I really like the blue faced watch. If this watch is really expensive is there another one like it ~$100?

[vric]

Wow, vric, those must have cost a chunk of dough !!

Beautiful watches.

The Vacheron isn't a real one (damn I don't have 10k$ for that) :D
but for the Omega, Costco sell it for 1600$. (automatic movement) The Quartz one can be found just under 900$ I think.

What piss me off a bit: Both have automatic movement. Both hold good time, both have sapphire crystal, both have the wow effect, and one cost 15 time more than the other :D

[FastFokker]

I have a Citizen Eco-drive titanium watch. I just love it. I have a friend that keeps bugging me saying that Citizen is junk and that I should have gotten a Swatch instead... but I rather have my $700 Citizen than a $150 Swatch.

Next step up for me will be a Tag... but I'll have to wait till after I graduate (the second time) for it.

http://www.flightessentials.net/ProductImages/watches/Citizen_BlueAngels_58L.jpg
Dude that watch isn't $700.. you got ripped! :lol:

That watch is more like $399 "regular" and like $299 on sale.

It's a pilots watch too, do you even know how to use all the features on it?

[phillbert]

Breguet

[vric]

Dude that watch isn't $700.. you got ripped! :lol:

That watch is more like $399 "regular" and like $299 on sale.

It's a pilots watch too, do you even know how to use all the features on it?


I agree. I was looking for this one few months ago, and it's easy to find for 229$us.

I would ratter put 700$ on an Omega, or even a used Rolex or Panerai than a Citizen watch ! Even Seiko have some great automatic watch in that price range. At last, it's not a soul less quartz watch.

[sinnedsoul]

I would ratter put 700$ on an Omega, or even a used Rolex or Panerai than a Citizen watch !

you will not find a used rolex or panerai for $700..

[consure]

Right now - until Feb 19, The Bay (Ottawa) has a sale going on 25% off watches, if you don't have their CC yet, apply for it / use it and get another 10% off... not bad if you are looking for a new watch.

[vric]

I was never into watches but I really like the blue faced watch. If this watch is really expensive is there another one like it ~$100?


this watch is about 150 Euro.. I don't know how much in Canada. (Rodania are hard to find here and VERY overpriced, specially those series.) It's from the "Cadeau-box" series. Come with a stainless and leather bracelet. Miyota movement. It's the 2004 series.

You can look there for all Rodania watch from Swiss.
http://www.monhorloger.com/prod57.htm
Dakar and Energy are my favorites.. You can request a free catalog on this site, he is shipping to Canada free. (just click on the last link on the left)

[vric]

you will not find a used rolex or panerai for $700..
I said put my money on... I mean a 700$ is a very good start for those brand. I prefer getting a 1200$ Rolex or Panerai than an 700$ Quartz Sport Citizen watch. Anyway, I'm an Omega Guy, and with 700$ you can get some nice used one

[JohnB]

I said put my money on... I mean a 700$ is a very good start for those brand. I prefer getting a 1200$ Rolex or Panerai than an 700$ Quartz Sport Citizen watch. Anyway, I'm an Omega Guy, and with 700$ you can get some nice used one

True you can get a nice used LNIB SMP for about 1000 USD on TZ.

http://www.bernardwatch.com/image/OMG1146.JPG

Used current Sub would be about 3500-4000 USD, Panerai I guess about the same NM.

A 99.5% Panerai replica would be around $400 and yeah it looks pretty much exactly like the real thing. )

Replica Black Seal - $250 USD.

http://img133.imageshack.us/img133/8893/standard6au.jpg

[ainsane]

Dude that watch isn't $700.. you got ripped! :lol:

That watch is more like $399 "regular" and like $299 on sale.

It's a pilots watch too, do you even know how to use all the features on it?

Dude... I didn't pay $700. I'm not stupid. I was just writing that as retail. I paid around $350 when I got mine. Around that time, the regular prices were mid $400's... and the sale prices, mainly on eBay, were mid $300's. I like this watch, but I like it for the price. I wouldn't spend anymore than this on a Citizen watch and can't currently afford anything better since I'm still a student.

Also, I have no idea how to use the pilot features... :) I dont care though. Just because they're there... it doesn't mean I have to use them!

I agree. I was looking for this one few months ago, and it's easy to find for 229$us.

I would ratter put 700$ on an Omega, or even a used Rolex or Panerai than a Citizen watch ! Even Seiko have some great automatic watch in that price range. At last, it's not a soul less quartz watch.

I'm curious, where can you find them for $229 US? All the one's on ebay seem to be around $300 or more.

[vric]

I'm curious, where can you find them for $229 US? All the one's on ebay seem to be around $300 or more.

Just search "JR3060-59F" on ebay looking at COMPLETED auction. All of them that really sold are between 228$CND and 290$CND.. other higher priced are in UK or Australia.

If you paid 350$ in store, I guess it's a very good price since once you add customs fees and shipping, it will be close to that.

[ainsane]

Just search "JR3060-59F" on ebay looking at COMPLETED auction. All of them that really sold are between 228$CND and 290$CND.. other higher priced are in UK or Australia.

If you paid 350$ in store, I guess it's a very good price since once you add customs fees and shipping, it will be close to that.

Mine isnt the JR3060-59F though, it's the JR3090-58L. The MSRP is the same on both, but mine seems to go for more on eBay. The cheapest JR3090-58L that sold on eBay went for $281.14 CDN, with one other under $300 and the other's all over $300 CDN.

I actually bought mine off eBay but it was a store in Markham selling it and they allowed me to pick it up. I was searching for over a month on the best price and when I won it, it was the lowest price that I saw at the time.

It's a nice watch for the price, but once I start working I want a Tag or an Omega.

[Donkey_boy]

I love my 1986 Rolex Submariner Comex limited edition with a 50th aniversary bezel insert installed.....I just love the fact that I dont just have a run of the mill submariner......got this baby a few years ago for a steal $7500US and took over a year to find one for this price!

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/8863/imgp04679os.jpg

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/4817/imgp04682hf.jpg

[JohnB]

I love my 1986 Rolex Submariner Comex limited edition with a 50th aniversary bezel insert installed.....I just love the fact that I dont just have a run of the mill submariner......got this baby a few years ago for a steal $7500US and took over a year to find one for this price!

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/8863/imgp04679os.jpg

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/4817/imgp04682hf.jpg

Wow thats a pretty bad fake since there are no "Comex" 50th anniversary green Rolex Subs. 1986, What are you talking about, get a clue.

Why dont you pretend you have a Daytona too ? And a Porsche...but nice little story you have, about waiting a year for it :)

[hyperion]

Wow thats a pretty bad fake since there are no "Comex" 50th anniversary green Rolex Subs. 1986, What are you talking about, get a clue.

Why dont you pretend you have a Daytona too ? And a Porsche...but nice little story you have, about waiting a year for it :)
lol, owned.

[JohnB]

lol, owned.

Well by looking at the watch it has an incorrect Minute Hand, Second Hand, Dial, Crown, Bracelet, and Bezel.

And Comex Subs go for $13,000-20,000 USD so no ones putting a Green Bezel on one just for kicks...

[Donkey_boy]

ha ha ha ....your right! when comex diver company issued these in the 70's till early 90's they only came in the standard black dial on the sub. And like I stated I had this bezel insert "installed" to be unique. and no Dayton or porsche here....I make money but not that much....if you save and search you to can find one.....dont be jealous.


Wow thats a pretty bad fake since there are no "Comex" 50th anniversary green Rolex Subs. 1986, What are you talking about, get a clue.

Why dont you pretend you have a Daytona too ? And a Porsche...but nice little story you have, about waiting a year for it :)

[JohnB]

ha ha ha ....your right! when comex diver company issued these in the 70's till early 90's they only came in the standard black dial on the sub. And like I stated I had this bezel insert "installed" to be unique. and no Dayton or porsche here....I make money but not that much....if you save and search you to can find one.....dont be jealous.

Watches used to be my life - I would spend about 3-4 hours a day minimum on TZ :) For many years.

[Donkey_boy]

thats great! mabey you will be a watch in your next life and they can talk about you on Time Zone! :D

[najibs]

ha ha ha ....your right! when comex diver company issued these in the 70's till early 90's they only came in the standard black dial on the sub. And like I stated I had this bezel insert "installed" to be unique. and no Dayton or porsche here....I make money but not that much....if you save and search you to can find one.....dont be jealous.

That Sub has an SEL bracelet. SEL bracelets were not used on Submariner's until 2000. Only on the Sea-Dwellers before then...

How do you explain that?

[poedua]

I love my 1986 Rolex Submariner Comex limited edition with a 50th aniversary bezel insert installed.....I just love the fact that I dont just have a run of the mill submariner......got this baby a few years ago for a steal $7500US and took over a year to find one for this price!

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/8863/imgp04679os.jpg

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/4817/imgp04682hf.jpg

What added functionality does this $7500 US watch have that a $ 50 Timex doesn't have ...apart from the name "Rolex '?

[Evil Baby]

Perhaps somebody here can help me. I can by the watch some time ago but just got it fixed recently. I've been told it was worth a bit but I have no idea how much. Doesn't look like anything special to me but then again I know nothing. Hopefully somebody here will be able to give me a better idea of what it is worth.

Don't worry, I don't plan on selling it, just would like to know

http://img70.imageshack.us/img70/8379/watch29vg.jpg

http://img70.imageshack.us/img70/7963/watch11km.jpg

Sorry I didn't post the actual post but they are huge and that can get annoying sometimes, so just check the link

[ckang008]

What's TZ?


And I'm looking to get a mature watch. Going to switch from my Swiss Army ST1000. I'm looking at something minimalist look like Movados or something unique like this Seiko Spectrum Watch (is this a guy's watch anyways? I'm not actually sure)

http://www.seiko-watch.co.jp/sp/about/

Is there something like a full black movado but with a black metal strap? I saw this big black Movado full black watch with silver circumference but with a leather strap which I dont' really like since the leather will get bent linings on it

[najibs]

What added functionality does this $7500 US watch have that a $ 50 Timex doesn't have ...apart from the name "Rolex '?

Absolutely nothing! In fact, the $50 Timex probably has many more functions. BUT, you don't buy a Rolex for functionality. You buy it for craftsmanship, the amazing mechanical movement, it's stunning looks, and yes its a Rolex, so you're paying for the name. You'll never understand me telling you this until you own one or put one on your wrist...

Same thing as buying a Ferrari F430, as opposed to a Shelby Mustang. Mustang might be faster, have an extra 2 seats, less maintenance. But a Ferrari is a Ferrari and the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive, and more desirable...

[FastFokker]

Dude... I didn't pay $700. I'm not stupid. I was just writing that as retail. I paid around $350 when I got mine. Around that time, the regular prices were mid $400's... and the sale prices, mainly on eBay, were mid $300's. I like this watch, but I like it for the price. I wouldn't spend anymore than this on a Citizen watch and can't currently afford anything better since I'm still a student.Yeah I find it a joke when they say the retail price is $700, because it's not. The regular price around is more like $399CAN. I've not seen it anywhere for more than that.

Also, I have no idea how to use the pilot features... :) I dont care though. Just because they're there... it doesn't mean I have to use them!What do you mean just because they're there.. that's the whole point of the watch and why it costs so much.

You could get a much nicer non-pilot watch for that price.
I'm curious, where can you find them for $229 US? All the one's on ebay seem to be around $300 or more.
I've seen it for $299CAN, so $229US doesn't seem far off.

[Donkey_boy]

http://www.timezone.com/


What's TZ?


And I'm looking to get a mature watch. Going to switch from my Swiss Army ST1000. I'm looking at something minimalist look like Movados or something unique like this Seiko Spectrum Watch (is this a guy's watch anyways? I'm not actually sure)

http://www.seiko-watch.co.jp/sp/about/

Is there something like a full black movado but with a black metal strap? I saw this big black Movado full black watch with silver circumference but with a leather strap which I dont' really like since the leather will get bent linings on it

[Anessa]

Absolutely nothing! In fact, the $50 Timex probably has many more functions. BUT, you don't buy a Rolex for functionality. You buy it for craftsmanship, the amazing mechanical movement, it's stunning looks, and yes its a Rolex, so you're paying for the name. You'll never understand me telling you this until you own one or put one on your wrist...

Same thing as buying a Ferrari F430, as opposed to a Shelby Mustang. Mustang might be faster, have an extra 2 seats, less maintenance. But a Ferrari is a Ferrari and the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive, and more desirable...

I totally support that. Timex might be a good knock about watch but if you have the money then why not go with style and Swiss precision. I love my Longines...and could never go to some Zellers Timex watch after having this beautiful watch on my hand.

[ainsane]

Yeah I find it a joke when they say the retail price is $700, because it's not. The regular price around is more like $399CAN. I've not seen it anywhere for more than that.

Places like Sears actually list it at retail, hah. And I don't frequent watch stores. I checked out a few and the lowest price I could find was $400. I have seen it for more than $400 though (without negotiating). One store wanted like $465 (this was back in October when I bought it though). Some on eBay now even have a few buy-it-now's for over $400. Mind you, they are cheaper now than when I bought it.

What do you mean just because they're there.. that's the whole point of the watch and why it costs so much.

You could get a much nicer non-pilot watch for that price.

Oh well, I like the look of it. Shoot me. I'll pay the cost of them putting the numbers on the bezel since I like the look of the watch. You may prefer a non-pilot watch that you think is better... but to each his own, right?


I've seen it for $299CAN, so $229US doesn't seem far off.

That's great. I believe you guys... but I asked the first guy where he saw it. I was just curious since I'd like to know of stores where you can get decent deals on watches. You just saying you've seen it for $229 US (at a US store? ebay?) doesn't do anything for my curiousity.

[FastFokker]

Ah I'm just bustin your balls, it's a nice watch.

I prefer the non-Blue Angels version myself.. but they are big and beautiful watches.

[ainsane]

Ah I'm just bustin your balls, it's a nice watch.

I prefer the non-Blue Angels version myself.. but they are big and beautiful watches.

Oh ok :) Initially I liked the regular one also, but then the Blue Angels one grew on me. One main reason why I like this watch is because it's so big. I have some big wrists and I tried on a bunch of Seiko's from Costco and they were all too small.

Can't wait to upgrade to a nicer watch though. ;)

[vric]

Guys, it's a watch lover thread.. Fake or not, a watch is a watch.

Sadly, I know a lot about replica (mainly Omega and Tag). This "Rolex" is common replica and not the best. There is some awesome replica, and some bad one.. This one slip in the bad section.. Probably an 40$ Asian one you find in NY street. Look good for 40$, but the pearl scream fake.

As for watch, I'm a gadget freak in life. I love computer, cell, and any gismo that have a screen or even a LED :D. But when it come to watch, I just hate those quartz watch. The craftsmanship of a Swiss automatic watch is just awesome to see. So I will also love much more a nice Automatic watch than a Citizen Quartz with every gizmo you can imagine. Electronic is electronic. a watch made out of 50 and more small parts, that tick 28 000 time every hours and still can achieve great time is just insane. One of the best thing human have made. Those are "real" watch and why you are paying more.

A matter of taste

[nsd]

Breitling Navitimer ? Yeah baby ... :(
Or anything else Breitling, for that matter.

[vric]

Breitling Navitimer ? Yeah baby ... :(
Or anything else Breitling, for that matter.
Breitling is real nice big watches... A bit too crowded on the dial on most model, but still awesome "real" watches.

One of my favorite brand are Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Sadly, I will never have the money to buy one...

Just look at that..

hummm
http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f249/VINGOXE/ZENITHClass1.jpg

[najibs]

Breitling Navitimer ? Yeah baby ... :(
Or anything else Breitling, for that matter.

I love pilot watches (being a pilot). The Navitimer is a beauty, especially the 50th anniversary edition...

I also like the B-1 and Aerospace.

[poedua]

Absolutely nothing! In fact, the $50 Timex probably has many more functions. BUT, you don't buy a Rolex for functionality. You buy it for craftsmanship, the amazing mechanical movement, it's stunning looks, and yes its a Rolex, so you're paying for the name. You'll never understand me telling you this until you own one or put one on your wrist...

Same thing as buying a Ferrari F430, as opposed to a Shelby Mustang. Mustang might be faster, have an extra 2 seats, less maintenance. But a Ferrari is a Ferrari and the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive, and more desirable...

$1000 Rolex, "so you're paying for the name"...............$200,000 +/- Ferrari F430 " But a Ferrari is a Ferrari "

Well....if nothing else...it goes to show you that these companies know what exactly they're doing..........Rolex, Ferrari..........in both cases, examples of where image creates desire IMO........to never get enough of what you don't need to make you happy.

"craftsmanship, amazing mechanical movement, stunning looks, the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive "certainly seem to describe how someone can derive actual pleasure from such material things.

Then again, I suppose it all depends on whether you have things - or they have you. :)

[nsd]

You have to be a true car lover to appreciate the difference between a Ferrari and a Pontiac Sunfire. I guess it's the same with watches ;)

[trixstar]

i'll stick with my old concord mini saratoga sl automatic... nobody in my school knows the Concord brand anyway.. so i don't think they'l jump me..

[Yukikaze]

What is the worlds best pocket watch? Thinking of replacing once my watch is dead.

[najibs]

$1000 Rolex, "so you're paying for the name"...............$200,000 +/- Ferrari F430 " But a Ferrari is a Ferrari "

Well....if nothing else...it goes to show you that these companies know what exactly they're doing..........Rolex, Ferrari..........in both cases, examples of where image creates desire IMO........to never get enough of what you don't need to make you happy.

"craftsmanship, amazing mechanical movement, stunning looks, the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive "certainly seem to describe how someone can derive actual pleasure from such material things.

Then again, I suppose it all depends on whether you have things - or they have you. :)

Buy what you can afford, my friend. If you have to stick to your timex because you either dont want a Rolex or can't afford one, well then, that's you. If you like something and can afford it, and it makes you happy, then buy it.

Do we need Rolexes and Ferrari's...absolutely not. Do we want them...absolutely. The fact that they are scarce, luxurious, and expensive makes people want them more.

[FastFokker]

Same reason women want REAL diamonds over FAKE diamonds.

[najibs]

Same reason women want REAL diamonds over FAKE diamonds.

Exactly. You cannot tell the difference between a fake and real diamond with the naked eye. They look the same, shine the same. I got engaged this past week, and a few days later went with her to get the ring resized, and stopped at a Jewellery Supplies wholesaler to buy some polishing cloths and they had boxes of CZ's (fake diamonds) and I pulled one out to look at with her and we were comparing the CZ to the real diamond on her ring. Both her and I concurred that we simply could not tell the difference. The price of the CZ was $1.50. THe diamond on her ring was in the thousands, but both look the same...

[poedua]

You have to be a true car lover to appreciate the difference between a Ferrari and a Pontiac Sunfire. I guess it's the same with watches ;)

Sunbird vs Ferrari...same as Timex vs Rolex.....interesting.

Although a $50 Timex likley does exactly what Rolex does...tell time and date....I would think it is no better or different than a Rolex ...the functionality is pretty much the same and interchangable - either will do.

By contrast, a Sunbird will never have a Ferrari's functionality of top end speed, 0-60 elapsed time etc...and you''d never drive a Ferrari year round to get to work , or drive your wife and 2 kids around on weekends in a Ferrari to get groceries or to get to the rink either..the functionality is not interchangable IMO. You don't get the exact same functionality from a Sunbird as a Ferrari.

I could see buying a $1000 Rolex as an investment...and it has an image that you can impress people with - if that is important to you...and if image and name power is important along with investment value...then drop $1000 on a watch....by all means.

But strictly as a watch...if I simply wanted a reliable watch to tell time and date only for day to day use - and nothing else - , I'd get the exact same functionality from a $50 Timex as a $1000 Rolex .....I get no greater functionality by spending $1000 vs $50 on a watch. I'd spend the other $950 elsewhere. :)

[najibs]

I have to disagree with you yet again. First of all an entry level Rolex isn't $1000. Try $3500.

Second, if you're going to buy a Rolex as an investment, you're a moron, unless it's a vintage collectors model. Rolex's will maintain their value fairly well, but not go up in price unless it's a rare model like an SS Daytona.

Third, you say people buy Rolexes for image and power. I'm sure some people do, but the fact that you think of Rolex owners as that is exremely idiotic. I buy something because I like it and I give a rats ass what anyone else thinks of it.

Fourth, by saying you get no value or added functionality. Great my man, that's you and your opinion, but to someone else it might be different. A Rolex is like Jewellery. Jewellery isn't functional, and the only functionality of the Rolex is to tell time.

Your $50 timex is more accurate in time because its quartz and probably has more functions, and suits you best.,..great, thats YOUR opinion and stick to it but dont stereotype Rolex owners...

Sunbird vs Ferrari...same as Timex vs Rolex.....interesting.

Although a $50 Timex likley does exactly what Rolex does...tell time and date....I would think it is no better or different than a Rolex ...the functionality is pretty much the same and interchangable - either will do.

By contrast, a Sunbird will never have a Ferrari's functionality of top end speed, 0-60 elapsed time etc...and you''d never drive a Ferrari year round to get to work , or drive your wife and 2 kids around on weekends in a Ferrari to get groceries or to get to the rink either..the functionality is not interchangable IMO. You don't get the exact same functionality from a Sunbird as a Ferrari.

I could see buying a $1000 Rolex as an investment...and it has an image that you can impress people with - if that is important to you...and if image and name power is important along with investment value...then drop $1000 on a watch....by all means.

But strictly as a watch...if I simply wanted a reliable watch to tell time and date only for day to day use - and nothing else - , I'd get the exact same functionality from a $50 Timex as a $1000 Rolex .....I get no greater functionality by spending $1000 vs $50 on a watch. I'd spend the other $950 elsewhere. :)

[nsd]

Well poedua, I was thinking more in terms of build quality and such.
Ferrari does 300km/h+. Rolex "loses" 1/10 of a second in precision in a year (or something like that).
Sunfire does 180 tops (or so). Timex "loses" 7 seconds in a year.
Will I ever drive my F at 300km/h / Sunfire at 200 ? Will the one 10th of a second/7 seconds make a difference in my life ?
All these answers vary depending what your "passions" are, so to speak.
Have you seen that US $800 hockey card in the BST section ? To me it's a worthless piece of cardboard, but I'm not going to tell the owner he's wasting his time because he enjoys collecting these things.
And if I had a Ferrari of course I'd be driving it year round. Having one implies having money for parts and gas, thus I don't see why not. Although I'd take my Phantom to the rink. :D

[goffeebeans]

Its all about marketing. Its exactly how every company "has you", be it ferrari, rolex, timex or walmart. Every company that you buy from has got you pegged into one of their categories. They get you through their everyday low prices or their superior craftsmanship.

$1000 Rolex, "so you're paying for the name"...............$200,000 +/- Ferrari F430 " But a Ferrari is a Ferrari "

Well....if nothing else...it goes to show you that these companies know what exactly they're doing..........Rolex, Ferrari..........in both cases, examples of where image creates desire IMO........to never get enough of what you don't need to make you happy.

"craftsmanship, amazing mechanical movement, stunning looks, the fact that there's less of them makes it more exclusive "certainly seem to describe how someone can derive actual pleasure from such material things.

Then again, I suppose it all depends on whether you have things - or they have you. :)

[pacman]

I love my 1986 Rolex Submariner Comex limited edition with a 50th aniversary bezel insert installed.....I just love the fact that I dont just have a run of the mill submariner......got this baby a few years ago for a steal $7500US and took over a year to find one for this price!

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/8863/imgp04679os.jpg

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/4817/imgp04682hf.jpg

I'm just curious here...I thought the COMEX Rolex watches were SeaDwellers and not Submariners. Wasn't the SeaDweller made specifically for the Comex divers and the original ones were basically Submariners with added Helium Valves as the divers noticed the crystals were popping off when surfacing after long deep dives?

I've never seen a Comex Sub before.....and if it's from 1986 it would have to be a SeaDweller as the Comex Subs were from the '70s.

[poromol]

iam just wondering, whats the heirchary of rolex watchs? i've seen daytona's, submariners, oyster perpetual etc. if you could also list approx prices as well.

[sinnedsoul]

Well poedua, I was thinking more in terms of build quality and such.
Ferrari does 300km/h+. Rolex "loses" 1/10 of a second in precision in a year (or something like that).


rolexes are COSC certified, so -4 to +6 seconds a day..

i was going to reply to poedua's post but there's really no point.. different people have different hobbies and they often seem illogical to the outsider (as you stated)

as well, this is probably the worst message board to try explain watch collecting.. if you were to apply the logic of lowest price for the same utility ($50 timex instead of a rolex), one would be eating kraft dinner (or whatever the cheapest meal for decent level of nutrition is) every day instead of food you actually enjoy.. you'd never have hardwood floors over laminate/carpet, art on your walls and you'd probably buy all your clothes at goodwill. if that's all you can afford, fine, but if it's not, odds are you're going to enjoy life a little more in whatever aspects you appreciate the most.

[pacman]

iam just wondering, whats the heirchary of rolex watchs? i've seen daytona's, submariners, oyster perpetual etc. if you could also list approx prices as well.

This is off the top of my head, and I only know prices of the stainless steel sport models as that is all I'm interested in....

Daytona Steel $9,750
SeaDweller $6,450
Submariner Date $6,250
Submariner non date $5,400
GMT Master II/Explorer II $6,150
Explorer $5,100

You can usually get 10% to 15% off a sport model rolex, with the exception of the Daytona which has a long wait list...so no discounts unless you are really lucky.

[sinnedsoul]

Daytona Steel $9,750


it was $9520 last month, though i'm told a price increase was coming this month, is this the new price?

[pacman]

it was $9520 last month, though i'm told a price increase was coming this month, is this the new price?

That price was off the top of my head, I have a price list around here somewhere but can't seem to find it. I also heard about the price increase.

If you got the price of $9520 then that's most likely the right price.

[najibs]

I'm just curious here...I thought the COMEX Rolex watches were SeaDwellers and not Submariners. Wasn't the SeaDweller made specifically for the Comex divers and the original ones were basically Submariners with added Helium Valves as the divers noticed the crystals were popping off when surfacing after long deep dives?

I've never seen a Comex Sub before.....and if it's from 1986 it would have to be a SeaDweller as the Comex Subs were from the '70s.


I do beleive that there were indeed Comex Submariners. Few, but they are out there. I'd pay $4000 for a Submariner, but I certainly wouldn't pay $7500 for the same watch, with COMEX written on the dial. Just my opinion. They're collector's items mainly. Just like the red lettered Submariner's and Sea-Dweller's.

[misskaren]

The Tissot Women's Cocktail Watch!!!!

[tj23]

TJ, bored human being, Esquire...

I should do a TV commercial...

[vric]

Well poedua
Ferrari does 300km/h+. Rolex "loses" 1/10 of a second in precision in a year (or something like that).

False. An Automatic watch loose or gain between 2 and 7 seconds by day. And this is by the COSC specs. There is more accurate one, like the Chronometer certification like my Omega. that drop the gain / loose at 0 to 3 seconds by day.

In all case, you will loose MUCH more than 1/10 of a second by year. I have to reset the time of my omega every 2 month or so (while changing the date) and I usually have about 1 to 2 minutes less or more. The same thing for Rolex and any Swiss ETA movement.

You are not buying an Automatic watch for the accuracy (even if 1 minutes by month won't hurt) You are buying it for craftsmanship, quality, prestige and the love of the art of the watch. Personally, I don't like Rolex. You are really paying for the name. This is why I have an Omega. I got the exact same thing (same movement), for more than 2 time less.

An Omega SMP is about 1200$ and a Rolex Sub is 5000$... same category of watch.. (same movement and quality)

[warpdrive]

Just a friendly note....as the original poster, this thread is NOT intended to be about questions about justification of pricing of high end watches vs $50 Timex's.

If you have questions, please start your own thread, this thread is about watches we like.

[poromol]

This is off the top of my head, and I only know prices of the stainless steel sport models as that is all I'm interested in....

Daytona Steel $9,750
SeaDweller $6,450
Submariner Date $6,250
Submariner non date $5,400
GMT Master II/Explorer II $6,150
Explorer $5,100

You can usually get 10% to 15% off a sport model rolex, with the exception of the Daytona which has a long wait list...so no discounts unless you are really lucky.

thanks for the list pacman. If anyone else knows few more details for rolex's that made with gold/diamonds.

[poedua]

False. An Automatic watch loose or gain between 2 and 7 seconds by day. And this is by the COSC specs. There is more accurate one, like the Chronometer certification like my Omega. that drop the gain / loose at 0 to 3 seconds by day.

In all case, you will loose MUCH more than 1/10 of a second by year. I have to reset the time of my omega every 2 month or so (while changing the date) and I usually have about 1 to 2 minutes less or more. The same thing for Rolex and any Swiss ETA movement.

You are not buying an Automatic watch for the accuracy (even if 1 minutes by month won't hurt) You are buying it for craftsmanship, quality, prestige and the love of the art of the watch. Personally, I don't like Rolex. You are really paying for the name. This is why I have an Omega. I got the exact same thing (same movement), for more than 2 time less.

An Omega SMP is about 1200$ and a Rolex Sub is 5000$... same category of watch.. (same movement and quality)

Interesting. What are COSC specs ?

Are you suggesting my quartz Timex may lose as much a 3+ minutes ( max 7 seconds a day ) a month or so ...or am I not understanding your explanation correctly ? The reason i ask is that i seldom find my Timex it is slow at all ...always in sync with my benchmark time I use...never have to adjust it.

So, are you saying that one ( of the many ) rationale's for dropping $1,000 ++ on an Omega, Tag or Rolex is that - from a functionality point of view - due to the craftsmanship, quality you cited, it virtually never loses time ?

How do the power sources on Omega watches differ from say my Timex ?

[skanji]

Saw it at Eaton's Center for $225...it's on the Guess Website for $135US.

http://www.guess.com/ProductDetails.aspx?style=13533G&cat=616&browse=1&root_category%7C597=Mens%20Accessories&rpt%7C597=Categories.aspx&image=13533G-NC

Any other ideas for a watch that has the day of the week in a circular dial on it...any other ideas?

http://www.guess.com/StyleImages/13533G-NC-LF.jpg

[najibs]

Interesting. What are COSC specs ?

Are you suggesting my quartz Timex may lose as much a 3+ minutes ( max 7 seconds a day ) a month or so ...or am I not understanding your explanation correctly ? The reason i ask is that i seldom find my Timex it is slow at all ...always in sync with my benchmark time I use...never have to adjust it.

So, are you saying that one ( of the many ) rationale's for dropping $1,000 ++ on an Omega, Tag or Rolex is that - from a functionality point of view - due to the craftsmanship, quality you cited, it virtually never loses time ?

How do the power sources on Omega watches differ from say my Timex ?

COSC is Chronometere Oficiel Suise Certifie or something like that. Movements tested at COSC are designated "Chronometeres" which supposedly maintian time to within -4/+6 seconds per day. Considering a mechanical movement is all gears, makes it pretty remarkable it can do that.
Notice on the dials of some Rolex's and Omega's it'll say OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED, SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER.

Your timex on the other hand can maintain more accurate time. It might lose maybe 7 seconds a month.

[Bordello]

poedua, why are you still going on with the Timex vs luxury watches debate? Is killing this (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235768) thread not enough for you?

[warpdrive]

Interesting. What are COSC specs ?

Are you suggesting my quartz Timex may lose as much a 3+ minutes ( max 7 seconds a day ) a month or so ...or am I not understanding your explanation correctly ? The reason i ask is that i seldom find my Timex it is slow at all ...always in sync with my benchmark time I use...never have to adjust it.

So, are you saying that one ( of the many ) rationale's for dropping $1,000 ++ on an Omega, Tag or Rolex is that - from a functionality point of view - due to the craftsmanship, quality you cited, it virtually never loses time ?

How do the power sources on Omega watches differ from say my Timex ?

Please. If you really want to know.....start a thread on the topic yourself. Is that REALLY too much to ask? Otherwise, it's just trolling onto other threads....plain and simple.

[konfusion666]

poedua, why are you still going on with the Timex vs luxury watches debate? Is killing this (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235768) thread not enough for you?

If RFD has rules against thread-crapping, then report him and see if any action gets done... ;)

[iamthehub]

Dreamwatch:

Breitling Navitimer and Omega Speedmaster



Day-to-day:

Aeromatic 'navitimer-like' pilot watch (it's a 'filler' until I get my Breitling)
Mercedes Benz badged 'Tourneau' quartz
ESQ chronograph quartz


I'll post pics later, just had to get this thread back on track!

[B40]

If RFD has rules against thread-crapping, then report him and see if any action gets done... ;)

Seriouisly...this is a thread for watch lovers to discuss what their favourite watch is...

poedua is neither a watch lover nor is he discussing what his favourite watch is

Leave that crap out of this thread and stop killing it already.

[poedua]

Seriouisly...this is a thread for watch lovers to discuss what their favourite watch is...

poedua is neither a watch lover nor is he discussing what his favourite watch is

Leave that crap out of this thread and stop killing it already.

Actually...I learned a lot......vric & najibvs were a wealth of information


is it OK to say I love my Timex ? :)

[bokep]

im liking my seiko kinetic

[vric]

Dreamwatch:
Omega Speedmaster



humm.. might be my next one... Old Manual Broad Arrow Moon watch!

[vric]

is it OK to say I love my Timex ? :)

Watch is watch.. Timex is a watch.. uninspiring one, but it's a watch :lol:

[warpdrive]

The Omega Planet Ocean with orange bezel is a beauty.....I tried one on in the store and it looks and feels great. It would be my next watch if I had to buy one now.

http://www.omegawatches.com/fileadmin/templates/omega-watches/img-watchesbig/22095000.jpg

[blackice168]

my dream watch: Harry Winston Opus V

http://www.opus5.ch/images/picture1.jpg

[nsd]

blackice168 how much is that beauty ?

[najibs]

While Rolex may be the Ferrari of watches...Meet the Rolls-Royce of watches...Patek Phillipe:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Patek-Philippe-Ref-5015-G-White-Gold-Complication_W0QQitemZ8906133337QQcategoryZ31387QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

They made the worlds most complicated watch back in 1989. Oersonally, not my style of watches. They have more of a mature look, but certainly applreciuated by any watch afficionado.

So clean looking, yet so expensive:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/New-Men-18k-Rose-Gold-Patek-Philippe-Calatrava-Jumbo-NR_W0QQitemZ8903087897QQcategoryZ31387QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem

Only $32k for this beauty:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Patek-Philippe-5036-Rose-Gold-2005-RARE_W0QQitemZ8903939599QQcategoryZ31387QQrdZ1QQcm dZViewItem

$169,000 (yes, over a hundred grand!) for this baby. I could buy a condo with that! A true beauty though...
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Mens-Patek-Philippe-Celestial-Ref-5102-Unused-Watch_W0QQitemZ5050777599QQcategoryZ31387QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem


One of my favorite Rollies:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Rolex-Yachtmaster-Platinum-2006-D-Never-Worn-WOW_W0QQitemZ8906119995QQcategoryZ31387QQrdZ1QQcmd ZViewItem

Rolex platinum president with diamond dial, only $40k! Not my cup of tea. A favorite among rappers.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Mens-Rolex-Platinum-President-Glacier-Diamond-Dial_W0QQitemZ5024679889QQcategoryZ31387QQrdZ1QQcm dZViewItem

My all time favorite:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/2003-ROLEX-16613-SERTI-DIAL-Two-Tone-SUBMARINER_W0QQitemZ8905613129QQcategoryZ31387QQrd Z1QQcmdZViewItem

[rfdrfd]

I also like Porsche Designs:

http://www.1888store.com/Merchant2/graphics/watches/por/large/PORW012-PAT.jpg

http://www.1888store.com/Merchant2/graphics/watches/por/large/POR-POW035.jpg

[PocketRockets]

http://img.timezone.com/img/articles/news631885340497500000/ZenithGrandeChronoOpen.jpg

This is one of the nicest watches I've ever seen

[Crotchety Old Man]

I didn't see the following link posted in this thread yet - it is a sort of blog by a Master Watchmaker: Ron DeCorte's Notebook (http://www.jimhillmedia.com/mb/articles/showarticle.php?ID=1313).

Anyone who's interested in fine mechanical watches is going to enjoy reading these detailed articles on some of the world's finest watches, accompanied by exquisitely detailed photos.

For example, this photo of the tourbillon cage of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Gyrotourbillon:

http://people.timezone.com/mdisher/decorte/gyro/gyro11sm.jpg

I also found the article on the new Seiko Spring Drive (http://www.timezone.com/library/rdnotebook/200509073623) utterly fascinating - now there's a truly innovative watch technology (and just when you thought Seiko was dead)!

[iamthehub]

Just curious, anyone out there have a watch winder for their mechanical watches?

I just got one at Xmas. The beauty (besides keeping the mechanisms 'greased'), is that I don't have to reset the time everytime I wear it (my mechanical watches aren't my main watches).

[sinnedsoul]

Just curious, anyone out there have a watch winder for their mechanical watches?

I just got one at Xmas. The beauty (besides keeping the mechanisms 'greased'), is that I don't have to reset the time everytime I wear it (my mechanical watches aren't my main watches).

at one point i debated getting a few, but i personally don't like the idea of putting daily wear/tear on the inner workings of my watches when i'm not even wearing them. mind you, if i had any perpetual calendars or anything else that was reasonably difficult to set they'd be on winders.

i usually end up setting my watch when i get to my desk in the morning except for those days i wear the same watch as yesterday.

[konfusion666]

The Omega Planet Ocean with orange bezel is a beauty.....I tried one on in the store and it looks and feels great. It would be my next watch if I had to buy one now.

http://www.omegawatches.com/fileadmin/templates/omega-watches/img-watchesbig/22095000.jpg

it's nice, but the orange color of the bezel seems to me that it's less appropriate for a "daily driver"... and yes, if i was to get an Omega I'd wear it every day ;)

[FastFokker]

PocketRockets, that's a beautiful watch, how much does it sell for?

[iamthehub]

at one point i debated getting a few, but i personally don't like the idea of putting daily wear/tear on the inner workings of my watches when i'm not even wearing them. mind you, if i had any perpetual calendars or anything else that was reasonably difficult to set they'd be on winders.

i usually end up setting my watch when i get to my desk in the morning except for those days i wear the same watch as yesterday.


I too thought that the 'wear/tear' would be more harmful than letting it sit there.

However, after I got my old Breitling serviced, the guy at LaSwiss told me that it was better to have the watch 'working' than letting it sit there.

Apparently if the movement parts are constantly moving, it keeps them 'lubed'. If a watch is left to sit there for a long period of time (as in my case - which was years), the oils/librication would dry up, thus causing more friction when the watch is re-started - resulting in it not working.

About 6 years ago I brought my Breitling to LaSwiss, and it cost me $180 to service it. All they did was lube the parts. It took me only 6 years to listen to the guy and get a watch winder ;)

[warpdrive]

it's nice, but the orange color of the bezel seems to me that it's less appropriate for a "daily driver"... and yes, if i was to get an Omega I'd wear it every day ;)

It does come in a black bezel for those Orange Challenged. I would have no problem wearing the orange bezel everyday.

[sinnedsoul]

I too thought that the 'wear/tear' would be more harmful than letting it sit there.

However, after I got my old Breitling serviced, the guy at LaSwiss told me that it was better to have the watch 'working' than letting it sit there.

Apparently if the movement parts are constantly moving, it keeps them 'lubed'. If a watch is left to sit there for a long period of time (as in my case - which was years), the oils/librication would dry up, thus causing more friction when the watch is re-started - resulting in it not working.


i'll agree that leaving them sitting for extended periods of time is not good for the lubrication of the parts, but i don't mind letting them sit for a few days.. it's like storing a car, you should run it every once in a while to keep the fluids going, but but you don't have to leave the thing idling the whole time.

personally, i wouldn't go near la swiss with a 10 foot pole. rolex revoked their authorized dealer status a few years ago.. makes you wonder why. every salesperson i've encountered there has struck me as a snake oil salesman.

[warpdrive]

If you aren't going to wear your watch regularly, I believe that keeping it on a winder will put too much wear and tear. It's better to leave it sitting for a couple of weeks and then fully wind it to get the oils circulating again.

If you get a winder, I think Orbita's Sparta models that swings the watch is the way to go.

[iamthehub]

personally, i wouldn't go near la swiss with a 10 foot pole. rolex revoked their authorized dealer status a few years ago.. makes you wonder why. every salesperson i've encountered there has struck me as a snake oil salesman.

Didn't know that... Thanks for the warning

[konfusion666]

no probs with La Swiss @ downtown toronto eaton centre... best price for the watch i got from them, and i could never find a better price for it even after the fact (with the exception of EBay etc.). of course i was dealing with the "manager" the whole time. at least that's what her card said ;) maybe they're all "managers"...

[PocketRockets]

PocketRockets, that's a beautiful watch, how much does it sell for?

Retail is like $10,000 I believe

[CanuckCareBear]

Oh man! I should go to bed.

I'm not sure if I'm tired or its just the influence of the last thread.. but I took the title of the thread to mean something totally different!!! :o

A thread about a bunch of peeping Toms

Goodnight!

Did same!!!

[i-o_o-i]

my dream watch is a Rolex, gonna buy one when I get my first real job...hopefully ;) or maybe I'll just have to take my dad's watch :idea: but right now my favourite watch is my cellphone :lol:

[PocketRockets]

my dream watch is a Rolex, gonna buy one when I get my first real job...hopefully ;) or maybe I'll just have to take my dad's watch :idea: but right now my favourite watch is my cellphone :lol:

LOL :lol:

[MrDisco]

I really like my Casio Metal-G watch. nice and chunky, though i'm not overly thrilled with the plastic bezel and hinges.

does anyone have one of these 'tough solar' G-Shock watches? I find mine dies and I have to leave it in the sun for a whole day to recharge (and even then it only gets to a Medium on the battery gauge). I'm almost thinking of returning it.

[Evil Techie]

I really like my Casio Metal-G watch. nice and chunky, though i'm not overly thrilled with the plastic bezel and hinges.

does anyone have one of these 'tough solar' G-Shock watches? I find mine dies and I have to leave it in the sun for a whole day to recharge (and even then it only gets to a Medium on the battery gauge). I'm almost thinking of returning it.

ive got one

http://www.g-shock.jp/products/gw-1500j/img/gw-1500j-1ajf_pl.jpg

ive had it since my last birthday
around april last year

battery power is still on HI even though there isnt a lot of sun in vancouver and im not an all outdoors person

im not thrilled with the plastic/rubber surroundings but it does protect the metal watch body quite a bit

[Benny]

I have an ESQ Chronograph and love it. Used to wear Japanese watches - mostly CASIO - but switched to Swiss like ESQ and Romanson... have you heard of Romanson? I just got another one today - Rectangular, Chronograph, domed Sapphire, Anit-Allergan Titanium case n band, safety buckle, water resistant to list a few features....

http://img159.imageshack.us/img159/421/mywatch3cu.jpg (http://imageshack.us)http://img66.imageshack.us/img66/1196/esqswiss8we.jpg (http://imageshack.us)http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/1085/watch3ob.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

The first is brand new i just got it today
The second is my daily watch
The third is brand new and for sale BST ;) Edit: Its with a black dial

[Goodfellas]

Retail is like $10,000 I believe

Seen it advertised for USD $19K.
Very nice watch, but a little hard to come by.

The only Zenith I owned was a 27" colour TV built into the wooden console....

[langong]

Seiko 5 - I just like that watch, got 5 of them :)

[flightg6]

I have had this watch for 6 years now, other than minor scratches on the front it has performed beautifully, and talk about sexy!!! I love it wear it whenever I can.

[Hybrid88]

Well, ever since I lost my piaget, I don't wear a watch.

The more I look at watches and the xxxx number of models out. Its still doesn't beat the simplicity and elegance of a piaget. I have my eyes set on one recently - dang they make great looking watches.

[Anessa]

personally, i wouldn't go near la swiss with a 10 foot pole. rolex revoked their authorized dealer status a few years ago.. makes you wonder why. every salesperson i've encountered there has struck me as a snake oil salesman.

They act so posh as well. Anyone else found that?

[MasZakrY]

My newest watch is a SA

Completely hand would movement and the band is an aftermarket Panerai 24mm style.

[Anessa]

It's a lovely choice.

[commie]

Where's a good store in Toronto to buy a Tag Heuer watch?
and to get replacement band?

My old Tag Forumula 1's band broke.....I kinda want a new Tag anyways..But also want to fix the old one as well...just to wear it for when I do outdoor activities like camping/fishing...

[JohnB]

My newest watch
Completely hand would movement and the band is an aftermarket Panerai 24mm style.

Small world, I know the dude you bought it from...

http://img129.imageshack.us/img129/311/ca23xl.jpg

[Steeve Urkel]

Those watches with moving parts are commonly known as "mechanical" watches...the way they used to make them before Quartz or other battery operated watches took over. Mechanical watches are something special because there is no eletronics, it measures time using springs, gears, and other parts. Watch collectors tend to prefer those types of watches just like collecting fine violins or handmade swords, it's a skill and quality that makes it special.

I have a collection of antique watches!

I own a Tissot mechanical from 1970- bought it as a NOS (new old stock), so it's pretty cool!

I also have a Birks watch w a saphire cristal- so not the cheaper ones, it was a limited edition one from a few years back.

I have a few other fancy watches that were people in my family, Patek philippe I think...I'll have to check!

I'd really like a Rado or Movado wit the ceramic face or strap- they look pretty cool.
Used to want a Tag watch, but not so sure thesedays.

Also wanted a Tecnomarine- but they are not worth that much afterwards and are quite overpriced for what you get.

Fossil watches are cool, I have one that the face cheanges colours!

I don't have any more money for watches right now though.... :mad:

[Steeve Urkel]

Where's a good store in Toronto to buy a Tag Heuer watch?
and to get replacement band?

My old Tag Forumula 1's band broke.....I kinda want a new Tag anyways..But also want to fix the old one as well...just to wear it for when I do outdoor activities like camping/fishing...

Try Birks,
they have or can order the original replacement parts for the Swiss Army and probably Tag watches.

I had the band on my Swiss Army watch changed there, put on a rubber sports band..paid $25 for a plastic band at Birks cuz the cheaper ones would not fir my watch! :mad:

you can save 20% with the galleria cards tho...:)

[vric]

Probably one of the best Swiss Army watch I have seen.

What is this model ? How much ?

[MasZakrY]

Probably one of the best Swiss Army watch I have seen.

What is this model ? How much ?
http://www.swissarmy.com/Watches/Product.htm?category=ambassador&product=24152&

MSRP is $650 but the sales people will knock off 20% straight away making it $520 plus taxes. If your lucky you may be able to work out a cash on the spot deal for $520 no tax. The strap it comes with is quite bad imho so I opted to get two really good straps that you can get for $50 each.

To JohnB:
I also got the tan and carbon strap from the same supplier as Patrick. :)

[rfdrfd]

Nice, what makes it the best SA watch ?

Are the hands in the shape of the SA knives?



Probably one of the best Swiss Army watch I have seen.

What is this model ? How much ?

[MasZakrY]

Nice, what makes it the best SA watch ?

Are the hands in the shape of the SA knives?

I dont know if your being sarcastic or serious. Most SA watches are Quartz, which imho is just horrible and I will never put quartz on my wrist. I own 2 other automatic watches (1974 timex and a seiko 5) but this SA is my favourite watch so far. The styling of this particular watch is just amazing, pictures cannot do it justice. On a side note Swiss Army is not Swiss Military. Swiss Military is nothing ut a "fake" brand that gives a bad name to swiss engineering.

mabye one day I can save up my pennies for a logo pam 000
http://www.panerai.com/img/2/prodotti/dettagli/1112195884564_vista_1_g.jpg

[ShadowVlican]

what do you guys think of the Seiko Arctura Kinetic?
http://www.seikocan.com/seiko/en/product.asp?id=1000

i just picked up one of these on sat. it's my first "watch"

[MrDisco]

well i ended up returning my Casio Metal-G. loved the watch but it never held a charge. I left it in the sunlight for 2 days straight and it promptly runs out of power after a day's use. bleh.

anyone have suggestions for a nice looking everday watch? I'm wearing a Fendi Classico watch but its far too dressy to wear everyday.

[rfdrfd]

what do you guys think of the Seiko Arctura Kinetic?
http://www.seikocan.com/seiko/en/product.asp?id=1000

i just picked up one of these on sat. it's my first "watch"


I think that looks very nice, classy and kinetic.

[rfdrfd]

I dont know if your being sarcastic or serious. Most SA watches are Quartz, which imho is just horrible and I will never put quartz on my wrist.


mabye one day I can save up my pennies for a logo pam 000
http://www.panerai.com/img/2/prodotti/dettagli/1112195884564_vista_1_g.jpg


SA - I was just trying to ask the poster above saying he likes that SA watch very much. So I was wondering why.

Panerai ? haha..... of course, isn't that for submariners or something?

[sinnedsoul]

mabye one day I can save up my pennies for a logo pam 000
http://www.panerai.com/img/2/prodotti/dettagli/1112195884564_vista_1_g.jpg

i think the swiss army watch you bought and that panerai are based on the same movement.. (the swiss army movement looks like an unfinished unitas handwoud to me)..

[Anessa]

I have a collection of antique watches!

I own a Tissot mechanical from 1970- bought it as a NOS (new old stock), so it's pretty cool!

I also have a Birks watch w a saphire cristal- so not the cheaper ones, it was a limited edition one from a few years back.

I have a few other fancy watches that were people in my family, Patek philippe I think...I'll have to check!

I'd really like a Rado or Movado wit the ceramic face or strap- they look pretty cool.
Used to want a Tag watch, but not so sure thesedays.

Also wanted a Tecnomarine- but they are not worth that much afterwards and are quite overpriced for what you get.

Fossil watches are cool, I have one that the face cheanges colours!

I don't have any more money for watches right now though.... :mad:

Someone's got the bling factor going on ;) hehe j/k

[Andro]

i prefer simple, classy look: "Longines" is my favourite watch, and i have one of them too :D

[McLaren]

I prefer Tag Heure.... mainly because they use to sponsor Formula 1

[poromol]

oh the whole f1 thing with tag...you gotta go classic if you really want to be an f1 fanatic. i got me a longines, i tell you its really something...too bad its not appropriate for everyday wear.

[MasZakrY]

i think the swiss army watch you bought and that panerai are based on the same movement.. (the swiss army movement looks like an unfinished unitas handwoud to me)..
Yes I believe its the Unitas 6497 to be exact. I got this watch heavily based on the quality of the movement. just like a car must have a good engine, a watch must have a good heart. To Andro, I took a look at Longines but was very turned off with the cheap "snap in" back covers/seals.

[Anessa]

I prefer Tag Heure.... mainly because they use to sponsor Formula 1

Their womens watches are too ugly for my preferences.

[babydru]

I love the Tissott Touch watches, especially the one with the orange strap. I'd love to buy one but just can't justify spending that much for a watch. I think i'll just look for the fake version lol.

http://www.ewatches.com/Tissot/T33759859.html

[ill_mango]

my dad has had the original gold rado since before I was born and I've always loved it

http://www.rado.com/208/489/490/647/872/873/874.asp

[rfdrfd]

I love the Tissott Touch watches, especially the one with the orange strap. I'd love to buy one but just can't justify spending that much for a watch. I think i'll just look for the fake version lol.

http://www.ewatches.com/Tissot/T33759859.html

I have the Titanium T-Touch original with the black rubber strap + titanium band.

They are cheaper now in stores. Titanium for about $800 Cdn.... Stainless Steel is about $600 ?

Well worth it !!! I love mine. :cheesygri now if I can only "borrow" the official poster board with the T-Touch and Lara Croft (Angelina) on it from a store hehe

[KennyX]

Here are my 'dream' watches:

http://people.timezone.com/mdisher/seiko/0602/sonnerie1sm.jpghttp://people.timezone.com/mdisher/seiko/springdrive/0634157q/sdmp_sm1.jpg
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/360rose.JPG



Out of curosity, for $1000 ($1500 max), what type/brand/style of watch would you recommend/go for?

[najibs]

Out of curosity, for $1000 ($1500 max), what type/brand/style of watch would you recommend/go for?

Get Hamilton Khaki X-Wind Chrono...nice automatic movement...

[rfdrfd]

That's a beauty of course !! How much was it if you don't mind?



Here is my newly aquired baby.. what do you guys think?

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i27/Sam268/04.jpg

[babydru]

I have the Titanium T-Touch original with the black rubber strap + titanium band.

They are cheaper now in stores. Titanium for about $800 Cdn.... Stainless Steel is about $600 ?

Well worth it !!! I love mine. :cheesygri now if I can only "borrow" the official poster board with the T-Touch and Lara Croft (Angelina) on it from a store hehe

Haha that's funny. Yeah I actually only heard of Tissot when I saw Angelina Jolie wearing it in Mr and Mrs Smith.

Is there a big advantage of getting the titanium over the stainless steel? The black one that you have is definitely nice; I'd debate between either the black, orange or the metal band one in the gunmetal colour.

[rfdrfd]

Its really up to your personal taste. I've seen the white leather band one with white face, looks really cool, like icy arctic !

Titanium is highest class metal for watches, and its advantage is the weight. Much, much lighter than Stainless Steel.

Then again, some guys do love the weight of the SS. Look at Tag H. watches. Freakin heavy SS watches, but people want it that way.

SS is cheaper than Titanium too. So your choice. If you want the BEST of everything, then get the Titanium version. Both has Saphire crystal class, touch-screen, which is quite amazing if you ask me.



Haha that's funny. Yeah I actually only heard of Tissot when I saw Angelina Jolie wearing it in Mr and Mrs Smith.

Is there a big advantage of getting the titanium over the stainless steel? The black one that you have is definitely nice; I'd debate between either the black, orange or the metal band one in the gunmetal colour.

[emptypocket]

I have a Timex Indigo that's lasted for 11 years (and still going) on a single battery.

I'm not even sure how this is physically possible, but I just chalk it up to damn fine workmanship.

Quick update. My Timex Indigo has officially died.

RIP ol' buddy.
(1995-2006)

[poedua]

Quick update. My Timex Indigo has officially died.

RIP ol' buddy.
(1995-2006)

Sorry to hear that...ya' gotta love Timex

Got mine for around $60 well over 5 years ago.

Like yours, I also have another Timex I got over 10 years old ( cost less than $50 ) ...both are running great.

So long as they both keep running and telling time , the $ 500US for a Tag will have to wait ! :)

[commie]

What is a good watch store to buy from in Toronto? I am looking to get another Tag watch or similar....I have an older Formula 1 model....
I want something that is sporty yet classy, thats why I like Tag's....
Looking at the Monaco line or the Links line...But don't want a face that is too big...are there any in those models line that has a watch face around 40mm?

Also i travel to the US almost weekly....would buying down there be cheaper/better?

[goffeebeans]

You can always check costco for watches. Usually carry odds and ends.
Got mine from costco. Heres a quick shot of it that i just took.

Its a Tag 2000 Exclusive Quartz Chronograph 1/10th
Its 38mm size
http://www.goffeebeans.org/DSCF2296.JPG

[rfdrfd]

Quick update. My Timex Indigo has officially died.

RIP ol' buddy.
(1995-2006)


Hope you went to the recent Timex sale then.

[boonjaca]

I like the silver Movado with the black face and no numbers, it's sleek and simple.

[mlc2000]

I hear ya brother ^^

I'm currently humming and hawing over the La Nouvelle...

I got a bonus the other day.....think I'm gonna buy me one


http://www.watcheslist.com/img/p33057x.jpg

[boonjaca]

Yeah, that's some bad a$$ stuff, how much did that set you back?

[najibs]

I'm looking for my next watch to be a Suunto. I want it with an altimeter, barometer, and all that jazz

[evanx]

Personally I prefer the Jaeger Le Coultre's Reverso line but they are so expensive... >:(

http://imperial-ltd.ru/watches/jaegerlecoultre/8/img/imperial_jaegerlecoultre_8.jpg

[hagbard]

http://www.thompsonoutdoorsupply.com/products/images/timexexpeditionaluminum.jpg

Takes a licking and keeps on ticking

Not only that, it costs about $20, and does as its job (telling time) as good as a watch costing $20,000. BTW, the person with the fancy $20k watch does leave an impression, not the one he thinks though. ;)

[poedua]

http://www.thompsonoutdoorsupply.com/products/images/timexexpeditionaluminum.jpg

Takes a licking and keeps on ticking

Not only that, it costs about $20, and does as its job (telling time) as good as a watch costing $20,000. BTW, the person with the fancy $20k watch does leave an impression, not the one he thinks though. ;)

We finally agree on something ...Timex all the way ! :)

[Euphoriiick]

I have the Titanium T-Touch original with the black rubber strap + titanium band.

They are cheaper now in stores. Titanium for about $800 Cdn.... Stainless Steel is about $600 ?

Well worth it !!! I love mine. :cheesygri now if I can only "borrow" the official poster board with the T-Touch and Lara Croft (Angelina) on it from a store hehe


I have to agree with the Tissot T-Touch. I have the stainless steel one and it's awesome with the multifunctional aspects it possesses. Looks rugged yet classy and is always a great conversation tool. Got it on ebay for around $400 so it is within a achievable price range.

The only drawback on this watch is the 30 metre water resistance, necessary for the accurate readings from the surface sensors on the back.

Titanium ones are more prone to scratch and hence my choice in stainless.

[Anessa]

http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/Tissot/RockwatchFrontSide2.jpg
Tissot Rockwatch

[KennyX]

Here is my newly aquired baby.. what do you guys think?

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i27/Sam268/04.jpg

Beautiful watch!!!
I was about to get that watch (even though it's a bit over my current price range), but have you seen the upcoming Planet Ocean Chronos?

I think they'll be here around September

edit: Here are some pics I found:
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono_640.jpg
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono1a_640.jpg
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono2_640.jpg

[WildPegasus]

Here's what I recently purchased:

http://www.chronograph.com/store/catalog/products/SBDA003J1.jpg

[rfdrfd]

Anyone catch which watch Tom Cruise was wearing in MI3 ?

[Andro]

my favourite is Longines, i own them and love the quality & design.

[cnv_zero]

Nixon watches are pretty cool: www.nixonnow.com

I've got the Roadie.

Also go one of those classic Nelsonic Zelda watches from e-bay and put it in an army-style velcro band. It looks pretty cool. No light though... which is a bit of a pain.

[vric]

Here is my newly aquired baby.. what do you guys think?

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i27/Sam268/04.jpg

It's hard to see for this small picture, but it look like a replica. a good one

Edit: The more I look at it, the more it look like a replica. 4th gen ETA version.
The Omega Logo that is right on the OMEGA word is the most easy flaw to detect on these. (there should be a bigger space, look the gen picture higher)

Still a great watch, just hope you didn't pay full price for it (worth $300us max) ;)

[najibs]

Speaking of watches. I just got back my Omega Speedmaster Professional back from servicing today. It had a stuck pushbutton, but it's working fine now.

I'll probably be putting it up for sale in the next week, since I'm still trying to put together the last bit of money for my condo downpayment. I'm sure gonna miss it :(

[KorruptioN]

Very long thread, I didn't read through all of it, sorry if I did miss anything important.

I've got a Seiko 5, 7S26 movement. Said to be nearly indestructable and a very good value for the money. The girls like how the rear panel is transparent. Very cool watch for the money I paid for it. The parentals have respect for it as the Seiko 5 was a popular high-end watch in Vietnam, back in the day. Click to enlarge.

http://www.thequietrevolution.ca/blog/thumbnails/holidaybreak/IMG_4199s.JPG (http://www.thequietrevolution.ca/blog/images/holidaybreak/IMG_4199s.JPG) http://www.thequietrevolution.ca/blog/thumbnails/holidaybreak/IMG_4194s.JPG (http://www.thequietrevolution.ca/blog/images/holidaybreak/IMG_4194s.JPG)

[blainehamilton]

http://www.watch-itg.com/consumers/detalle.asp?IDProducto=193&idfamily=40&pag=10&IDmarca=1

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2665098042&indexURL=1&photoDisplayType=2#ebayphotohosting

http://www.frederique-constant.com/fc/index.html


Thats my baby. Got it as a 30th birthday gift from my wife when we were on our honeymoon in jamaica last year. I did a fair bit of research on different watch brands before we went so we knew what was a good price and what was tourist trash. Great quality and style for the price compared to better known brands like omega, rolex, and tag.

I would check them out if you ever see them. Not a lot of places stock them, not sure if anyone in canada does...

Love the see thru back on it too. Very cool, lets you enjoy the fun of having an automatic.

I do have a Suunto msn watch as well I use from time to time when travelling. Great for getting weather bits and headlines. Nice for the price.

[warpdrive]

It's hard to see for this small picture, but it look like a replica. a good one


Yes it is. This guy contacted me via PM and admitted as such (trying to get me interested in them)

[vric]

Yes it is. This guy contacted me via PM and admitted as such (trying to get me interested in them)

Hey, there is nothing wrong with good replica. If well oiled and serviced, it can last a lifetime. Those kind of watch come Swiss ETA movement (this one is 2836) the same as big maker use (Rolex, Omega, Panerai and other)

But the most important thing, is not to try to sell this as a gen. Beside that, I find it very nice to offer such quality watch for those that can't pay for the real deal (even if it's illegal, but it's not like if Omega would loose a sell anyway)

I like this rep. Very good quality watch. (if it wouldn't be of the logo on the dial, I would probably get one too. So close to perfection.. Waiting for 5th gen replica :lol: )

[sinnedsoul]

Hey, there is nothing wrong with good replica. If well oiled and serviced, it can last a lifetime. Those kind of watch come Swiss ETA movement (this one is 2836) the same as big maker use (Rolex, Omega, Panerai and other)


there's so many things wrong with a replica i won't even begin to get into it.

i'm only replying to clarify that rolex does not use any ETA movements. I believe the tudor line does, but not rolex.

[rfdrfd]

I sort of agree too, people who buy replica's most likely will never be able to afford the cost of the genuine one. Hence, it wouldn't mean they lost a potential sale (unlike fake DVDs and CDs).

Like vric says, the main thing is that the owner should never re-sell it as a genuine to someone else.

However, is producing replica's of a watch illegal ? Watches have patents right? But does Omega, Rolex, Tag have patents for every single model? That's a lot of paperwork for sure.

So in that sense, its breaking the law, which is never "right". But I go back to, I can never afford a $10,000 watch, so if I buy a replica, it doesn't mean Rolex lost my potential sale. It was never there to begin with.

[vric]

I sort of agree too, people who buy replica's most likely will never be able to afford the cost of the genuine one. Hence, it wouldn't mean they lost a potential sale (unlike fake DVDs and CDs).

Like vric says, the main thing is that the owner should never re-sell it as a genuine to someone else.

However, is producing replica's of a watch illegal ? Watches have patents right? But does Omega, Rolex, Tag have patents for every single model? That's a lot of paperwork for sure.

So in that sense, its breaking the law, which is never "right". But I go back to, I can never afford a $10,000 watch, so if I buy a replica, it doesn't mean Rolex lost my potential sale. It was never there to begin with.

It's not patents problem (the movement may have patents, but not the watch) It's using the name that is illegal. You can make a perfect Rolex replica, if you put any name on it, it's legal.

They have no right to use the name of the compagny. This is the big deal and why it's illegal.

Because, we see often Rolex and Omega having very similar watch, or I even seen a Rodania that looked just like a Rolex Explorer. So the style or model isn't exclusive, but the name is.

I'm like you. I will never get a Patek & Phillips or Vacheron Constentin at $10 000$ So my little $95 Vacheron rep is just perfect for me. It' nice looking and it working perfectly (btw this one have the same movement at the Seiko 5, which is a $500 watch. It's not "like" Seiko, it's made by Seiko :p)

Or just like the best Rolex replica you can get have a real Zenith movement in it (but be ready to spend over $1000)

It's just for fun and don't really hurt anyone. Just don't try to sell rep as genuine. Just look on ebay, there is TONS of them that sell for genuine price.. This week, I have seen a very bad Panerai replica, getting sold for 775 Pound ! This rep worth max $60.. horible...

[vric]

there's so many things wrong with a replica i won't even begin to get into it.

i'm only replying to clarify that rolex does not use any ETA movements. I believe the tudor line does, but not rolex.

Tudor sure does, and some older Rolex use 2824 or 2836 (I think, I'm not a Rolex expert, more an Omega guy)

The older Manual chrono Rolex used Lemania movement for sure (which is also used in the Omega Speedmaster "Moon watch" and often used in replica too.)

Or like the real Omega Seamaster Pro / 007 version, which use a little bit modified ETA 2892 (one of the best movement around). It's used in few replica, but they are expensive.

www.eta.ch (they don't say who use it, but you can have movement name. All Manual Parenai use ETA one)

Anyway, they are nice watch, and this thread is about watch lover. Sure, it's not real, but it's nice for those that can't get the real deal.

[KennyX]

Im pretty much set...
Getting the 'Bond' watch... Only problem is that Im really liking the GMT.

http://www.omegawatches.com/fileadmin/templates/omega-watches/img-watchesbig/25318000.jpghttp://www.omegawatches.com/fileadmin/templates/omega-watches/img-watchesbig/28345096.jpg

But if I do get the regular Seamaster pro, Im definately getting that gmt strap!

[vric]

Im pretty much set...
Getting the 'Bond' watch... Only problem is that Im really liking the GMT.

But if I do get the regular Seamaster pro, Im definately getting that gmt strap!

Seamaster Pro GMT if you want both

http://www.cones-stuff.co.uk/Watches/Omega%20Seamaster%20GMT%20Co-Axial%20%20Pics/GM6I4275%20(Medium).JPG

Also have a clear back (orriginal SMP don't)
http://www.cones-stuff.co.uk/Watches/Omega%20Seamaster%20GMT%20Co-Axial%20%20Pics/GM6I4260%20(Medium).JPG

[warpdrive]

Hey, there is nothing wrong with good replica.
I don't believe in supporting maker's of replicas on principle. If I can't afford the real thing, I'll just buy a cheaper brand.

Rolex does not use ETA movements

[KennyX]

Seamaster Pro GMT if you want both

Also have a clear back (orriginal SMP don't)


Waaaay too much money for me (especially since this will only be my first 'real' watch).

warpdrive: agreed with your point about replicas. Something about wearing something fake, and trying to pretend/fool others just doesnt seem right... especially with these types of watches.

For $1k, I'd much rather have a genuine Oris or Hamilton then a fake Omega or Rolex.

[vric]

For $1k, I'd much rather have a genuine Oris or Hamilton then a fake Omega or Rolex.

But for $150, I would prefer having an Automatic Swiss replica than a Genuine plastic Quartz Casio :lol:

But I agree, pretending a fake to be real isn't nice. It's all about fun, nothing more. The fun to have great watch that you wouldn't have in other way, not fun to try fooling people.

Tell me the Omega Planet Ocean of our friend here isn't a nice watch...

[KennyX]

But for $150, I would prefer having an Automatic Swiss replica than a Genuine plastic Quartz Casio :lol:

But I agree, pretending a fake to be real isn't nice. It's all about fun, nothing more. The fun to have great watch that you wouldn't have in other way, not fun to try fooling people.

Tell me the Omega Planet Ocean of our friend here isn't a nice watch...

At $150, it might look like a swiss automatic watch, but open it up and I'll sure it'll be easy to tell. And for $150 you'd be able to get a pretty decent Seiko or Citizen watch... possibly even Tissot. (by theway, the watch you were referencing is selling for over $500... at that price range there's a WHOLE group of authentic watches out there).

My point is that I personally am not a fan of fake watches. It's like if they were selling a kit to create a fake Rolls Royce (decent exterior copy and the engine of an old ford fiesta to save some bucks) for a few thousand.... would you buy it? I know alot of people would... me, -I wouldnt even consider it.

[Anessa]

Even the Tissot automatic watches cost upwards of $250 and that's for the entry level stuff. I don't think 150 is buying very much.

[MasZakrY]

Here's something to mull over. After you have your replica watch, flashing it all around town and getting the usual "nice watch" comments, you will come across someone who appreciates watches or owns the real thing and they will spot it as a fake right away. I got a buddy who had a replica watch and after his friends found out, he couldn't even wear it anymoe due to the ridicule. Lesson to learn: if you have $300 to blow on a replica, take a look at low end Movado, Tissot, Hamilton, Swiss Army, Seiko, Rado, and other quality brands. They will last you your lifetime and even longer with proper care. $300 is the starting point for decent watches, if you dont have that much, save up until you do!

[HMS]

Here's a site I've been lurking on for the past 2 years...Haven't bought anything yet. They have very "different" watch styles.

www.tokyoflash.com

[KennyX]

Interest check:

Just purchased an Omega Bond (2531.80.00) SMP watch (mint condition, -no scratches, dents, dings, etc...). Authentic, -with warranty card, manual, inner box, outer box, extra links, etc...

Just wondering if this is something I could sell for $1500...
The more and more I wear this watch, the more and more I kind of wished I spend the extra money and went with the Planet Ocean instead.

[bigphil]

Has anyone seen any watches similar to this one?
http://www.ittc.ku.edu/~jgauch/watch/seiko_7000/SNM005-08.jpg
http://www.webjeweller.com/watches/seiko/large_amazon/SNM005.jpg


I really like it, but I think its slightly too big for me.


http://www.ittc.ku.edu/~jgauch/watch/seiko_7000/SNM005-01.jpg
http://www.ittc.ku.edu/~jgauch/watch/seiko_7000/SNM005-03.jpg

[MasZakrY]

Interest check:

Just purchased an Omega Bond (2531.80.00) SMP watch (mint condition, -no scratches, dents, dings, etc...). Authentic, -with warranty card, manual, inner box, outer box, extra links, etc...

Just wondering if this is something I could sell for $1500...
The more and more I wear this watch, the more and more I kind of wished I spend the extra money and went with the Planet Ocean instead.
Its a great watch, altough, I dont know if you could get that much for it.
http://www.omegawatches.com/fileadmin/templates/omega-watches/img-watchesbig/25318000.jpg

[KennyX]

just some pictures...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v440/kennyx/P1090142.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v440/kennyx/P1090111.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v440/kennyx/P1090129.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v440/kennyx/P1090136.jpg

[MasZakrY]

just some pictures...

Thats a super hot watch, one of my all time favourites for sure
The black SMP is also divine.

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/4031/dsc00111vf.jpg

[MasZakrY]

wheres the watch love?

[najibs]

Thats a super hot watch, one of my all time favourites for sure
The black SMP is also divine.

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/4031/dsc00111vf.jpg


I used to have one of those. I got it brand new for $950US at the time. I kick myself now for getting rid of it :(

A month ago I had to sell my Omega Speedmaster Pro to get the remaining $ for the downpayment of my condo. I'm losing my toys.

[konfusion666]

I used to have one of those. I got it brand new for $950US at the time. I kick myself now for getting rid of it :(

A month ago I had to sell my Omega Speedmaster Pro to get the remaining $ for the downpayment of my condo. I'm losing my toys.

how much did you get for it? $700, $800?

does that really make much of a difference in the downpayment of property... when you're dealing with 30k, 40k, type of figures?

[najibs]

how much did you get for it? $700, $800?

does that really make much of a difference in the downpayment of property... when you're dealing with 30k, 40k, type of figures?

For a Speedmaster Pro? heck no...I sold it for $1500, and that in itself was pretty low.

[DualSoul]

My current watch (http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/carrera/index.lbl?lang=en)

Love it a ton!

[warpdrive]

My current watch (http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/carrera/index.lbl?lang=en)

Love it a ton!

Nice choice. I like the classic Heuer look

[MasZakrY]

My current watch (http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/carrera/index.lbl?lang=en)

Love it a ton!
The Carrera is a super hot watch!

While were on the subject of current watches...
heres mine
http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/4031/dsc00111vf.jpg
I LOVE IT SO MUCH! :cheesygri

[DualSoul]

Nice choice. I like the classic Heuer look

Thanks! Picked it because it wasn't too cluttered and was automatic.

While were on the subject of current watches...
heres mine
http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/4031/dsc00111vf.jpg
I LOVE IT SO MUCH! :cheesygri

Sweet watch, has a simple elegance to it. :)

[OS44]

Bringing this thread back from dead.

I just ordered a Omega Speedmaster Pro. Finally getting one of these after wanting one for years. The historical significance of this watch is fascinating (being the first watch on the moon) and I'm finally taking the plunge.

http://www.omega.ch/lux-example/img/bdwatch/soldat_gd/35725000.jpg

i was told that humans never went to the moon and it was all a big hoax

[rfdrfd]

i was told that humans never went to the moon and it was all a big hoax

HEheehe....

And I suppose watching the Challenger blow up in pieces in the sky was also a big magical trick?

[Donkey_boy]

correct it was a hoax!



i was told that humans never went to the moon and it was all a big hoax

[trixstar]

My Concord Saratoga SL Automatic..

[Anessa]

anyone know a reputable watch repair shop in the GTA? For polishing, lubrication, etc?

[JohnB]

I think Im going to get a PAM 111 soon, Ive been thinking about it for a long time...but I dont know if its too trendy or if Id wear it that much...

[JohnB]

Interest check:

Just purchased an Omega Bond (2531.80.00) SMP watch (mint condition, -no scratches, dents, dings, etc...). Authentic, -with warranty card, manual, inner box, outer box, extra links, etc...

Just wondering if this is something I could sell for $1500...
The more and more I wear this watch, the more and more I kind of wished I spend the extra money and went with the Planet Ocean instead.

I think you could maybe get 1,000 USD (~$1150 CAD) on TZ for it, its a nice watch...local pickup in TO theres many people who would buy it...

The PO is nice too, but I dont see the orange that everyone else loves ????

Omega is finally going to try to move upscale; they are recalling some lower end ADs in the States Ive heard...but as it stands now I wouldnt pay big money for any Omega, but they are a good bargain brand.

Did you see the new limited tt Speedy ? It has gold pushers and bezel, looks very nice but it retails for 14k USD...

[konfusion666]

Omega is a bargain brand? That's a good one :lol:

[Anessa]

OMEGA is one of the elite brands in the Swatch group...lol
Swatch or Bulova is bargain brands

[Sylvestre]

figured this is the best place to ask. Where would I get a real! well priced Tag Heuer Carrera Automatic Mens Watch (WV211A.BA0787)?
Would it be better to go to the states to get one or will I find deals in Toronto? Again, real!

[JohnB]

OMEGA is one of the elite brands in the Swatch group...lol
Swatch or Bulova is bargain brands

Omega is a bargain brand in the way that it is a bargain for what you get.
Like a SMP for a 1k or a Speedy for 1.5K USD.

Compared to any Sub or a Daytona, well you get the point cost wise...

In the 1970s Omega was on par with Rolex in cost and branding etc, now I dont think even close...just check out any Rolex service center compared to Omega LOL

You can buy an Omega in any mall shop for a 40%++ discount, nice watches, but still...no JLC or IWC, or Breguet or Glashutte (also both Swatch), etc, in terms of brand name - or at least I dont think so.

I like Omega too, my favorite watch used to be the electric blue dial SMP... :)

[warpdrive]

You can buy an Omega in any mall shop for a 40%++ discount

40%????

Tell us where. I'm serious.

[JohnB]

Maybe 40% is a bit high...but Id say 30-35% no problem. From pretty much any AD - authorized distributor. This is when they discount off of the list price.

Most of my prices are in USD, I dont buy watches from Canada...Which watch are you looking at ? Maybe I can give you a price quote if its something I am familar with, and you want a good price I can let you know what it would go for...

But if you want to price watches just go to TZ, check out the sales corner and you can get a good idea on US prices used, or new, etc...

[rc51]

My latest addition to my collection...


Maurice Lacroix (http://www.mauricelacroix.com/en/html/a_1_1_9_a.html)

[Anessa]

That place makes Longines seem pretty darn ordinary in the whole grand scheme of watches.

[hugejazz]

Chanel J12
Rolex Submariner
Breitling (any)

[nwwong]

Don't flame me, but what's the difference between a $100 watch and a $1000 watch?

[rfdrfd]

Don't flame me, but what's the difference between a $100 watch and a $1000 watch?

A couple of things:

- movement
- accuracy (like how many seconds it will deviate a day/week)
- name
- quality
- warranty
- craftmanship
- ....

[Anessa]

Two words: Bling factor.

[MasZakrY]

That place makes Longines seem pretty darn ordinary in the whole grand scheme of watches.

Longines is nothing special. A bunch of their watches have snap on case backs, like really, come on now.

The biggest discount I've ever seen on Omega watches was 20% off MSRP.

IMHO, one of the worst "expensive" watches to buy is any quarts Movado (and at ~$1k, just wow) or any >$500 quartz watch for that matter.

[kornstar369]

omega's got some nice watches now...not that i can afford one though

[Anessa]

Longines is nothing special. A bunch of their watches have snap on case backs, like really, come on now.

The biggest discount I've ever seen on Omega watches was 20% off MSRP.

IMHO, one of the worst "expensive" watches to buy is any quarts Movado (and at ~$1k, just wow) or any >$500 quartz watch for that matter.

Well EXCUSE ME for not having Patek or IWC kinds of money... :twisted:

[loungegirl]

I'm looking for a sophisticated ladies watch... black straps, rectangular face, dress-style. I'd like something similar to the elegance of Cartier but without the elegant price. (no more than $1000) Aside from what I think looks nice, I don't know much about watches. It'll be great to get some suggestions from all of you who appreciates a fine watch... what would you recommend?

Currently, I have a Tag and a Tissot. Both are doing fine.
Btw, what do you think of Cartier? Is there an RFD that owns one?

[warpdrive]

I'm looking for a sophisticated ladies watch... black straps, rectangular face, dress-style. I'd like something similar to the elegance of Cartier but without the elegant price. (no more than $1000) Aside from what I think looks nice, I don't know much about watches. It'll be great to get some suggestions from all of you who appreciates a fine watch... what would you recommend?

Currently, I have a Tag and a Tissot. Both are doing fine.
Btw, what do you think of Cartier? Is there an RFD that owns one?

Cartier is generally well regarded, but some people consider them to be more of a jeweller than a watchmaker. I think they deserve respect as a watch company as they have made some very significant watches in their history and are quite collectable.

As for what watches you can buy for $1000 that looks like a Cartier, that's a much harder question.....not in my area of experience. My wife prefers the Rolex style herself. Watch snobs can argue until the wee hours of the night which brands are better but usually you can't go wrong buying any brand name watch, it's about how it looks and feels to *you*. From a performance point of view there is not that much that separates one brand from another. I personally like watches from Omega, which offers a lot of bang for buck and has some innovative designs. There are some other brands selling expensive watches and the only thing I'd suggest is to not buy a brand that is more known for their handbags or clothing than their watches (e.g. Gucci, Louis Vitton)

[warpdrive]

The biggest discount I've ever seen on Omega watches was 20% off MSRP.


20-30% is more typical IME but I've never been able to get 35-40% in Canada. In the US, there is one dealer well known in the TZ Omega forum that gives great discounts, but of course, if you import the thing legally, you'll have to pay up to 30% duties/taxes + exchange range which negates some of the savings.

[leedan91]

Cartier is generally well regarded, but some people consider them to be more of a jeweller than a watchmaker. I think they deserve respect as a watch company as they have made some very significant watches in their history and are quite collectable.

As for what watches you can buy for $1000 that looks like a Cartier, that's a much harder question.....not in my area of experience. My wife prefers the Rolex style herself. Watch snobs can argue until the wee hours of the night which brands are better but usually you can't go wrong buying any brand name watch, it's about how it looks and feels to *you*. From a performance point of view there is not that much that separates one brand from another. I personally like watches from Omega, which offers a lot of bang for buck and has some innovative designs. There are some other brands selling expensive watches and the only thing I'd suggest is to not buy a brand that is more known for their handbags or clothing than their watches (e.g. Gucci, Louis Vitton)

This is great timing. I purposely searched RFD to find postings on Cartier. I know very little about watches. My wife knows more. We are thinking of getting a matching pair of Cartier Roadster watches to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary in about 1/2 a year from now. How much will this watch cost? Can anyone tell me where the best place in Toronto to buy a genuine Cartier watch is?

Also, any other comments about whether Cartier is good? I realize that buying a Cartier is more about prestige factor than buying a Timex. What kind of an image does Cartier say? Is it an old person watch or not? We are about 34-35 years of age.

[CHINAdeals]

i'm no watch fanatic..but i like the guess watch my gf gave me..its got a diamond on it..just a lil'bling' :X

[LeeBoA]

i've been a fossil enthusiest for a few years now
Same here, cant go wrong with fossil, although a bit pricy, it looks fancy and expensive and its also very durable.

[demha88]

oohh man, i saw this amazing breitling watch today. might go pick it up tomorrow :D :D :D

[Anessa]

This is great timing. I purposely searched RFD to find postings on Cartier. I know very little about watches. My wife knows more. We are thinking of getting a matching pair of Cartier Roadster watches to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary in about 1/2 a year from now. How much will this watch cost? Can anyone tell me where the best place in Toronto to buy a genuine Cartier watch is?

Also, any other comments about whether Cartier is good? I realize that buying a Cartier is more about prestige factor than buying a Timex. What kind of an image does Cartier say? Is it an old person watch or not? We are about 34-35 years of age.

The full sized men's Roadster tonneau is quite large and heavy especially if you have small wrists. They're a famous jeweller but they make quality products. The pair WILL NOT come cheap. You should probably go and browse either Birks, Royal Versailles or the Cartier boutique for the prices and styles. I think Cartier says sophisticated, successful and grown up. They don't make sporty diver chronographs or T-Touch like watches.

[JohnB]

I really like the Cartier Santos:

http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/3010/b99cartiersantos3dm2.jpg

Congratulations on your anniversary.

[vric]

The Santo is lovely. The Stainless/Gold combo is really nice looking watch. (but very expensive for a Quartz watch)

[jm20]

Heres my favourite watch.

http://mobile.tech.tom.com/img/assets/200509/050912084017img_1221_605.jpg

It even sync's time with home office.

[Renton]

A bit OT but can anyone tell me where I can see if my watch is genuine or not? It's a RADO Ceramica, it looks real but I'M not sure.

[vric]

A bit OT but can anyone tell me where I can see if my watch is genuine or not? It's a RADO Ceramica, it looks real but I'M not sure.Rado replica aren't very common and Real Ceramica replica are kinda expensive. So it's not a "risky" watch/model.

But if you want to be sure, you have to bring it to a watchsmith and open the case.

[Renton]

The reason I think is fake it's because on the back cover there's a spelling mistake, scratchproof is spelled scizatchproof. Otherwise it looks very good. How much would they charge me to look at it?

[vric]

I wouldn't worry too much. It's not a spelling mistake, more like another language. And it could be waterproof and not scratchproof (unless your crystal is in Sapphire.)

[KennyX]

Im starting to really like the Cartier watches myself, in particular the Tank line.
Only problem is that they'll go for well over $10k (which is well out of my price range), unless you want the quartz variety (but paying $1k for any quartz unless it has real jewels on it is just plain dumb IMO).

As for the other watches I've been eyeing:
IWC Inge
PAM196
Omega BroadArrow GMT

and someday (maybe many years down the road), -I'll own the AP ROO.

As for 'bang-for-your-buck' watches, Omega is definately king.

[vric]

Im starting to really like the Cartier watches myself, in particular the Tank line.
Only problem is that they'll go for well over $10k (which is well out of my price range), unless you want the quartz variety (but paying $1k for any quartz unless it has real jewels on it is just plain dumb IMO).

As for the other watches I've been eyeing:
IWC Inge
PAM196
Omega BroadArrow GMT

and someday (maybe many years down the road), -I'll own the AP ROO.

As for 'bang-for-your-buck' watches, Omega is definately king.

Panerai 196 is really a nice watch. Btw, Omega and "Bang for the buck" might change in near future. I have read that they are changing their marketing so their watch will not be sold in "big store" anymore. They will now aim the higher end, just like Rolex did few years ago. I guess it's the time to buy Omega watch before they go up in price.

[KennyX]

Panerai 196 is really a nice watch. Btw, Omega and "Bang for the buck" might change in near future. I have read that they are changing their marketing so their watch will not be sold in "big store" anymore. They will now aim the higher end, just like Rolex did few years ago. I guess it's the time to buy Omega watch before they go up in price.

The 196 is beautiful, but Im still a bit undecided. My love for Panerai stems from its minimilistic design/look/feel... Having the chrono kind of defeats this.

As for Omega, they better be careful with their marketing strategies.
Other than their Connies (Im not a big fan of these though) and their DeVille lines, -I just dont see them competing with the higher class watch companies (ie., IWC, Panerai, Rolex, etc... and certainly not even close to the level of JLC, Breguet, etc...)
And though they are certainly better than Kobold, -they better not make the mistake they did.

[vric]

I don't agree. Omega Seamaster Pro can battle with Rolex Sub and Speedmaster with Daytona. Those are the mainstream product. (with the Planet Ocean line too) They are near half the price for same quality. They can higher the price if they want to.

Have you seen the Planet Ocean Chrono ? Damn this watch is nice looking.

As for the Panerai, the 172 is awesome. Sadly WAY to expensive for me. 111H and 177H in titanium are nice.

[weedb0y]

I love my , definately not in the same league as other watches that I plan to get later on in the future! But none the less, pretty decent and has a diamond. lol


http://www.guesswatches.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/G95374G.jpg

[vric]

a Guess that look like a Modavo :lol: Good looking watch.

My first real watch was a Guess that I paid $120. It was a lot of money for a 14 years old boy. Sadly, it's not working anymore (the crown fall off after about 9 years of wearing)

[warpdrive]

I don't agree. Omega Seamaster Pro can battle with Rolex Sub and Speedmaster with Daytona. Those are the mainstream product. (with the Planet Ocean line too) They are near half the price for same quality. They can higher the price if they want to.

Have you seen the Planet Ocean Chrono ? Damn this watch is nice looking.

As for the Panerai, the 172 is awesome. Sadly WAY to expensive for me. 111H and 177H in titanium are nice.

I agree. I look at my Omega and Rolex and they are every bit comparable in every way. Now that they have their coaxial movement established, they are unique in their offerings as opposed to other ETA movement based makers.

The only thing Rolex beats out Omega is accuracy out of the box, it seems like Rolex takes extra care regulating their watches out of the factory IME whereas the Omegas I've had are all over the map (mostly too fast). The Rolexes that I've handled have been spot on in terms of regulation, literally perfect as one could expect. This is partly a testiment to Rolex movement itself, it's very stable in its timekeeping.

[weedb0y]

a Guess that look like a Modavo :lol: Good looking watch.

My first real watch was a Guess that I paid $120. It was a lot of money for a 14 years old boy. Sadly, it's not working anymore (the crown fall off after about 9 years of wearing)


You still got one year to claim the 10yr warranty!

[KennyX]

I agree. I look at my Omega and Rolex and they are every bit comparable in every way. Now that they have their coaxial movement established, they are unique in their offerings as opposed to other ETA movement based makers.

The only thing Rolex beats out Omega is accuracy out of the box, it seems like Rolex takes extra care regulating their watches out of the factory IME whereas the Omegas I've had are all over the map (mostly too fast). The Rolexes that I've handled have been spot on in terms of regulation, literally perfect as one could expect. This is partly a testiment to Rolex movement itself, it's very stable in its timekeeping.

Now I only started collecting only half a year ago, but from what I gather the price of these watches isnt really just about accuracy (though important).
Things such as movements developed in-house (are coaxial movements in the PO and the new SMPs developed solely by Omega?), history, quality, etc... all play a role.

I only have the 'Bond' SMP, and though I love it, there are small things that could be improved (ie., raised markers, omega symbol not painted on, etc...). This also applies to the GMT models.
And though I know the new Seamasters coming will improve on this, compared to my other watch, it just feels less impressive (dont want to use the word cheap, -but you can definatly notice a difference in quality and detailing).
Who knows though... maybe it's just that subconsciously I know that there's a large difference in price, and that's whats causing me to think this way.

[vric]

You still got one year to claim the 10yr warranty!
The 10 years only cover the movement, which is a plastic quartz that will never fail even if you pitch it on a brick wall. They could have done a lifetime warranty and they would never get any return anyway.


(ie., raised markers
Been made with the 007 special edition version.

[warpdrive]

Now I only started collecting only half a year ago, but from what I gather the price of these watches isnt really just about accuracy (though important).
Yes, some of the newer models of Omegas have higher quality details that justify their price. Rolex isn't perfect either, and for the longest time I hated the fact that surface of the dial was dished inwards on some of their sport models.

As for the accuracy issue, it's just nice to know that Rolex sweated the details, which makes you feel better about dropping those big $. As I have own a few too many watches and don't put them on a winder, I usually end up resetting the watch anyway. Rolex's movement is in-house and is highly proven and has an excellent design, which makes them still worth their premium for that fact for me. But otherwise, Rolex watches are overpriced if you compare their construction and design to most competitors in their price range.

[rc51]

Yes, some of the newer models of Omegas have higher quality details that justify their price. Rolex isn't perfect either, and for the longest time I hated the fact that surface of the dial was dished inwards on some of their sport models.

As for the accuracy issue, it's just nice to know that Rolex sweated the details, which makes you feel better about dropping those big $. As I have own a few too many watches and don't put them on a winder, I usually end up resetting the watch anyway. Rolex's movement is in-house and is highly proven and has an excellent design, which makes them still worth their premium for that fact for me. But otherwise, Rolex watches are overpriced if you compare their construction and design to most competitors in their price range.

Interesting..when I was shopping for my Maurice Lacroix, 2 different people had told me that Rolex wasn't doing their movement 'in-house' anymore..they had started out sourcing it.

Not sure how you can confirm this. Manufacturer's play so many different games now, you can never be sure.

[warpdrive]

Interesting..when I was shopping for my Maurice Lacroix, 2 different people had told me that Rolex wasn't doing their movement 'in-house' anymore..they had started out sourcing it.

Not sure how you can confirm this. Manufacturer's play so many different games now, you can never be sure.

Definitely not true that they are outsourcing manufacturing. They have a brand spankin new corporate building in Switzerland and have taking steps to ensure their manufacturing stays in-house and maintains top quality control. Reading that article in the Aug issue of Watchtime (tour of the Rolex building) will dispel any doubts as to Rolex's manufacturing prowess, their new facilities are very impressive.

here's an interesting thing I copied


Loco larry pointed out to me an interesting discussion on another watch forum (thanks). The post that started the thread was particularly interesting for Rolex nuts, it was made by a watchmaker who's apparently gone through the Rolex training program. I asked him if he minded me re-posting his thoughts here on TZ, he said it was fine. Here it is:

June 25 2006 at 6:20 PM
Petar Petrovic
Dear fellow fans of watchmaking....

I have been on this forum for a while now, maybe even 3 years, without ever participating in discussions... I felt that I had something to say now, I hope that it won't offend anyone.

Being a watchmaker myself, I highly admire the world of haute horlogerie. Actually I have lived for 4 years in the famous VALLEE DE JOUX, where I attended the Watchmaking School in Le Sentier. The region is the home of JLC, AP, DANIEL ROTH, GERALD GENTA, BLANCPAIN, BREGUET, FREDERIC PIGUET, ETA... Today, I must admit that I am extremely passionate about watches, sometimes I wonder how far will my watch illness go...

During my apprenticeship I have had the opportunity to work part-time for Frederic Piguet. It was an amazing experience for a watchmaking student, because many movements were assembled for different brands... It became very ususal to see the same caliber over and over again with different inscriptions: Blancpain, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet.... I was however very disappointed to see that mouvements made for some of the finest "manufacturers" had a simple flat balance spring (not a BREGUET coil one), and that sometimes the tolerances for regulating would go up to a difference of 25 seconds in different positions.

At the same time, it was very interesting that company would more be concerned by the finish on the screws than by the precision and reliability of the mouvement?

Last year, I finished my watchmaking school, after a very hard final exam, on which 30% of students fail almost every year. The time for me was to move on, leave the peaceful Vallee de Joux, and go to Geneva, to attend the COMPLETE ROLEX TRAINING with 11 other watchmakers from all around the world.

All my ideas, and definitions of the word MANUFACTURE has changed ever since. I have been impressed in various ways by JLC, and AP, but for the first time I have seen a company that englobes it all, because Rolex:

-MELTS ITS OWN GOLD!
-MAKES ITS OWN HAIRSPRINGS
-HAS THE MOST RELIABLE IN HOUSE CHRONOGRAPH MOUVEMENT IN THE WORLD (Revolutionary 4130)
-USED THE REGULATING BALANCE SCREWS ON MVTS FOR MORE THAN 40 years now... (everybody switches now to this system without the "raquette")
-USED THE BALANCE BRIDGE that everyone copies now, just look on the AP 2005 catalogue front cover)
-PRODUCES THE Cal 3135 for almost two decades now, and the competition is still behind.
-DOES NOT make limited series, or craziest complications to increase respect and popularity.
-250 Engineers and Doctors of Science work only in the RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT division!
-In 2005 only 248 watches (or something like that) came back with quality issues out of 800,000.

-And the most important fact is the humanitarian profile of the company itself, that through its non-profit structure truly shows an example of social responsibility on a world wide level.

I am a big fan of various brands myself... JLC, AP, Patek, Breguet.... Each one of them is different, and has its own appeal.... Watchmakers such as Mr Philippe Dufour make us all believe in a renaissance of the whole industry.

Hovewer, at the same time I do not understand why such a famous brand that has given so much to the modern watch, is not recognized on this exceptional forum. And we see several names on the actual purists list which are not as near manufacturers as those mentioned above....

Maybe it is because Rolex is often compared to Mercedes, you love it, or you hate it...Or is it because they do not change the designs every year, so apparently there is nothing to talk about?

Let's face it, most of the companies absolutely HATE ROLEX, and try to diminush its qualities... But, does it mean that true watchmaking fans should be blind folded too?

Kindest regards,

Petar Petrovic

I'm not trying to incite a battle here that we've all been through before, just re-posting what I thought was a fairly illuminating bit of reporting/opinionating by someone who appears to have actually been there and done that, so to speak.


Their Daytona watch used a Zenith movement before but now Rolex uses their own developed 4130 movement which is a very technically competent offering

[knoc10]

my current watch

Oris XXL Pointer Day

http://i12.tinypic.com/2n0jzas.jpg

[Steinbok]

bought this one for my dad as his birthday gift.


Oris TT2 Day Date

http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/3351/63575604161mbdt7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[rfdrfd]

What was the price on it ?

bought this one for my dad as his birthday gift.


Oris TT2 Day Date

http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/3351/63575604161mbdt7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[vilator]

I've always wanted this watch.

http://www.creativewatch.co.uk/digital-diesel-watch-dz7023-large.jpg

[Steinbok]

What was the price on it ?

hmm...dont remember the exact number, but around the $1000 mark on the plus side.

[hdom]

Sorry if this is off topic, but is there any concern I should have about buying an Omega from Costco, such as warranty issues ??

Back on topic, my dream watch now is the Rolex Explorer II (Black face), but realistically I am saving for a (bargain) Bond Seamaster. ;)

[vric]

Sorry if this is off topic, but is there any concern I should have about buying an Omega from Costco, such as warranty issues ??



Sure not. If you have a problem with your Omega watch in the first year (which would be VERY surprising) you can return it to Costco for an exchange or a refund. If you get it from an AD, you will have to give it to him, wait between 1 and 4 months to get it back..

[cheeba]

Mmmmm, love that XXL ^^^

I absolutely love my Oris TT1 Diver's. It's one hell'uva bargain if you're looking for a decent watch. I think it retails for about $2K CAD, but I found it for about $850 tax inc. by ordering it from the US.

It has excellent build-quality and is accurate to within +/-2 seconds per day. It compares favourably to several big-name $3-4K CAD watches that I've handled.

Everyone needs to stop buying into the ubiquitous marketing campaigns of Tag and Rolex and get just as good a watch for 1/2 the price. 1/3 if you find a great deal ;)

I highly recommend Oris to anyone looking to get into nicer watches but doesn't have the bank to do it :cheesygri

[cheeba]

Mmmmm, love that XXL in post #448^^^

I absolutely love my Oris TT1 Diver's. It's one hell'uva bargain if you're looking for a decent watch. I think it retails for about $2K CAD, but I found it for about $850 tax inc. by ordering it from the US.

It has excellent build-quality and is accurate to within +/-2 seconds per day. It compares favourably to several big-name $3-4K CAD watches that I've handled.

Everyone needs to stop buying into the ubiquitous marketing campaigns of Tag and Rolex and get just as good a watch for 1/2 the price. 1/3 if you find a great deal ;)

I highly recommend Oris to anyone looking to get into nicer watches but doesn't have the bank to do it :cheesygri

[Siefer999]

http://img244.imageshack.us/img244/9241/img0022gc0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

my fav watch is my guess steal waterpro. just cause its sexy

[pacman]

Here is my Oris...the model is "Chronoris" and it's got the cool, funky retro 70's look to it.

http://members.shaw.ca/mr_pacman/Oris_Watchadoo.jpg

[mystery]

I have a Movado Eliro which I bought when in St. Martin in year 2000. I saved over half of what it costs in Canada.

I just recently changed the battery--otherwise there were no problems. The scratch-proof mineral crystal really is scratch-proof.

http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/8996/pict1402tq1.jpg
http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/3096/5544280xe3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Rsquad911]

One day I want to add these to my collection....

AP

http://xs108.xs.to/xs108/06430/rbwp1.jpg

Or the Hublot Big Bang

http://xs108.xs.to/xs108/06430/BB.jpg

[KennyX]

One day I want to add these to my collection....
[/IMG]

Not a big fan of the Big Bang... But in total agreement with the ROO... Just not sure how you can justify spending that much cash on one watch if you make less than $100k a year. Oh well... one can dream right? :)

[Anessa]

http://www.perfecttime.ru/_pic/Rado/R25.472.71.2-150.0472.3.071.jpg
This pic doesn't do this beautiful watch justice but I've always wanted to add a Cerix to my watch ranks. Maybe for Christmas =)

[johnnie5]

I love diving watches...100m 200m...

This is the current watch i am wearing Black Seiko Automatic 100M

http://img81.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc1086tw7.jpg

My Favourite watch is IWC Porshce Design Ocean 2000 2000m deep water proof
Black metal bracelet, very smooth design and very comfortable on your hand.

http://www.iwcforum.com/Articles/2004/Ocean2000.jpg

http://www.rruegger.ch/images/dive_watch_library/ocean_2000.JPG

[rfdrfd]

I love diving watches...100m 200m...

This is the current watch i am wearing Black Seiko Automatic 100M

http://img81.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc1086tw7.jpg

My Favourite watch is IWC Porshce Design Ocean 2000 2000m deep water proof
Black metal bracelet, very smooth design and very comfortable on your hand.

http://www.iwcforum.com/Articles/2004/Ocean2000.jpg

http://www.rruegger.ch/images/dive_watch_library/ocean_2000.JPG



Very nice. I also like Porsche watches. My fav is an older one, but nonetheless nice:

http://www.1888store.com/Merchant2/graphics/watches/por/large/POR-POW030.jpg

[jonkaho]

Timex ironman!

[MrDisco]

anyone have some newbie watch websites they can recommend? i'm confused by the different types (automatic, kinetic, etc etc).

[KennyX]

anyone have some newbie watch websites they can recommend? i'm confused by the different types (automatic, kinetic, etc etc).

Try Timezone.com for info on watches.

But typically, there are only 2 types of watches: Mechanical (automatic and manual) and Quartz (ie., seiko kinetic).

[islandboy_007]

Anyone watch Miami Ink? Im trying to find out what watch Ami wears.

[MrDisco]

But typically, there are only 2 types of watches: Mechanical (automatic and manual) and Quartz (ie., seiko kinetic).

so i assume automatic is based on wrist movement to keep the time piece running, while manual is where you wind up the crown?

[KennyX]

so i assume automatic is based on wrist movement to keep the time piece running, while manual is where you wind up the crown?

correct.

[pacman]

Anyone watch Miami Ink? Im trying to find out what watch Ami wears.

I've seen him wear various watches on that show. I know he was wearing a Breitling Navitimer for a while.

[ShadowVlican]

Try Timezone.com for info on watches.

But typically, there are only 2 types of watches: Mechanical (automatic and manual) and Quartz (ie., seiko kinetic).
omg i didn't know that?!

i feel ripped off.... i thought i was paying for engineering.... :|

[canabiz]

Can anyone recommend a decent watch with leather strap for about $200 and less...nothing fancy really, i am looking to wear watches more often now...i've been relying on my cell fone for time

I prefer square face than round face...I already got 2 other watches (1 Tissot and 1 Seiko) but they both have metal straps...

Thanks

[cipher]

Try Timezone.com for info on watches.

But typically, there are only 2 types of watches: Mechanical (automatic and manual) and Quartz (ie., seiko kinetic).

Best of both worlds...http://www.seikospringdrive.com/flash.html

[KennyX]

Best of both worlds...http://www.seikospringdrive.com/flash.html

SpringDrives are 100% mechanical... they arent quartzes

[JaGWiRE]

I'm looking at getting this watch:
http://www.victorinoxswissarmy.com/index.cfm?site=victorinoxswissarmy.com&page=374&lang=E

Probably blue or black face w/ bracelet. I wish I could afford an Omega Speedmaster (my favorite watch), but I am young and can't justify spending so much on a watch.

Any comments on what I linked to? It's new, and I saw it in the jewelry store. The 40mm face is pretty good for me, and I love the features / design on it.

[cipher]

SpringDrives are 100% mechanical... they arent quartzes


Wrong...it's a combination of the two.


From Wiki...

The Spring Drive is a watch movement that was developed by Seiko Epson.

It uses a main spring like in a mechanical watch to store the watch energy. It does not have a conventional escapement to regulate the unwinding of a spring, but a device that Seiko calls a Tri-synchro Regulator. It regulates the three kinds of energy used in the Spring Drive mechanism, the mechanical power of the mainspring, the electrical energy, generated from this mechanical power, and the electromagnetic energy that governs the rotation of the glide wheel. The energy generated by electro-magnetically braking the glide wheel is used to power a control circuit and quartz crystal oscillator, which in turn regulates the electro-mechanical braking of the glide wheel. The glide wheel turns 8 times per second. These innovations result in a watch where the hands do not tick; rather, they glide. The manufacturer claims that the watch is accurate up to 1 second per day.

The design was first conceived in 1977, and patents were applied for in 1982. The movement first appeared in the Credor 'luxury watch' range as a limited edition in 1999 and was shown in Seiko models at the 2005 Basel Watch Fair. The Seiko models were officially launched at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris on the 14th September, and went on sale the following day.

Swatch's research company ASULAB has developed a similar (if not even identical) movement called the High Precision Mechanics calibre. [1] No watches using this calibre are for sale.

[CHINAdeals]

i'm feeling my black guess watch with silver band..

it has a diamond in it..

i am what they say 'bling bling'?

werd

[KennyX]

Wrong...it's a combination of the two.


From Wiki...

hmmm... interesting.

Only stated what I wrote cause I didnt see any mention on that on the Seiko website.
Probably the only? what that uses a quartz? that doesnt tick? (second hand)

[afong56]

i was sucked in by the novelty of the timex ironman watch that will ferrell wears in 'stranger than fiction', so after not wearing a watch for about 10 years, i am now 'shackled' again. . .

i like it almost as much as the much pricier movado that sits in a dresser drawer, unused.

[hyperion]

I just picked up this Poljot Aviator because I love it's unique look. It uses Russian 31 jewel movement, and is part of a limited series of 999 and numbered on the back.

http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/926/dsc01504lj6.jpg

[JaGWiRE]

Wow, I was at shoppers drug mart and they had some Timex. Not bad at all. I am still looking at that Swiss Army one (any comments?), but for timex having a reputation as a cheap ass watch, those looked pretty decent.

[MasZakrY]

Not a watch which suits everyones tastes, but one of my favourites for sure.
http://www.bellross.com/images/montres_et_bracelet/BR01-94-titane-scratch.jpg

[cell567]

What kind of watches should I be looking at in the 300 dollar range. The only preference I have is that it has a silver look. Any suggestions?

[MasZakrY]

Wow, I was at shoppers drug mart and they had some Timex. Not bad at all. I am still looking at that Swiss Army one (any comments?), but for timex having a reputation as a cheap ass watch, those looked pretty decent.

Do not buy a quartz watch, period.

[JaGWiRE]

Do not buy a quartz watch, period.

Why? Quartz are accurate, and less of a hassle then a lot of mechanical imo. I'm not saying you should buy a $5k quartz cause that would be moronic, but if your spending a few hundred, it's not like your going to get an amazing mechanical watch.

[cipher]

Do not buy a quartz watch, period.


Nothing wrong with a quartz watch...as long as you know what you're getting. I like the Citizen Eco-Drive and the Seiko Kinetic series.

[cipher]

Not a watch which suits everyones tastes, but one of my favourites for sure.
http://www.bellross.com/images/montres_et_bracelet/BR01-94-titane-scratch.jpg

I love Bell&Ross...almost as much as I love Fortis.

[cell567]

What do you guys think of "Markus Ruby Dakar" watches?

[hyperion]

What do you guys think of "Markus Ruby Dakar" watches?

Those are a ebay brand, made in China and with made-up MSRP prices of $3000. Google Markus Ruby.

[cell567]

^^^I figured, beacause I have never heard of that brand, but what do you reccommend in the 300 dollar range for an all silver look watch???

[rfdrfd]

My latest collection :) The limited edition:

http://www.tissot.ch/?mod_news/action_read/id_0013


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_294ae8df.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/294ae8df.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_294ae8df-1.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/294ae8df-1.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_0f0667f0.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/0f0667f0.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_f8cb5eb1-1.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/f8cb5eb1-1.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_f8cb5eb1.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/f8cb5eb1.jpg)

[rfdrfd]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_00e9e4cd.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/00e9e4cd.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_7b52e44c.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/7b52e44c.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_9a40b8d7.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/9a40b8d7.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_226ed36a.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/226ed36a.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/th_7527ad90-1.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/tissotgp/7527ad90-1.jpg)

[hyperion]

^^^I figured, beacause I have never heard of that brand, but what do you reccommend in the 300 dollar range for an all silver look watch???

Probably a Seiko or Citizen. There's a zillion models so I can't really recommend a model.

[lordofdoom]

I have silver and Stealth Oakley Judge watches.
They retail for $600 Cdn.
If anybody is interested they have never been worn. The Stealth is sized for small wrists the silver has not been sized. Both boxed and new. With papers.
Anybody want to buy?

[MasZakrY]

I have silver and Stealth Oakley Judge watches.
They retail for $600 Cdn.
If anybody is interested they have never been worn. The Stealth is sized for small wrists the silver has not been sized. Both boxed and new. With papers.
Anybody want to buy?

Since this isn't the B&S...

You are completely foolish (I'm being nice here) to have purchased not one but two fugly $600 QUARTZ watches from a company that knows nothing about making watches. Although we all know you didn't pay anywhere close to retail.

[bloodwulf]

bump

[GTI]

Just got a Seiko Black Monster for Christmas. I don't scuba dive though :cheesygri

http://img346.imageshack.us/img346/7284/img102313290023615f66dh2.th.jpg (http://img346.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img102313290023615f66dh2.jpg)

[metrojamie]

I have an omega seamaster automatic in black great timepiece I dont call it a watch a watch is a timex :) want either a audemars sport or a zenith timepiece

[hagbard]

My Timex finally died a couple months back after going strong for seven years without so much as a new battery. Went into the Bay the other day and picked up a great watch with hour, minute and seconds hands and real numbers all around. IOWs, it tells me exactly what I need to know from a watch. Cost me $20.

[cipher]

My Timex finally died a couple months back after going strong for seven years without so much as a new battery. Went into the Bay the other day and picked up a great watch with hour, minute and seconds hands and real numbers all around. IOWs, it tells me exactly what I need to know from a watch. Cost me $20.

Some people drive BMWs and others drive Chevy Cavaliers. They both get you from point A to point B. ;)

[warpdrive]

My Timex finally died a couple months back after going strong for seven years without so much as a new battery. Went into the Bay the other day and picked up a great watch with hour, minute and seconds hands and real numbers all around. IOWs, it tells me exactly what I need to know from a watch. Cost me $20.

An expensive watch is a luxury item, and by that definition, the justification of such a purchase goes beyond telling time. Style, quality of workmanship, design, "collectability", status are all reasons to spend more than $20.

For me, a luxury watch is part jewellery (bling), part good design, part gadget (when it tells more than time), part status symbol (although that aspect isn't important to me), and part appreciation of the fine art of watchmaking and its history, and part appreciation of the technical aspect (high tech materials, innovations).

[akt921]

An expensive watch is a luxury item, and by that definition, the justification of such a purchase goes beyond telling time. Style, quality of workmanship, design, "collectability", status are all reasons to spend more than $20.

For me, a luxury watch is part jewellery (bling), part good design, part gadget (when it tells more than time), part status symbol (although that aspect isn't important to me), and part appreciation of the fine art of watchmaking and its history, and part appreciation of the technical aspect (high tech materials, innovations).

Don't forget it's also a reward to myself for working hard too.:)
I currently own a few watches:
Omega Seamaster
Breitlings Super Ocean chronograph
Mont Blanc chronograph
Seiko Diver
Citizen Blue Angel
Swatch (my everyday watch)

[pm_john]

Can't go wrong with a Rolex (if you can afford one) :razz:

[akt921]

Beautiful watch!!!
I was about to get that watch (even though it's a bit over my current price range), but have you seen the upcoming Planet Ocean Chronos?

I think they'll be here around September

edit: Here are some pics I found:
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono_640.jpg
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono1a_640.jpg
http://home.xnet.com/~cmaddox/omega/watches/seamaster/PO_Chrono/pochrono2_640.jpg

My Dream Watch!!

[PokerJ]

I'm a fan of Movado, people always say their not worth the price, but I love the look of it.

[hagbard]

Yeah, an expensive watch with a bunch of dials that the owner has no idea how to use or even what they're for tells a lot about its owner. :lol:

[Nikita]

My parents were both jewellers, my dad a watchmaker by trade, so I've always had plenty of good watches (which is probably why I don't appreciate them as much as some others might). Right now I'm wearing a red Franchi Menotti men's watch (it was my dad's and it's tres cool).

[warpdrive]

Yeah, an expensive watch with a bunch of dials that the owner has no idea how to use or even what they're for tells a lot about its owner. :lol:

Huh, what are you talking about exactly?

The watch pictured above....it's a watch with a chronograph. Press to start/stop, press to reset. One dial for elapsed minutes, one dial for measured hours, one dial for seconds. How is that hard to understand?

You should definitely stick to your $20 watches

[Talamasca]

Yeah, an expensive watch with a bunch of dials that the owner has no idea how to use or even what they're for tells a lot about its owner. :lol:

They're secondary dials for minutes and seconds. Not exactly rocket science.

I'm a fan of Movado, people always say their not worth the price, but I love the look of it.

Who says that? I love Movados. The Museum Dial watches are so sleek-looking.

[rfdrfd]

Just got a Seiko Black Monster for Christmas. I don't scuba dive though :cheesygri

http://img346.imageshack.us/img346/7284/img102313290023615f66dh2.th.jpg (http://img346.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img102313290023615f66dh2.jpg)


NICE !!! I hear the MONSTERs are very highly chased after

[MrDisco]

how do you guys take care of the leather strap on these watches?

[Anessa]

Yeah, an expensive watch with a bunch of dials that the owner has no idea how to use or even what they're for tells a lot about its owner. :lol:

It's not superficial OR hard to understand...

[Capt.]

I hope to be able to buy something this for my girl in the future

http://i11.ebayimg.com/03/i/03/09/ce/e2_1_b.JPG

And for myself,

http://www.timeandgems.com/test/images/preowned/RXMGP474_fb.jpg

[somemale]

my mom got me this for my birthdays a few years back, thanks mom!

http://ww2.tagheuer.com/_images2005/watches/big/d328f3566db089c13a8d9937c47319f4/CL111A.BA0700.jpg

[poedua]

Huh, what are you talking about exactly?

The watch pictured above....it's a watch with a chronograph. Press to start/stop, press to reset. One dial for elapsed minutes, one dial for measured hours, one dial for seconds. How is that hard to understand?

You should definitely stick to your $20 watches

I suspect that's what " most people " with common sense would do just that - stick to $20 watches - mostly for it's functionality i.e you know........ to tell time ?

I don't think " most people " have any daily - or yearly for that matter - use for a chronograph.

As a " watch lover " myself ........must say, I " love" my cheapo Timex(es) .:lol:

[hagbard]

I suspect that's what " most people " with common sense would do just that - stick to $20 watches - mostly for it's functionality i.e you know........ to tell time ?

I don't think " most people " have any daily - or yearly for that matter - use for a chronograph.

As a " watch lover " myself ........must say, I " love" my cheapo Timex(es) .:lol:

Exactly. I wonder how often anyone here uses their extra functions? Though I was actually referring more to the extreme cases, like aviator watches. Most of us just use a watch to know the time, the extras are merely for show, and to me, make a strong negative impression (unless, you're an aviator :lol: )

[poedua]

Exactly. I wonder how often anyone here uses their extra functions? Though I was actually referring more to the extreme cases, like aviator watches. Most of us just use a watch to know the time, the extras are merely for show, and to me, make a strong negative impression (unless, you're an aviator :lol: )

Agree .....100%. :)

[hagbard]

Now, here's a nice watch:

http://bp3.blogger.com/_HZxjZs9ytRU/RfF5ogfa8NI/AAAAAAAABPk/9W__IZqIbZg/s400/wooden_s.jpg

http://bp1.blogger.com/_HZxjZs9ytRU/RfF5hAfa8MI/AAAAAAAABPc/l6XISSkD1vE/s400/wooden_2.jpg

http://watchismo.blogspot.com/2007/03/solid-wood-1900-pocket-watch-wood-gears.html

[The_One]

LOL at the 2 trolls.:lol:

[xenyz]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j74/raydin84/watches/DSC00359.jpg

What do you guys think? I'm gonna go for it...

[rfdrfd]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j74/raydin84/watches/DSC00359.jpg

What do you guys think? I'm gonna go for it...

Looks nice, if you like it go for it. I'm not familiar with this name, what attracted you to it?


If you like the diver's look, have you checked out Luminox ? Its the official supplier for Navy Seals and it has tritium gas inside each demarkation and lights up beautifully at night (no charging needed). I have 2 of them, the Navy seals original series and the F-16 (so awesome looking)

http://www.luminox.com/

[poedua]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j74/raydin84/watches/DSC00359.jpg

What do you guys think? I'm gonna go for it...

btw - how much does watch like that cost ?

[xenyz]

Looks nice, if you like it go for it. I'm not familiar with this name, what attracted you to it?


If you like the diver's look, have you checked out Luminox ? Its the official supplier for Navy Seals and it has tritium gas inside each demarkation and lights up beautifully at night (no charging needed). I have 2 of them, the Navy seals original series and the F-16 (so awesome looking)

http://www.luminox.com/

It's the Marathon GSAR, an automatic diver's watch that is used by Canadian and U.S. search and rescue teams. I've been eyeing military style watches for a while, but nothing really appealed to me until I came across this. It has the Tritium gas tubes in the hands and the hour markers and is probably the main reason why I wanted to get it.

I'll check out the Luminox site and see what they have in store.

btw - how much does watch like that cost ?

Going from past eBay auctions and sales on timezone.com and watchuseek.com it's about $400-500 used. Brand new it's USD $675 (ouch). I think the funny thing about it is that Marathon, based in Richmond Hill, ON, have the watches made in Switzerland, sell to the U.S. and Canadian Gov't, but you can't buy them around here. Go figure.

Here's another couple pictures:

http://home.comcast.net/~mstarmer/MarathonTSAR.JPG
Nylon Strap

http://www.broadarrow.net/gsar1.jpg
Rubber Strap

http://www.pmwf.com/ForumPictures/pic1187392.jpg
Bracelet

[TenzoR]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j74/raydin84/watches/DSC00359.jpg

What do you guys think? I'm gonna go for it...

I'd prefer a less busier face, and something more slimmer or sleek. That's just a chunk of watch.

[warpdrive]

I suspect that's what " most people " with common sense would do just that - stick to $20 watches - mostly for it's functionality i.e you know........ to tell time ?

I don't think " most people " have any daily - or yearly for that matter - use for a chronograph.

As a " watch lover " myself ........must say, I " love" my cheapo Timex(es) .:lol:

You again? Didn't we have this conversation previously in this same thread (or another one?)

Exactly. I wonder how often anyone here uses their extra functions? Though I was actually referring more to the extreme cases, like aviator watches. Most of us just use a watch to know the time, the extras are merely for show, and to me, make a strong negative impression (unless, you're an aviator :lol: )

Nobody is forcing you to buy one of these more expensive watches. You know it's a free world. Having extra functions is a personal choice. I have a chronograph and I use it occasionally. So it is purely for show then? Maybe, maybe not. So you are going to judge a person negatively just because they like their watch to have a few extra dials?

Again the point is: if you are happy with your $20 watch, then stick to it. I'm not here to convince you otherwise. Meanwhile, you're not going to change my mind about my next nice watch purchase. If you are going to question luxury watches you might as well question all luxury items of all kinds.

This thread is for people who love their watches, not people that love their $20 watches and want to troll people who spent more. If you are genuinely proud of your $20 watch, then by all means post it here.

[rhainman]

Here's my Seiko I bought a couple of months ago:
http://www.silversandz.com/images/products/seiko/SNA451.jpg

[poedua]

Going from past eBay auctions and sales on timezone.com and watchuseek.com it's about $400-500 used. Brand new it's USD $675 (ouch). I think the funny thing about it is that Marathon, based in Richmond Hill, ON, have the watches made in Switzerland, sell to the U.S. and Canadian Gov't, but you can't buy them around here. Go figure.

Nice watch !

Like the bracelet version......aren't they available from some of the army/navy surlpus shops ?

[poedua]

This thread is for people who love their watches, not people that love their $20 watches and want to troll people who spent more. If you are genuinely proud of your $20 watch, then by all means post it here.

Sounds fair enough.

So long as the thread actually " is for people who love their watches, not people that love their $20 watches " i.e and not just those that love " expensive " watches.

Being a Timex " watch lover " myself, if I can find a pic of some of my favorite Timex's I'll send them along.

[warpdrive]

Sounds fair enough.

So long as the thread actually " is for people who love their watches, not people that love their $20 watches " i.e and not just those that love " expensive " watches.

Being a Timex " watch lover " myself, if I can find a pic of some of my favorite Timex's I'll send them along.

Speaking of Timex, this is my most recent acquisition. I had been looking for a good trusty travel watch (wanted a good digital) with a slightly dressier look. You can turn off the "digits" and have a black dial for a more subdued look. I like it a lot....I bought a small compass that attaches to the band and it was the perfect watch for my last one month long trip. The only criticism is that you can't swap out the rubber band for a leather one (for comfort).

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/3409/t56381mo5.jpg

So I don't discriminate against inexpensive watches. It's as important to me as any of the other watches I own.

Also, speaking of Timex again, Timex has a new TX line. The styling is a bit busy but they look very nice. Several hundred bucks, but they have German movements, and fully mechanical automatic models. Pretty cool.
http://www.txwatches.com/

[Talamasca]

Since we're onto cheap watches, I really like my new Roots watch. I was looking for a travel watch that had an alarm clock as none of my more expensive watches have this feature. Cheap and stylish!

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/9123/watchck0.jpg

And here's the watch I usually wear:

http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/2333/watchuq6.jpg

[evanx]

My parents were both jewellers, my dad a watchmaker by trade, so I've always had plenty of good watches (which is probably why I don't appreciate them as much as some others might). Right now I'm wearing a red Franchi Menotti men's watch (it was my dad's and it's tres cool).

I like the Torrigiani line from Franchi Menotti.

http://www.franchimenotti.com/images/711c_18.jpg

[jonkaho]

anyone like the Timex Ironman watch?

[warpdrive]

anyone like the Timex Ironman watch?

Which one? There are LOTs of models. The one I posted above is an Ironman. It was about $62 at Costco

[The_One]

Anyone recommend a online watch store with a good reputation. I know of fargotime but their crappy site make me not want to buy from them.:razz: Thanks.

[rfdrfd]

Anyone recommend a online watch store with a good reputation. I know of fargotime but their crappy site make me not want to buy from them.:razz: Thanks.

Not that I'm recommending them, but my friend bought his watch from Fargo time and had no probs.

Isn't Fargo time in Toronto? You can go check them out in store.

[JohnB]

a good place is jomashop...they have a nice selection of GShocks for cheap...

[Faeton]

Just wondering, but does anybody know where I can find Oceanus watches in the GTA? I'm thinking of getting one, but I want to see how it looks on my wrist first before dropping the money for one.. They seem to only have US dealers.

FYI, Oceanus (www.oceanus-us.com/) is to Casio as Lexus is to Toyota. They have some sweet traditional style watches with trick tech features like Atomic clock sync and being solarpowered.

[ShadowVlican]

where can i find one of these?

http://img239.imageshack.us/img239/9246/1176248801101jo2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Milkweed]

Im wondering if anyone knows the technical differance between Traser and Luminox.

I know that Traser uses Tritium tubes as their Lum. Does Luminox use the same?

Are they just different brands under MB Microtec?

Im looking at purchasing either the Traser Automatic Pro Blue

http://www.traserh3watches.com/en/watches/detail.php?kat=5&watch=26

Or The Luminox F-117 Night Hawk

http://www.luminox.com/catalog/catalog6400.asp

Im leaning more towards the Traser...mainly because its an automatic.

[mxhp00]

phillips s+arck, my watch was so future-istic, but unfortunately it ran out of battery. I should get new batteries >:(

[M@rk]

I got this as a gift.... it's a shame because it's too big for my wrist, so I've never worn it. I wanted to sell it, but don't really know where.

http://watchbattery.co.uk/shop/WACS-MTG900DU2.jpg

It's like the most high-tech watch I've ever seen!

-It has a battery, but it charges via solar power during the day. Supposedly I never have to change the batteries... Haha it even has a battery power gauge.
-It automatically sets itself! It receives a signal from the atomic clock every night and calibrates for accuracy
-Can show the current time in major cities like HK and London
-Has 5 alarms with snooze
-Detects low-light and turns on backlight automatically when you position the watch towards your face
-Has time memo
-200m water resistance (is this suitable for diving?)
-Can survive a 10m fall due to shock absorbencies
-etc.

Man, it's such a shame I can't wear this :( I didn't know they made watches this high tech.

[Siefer999]

I got this as a gift.... it's a shame because it's too big for my wrist, so I've never worn it. I wanted to sell it, but don't really know where.

adjust the strap?

[M@rk]

adjust the strap?

The watch fits, it's just that I find it too big to look good on me. It's thick and big like all G-Shock watches... doesn't suit me at all. I'm more into the sleek and minimalistic watches.

[TenzoR]

Where is a good place to fix your watch?

my water seal broke and water got in my watch :(

I checked with the swatchgroup at 555 Richmond and it'll cost $200 to repair and retune it.

[sergiepopov]

I have 2 - dressy Seiko Sport and everyday Timex USB - with a ton of functions.
I am a big fan of electronic watches with abundant useless functions such as news feeds and sports schedules.

[WildPegasus]

I'd love to have this one:

http://redfingerprint.com/image/watches/ZE_00/Zenith03.0526.4000-21.M526_big.jpg

[warpdrive]

Thanks for proving inexpensive watches can be as absurd as expensive ones. :cheesygri
I'm not here to prove anything to you. I posted my watch because I like the looks and it has the features I like (and fully utilize).

[rfdrfd]

Im wondering if anyone knows the technical differance between Traser and Luminox.

I know that Traser uses Tritium tubes as their Lum. Does Luminox use the same?

Are they just different brands under MB Microtec?

Im looking at purchasing either the Traser Automatic Pro Blue

http://www.traserh3watches.com/en/watches/detail.php?kat=5&watch=26

Or The Luminox F-117 Night Hawk

http://www.luminox.com/catalog/catalog6400.asp

Im leaning more towards the Traser...mainly because its an automatic.


Sounds like they both use the same lighting technology. If you prefer automatic, then definitely go for Traser. If you like the brand of US Army, etc... then Luminox is the official supplier.

[Milkweed]

Sounds like they both use the same lighting technology. If you prefer automatic, then definitely go for Traser. If you like the brand of US Army, etc... then Luminox is the official supplier.

Hey,

I read your previous post regarding your purchase of 2 Luminox Watches. Which ones did you buy? Would you recommend them for daily active wear?
How much cheaper are they in HK?

Seller on EBay is listing the 6402 for $375 usd

Ive read that Luminox stopped using the Tritium tubes for 07...

On timezone both traser and luminox have top ratings

im looking to add a Military style watch to my collection

tissot seastar 1000
Rolex GMT Master II
Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean

[rfdrfd]

Hey,

I read your previous post regarding your purchase of 2 Luminox Watches. Which ones did you buy? Would you recommend them for daily active wear?
How much cheaper are they in HK?

Seller on EBay is listing the 6402 for $375 usd

Ive read that Luminox stopped using the Tritium tubes for 07...

On timezone both traser and luminox have top ratings

im looking to add a Military style watch to my collection

tissot seastar 1000
Rolex GMT Master II
Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean

I bought the Navy Seals Original, this one exactly:
http://www.kimberleyco.com/mmKIMBERLEYCO/Images/74646930011_t.jpg

And the F-16
http://www.ej-sunglasses.com/luminox/INV/f16fightingfalconchronographseries.html
http://www.ej-sunglasses.com/luminox/pix/f16fightingfalconchronographserieslarge.jpg


Yes, I would recommend either one for daily wear. I've swam with the Navy Seals one (obviously meant for the ocean), even to Korea's amazing warm/hot springs, and it was night time, and it was cool to see it glow underwater at night.

The F-16 is sooo damn sleek dare i say sexy. The anti-reflective saphire crystal is so clear. You hardly notice it is there. Very attractive watch.

Here are some real shots:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/th_2007F-16-013.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/2007F-16-013.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/th_F-163.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/F-163.jpg)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/th_F-164.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/F-164.jpg)

Prices in HK was:
Navy Seal - HK$1850 (divide by 7 = Cdn)
F-16 - HK$5850, but was on sale 35% off when I bought it

I also like the Seastar. But if you can afford the Omega Planet Ocean, hell, get that. Rolex ? Only if you are hoping to get into Rolex. I'm personally not that mature yet to go there. Wait till I"m 50 or something.

[monty613]

My daily watch - Gucci 8505

http://www.blitzwatches.co.uk/images/guc355.jpg

Dream - Patek Phillippe Chrono

http://www.jewelersontime.com/esales/ebay/5970R/2.jpg

[weedb0y]

Just picked up another one. Perry Ellis APE9531

Putting this to daily use as opposed to my Guess (movado look like with diamond).

Saving up for a Tag though or a seiko $500 range one..

http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/8654/imgp0192uk9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/1482/imgp0197te9.th.jpg (http://img266.imageshack.us/my.php?image=imgp0197te9.jpg)

[tataynik]

Yeah, an expensive watch with a bunch of dials that the owner has no idea how to use or even what they're for tells a lot about its owner. :lol:

First you dont like deodorant, then shampoos, then shaving cream, then you dont like expensive watches, now you dont like people who like expensive watches. Why even go to a thread that you have no interest in??? just to build up your post count, get a life!!:evil:

[Sheky]

where can i find one of these?

http://img239.imageshack.us/img239/9246/1176248801101jo2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

*sigh* It's a limited edition watch that came out after Final Fantasy TSW hit the big screen. You probably have to murder a couple people to find one.

I would gladly murder more than a couple to get one...

[trixstar]

*sigh* It's a limited edition watch that came out after Final Fantasy TSW hit the big screen. You probably have to murder a couple people to find one.

I would gladly murder more than a couple to get one...

omfg.. that watch looks awesome.. anyone know who can i murder to get one??

[trixstar]

found one on ebay..

http://cgi.ebay.ca/Final-Fantasy-The-Spirits-Within-Seiko-Wrist-Watch-NEW_W0QQitemZ300146128496QQihZ020QQcategoryZ62053Q QrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

its almost 4x more expensive then retail!! but retail is sold out.. =( .. is it worth it?

[FerrisB]

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot.

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/315SYFCDB0L._AA280_.jpghttp://img126.imageshack.us/img126/2898/mywatchdj3.jpg

[trixstar]

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot.

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/315SYFCDB0L._AA280_.jpg

it looks like a knockoff version of the final fantasy seiko watch :lol:

[FerrisB]

it looks like a knockoff version of the final fantasy seiko watch :lol:

It came out before that one, I've had it for almost 3 years. It's a phillipe starck fossil.

*edit* I'm wrong, the FF watch came out in 2001.

[trixstar]

It came out before that one, I've had it for almost 3 years. It's a phillipe starck fossil.

damn... so the seiko is a knockoff version of the phillipe starck fossil >:(

[MrDisco]

First you dont like deodorant, then shampoos, then shaving cream, then you dont like expensive watches, now you dont like people who like expensive watches. Why even go to a thread that you have no interest in??? just to build up your post count, get a life!!:evil:

lol +1. Realistically though just use the ignore feature :|

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot.


Is that still available for purchase?

edit: i'm not a big fan of the Rolex look, but a coworker sports one of these and I think it looks fantastic:
http://cantrell.typepad.com/photos/wr_rolex_gmt_master_ii/full_wrist_shot.html

[FerrisB]

Is that still available for purchase?

It was a limited run and I had trouble finding one myself. That was 3 years ago so unless it was reissued I doubt it.

[FerrisB]

where can i find one of these?

http://img239.imageshack.us/img239/9246/1176248801101jo2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

This particular watch was never available on the market. There was a limited edition final fantasy watch that came out but it looked nothing like this. I researched this because I wanted one too.

I looove unique watches. This is my favourite place to shop.

http://www.tokyoflash.com/en/watches/1/

[hagbard]

http://img239.imageshack.us/img239/9246/1176248801101jo2.jpg

Is that symbol on the upper right, next to the "5" a "change your underwear" reminder. :lol:

[dkim]

ALBA by seiko

[Kestral]

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot.

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/315SYFCDB0L._AA280_.jpghttp://img126.imageshack.us/img126/2898/mywatchdj3.jpg
That looks cool, what brand/model of watch is it?

[FerrisB]

Phillipe Starck by Fossil. Model: PH-2002

[Rehan]

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot. Try wearing a tungsten-carbide watch...even heavier. :|

[Shojin]

Anyone own any tourbillon movement watches?

I think this category of watches is one of the most beautifully engineered in the world.

http://culture.hautehorlogerie.org/IMG/jpg/large-7-42.jpg
http://www.luxurylaunches.com/entry_images/0407/27/megatourbi.jpg

[tataynik]

If you happen to have some loose change, check these out..........

http://www.swissluxury.com/piaget-watches-polo-tourbillon-relatif.htm

[MrDisco]

It was a limited run and I had trouble finding one myself. That was 3 years ago so unless it was reissued I doubt it.

Darn :| that is a snappy watch.

[konfusion666]

If you happen to have some loose change, check these out..........

http://www.swissluxury.com/piaget-watches-polo-tourbillon-relatif.htm

Wow, SAVE 25%!

Quick, someone post it in Hot Deals

:lol:

[hagbard]

If you happen to have some loose change, check these out..........

http://www.swissluxury.com/piaget-watches-polo-tourbillon-relatif.htm



So much for the rich being smarter than everyone else.

[Sheky]

This is my favourite that I usually wear. All stainless steel though so it weighs a lot.

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/315SYFCDB0L._AA280_.jpghttp://img126.imageshack.us/img126/2898/mywatchdj3.jpg

How much was it?

[FerrisB]

How much was it?

$140 + shipping or something. I think it cost me around $170 to the door.

[ktan09]

I want a good Men's watch in the $150 range, can you guys help me out?
Blue or White face prefered, metal wriststrap, no leather or plastic wristbands. Something along the Fossil/ESQ type designs.

I don't know much about watches, but I would like to pick one up for myself, brand and model would help with a link/picture would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

[tataynik]

I want a good Men's watch in the $150 range, can you guys help me out?
Blue or White face prefered, metal wriststrap, no leather or plastic wristbands. Something along the Fossil/ESQ type designs.

I don't know much about watches, but I would like to pick one up for myself, brand and model would help with a link/picture would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

you might like this one:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Seiko-Men-Watch-100M-Alarm-Chronograph-Monster-SNA377_W0QQitemZ150158352604QQihZ005QQcategoryZ313 87QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
but i would rather have this:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Seiko-Men-Automatic-Divers-200M-Watch-Monster-SKX781K1_W0QQitemZ150158034131QQihZ005QQcategoryZ3 1387QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Sheky]

I want a good Men's watch in the $150 range, can you guys help me out?
Blue or White face prefered, metal wriststrap, no leather or plastic wristbands. Something along the Fossil/ESQ type designs.

I don't know much about watches, but I would like to pick one up for myself, brand and model would help with a link/picture would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

I'm going to pick up this G-Shock soon. Nice combination of decent design, function, and cheap price. Seems to fit your criteria. There's multiple face colours too.


http://www.gshock.com/resource/images/product/lrg/G011D-2B_lrg.png

http://www.gshock.com/products/g-shock_ana-digi/

[sexpuppet6000]

when my dad was nineteen he bought an omega something and a rolex perpetual. eventually he had to pawn the omega, but even through his roughest times while immigrating to Canada he kept the rolex. When i was nineteen he gave it to me as a gift.

I chipped it and banged up the lens. We had to oiled/cleaned/and replaced the screen (300+ dollars). After that I never wore it again.

[JaGWiRE]

I'd definitley buy an Omega SPeedmaster and Seamaster if I had the money,
but for now I've got a citizen eco-drive air diver 200m titanium (not sold in North America.)
I bloody love this watch. Every watch I had before I didn't wear much, but this one I wear every day (although I don't sleep with it), the titanium is absolutely fabulous.
http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/WATCHSALES03/Citizen%20Eco-Drive%20Promaster%20Titanium%20Air%20Diver%20200m% 20PMX56-2811/CitizenEcoDriveAirDiversTi200mMineralCrystalBLACK. htm

http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/WATCHSALES03/Citizen%20Eco-Drive%20Promaster%20Titanium%20Air%20Diver%20200m% 20PMX56-2811/Front.jpg
http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/WATCHSALES03/Citizen%20Eco-Drive%20Promaster%20Titanium%20Air%20Diver%20200m% 20PMX56-2811/Wrist.jpg
Ktan, that's an idea for you too, although I think I paid a little bit more then $150 USD.

[JC69]

I've seen some great HK fakes recently...I have a Tag Link complete with rear engravings and a really neat catchless strap and all functioning buttons and I've seen a great Brightling one too.

[najibs]

Here's my next purchase. I'm leaning towards the white:

http://i23.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/88/3f/8964_3.JPG

http://crunchgear.com/wp-content/testphotos/txseries/IMG_6629.jpg

Here's a link to the whole Timex TX line...very nice indeed:

http://krisabel.ctv.ca/blog/_archives/2006/9/19/2341149.html

[MrDisco]

Here's my next purchase. I'm leaning towards the white:


hey that looks awesome! where can i buy that in toronto?

i'ld get the white myself.

[konfusion666]

hey that looks awesome! where can i buy that in toronto?

According to some comments posted in the CTV Blog that najibs linked, it is available at La Swiss, and a poster claimed he was able to "negotiate the TX 300 down to $200" which makes it cheaper than the Officer's 1884 Swiss Army watch I bought from La Swiss a few years ago, which was even after negotiating...

[MrDisco]

According to some comments posted in the CTV Blog that najibs linked, it is available at La Swiss, and a poster claimed he was able to "negotiate the TX 300 down to $200" which makes it cheaper than the Officer's 1884 Swiss Army watch I bought from La Swiss a few years ago, which was even after negotiating...

yeah just googled it. that blog is a year old, but it appears the following carries it:

Dynes Jewellers Ricmond Heights 10520 Yonge St. Richmond Hill 1-800-694-3244
King's Watch Co. Ltd. Markville Mall 5000 Hwy 7 E U# 408 Markham 905-943-9439
Charm Diamond Centre, Sarnia Lampton Mall 1300 London Rd. Sarnia 519-542-7154
Peace Bridge Duty Free Inc. 1 Peace Bridge Plaza Fort Erie 905-871-5400
Kavar Jewellers Penn Centre 221 Glendate Ave St. Catharines 905-704-0632
Jewellery International Upper Canada Mall 17600 Yonge St. Newmarket 905-898-5588
DC Taylor Jewellers 977 2nd Ave E. Owen Sound 519 376-3476
Ani Jewellers Masonville Place 1680 Richmond St. N London 519 660-4084
Charm Diamond Centre, Ottawa #430 Bayshore Mall 100 Bayshore Rd. Nepean 613-820-1058
Charm Diamond Centre, Kingston #438 Cataraqui Town Centre 945 Gardener Kingston 613-384-0014
Charm Diamond Centre, Windsor #440 Devonshire Mall 3100 Howard Ave. Windsor 519-250-5327
Gold Star Jewellers St. Clair Shore Shopping Centre 25 Amy Croft Dr. Unit # 14A Tecumseh 519-735-9002
La Swiss - Rialto Watch Jewellery Scarborough Town Centre 300 Borough Dr. Suite 279 Scarbourough 416-296-0293
La Swiss - A.P. Watch Service Square One Shopping Centre 100 City Centre Dr. Unit # 2-711 Mississauga 905-897-2869
La Swiss - STI Imports Fairview Mall 1800 Sheppard Ave. E Unit # 265 Willowdale 416-491-4042
Chrono's By La Swiss Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr. Unit # 234 Vaughan 905-761-5419
Emilian Jewellery (Diamond Art) 1070 Wilson Avenue Downsview 416-638-1888

so there's the 730 in:
black face - steel, leather, black plated steel bands
white face - steal, leather

i think the white face with leather looks sharp.

edit:
Movement: Philippines
Strap: China

booo!

[peppy5]

Here's my next purchase. I'm leaning towards the white:

http://i23.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/88/3f/8964_3.JPG

http://crunchgear.com/wp-content/testphotos/txseries/IMG_6629.jpg

Here's a link to the whole Timex TX line...very nice indeed:

http://krisabel.ctv.ca/blog/_archives/2006/9/19/2341149.html

nice watch, would like it in black with a steel band

[MrDisco]

*sigh*...why do trolls insist on polluting decent threads..

This is the watch I currently wear:
http://img527.imageshack.us/img527/7677/ny1284gf6.th.jpg (http://img527.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ny1284gf6.jpg)

[djmr2]

Here's my next purchase. I'm leaning towards the white:

http://i23.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/88/3f/8964_3.JPG


WOW, when did timex start making cool watches! i'd buy that for the right price.

[Havo]

I'm looking to purchase a new watch in the next little while. I'm looking for something that is automatic. At the moment I'm thinking between the Tag Heuer Aquaracer or Omega Seamaster. Any ones around $1500-2000? The cheaper the better. It would take a little while for me to save up for it. I heard that Birks has a payment option plan where you can make monthly payments for a year. Anyone know the details and what makes you qualified for this? What's a good place to get the watch from and which one should I choose? Thanks.

[weedb0y]

WOW, when did timex start making cool watches! i'd buy that for the right price.

They are behind lots of designer labels as well.

[najibs]

According to some comments posted in the CTV Blog that najibs linked, it is available at La Swiss, and a poster claimed he was able to "negotiate the TX 300 down to $200" which makes it cheaper than the Officer's 1884 Swiss Army watch I bought from La Swiss a few years ago, which was even after negotiating...

Yeah, that's the base TX series model. The one I posted was the Flyback 730, which retails for $550. I'm pretty sure if you go in person to LaSwiss you can talk them down at least 10-15%.

WOW, when did timex start making cool watches! i'd buy that for the right price.

That's the high end Timex, called the TX series. The moment I saw it I was amazed. They look even better in person. I'll be getting the white face on stainless bracelet model soon...

[najibs]

extreme close up

http://www.watchhouse.de/uhren/images/gross/1173552882_1.jpg

[KennyX]

I'm looking to purchase a new watch in the next little while. I'm looking for something that is automatic. At the moment I'm thinking between the Tag Heuer Aquaracer or Omega Seamaster. Any ones around $1500-2000? The cheaper the better. It would take a little while for me to save up for it. I heard that Birks has a payment option plan where you can make monthly payments for a year. Anyone know the details and what makes you qualified for this? What's a good place to get the watch from and which one should I choose? Thanks.

I'd go for the Omega any day of the week. Build quality (and name) just doesnt even compare.

I'd avoid Birks.... There are many AD's that will over 20-25%+ discounts on Omegas. Go to the Timezone.com forums and do a search in the Omega section (there will be plenty of people who can refer you to AD's in Canada that give good discounts).

And for that price range... definately Omega. Probably the best brand in that range ($1500-$3000). If you want to go up another $500-$1000, definately take a look at the Omega Planet Ocean.
Watch out though... these things can get addictive, -especially when you go to the $5K+ range (Panerai, IWC, JLC, Rolex, AP)

[MrDisco]

I'll be getting the white face on stainless bracelet model soon...

let us know where and how much. I want that watch as well (group buy!)

[PsioniC]

This is my current watch. Looks better in real life I think. Retails in Canada for like 190 + tax, but I got it from the states for 110 + shipping. Came out to like 130 Canadian.

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/417T603093L._SS500_.jpg

[MrDisco]

very classy. i can't tell time w/o the markings though lol

[hyperion]

I got this as a gift.... it's a shame because it's too big for my wrist, so I've never worn it. I wanted to sell it, but don't really know where.

http://watchbattery.co.uk/shop/WACS-MTG900DU2.jpg

It's like the most high-tech watch I've ever seen!

-It has a battery, but it charges via solar power during the day. Supposedly I never have to change the batteries... Haha it even has a battery power gauge.
-It automatically sets itself! It receives a signal from the atomic clock every night and calibrates for accuracy
-Can show the current time in major cities like HK and London
-Has 5 alarms with snooze
-Detects low-light and turns on backlight automatically when you position the watch towards your face
-Has time memo
-200m water resistance (is this suitable for diving?)
-Can survive a 10m fall due to shock absorbencies
-etc.

Man, it's such a shame I can't wear this :( I didn't know they made watches this high tech.

I have that watch too, except its the MI:III limited edition in black. Great great practical watch, and it never runs out of battery. I've dropped it on the ground and it has no scratches, and I've washed my hands with it on and no water got in.

[Spare-Flair]

I've seen watches like these at flea markets, street vendors, asian stores, etc. They look cool but the three small hands are dummies, only painted on!

What would be a real watch equivalent? Large face with lots of details (almost compass like) and preferably black with red/white accents and metal band?

http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/2860/56601rp1.jpg

Also, a lot of times, watches will have directions like NSEW on the outer band but no actual compass. How are you supposed to use that?

[tataynik]

I've seen watches like these at flea markets, street vendors, asian stores, etc. They look cool but the three small hands are dummies, only painted on!

What would be a real watch equivalent? Large face with lots of details (almost compass like) and preferably black with red/white accents and metal band?

http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/2860/56601rp1.jpg

Also, a lot of times, watches will have directions like NSEW on the outer band but no actual compass. How are you supposed to use that?

Buy a cheap watch, you get a cheap watch.

2 versions of sub dials are (1) a chronograph complication that is used as a stop watch or (2) day/date/month for each for the smaller dials.

I have a watch that uses the 3 sub dials as the #2 version and a fourth sub dial showing the phases of the moon. They are all working complications. :razz:

[rfdrfd]

The World's Best Watches 2007 - voted

http://www.fortis-watch.com/en/news/news_en.section/Artikel/Datendateien/FORTIS_GU07b_A4_150_RGB_EN.pdf

[nfnx]

just bought a movado watch at promenade mall they are clearing otu of them so 50 % off ...came to 750!! good deal!

[nfnx]

Anyone own any tourbillon movement watches?

I think this category of watches is one of the most beautifully engineered in the world.

http://culture.hautehorlogerie.org/IMG/jpg/large-7-42.jpg
http://www.luxurylaunches.com/entry_images/0407/27/megatourbi.jpg

nevermind, this watch owns mine

[MrDisco]

just bought a movado watch at promenade mall they are clearing otu of them so 50 % off ...came to 750!! good deal!

show us pics!

[Shojin]

What would be a real watch equivalent? Large face with lots of details (almost compass like) and preferably black with red/white accents and metal band?

http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/2860/56601rp1.jpg


The closest you'll get to this look on an authentic watch is Breitling. Check out their Navitimer line.

http://www.mens-watches-guide.com/images/breitling_navitimer_50th_anni.JPG

Breitling makes some of the coolest looking watches, with large faces and a ton of navigation/aviation features.

[JC69]

The closest you'll get to this look on an authentic watch is Breitling. Check out their Navitimer line.

http://www.mens-watches-guide.com/images/breitling_navitimer_50th_anni.JPG

Breitling makes some of the coolest looking watches, with large faces and a ton of navigation/aviation features.

I agree Breitlings look pretty nice but I'm not sure how many of us need to calculate the fuel remaining in a jet engine at 700 knots and 30,000 ft on a regular basis.

[MrDisco]

I'm not sure how many of us need to calculate the fuel remaining in a jet engine at 700 knots and 30,000 ft on a regular basis.

maybe slightly less than those of us who need a watch capable of diving down to 1000ft on a regular basis :P

[KennyX]

The World's Best Watches 2007 - voted

http://www.fortis-watch.com/en/news/news_en.section/Artikel/Datendateien/FORTIS_GU07b_A4_150_RGB_EN.pdf

Nice list... Nice to see Panerai make it a couple of times, -though I think the brand is becoming a bit too mainstream now.

And in the 25K Euro range, Im really surprised the AP ROO didnt make the list!

[rfdrfd]

maybe slightly less than those of us who need a watch capable of diving down to 1000ft on a regular basis :P

http://www.bluedial.com/BD_wr.htm

[rfdrfd]

just bought a movado watch at promenade mall they are clearing otu of them so 50 % off ...came to 750!! good deal!

Pics !! Congrats

[wasabi1]

I'm looking to buy this watch from this site, anybody know if this site is any good? The cheapest price I can find online. I went to the mall and it cost $1935
http://www.alanfurman.com/noframes/thwv211a.ba0787.htm

[hagbard]

Isn't my favorite, that would have been my Timex Indiglow I bought from Zellers seven years ago for $20. The battery wore out after six years so I dumped it (that is, I thru it in my drawer). Found this incredible watch at the Bay, also for $20. What's really kewl is it has Arabic numbers on it from 1 to 12. It has this long hand that moves that tells me the hour, a shorter one that tells me the minute, and a skinny sliver one that tells me the seconds. So, I look at it, and I instantly know the time. Its accurate to within a couple seconds a month (checked it). It also says it will work under water up to 30 meters...wow! And has this really kewl leather band. Here's the pic, hope you enjoy seeing it:

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/8191/dsc00262rr7.jpg

[MrDisco]

http://www.bluedial.com/BD_wr.htm

ok?

i just noticed my local Costco no longer has Omega watches in stock.

[dmxlite]

I got this as a gift.... it's a shame because it's too big for my wrist, so I've never worn it. I wanted to sell it, but don't really know where.


I love G-shocks... you got me tempted now. :razz:

[will1087]

just got a omega seamaster pro (2220.80) w/co-axial...

pretty nice watch

[groo]

I have a Rolex SS Submariner. I've always wanted one. Crossed the border into Michigan and picked one up for almost 2k less than it sells for here...

[rfdrfd]

just got a omega seamaster pro (2220.80) w/co-axial...

pretty nice watch

Congrats! Such a nice time piece. Pics pics !! How much was it? Must have been plenty with co-axial.

[konfusion666]

I have a Rolex SS Submariner. I've always wanted one. Crossed the border into Michigan and picked one up for almost 2k less than it sells for here...

interesting idea!

considering we are at virtual parity... anyone know if the prices in Buffalo and area are better than Toronto shops?

[groo]

interesting idea!

considering we are at virtual parity... anyone know if the prices in Buffalo and area are better than Toronto shops?

The US and Canadian pricing is not based on exchange. i.e. when I purchased, MSRP was ~$4000USD vs. ~$6000CDN. I believe the prices have gone up from there.

[ah_long]

.....It has this long hand that moves that tells me the hour, a shorter one that tells me the minute......
:?: :?:
Long hand for hour?
Short hand for minute?

[kleptodathief]

movado FTW! just i can't afford one :confused:

[will1087]

Congrats! Such a nice time piece. Pics pics !! How much was it? Must have been plenty with co-axial.

haha would love to post pics... but no macro function on my cell phone cam >:(.

got it for $2,400 CAD incl'd tax from an AD.

So not too bad all in all.

[rfdrfd]

haha would love to post pics... but no macro function on my cell phone cam >:(.

got it for $2,400 CAD incl'd tax from an AD.

So not too bad all in all.

That is freakin cheap ! Nice !

[will1087]

That is freakin cheap ! Nice !

bought from a family friend('s store) :D

[hagbard]

:?: :?:
Long hand for hour?
Short hand for minute?

Oh man, are u telling me its defective?

[tataynik]

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/9706/noriega19vj5.th.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/my.php?image=noriega19vj5.jpg)
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/1505/noriega16ab1.th.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/my.php?image=noriega16ab1.jpg)
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/4302/noriega15tv2.th.jpg (http://img205.imageshack.us/my.php?image=noriega15tv2.jpg)

:D

42 mm face, pineapple dial, swiss eta automatic, sapphire crystals front and exhibition back.

[MrDisco]

got it for $2,400 CAD incl'd tax from an AD.


wow where??

[MKIVee]

Would anyone be interested in purchasing my Omega Seamaster ref. 2252.50?

Pics of actual watch:

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f336/RedRide97/September037.jpg
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f336/RedRide97/September039.jpg

[rfdrfd]

Would anyone be interested in purchasing my Omega Seamaster ref. 2252.50?

Pics of actual watch:


Authentic ?

How much ?

[vijay101]

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/511NTyo3HDL._SS500_.jpg




my watch
nothing to fancy

[xeryusdvirus]

Movado SE (Black Face)

Esquire Tank (Silver Face)

Seiko Kinetic (Black Face)

I have a few others but these are my favs. Im looking to add to my collection so if there are any reasonable deals to be had..... Im always interested. Please only higher end type of watches.

[MKIVee]

Authentic ?

How much ?

Oh yes, completely authentic.

But in fact, in just sold for $1000

I do however, have a Tissot T-touch now for sale!

Heres a VIDEO link with plenty of info on what the Tissot T-TOUCH is all about! : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOzSbWWzjz4

Actual photo, but not the best shot. Sorry.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f336/RedRide97/f69d8e40.jpg

Comes with all shown here: (books, box, papers etc)

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f336/RedRide97/71213dde.jpg

Looking for 450

[rfdrfd]

Oh yes, completely authentic.

But in fact, in just sold for $1000

I do however, have a Tissot T-touch now for sale!

Heres a VIDEO link with plenty of info on what the Tissot T-TOUCH is all about! : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOzSbWWzjz4

Actual photo, but not the best shot. Sorry.


Looking for 450

Ah, too bad the Omega was sold already, well good for you !

T-Touch, awesome watch ! But not for me, because I already HAVE ONE ! :cheesygri When Tomb Raider 2 came out, I just had to buy it. I got the Titanium with rubber and Ti strap on my trip to Switzerland.

Good luck on ur sale.

[Bordello]

MKIVee stop hawking your stuff in this thread. Stick to the BST.

[MKIVee]

Yeah, sorry!!!

[mr_sandman]

my watch ... Diesel

http://content.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/product/MediumLarge/2/_5163662.jpg
Its kinda on the heavy side, at least for me, I'm not a big person nor do i have big wrists, so it very obvious when I wear it. I do hate that its always snipping at my arm hair ... despite all this, I do dig the watch because of the spiked bracelet :D

[M-e-X-x]

my only watch per se lol... i only wear this one:

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/5122/11070608149918370ff7.jpg

but i want this baby:

http://fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/9/MBW_100_slvr_icons_BBG_106158.jpg

[hightech]

This is what I am currently wearing:
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m260/amahomed/seiko.jpg

I am considering these watches:

http://www.omega.ch/index.php?id=275&details=1&ref=15113000&no_cache=1

http://www.omega.ch/index.php?id=280&details=1&ref=25178000&no_cache=1

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/aquaracer/man/automatic-watch/index.lbl?w=WAF2111.BA0806

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/aquaracer/man/quartz-watch/index.lbl?w=WAF1112.BA0801

[Papagorgio]

I just picked this watch up: (I love over sized watches, and the colors are nice :))

http://www.voguegioiello.net/cont/news/0705/3000/216img1std.jpg

[rfdrfd]

I am considering these watches:

http://www.omega.ch/index.php?id=275&details=1&ref=15113000&no_cache=1

http://www.omega.ch/index.php?id=280&details=1&ref=25178000&no_cache=1

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/aquaracer/man/automatic-watch/index.lbl?w=WAF2111.BA0806

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/aquaracer/man/quartz-watch/index.lbl?w=WAF1112.BA0801


If you got that much doh to spend, get the Omega for sure. Tag's are just hip due to their name and advertising. Get a Co-axial from Omega. I like the Seamaster (black).

IMO Tag's Aquaracers aren't real diver's watch, so many other brands have better divers. Eventhough we don't use it for diving, it would still look better than a diver's wannabe

Have you looked at Ball Watches? They have the technology: continuous glow for 25 yrs, anti-magnetic, accuracy (read their history), temperature tough, shock proof.

www.ballwatch.com

Personally, I like their Engineer hydrocarbon line:

http://www.righttime.com/rt/ball/engineer_hydrocarbon.htm

[ian1386]

Heres a VIDEO link with plenty of info on what the Tissot T-TOUCH is all about! : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOzSbWWzjz4


A watch designed for camping/hiking that doesn't have a backlight??? Deal killer...

[Usuyami]

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/511NTyo3HDL._SS500_.jpg




my watch
nothing to fancy

I really dig your watch. How much was it? It's totally my style, I want it!

[rfdrfd]

A watch designed for camping/hiking that doesn't have a backlight??? Deal killer...

:cheesygri Seriously who would wear a Tissot watch for roughing it? Its not really for that.

Get a Casio Pathfinder, a few hundred bucks cheaper and solar charged as well.

[heat]

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/tag-heuer-formula-1/men/quartz-chronograph/index.lbl?w=CAH1111.BA0850

thats what im wearing rite now, just got it 2 weeks ago!:D

[vijay101]

I really dig your watch. How much was it? It's totally my style, I want it!


495.00$

But i know the jeweler who sold it to me so i paid cost price :cheesygri

[Jaytee]

This is probably going to be my next watch. Classic.

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/jomashop_1977_72875042

[dakine31]

Wow, in my opinion 80-90% of these timepieces (I use this term very lightly) are just awful. I will post one of my watches in a sec. A watch should not just have functionality but it should look good as well. Maybe its just I like more classical watches or something but I really am not a fan of these. However before you guys rag on me I have a fair share of lower price ranged watches as well as moderately priced watches. Anyways yeah to each his own I guess.

[willzyx]

i have all of you fools beat.

casio data bank dbc-62!

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/2252/41625542ag5.jpg

BAAAM!

[Jaytee]

Nice, I was rocking that watch in grade 4.


i have all of you fools beat.

casio data bank dbc-62!

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/2252/41625542ag5.jpg

BAAAM!

[Eyies]

HAHA I had that watch in my elementary school days too. Maybe Grade 5 or 6, oh, and don't forget the IR Casio TV Controller watch!

[feelthedeal]

HAHA I had that watch in my elementary school days too. Maybe Grade 5 or 6, oh, and don't forget the IR Casio TV Controller watch!

the TV controller watch was great
a guy in my class had it and always used to randomly turn the TV on and off when we were watching videos......

[coltsmild]

Anyone know what watch this is?

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/4148/watchgw4.th.jpg (http://img156.imageshack.us/my.php?image=watchgw4.jpg)

[dandiggler]

I love the syle of breitlings and am looking for my first one now...

I cant wait.

[caitlink]

i love my cartier santos and tag kirium. investment pieces that I will wear for a long time.

[KennyX]

i love my cartier santos and tag kirium. investment pieces that I will wear for a long time.

Sorry to break it to you, but unless it's a Patek or a Lange, etc... or a LE of a 'major' watch company (AP, JLC, IWC, Panerai, etc...), watches are definately not investments.

That being said, I do like your Cartier though.

[Smashy]

I like this black Movado sport watch with denim band:

http://cdn.overstock.com/images/products/L1150381.jpg

[gizmo8]

Rolex Seadweller and DateJust....authentic of course..

[Siefer999]

got this as my xmas gift and love it. it is even sexier in person
http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/4250/img3962fl5.jpg
http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/3286/img3973fv5.jpg
http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/1103/img3956wh9.jpg

[iridescent]

cartier tank francaise - got it for graduating from medical school and it's capable of taking a beating!

[caitlink]

Sorry to break it to you, but unless it's a Patek or a Lange, etc... or a LE of a 'major' watch company (AP, JLC, IWC, Panerai, etc...), watches are definately not investments.

That being said, I do like your Cartier though.

When i say investment, it means i can pass it onto my sister later on. These classic styles will not go out of fashion and i will not have to buy a new watch every year.

[commie]

I just picked up this new Formula 1 Chrono watch with the orange face in the states.

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i295/commie1997/tag.jpg

[rfdrfd]

I just picked up this new Formula 1 Chrono watch with the orange face in the states.

Congrats, nice one!

You forgot the most important detail, how much??

[circky]

These are two watches that I got for christmas and my birthday.

The lizard strapped belt is a Movado "museum" watch which I wear when I'm more dressed up and the other one is a Nixon "player" watch I wear for everyday gear.

http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/6130/img0057hw6.jpg

[commie]

Congrats, nice one!

You forgot the most important detail, how much??

8 US bills....tax included from Tourneau in Michigan...
That also includes lifetime replacement of the battery.....and includes replacing the battery for my older Formula 1...

thought that was a decent price to pay....as Tag is increasing their MSRP prices pretty much 20% across their product line in February..

[najibs]

I just picked up this new Formula 1 Chrono watch with the orange face in the states.

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i295/commie1997/tag.jpg

THat's nice man. I saw one at Costco a few days before xmas for $550. When I went back the next day to buy it, it was gone >:(

I missed a good deal on that one...It was the one with the black dial.

[InsanoFLex]

I've always been a huge watch fan but always too young/poor to afford anything too nice
I've had a pulsar watch for a few years now but I think it's time (no pun intended) for an upgrade

I'm looking to spend about $400-$500, I was mostly looking for a nice dress watch, i really don't it do anything but tell me the time and look nice lol
I was looking at a few different Seiko models but haven't found one i absolutely must have lol
does anyone have any suggestions in that price range?

[commie]

THat's nice man. I saw one at Costco a few days before xmas for $550. When I went back the next day to buy it, it was gone >:(

I missed a good deal on that one...It was the one with the black dial.

That formula 1 watch at costco's is the older version than this one...You can see the difference by the chronograph dials...But for $550 its a great price for a chronograph watch..

[Taiphun]

I like my Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean.

[rob187jj]

breitling, hands down.

[rilles]

Casio GEIZ 1000

[heat]

THat's nice man. I saw one at Costco a few days before xmas for $550. When I went back the next day to buy it, it was gone >:(

I missed a good deal on that one...It was the one with the black dial.

i got the one with the white dial during xmas from costco

[HappyDude]

This particular watch was never available on the market. There was a limited edition final fantasy watch that came out but it looked nothing like this. I researched this because I wanted one too.

I looove unique watches. This is my favourite place to shop.

http://www.tokyoflash.com/en/watches/1/

There were 10 prototypes of the 2065 version. Unfortunately, it was deemed too expensive to manufacture, so they ditched the design. Here's the one I have:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/HappyDude1111/watch_01.jpg

Still ticking after 7 years of use, although it's prone to scratches and scuffs since it's so chunky. Starts many random conversations though.

[Lean-Back]

just picked up this watch
http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee122/CDNBALLER/DSC02308.jpg

[chicadam]

Just want some advice form some of the watch enthusiasts here. I am torn between these watches and can't really decide, maybe I can get some opinions here.

1. Great all around look. Not the most functional, a little on the thick side but really well built. Second in cost.
OMEGA SEAMASTER CHRONO 300M
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/Omega.jpg
2. Simple look, quite distinctive and has a strong story behind this one. Most expensive.
Classic Mark XVI
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/IWC.jpg
3. Elegant looking watch for all occasions, display back. Least expensive.
Classima Executives
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/BM.jpg

[calcuu]

I'm not the biggest fan of Leather so I would love to get the first one. Something about the face looks really attractive. The second one doesn't look too shabby though. I would have a hard choice too but look for durability and which one is more comfortable to you.

[rfdrfd]

Depends on what you want the watch for. Or what occasions are you wearing this? I believe IWC and Omega are higher in the scale of high end watches, so I would personally pick between the two.

The omega is more flashy, IWC would be more for evening, suit, tie wearing.

[hightech]

My favorite watch is what I own now:
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/hightechto/watch.jpg

[chicadam]

Depends on what you want the watch for. Or what occasions are you wearing this? I believe IWC and Omega are higher in the scale of high end watches, so I would personally pick between the two.

The omega is more flashy, IWC would be more for evening, suit, tie wearing.

This watch will definitely be an all purpose and all occasion watch.

[frogger]

My favorite watch is what I own now:
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/hightechto/watch.jpg

Hmmm looks suspiciously just like whats on my wrist right now :-)

[groo]

This watch will definitely be an all purpose and all occasion watch.

If you want it for all occasions, go with the Omega. It's VERY versatile and looks great with a suit.

[rfdrfd]

This watch will definitely be an all purpose and all occasion watch.

All occasion, then I'd vote for the Omega SM. Have you looked at the PO as well ? Lots of people love that as an all occasion time piece as well. Its color draws attention as well.

[flexwong]

currently have a seiko chronograph watch.

i want the tiger woods tag heuer watch, soooo sexy. or one of their formula1 watches.

[will1087]

This watch will definitely be an all purpose and all occasion watch.

Have you looked into rolexes?

To be honest, the omega chrono doesn't look like something that can be dressed up (as much as i like chrono's, i'm a big fan of simple).

I LOVE the IWC. At the same time, and if your budget allows, a Rolex Seadweller is really the best of both worlds (submariner if you want less bulk). A PO or Bond seamaster is also great (hey, if 007 can wear one so well, so can you).

[groo]

Have you looked into rolexes?

To be honest, the omega chrono doesn't look like something that can be dressed up (as much as i like chrono's, i'm a big fan of simple)..

I agree, I love the submariner, it wear mine with just about everything!

[chicadam]

Have you looked into rolexes?

To be honest, the omega chrono doesn't look like something that can be dressed up (as much as i like chrono's, i'm a big fan of simple).

I LOVE the IWC. At the same time, and if your budget allows, a Rolex Seadweller is really the best of both worlds (submariner if you want less bulk). A PO or Bond seamaster is also great (hey, if 007 can wear one so well, so can you).

I'm leaning towards the IWC at this point, there may be a waiting list but I think its worth the wait.

The PO and the Seamaster Chrono are about the same size... I'm not that big so in a t shirt with these watches on the wrist won't look really proportioned... :lol:

The Seadweller and Submariner are really nice but a lot more than I'm willing to spend at this point, as well, I always thought it was a brand my father liked.

No one likes watch 3? I think it looks amazing.

[KevC]

I wear my Seiko5 auto every day. I really love the look, it's cheap and has the "olde world charm" - the fact that it's auto. It's not terribly accurate though, but that imperfection makes it a little more "human".

http://chronograph.com/store/catalog/products/SNKD97J1.jpg

I think when I graduate, I'm gonna treat myself to an Automatic Chronograph... I'm eying this Mido All Dial

http://www.mido.ch/NR/rdonlyres/F20DE58D-2A9B-4F5F-BB2A-71CE22E47D7E/0/M8360_4_C8_1_detail.jpg

[Skully]

I have to admit that my guess watches that i have a pretty good and they have some kool styles, so i'll have to say guess watches.

[rfdrfd]

No one likes watch 3? I think it looks amazing.


I think then you should definitely get Watch 3. In the end, its all about YOU. Don't worry what everyone else says, because it is your watch. Wear it in good health. ;)

[lordzod]

Just want some advice form some of the watch enthusiasts here. I am torn between these watches and can't really decide, maybe I can get some opinions here.

1. Great all around look. Not the most functional, a little on the thick side but really well built. Second in cost.
OMEGA SEAMASTER CHRONO 300M
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/Omega.jpg
2. Simple look, quite distinctive and has a strong story behind this one. Most expensive.
Classic Mark XVI
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/IWC.jpg
3. Elegant looking watch for all occasions, display back. Least expensive.
Classima Executives
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/chicadam/BM.jpg




I'd pick them in the order of #2 - very nice and clean looking, though for me I prefer a metal bracelet, #1 - bezel stands out a bit too much for me, #3 - I dislike roman numerals. But this is all very subjective. My taste is likely very different than yours.


For myself I just picked this up

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g97/steveski/CJF2110_BA0576_2.jpg

[Atheral]

Anyone like Bulova watches? :)

http://cdn.overstock.com/images/products/3/P11126872.jpg

[will1087]

I'm leaning towards the IWC at this point, there may be a waiting list but I think its worth the wait.

The PO and the Seamaster Chrono are about the same size... I'm not that big so in a t shirt with these watches on the wrist won't look really proportioned... :lol:

The Seadweller and Submariner are really nice but a lot more than I'm willing to spend at this point, as well, I always thought it was a brand my father liked.

No one likes watch 3? I think it looks amazing.

I would pick up the IWC. I'm a big fan of the brand, they make some fantastic big watches too.

If you're able to stretch your budget, a Panerai might work well. Its a nice looking watch that you can dress up and down. I do think they are a little "played out". However, they are good, solid watches.

That said, if you can save up for a bit longer, consider getting a rolex Submariner or Sea-dweller (Sea-dweller is my choice). Its really a "staple" watch, if there were such a thing. Its classy and can be dressed up and down. On the plus side, its also extremely iconic. Thats not something that can be said about the IWC, Seamaster Chromo or the Baume. Its an extremely good daily beater too.

The Omega Seamaster is also an amazing choice. Its more Submariner than Sea-dweller (the PO is Sea-dwelleresque). Its got a more contemporary style and is extremely durable as well. Its definitely a great watch to wear on any occasion.

http://www.ora-idozona.hu/images/omega/omega-pierce-brosnan.jpg

No, it doesn't have lasers though.

[bmw_xperience]

Rolex Daytona.. the SS one

[jcoltage]

Dam I was a Breitling man myself but I love the 007 factor... may have to switch this summer.

[racetrack]

Movado is by far my favourite watch brand. Simple and elegant.

I personally own a green leather strapped Movado. I haven't been able to find another one anywhere. I've scoured the net to no avail.

This Movado is classic, elegant and timeless:

http://www.saltzmans-watches.com/images/products/movado/0605900_wht_large.jpg

[will1087]

Here's a good example of a panerai:

http://www.panerai.com/img/2/prodotti/1086972568961_ingrandito.jpg

You only get a few watches your entire life. If you can, save up for it... Its well worth it.

[Spare-Flair]

Anybody know what model this watch is? I can't figure it out. I haven't seen AP's with those locking clamps on the crown/buttons before.
http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/7168/apek2.jpg

[tataynik]

Anybody know what model this watch is? I can't figure it out. I haven't seen AP's with those locking clamps on the crown/buttons before.
http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/7168/apek2.jpg

That is the AP Royal Oak T3 Offshore Limited Edition with Titanium Case.

T3 as in "Terminator 3".

[superock]

Just picked this up today from La Swiss, for a good discount too. TX 730

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii106/thewisdom/IMG_8766-1.jpg

Nice and heavy, has quite the wow factor and its way beyond anything from the regular Timex line

http://krisabel.ctv.ca/Events/T3B921.jpg

[najibs]

This is the new and improved Breitling Aerospace Avantage. I love the bigger size compared to the previous model. It's now 42mm, and the shiny 3, 6, 9, 12 hour markers add a bit of bling, to this otherwise subtle timepiece.

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/a2.jpg

[najibs]

Just picked this up today from La Swiss, for a good discount too. TX 730

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii106/thewisdom/IMG_8766-1.jpg

Nice and heavy, has quite the wow factor and its way beyond anything from the regular Timex line

http://krisabel.ctv.ca/Events/T3B921.jpg

I have the same model, but on the leather band, stainless steel and white face. I'm thinking of ordering the bracelet for it.

[MasZakrY]

This is the new and improved Breitling Aerospace Avantage. I love the bigger size compared to the previous model. It's now 42mm, and the shiny 3, 6, 9, 12 hour markers add a bit of bling, to this otherwise subtle timepiece.

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/a2.jpg

A quartz Breitling? That is one fugly watch:!:

[najibs]

A quartz Breitling? That is one fugly watch:!:

To each his own. Yes, it's quartz...actually, a 'superquartz' movement, COSC certified ;)

The aerospace has been one of the most recognizable Breitlings since it came out in the mid-80's. It's a popular watch among celebs, and many pilots.

[jcoltage]

I got to agree that is one ugly Breitling - I like that Timex and am really willing to slap 500 on that .


Odd question is wearing a watch on the right hand mean you are gay -

[Andro]

I got to agree that is one ugly Breitling - I like that Timex and am really willing to slap 500 on that .


Odd question is wearing a watch on the right hand mean you are gay -

or left handed :idea:

[najibs]

While we're on Breitlings, the one I'm really diggin is the Avenger Skyland model...it's huge, and thick. I tried one on at La Swiss the other day. Massive watch. Maybe too big. Beautiful watch though.

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/IMG_1496.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/IMG_0377.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/standard.jpg

[superock]

While we're on Breitlings, the one I'm really diggin is the Avenger Skyland model...it's huge, and thick. I tried one on at La Swiss the other day. Massive watch. Maybe too big. Beautiful watch though.

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/IMG_1496.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/IMG_0377.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/standard.jpg

+1 on that, approx. price?

[najibs]

+1 on that, approx. price?

$3920 CDN. You could probably get 15-20% off at LaSwiss.

[WildPegasus]

I have one of these on the way:

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e353/wcbartlett/Ocean%207%20PVD%20GMT/DSC_0009.jpg

[azn_pnoy]

This is a Rolex Daytona or Yatchmaster (I think..) I don't own it, was just trying it out when I went to the Philippines for a vacation. They had great deals for 2nd hand watches.. This one cost $15K Cdn.

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/1897/watchfa0.th.jpg (http://img222.imageshack.us/my.php?image=watchfa0.jpg)

[weedb0y]

How much is that Timex?

[azn_pnoy]

How much is that Timex?

It's Authentic Rolex & like I said I just tried it on.. The store is inside SOFITEL Hotel in the Philippines (Montres et Bijoux). Reason I was able to try it on was because my wife's friends work there and we visited them.

[uvadtmfub]

I'm currently wearing one of these in grey, seriously, it's quite a conversation starter. :cheesygri
http://www.productdose.com/article.php?article_id=5495

[najibs]

This is a Rolex Daytona or Yatchmaster (I think..) I don't own it, was just trying it out when I went to the Philippines for a vacation. They had great deals for 2nd hand watches.. This one cost $15K Cdn.

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/1897/watchfa0.th.jpg (http://img222.imageshack.us/my.php?image=watchfa0.jpg)

It's an 18k Yacht-Master II

[tataynik]

It's an 18k Yacht-Master II

Yes, and I can buy a $300 fake and hardly anyone will be able to tell the difference. Same goes for any rolex, omega, breits, tags and so on.....
This is what I don't like about these watches, you might be wearing a real one but people always suspect ....hmmmm. :(

Believe me, I know the argument, as long as you know it's real......

I have a co-worker who owns 3 Omegas and he recently flashed a Rolex. I am a little suspicious of the Rolex.

[najibs]

Yes, and I can buy a $300 fake and hardly anyone will be able to tell the difference. Same goes for any rolex, omega, breits, tags and so on.....
This is what I don't like about these watches, you might be wearing a real one but people always suspect ....hmmmm. :(


:rolleyes:

[MasZakrY]

Yes, and I can buy a $300 fake and hardly anyone will be able to tell the difference. Same goes for any rolex, omega, breits, tags and so on.....
This is what I don't like about these watches, you might be wearing a real one but people always suspect ....hmmmm. :(


Wearing something that is not water resistant, 99% chance of no anti reflective coating, likely low quality Asian movement, visible flaws, bad fit and finish, no warranty, illegally made in some slum in China, etc... is not many people's cup of tea. Not to mention, buying 3 fakes at $300 vs one real watch at $900 doesn't make much sense. Just my 2c. :)

[tataynik]

Wearing something that is not water resistant, 99% chance of no anti reflective coating, likely low quality Asian movement, visible flaws, bad fit and finish, no warranty, illegally made in some slum in China, etc... is not many people's cup of tea. Not to mention, buying 3 fakes at $300 vs one real watch at $900 doesn't make much sense. Just my 2c. :)

I don't wear fakes either. I stay with middle of the road watches, not too expensive to make it lucrative to fake and not too cheap that it's more of a hassle to maintain. I like brands like Seiko, Bulova, Orient, Citizen, Invicta and Tissot. With these brands you can have a reliable watch with a decent Swiss ETA or Japanese Miyota automatic movement without paying too much. :razz:

[najibs]

I don't wear fakes either. I stay with middle of the road watches, not too expensive to make it lucrative to fake and not too cheap that it's more of a hassle to maintain. I like brands like Seiko, Bulova, Orient, Citizen, Invicta and Tissot. With these brands you can have a reliable watch with a decent Swiss ETA or Japanese Miyota automatic movement without paying too much. :razz:

Check out these watches I got from Alpha for under $200...Normally I don't buy replicas, but since these technically aren't fakes pretending to wear the Rolex logo or name, I thought they would be neat to add to my collection, and so I bought them, since I'd heard good things about them. I was surprised when I received them that the quality was amazing. As good as some $1000 watches beleive it or not. The movement for the Explorer is Automatic, and for the PN it's a manual wind mechanical. I've owned Invictas, and the quality of these is far superior to Invicta. The blue plastic on the photos are factory wrapping to prevent it from being scratched while in transit. The bracelets are still covered in clear shrinkwrap in most parts, so you can't really see the full bracelet quality in the photos.

Rolex Explorer lookalike:

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphaexp1.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphaexp5.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphaexp3.jpg

Rolex Paul Newman lookalike

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphapn5.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphapn3.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/alphapn4.jpg

[tataynik]

I think they call them "inspired by...." watches.
Alpha is a HK company. They use chinese movements for their watches. Does the $200 includes S&H, customs and taxes? Do they have solid end links? How's the weight? Looks like 42 or 43mm. I must admit, they do look nice. I like the PN.

[MasZakrY]

Check out these watches I got from Alpha for under $200...Normally I don't buy replicas, but since these technically aren't fakes pretending to wear the Rolex logo or name, I thought they would be neat to add to my collection, and so I bought them, since I'd heard good things about them. I was surprised when I received them that the quality was amazing. As good as some $1000 watches beleive it or not. The movement for the Explorer is Automatic, and for the PN it's a manual wind mechanical. I've owned Invictas, and the quality of these is far superior to Invicta. The blue plastic on the photos are factory wrapping to prevent it from being scratched while in transit. The bracelets are still covered in clear shrinkwrap in most parts, so you can't really see the full bracelet quality in the photos.


When you buy a "real" watch from a true Swiss/German/Russian/Italian "good brand" you are paying a large premium for the advertising, true. The next most expensive aspect is in the movement, which brings me to my point about "Alpha" watches. From what I've seen from their terrible website, http://www.alpha-watch.com, they do not use swiss movements. This is entirely due to the raw ETA movements costing triple or more of what Alpha actually sells their entire watches for (Alpha use Asian movements). Of course you are not going to get COSC certification for a $100 watch, but it is something to consider before exclaiming "omg these watches are the best deal ever" and buying a few.

Now I'm not saying these are absolutely terrible, but be prepared for potential bad timekeeping, broken (read: ceased) movements and of course, no warranty.

PS, for those who aren't big watch buffs, the number of jewels a watch possesses is no indication of its quality, whatsoever.

Have fun with time on your side :lol:

[kasm]

I have a Louis Bolle Negotiator watch. It's an Automatic Skeleton watch I picked up on e-bay for about $100.

Thier Website: http://www.louisbolle.com will state their MSRP's are in the $4000 range, but typically sell on e-bay for $200. They are worth $200 but not $4000:

http://www.msnauction.com/uploads/1135461005_1.jpg
http://www.msnauction.com/uploads/1135461005_2.jpg

[najibs]

From what I've seen from their terrible website, http://www.alpha-watch.com, they do not use swiss movements. This is entirely due to the raw ETA movements costing triple or more of what Alpha actually sells their entire watches for (Alpha use Asian movements). Of course you are not going to get COSC certification for a $100 watch, but it is something to consider before exclaiming "omg these watches are the best deal ever" and buying a few.


I dunno aout you, but at $100 per watch I would hardly expect a swiss movement, much less one that meets COSC specs....I mean come on! They ARE an amazing deal if you'd see them in person, and they are huge bang for the buck. They're accurate to within 9 seconds per day. Not bad for a chinese movement.

[R8247]

I dunno aout you, but at $100 per watch I would hardly expect a swiss movement, much less one that meets COSC specs....I mean come on! They ARE an amazing deal if you'd see them in person, and they are huge bang for the buck. They're accurate to within 9 seconds per day. Not bad for a chinese movement.

Hey,

Since you own a few of these. Can you go into more details about the feel, quality, and overall appearance in person?

For $70 a pop, my expectations aren't high. I don't really watches all too often, so these serve as a fashion accessory more than anything.

Some of the rolex and skeleton imitations do look pretty impressive though.

[reflex]

any opinions on this one?

http://www.discountwatchstore.com/image_manager/attributes/image/image_3/_8712295_full.gif

[JiNuWiNe]

Got it in HK, love it.

http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/46/45718/sna113p1.jpg

[weedb0y]

any opinions on this one?

http://www.discountwatchstore.com/image_manager/attributes/image/image_3/_8712295_full.gif

I like it. Stylish.

I am a big fan of Seiko watches.

[tataynik]

Got it in HK, love it.

http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/46/45718/sna113p1.jpg

That is nice!! What size is it? about a 42 mm I'm guessing and must be very light.

[malquin]

Hi

Anyone here knows about Oris watches? Anyone has one? I'm interested in comments on those watches.

I'm on the market for a good quality watch and noticed that Costco.ca started selling 3 models of this brand this week. The motor sport TT3 seems nice but I'd like to have comments before if I'm to spend 1000$ on a watch.

So, anyone here knows something first hand about this watch?

[JiNuWiNe]

That is nice!! What size is it? about a 42 mm I'm guessing and must be very light.

Oh dude! This watch is light as a feather! Not sure how size it is though. I also bought my dad a Seiko Premier and that watch weights like a tank compared to mine.

http://www.laatukellot.fi/images/large/st/seiko-premier-SNP004P1_LRG.jpg

But I love the Premier, especially with the leather strap.

http://www.jewellers.net/images/products/large/1578_l.jpg

[tataynik]

Oh dude! This watch is light as a feather! Not sure how size it is though. I also bought my dad a Seiko Premier and that watch weights like a tank compared to mine.

http://www.laatukellot.fi/images/large/st/seiko-premier-SNP004P1_LRG.jpg

But I love the Premier, especially with the leather strap.

http://www.jewellers.net/images/products/large/1578_l.jpg

WOW!! I love the black with leather straps. :cheesygri Can you give me an idea how much those go for in HK. I would really like to get one of those on my wrist.

[JiNuWiNe]

Yeah, I really love that watch but cost was a deciding factor. I don't remember exactly how much it cost but I think it was around 2-3gs HK.

[Talamasca]

I picked up this Storm Navigator in Amsterdam a couple years ago. It gets a lot of "whoa, where did you get that?" comments. :)

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/34/73932026_f46a63691f.jpg

[salabanzi]

I picked up this Storm Navigator in Amsterdam a couple years ago. It gets a lot of "whoa, where did you get that?" comments. :)

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/34/73932026_f46a63691f.jpg

hey, i looked at the STORM website and i browsed through some of these watches and i have to admit, i find them really nice looking. im no watch expert but are the are reputable brand in the watch industry? also do they function well and are there any stores in the GTA that sell these watches do i have to buy them from online?

[weedb0y]

http://www.bandmco.com/relojes/snd717p1-2.jpg
SND717 Seiko SS Chrograph

http://www.bandmco.com/relojes/snd717p1-3.jpg

[Talamasca]

hey, i looked at the STORM website and i browsed through some of these watches and i have to admit, i find them really nice looking. im no watch expert but are the are reputable brand in the watch industry? also do they function well and are there any stores in the GTA that sell these watches do i have to buy them from online?

I'm not much of an expert either but my watch is solidly made and has Japanese movement (the thermometer is useless though) and hasn't lost time in the two and a half years I've had it. I haven't changed the battery either. The company is British and has been around for about 20 years. Poking through their website, they seem a bit like the British version of Fossil but with bolder and more edgier styles. I have never seen one for sale in the GTA so wearing one here will make your wrist more distinctive. Shipping is pretty reasonable from their website -- only 6GBP.

[shoei]

http://http://www.jewelry-fashion.net/uimg/jacob.jpg

[nfnx]

im in the hunt for a new watch... i like the ones with the dials inside, what do you call those types?

[Prada.Robot]

im in the hunt for a new watch... i like the ones with the dials inside, what do you call those types?

if you're talking about the watches where you can see their moving parts, I think they're of the 'skeleton' variety..

[R8247]

im in the hunt for a new watch... i like the ones with the dials inside, what do you call those types?

Skeleton watches?

Like these?

http://www.alpha-watch.com/details.php?myid=386

[nfnx]

yah thats nice.. they have a classy look to them that im feeling

anyone have anything theyd recommend in the 1200 - 2000 dollar range?

[faken]

Here my watch I got from HK a long time ago.

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/5013/dsc03809mu0.jpg

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/227/dsc03810ms4.jpg

[trueno92]

anyone know where i can get a few nice leather/calfskin straps? 24mm something in vintage/tan?

i've been looking in a few shops in downtown toronto, but they don't have anything worth looking at....

[Spare-Flair]

Just picked this up today from La Swiss, for a good discount too. TX 730

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii106/thewisdom/IMG_8766-1.jpg

Nice and heavy, has quite the wow factor and its way beyond anything from the regular Timex line

http://krisabel.ctv.ca/Events/T3B921.jpg

That watch is beautiful, I'd love it but somehow Timex charging $600 for a Phillipines made movement and China made watch/bezel/bracelet irks me the wrong me.

===========

New watch from the mail...
http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/5637/omegawz1.jpg
Yes it's replica, I do have a real gold 1960s Omega in the safety deposit box. I could never have the heart (or wallet) to wear real ones daily, especially after I was mugged last year.

Previously my old watch, it's a little banged and scuffed up from lots of use
http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/7654/dieselzd8.jpg

[Spare-Flair]

-edit double post

[calcuu]

How much that replica cost you?

[Spare-Flair]

How much that replica cost you?

It's virtually identical, even the crown works by unscrewing counter-clockwise and then pulling out twice for date adjustment, thrice for time adjustment. It's mechanical automatic (not quartz, self-winds by kinetic action). Bezel rotates on unidirectional ratchet. All the machining is accurate and weighs the same as a real one I compared with. The bracelet even has serial numbers and the wetsuit extension latch is there. I wonder if the helium release crown actually works, it does open. Best part? $60 from a contact in Shanghai. It probably won't dive to 300m like the real one, but when am I ever going to do that? I dived 15 meters once and it freaked me out. I also don't have to worry about taking care of it, losing it, or it getting stolen (I was mugged last year).

http://img177.imageshack.us/img177/7776/28750879lo6.jpg
http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/418/84389768vf5.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/2316/72148803ht5.jpg

I know of replica watch websites that use the same wholesaler and they charge $200-$600 for the same replicas. Japanese movements, probably higher quality than any Alpha.

[sPiKyAZN]

hey, i looked at the STORM website and i browsed through some of these watches and i have to admit, i find them really nice looking. im no watch expert but are the are reputable brand in the watch industry? also do they function well and are there any stores in the GTA that sell these watches do i have to buy them from online?

I think I remember seeing storm watches at a watch store in first markham place...can't remember the name of the place but its probably the only watch place in the mall.

[OS44]

It's virtually identical, even the crown works by unscrewing counter-clockwise and then pulling out twice for date adjustment, thrice for time adjustment. It's mechanical automatic (not quartz, self-winds by kinetic action). Bezel rotates on unidirectional ratchet. All the machining is accurate and weighs the same as a real one I compared with. The bracelet even has serial numbers and the wetsuit extension latch is there. I wonder if the helium release crown actually works, it does open. Best part? $60 from a contact in Shanghai. It probably won't dive to 300m like the real one, but when am I ever going to do that? I dived 15 meters once and it freaked me out. I also don't have to worry about taking care of it, losing it, or it getting stolen (I was mugged last year).

http://img177.imageshack.us/img177/7776/28750879lo6.jpg
http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/418/84389768vf5.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/2316/72148803ht5.jpg

I know of replica watch websites that use the same wholesaler and they charge $200-$600 for the same replicas. Japanese movements, probably higher quality than any Alpha.

nice watch. do you think if you show it to someone who knows a lot about watches will they be able to tell the difference?

and where were you mugged if you don't mind me asking?

[Spare-Flair]

nice watch. do you think if you show it to someone who knows a lot about watches will they be able to tell the difference?

and where were you mugged if you don't mind me asking?

Yes, while the bracelet is machined the same, the pins in the bracelet aren't straight pins in holders like on an Omega watch, these are actually pins with tiny machined threads so you can unscrew them which is a superior design actually. Real Omega bracelets are a real pain to take out links.

Also, I'm going to complain to the wholesaler because it's not the one that I was supposed to get, the one I was supposed to get has chronograph subdials which is the one I originally ordered. The one I received is totally wrong for those in know. I'm quite unhappy with that aspect but it's a good working watch...

I was mugged while travelling in Europe so it's not really a problem in Canada so far. :cheesygri

[calcuu]

The price for the replica and the quality is outstanding. Even though I'm not a big fan of replicas, yours certainly looks nice :D

[bigwilly03]

On passing the Omega replica looks pretty good, then on closer look there are some problems. That dial arrangement is for blue face / dial, the black face and dial have different configuration also different text font. Also doesn't look like the information on the back clasp is engraved as it is on a real one. The printing on the inside link where it says stainless steel is missing the words swiss made. There are other numbers, symbols, arrows etc missing from the inside of the watch band. But I guess if you like it...

Here is a pic of my Seamaster

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2407/2367292529_9498caa4c0.jpg

[hagbard]

On passing the Omega replica looks pretty good, then on closer look there are some problems. That dial arrangement is for blue face / dial, the black face and dial have different configuration also different text font. Also doesn't look like the information on the back clasp is engraved as it is on a real one. The printing on the inside link where it says stainless steel is missing the words swiss made. There are other numbers, symbols, arrows etc missing from the inside of the watch band. But I guess if you like it...

Here is a pic of my Seamaster

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2407/2367292529_9498caa4c0.jpg

I'd buy that one if they added numbers to it and sold it for $20.

[groo]

I'd buy that one if they added numbers to it and sold it for $20.

Troll much?

[dOuble O]

^^ The replica looks good from afar...although I don't condone replicas but people have their own reasons for getting one (i.e. too afraid to get mugged for a real one)

The font's are off but most noticeable are the 12 hour, 24 hour dial and the day. I believe a real Omega Seamaster Chrono has a 12 in place of the 24 and a 60 in place of the day and a 30 in place of the 12 dial of the replica.

They're noticeable if you're into watches but a regular joe won't know.

As for the guy who posted his replica Omega, good for you...buying something that's looks reasonable unlike those dudes who wears Bentley Breitlings, Panerais or Daytona Rolex replicas... :confused:

[groo]

(I was mugged last year).

I would think that getting mugged again would be a bigger issue than them mugging you and taking your watch.

Wearing a fake will still get you mugged... The mugger will just be pissed when they find out that they got something that's not very valuable...

[superock]

I'd buy that one if they added numbers to it and sold it for $20.

seriously, a lot of members on this board need to know when to stfu, if you don't know or just don't appreciate the things that are being discussed in threads, just keep your mouth shut, your useless opinions are pointless and don't contribute anything constructive to the thread

[najibs]

seriously, a lot of members on this board need to know when to stfu, if you don't know or just don't appreciate the things that are being discussed in threads, just keep your mouth shut, your useless opinions are pointless and don't contribute anything constructive to the thread

Agreed. Saying a Bond Seamaster is worth $20, you have no idea what the heck you're talking about. These are finely crafted timepieces that a lot of work goes into, hence their price tags in the thousands of dollars. If you ever owned a real timepiece like a Rolex, Omega, breitling, IWC, Patek, etc...maybe you'd learn to appreciate them and not make useless statements.

[jcoltage]

To make a high end watch the person has to go to school for 14 months straight and it is tougher than university cause you are dealing with dials the sizes of pin heads... I think the 007 watch is worth every penny ... + mabye more if they add that laser

oh anyone looking to get their girl friend a Movado watch as a gift ...

Movado Midsize Semi Moon Watch #0605010
Today's Price: $775.00
Save: $520.00 (40.15 %)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P59V5K/?tag2=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals

Movado Women's Collection Watch #0691035
Today's Price: $2,549.00
Save: $1,456.00 (36.35 %)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P568RE/?tag2=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals

Movado Women's Sika 14K Solid Gold Diamond Watch #695235
Today's Price: $2,499.00
Save: $1,177.00 (32.01 %)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000K8IA7W/?tag2=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals

Movado Women's Bareleto 18K Solid Gold Diamond Watch #605575
Today's Price: $4,999.00
Save: $2,197.00 (30.53 %)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000K8I9LO/?tag2=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals

Movado Women's Finezza 14K Solid Gold Watch #605029
Today's Price: $1,299.00
Save: $457.00 (26.02 %)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000K8GSR6/?tag2=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals

[skanji]

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/2008/04/ur202.jpg

[superock]

So I liked the TX730 so much that I decided to also get the TX300, its a nice daily watch for the summer, looks good with a solid colored polo shirt

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii106/thewisdom/IMG_9175.jpg

However, I really really want the Co-Axial version of the Bond Seamaster but I'm still a University student so my part time job doesn't allow for a purchase that large >:(

But I might get it as a graduation present :cheesygri

[superock]

that is a sick watch! how much did you get it for? also what leather is the band?

Paid $320 in total, and as for the band, I have no idea what kinda leather the band was though, didn't care enough to ask LOL

[najibs]

So I liked the TX730 so much that I decided to also get the TX300, its a nice daily watch for the summer, looks good with a solid colored polo shirt

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii106/thewisdom/IMG_9175.jpg

However, I really really want the Co-Axial version of the Bond Seamaster but I'm still a University student so my part time job doesn't allow for a purchase that large >:(

But I might get it as a graduation present :cheesygri

Nice. I've got a TX730 with white dial on a black leather band. I just ordered the bracelet for it last week, since I miss the feel of a heavy watch when I wear that one.

[canabiz]

Looking for a regular square face watch with brown leather strap

Not looking to spend more than $150, anyone can recommend places to go shopping ?

I've been to theBay/Zellers/Wal-Mart/Eddie Bauer/Roots

Doesn't need to have a lot of fancy options, clean interface is fine with me.

[AudiDude]

Agreed. Saying a Bond Seamaster is worth $20, you have no idea what the heck you're talking about. These are finely crafted timepieces that a lot of work goes into, hence their price tags in the thousands of dollars. If you ever owned a real timepiece like a Rolex, Omega, breitling, IWC, Patek, etc...maybe you'd learn to appreciate them and not make useless statements.

+1

I love the way my Seamaster is built and the way the chonometer hand moves over the quartz. I also picked up a TX as a bang around watch.

http://www.rolexreferencepage.com/bluesmpreview/bluesmpside.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/giorgiojob/eBay/Uhren_Deutschland/Elemente/Timex-TX-730-T3B921.jpg

[boyin]

my favorite

https://www.iwc.com/collection/_img/5_0_aquatimer/3719_028_l.jpg

[lordzod]

Just got my wife this for completing her MBA


http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g97/steveski/bp_2102-1127-71_00.jpg

[tataynik]

+1 for the Blancpain, what did you get for yourself?

Just picked up one for daily wear :cheesygri

http://img106.imageshack.us/img106/7995/51ncu0uqpdlss400wx6.th.jpg (http://img106.imageshack.us/my.php?image=51ncu0uqpdlss400wx6.jpg)

[najibs]

Just got my wife this for completing her MBA


http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g97/steveski/bp_2102-1127-71_00.jpg

Holy moly...if your wife wears a Blancpain, what are you wearing on your wrist? :cheesygri

[rogerrabbit168]

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/2008/04/ur202.jpg

that's one good looking watch! What is it and how much do they go for?

[gizmo8]

Rolex Seadweller
Rolex Explorer I
Omega moon watch

of course authentic.

[boyin]

that's one good looking watch! What is it and how much do they go for?

here you go

http://www.urwerk.com/

they are $100k+

[originalnutta]

Sorry to ask this noobish question, but i saw a watch awhile back, and forgot the maker.

I just know it's a two name brand.

I keep thinking Bang and Olufsen. :lol:

Any idea on the watch maker names?

[sPiKyAZN]

Sorry to ask this noobish question, but i saw a watch awhile back, and forgot the maker.

I just know it's a two name brand.

I keep thinking Bang and Olufsen. :lol:

Any idea on the watch maker names?

There's so many...Tag Heuer?

[originalnutta]

There's so many...Tag Heuer?

No, it has a "And" in between the name.
Argh, i had the site bookmarked, and had to format my PC.

Swiss makers IIRC.

[Broli's Mom]

Baume & Mercier (http://www.baume-and-mercier.com/home/home.aspx?ln=en)?

[lordzod]

Holy moly...if your wife wears a Blancpain, what are you wearing on your wrist? :cheesygri



A nice 'simple' Tag. I wanted a chrongraph but without any markings on the bezel(and without really braking the bank, this is rfd afterall :cheesygri ) . It was tough to find. The newer models of it have the markings so I'm glad I got it when I did.

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g97/steveski/CJF2110_BA0576_2.jpg




One day I'd love to get this one,

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g97/steveski/p_86020_en.jpg

[rogerrabbit168]

here you go

http://www.urwerk.com/

they are $100k+

thanks for the info, after going to the website and seeing that construction clip, i like it even more, now just have to start saving that $100k+, haha

[tataynik]

thanks for the info, after going to the website and seeing that construction clip, i like it even more, now just have to start saving that $100k+, haha

If that is your style, you might like one of these.

http://www.worldofwatches.com/Tokyo-Flash-Watches.asp?bo_brand_id=2332

[originalnutta]

Baume & Mercier (http://www.baume-and-mercier.com/home/home.aspx?ln=en)?

thanks but no. :(

[AudiDude]

If that is your style, you might like one of these.

http://www.worldofwatches.com/Tokyo-Flash-Watches.asp?bo_brand_id=2332

I'm going to have to vote "NO" on that suggestion. What you saw was a timepiece referred to as a complication. Different from a watch in that it is way more complex.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complication_(horology)

I see where you are comparing the style of the watch, but that isn't where the value to the purchaser lies. Most timpiece manufacturers have a few complications to accompany their regular lines.

[tataynik]

I'm going to have to vote "NO" on that suggestion. What you saw was a timepiece referred to as a complication. Different from a watch in that it is way more complex.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complication_(horology)

I see where you are comparing the style of the watch, but that isn't where the value to the purchaser lies. Most timpiece manufacturers have a few complications to accompany their regular lines.

$100,000 vs. $100 ;) yah, I was comparing apples to apples!!

[groo]

No, it has a "And" in between the name.
Argh, i had the site bookmarked, and had to format my PC.

Swiss makers IIRC.

Bell and Ross?

http://www.bellross.com

[originalnutta]

Bell and Ross?

http://www.bellross.com

no :(

[originalnutta]

All i remember was a small site from a guy in England who sold old watches.

The particular watch had a rectangular face and a crazy font. Black leather strap iirc.

yeah i know its very vague.

Not a fancy site, just basic to sell old used watches.

[originalnutta]

Hahaha fkn sweet.


I searched through my google queries on my laptop.


http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/B43_a_OW_Tonneau_1.JPG


I like the style, looks like it came out of Alice in Wonderland.

[cadave]

Sorry to ask this noobish question, but i saw a watch awhile back, and forgot the maker.

I just know it's a two name brand.

I keep thinking Bang and Olufsen. :lol:

Any idea on the watch maker names?

Vacheron & Constantin?

http://www.vacheron-constantin.com/

[WildPegasus]

Hahaha fkn sweet.


I searched through my google queries on my laptop.


http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/B43_a_OW_Tonneau_1.JPG


I like the style, looks like it came out of Alice in Wonderland.

That's an Ollech & Wajs.

[tataynik]

Hahaha fkn sweet.


I searched through my google queries on my laptop.


I like the style, looks like it came out of Alice in Wonderland.

Ritmo Mundo's "Gran Data Auto" is somewhat similar to this O & W.

http://www.ritmomundo.com/collection.html

[boyin]

also check this one out
http://www.franckmullerusa.com/
http://image.vialuxe.com/SpecImages/fm_cint_8880CH-CODRACBL.jpg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbouHnZ6VjQ

Hahaha fkn sweet.
I searched through my google queries on my laptop.
I like the style, looks like it came out of Alice in Wonderland.

[originalnutta]

Vacheron & Constantin?

http://www.vacheron-constantin.com/

Thanks, but i found the maker. Posted above.

Ollech & Wajs.

[Cream Puff]

i used to really love the black metal seiko

but after i got a eco- citizen i'm in love with citizen's solar power watches

cause seriously i never liked going to change my battery ever so often

[vrus]

also check this one out
http://www.franckmullerusa.com/
http://image.vialuxe.com/SpecImages/fm_cint_8880CH-CODRACBL.jpg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbouHnZ6VjQ

lmaooo. hilarious, but I'd rock it!

[kgeorge78]

Ill jump in,

Bought myself a Rolex DateJust with Diamonds (Silver Face, standard band) from Hawaii as a wedding gift to myself. I figured I spend a fortune on my wifes ring, wedding, house, in Debt up to my ass, what was another 10 grand??

Ill post a pic tomorrow and yes it was worth it.

[impuls3d]

I just bought a watch after about 3 years of watchless arms. Its not a rolex or citizen or seiko or whatever but for me its good enough(since im cheap and can't afford the rolexs or omegas) I have skinny arms so big watches don't fit me too well and are uncomfortable. This is the Kenneth Cole Reaction KC1296 an older model i think. The newer kenneth cole "new york" version is basically the same but half the size of this already below averaged sized watch. I love it already, the watch fits perfectly around my bones and its very light. The only problem would be that its a china movement and not japanese but whatever. Does anyone know how long a digital watches battery normally last?

http://www.4-watches.com/kenneth-cole/ebay/1296.jpg

I also have a guess watch that ran out of battery... Does anyone know a good place to get the battery replaced for cheap??

[Cream Puff]

i dunno if anyone has seen this i'll try to find a pic

my friend has this funky watch that has 3 dails ontop of each other and they spin in diff directions, i still havnt found out how to tell time on that thing

looks really cool tho

[nfs2]

Does anyone have an opinion on the Timex T-series?

http://keepon.timex.com/tseries/

I just picked up a blue faced chrono and it looks sweet.. It was only a hundred bucks or so..

What i'm wondering is why is timex so cheap? It looks and feels like such a nice watch.. I actually wanted to spend more on a good quality timepiece but this simply looked better than anything else..

Will this break in a couple years whereas the more expensive watches will last a lifetime?

[weedb0y]

Does anyone have an opinion on the Timex T-series?

http://keepon.timex.com/tseries/

I just picked up a blue faced chrono and it looks sweet.. It was only a hundred bucks or so..

What i'm wondering is why is timex so cheap? It looks and feels like such a nice watch.. I actually wanted to spend more on a good quality timepiece but this simply looked better than anything else..

Will this break in a couple years whereas the more expensive watches will last a lifetime?

Guess watches with 10 year warranty are also made by Timex as well. Its just that you can't ask for more $$ for the brand Timex anymore. They are a budget brand its just like Toyota can't ask the same price as they can for a Lexus?

No matter how much luxury and features you throw into that toyota to be. Market perception has been established already.

Seikos are nice mid-range watches. Check them out.

:)

[nfs2]

Is the citizen eco-drive really that much better than the timex? (other than the solar rechargeable battery.. i don't really care about that since watch batteries last 7 years anyways, and can be replaced for 10 bucks..)

There was a citizen chrono there when i bought my timex. It looked almost identical, but cost $500. Both are japanese movement..

[sPiKyAZN]

Any watch people know if this model is any good? http://cgi.ebay.ca/Tissot-PR50-Automatic-T34148352-Wrist-Watch-NEW-Save_W0QQitemZ230252468762QQihZ013QQcategoryZ31387 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[ronny1980]

http://www.ewatches.com/media/enlarge/SPC015.jpg

http://www.ewatches.com/media/enlarge/SPC001.jpg

http://www.ewatches.com/media/enlarge/T17148655.jpg

http://www.ewatches.com/media/enlarge/T14148652.jpg

I really like all four of them and am having a hard time chosing.

What do you guys think?

I'm leaning towards the Coutura and the last Tissot. Gonna head to fargotime on tuesday to try them on.

[MrDisco]

not a fan of any of them, but the first one seems ok.

[RBK]

Anyone have those watches that have "teslar" technology in them? Phillip Stein is one of the companies that make them.

[rfdrfd]

My very first OMEGA !! Speedmaster Day Date (and Month), 24hr, chronograph. 5 Complications in total, in an automatic.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy02.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy02.jpg) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy05.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy05.jpg) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy13.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy13.jpg)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy15.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy15.jpg) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy19.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy19.jpg) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy22.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy22.jpg)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy23.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy23.jpg)http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy24.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy24.jpg) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy26.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy26.jpg)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/th_speedy30.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/gundam91/watches/speedymaster%20day%20date/speedy30.jpg)

[rfdrfd]

Any watch people know if this model is any good? http://cgi.ebay.ca/Tissot-PR50-Automatic-T34148352-Wrist-Watch-NEW-Save_W0QQitemZ230252468762QQihZ013QQcategoryZ31387 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Yes, Tissot makes very good quality Swiss watches for a very reasonable price. I have 3 Tissot's and all keep excellent time with style.

[sPiKyAZN]

Yes, Tissot makes very good quality Swiss watches for a very reasonable price. I have 3 Tissot's and all keep excellent time with style.

But are their low-end models still well made? I'm looking to step up from my POS quartz Guess watch (it's really banged up) but I don't have too much money to spend.

[rfdrfd]

But are their low-end models still well made? I'm looking to step up from my POS quartz Guess watch (it's really banged up) but I don't have too much money to spend.

Yes, imho yes. Go have a look in this forum:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/forumdisplay.php?f=62

[Jeff146]

My very first OMEGA !! Speedmaster Day Date (and Month), 24hr, chronograph. 5 Complications in total, in an automatic.


Watch looks good.

How much did you get it for?

[rfdrfd]

Watch looks good.

How much did you get it for?

$ 2250 + tax (~35% off from list price)

[joeym]

it will always be the black plastic casio watches for me

http://www.nerdyshirts.com/avactis-images/CasioF91W-1_browse.jpg

[rfdrfd]

it will always be the black plastic casio watches for me

http://www.nerdyshirts.com/avactis-images/CasioF91W-1_browse.jpg

Beautiful ! I have about 10 Casio's myself.


I once read: "Anyone who would spend over $100 on a watch is crazy!"
.
.
.
.

He is right. :cheesygri

[rfdrfd]

Mind saying where?

Vaughn mills Mall. (PM me if you want the specific store name)

[rogerrabbit168]

Ill jump in,

Bought myself a Rolex DateJust with Diamonds (Silver Face, standard band) from Hawaii as a wedding gift to myself. I figured I spend a fortune on my wifes ring, wedding, house, in Debt up to my ass, what was another 10 grand??

Ill post a pic tomorrow and yes it was worth it.

still waiting to see the pic

[dmxlite]

it will always be the black plastic casio watches for me

http://www.nerdyshirts.com/avactis-images/CasioF91W-1_browse.jpg

These are the ones I'm lusting after:

http://watch-tanaka5.sub.jp/casio/GW-M5600BC-1JF/GW-M5600BC-1JF.jpg
http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg19/gshockfan_bucket/2008-ICERC-1.jpg

[Leshita]

Just got one of these this week direct from Japan,

http://watch-tanaka5.sub.jp/seiko/SCVS013/0001.jpg

My first real watch, now I just need to remember to recharge it when I am not shaking it. :)

[mr_raider]

But are their low-end models still well made? I'm looking to step up from my POS quartz Guess watch (it's really banged up) but I don't have too much money to spend.

I own two Tissot's. A T-Touch steel that retails for 400$ and more expensive Titanium model. Both are magnificent, high quality and solidly built. The Titanium gains a more worn look over time but it's lighter. Tissot gives you a lot of watch for the price.

[rfdrfd]

Just got one of these this week direct from Japan,

http://watch-tanaka5.sub.jp/seiko/SCVS013/0001.jpg

My first real watch, now I just need to remember to recharge it when I am not shaking it. :)

Get a watch winder. I got a cheapy one, but does the job for my automatic time pieces.

[Jean Alesi]

Just got one of these this week direct from Japan,

http://watch-tanaka5.sub.jp/seiko/SCVS013/0001.jpg

My first real watch, now I just need to remember to recharge it when I am not shaking it. :)

how much if you don't mind me asking?

[parry]

I got this one and want to sell it as well. $850
http://townjewelersinc.com/store/images/tagtag.jpg
Features:
Hard to Find Stainless Steel TAG Heuer. All
Original and Signed 5 x on the Dial, Movement,
Case, Crown, and Bracelet.

Case:
Large Solid Stainless Steel Case in Excellent
Condition. Unidirectional Rotating Bezel and
Sapphire Crystal. Case Signed Tag Heuer and
Numbered WD1211-K-20. Signed Screw Down
Crown.

Dial:
Original Granite Pattern Dial Signed Tag Heuer
Professional 200 Meters and T Swiss Made T.
Luminous Hour Markers and Matching Mercedes
Hands. Date at 3:00 Can be Quick-Set by Using
the Crown

Movement:
Original Tag Heuer Swiss Made 7 Jewel Quartz
Movement Signed Tag Heuer, 1.94, Swiss Made.
A new Battery has Been Installed and this Watch
is in Perfect Running Order.

Dimensions:
35mm Diameter Bezel, 40mm Wide Including
Crown and 45mm Top to Bottom. 9.75mm
Deep. 19mm Lug Spacing.

Condition:
Excellent Condition.

[hagbard]

Beautiful ! I have about 10 Casio's myself.


I once read: "Anyone who would spend over $100 on a watch is crazy!"
.
.
.
.

He is right. :cheesygri

Vindication at last! :lol:

[ronny1980]

After seeing the PRC200 in-person, I was sold. Picked this up few hours ago at European Jewellery in Square One:

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/930/prc200oe6.jpg

[rfdrfd]

After seeing the PRC200 in-person, I was sold. Picked this up few hours ago at European Jewellery in Square One:



That's a beauty! Wear it in good health.

You know what PRC stands for right?

[ronny1980]

That's a beauty! Wear it in good health.

You know what PRC stands for right?

I don't, atleast not yet. I suppose the 150 page booklet will tell me? What does it stand for?

[sPiKyAZN]

After seeing the PRC200 in-person, I was sold. Picked this up few hours ago at European Jewellery in Square One:

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/930/prc200oe6.jpg

Nice watch! How much did you pay if you don't mind?

[ronny1980]

Nice watch! How much did you pay if you don't mind?

I paid $470 tax included (25% off MSRP). I could've found a better price but I didnt want to wait anymore. I love it.

[hagbard]

I don't, atleast not yet. I suppose the 150 page booklet will tell me? What does it stand for?

People's Republic of China?

[mr_raider]

Precise Robust Classic.

[ronny1980]

Precise Robust Classic.

I assume PRS = Precise Robust Sport?

[rfdrfd]

Precise Robust Classic.

I think I once saw a big Tissot poster that said:

Precision Retro Classic


Although my memory could be wrong?

[rfdrfd]

And congrats to Danica Patrick's victory in the Japan 300--the first female IndyCar winner in history. Tissot renewed her as their ambassador.


http://www.tissot.ch/index_offer.php?c=eu&l=en

[ronny1980]

What do you guys think of this Seiko Chonograph?

http://www.bodying.co.uk/watches/images/res/sna793p1-big1_226_400.jpg

[Leshita]

how much if you don't mind me asking?

I got it for 30,000 YEN ($293 or so after credit card exchange).

[tataynik]

Just got one of these this week direct from Japan,

http://watch-tanaka5.sub.jp/seiko/SCVS013/0001.jpg

My first real watch, now I just need to remember to recharge it when I am not shaking it. :)

That is a really nice dress watch. You could have picked one up for me :cheesygri .

Does it have the exhibition back?

[tataynik]

What do you guys think of this Seiko Chonograph?

http://www.bodying.co.uk/watches/images/res/sna793p1-big1_226_400.jpg

Can't go wrong with a Seiko.

[tataynik]

Someone keeps posting here but it seems to me that he is a "closet" watch lover. Maybe wifey won't give him more than $10 once every few years for a watch, but deep inside he is truly obsessed. :D

[boyin]

what does everyone think of this? thinking about getting it


http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/8159/dial3fj6.jpg

[Qu4rk]

my baby, she's a beauty (but this picture is ****** though...:(


http://www.roachman.com/seiko/chrono/SND493.jpg

[AudiDude]

what does everyone think of this? thinking about getting it


http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/8159/dial3fj6.jpg

Looks like a mega rip off of this: http://www.nuxx.org/reviews/iwc_big_pilot_5002.html

I personally am not into knockoffs. It's like putting a Porsche style spoiler on a Pinto and driving around thinking you look cool. Have you looked at any Incvicta watches (yes, they too attempt to borrow styles from others)? There are some unique and good looking watches that are their own style, and they are sold in the rice range you were looking at.

[nfs2]

My dream watch; Britling Navimeter

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Breitling-Navitimer.jpg/800px-Breitling-Navitimer.jpg

And my current one, which i love; A Tissot Le Locle Chrono

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/225/452952959_e3012dd328.jpg
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/243/452937280_2b394e5059_o.jpg

[nandito]

has anyone watched the movie american splendor? i really wanna know what watch paul giamatti is wearing in the scene where he starts doing sketches.

[Jean Alesi]

Has anyone ordered from http://www.seiyajapan.com/ before?

[najibs]

My dream watch; Britling Navimeter

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Breitling-Navitimer.jpg/800px-Breitling-Navitimer.jpg


I love the Navitimer. One day I hope to add it to my collection of pilot watches. I purchased a used Breitling B-1 a few weeks ago, and just re-sold it. I ended up not liking it. The blue dial just didn't cut it for me.

Now on the otherhand, I'd love that Navitimer....one day :cheesygri

[will1087]

http://www.paneristi.com/images/front_page/27.jpg

soon... soon...

[dmxlite]

Has anyone ordered from http://www.seiyajapan.com/ before?

No, but I wouldn't mind trying. It's highly regarded on watchuseek (watch forum).

[JC69]

I saw a lot of inexpensive Seikos on E-bay, not the newest models, but still pretty sweet looking, but they were sourced from Singapore with a delivery rate of about $20-28. They seemed to be going for about $70 at the end of auction. Anyone know if these are genuine?

eg. http://cgi.ebay.ca/NEW-SEIKO-SEAMASTER-AUTOMATIC-23-Jewels-100M-MENS-WATCH_W0QQitemZ260244038043QQihZ016QQcategoryZ1116 52QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

or http://cgi.ebay.ca/SEIKO-5-MENS-AUTOMATIC-SEE-THRU-WATCH-SNK639_W0QQitemZ280230118435QQihZ018QQcategoryZ394 1QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I actually don't mind replicas but only if I pay a replica price. I'd much prefer genuine though for waterproof issues.

[twistedmuse]

I have always adored Storm watches. Chunky and funky.

[Kosh]

does anyone know where i can buy a Movado knockoff. I'm more into the look not the brand name.

[groo]

does anyone know where i can buy a Movado knockoff. I'm more into the look not the brand name.

ebay? Check your spam folder...

[littledoggy]

i brought a replica TAG ...but i love it

[Password]

I have always adored Storm watches. Chunky and funky.
I picked up a "limited edition" Storm Azuza (http://www.stormwatches.com/product-details/Azuza_Rubber/10503) (black rubber band, white face) on a cruise in St. Martin in March. Got a great deal on it, too (I love haggling with Caribbean jewellers!). I have had a few nicer watches in my life (a couple Tags, a nice Esq. and a couple Seikos), but I've never received as many complements from people as I have when wearing the Storm.

[rogerrabbit168]

I love the Navitimer. One day I hope to add it to my collection of pilot watches. I purchased a used Breitling B-1 a few weeks ago, and just re-sold it. I ended up not liking it. The blue dial just didn't cut it for me.

Now on the otherhand, I'd love that Navitimer....one day :cheesygri

do you guys prefer the leather strap or the steel bracelets more?

[peroxide8888]

Just picked up one of these from Costo in WA state for US$108 last week.

Invicta Abyss stainless steel w/MOP face. (http://www.invictawatch.com/new/product/search.php?CAT_REF_NBR=9&prn=325#325)
http://www.discountwatchstore.com/image_manager/attributes/image/image_5/12795541_8415834_full.jpg

[thetrufinder]

do you guys prefer the leather strap or the steel bracelets more?

i definitely prefer steel, dunno why... looks better in my opinion :cheesygri

[najibs]

Breitling Emergency, in yellow, is absolutely pimp!

http://www.2dayblog.com/images/2007/january/breitling_emergency.jpg

[calcuu]

I'm not a big fan of anything digital on a watch but wow...that is nice stuff.

[rfdrfd]

Breitling Emergency, in yellow, is absolutely pimp!

http://www.2dayblog.com/images/2007/january/breitling_emergency.jpg

I agree with ya, but having that Emergency beacon there that you will never ever ever use is just too much of a torture ! Its like having a button in your car that says "DO NOT PRESS".

If you activate it without a plane emergency, there is a fine of $50,000 or something right?

[Kovacs]

http://img.timezone.com/img/articles/news631829130407812500/MauriceLacroixGoldene2003.jpg

[najibs]

I agree with ya, but having that Emergency beacon there that you will never ever ever use is just too much of a torture ! Its like having a button in your car that says "DO NOT PRESS".

If you activate it without a plane emergency, there is a fine of $50,000 or something right?

Technically, according to the liability waiver you sign when you buy it, it's supposed to be used only in aeronautical emergencies. But, if I was in the middle of nowhere in a life or death situation, you bet I'm going to use it, wether it' aeronautical or not.

If I'm sitting at home, and someone nearby is having a heart attack, there's no point in using it, because by the time search and rescue shows up, they'll probably be dead. And, there's no point in sending out search and rescue helicopters for something an ambulance can easily do. Even though it's an emergency situation, use of the transmitter is not justified.

Steve Fossett was wearing one when he disappeared, but they never found him, which leads me to beleive he must have died on impact.

[tmash]

My dream watch; Britling Navimeter

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Breitling-Navitimer.jpg/800px-Breitling-Navitimer.jpg



Wow, that's an amazing watch! Wish it wasn't so expensive :(.


What do you guys think of this one:

http://65.17.226.148/eugenep/store/watches/tissot/T36.1.316.72_1.jpg
http://65.17.226.148/eugenep/store/watches/tissot/T36.1.316.72_4.jpg

[pretty2tuff]

tokyoflash twelve 5-9 l-version

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1134/940621462_152f6c810e.jpg

http://www.wristdreams.com/images/japan-crazy-watch-twelve-5-9-l.jpg

[MasZakrY]

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f316/boojiking/wis/paneraipython063.jpg

As soon as I can save enough :)

PAM000 Logo J series

[FerrisB]

tokyoflash twelve 5-9 l-version

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1134/940621462_152f6c810e.jpg

http://www.wristdreams.com/images/japan-crazy-watch-twelve-5-9-l.jpg

I like!

[CanadaBoy]

Technically, according to the liability waiver you sign when you buy it, it's supposed to be used only in aeronautical emergencies. But, if I was in the middle of nowhere in a life or death situation, you bet I'm going to use it, wether it' aeronautical or not.

If I'm sitting at home, and someone nearby is having a heart attack, there's no point in using it, because by the time search and rescue shows up, they'll probably be dead. And, there's no point in sending out search and rescue helicopters for something an ambulance can easily do. Even though it's an emergency situation, use of the transmitter is not justified.

Steve Fossett was wearing one when he disappeared, but they never found him, which leads me to beleive he must have died on impact.

“Fossett's wife, Peggy, issued a statement Thursday in response to questions about whether her husband was wearing a watch with an emergency transmitter on his flight. She said he owned such a Breitling watch but did not bring it on the trip.”

from wiki

[brkd]

Mannn.. I loved this watch that Diesel made but I didn't get it right away. It was a while back. I forgot the design but the face of the watch was like a radar it decects ships lol. I like Swatch watches for creativity.

[Legend24]

Wow, these watches are amazing. Skimmed through basically the entire thread over the past week or so. You guys have turned me onto the art of watches. For now, I think I'll pick up a Fossil or two... don't have a whole lot of cash to spend on watches at the moment since I'm a student and all.

[manyoo99]

Just got this one....Citizen JT3034-65E. The Bay had a 50% off sale.

http://www.skywatches.com.sg/watches/images/JT3034-65E_BLUE.jpg

[groo]

I just picked this up for my beater watch:

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk259/gr00_photos/Luminox3051.jpg

Luminox EVO Navy Seal (3051)

[rfdrfd]

I just picked this up for my beater watch:

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk259/gr00_photos/Luminox3051.jpg

Luminox EVO Navy Seal (3051)

Good buy ! You'll love it. The Tritium gas tubes is amazing at night. Esp. in a movie theatre. And it absolutely shines at night when you are camping !!

I have both the Luminox F-16 and Original Navy Seals Series.

[superock]

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f316/boojiking/wis/paneraipython063.jpg

As soon as I can save enough :)

PAM000 Logo J series

so beautiful...if only my student budget would allow me to be able to afford something like this :cry:

[Pvo1]

just got this one as a grad gift...

raymond weil - tango

http://www.thetimezone.com/media/Watches/Raymond-Weil/thumbnails/5390-SPS-00995.jpg

...the next one i want is the movado rondiro.....

http://cdn.overstock.com/images/products/3/L11182988.jpg

[Tofu Drift Shinji]

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f316/boojiking/wis/paneraipython063.jpg

As soon as I can save enough :)

PAM000 Logo J series

Awesome watch.

I've got this one, but it's in the shop right now :(

http://www.cybertrek.co.za/images/SNP005p.jpg

[ronny1980]

Hoping to buy the following Seiko 5 soon. I love the rugged yet classy look. Couldn;t find it anywhere in Canada except Ebay.

Check it out, what do you guys thinks?

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s261/a19als/SL271580.jpg

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s261/a19als/SL271580.jpg

[weedb0y]

Ronny, have you checked fargotime.com ?

These guys are local.

[JC69]

what do you think of this..

http://www.gemday.com/pic2/jq8006-53e_feature_new.jpg

it's $179 in Costco with a MMRP of $385

[najibs]

what do you think of this..

http://www.gemday.com/pic2/jq8006-53e_feature_new.jpg

it's $179 in Costco with a MMRP of $385

Those Navihawk's are nice watches. However, if you don't mind paying more...about 10 times more...here's the ultimate pilot's watch :cheesygri

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f13/capricorn36/NightCockpitAdvert.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/66/182838802_db73c4fd2e_o.jpg

[weedb0y]

Whats the second face? That just looks freaky

[Cowman1208]

well I am certainly no watch LOVER but I have recently looked at them a lot differently now that my current lady bought me this time piece, its light, classy and gotten me a lot of compliments...
http://www.hediyesaati.com/images/MICHAEL%20KORS%20MK5032%20copy.JPG

I check out the display cases now and she thinks I am already shopping for a replacement. lol after a lot of the photos here I feel like this could become an expensive hobby!
I'd love a Carrera watch, for me that is like the ultimate :)

[tataynik]

Hoping to buy the following Seiko 5 soon. I love the rugged yet classy look. Couldn;t find it anywhere in Canada except Ebay.

Check it out, what do you guys thinks?


Seiko 5 Sports Men's 100M Black IP Self-Winding Automatic Watch Model SNZE99K1 - This Model was listed on Amazon dot com. Seiko's are reliable and for the price, great buys.

you might be interested in this review: http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=144258

[manyoo99]

what do you think of this..

http://www.gemday.com/pic2/jq8006-53e_feature_new.jpg

it's $179 in Costco with a MMRP of $385

Which Costco is this available at? I have not seen the same in a couple of Costco locations in GTA

[JC69]

Which Costco is this available at? I have not seen the same in a couple of Costco locations in GTA

This is in the Kingston Costco. The model is not one of the new solar powered Citizens but I still think it looks pretty sweet.

[manyoo99]

This is in the Kingston Costco. The model is not one of the new solar powered Citizens but I still think it looks pretty sweet.

Citizen has a manufacturer clearance sale on certain models...50-65% off. Some of these include the eco-driver models. There are 6-7 models at The Bay ranging from $170-$250.....some very nice ones like the one you posted.

[R8247]

Citizen has a manufacturer clearance sale on certain models...50-65% off. Some of these include the eco-driver models. There are 6-7 models at The Bay ranging from $170-$250.....some very nice ones like the one you posted.

Nation wide?

[manyoo99]

Nation wide?

I guess. In the GTA for sure...I picked one up last week $340...marked down to $170

Also, the jewelery shops have the same 50% off clearance on the Seikos.

[vric]

This thread isn't dead ? cool

This is my last one:

http://www.magietec.com/omega/tourby2.jpg

http://www.magietec.com/omega/tourby1.jpg

This is a Seagull Tourbillon with power reserve movement. Quite stunning looking watch. Vid: http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=xgQUlrzLVNs

And this one is one that I have built myself while taking my watchsmith course (beware it's not a real Panerai. Home made watch with ETA 6497-1 Movement, OEM case, hands, Dial and home made strap)

http://www.magietec.com/omega/pamstrap1.jpg

[groo]

And this one is one that I have built myself while taking my watchsmith course (beware it's not a real Panerai. Home made watch with ETA 6497-1 Movement, OEM case, hands, Dial and home made strap)

OMG a home made Panerai! that rules :) what does something like that cost?

[vric]

OMG a home made Panerai! that rules :) what does something like that cost?
If I don't count the tool, about $400

ETA movement is $130 from Ofrei in the US. Case, crystal and hands were $180 (crystal is sapphire and got Anti reflective on it) and the dial is from an untrustable Chinese source for $40 :p It's quite nice actually.

http://www.magietec.com/omega/pam4.jpg

Add a strap to that and it's complete. (the strap is made from Italian leather and cost about $100 alone)


The Tools and course was about $700. So it's damn expensive haha but it's an hobby. I took the timezone course and now I have few other movement around to transform into watches soon.

The Other Tourbillon watch is $600-650 from ebay. It's a not a fake or anything, just unbranded. It's made with a Seagull movement by a company named "MillionMart". (how lame does it sound :p) That is my 7th watch :p

[R8247]

http://www.magietec.com/omega/pamstrap1.jpg

Can we get a shot of the movement? :D

[tmash]

If I don't count the tool, about $400

ETA movement is $130 from Ofrei in the US. Case, crystal and hands were $180 (crystal is sapphire and got Anti reflective on it) and the dial is from an untrustable Chinese source for $40 :p It's quite nice actually.

http://www.magietec.com/omega/pam4.jpg

Add a strap to that and it's complete. (the strap is made from Italian leather and cost about $100 alone)


The Tools and course was about $700. So it's damn expensive haha but it's an hobby. I took the timezone course and now I have few other movement around to transform into watches soon.

The Other Tourbillon watch is $600-650 from ebay. It's a not a fake or anything, just unbranded. It's made with a Seagull movement by a company named "MillionMart". (how lame does it sound :p) That is my 7th watch :p

That's freaking awesome, well done!

Honestly, I'd be prouder wearing a homemade counterfeit like that rather than a genuine one!

[tataynik]

If I don't count the tool, about $400

ETA movement is $130 from Ofrei in the US. Case, crystal and hands were $180 (crystal is sapphire and got Anti reflective on it) and the dial is from an untrustable Chinese source for $40 :p It's quite nice actually.



Can you take my order now????? :cheesygri (remember, I was the first one to ask)

[vric]

I don't have any picture of the movement sorry (maybe later) But it's a simple ETA 6497-1.. you won't fool anyone with that:

http://img.timezone.com/img/articles/news631995145515781250/ErkenMechanikTosco03.jpg
http://www.tztoolshop.com/images/eta6497-1toolkit.jpg

You can have a closer look of Panerai movement with a Chinese 6497 (you can find them on ebay) but.. well China movement aren't as good as Swiss (I have one that I got for $40 just for the fun to compare.. it "looks" better.. as long as you don't disassemble the movement (badly finished, dirty, unoiled..)

Sorry I'm not yet up to sell my work, and I wouldn't sell a piece with a brand name on it ;p And to be honest, this was my first project and I disassembled the movement 5 time before getting it working perfectly.. So.. maybe later after few more works.

[vric]

Well.. while we are at it.. here is my watch box/collection

http://www.magietec.com/omega/boxfull3.jpg

Yes, I'm an addict :p

[R8247]

^^^^

Damn! Are those reps or $gen$ ?

Nice collection regardless.

Tell me more about the Hublot :D

[isom3tric]

tokyoflash twelve 5-9 l-version

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1134/940621462_152f6c810e.jpg

http://www.wristdreams.com/images/japan-crazy-watch-twelve-5-9-l.jpg

OMG where can I get one in TO.

[vric]

mix of both. :) Hublot isn't gen (damn the Black Magic is like $20k) But good luck to call it fake. Even Hubot had to make an advertisement on their web page because it was basically impossible to spot them.

Omega SMP and Breitling Chronomat are Gen. (so is the Tourbillion) rest is.. well we can call that quality rep (not like the guy with his Omega Seamaster on page 50.. I would call that fake 20 feets away! :lol: )

All Hublot and Navitimer have automatic Chronograph ETA 7750. (Omega Broad Arrow have a Seagull ST19 chrono movement)

[tmash]

Well.. while we are at it.. here is my watch box/collection

http://www.magietec.com/omega/boxfull3.jpg

Yes, I'm an addict :p

What's that one to the left of the Panerai? That's a groovy looking watch!

[najibs]

What's that one to the left of the Panerai? That's a groovy looking watch!

That would be a Breitling Chronomat.

[tmash]

That would be a Breitling Chronomat.

Ahhhh....

Damn I love those Breitlings (and the Navitimer too). I wish I could afford one :(.

How much did that cost you?

[JC69]

If I don't count the tool, about $400

ETA movement is $130 from Ofrei in the US. Case, crystal and hands were $180 (crystal is sapphire and got Anti reflective on it) and the dial is from an untrustable Chinese source for $40 :p It's quite nice actually.

http://www.magietec.com/omega/pam4.jpg

Add a strap to that and it's complete. (the strap is made from Italian leather and cost about $100 alone)


The Tools and course was about $700. So it's damn expensive haha but it's an hobby. I took the timezone course and now I have few other movement around to transform into watches soon.

The Other Tourbillon watch is $600-650 from ebay. It's a not a fake or anything, just unbranded. It's made with a Seagull movement by a company named "MillionMart". (how lame does it sound :p) That is my 7th watch :p


If you don't mind me saying so that's very impressive assembling your own watches. They look great and you have the satisfaction that it's all your own work. Congrats!

[rfdrfd]

That would be a Breitling Chronomat.

beautiful collection !


Hope you have insurance for that box !!

[burnt_toast]

http://www.magietec.com/omega/boxfull3.jpg
:p

WOW... i hope someday, i have a collection similar to this. but for now i will have to start small...

any comments on the seiko eco drive watches?
thanks

[rfdrfd]

WOW... i hope someday, i have a collection similar to this. but for now i will have to start small...

any comments on the seiko eco drive watches?
thanks


Yup, its actually Seiko Kinetic (motion powered), not Eco. Eco is Citizen (light powered).

I have the Citizen Eco drive. I like it because I can just leave it on my window sill when I'm not wearing it and the sun charges it everyday.

Kinetic, if you don't wear it long enough, it will stop. Then you have to reset the time/date. (Unless you have the auto relay). Or you can put it in a watch winder.

[burnt_toast]

Yup, its actually Seiko Kinetic (motion powered), not Eco. Eco is Citizen (light powered).

I have the Citizen Eco drive. I like it because I can just leave it on my window sill when I'm not wearing it and the sun charges it everyday.

Kinetic, if you don't wear it long enough, it will stop. Then you have to reset the time/date. (Unless you have the auto relay). Or you can put it in a watch winder.

my mistake...
for the Eco Drive, does it have to be SUN light or any light will do? i've read that you can leave it in the dark for 6 months and it would still be on time. how accurate is that statement?
for the kinetic-how long is long?
thanks

[rfdrfd]

my mistake...
for the Eco Drive, does it have to be SUN light or any light will do? i've read that you can leave it in the dark for 6 months and it would still be on time. how accurate is that statement?
for the kinetic-how long is long?
thanks

Kinetic Auto-relay models:
http://www.seikowatches.com/technology/kinetic/kinetic_ar.html

A power save function (sleep mode) that automatically stops the movement of hands approximately 72 hours after the watch is taken off in order to preserve energy consumption. An automatic time relay function (wake-up mode) that perceives power generation by slight swing motion of the watch and automatically returns to its normal operation to show the present time, provided that the watch is used again within approximately 4 years (on a full charge) after it stopped. Kinetic auto relay is equipped with these two functions.

Eco-Drive: (Don't bet on 5 yrs haha)

http://search.live.com/cashback/products/offerings/9022/6934355

http://www.geocities.com/watch_crazy/ecodrive/ecodrive.htm

How long will an Eco-Drive watch run after it is fully charged?If your watch is put away where no light is available to it while in a fully charged state, depending on the model, it will run for from 45 days to 5 years. How can the Eco-Drive watch be recharged? Besides sunlight, it can be safely charged by exposing it to a fluorescent desk lamp, with the dial (face) up and within about 8 inches or an incandescent lamp (regular light bulb) no closer than 20 inches. Never use a halogen lamp since the heat generated by it can cause damage to your watch. The most efficient and the quickest is in direct bright sunlight (not windowsill) and never on the dashboard of a car.



One drawback for Eco-drive is, it stores the power in a re-chargable battery.
http://the-gadgeteer.com/review/citizen_eco_drive_watch_review

No battery lasts forever, so some day the re-chargable battery won't hold much charge = replacement.

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=121363


Looks like the Kinetic Seiko's will someday need replacement of the capacitor as well.

[burnt_toast]

Kinetic Auto-relay models:
http://www.seikowatches.com/technology/kinetic/kinetic_ar.html

A power save function (sleep mode) that automatically stops the movement of hands approximately 72 hours after the watch is taken off in order to preserve energy consumption. An automatic time relay function (wake-up mode) that perceives power generation by slight swing motion of the watch and automatically returns to its normal operation to show the present time, provided that the watch is used again within approximately 4 years (on a full charge) after it stopped. Kinetic auto relay is equipped with these two functions.

Eco-Drive: (Don't bet on 5 yrs haha)

http://search.live.com/cashback/products/offerings/9022/6934355

http://www.geocities.com/watch_crazy/ecodrive/ecodrive.htm

How long will an Eco-Drive watch run after it is fully charged?If your watch is put away where no light is available to it while in a fully charged state, depending on the model, it will run for from 45 days to 5 years. How can the Eco-Drive watch be recharged? Besides sunlight, it can be safely charged by exposing it to a fluorescent desk lamp, with the dial (face) up and within about 8 inches or an incandescent lamp (regular light bulb) no closer than 20 inches. Never use a halogen lamp since the heat generated by it can cause damage to your watch. The most efficient and the quickest is in direct bright sunlight (not windowsill) and never on the dashboard of a car.



One drawback for Eco-drive is, it stores the power in a re-chargable battery.
http://the-gadgeteer.com/review/citizen_eco_drive_watch_review

No battery lasts forever, so some day the re-chargable battery won't hold much charge = replacement.

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=121363


Looks like the Kinetic Seiko's will someday need replacement of the capacitor as well.

thanks for all the info...

[tmash]

I love this thread! So many great watches in here....I never knew what an addiction watches could be until I started reading this thread and seeing how passionate people are about their watches.

Just a question for you guys, I haven't owned a watch since i was in grade school (one of those casio calculator watches, lol). What watches do you recommend in the $500 range (I'll go a bit more if I realyl like it). I really like the look of those Breitlings (esp. the Navitimer), so i like something with a really big dial, leather strap, etc...

Thanks!

[rfdrfd]

I love this thread! So many great watches in here....I never knew what an addiction watches could be until I started reading this thread and seeing how passionate people are about their watches.

Just a question for you guys, I haven't owned a watch since i was in grade school (one of those casio calculator watches, lol). What watches do you recommend in the $500 range (I'll go a bit more if I realyl like it). I really like the look of those Breitlings (esp. the Navitimer), so i like something with a really big dial, leather strap, etc...

Thanks!

You should definitely check out this Forum. Everyone is extremely helpful and you can learn lots about Time Pieces. (Its not called a watch if it starts to cost >$100 haha)

http://www.watchuseek.com/site/forums.htm


Breitlings would be a bit over budget for $500. Try Tissot, Swiss Army, Victorinox, Seikos and Citizens. Oris flight timers are big, leather, etc, but not sure if its $500.

[tmash]

You should definitely check out this Forum. Everyone is extremely helpful and you can learn lots about Time Pieces. (Its not called a watch if it starts to cost >$100 haha)

http://www.watchuseek.com/site/forums.htm


Breitlings would be a bit over budget for $500. Try Tissot, Swiss Army, Victorinox, Seikos and Citizens. Oris flight timers are big, leather, etc, but not sure if its $500.

Yeah, i wasn't expecting to get a Breitling (one day though), I realize they are in the thousands....I was just saying that the Breitlings are the "look" that I like :).

[rfdrfd]

Yeah, i wasn't expecting to get a Breitling (one day though), I realize they are in the thousands....I was just saying that the Breitlings are the "look" that I like :).

I see, look at this brand: http://www.chase-durer.com/

Prices: http://www.ewatches.com/Chase-Durer/Pilots.html


Ask them to mail you a catalog. I did, its very cool to look at. Now some owners has had quality issues with Chase Durer, but others love it. So don't expect perfection like from Rolex, Omega, Tag, etc. (Since those are all over $2000 Cdn, so paid for their quality)

[vric]

Used Oris, Omegas, Hamilton are good deal around that price.

Avoid Tag please (I hate them except Aquaracer Chrono and Carera.. but are way expensive)

I do like the look of some of those Citizen Eco Drive. But they are a bit small.

Cheap cheap: Seiko Monster. You can't beat that for the price. (if you like the look. I don't but they are big, automatic, and around $300)

When I buy a watch, I ask myself what is it really worth. If I see a movement that is exactly the same like in a timex at $20, (like a Tag in the $500 price range) I don't see myself paying $500 for it. Hamilton are real bargain watches. Their Chrono watch use ETA 77500 movement, which cost about $450 to get. Most of those watches are sold for $600-800. (and to make things worst, it's the same movement you will find in Hublot watches at $14k and +) They have some great GMT watches in that price range too that I really look forward buying soon.

Edit: something like that:
http://www.princetonwatches.com/images/watches/H77615533.jpg

Look on ebay! There is no replica of Hamilton (I know that quite well) so, search for great deal :D

[nighthawk26]

My favorite after much debate is the one I bought. SS Montblanc Timewalker Chrono.

[tmash]

Used Oris, Omegas, Hamilton are good deal around that price.

Avoid Tag please (I hate them except Aquaracer Chrono and Carera.. but are way expensive)

I do like the look of some of those Citizen Eco Drive. But they are a bit small.

Cheap cheap: Seiko Monster. You can't beat that for the price. (if you like the look. I don't but they are big, automatic, and around $300)

When I buy a watch, I ask myself what is it really worth. If I see a movement that is exactly the same like in a timex at $20, (like a Tag in the $500 price range) I don't see myself paying $500 for it. Hamilton are real bargain watches. Their Chrono watch use ETA 77500 movement, which cost about $450 to get. Most of those watches are sold for $600-800. (and to make things worst, it's the same movement you will find in Hublot watches at $14k and +) They have some great GMT watches in that price range too that I really look forward buying soon.

Edit: something like that:
http://www.princetonwatches.com/images/watches/H77615533.jpg

Look on ebay! There is no replica of Hamilton (I know that quite well) so, search for great deal :D


What do you mean by that, you mean that there's no such thing as a replica Hamilton, that they are all genuine?

[tmash]

http://www.ewatches.com/Citizen/BL5250-02L.html

What do you guys think of that one? How are the Citizen Eco-drives?

[Purple-Shadow]

I currently have 4 watch to my collection a Casio G-SHOCK, EMPORIO ARMANI, and Two TISSOT...
http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/5076/img0927ru0.th.jpg (http://img515.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0927ru0.jpg)
http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/1741/img0929on9.th.jpg (http://img209.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0929on9.jpg)
Ill post pix of my other 2 watches

[Purple-Shadow]

http://www.magietec.com/omega/boxfull3.jpg
You've just inspired me to get a watch box... I originally just kept my watches in there original cases... What kind of cleaners do you guy's use to clean you're watches?.. especially the really expensive one's?

[nighthawk26]

I currently have 4 watch to my collection a Casio G-SHOCK, EMPORIO ARMANI, and Two TISSOT...
http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/5076/img0927ru0.th.jpg (http://img515.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0927ru0.jpg)
http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/1741/img0929on9.th.jpg (http://img209.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0929on9.jpg)
Ill post pix of my other 2 watches

I also have the PRC200 Tissot. Probably one of the best bang for your buck watches you can get... was my first "decent" watch.

[tmash]

Hey guys,

Is there a difference between Swiss Army and Swiss Military? I've never heard of Swiss Military before but I found a watch of theirs that I like, and I was wondering on the quality of it.

Thanks

[tataynik]

Hey guys,

Is there a difference between Swiss Army and Swiss Military? I've never heard of Swiss Military before but I found a watch of theirs that I like, and I was wondering on the quality of it.

Thanks

Swiss Army is Victorinox while Swiss Military is Wenger.

[tmash]

Swiss Army is Victorinox while Swiss Military is Wenger.

How's the quality on them though? Is Swiss Military just a knock off brand of Swiss Army?

[xIcewind]

I'm extremely new at watches/time pieces, but I thought that I should buy a present for myself for graduation/etc. My budget is under $500, though 'the lower the better'.

Does anyone have any suggestions? I like the watches with the metal bands, and prefer the 'simple' look. I'd like to be able to wear it (since it's relatively cheap) every day, but also be able to dress it up in a suit for work.

I know I'm being vague, but could anyone toss any suggestions about brands, what prices to expect, or where to look for anything?

Thanks in advance.

[JC69]

I'm extremely new at watches/time pieces, but I thought that I should buy a present for myself for graduation/etc. My budget is under $500, though 'the lower the better'.

Does anyone have any suggestions? I like the watches with the metal bands, and prefer the 'simple' look. I'd like to be able to wear it (since it's relatively cheap) every day, but also be able to dress it up in a suit for work.

I know I'm being vague, but could anyone toss any suggestions about brands, what prices to expect, or where to look for anything?

Thanks in advance.

Invictas seem to get a good write up as quality bargain watches.

[xIcewind]

Thanks, JC69!

Can anyone recommend a good place to buy a watch, or does price not vary much? Also, are there "sales" for watches?

Oh, and does anyone remember what that 'invisible' watch was? It looked like a metal bracelet, but if you looked at it closely you could see the hands and stuff.

[nighthawk26]

Thanks, JC69!

Can anyone recommend a good place to buy a watch, or does price not vary much? Also, are there "sales" for watches?

Oh, and does anyone remember what that 'invisible' watch was? It looked like a metal bracelet, but if you looked at it closely you could see the hands and stuff.

Post 916 is a Tissot PRC200. Comes in a few face colours. Will be around your price, and in my opinion best value watch as yuor descibed you can get. Omega is a parent company to Tissot, and they have been going up in price like crazy. Great Swiss Made watch, great quality. I have one myself.

[xIcewind]

Post 916 is a Tissot PRC200. Comes in a few face colours. Will be around your price, and in my opinion best value watch as yuor descibed you can get. Omega is a parent company to Tissot, and they have been going up in price like crazy. Great Swiss Made watch, great quality. I have one myself.

Thanks, will look into it. I'm going to check out Costco and the mall in the near future.

How's prices on Amazon?

Oh. Also, I've been recently fascinated with Movado timepieces... How are they?

http://www.amazon.com/Movado-Mens-Luno-Watch-0605557/dp/B000GHFZYS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1214102848&sr=1-5

or

http://www.amazon.com/Movado-Mens-Esperanza-Watch-0600451/dp/B0007RTBM4/ref=sr_1_77?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1214103333&sr=1-77

I mean, I like the metallic look (of say, Citizen, Omega, Tissot), but the Movado's simplicity/elegance has its appeal as well. Are they worth it?

Haha, as someone who's been using digital watches forever, if I do get a Movado, I won't be able to tell the time for quite a while.

[nighthawk26]

Thanks, will look into it. I'm going to check out Costco and the mall in the near future.

How's prices on Amazon?

Oh. Also, I've been recently fascinated with Movado timepieces... How are they?

http://www.amazon.com/Movado-Mens-Luno-Watch-0605557/dp/B000GHFZYS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1214102848&sr=1-5

or

http://www.amazon.com/Movado-Mens-Esperanza-Watch-0600451/dp/B0007RTBM4/ref=sr_1_77?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1214103333&sr=1-77

I mean, I like the metallic look (of say, Citizen, Omega, Tissot), but the Movado's simplicity/elegance has its appeal as well. Are they worth it?

Haha, as someone who's been using digital watches forever, if I do get a Movado, I won't be able to tell the time for quite a while.

Not my personal taste at all really (Movado).. Tissot, most brick and mortar stores you can get it 15% - 20% off MSRP.

[tataynik]

How's the quality on them though? Is Swiss Military just a knock off brand of Swiss Army?

Victorinox and Wenger are the companies that supplies the Swiss military with army knives. Victorinox is the older of the 2 companies and has also bought out Wenger recently although the 2 brands still exists independently.
I have one of each brand and could not really say that there is much difference between the two. Both have not seen a lot of use since I have been partial to the bigger size (42mm and up) watches lately.

[kev604]

Breitling.

Specifically the Chronomat model with the Pilot bracelet. Impeccable fit and finish. The polish steel bracelet is absolutely gorgeous. I love the heavy feel of the watch.
I bought a Breitling Wings model with the Pilot bracelet many years ago when I was living at home and had money to play with. I pretty much wear the watch everyday and to this day it still works flawlessly. My only regret was that I didn't spend the extra $$$ and bought a chronomat model at that time.
http://www.breitling.com/en/

[nighthawk26]

Breitling.

Specifically the Chronomat model with the Pilot bracelet. Impeccable fit and finish. The polish steel bracelet is absolutely gorgeous. I love the heavy feel of the watch.
I bought a Breitling Wings model with the Pilot bracelet many years ago when I was living at home and had money to play with. I pretty much wear the watch everyday and to this day it still works flawlessly. My only regret was that I didn't spend the extra $$$ and bought a chronomat model at that time.
http://www.breitling.com/en/

Great watch, but he's looking around $500! :)

[xIcewind]

I've been reading up on watches recently, and I was wondering why there's such negativity regarding quartz watches?

The Movado uses quartz crystal, but some of the lower end Omegas / Tissots? use automatic mechanisms.

Thanks.

[nighthawk26]

Probably the most direct explanation.

http://www.timecafe.com/Mechanical_Quartz.htm

[xIcewind]

Probably the most direct explanation.

http://www.timecafe.com/Mechanical_Quartz.htm

Thanks. It was a good read.

I'm amused, however, at Movado's use of quartz then. I suppose it uses quartz crystals to keep the cost down, but you have to wonder what differences does +- a few seconds a day make when you can't tell time accurately.

[jcoltage]

Omega SMP and Breitling Chronomat are Gen. (so is the Tourbillion) rest is.. well we can call that quality rep (not like the guy with his Omega Seamaster on page 50.. I would call that fake 20 feets away! :lol: )

How can you tell it is fake .. it looked pretty good to me? are tips on spotting a fake?

[nighthawk26]

Thanks. It was a good read.

I'm amused, however, at Movado's use of quartz then. I suppose it uses quartz crystals to keep the cost down, but you have to wonder what differences does +- a few seconds a day make when you can't tell time accurately.

Like I think that last paragraph mentions, a lot comes down to prestiege. A lot oh higher end wathes are higher end based on a lot of tradition, and at some point come from being hand made (VERY few today), but also becasue of complex movements. You don't get any of that with a quartz movement (which techinaclly is more accurate). In your price range though, MOST if not all will be quartz, and at that point find a watch that you really like. Be careful though with watches, they can be addictive. I used to say I would NEVER spend 1k on a watch. That was less than a year ago, now I've got a Timewalker.

[AudiDude]

How can you tell it is fake .. it looked pretty good to me? are tips on spotting a fake?

To me it looks like someone used sandpaper to give it a brushed look, needs to be more satin looking. All the edges are sharp and unfinished and some need to be rounded. There are no square hash marks at 12 and 6 O'Clock on an original, there are only dots. There is another model with hash marks, but they are all the way around and the orientation of the inner dials is different.

There is no Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat dial on and original. There is no 24 hr dial on an original. The marking are wrong on the remaining dial. The large hand needs to be longer to actually point at the numerals around the outside. The illuminating dot on the second hand is too close to the edge of the watch and the red marker isn't long enough. I really doubt that the constant pulsing sweep of the second hand is identical to a real Seamaster. I also do not see how an owner could even think this was a legit piece especially after touching it. Look at the raised Omega logo in the watch and the raised graphics. Also there are AR coatings on the crystal which usually enhance clarity.


http://www.watchobsession.co.uk/shop/images/P8270011.JPG

[vric]

How can you tell it is fake .. it looked pretty good to me? are tips on spotting a fake?
Euh.. easy.. It's a fake crhono :p

Sub dials are for dates and 24h.. The real one is a Chronograph. This is actually a cheap (under $100) rep which use 21j Asian Movement. There is another model you can have for about $300 which use 25j Chinese ETA 7750 which is quite much harder to spot. Real Chrono, very nice quality. And some come with real ETA 7750 movement (but are hard to find and will probably cost 50% of the gen.. so useless) I'm a huge Omega fan, and I would have to see the watch very close to spot a gen or fake of this model. (some small things like the second hand which is 1-2mm too short, is about the only thing you can see "outside" the watch) But for this "cheap" example, very easy to spot.

I know quite a bit about gen/rep for having/buying both.

[vric]

There is a picture of a rep, much better quality.

Try to spot it. (DONT BUY FROM ANY OF THOSE WEB SITE.. too risky :p)

http://jumboprawn.net/jesse/naligaa/faulex/shopping-2007/osc22.jpg

Also there are AR coatings on the crystal which usually enhance clarity.


Actually, the Gen don't have any AR :( But it's a Sapphire Crystal (while the cheap here is Acrylic.. but the picture I post is Sapphire)

Edit: The picture AudiDude posted is the newer version with Embossed logo and Red Seamaster marking.. damn it's nice :D) It's not a "flaw" of the rep, it's just the 2006 version

[nighthawk26]

Double square and single swuare at 12 and 6 position?

Also, the dial is squared off at all the hours on the real one.

I'm not an expert, just general observations.

[vric]

This is all from the new version (I like it a lot :D)

here is the 2006 version: (Genuine)
http://www.watchtime.com.au/Omega-Images/Ome28.jpg

The Pearl is a give away (but you can get a Gen bezel insert + pearl for about $100)
The Bezel alignment is wrong (but it's a 20 minutes fix)
The Date Font is wrong (can be changed too)
The Waves on the dial are sharper on the Gen (Gen dial is about $200)

That's about all. So one that want to fool anybody get a replica of this quality, do few fix, and even an Omega AD won't see it coming. Only problem, is all those fix would make the watch cost about $800 and a Gen one is like $1800.. Not worth it.. :p

[JC69]

I just ordered this...

http://cdn.overstock.com/images/products/L10677164.jpg

[kev604]

Nice watch. Good choice. Seiko watches are well made, reliable, and last forever. Can I ask you how much you paid for it?

[burnt_toast]

Nice watch. Good choice. Seiko watches are well made, reliable, and last forever. Can I ask you how much you paid for it?

and from where?
thanks

[JC69]

and from where?
thanks

$119 with $30 shipping from Amazon.com a steal for an automatic I think...

[ronny1980]

$119 with $30 shipping from Amazon.com a steal for an automatic I think...

How much would you get dinged for customs and taxes?

[JC69]

How much would you get dinged for customs and taxes?

I can let you know in a few days, but usually with amounts around $100 I don't usually pay anything unless it's UPS, this is being delivered by USPS expedited for the $30 delivery charge. It sounds steep but another company on Amazon wanted $149 before delivery. I'm paying $149 with delivery.

I'll let everyone know.

[TT333]

http://www.hotwatches.co.uk/images/productimages/T34748762%20pr507.jpg

This is what I wear- Tissot PR50 Titanium Seven. Wanted a watch that was titanium, and had functions like chrono, alarm.. etc. I love it; super tough, super light, functional and looks great IMO.

[Embolus]

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2107/dsc3731lx2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/25/59337725_full.jpg

Just got this in the mail today!!! First "real" watch

Nice heft to it, as well, the Gun Metal Black finish throughout the entire watch is a nice touch!

[burnt_toast]

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2107/dsc3731lx2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/25/59337725_full.jpg

Just got this in the mail today!!! First "real" watch

Nice heft to it, as well, the Gun Metal Black finish throughout the entire watch is a nice touch!

very nice... where did you order and for how much? you can PM if you'd like

[CanadaBoy]

Hey what do you guys think of this watch?
http://www.dealextreme.com/productimages/sku_14042_1.jpg
http://www.dealextreme.com/productimages/sku_14042_2.jpg
http://www.dealextreme.com/productimages/sku_14042_3.jpg
http://www.dealextreme.com/productimages/sku_14042_4.jpg
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ksexuXYWDk

[Legend24]

Very nice watch Embolus... gives off a very powerful feel. I'm no pro with watches, so do you mind sharing the model # or style of the watch?

I'm liking that watch as well CanadaBoy. I'm a fan of the skeleton watches; if I had the money, I would buy a few just for show. Can't really see myself wearing one on a regular basis, so if I were to buy one, it would have to wait until after I've bought a few more "regular" watches first.

This is the piece I'm eying at the moment. It would be my first solid watch.

http://www.skywatches.com.sg/watches/images/SNL038P1.jpg
http://i2.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/d5/1a/62cc_10.JPG
http://www.worldlux.com/products/seiko/_watch/couturakineticchrono/thumbnail1.jpg

I don't know which colour I want yet, but I'm leaning towards the silver one at the moment. I hope to have it by the end of the summer so, we'll see.

[Embolus]

very nice... where did you order and for how much? you can PM if you'd like

Very nice watch Embolus... gives off a very powerful feel. I'm no pro with watches, so do you mind sharing the model # or style of the watch?

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2107/dsc3731lx2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Its the Seiko SNAB53P1.

Normally one can get this from Pmall/FMP for about 400-450something. I ordered it from ebay from powerseller in UK, so it was legit. Cost about 3something canadian (shipping included). Warrenty included, as well as box, manuel, etc. Shipping only took about 1week.

The top portion of the dial looks real "thick," the rubber part in the stock pictures, but in real life its not so. If you guys want more pics, lemme know, I can take more. Still "awwwing" over this watch, hehe

[NestleQuick]

I have been looking for a new watch I really like the Seiko Kenetic Divers

Bought my Oakley sunglasses from this site http://www.watchit.ca/
super fast shipping and with Visa perks you get 20% off Enter promotion code: VISA2008B at checkout. Also free shipping and you pay only one tax.

[JC69]

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2107/dsc3731lx2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Its the Seiko SNAB53P1.

Normally one can get this from Pmall/FMP for about 400-450something. I ordered it from ebay from powerseller in UK, so it was legit. Cost about 3something canadian (shipping included). Warrenty included, as well as box, manuel, etc. Shipping only took about 1week.

The top portion of the dial looks real "thick," the rubber part in the stock pictures, but in real life its not so. If you guys want more pics, lemme know, I can take more. Still "awwwing" over this watch, hehe

I saw this watch today at a jewellers in Watertown NY. It's very nice "in real life" however, and don't kill me, if I remember correctly it was on sale at this Jeweller for around $200 for their independance day sales event. I may be wrong though....so don't get mad, as I was looking for diver watches.

[CanadaBoy]

Very nice watch Embolus... gives off a very powerful feel. I'm no pro with watches, so do you mind sharing the model # or style of the watch?

I'm liking that watch as well CanadaBoy. I'm a fan of the skeleton watches; if I had the money, I would buy a few just for show. Can't really see myself wearing one on a regular basis, so if I were to buy one, it would have to wait until after I've bought a few more "regular" watches first.

This is the piece I'm eying at the moment. It would be my first solid watch.

http://www.skywatches.com.sg/watches/images/SNL038P1.jpg[/img]
http://i2.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/d5/1a/62cc_10.JPG[/img]
http://www.worldlux.com/products/seiko/_watch/couturakineticchrono/thumbnail1.jpg[/img]

I don't know which colour I want yet, but I'm leaning towards the silver one at the moment. I hope to have it by the end of the summer so, we'll see.

$20 for the watch that I posted :P Shipped :cheesygri

I might buy it.

[CanadaBoy]

What do you watch lovers think of this watch? :cheesygri

http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/7043/98226ba0.jpg

[sPiKyAZN]

I saw that on deal extreme...might pick one up for fun it looks kinda cool for $20.

The subdial with no hands looks really weird though.

[burnt_toast]

I saw that on deal extreme...might pick one up for fun it looks kinda cool for $20.

The subdial with no hands looks really weird though.

$20?? so, is it safe to assume the moving parts are for show and this is a quartz watch?
for $20 how does it compare to a cheapo timex?

[sPiKyAZN]

$20?? so, is it safe to assume the moving parts are for show and this is a quartz watch?
for $20 how does it compare to a cheapo timex?

I know next to nothing about this watch, here's the product page:

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.14045

It says mechanical and self winding, but who knows what kind of crappy movement is in this. For $20 I doubt you're getting anything too nice.

[rfdrfd]

I know next to nothing about this watch, here's the product page:

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.14045

It says mechanical and self winding, but who knows what kind of crappy movement is in this. For $20 I doubt you're getting anything too nice.

I guess its fine if you don't mind wasting the $20 bucks. Its not much of anything. Doesn't look real, doesn't look great.

I hope it keeps time. That's the last thing you want, is a cheapo watch causing you to be late for a train, bus, gf/bf or an interview !!

[kramerz80]

Just picked this one up... I've always liked Fossil watches... not sure about their mechanics/durability though... any thoughts?

http://s7ondemand7.scene7.com/is/image/FossilPartners/ME1012_main?$fossil_detail$

[ronny1980]

Just picked this one up... I've always liked Fossil watches... not sure about their mechanics/durability though... any thoughts?

http://s7ondemand7.scene7.com/is/image/FossilPartners/ME1012_main?$fossil_detail$

I like it. Where and how much?

[Broli's Mom]

Anyone know of a place that has a good variety of G-Shock watches in Toronto? I am interested in the GW-9200 Riseman that was just released.

[kramerz80]

I like it. Where and how much?

I got it at the Fossil store in Yorkdale, came out to just under $200 with taxes... I see it on fossil.com for $120 though I dont know if they ship to Canada...

[brutal]

I would love to buy a Breightling

[sonick]

IWC!!!

http://www.europastar.com/europastar/photos/03_2006/magazine206/gall_IWC206.jpg

But alas, my budget only allows for a Seiko 5:

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/373/watchht1.jpg

[rfdrfd]

IWC!!!

But alas, my budget only allows for a Seiko 5:




Close enough !!! :cheesygri :cheesygri :cheesygri


My favorite IWC is the TOP GUN

http://www.horomundi.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1512

(Excuse the hair - not mine)
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h238/vikenb/IWC/TopGun2.jpg

[sonick]

Ohyeah, watch lovers might be interested in this Watch Porn thread in another forum: http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=36253

[JC69]

I just ordered this...

http://cdn.overstock.com/images/products/L10677164.jpg


OK..update...received watch today, so it arrived in about 5 days or so by USPS expedited (this was across the Canada Day long weekend too). No extra fees or charges to pay. Watch is brand new, comes with full warranty and it's a beauty.

Can thus highly recommend Amazon.com for watches. If anyone is interested I'll locate the actual dealer that the watch comes from.

[vladmol]

IWC!!!

http://www.europastar.com/europastar/photos/03_2006/magazine206/gall_IWC206.jpg

But alas, my budget only allows for a Seiko 5:

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/373/watchht1.jpg



Nice to see a fellow styleforum-er here

[jcoltage]

http://www.tp178.com/tjn/iwc/gk/iwcprada.jpg

[vric]

$20?? so, is it safe to assume the moving parts are for show and this is a quartz watch?
for $20 how does it compare to a cheapo timex?

Nah.. Asian Automatic movement cost about $6 to get (and someone is making money on this price :p)

For $20, you can't be wrong, but don't think it will last forever :p

[burnt_toast]

Nah.. Asian Automatic movement cost about $6 to get (and someone is making money on this price :p)

For $20, you can't be wrong, but don't think it will last forever :p

im not getting it. i was just wondering...

[burnt_toast]

are the Orient Watches the "Higher" class of Citizen?
and what are your thoughts on it?

[warpdrive]

I had it switched to a black dial at the same time, it was originally a white dial, but I decided to swap for a black for a more sporty look. Rolex Canada does a great job with repolishing the case and it looks like a new watch again

http://img112.imageshack.us/img112/2881/rolexblack1ic3.th.jpg (http://img112.imageshack.us/my.php?image=rolexblack1ic3.jpg)

[najibs]

I had it switched to a black dial at the same time, they do a great job with repolishing the case and it looks like a new watch again

http://img112.imageshack.us/img112/2881/rolexblack1ic3.th.jpg (http://img112.imageshack.us/my.php?image=rolexblack1ic3.jpg)

I think the '5 year' service rule is a bit over-rated. I think it's Rolex's way to get you to pay $600 every 5 years. These watches are so well made they could easily run 12+ years without servicing.

My 8 year old GMT-Master II still looks like new, and I've never had it serviced, nor do I intend to until it's at least 10-12 years old.

One thing you can't complain about is when Rolex sends you the watch back. It always looks like it's brand spanking new, as if it just came out of the dealer's showcase.

[warpdrive]

I think the '5 year' service rule is a bit over-rated. I think it's Rolex's way to get you to pay $600 every 5 years. These watches are so well made they could easily run 12+ years without servicing.

My 8 year old GMT-Master II still looks like new, and I've never had it serviced, nor do I intend to until it's at least 10-12 years old.

One thing you can't complain about is when Rolex sends you the watch back. It always looks like it's brand spanking new, as if it just came out of the dealer's showcase.

My rule of thumb for servicing is: if the running rate changes in any way, it's time to get it serviced. If it's running fine, then hold off, but get it checked out if you notice that it's starting to deviate in its accuracy.

Actually, it's $400 for a full overhaul for the Exp II. It was running slightly erratically which is a real sign that it needed a cleaning and relube because the oils were starting to dry out. 5 years is actually a bit too soon in most cases, but my watch is actually almost 7 and there were periods when the watch sat in a drawer which probably let the oils dry out sooner.

The Rolex service is actually a pretty decent deal considering the care they take to refinish the watch. Most other manufacturers will charge similar rates (*cough* Omega/Swatch) and not even do any refinishing unless you explicitly pay for it.

[kev604]

I had it switched to a black dial at the same time, it was originally a white dial, but I decided to swap for a black for a more sporty look. Rolex Canada does a great job with repolishing the case and it looks like a new watch again

http://img112.imageshack.us/img112/2881/rolexblack1ic3.th.jpg (http://img112.imageshack.us/my.php?image=rolexblack1ic3.jpg)


How much did Rolex charge you to replace it with a black dial?
How does the servicing work. Do you take it to a authorized Rolex retailer and they send it in for you? Does Rolex send the watch back to you directly or what??
I own a very lightly worn two tone Rolex for 10 years that I should get serviced.

[warpdrive]

How much did Rolex charge you to replace it with a black dial?
How does the servicing work. Do you take it to a authorized Rolex retailer and they send it in for you? Does Rolex send the watch back to you directly or what??
I own a very lightly worn two tone Rolex for 10 years that I should get serviced.

You can just send it in yourself. They will give you an estimate after examining the watch. For my wife's stainless/white gold model, the estimate was $390+tax. They will send it back to you for a set fee ($25 for me to Ottawa). You can go through a dealer but you will pay the same or more.

For the Exp II, Rolex charges $350 for the dial change service but you don't get to keep the old dial. They also change the hands to match (since the black faced model uses different colour hands). I believe that they will allow any colour change as long as that colour is normally available on that model. Of course, upgrading to a fancier dial can cost a lot more (eg. if you want to upgrade to a mother of pearl dial for example)

In the US, they don't actually allow dial changes any more on the sports models.
Here is how the watch used to look. After living with the white dial, I thought it would be fun to change the dial colour to give it a more sporty look, combined with the refinishing. It really does feel like a new watch in every way.

http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/6754/canon026ly4.th.jpg (http://img396.imageshack.us/my.php?image=canon026ly4.jpg)

[jcoltage]

oh man that is beautiful Warp... the black face is sooo much better than the white face it looks like a new rolex - 350 well spent.

[warpdrive]

thanks jcoltage. It turned out real well.
http://img377.imageshack.us/img377/1237/rolex076ya8.th.jpg (http://img377.imageshack.us/my.php?image=rolex076ya8.jpg)

[najibs]

Actually, it's $400 for a full overhaul for the Exp II.

Really? That actually sounds quite good, compared to the new US price increase on Rolex service, in excess of $500. Heck, even Omega charges $500 for overhauling a Speedmaster.

Did you sent it to the Rolex service center here in Toronto, on St.Clair?

[tmash]

thanks jcoltage. It turned out real well.
http://img377.imageshack.us/img377/1237/rolex076ya8.th.jpg (http://img377.imageshack.us/my.php?image=rolex076ya8.jpg)

Maybe I'm just stupid and naive...but why are there 4 hands on your watch?:confused:

[warpdrive]

Maybe I'm just stupid and naive...but why are there 4 hands on your watch?:confused:

the red hand is 24 hour second time zone (you read it by looking at the 24 hour numbers on the bezel, in this case it's pointing to nearly 16:00h). You can change the hour hand without affecting the minute hand for people that change time zones often.

[warpdrive]

Did you sent it to the Rolex service center here in Toronto, on St.Clair?
yes I just walked into the St Clair center and dropped it off and then had lunch at the Hero burger across the street (don't have any of those here in Ottawa)

[rogerrabbit168]

yes I just walked into the St Clair center and dropped it off and then had lunch at the Hero burger across the street (don't have any of those here in Ottawa)

so were you able to pick it up the same day? I always thought that it will take Rolex Canada a few days to return your watch, even a simple verification, they say it will take 7 business days

[phiLLy11]

Probably my Crooks & Castles x Know1edge watch.

I don't own a lot, but I'm thinking of picking up a nice Tag or another "respectable/reputable" brand watch though.

Anybody have any suggestions? I'm 18 BTW, so nothing too old-fashioned and such. - I'm willing to spend around up to $500~ for a nice watch, possibly more.

[groo]

so were you able to pick it up the same day? I always thought that it will take Rolex Canada a few days to return your watch, even a simple verification, they say it will take 7 business days


I always thought that I'd have to be without my watch for a few days at the very least too. I have a scratch on the side of my case that I'd love to get buffed out. Maybe it's time to drive down there and see what they can do.

[weedb0y]

Probably my Crooks & Castles x Know1edge watch.

I don't own a lot, but I'm thinking of picking up a nice Tag or another "respectable/reputable" brand watch though.

Anybody have any suggestions? I'm 18 BTW, so nothing too old-fashioned and such. - I'm willing to spend around up to $500~ for a nice watch, possibly more.

Since you are 18, it makes no sense to spend upto $500 on a watch. Save $250. Spend half as much on a decent Chrono Seiko/Citizen.

:)

fargotime.com is your first good stop!

[phiLLy11]

Since you are 18, it makes no sense to spend upto $500 on a watch. Save $250. Spend half as much on a decent Chrono Seiko/Citizen.

:)

fargotime.com is your first good stop!

Hmm, I guess that is true.

I was looking at Tags, I was trying to get across that I would spend around $500~ for a Tag if I found one that I liked per say.

I probably wouldn't spend that much money on anything else, hah.

So you'd recommend Chrono Seiko or Citizen? Any other brands?

[burnt_toast]

Hmm, I guess that is true.

I was looking at Tags, I was trying to get across that I would spend around $500~ for a Tag if I found one that I liked per say.

I probably wouldn't spend that much money on anything else, hah.

So you'd recommend Chrono Seiko or Citizen? Any other brands?

i dont think you can get a $500 tag, rolex, omega... but i say if your budget is $500, then use it all... yes you are young, but at this point you have more disposable income than maybe later on... at $500, you can get good decent watches... TISSOT comes to mind...

[rfdrfd]

i dont think you can get a $500 tag, rolex, omega... but i say if your budget is $500, then use it all... yes you are young, but at this point you have more disposable income than maybe later on... at $500, you can get good decent watches... TISSOT comes to mind...

I'd also throw in Swiss Army/Military/Victorinox.

Go to the Giant Warehouse sale or the Swiss HQ sale. HUGE savings. I bought 3 Swiss Army watches from there, $400 marked down to $80. Others were equally as good. 100% authentic, esp. if you go to the Swiss HQ on Hwy 7 (East Beaver Creek). That's the actual building of Swiss goods.

[burnt_toast]

I'd also throw in Swiss Army/Military/Victorinox.

Go to the Giant Warehouse sale or the Swiss HQ sale. HUGE savings. I bought 3 Swiss Army watches from there, $400 marked down to $80. Others were equally as good. 100% authentic, esp. if you go to the Swiss HQ on Hwy 7 (East Beaver Creek). That's the actual building of Swiss goods.

where exactly? is this year round?

[kev604]

You can just send it in yourself. They will give you an estimate after examining the watch. For my wife's stainless/white gold model, the estimate was $390+tax. They will send it back to you for a set fee ($25 for me to Ottawa). You can go through a dealer but you will pay the same or more.

For the Exp II, Rolex charges $350 for the dial change service but you don't get to keep the old dial. They also change the hands to match (since the black faced model uses different colour hands). I believe that they will allow any colour change as long as that colour is normally available on that model. Of course, upgrading to a fancier dial can cost a lot more (eg. if you want to upgrade to a mother of pearl dial for example)

In the US, they don't actually allow dial changes any more on the sports models.
Here is how the watch used to look. After living with the white dial, I thought it would be fun to change the dial colour to give it a more sporty look, combined with the refinishing. It really does feel like a new watch in every way.

http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/6754/canon026ly4.th.jpg (http://img396.imageshack.us/my.php?image=canon026ly4.jpg)


Thanks.
I have a Breitling that I wear as my everyday watch which is not as old as my Rolex but is in more need of servicing so I'll have to take care of that first. I might consider having the dial on my Breitling changed from the current grey to black if it's possible. I never knew you can have the dial changed, how did you know about this did you hear from someone or you just asked them.

[poedua]

Probably my Crooks & Castles x Know1edge watch.

I don't own a lot, but I'm thinking of picking up a nice Tag or another "respectable/reputable" brand watch though.

Anybody have any suggestions? I'm 18 BTW, so nothing too old-fashioned and such. - I'm willing to spend around up to $500~ for a nice watch, possibly more.

How can you afford a $500 watch ........at 18 ?

Shouldn't you be saving money for better things - like the cost of university ?:confused:

[stephen1]

http://www.citizenwatch.com/collections/images/larger/Eco-Drive%20180/bm0560_57e.jpg
My current main watch is this Citizen Eco-Drive. All stainless steel, and the face is a solar panel which serves to recharge the battery.

I have another stainless steel Citizen with a manual movement, but that one is more of a dress watch, and less sporty looking.

Next on the agenda is probably an Omega Seamaster.

Hows the Eco-Drive feature working out? I've read about people with issues finding enough lighting to keep the charge. Have you ever encountered any problems with loss of charge?

[phiLLy11]

How can you afford a $500 watch ........at 18 ?

Shouldn't you be saving money for better things - like the cost of university ?:confused:

I've been working every summer, and I tend to save all of my allowance and lunch money that's been given to me for virtually all of high school lol.

Don't really spend that much money, i've just gone through what i've saved, and it's a pretty decent amount.

Thought it's about time that I splurge a bit. My parent's gift to me for graduating was paying for university. They had like an education savings plan set aside, so they've been putting money into it for like 18 years, and now I receive enough money from the plan every year to cover tuition.

So you're recommending that I buy a Swiss watch? They're very nice now that I look at them, and their quality is generally praised. I guess i'll head over there and check it out.

Do you know the exact location?

[burnt_toast]

So you're recommending that I buy a Swiss watch? They're very nice now that I look at them, and their quality is generally praised. I guess i'll head over there and check it out.

Do you know the exact location?

are you referring to this?

Fargo Time
Address: 835 Kipling Ave.,
Toronto, Ontario Canada M8Z 5G8

Telephone: (416) 236-1271
Fax: (416) 236-3271
Email Address: sales@fargotime.com

Showroom Hours:

Monday-Friday: 10:00 - 7:00
Closed on Friday: 12:30 - 2:30
Saturday: 10:00 - 6:00
Sunday: Closed

Web Addresses:
www.watchwholesale.com
www.fargotime.com

[najibs]

Here's my newest acquisition. Since they became discontinued, they're now in high demand...Took these pics yesterday on top of an old Breitling Chronolog...

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/B1-SQ/b11.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/B1-SQ/b15.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/B1-SQ/b13.jpg

[R8247]

^^^^

Wow.

[jcoltage]

I may switch sides in the campaign .. that is a fine looking watch.

[najibs]

I may switch sides in the campaign .. that is a fine looking watch.

Once I get the matching bracelet for it, it'll be even more pimp. Hopefully soon. I'm not a huge fan of the rubber strap, but for now, it'll do...

[burnt_toast]

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/vantecs/B1-SQ/b13.jpg

NICE... do you mind saying how much? thanks

[kev604]

Najibs, how much did you pay for the Breitling?

Edit, LOL somebody beat me to the question!

[najibs]

Najibs, how much did you pay for the Breitling?

Edit, LOL somebody beat me to the question!

I bought it second hand, from a collector. It was mint, and never used. Just under two grand.