Wristwatch collectors out there?

[larryinlc]

I love Steinhart. A great value and they have beautiful styles. If somehow I could grow my wrist, I would be wearing this one right now. But at 44mm and 16mm thick, it would look pretty goofy on my small arm.

[mosesbotbol]

GORGEOUS STEINHART!!!! I have been eyeballing these hard lately. Pretty damned good value for what you get.

Is it an automatic? Looks like a classic pilots watch with a onion crown, kind of like a Big Pilot chrono. 47 mm is huge!

[mithrilG60]

Is it an automatic? Looks like a classic pilots watch with a onion crown, kind of like a Big Pilot chrono. 47 mm is huge!

Like IWC's Big Pilot Chrono, the Steinhart Nav B-Chrono is based on the B-UHREN watches (http://www.calibremagazine.com/node/305) that 5 companies, including IWC, produced for Luffwaffe bomber pilots and navigators before and during WWII. Steinhart also makes a line of pure pilot watches that much more closely resemble the B-Uhren's. The diamond crown on the watch I ordered is actually historically accurate, the onion/pumpkin crown is a more uniform/round shape and is a modern addition to the pilot watch.

All of Steinhart watches (http://www.steinhartwatches.de/en/) are mechanical, some manual wind and some automatic. The one I've ordered is a mech auto chrono using the Valjoux 7750 movement. 47mm is on the larger side depending on your wrist size, but it's the 16.7mm height that's the large dimension on this watch. I have a 19.5cm wrist and find that anything under about 42mm looks lost on my arm. While obviously not my arm, this person is wearing the 47mm on a slightly smaller 19cm wrist:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f275/399002d1299350202-seeking-thoughts-steinhart-nav-b-chrono-47mm-dsc_1773_resized.jpg

Depending on how this purchase goes, and I have no doubts that the watch quality will be just as good as the watch forums say it is, I've got a feeling I'll be ordering this marine chronometer inspired manual wind as a dress watch. Hard to go wrong for 383Euro shipped.

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/highres/339633285mc2_R_02.jpg

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/highres/1824783798MCII_arab_06.jpg

[mosesbotbol]

The one I've ordered is a mech auto chrono using the Valjoux 7750 movement. 47mm is on the larger side depending on your wrist size, but it's the 16.7mm height that's the large dimension on this watch.

47mm is large, no matter how you cut it, but it's whether it looks foolish or not is the question. You have the wrist to carry it off. It would look out of place on me.

Looking at their site, I can't figure out where they are manufactured. It says Switzerland, but I can't find the factory address beyond just Jura. That's a well priced watch considering the movement alone may cost them $150-200 unfinished.

[mithrilG60]

Ya I'm not sure where exactly in Jura their factory is. They're also a small company so I would expect they contract to factory(s) which makes the pieces per design spec then ship them back to the small workshop in Augsburg, DE where Steinhart is based out of for final customizing/finishing and shipping.

Although growing quickly, Steinhart is still definitely a cult/boutique brand that doesn't have the presence or size that many of the other well established brands do. That comes with some perks though as the owner has also collaborated on several occasions with various watch enthusiast forums to create customized special editions for their members.

[mosesbotbol]

I am digging thier black dive watch. A friend of mine just PVD'd his Rolex Submariner the same way.

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/view/1775609980oceanblackdlc_01.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Just ordered one of these this morning; Steinhart Nav B-Chrono 47mm on brown leather strap with polished Pre-V as were as a second black leather strap with polished Pre-V. Now the waiting begins.... I have a feeling this will feel similar to when I ordered my Aristocrat from Bob.

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/953/p1010463y.jpg

http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/8779/p1010462.jpg


wearing this buckle:

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/highres/23120620baender_100.jpg

Love this watch! :tu

[Wolfgang]

Just ordered a ploprof mesh band for my black monster.

[emopunker2004]

Knocked another link out of my android yesterday, now it fits properly. Still heavy as f*ck though, but i love it.

[Blak Smyth]

Knocked another link out of my android yesterday, now it fits properly. Still heavy as f*ck though, but i love it.

I like a heavy watch :tu

[emopunker2004]

You should pick one up Shane.
I want this one, it's automatic and has tritium vials instead of glow paint
http://www.shopnbc.com/Android_Men_s_Divemaster_Enforcer_T100_Automatic_B racelet_Watch/607-415.aspx?storeid=1&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&prop=Watches|229&prop=Android|475&prop=Men's%20Watches|472&prop=Stainless%20Steel|1265

[Islayphile]

Like IWC's Big Pilot Chrono, the Steinhart Nav B-Chrono is based on the B-UHREN watches (http://www.calibremagazine.com/node/305) that 5 companies, including IWC, produced for Luffwaffe bomber pilots and navigators before and during WWII. Steinhart also makes a line of pure pilot watches that much more closely resemble the B-Uhren's. The diamond crown on the watch I ordered is actually historically accurate, the onion/pumpkin crown is a more uniform/round shape and is a modern addition to the pilot watch.

All of Steinhart watches (http://www.steinhartwatches.de/en/) are mechanical, some manual wind and some automatic. The one I've ordered is a mech auto chrono using the Valjoux 7750 movement. 47mm is on the larger side depending on your wrist size, but it's the 16.7mm height that's the large dimension on this watch. I have a 19.5cm wrist and find that anything under about 42mm looks lost on my arm. While obviously not my arm, this person is wearing the 47mm on a slightly smaller 19cm wrist:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f275/399002d1299350202-seeking-thoughts-steinhart-nav-b-chrono-47mm-dsc_1773_resized.jpg

Depending on how this purchase goes, and I have no doubts that the watch quality will be just as good as the watch forums say it is, I've got a feeling I'll be ordering this marine chronometer inspired manual wind as a dress watch. Hard to go wrong for 383Euro shipped.

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/highres/339633285mc2_R_02.jpg

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/data/shop_data/bilder/highres/1824783798MCII_arab_06.jpg

Nice watch

I've been eyeing up a Laco recently

[Blak Smyth]

You should pick one up Shane.
I want this one, it's automatic and has tritium vials instead of glow paint
http://www.shopnbc.com/Android_Men_s_Divemaster_Enforcer_T100_Automatic_B racelet_Watch/607-415.aspx?storeid=1&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&prop=Watches|229&prop=Android|475&prop=Men's%20Watches|472&prop=Stainless%20Steel|1265

I would if I had "Watch money", saving for some more smokes -(P

Justin, check out this deal!
http://www.shopnbc.com/Invicta_Men_s_Subaqua_Sport_Set_of_Three_Quartz_Ch ronograph_Bracelet_Watches_w_3_Slot_Dive_Case/617-703.aspx?storeid=1&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&prop=Watches|229&prop=Men's Watches|472&icid=DN-_-WATCHES-_-MENS

[mithrilG60]

Nice watch

I've been eyeing up a Laco recently

Laco makes some beautiful pilots too, closer to historically accurate than the Steinharts as well. I looked at Laco's but just couldn't justify spending 1600€ on a watch right now. You do get what you pay for and the Laco's are better quality again, but it is what it is. As it stands my Steinhart will cost almost the same as my Aristocrat did last year. Thank god my wife doesn't blink at these things... her exact comment was "Would you stop obsessing and just order the damn watch already!!". The one thing she did have me change was to requested the satin/brushed finish buckles instead of the polished :r

Hoping to get a FedEx number on Monday and if all goes well I should have it sometime mid to late next week :noon

[emopunker2004]

I would if I had "Watch money", saving for some more smokes -(P

Justin, check out this deal!
http://www.shopnbc.com/Invicta_Men_s_Subaqua_Sport_Set_of_Three_Quartz_Ch ronograph_Bracelet_Watches_w_3_Slot_Dive_Case/617-703.aspx?storeid=1&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&prop=Watches|229&prop=Men's Watches|472&icid=DN-_-WATCHES-_-MENS

Shane everything on shop NBC is on flex pay so you're looking at $40 a month x 6 months. Just saying

That 3 watch set's a good deal but I'd only wear one cuz i dont like the gold or rose gold color so that'd be a waste

[Blak Smyth]

http://www.woot.com/offers/invicta-russian-diver-skeleton-watch

Woot Invicta Watch Today!!!
Invicta Russian Diver Skeleton Watch

$89.99

http://d3gqasl9vmjfd8.cloudfront.net/7b044531-d673-4e45-bcb2-f8b8a3065ed5.png

[s15driftking]

added diamonds

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/539441_10101032058623274_341966535_n.jpg

[mosesbotbol]

Well, I ended up getting my girlfriend something less fancy than I had intended.

This Steinhart kind of fell in my lap and I thought she'd like the size (37 mm) and colors. It's automatic with a deployment buckle and a "case protector" that comes off.

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh39/mosesbotbol/steinhartfront.jpg

http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh39/mosesbotbol/steinhartside.jpg

[mithrilG60]

Where'd you find that one? Must be a discontinued or limited model and as I don't see it anywhere on their site (or anything as small either)?

[mosesbotbol]

Where'd you find that one? Must be a discontinued or limited model and as I don't see it anywhere on their site (or anything as small either)?

It is NIB from an auction site.

[mithrilG60]

Was it the only one? PM me the link if it wasn't? Thanks

[jsnake]

I want a good automatic skeleton watch and it has to be large. I love my Invicta watches but want to try some others out. Probably won't pick anything up until Christmas but I always look. They opened a Home Goods/T.J. Maxx by my house and they have a fantastic watch section with really good prices.

[emopunker2004]

Anyone into invicta watches, they are running an event this week on shopnbc, also 6 valuepays on all watches

[dijit]

I may have to check this out and add a 4th invicta to my collection.

Anyone into invicta watches, they are running an event this week on shopnbc, also 6 valuepays on all watches

[dijit]

May have to make one of these my next addition.

http://www.woot.com/offers/invicta-russian-diver-skeleton-watch

Woot Invicta Watch Today!!!
Invicta Russian Diver Skeleton Watch

$89.99

http://d3gqasl9vmjfd8.cloudfront.net/7b044531-d673-4e45-bcb2-f8b8a3065ed5.png

[emopunker2004]

I may have to check this out and add a 4th invicta to my collection.

I'm a big fan of my Grand Diver Auto and I really want a Subaqua Noma. Some of the Android line of watches are nice too.

I have the Grand Diver in the strap, wouldnt mind one in a SS bracelet.

[mithrilG60]

.... and Nav B-Chrono #488 arrived today. the 47mm size seems to suit my 19.5cm (7.67") wrist quite nicely. I've already figured out how to flick my wrist and start the Valjoux wobble ;)

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/nav-b-chrono01.jpg

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/nav-b-chrono02.jpg

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/nav-b-chrono03.jpg

[hammondc]

Love it.

[larryinlc]

Something a little different. A dress watch from Nomos in Glashutte Germany.

http://soochx.org/images/tetra1.jpg

http://soochx.org/images/tetra2.jpg

[Pilon]

Got this guy in the mail today for daily wear. Got it for $104 shipped brand new. Seiko SNZF15

http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg418/traviskringle/p_122788.jpg

[dijit]

Had one very similar to this for years. Probably my longest lasting watch. Had it for more than 10 years and gave it to my son.

Got this guy in the mail today for daily wear. Got it for $104 shipped brand new. Seiko SNZF15

http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg418/traviskringle/p_122788.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Something a little different. A dress watch from Nomos in Glashutte Germany.

http://soochx.org/images/tetra1.jpg

http://soochx.org/images/tetra2.jpg

WOW that is gorgeous!!!

[mosesbotbol]

WOW that is gorgeous!!!

Germans are making some nice watches for sure!

[mithrilG60]

Started breaking in the black band yesterday.

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/nav-b-chrono04.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Started breaking in the black band yesterday.

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/nav-b-chrono04.jpg

Show off!



JK that is gorgeous!

[Apoco]

...oh my...

http://uncrate.com/p/2010/04/devon-tread-1-xl.jpg

and a video of it working:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-7AyF6aAIs

But don't get your hopes up. It is about $17k :td

[emopunker2004]

It hurts my head just looking at it

[BHalbrooks]

Even watching it change minutes is enough to draw my attention for hours.

[Blak Smyth]

Devon tread is insane movement!

[mithrilG60]

One final pic that's at least semi related to the purpose of the board ;)

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/stein-scotch-robaina-full.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

One final pic that's at least semi related to the purpose of the board ;)

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/stein-scotch-robaina-full.jpg

Yah that is beautiful! Nice ashtray too!

[elderboy02]

Here is my favorite watch.

Breitling Seawolf Avenger Titanium Yellow Dial:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/Breitling%20Seawolf%20Avenger/20121120_083811-1.jpg


http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/Breitling%20Seawolf%20Avenger/20121120_083913-1.jpg

[dijit]

Added the invicta 2220 Lupah to my collection, thanks Ron, Only 18 more invictas and two bonus checks to my Breitling!

[RWhisenand]

Here is my favorite watch.

Breitling Seawolf Avenger Titanium Yellow Dial:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/Breitling%20Seawolf%20Avenger/20121120_083811-1.jpg


http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/Breitling%20Seawolf%20Avenger/20121120_083913-1.jpg

Love that watch! My everyday wearer is a Breitling SuperOcean with a black face. That yellow sure looks cool!

[RWhisenand]

Here's a pic:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/IMG_1602.jpg

Maybe the best looking watch I own, a Seiko Honda F1 with carbon fiber face:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/IMG_1705.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very nice!

[Tallman]

Everyday wear is an $80 Timex. The ONLY cool thing about this watch is the orange face. I own a Submariner that I bought in 1982-it's been with me thru thick And thin. It's promised to my son when he graduates next May, so I don't wear it much anymore. I'm looking for a diver style watch with an orange face. I've been looking at the Seiko Orange Monster. Does anyone know of a better alternative in the same general price range? Thank you.

[RWhisenand]

Everyday wear is an $80 Timex. The ONLY cool thing about this watch is the orange face. I own a Submariner that I bought in 1982-it's been with me thru thick And thin. It's promised to my son when he graduates next May, so I don't wear it much anymore. I'm looking for a diver style watch with an orange face. I've been looking at the Seiko Orange Monster. Does anyone know of a better alternative in the same general price range? Thank you.

I don't think you could go wrong with an Orange Monster! I sure would like to get one someday.

[PearlS4]

Everyday wear is an $80 Timex. The ONLY cool thing about this watch is the orange face. I own a Submariner that I bought in 1982-it's been with me thru thick And thin. It's promised to my son when he graduates next May, so I don't wear it much anymore. I'm looking for a diver style watch with an orange face. I've been looking at the Seiko Orange Monster. Does anyone know of a better alternative in the same general price range? Thank you.

They make a Mini-monster (or Neo as in new), of which I own, for a reasonable price. Still has the orange face, just not rated to as much depth.

[Robulous78]

This is my daily wearer... Victorianox Basecamp... Comes with a LIFETIME warranty. I have had a few minor issues here and there, ship it to Switzerland and they ship it back in 2 weeks... has paid for itself 1000x over...

http://www.victorinox.com/medias/sys_master/celum_assets/8813978877982_TIM_241466__000_S1_21061_psd_1.jpg?1

Mine is actually the model that came before this one... Black face with red and white accents... I think it looks better then this subdued stainless face

[Periferius]

Everyday watch is a Submariner, formal dress a Patek Philippe, for the rest: a Piquette and several Victorinox and of course my faithfull GI Marathon H3.

[mosesbotbol]

Everyday watch is a Submariner, formal dress a Patek Philippe, for the rest: a Piquette and several Victorinox and of course my faithfull GI Marathon H3.

Which Patek do you own?

[Periferius]

Which Patek do you own?

Golden Ellipse 5738P.

I like simple watches.

[papichulo]

My daily wearers are a Nite or Luminox Seal.

[mosesbotbol]

Golden Ellipse 5738P.

I like simple watches.

It's amazing the valuation Patek watches have had over the last 15 years. They went from very expensive to way-way-expensive, I think due to Chinese market. Good investment watch.

[Periferius]

Good investment watch.

Not to sound disagreeable, but that is never a good reason to buy something.

[Remo]

Cigars have quelled my watch buying. Currently down to a Solar G-Shock (for work) and my Helson Shark Diver.

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[larryinlc]

I buy and wear wristwatches for fun and not investing. I do invest in old pocketwatches, especially when I can save one from the gold melters. Here is a 120 year old 18s Waltham in 14k that was destined to be melted down for the gold. I couldn't let that happen to this beautiful case. It's so fine that I think it spent most of it's life stored away in a sock drawer. You just don't see them in this condition anymore. The cost to recreate a case like this today would be outrageous and I just can't believe that anybody would be willing to destroy this piece of history for greenbacks. That's me though, I'm different.:)

Larry

http://soochx.org/images/gold1-1.jpg

http://soochx.org/images/gold3.jpg

http://soochx.org/images/gold4.jpg

[Periferius]

I buy and wear wristwatches for fun and not investing. I do invest in old pocketwatches, especially when I can save one from the gold melters. Here is a 120 year old 18s Waltham in 14k that was destined to be melted down for the gold. I couldn't let that happen to this beautiful case. It's so fine that I think it spent most of it's life stored away in a sock drawer. You just don't see them in this condition anymore. The cost to recreate a case like this today would be outrageous and I just can't believe that anybody would be willing to destroy this piece of history for greenbacks. That's me though, I'm different.:)

Larry


I lift my hat for you Sir.

[mosesbotbol]

Not to sound disagreeable, but that is never a good reason to buy something.

Well there are a few marques if you buy them right, you won't lose money I should've said. Replacement cost are higher than when originally bought. Heck, I can sell my IWC used for more than I paid for it 15 years ago...

It'll be interesting to see how the market goes with Eta remaining exclusvie to Swatch group brands. Several marques have been scrambling to find replacements that'll be a direct fit. Tooling for a new case, and movement parts are $$$.

[dijit]

I think I agree with dont buy a watch as an investment. While I cant afford a $10k fashion statement (yet), there are many things that appreciate faster than watches or even Gold. Ferrari's come quickly to mind the used ones often sell for double what they were new 2 years ago.

[mosesbotbol]

Ferrari's come quickly to mind the used ones often sell for double what they were new 2 years ago.

Which one's would those be? Considering ownership costs including insurance, salex tas and yearly excise tax... Maybe only the top of the range models could be true, and it's certainly not double.

[dijit]

Which one's would those be? Considering ownership costs including insurance, salex tas and yearly excise tax... Maybe only the top of the range models could be true, and it's certainly not double.

This is based on what I read and was told by a former astronaut David Wolf and a former CEO for Conseco. In 2008 they both got on the new car waiting list. They did not share which models they were waiting for only that the new car price with applicable taxes and fees would be around $110K each and that resale on the cars were around $180K to $210K. A quick search for current prices shows a less positive move but the 458 italia 2010 model retail new $225k and used resale $264k. Excise tax is state dependent since not all states have excise tax on licensing auto's. Sales tax I am sure they did not include. However since that is a constant and based again on the state you live or register the car in can range from 0% to 10% or even more it would be very difficult to factor in.

[dijit]

Which one's would those be? Considering ownership costs including insurance, salex tas and yearly excise tax... Maybe only the top of the range models could be true, and it's certainly not double.

Sorry misquoted the new car price for the 458 Italia. Invoice price was actually $191K current MSRP is $225K and current used retail actual price $264K still not quite what I was told several years ago but also not bad.

[mosesbotbol]

Sorry misquoted the new car price for the 458 Italia. Invoice price was actually $191K current MSRP is $225K and current used retail actual price $264K still not quite what I was told several years ago but also not bad.

The other problem, even if one were to have 200K handy, it's not so easy to just buy a new Ferrari at the dealer. Their market cap allows them to be choosy who gets to buy new cars and how long the minimum ownership can be. If everyone just bought a new Ferrari and flipped it, the dealer would just increase the price.

If you want to hold something for several years, Cristal and Dom Perignon always increase in value and everyone can buy at it the same price when current at Costco, etc... See how much a 20 year old DP goes for compared to a current offering!

[dijit]

The other problem, even if one were to have 200K handy, it's not so easy to just buy a new Ferrari at the dealer. Their market cap allows them to be choosy who gets to buy new cars and how long the minimum ownership can be. If everyone just bought a new Ferrari and flipped it, the dealer would just increase the price.

If you want to hold something for several years, Cristal and Dom Perignon always increase in value and everyone can buy at it the same price when current at Costco, etc... See how much a 20 year old DP goes for compared to a current offering!

Very few US Ferrari dealerships have new Ferrari's and it still allows them to be very picky with their clientele. Typically a prospective buyer would need to contact Ferrari sales directly through the manufacturer and decide to apply for the wait list and if it will be a dealer pickup or a factory pickup. The few Ferrari owners I have been able to converse with have stated that typically the factory encourages them to remain on the new car wait list even after purchase and to trade in the approximately 2 year old car. Typically this results in the owner being paid for their used car between 8 and 50% more than original sticker price. Dom or Cristal both are also subject to the year to determine the price both new and aged. This is determined by the acidity of the grape based on the rainfall and relative humidity fluctuations in the region. Too much moisture can cause the grape to be too sweet making the flavor flat too little can make the grape too tart making the wine too sharp or dry. Or maybe I have those backwards.

[Periferius]

Nothing beats a fly down to Maranello and then driving home.

[mosesbotbol]

Nothing beats a fly down to Maranello and then driving home.

That would be awesome; European delivery. Ferrari is one of our clients and few co-workers have had quite the tour of the factory.

[dijit]

That would be awesome; European delivery. Ferrari is one of our clients and few co-workers have had quite the tour of the factory.

That is a tour I would love to take as well! with or without the drive home.

[irratebass]

Got me an Invicta!!!!!

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/E9865692-BED8-4B89-851D-0BEF79E1A9DC-4203-0000038975D4E4DC.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/B7158844-6298-4379-B2FC-37F77EF1D068-4203-0000038982A9A661.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/58CDCDB4-9696-475B-B462-58DA86421166-4203-00000389906702A3.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/7401B83B-1104-458B-BD67-609710F27C40-4203-0000038998CF573E.jpg

[Robulous78]

HULK of a watch.... Really sturdy looking... :tu

[Don Fernando]

sweet, I love Invicta, glad I bought one from Neuron recently

[Remo]

Sold my Helson, back to a Seiko SKX007

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[Remo]

Dressed up the 007 today on the bracelet :tu

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i rock a sturhling now that i just got. im waiting for my diesel to get here. ive been looking at invitica and a few others. for great watches at a good price check out worldofwatches (http://www.worldofwatches.com/)

[PearlS4]

Planet Ocean
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=948&pictureid=7573

[blank]

i just got my mom a Akribos XXIV Women's White Dial White Ceramic and my little bro a Invicta Men's Corduba Blue Dial Black Leather for Xmas

[emopunker2004]

Hey guys i know some of you are invicta fans. I put my Granddiver up in the WTS section.

[FelonyRuckus]

Casio G-Shock, Swiss Army, Ritmo, Gucci, Tag Heuer S/EL, Tag Heuer 6000, IWC DaVinci, Panerai 104, Rolex Yacht Master.

[Nathan]

Bought my first decent watch, a Victorinox. I couldn't get a good picture with my camera but found this online.

http://www.princetonwatches.com/images/watches/241494.jpg

[mosesbotbol]

Bought my first decent watch, a Victorinox. I couldn't get a good picture with my camera but found this online.

http://www.princetonwatches.com/images/watches/241494.jpg

Nice classic shape and colors. Quartz?

[Nathan]

Nice classic shape and colors. Quartz?

Thanks, yeah it is.

[Arval512]

I bought this as an early Christmas present for myself (That's a good excuse right?)

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/603312_10151378552742292_1134928864_n.jpg

It's a Movado Sapphire Synergy watch. It's an upgrade from my Bulova Claremont from their precisionist line. I wear a Casio G-Shock Mudman at work. I don't think there's a better work watch around, that thing has taken a beating.

[e-man67]

My wife got my this Rolex Submariner Date for my 40th this year. It is an 80's transitional model...I love it.

[e-man67]

I just got this in the mail yesterday...My Christmas present to myself. A Panerai 177 model. I love watches.

[elderboy02]

Very nice e-man! :tu

[Blak Smyth]

WOW Woot has U-Boat watches on sale, makes me wish I had a credit card!!!
http://www.woot.com/plus/u-boat-watches#

[Blak Smyth]

This is the one I would snag:
http://d3gqasl9vmjfd8.cloudfront.net/f0e1dc4e-a4ff-432e-a2aa-b3bbd1550756.jpg

[dijit]

This is the one I would snag:
http://d3gqasl9vmjfd8.cloudfront.net/f0e1dc4e-a4ff-432e-a2aa-b3bbd1550756.jpg

Interesting design!

[gettysburgfreak]

http://www.amazon.com/Bulova-Mens-98A118-aperture-Watch/dp/B004TAUFYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357484913&sr=8-1&keywords=bulova+98a118

This looks pretty nice for a watch on the cheaper side. I have the bulova star marine and wear it almost as much as my tag carrera.

[Blak Smyth]

Just ordered this Laco:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8388/8468184946_e1e48f2dd7.jpg

[Bondo 287]

Changed that question of mine to PM

[ky70]

I was a "crazy" watch guy, I loved dive watches and mostly hoarded seikos and micro brands for the past 4 years. But I got tired of the hobby and sold everything I had by the end of 2012 and now I only have a pilot watch and 1 micro brand diver (Armida).

I've got on the Armida today...
http://i693.photobucket.com/albums/vv291/ky70/Armida/image_zps30f2adf6.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

I was a "crazy" watch guy, I loved dive watches and mostly hoarded seikos and micro brands for the past 4 years. But I got tired of the hobby and sold everything I had by the end of 2012 and now I only have a pilot watch and 1 micro brand diver (Armida).

I've got on the Armida today...
http://i693.photobucket.com/albums/vv291/ky70/Armida/image_zps30f2adf6.jpg

Looks really nice! :tu

[mosesbotbol]

Looks really nice! :tu

Yes, it does. What kind of movement is it? Screw down crown?

[Blak Smyth]

Yes, it does. What kind of movement is it? Screw down crown?

From looking at the picture:
ARMIDA A4 2000m Diver ETA 2824-2

The Armida A4 2000m is a functional diver watch.
Its movement is a Swiss ETA2824-2
- 316l stainless steel case
- Blue dial and bezel - dial 2
- Brushed silver hands
- BGW9 lumed bezel, hour markers and hands
- 44 mm case diameter
- 45mm bezel diameter
- Lug to lug 54mm
- Lug distance 22mm
- Height 17mm
- Sapphire crystal 4 mm flat
- Anti reflective coating on the inside crystal
- 22mm steel bracelet and rubber strap
- Waterproof to 2000m/6600feet
- Screwed and signed crown 8mm
- 1 Year International Warranty

[mosesbotbol]

From looking at the picture:
ARMIDA A4 2000m Diver ETA 2824-2

The Armida A4 2000m is a functional diver watch.
Its movement is a Swiss ETA2824-2
- 316l stainless steel case
- Blue dial and bezel - dial 2
- Brushed silver hands
- BGW9 lumed bezel, hour markers and hands
- 44 mm case diameter
- 45mm bezel diameter
- Lug to lug 54mm
- Lug distance 22mm
- Height 17mm
- Sapphire crystal 4 mm flat
- Anti reflective coating on the inside crystal
- 22mm steel bracelet and rubber strap
- Waterproof to 2000m/6600feet
- Screwed and signed crown 8mm
- 1 Year International Warranty

Big watch. It has the main goodies you want in a watch. I wonder how long ago it was made? I thought ETA stopped supplying non Swatch brands. It could be that many manufacturers have good stock on movements still.

[Remo]

Armida has been around a year or two. Same Chinese cases most boutiques are using...Helson, Deep Blue, Wilson Watch Works, Kemmner....but they are still all nice watches :tu

[MurphysLaw]

Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

[ky70]

Armida has been around a year or two. Same Chinese cases most boutiques are using...Helson, Deep Blue, Wilson Watch Works, Kemmner....but they are still all nice watches :tu
Yep...and I've had many from the others you list above plus watches from other boutique brands (Benarus, Boschett, Halios, Prometheus and Precista) and some put out watches/cases not available from a another watch brand (which include Fricker cases)

[Blak Smyth]

Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

I almost bought a Hamilton, but went with the Laco because of the older looking style (Now I just gotta get a bomber jacket and goggles). I still really like those Hamiltons though.

[mithrilG60]

Big watch. It has the main goodies you want in a watch. I wonder how long ago it was made? I thought ETA stopped supplying non Swatch brands. It could be that many manufacturers have good stock on movements still.

ETA stopped supplying unfinished movements to non-Swatch Group companies, they still sell completed movements. "3rd party" companies like Steinhart still buy and use them, it just means more work if they want to put out special editions with highly decorated and/or unique metal finishes in the movements as the movement has to be disassembled and refinished.

[poker]

The wife & I agreed not to spend anything this Valentines day. Obviously she lied to me. Pics to follow....

[poker]

Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL

http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1623_zpsebbc38d6.jpg
http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1624_zps244ea514.jpg
God I love my wife :D

[Remo]

Down to the classic. Seiko SKX007.

13083

[Blak Smyth]

laco arrived yesterday, I love it.
Also my Maxmadco SS bolt action pen!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8476141480_8c300be940_c.jpg

[mosesbotbol]

Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo

http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1623_zpsebbc38d6.jpg
http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1624_zps244ea514.jpg
God I love my wife :D

Love that watch! Are you going to buy a bracelet for it too? How's the tire pressure gauge working? Can you show a few pictures of the gauge?

[poker]

Love that watch! Are you going to buy a bracelet for it too? How's the tire pressure gauge working? Can you show a few pictures of the gauge?

I'll snap a couple pics of the gauge when I get home later today. Havent tried out the gauge to see functionality or accuracy, but I remember seeing readings are only in bar.

[Big Bert]

oooooh fancy people out on the asylum :r :r

[mosesbotbol]

I'll snap a couple pics of the gauge when I get home later today. Havent tried out the gauge to see functionality or accuracy, but I remember seeing readings are only in bar.

Chopard is a great house for both jewelry and watches. The Mille has been a good success for them.

[poker]

Chopard is a great house for both jewelry, tire pressure guages and watches. The Mille has been a good success for them.

There fixed it for ya. :r

[poker]

Can you show a few pictures of the gauge?

as requested:
http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1627_zps0b36c11c.jpg
http://i401.photobucket.com/albums/pp96/poker_player/IMG_1626_zps177e4d76.jpg

[RWhisenand]

Anyone have a Seiko 5 Automatic? Been looking at two different models, the SNK805 and SNZG09. I really want the similar looking, and more expensive Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, but I'll have to settle for a Seiko for the time being.

I have one, its a little small for me but it runs great, and I love the clear case back. If you are interested, I'll make you a good deal on it as I rarely wear it anymore.

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8390/8484678479_133dfc8a8e_z.jpg

[MurphysLaw]

My wife surprised me with an early birthday present:
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/AE4BE4A2-EB30-4EEF-874D-A853EC6A3376-309-00000017C21BB98B_zps5bd3bf15.jpg

[RWhisenand]

Nice! Glad you got the one you wanted!

[RWhisenand]

Watch and smoke from last night.

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zps4e87f9de.jpg

[MurphysLaw]

Bad news today, I sent my Tag Heuer F1 Chrono in for a battery change, turns out the movement needs to be replaced. They want more than I paid for the watch, so I'm just having them send it back and I'll try to get a second opinion.

[emopunker2004]

Damn Brian. That sux bro. :sad

[mosesbotbol]

Bad news today, I sent my Tag Heuer F1 Chrono in for a battery change, turns out the movement needs to be replaced. They want more than I paid for the watch, so I'm just having them send it back and I'll try to get a second opinion.

Ouch. What's are issues with it?

[MurphysLaw]

Ouch. What's are issues with it?

Oil dried up and seized the movement I think, probably due to the case not being properly sealed after the last battery change (done at the same place) but I'm sure there's no way I can prove it to where they'll make it right.

[mosesbotbol]

Dried up oils does not mean a ruined movement unless sprockets have chewed teeth or something like that. They'd have to most likely disassemble the movement, parts wash it and reassemble.

If you don't mind me asking, how much is the watch worth in LNIB condition? How much was their quote? Was it Tag or an indy watch repair that gave you the quote?

[Yellow Cello]

I own two Reactors (great quality dive watches) and 1 Skagen (dress watch)

[MurphysLaw]

The lady on the phone wasn't exactly sure and I was in shock at $695 for the repair. I think the watch MSRP'd somewhere near $1100 but I bought it at a authorized retailers liquidation at a deep discount. I took it to another authorized retailer who sent it out for the service, so I'm not sure if it went to Tag or not.

[mosesbotbol]

For a quartz service, that sound really steep. I'd write to Tag corporate and tell them the whole story. Their authorized service did not service the watch correctly and because of their failure, your watch is in this state.

What do you want do of this? Would you spring for another watch at a big discount, or just want this one fixed? Do you have receipts for the battery change?

[MurphysLaw]

I'll send them a letter and see if it gets me anywhere. I probably have the receipts stored somewhere, honestly I just want my watch fixed, but if that's not possible I'd probably spring for a replacement if the price was right. I'm going to try another authorized retailer/repair outfit too, they did a great job on my wife's Rolex after she dropped it, and charged a very fair price.

[mosesbotbol]

Last resort is to see what kind of "trade in value" you watch as is has on another watch. Hardly ideal, but have to consider all avenues available to you.

I have a Technomarine that is not working; ETA quartz. Brought it Switzerland and had a master horologist work on it. As soon as I got back, broke again... Frustrating because an nickel more in expense and it's not worth it to me.

Ready to just save the croc strap and throw at the rest.

[MurphysLaw]

I'm hoping it doesn't come to that, but if it does, might be a good opportunity to get the His version of the wife's Rolex :D

[mosesbotbol]

I'm hoping it doesn't come to that, but if it does, might be a good opportunity to get the His version of the wife's Rolex :D

:D Yachtmaster II or Daytona?

[RWhisenand]

I'm hoping it doesn't come to that, but if it does, might be a good opportunity to get the His version of the wife's Rolex :D

I'm dropping some serious hints that I want the "his" version of my wife's Seamaster!

[MurphysLaw]

:D Yachtmaster II or Daytona?

Datejust :D

[s15driftking]

changed bands

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/226477_10101377169638034_57449646_n.jpg

[bdgile]

changed bands

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/226477_10101377169638034_57449646_n.jpg

I don't know the first thing about watches, but I love that!

[BHalbrooks]

http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r232/22938/20130303_222208_zps227c2828.jpg

Suunto Core
$285
Amazing.

[mosesbotbol]

I like the display on Suunto Core, pretty cool. Is it a sapphire crystal?

[Blak Smyth]

Looks like the Suunto Cores are available on Ebay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUUNTO-CORE-ALL-BLACK-MILITARY-WRIST-WATCH-WRISTWATCH-SS014279010-/300861715129?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item460cc172b9) for $219.00
Manufacturer website say it is Mineral Crystal

What I am trying to figure out is the size, it looks HUGE!

[BHalbrooks]

Anything you want me to take a comparison picture with? It's smaller than my Invicta for sure.

[RWhisenand]

Hey guys, my wife just surprised me with this:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zps24f94f5d.jpg

To be honest it wasn't my first chose but after wearing it for a few moments I started really liking it. I normally do go for the complications, but in person they don't distract from the watch at all, very tasteful.

Another:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zpse01bcba0.jpg

[Robulous78]

Good Looking Watch Rob... :tu shes a keeper (the watch, and your wife) :lr

[RWhisenand]

Good Looking Watch Rob... :tu shes a keeper (the watch, and your wife) :lr

Thanks Rob!

[AdamJoshua]

Nice hit .. watch hit that is! My dad is 87 and has had the same Seiko dive watch (if you could call it when he got it) since the late 60s.

Edit: I know that isn't a dive watch, btw. ;)

[Blak Smyth]

Hey guys, my wife just surprised me with this:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zps24f94f5d.jpg

To be honest it wasn't my first chose but after wearing it for a few moments I started really liking it. I normally do go for the complications, but in person they don't distract from the watch at all, very tasteful.

Another:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zpse01bcba0.jpg

Very classy looking!:tu

[Blak Smyth]

Anything you want me to take a comparison picture with? It's smaller than my Invicta for sure.

Not really, I have another watch on my want list.
http://www.motorcitywatchworks.com/images/watches/zulu-05-gmt-1-pvd-large.jpg
My Laco is 42mm and with my little wrists I wouldn't want to go much larger than that.

[mosesbotbol]

Hey guys, my wife just surprised me with this:

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp298/941MXVET/image_zps24f94f5d.jpg

What's the story with that watch? Is it an auto or quartz? Has classic styling and not too big. Nice.

[RWhisenand]

What's the story with that watch? Is it an auto or quartz? Has classic styling and not too big. Nice.

It's from the Seiko "Premier" line, they are kinetic direct drive watches. Meaning they use a combination of quartz and automatic movements. The complication on the left is the power reserve, and I can definatly feel the winder moving when I move the watch, even more so than my Breitling SO, so it is driven from movement, but power from the movement is feed into a quart movement. The second hand 'ticks' like a quartz, it doesn't sweep like a good auto. I am rambling a bit due to not yet knowing a lot about this movement. It has an incredibly high quality leather band and clasp. The only other watch I have with a leather band is a Lum-Tec and I switch bands regularly, and this one feels better. It also has a Sapphire crystal, which is a must for me.

Here is the link to Seiko's site
http://www.seikowatches.com/products/premier/lineup/kinetic_ddmp/srx007p1.html
So far I like it even thought it is a lot dressy-er than any other watch I own, which I think was my wife's intention...

[mosesbotbol]

Looks like a deployment clasp, is that so?

[RWhisenand]

Looks like a deployment clasp, is that so?

Yes, it has a deployment clasp.

[BHalbrooks]

Not really, I have another watch on my want list.

My Laco is 42mm and with my little wrists I wouldn't want to go much larger than that.

No worries man

[MurphysLaw]

Stopped at the jeweler Monday to pick up my Tag, told them how upset I was and that I'd be taking my business elsewhere. They made a couple calls and were able to track down the last service on it they had done. After talking it over, they are going to send it directly to Tag, and are going to eat some of the repair costs. The movement wasn't completely seized as I was able to move the hands using the crown, but I couldn't check the chronos since the battery was still dead. Hoping for a much better estimate this time around...

[mosesbotbol]

Good for you MurhpysLaw!

[ir13]

Looks like the Suunto Cores are available on Ebay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUUNTO-CORE-ALL-BLACK-MILITARY-WRIST-WATCH-WRISTWATCH-SS014279010-/300861715129?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item460cc172b9) for $219.00
Manufacturer website say it is Mineral Crystal

What I am trying to figure out is the size, it looks HUGE!

Its a 48mm Face.

[mosesbotbol]

Its a 48mm Face.

Flavor Flav could wear that on a chain!

[Bondo 287]

:r:lol:

[s15driftking]

Flavor Flav could wear that on a chain!

48mm is normal this day and age old timer.

[Blak Smyth]

Its a 48mm Face.

Thanks Joe Joe, that is huge for my wrist. I am comfortable with abotu 42-43mm at the largest.

[mosesbotbol]

48mm is normal this day and age old timer.

Depends what kind of watches you are looking at. How many Patek and Vacheron's are that size? Does Rolex have something bigger than 43 mm?

[BHalbrooks]

Flavor Flav could wear that on a chain!
That's NOTHING compared to my 52mm Invicta :r

http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r232/22938/20130315_224913_zps0226b994.jpg

[s15driftking]

Depends what kind of watches you are looking at. How many Patek and Vacheron's are that size? Does Rolex have something bigger than 43 mm?

I hear ya. And, Rolex makes 2 @ 44mm, yacht master and deepsea sea dweller ref 166600

[mithrilG60]

Got a couple new flieger straps for my Steinhart, both made from waxed buffalo leather. Hard to take decent photos without reflections in the crystal with an iPhone :(

Special Buffalo Black Vintage:

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/black-flieger-genios.jpg

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/black-flieger-buckle.jpg

And more appropiately for this forum, Special Havana Vintage:

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/havana-flieger-genios.jpg

http://www.mithril.ca/steinhart/havana-flieger-buckle.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Very nice, I like both options!

[mosesbotbol]

Very nice, I like both options!

I dig the tan strap, gives it a unique look.

[MurphysLaw]

Finally heard back from the place that has my Tag, just needs a thorough service. They knocked the price down to closer to their cost to make me happy. Can't wait to get it back on my wrist. From now on I'm only sending my timepieces to the manufacturers service center.

[Remo]

Finally heard back from the place that has my Tag, just needs a thorough service. They knocked the price down to closer to their cost to make me happy. Can't wait to get it back on my wrist. From now on I'm only sending my timepieces to the manufacturers service center.

That's good they lowered the cost :tu

[MurphysLaw]

That's good they lowered the cost :tu

Yep and way better than the $600 new movement the "authorized" repair center tried to stick me with.

[Remo]

Yep and way better than the $600 new movement the "authorized" repair center tried to stick me with.

Nice, I am down to two currently, Seiko 007 diver and a G-Shock for work.

13290

[MurphysLaw]

Nice, I am down to two currently, Seiko 007 diver and a G-Shock for work.


That's all? I don't think I could part with my watch collection. But I probably said the same about my knives at one point and I've downsized a lot.

[Remo]

That's all? I don't think I could part with my watch collection. But I probably said the same about my knives at one point and I've downsized a lot.

Ya, I used to have about 10 watches, all gone now.

[irratebass]

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch? I got my Invicta this past Christmas, and like all my jewelry I do not take it off (for showers or sleep or anything). Well for the past 2 weeks I have broken out in a rash. I have put some hydrocortisone cream on it, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It doesn't itch, it's just gross to look at lol.

Any suggestions to get rid of the rash or a remedy to not have this happen again, I love my watch and I want to wear it. I spoke to a coworker and a doctor at the shop (gyno not dermatologist) who both said to try clear nailpolish, I did a google search and have heard clear glue and tape as well. Is there a band or something I could put on my wrist instead of doing this or what do you think about this?

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

[mithrilG60]

How tight are you wearing the watch? This sounds to me either like a reaction to a metal used in the band/case back or your skin reacting to extended pressure and a lack of breathability under the strap. If it's either of those simple hydro-cortisone (or similar) steroid creme and leaving the watch off for a few days should clear it right up. If it's the breathablity issue than just take your watch off at night and that should prevent it from recurring. If not get a referral to a dermatologist and consult an expert ;)

[irratebass]

How tight are you wearing the watch? This sounds to me either like a reaction to a metal used in the band/case back or your skin reacting to extended pressure and a lack of breathability under the strap. If it's either of those simple hydro-cortisone (or similar) steroid creme and leaving the watch off for a few days should clear it right up. If it's the breathablity issue than just take your watch off at night and that should prevent it from recurring. If not get a referral to a dermatologist and consult an expert ;)

No, I leave my watch loose, I like it to move for the very reason my other watches I have had were too tight and the sun couldn't get to my skin and it would cause a white irritation and flakiness, am I just doomed not to be able to wear a watch? I am thinking I am having an allergic reaction to the nickel to the steel as I have been reading. I haven't had the watch on for 2 weeks now, I even switched wrists to see if I was allergic to the nickel or not and the stems stabbed my hand, so had to ditch that idea.

[mithrilG60]

A nickel reaction is what I was thinking too. Could also be cobalt as that's another binding agent that some people have sensitivities to. Why not switch to a different strap, leather or nylon, and see if that helps?

[mosesbotbol]

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch?

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Try a titanium, gold or leather strap. Allergic reaction.

[irratebass]

A nickel reaction is what I was thinking too. Could also be cobalt as that's another binding agent that some people have sensitivities to. Why not switch to a different strap, leather or nylon, and see if that helps?

Try a titanium, gold or leather strap. Allergic reaction.

I dont think that's going to help guys, its just on the top of my wrist, not where the band would be, but where the back of the watch is, observe:

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/FD27DFC4-3E3D-46BD-9B51-B24D8F52D926-12371-000009D61AC84BD8_zps3f1b937f.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d64/irratebass/F41B98A9-B5BD-455F-9D65-274C4251F73A-12371-000009D7E2269631_zps21ea96e7.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Sorry brother, it's a virus and if you don't cut it off at the source you will be a zombie in no time! ... to late...

[mosesbotbol]

I dont think that's going to help guys, its just on the top of my wrist, not where the band would be, but where the back of the watch is, observe:

Do you have the plastic covering the back of the case or is your wrist touching metal? Perhaps you need an all titanium or gold watch?

[irratebass]

Do you have the plastic covering the back of the case or is your wrist touching metal? Perhaps you need an all titanium or gold watch?

I took the plastic off I believe :hm will have to double check, maybe I shouldn't have huh? This really upsets me, maybe I can sell it and get a Titanium?

[mosesbotbol]

I took the plastic off I believe :hm will have to double check, maybe I shouldn't have huh? This really upsets me, maybe I can sell it and get a Titanium?

You should take the plastic off. All too often I see it still on the case back; especially on Rolexes. Keep the plastic with the outter box in case you decide to sell later on.

[irratebass]

You should take the plastic off. All too often I see it still on the case back; especially on Rolexes. Keep the plastic with the outter box in case you decide to sell later on.

That was back in Dec bro that plastic is long gone. heh

[Blak Smyth]

I would definitley take off your watch to sleep and shower man, let your arm air out.
I have a similar problem that happens with my ring finger if I do not remove my ring and dry my finger off after a shower.

[irratebass]

I would definitley take off your watch to sleep and shower man, let your arm air out.
I have a similar problem that happens with my ring finger if I do not remove my ring and dry my finger off after a shower.

Well if this outbreak ever leaves me and I can wear my watch again I will be taking it off, best believe that.

[mosesbotbol]

I wash my watch in the sink with an old toothbrush and dishwashing soap. Works great.

[irratebass]

One of the shops regulars is a doctor, I spoke to him and he said 1st to stop using the ointment all it does is spread the rash (awesome) and to expect it to come back if I put the watch back on, so double awesome......so I haven't broke the news to the wife yet, not sure what I am going to do yet.

[MurphysLaw]

Finally picked up my Tag today, they did a heck of a job polishing the band and I think they swapped out the bezel, I had a pretty nice ding in the 12 o'clock marker. Plus the movement is back from the dead. So happy I sent it out for a second opinion.

[Blak Smyth]

One of the shops regulars is a doctor, I spoke to him and he said 1st to stop using the ointment all it does is spread the rash (awesome) and to expect it to come back if I put the watch back on, so double awesome......so I haven't broke the news to the wife yet, not sure what I am going to do yet.

Pull the band off and chain it to your keys! ;)

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8261/8704030539_623b26ebc7_b.jpg

[Tio Gato]

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch? I got my Invicta this past Christmas, and like all my jewelry I do not take it off (for showers or sleep or anything). Well for the past 2 weeks I have broken out in a rash. I have put some hydrocortisone cream on it, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It doesn't itch, it's just gross to look at lol.

Any suggestions to get rid of the rash or a remedy to not have this happen again, I love my watch and I want to wear it. .

Let me throw this out to you. Do you wear sunglasses? Imagine how dirty they'd be if you wore them to bed and in the shower. Keeping your watch clean will prevent residues from building up and giving you a rash. Think about what happens to your shower if you don't clean it for months. It gets soap scum build up and bacteria. :2

[ade06]

My new PAM 88!

[irratebass]

Nice & classy Ade.

Update on me, rash finally cleared up, bought some mole skin and put that on the back of the watch, I do not shower, swim, sleep or wash dishes with my watch on and all seems ok for now.

[Blak Smyth]

My new PAM 88!

Very Jealous, they make my grail watch!

[mosesbotbol]

Nice & classy Ade.

They are sharp and unique watches.

[ade06]

Nice & classy Ade.

Update on me, rash finally cleared up, bought some mole skin and put that on the back of the watch, I do not shower, swim, sleep or wash dishes with my watch on and all seems ok for now.

Very Jealous, they make my grail watch!

They are sharp and unique watches.

Thanks guys! I've been wanting a PAM for a few years now and the right circumstances allowed me to pull the trigger on one. This is complete change in direction from my 36mm watch that I've been rocking for the last few years.

[mosesbotbol]

This is complete change in direction from my 36mm watch that I've been rocking for the last few years.

What's your new watch 46 mm?

[ade06]

What's your new watch 46 mm?

Not quite, its 44 mm, which is still huge to me. :D

[Blak Smyth]

Not quite, its 44 mm, which is still huge to me. :D

Yah my Laco is only 42 and is pretty large on my girl wrists. I wouldn't want to go over 44mm.

[macsauce13]

Here's my Seiko. It isn't much but I love it. Hope to be able to buy something a little nicer someday!

http://i696.photobucket.com/albums/vv324/macsauce13/null_zps91969b70.jpg (http://s696.photobucket.com/user/macsauce13/media/null_zps91969b70.jpg.html)

[irratebass]

I like that Mac, nice and clean

[ade06]

Very nice! I like the Roman numbers.

[elderboy02]

Going to be picking up another Breitling in a day or so :tu

[NeuRon]

Going to be picking up another Breitling in a day or so :tu

must be nice :fu

[macsauce13]

Going to be picking up another Breitling in a day or so :tu

:dr That is my dream watch. I get on eBay at least once a week just to look at them. I will likely never own one, but it is my "white whale" of watches. All of the designs are just so brilliant.

[elderboy02]

:dr That is my dream watch. I get on eBay at least once a week just to look at them. I will likely never own one, but it is my "white whale" of watches. All of the designs are just so brilliant.

This is the one that I currently wear every day: Breitling Seawolf Avenger Titanium:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/20130209_155724-1-1_zpsb3499f56.jpg (http://s191.photobucket.com/user/elderboy02/media/20130209_155724-1-1_zpsb3499f56.jpg.html)

[elderboy02]

This is what I will be buying once the guy gives me his ppal address:

Breitling Blackbird Blue Dial:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f15/390001d1297962877-blackbird-blue-dial-a13353-blackbird-jpg

[irratebass]

Very nice Dan!

Anyone ever bought any watches off of WOWTV? Just curious I watched it the other day for my 1st time and it was like QVC for watches, I need to watch it more

[macsauce13]

This is my ideal watch. The 46mm is too big for me, but aesthetically, I think it is PERFECT.

http://www.breitling.com/en/models/superocean-heritage/482/superocean-heritage-chronographe-46/486/

[longknocker]

Probably The Closest Watch I'll Ever Have To A Breitling, But I Love It!:D:tu My Every Day Watch. Easy To Change Time In Different Time Zones Throughout The World & It Syncs With The Atomic Clock Every Morning. Solar Powered.


http://www.casio-usa.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GWA1000-1A/

[ade06]

Probably The Closest Watch I'll Ever Have To A Breitling, But I Love It!:D:tu My Every Day Watch. Easy To Change Time In Different Time Zones Throughout The World & It Syncs With The Atomic Clock Every Morning. Solar Powered.


http://www.casio-usa.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GWA1000-1A/

I like the look. I've been passively looking for a black out watch for the weekends.

[longknocker]

I like the look. I've been passively looking for a black out watch for the weekends.

You'll Love It. You Can Probably Get It Cheaper on amazon Than I Did several months ago.:tu

[RWhisenand]

Going to be picking up another Breitling in a day or so :tu

Nice, my everyday wearer is a Breitling Superocean in black. I still really like it, IIRC, I posted a pic or two up in this thread earlier.

[RWhisenand]

Here's my Seiko. It isn't much but I love it. Hope to be able to buy something a little nicer someday!

http://i696.photobucket.com/albums/vv324/macsauce13/null_zps91969b70.jpg (http://s696.photobucket.com/user/macsauce13/media/null_zps91969b70.jpg.html)

My wife just picked me up a watch just like this one as an annaversity present. Yours is very nice looking.

[macsauce13]

My wife just picked me up a watch just like this one as an annaversity present. Yours is very nice looking.

Thanks, I really like it!

[macsauce13]

I'm on a hunt for one of these (http://imgur.com/a/IlauS) in great condition. I've been told it should go for a price around $150, but it's looking like that might be an outdated range. Anyone have one they'd like to get rid of or know of any sources to get it at an affordable price?

[rennD]

I'm on a hunt for one of these (http://imgur.com/a/IlauS) in great condition. I've been told it should go for a price around $150, but it's looking like that might be an outdated range. Anyone have one they'd like to get rid of or know of any sources to get it at an affordable price?

Found some on Google and they aren't close to $150 at all.

[macsauce13]

Just as clarification, I'm not looking for the gold version, which is worth $2,000 or more. Just the stainless steel which seems to have jumped in price to $300 plus. :(

Thanks for looking though!

[elderboy02]

Here is my newest watch - Breitling Blackbird Blue Dial Chronograph:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/20130603_222453-1_zps3e631a94.jpg (http://s191.photobucket.com/user/elderboy02/media/20130603_222453-1_zps3e631a94.jpg.html)

[Islayphile]

Here is my newest watch - Breitling Blackbird Blue Dial Chronograph:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/20130603_222453-1_zps3e631a94.jpg (http://s191.photobucket.com/user/elderboy02/media/20130603_222453-1_zps3e631a94.jpg.html)

Very nice !

[Robulous78]

Unrelated to anything...

Anyone know what model Breitling were the ones pictured in the movie "The Skulls", you know, the ones given at the ceremony to cover up the branding they do on the wrist... the ones with the HUGE DEEP face and all metal band...?

when I make my first million I had decided that will be my gift to myself... :lr

<Continue watch banter... >

Very Nice Watch BTW...

[macsauce13]

Love it Dan! A seriously beautiful piece of art.

[hammondc]

Unrelated to anything...

Anyone know what model Breitling were the ones pictured in the movie "The Skulls", you know, the ones given at the ceremony to cover up the branding they do on the wrist... the ones with the HUGE DEEP face and all metal band...?

when I make my first million I had decided that will be my gift to myself... :lr

<Continue watch banter... >

Very Nice Watch BTW...

Navitimer.

[elderboy02]

Thanks guys! :tu

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3829/9176983931_18b9826e1c.jpg

[irratebass]

Classy Shane :tu

[Remo]

13706

I was in the market for a new large quartz diver (for cheap) I found this Momentum M1 Deep 6 200m diver that fit the bill, I have had the Momentum/St. Moritz brand in the past and found them to be nice watches for the $$$. This one cost me $129 and free shipping.

48mmx56mmx13mm

[mosesbotbol]

13706

I was in the market for a new large quartz diver (for cheap) I found this Momentum M1 Deep 6 200m diver that fit the bill, I have had the Momentum/St. Moritz brand in the past and found them to be nice watches for the $$$. This one cost me $129 and free shipping.

48mmx56mmx13mm

Wow, that is a big watch. Sharp design.

[Blak Smyth]

This PAM homage is on the way to me. I love sterile faces.
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5334/9305773363_6feee93241_z.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7364/9308562616_f9df68310f_z.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

She arrived. 44mm, hand wound, sapphire crystal, pre-v buckle:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7381/9324868974_2ac3db7eec_z.jpg
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3731/9324869984_9effda8897_z.jpg
http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2826/9325123586_512c93a34c_z.jpg

[irratebass]

Nice & classy Shane....i dig it :tu

[Islayphile]

Nice & classy Shane....i dig it :tu

Indeed

[BlackDog]

This is my Bernhardt Officer's Watch, made as a limited edition for the Badger & Blade forums. It has a Swiss Unitas movement, and Swiss components, but assembled in the USA. Once I've got some more play money I'd like to get one of Bernhardt's Binnacle Anchor watches.

[mosesbotbol]

This is my Bernhardt Officer's Watch, made as a limited edition for the Badger & Blade forums. It has a Swiss Unitas movement, and Swiss components, but assembled in the USA. Once I've got some more play money I'd like to get one of Bernhardt's Binnacle Anchor watches.

Very cool!

[Blak Smyth]

A new strap, thoughts?
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/9355658021_dc9393a307_c.jpg

[363]

Looking good Shane! your next one should have a CZ on it :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Looking good Shane! your next one should have a CZ on it :tu

Thank you, on the left is another shot of the long end off the watch in natural light:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/9358444324_883b5b34d8_z.jpg

[363]

this is where I wish I owned a watch, I could have you make me some awesome band...

[Blak Smyth]

I am loving this watch but I keep forgetting to wind it up. Not used to a hand wind.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7383/9360251636_eb696045ce_z.jpg

[Simple1]

Shane, that band looks awesome!

[Blak Smyth]

I burnished the edges last night, compare to the picture above.
I also lost a spring pin for my Laco, ugg wanted to wear it today.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7354/9368446045_a754406fab_b.jpg

[Islayphile]

I burnished the edges last night, compare to the picture above.
I also lost a spring pin for my Laco, ugg wanted to wear it today.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7354/9368446045_a754406fab_b.jpg

Looing good Shane, looking good

:chr

[Dave128]

My wife gave me this Movado in June for our 10th anniversary:

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=693&pictureid=8002

[RWhisenand]

How can you tell what time it is?















JK, nice watch!

[Dave128]

It takes me a little while to figure it out, but I eventually get it!

[Blak Smyth]

Finished the keeper on my first band:
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/9372370087_3b00ceae4e_z.jpg

Made another darker band:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7368/9372360695_6dab171346_z.jpg

[jonumberone]

Looking good Shane! your next one should have a CZ on it :tu

Or CCZ! :D

[Blak Smyth]

Or CCZ! :D

:r

[Blak Smyth]

In the sun it has a bit more red hue.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7311/9390799253_42269cd859_z.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Here is a new band, I tried to distress it but when I waxed the leather it covered up most of the patina. You can see the forced wear on the last picture the best:

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5485/9398364753_e19b305b09.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3721/9401131974_e62dfab010.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5450/9398365541_d35eea2911.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3801/9401129240_fb58391018.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2821/9419956476_f0a2076f87_z.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7393/9417182247_7315a4178a_z.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Waiting for a black PVD pre-V buckle to arrive.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7419/9441129907_a93bfe25a0_c.jpg
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5482/9441125893_d3e264da10_c.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

So here she is after the buckle arrived:
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5529/9445196739_4cb3f24b22_z.jpg

[Remo]

Looks good Shane...doing some nice leather work. Check out Shane Delaurian's website, he has some crazy straps :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Looks good Shane...doing some nice leather work. Check out Shane Delaurian's website, he has some crazy straps :tu

Wow yah that is some crazy chit, not my style but looks very well executed!