Wristwatch collectors out there? - Page 35

MurphysLaw · 03-02-2011, 06:42 AM

I use the property report for my house that lists elevation as a close enough guide. Seems like my old casio ABC is just a little more consistent than the Tissot, but I'm in South florida, so there arent any real changes in elevation anyway unless I'm driving on an overpass

mosesbotbol · 03-02-2011, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

I use the property report for my house that lists elevation as a close enough guide. Seems like my old casio ABC is just a little more consistent than the Tissot, but I'm in South florida, so there arent any real changes in elevation anyway unless I'm driving on an overpass

I bet barometric pressure must change a lot in S. FL

s15driftking · 03-02-2011, 06:53 PM

finally took a couple snaps of the new whip:

I never wore my black navitimer. It sat in its case for over 6 months without being worn....so i traded it for this white one. I've already begun wearing it. It wears much larger than the black face. obviously.

larryinlc · 03-02-2011, 07:43 PM

I just bought this one because it was different. That, and I'm addicted to watches.

s15driftking · 03-02-2011, 07:58 PM

^^^ loving the band, also loving the size/finish of the numerals!!!

marge796 · 03-02-2011, 08:11 PM

I just bought my first luxury watch. It's an Omega Seamaster, I can't wait to get it!

Chris.....

mosesbotbol · 03-03-2011, 05:09 AM

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^^^ loving the band, also loving the size/finish of the numerals!!!

Not to mention the crown at 12:00.

What do those two small hands do and do they jump back?

27 jewel automatic movement too!

aich75013 · 03-03-2011, 09:01 AM

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What do those two small hands do and do they jump back?

My guess is that they are the second hands. It seems that you alternate reading them. The bigger hand goes from [6]0-30 (outer numbers); The smaller red hand shows 30-60 (inner numbers).

mosesbotbol · 03-03-2011, 09:11 AM

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My guess is that they are the second hands. It seems that you alternate reading them. The bigger hand goes from [6]0-30 (outer numbers); The smaller red hand shows 30-60 (inner numbers).

You're correct. When I first looked at the watch, I thought I saw a seconds hand, but it was the shadow of the minute hand in the photo. I first thought it was odd to have the jumping counter while there's a seconds hand (which there isn't).

Hamilton is owned by Swatch Group, so it's a quality piece for the money. Swatch owns a ton of big name watches, not to mention ETA movements.

larryinlc · 03-03-2011, 10:28 AM

Yes, it's just a standard sub second. The difference being only the markers are on one half instead of a full circle. 0 to 30 using the larger end of the second hand and using the shorter red end to read 30 to 60.

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Originally Posted by aich75013

My guess is that they are the second hands. It seems that you alternate reading them. The bigger hand goes from [6]0-30 (outer numbers); The smaller red hand shows 30-60 (inner numbers).

Wolfgang · 03-05-2011, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by aich75013

My guess is that they are the second hands. It seems that you alternate reading them. The bigger hand goes from [6]0-30 (outer numbers); The smaller red hand shows 30-60 (inner numbers).

If you look at the hand the large white end is for the 0-30 and the short red tail counts the 30-60. It still spins like normal its just a little different gauge to read it by. Pretty cool imo.

jsnake · 03-02-2011, 08:35 PM

For some reason I just started getting into watches. I can't throw any serious cash down and if I could I probably wouldn't anyways. I just bought a solid black Invicta Sea Spider Special Edition and a black and gold Invicta Corduba Collection. I want to get a different brand next. Going for a solid gold or solid silver (in color not material) next.

MurphysLaw · 03-03-2011, 06:10 AM

S15, love the Navi in white, I'll have to try to get some better pics of mine, I have the blue face with brown leather strap.

Jsnake, Invictas are where watch collecting started for me, welcome to the top of yet another slippery slope...

jsnake · 03-03-2011, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

S15, love the Navi in white, I'll have to try to get some better pics of mine, I have the blue face with brown leather strap.

Jsnake, Invictas are where watch collecting started for me, welcome to the top of yet another slippery slope...

Thank you and I am doomed! Bought 2 watches in 2 months. Just got that second one yesterday actually.

What brands should I look at next? I want to stay in the $200 or $300 range and I really want a skeleton watch. There are many on the internet that look great but reading reviews the quality seems to stink. I would love a Breitling but it is out of my price range.

mosesbotbol · 03-03-2011, 07:15 AM

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What brands should I look at next? I want to stay in the $200 or $300 range and I really want a skeleton watch. There are many on the internet that look great but reading reviews the quality seems to stink. I would love a Breitling but it is out of my price range.

There are several Chinese made skeleton watches that are nice for the money.

JaKaacH · 03-03-2011, 07:44 AM

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Thank you and I am doomed! Bought 2 watches in 2 months. Just got that second one yesterday actually.

What brands should I look at next? I want to stay in the $200 or $300 range and I really want a skeleton watch. There are many on the internet that look great but reading reviews the quality seems to stink. I would love a Breitling but it is out of my price range.

Look at the Stuhrling. I like mine.
Swiss made I think...
http://www.amazon.com/Stuhrling-Orig.../dp/B001GPOMU2

jsnake · 03-03-2011, 08:24 AM

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Look at the Stuhrling. I like mine.
Swiss made I think...
http://www.amazon.com/Stuhrling-Orig.../dp/B001GPOMU2

Thanks for the link. Just what I was looking for. I might actually grab this exact one if my wife doesn't kill me first.

mosesbotbol · 03-03-2011, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jsnake

What brands should I look at next? I want to stay in the $200 or $300 range and I really want a skeleton watch.

I am big fan of this watch which is under $140 made by Swatch. Swiss made, automatic, skeleton, hip and fun.

Parshooter · 03-03-2011, 09:26 AM

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I am big fan of this watch which is under $140 made by Swatch. Swiss made, automatic, skeleton, hip and fun.

Is that a Swatch

s15driftking · 03-05-2011, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by jsnake

What brands should I look at next? I want to stay in the $200 or $300 range and I really want a skeleton watch..

You dont need to spend 350 for a skeleton. they either tend to be under 150 for cheapies. or about 400-600 for a decent one.

I WOULD REC ORIENT! (wait for the 50% coupons they FREQUENTLY put out for first tiem buyers}
http://www.orientwatchusa.com/urban-c-44_47.html

Bulova and Kenneth cole also make decent watches... and sell skeletons/openhearts

Also, Michael Kors makes a GREAT Quality watch, im sure they have skellies.

A reliable "Swatch" brand can be had for under 150.00

Also, look for skeletons with Unitas ETA 6497 movement.

Finally, i say just buy one of these.... looks cool as heck (Panerai homage)

inexpensive as well.

CLiffs notes:
1. Bulova
2. Orient (50% off)
3. Michael Kors
4. Kenneth Cole
6. PAM Homage

03-02-2011, 06:42 AM	#1
MurphysLaw Anything can go wrong Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Brian Location: SoFlo Posts: 2,823 Trading: (19)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I use the property report for my house that lists elevation as a close enough guide. Seems like my old casio ABC is just a little more consistent than the Tissot, but I'm in South florida, so there arent any real changes in elevation anyway unless I'm driving on an overpass

03-02-2011, 06:53 PM	#3
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? finally took a couple snaps of the new whip: I never wore my black navitimer. It sat in its case for over 6 months without being worn....so i traded it for this white one. I've already begun wearing it. It wears much larger than the black face. obviously. __________________ diamonds/guns

03-02-2011, 07:43 PM	#4
larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I just bought this one because it was different. That, and I'm addicted to watches.

03-02-2011, 07:58 PM	#5
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? ^^^ loving the band, also loving the size/finish of the numerals!!! __________________ diamonds/guns

03-02-2011, 08:11 PM	#6
marge796 It Just Doesn’t Matter!!! Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Chris Location: Topeka KS Posts: 1,624 Trading: (28)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I just bought my first luxury watch. It's an Omega Seamaster, I can't wait to get it! Chris..... __________________ “Don’t talk to me about naval tradition. It’s nothing but rum, sodomy and the lash.” -Sir Winston Churchill

03-02-2011, 08:35 PM	#12
jsnake Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Jake Location: Your mom's house Posts: 1,309 Trading: (22)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? For some reason I just started getting into watches. I can't throw any serious cash down and if I could I probably wouldn't anyways. I just bought a solid black Invicta Sea Spider Special Edition and a black and gold Invicta Corduba Collection. I want to get a different brand next. Going for a solid gold or solid silver (in color not material) next.

03-03-2011, 06:10 AM	#13
MurphysLaw Anything can go wrong Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Brian Location: SoFlo Posts: 2,823 Trading: (19)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? S15, love the Navi in white, I'll have to try to get some better pics of mine, I have the blue face with brown leather strap. Jsnake, Invictas are where watch collecting started for me, welcome to the top of yet another slippery slope...