Zaraki_Kenpachi
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I think I narrowed down the watch I want to these two. Which do you guys think will look better? I can't find any places nearby that sell seiko so hard to decide off of stock photos.
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NeoGAF Timepiece Thread Of Fine Wristwatches
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Maklershed
Member
I love the look of the top one. Don't care for the bottom one at all.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
You're a horrible person.
Edit: That's the same style just with the black face?
Ya, I really like the black finish on watches.
Sorry if the quality is crappy, I forget if GAF auto resizes images. Anyway, super happy about every cent I spent on it.
Very nice. What make/model?
1. Is there any watch that you are just dying to get that's in the upper range of that neighborhood (or just beyond)? Because whenever you "settle" for something you can afford at the time, you'll just be disappointed and you wont really enjoy your purchase.
2. Around 1500, i'd be looking at Longines.
Other solid brands in that range: Stowa, for classic German design; Frederique Constant for more classic design. For diver style watches, Ocean7 or Helson. Also, Tag Huer
Really like the top one.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
Dang, everyone is liking the black. I wish I could see it in person to see if it's too dark for my black/gray suits.
I would really advise against it - I noted earlier that I am no fan of its design - but ask yourself...Is this something classy enough to be wearing with suits? Is it classy enough that you'll not be ashamed to wear it 10 or 15 years later? I'm not so sure the answer is "yes" to either of those questions.
If you are going to wear it with a suit, the stainless two-tone one is your choice. That dark grey/black pvd look is fine for casual or military style watches, but not something that should be worn with dressier/more formal attire.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
They two tone with the black face looks so bland though.
You're talking about this one right?
No, i was talking about the two that you posted earlier.
But now that you've posted that, I will say that THAT one looks much better than the other two. Still not a fan of the design, but the black face/stainless case and bracelet are far better than the two-tone with accents of the earlier one you posted.
But now that you've posted that, I will say that THAT one looks much better than the other two. Still not a fan of the design, but the black face/stainless case and bracelet are far better than the two-tone with accents of the earlier one you posted.
Agreed. I liked the black of the two posted, but prefer that to both.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
I got a black leather band with a slight alligator style look to it, I got the band but have yet to put it on the watch, lol. But as soon as I do, watch porn will come, that I promise.
edit: this is the strap I bought, I went with an XS one because of my tiny wrists: http://www.watch-band-center.com/shop_cfg/watchstrap/LB51RiAllprwN-Uhrarmband-schw.jpg
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
Derp, I'm slow. I'm not sure why I was thinking of something else. But ya, those are the three color combos for the coutura kinetic that I like. I'm not sure which now. :/
Hmm, that's a good point... I didn't think of that earlier. I just want a nice seiko kinectic that's not over the $500ish range. :/ Does anyone know of an alternative kinetic that isn't an integrated bracelet? I think the overall face design is really nice too which drew me to it.
nakedsushi
Member
Guys, I'm really jealous of your wrists. My barely 6" around wrist means I can't really wear a lot of men's watches because the case just ends up covering the entire top of my wrist or juts out too much. But I don't want a dainty woman's watch!
I ended up ordering a 34mm from Amazon, so we'll see when it gets here.
I feel like there are more options in the 40mm+ range, but that just won't fit on my wrist =(
I ended up ordering a 34mm from Amazon, so we'll see when it gets here.
I feel like there are more options in the 40mm+ range, but that just won't fit on my wrist =(
its not so much about how big the watch is in mm, but how it wears. A watch can wear smaller than its diameter if the lugs aren't massive, or the watch isn't too high.
I have 6.5" wrists and often wear a 44mm diver -- it is all about fit. If 44 is too large, Seiko will have a bunch of options at 38-40mm.
But if you are finding trouble with modern watches not fitting right, there is also a vast world of vintage watches. Harken back 30-50 years, and Don Draper et al were wearing 34-36mm watches. Go poke around ebay for some vintage Omegas or Longines (or other brands like JLC or Tudor depending on funds) and you can end up with some very classy and classic pieces at good prices.
Like the hat?
Banned
my wife got me a Timex Weekender as a(n early) birthday present. Looks nice. Only problem is the strap is on the small side. I love the look of the olive strap though. Any ideas of what to replace it with? I'd prefer nylon to leather, and really like the olive green.
NATO or Zulu
nakedsushi
Member
Yay, my new watch came! Fits great after I resized it and the face looks a lot better in person.
Yay, my new watch came! Fits great after I resized it and the face looks a lot better in person.
Looks like you've got plenty of space there too, judging from the top lugs of the watch in relation to your wrist.
Im pretty sure that with a wrist as small as yours you could do 38mm as well so long as the watch doesnt stand too tall off of your wrist.
looks great, congrats on the purchase!Yay, my new watch came! Fits great after I resized it and the face looks a lot better in person.
nakedsushi
Member
I got a more casual watch for when I don't want to wear a fancy bracelet. Loving the Seiko 5 military face. I didn't love the canvas strap that it came with, so got a leather one switched in as soon as I got it.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Going to purchase an Orient watch since it seems like they are the best at their price range. Anything you guys think I should know?
nakedsushi
Member
Which watch?
The OrientUSA site is having a 30% off sale and they throw in some sort of free quartz watch too. I'm partial to the Symphony series (http://orientwatchusa.com/catalog/product/view/id/1431/s/er27007w/category/7/) and would have gotten one if the case diameter weren't so big (41mm) for my wrist.
They seem to be a decent brand at the price range. Another brand you might watch to check out is Seiko. I like the 5 series okay.
I have the second one on my wrist right now. I dare say, you are a man of refined tastes, good sir.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
I guess I owe you guys some shitty pictures This is just one of my straps, there is another one I have and another one in the mail.
Camera quality isn't so good due to poor lighting so it's a bit blurry and that, but it looks really nice with that style of strap. Really classy looking but also good for every day use. Couldn't be happier with the seiko 5.
The strap I have coming in the mail is a lot smoother, no alligator style. I'll probably end up using it for my day to day. It all looks much better in person of course.
This is just one of my straps, there is another one I have and another one in the mail.
Camera quality isn't so good due to poor lighting so it's a bit blurry and that, but it looks really nice with that style of strap. Really classy looking but also good for every day use. Couldn't be happier with the seiko 5.
The strap I have coming in the mail is a lot smoother, no alligator style. I'll probably end up using it for my day to day. It all looks much better in person of course.
Diseased Yak
Gold Member
Been working on getting a collection going, here's what I have so far:
Oris Artix Chronograph
Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16
Breitling Superocean Chronograph II
I love them all. I have to admit to wearing the Breitling more than any, and I would imagine most watches I buy in the future will be Breitlings. Something about them I just love.
I'm becoming a serious watch worshipper...
Oris Artix Chronograph
Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16
Breitling Superocean Chronograph II
I love them all. I have to admit to wearing the Breitling more than any, and I would imagine most watches I buy in the future will be Breitlings. Something about them I just love.
I'm becoming a serious watch worshipper...
nakedsushi
Member
Breitling Superocean Chronograph II
Wow, the bracelet on that is weird! Is that just the angle or is it all groovy looking on purpose?
Diseased Yak
Gold Member
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I wish I could wear a watch and have it not look bad on me. It just doesn't work for me.
I did see the CEO of my company's Submariner the other day (the one with the blue face). A bit too gaudy for me. I like the one nib95 posted earlier - that's a funky yet sleek looking watch face (here).
Cool stuff though, guys. I like browsing this thread.
I did see the CEO of my company's Submariner the other day (the one with the blue face). A bit too gaudy for me. I like the one nib95 posted earlier - that's a funky yet sleek looking watch face (here).
Cool stuff though, guys. I like browsing this thread.
What's the issue here do you think? Perhaps peeps could recommend something that might overcome the perceived problem.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
Bought this cheapy Seiko in the meantime until I decided if I'm ok with the integrated bracelet for the Coutura.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
Man, fuck seiko. Who thought these shitty L-pins they use were a good idea. They're impossible to get out.
haha, the L shaped flat pins? those things are fucking garbage. My last seiko had those and I ordered a replacement bracelet immediately.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Sort of the same reason I can't wear hats - they just don't look right on me. I'm not sure what it is. :\
Man I gotta stop watching this video...too tempting lol
WATCHTANAKA1: CASIO G-SHOCK SKY COCKPIT GW-A1000-1AJF カシオ ジーショック スカイコックピット
That is tempting! And hawt! Fortunately I'm satisfied with the G-Shock I have now.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
YES.
I finally got it fitted now but man what a garbage design for pins.Me and this little bastard aren't friends.
Edit: Fits now at least!
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
About to pull the trigger on the Orient Black Mako. Should I go for it?
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
If you like it then go for it. I don't think it's a bad looking watch and isn't expensively priced and Orient is a good brand so if that's the kind of watch you're looking for then definitely go for it.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
What about the Ray model? Is it better/worse than the Mako?
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
It's completely personal preference but I've always liked marks instead of numbers on a watch face like that but depends on what you prefer. I also like that the ray is in blue as well as black. I've liked the look of blue faces lately. There's nothing better or worse mechanically between them, it's just what looks better to you.
Edit: Hmm, they have a blue mako too... I'm not sure then, it depends on if you like the numbers or the marks instead. All I know is the blue face is sexy.
Witchfinder General
punched Wheelchair Mike
Bought this whilst visiting Japan a few weeks ago:
Seiko Alpinist SARB017
Seiko Alpinist SARB017
Bought this whilst visiting Japan a few weeks ago:
Seiko Alpinist SARB017
Nice. I really, really, really wanted the SARB015 Alpinist in the WORST WAY before I got my SMP 300, and it looks like it went OOP :<