CalhounBurns
Neo Member
That's fair enough. I cant imagine I'm going to notice it unless I'm looking at the face. I was also looking at a Hamilton Khaki Auto but overall I prefer the look of the Victorinox.
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NeoGAF Timepiece Thread Of Fine Wristwatches
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That's fair enough. I cant imagine I'm going to notice it unless I'm looking at the face. I was also looking at a Hamilton Khaki Auto but overall I prefer the look of the Victorinox.
biggersmaller
Banned
Although $150-$175, I would also recommend Mondaine for that chic minimalist look. The advantage with these watches are that you tend not to see them out and about.
Anyone have suggestions for a better suggestion for a watch similar to this?
http://www.fossil.com/en_US/shop/ansel_stainless_steel_watch_black-me3022p.html
Looking for a skeleton watch that doesn't have to be completely revealed on the dial and prefer steel straps over leather. Max price I'd pay is around $500. Thanks!
http://www.fossil.com/en_US/shop/ansel_stainless_steel_watch_black-me3022p.html
Looking for a skeleton watch that doesn't have to be completely revealed on the dial and prefer steel straps over leather. Max price I'd pay is around $500. Thanks!
Anyone have suggestions for a better suggestion for a watch similar to this?
http://www.fossil.com/en_US/shop/ansel_stainless_steel_watch_black-me3022p.html
Looking for a skeleton watch that doesn't have to be completely revealed on the dial and prefer steel straps over leather. Max price I'd pay is around $500. Thanks!
I could have sworn I saw a bunch of skeleton watch before at this site (I always check it once a day for deal)
http://www.sharkstores.com/Watches
Very nice. Boss watches look fantastic for their price bracket. My first nice watch was a Boss and I still like it to this day despite purchasing more luxurious watches - a Raymond Weil and a Mont Blanc. I shall post my collection tomorrow!
Thanks for the site suggestion. I was hoping for specific watch recommendations so I know what to look out for.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
My current collection 
nakedsushi
Member
Aw cute Timex. I like it because it reminds me of a classroom clock. Except it actually moves at a fast pace, unlike the last 5 minutes before the end of class.
Sickboy007
Member
Those Skagen are actually really, really nice...
What do you say GAF, titanium or steel?
Steel should be less scratch-prone, right?
What do you say GAF, titanium or steel?
Steel should be less scratch-prone, right?
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
Do you guys like this?
nakedsushi
Member
The dial is kind of distracting with all the little mini dials inside, but the main dial without it is nice. I guess I'm more of a fan of a simple dial. I like the band, but just not with that watch.
Skagen watches seem to have a problem with cracking crystal.Perhaps due to the sleek design.
This is of course not covered under warranty.
PjotrStroganov
Member
received these two over the weekend. Everything I read about the bracelet and strap that come with these being junk is true, so on went some nato straps; otherwise they are great and I'm already thinking about another amphibia.
Love the look of those Vostok watches. The Russian versions.
Phat Michael
Banned
new to this thread and I love the seiko coutura snac75 the black and gold one. apparently its not in season anymore.any leads where I can pick up one similar?
Not knowing anything about style, but only your price point, I would recommend either Seiko (which has a metric crapload of styles to choose from, often available on Amazon) or maybe Christoper Ward (a British-based watch company; if you are in the US, check out http://www.christopherward-usa.com).
Edit -- I was gonna edit to say "But if she wants a Coach watch, maybe you should just get her that." Then I looked at their website and said, Damn, those are overpriced for quartz watches, at least at MSRP.
Or I should just get her what she wants and shut up...lol.
Anyone ever buy something from the watchuseek forum? I don't trust wire transfers and would rather do paypal. Are there any protections on paypal in case of scams or is it just a roll of a dice?
Also, I think I need a sapphire crystal for my next watch. No idea what happened, but my current watch has a giant gash on the glass as well as multiple small scratches. Last time I checked, it was fine. Maybe it was from skiing last weekend. :lol
Also, I think I need a sapphire crystal for my next watch. No idea what happened, but my current watch has a giant gash on the glass as well as multiple small scratches. Last time I checked, it was fine. Maybe it was from skiing last weekend. :lol
I've bought and sold on there a bunch. There is no protection, you pretty much have to "buy" the seller or buyer. Do your homework on the seller and you'll be fine. Also, PayPal is generally accepted or negotiable.
the watchuseek store itself is a trusted store,,no problems there. as for forum members buy/sell sections, I sold several watches there without problems. I'd always check the post history of the buyer/seller before transaction and only do trades there via PayPal.
Acrylic crystal? Buff that sucker out with Polywatch (about $5 on Amazon) or toothpaste.
Ive never bought a watch from the forums, but I have bought bracelets/straps/tools from there before. Never had an issue. Like Onkel said, do you homework on the poster.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
So my new Orient watch has a problem. Once or twice a day the second hand gets stuck at the 49 second marker and the watch just locks up. The only way to get it going again is to basically start swinging the minute hand back and forth. How major of an issue is this? I was thinking if it's a minor defect I could take it to a repair shop rather than RMA.
silentspork
Member
I'm thinking about picking up this watch for myself:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UV50HW/?tag=neogaf0e-20
It would be my first nice watch.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UV50HW/?tag=neogaf0e-20
It would be my first nice watch.
Nice watch.
One thing: check out what sort of warranty you get. Since you aren't buying from an authorized dealer, Hamilton/Swatch group won't warranty the watch. Amazon gives a 2-year warranty on everything they sell that isn't covered by a manufacture warranty, but that particular watch is being sold by some third-party grey market dealer I've never heard of, not Amazon itself.
looking at tag heuer's.. thoughts on this?
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KW6ORK/?tag=neogaf0e-20
or any recommendation around the 1800-2000 mark?
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KW6ORK/?tag=neogaf0e-20
or any recommendation around the 1800-2000 mark?
silentspork
Member
I ended up going with this one.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005GXPMP4/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The band and face are a little simpler, and it's sold directly by Amazon.
Love the one you went with. Especially the band.
Ecto311
Member
Looking for some advice. Figured this would be the best place to ask.
I am looking at a few different g-shock models.
The 5600 solar/atomic
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00134JNJG/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The Riseman
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001A62M04/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The Mudman
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UV0MJS/?tag=neogaf0e-20
and Even the 5600 green black display solar no atomic
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00791YWXE/?tag=neogaf0e-20
My problem is they all have something the others do not. Just looking for opinions on them all if anyone here has them or used any of them. I have heard good and bad about all the models too. Some solar don't work after so long, some atomic's don't sync and the riseman alt is not reliable. I don't need the extended features of the riseman/mudman but I do like the look of them. Just looking for the best long term watch with the best value out of these here.
Thanks for any advice.
Also I'm in Colorado and there is an atomic station in ft. collins so that should work well as far as I know. Just not sure if the atomic feature is needed or just nice to have.
I am looking at a few different g-shock models.
The 5600 solar/atomic
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00134JNJG/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The Riseman
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001A62M04/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The Mudman
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UV0MJS/?tag=neogaf0e-20
and Even the 5600 green black display solar no atomic
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00791YWXE/?tag=neogaf0e-20
My problem is they all have something the others do not. Just looking for opinions on them all if anyone here has them or used any of them. I have heard good and bad about all the models too. Some solar don't work after so long, some atomic's don't sync and the riseman alt is not reliable. I don't need the extended features of the riseman/mudman but I do like the look of them. Just looking for the best long term watch with the best value out of these here.
Thanks for any advice.
Also I'm in Colorado and there is an atomic station in ft. collins so that should work well as far as I know. Just not sure if the atomic feature is needed or just nice to have.
_illmatic_
Member
Just got my first automatic today. Seiko 5 SNK809
Plan on picking up a Black Monster soon. Maybe a Ananta one day......
Plan on picking up a Black Monster soon. Maybe a Ananta one day......
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
Ok, so after about a couple of weeks with my Seiko SNA545, the spring pin the the adjustable holes broke in half. I bought the watch from a website called Broadway Watches. I'm hoping they will give me a refund, because this gives me another excuse to get an Orient Mako watch, and I would definately swap the metal band for a leather strap. I think metal bands look awful on my tiny wrists. I have really skinny, bony wrists, so I'm just afraid if I remove anymore links, the same problem will happen again.
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
Whenever I find a good job, I want a Tag Aquaracer WAN 2111. I love the blue version, and the price isn't that bad.
nakedsushi
Member
Just got my first automatic today. Seiko 5 SNK809
Nice! I have the khaki/tan colored one. I switched out the band that comes with it to a leather band and it looks great. Keeps good time too.
I've been wearing this one lately since it's less bulky under thin sweaters.
It's tiny compared to my more modern watches.
Is quartz ok? There's this: http://www.christopherward-usa.com/men/view-all-mens/c5-q-swk-mk2.html
nakedsushi
Member
Whoa, that's funny because I immediately thought of Chris Ward when I saw the first watch.
flamingotripod
Member
Is the band fairly easy to change? I've been looking to buy the same Seiko and change the band to a leather one like you have but fear that I will mess it up.
_illmatic_
Member
Yeah, I plan to pick up a brown leather strap for it soon. It'll flow nicely with what I usually wear to work. Khakis/Polo. Although for the price these go for the khaki/tan one wouldn't be a bad pick-up.
nakedsushi
Member
Yep, pretty easy. You can always take it to a watch repair shop and have them do it for you for < $10. I did mine myself with just a small flat-headed screwdriver. They have a special tool for it, but I found the small screwdriver worked fine. I have small hands though, so maybe if you have large hands, it'd be awkward.