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[GalacticSushiman]

Oh man, I want this. Around $250 US is a bit steep though. Wonder if they ship to the US. Bah.

yes they do here.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

Is it me or do those two green marks above the two white dials on the 12 look uneven? Compare that to the AT pwack posted:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs...erra-2503-50-black-dial-automatic-817450.html

Or maybe it's the way how the watch is positioned? I know sometimes I move my watch and it looks like the markers do not line up with the numbers on my dial.

I really think it's just perspective, nothing to worry about.

 

[Jhriad]

Couldn't afford a Nomos or a Stowa so I decided to risk it and buy one of the Rodina automatics. Here's hoping it turns out well.

 

[GatorBait]

Any recommendations for sub-$1000 skeleton face watches? How about similarly priced perpetual calendar watches?

 

[GalacticSushiman]

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[GalacticSushiman]

For Skeleton, here are some 'open heart' (just a hole in the movement, not full skeletonised):

Orient Star

Zeppelin

There is also a full skeleton by Orient, but it's around $1.6k:

And Pyrolume seems to do ok stuff, although I can't find any retailer:

I don't know any mechanical with perpetual calendar in that price range, in digital quartz I guess Casio Edifice could be a good place to start looking.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

God, so many different watches to choose from. I keep flip flopping. Now I have my eye on Sinn watches.

What are your thoughts on Sinn? Sometimes I'd like to own a brand that many people don't know about since everyone owns a Rolex, Omega, or Tag.

What about the Sinn 356. that'd be the only style I'd buy from the brand.

And then the Sinn UX, which I prefer over the 356:

This is the auto version, not the quartz.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

Hey, Sinn and Omega were my first recommendation when you started talking about the Tag Heuer

I really beleive Sinn watches are a fantastic choice in this price range, maybe the best.

The mix of strong and relevant history, recent innovation (Gas filled cases to improve readability under any angle), and consistent design makes Sinn a very respectable brand.

That said, I would question the UX choice given your past posts, it's a 44mm watch, quite bulky, and it wears even larger, not sure.

The 356 though is perfect, less than 39mm, it's quite thick, but it seems less than it really is.

I have to refrain from buying new watches every months , but I know that the next after I receive the Panomaticlunar from GO will be this (103 Klassik Limited ed.):

 

[Slizz]

All 3 of those Sinn's look excellent....

 

[Maiar_m]

Oh god and one of you had to mention the Casio Edifice. And I HAD to look them up.

I need to start saving, too many watches to buy damn it.

 

[maxheadwound]

Hey, Sinn and Omega were my first recommendation when you started talking about the Tag Heuer

I really beleive Sinn watches are a fantastic choice in this price range, maybe the best.

The mix of strong and relevant history, recent innovation (Gas filled cases to improve readability under any angle), and consistent design makes Sinn a very respectable brand.

That said, I would question the UX choice given your past posts, it's a 44mm watch, quite bulky, and it wears even larger, not sure.

The 356 though is perfect, less than 39mm, it's quite thick, but it seems less than it really is.

I have to refrain from buying new watches every months , but I know that the next after I receive the Panomaticlunar from GO will be this (103 Klassik Limited ed.):

That is a very nice looking watch... I am going to do some reading about this brand. Looks very interesting.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

I tried on a co-worker's watch that's quite large. Probably around 44-45mm case diameter, and although the lugs were wrapping around my wrists, it didn't look that bad, especially when my arm was at a right angle.

The U200 is 37mm, which looks a bit like the UX. I may opt towards that if I can find a used one.

Yeah, could be either the U200 or the Flieger. Hopefully I can find one used for the U200, cuz those aren't cheap watches. Would like to find one around $1600.

EDIT-GODDAMN Sinn watches are expensive. I thought I saw a 356 on leather strap new for around $1600 on some site. I'd like the metal band since I love Sinn's bands. Are there any sites selling Sinn watches besides watchbuy.com? If not, then I'm definately gonna buy used.

I found this site, but they don't have any Sinn watches in stock, lol:

http://www.sinnwatches.com/products.php?cat=3

Just over $1400 for the 356 on metal band.

EDITx2-Chronomasters.uk is selling it for over $1600 american for the 356, but it's leather strap.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

I tried on a co-worker's watch that's quite large. Probably around 44-45mm case diameter, and although the lugs were wrapping around my wrists, it didn't look that bad, especially when my arm was at a right angle.

The U200 is 37mm, which looks a bit like the UX. I may opt towards that if I can find a used one.

Yeah, could be either the U200 or the Flieger. Hopefully I can find one used for the U200, cuz those aren't cheap watches. Would like to find one around $1600.

EDIT-GODDAMN Sinn watches are expensive. I thought I saw a 356 on leather strap new for around $1600 on some site. I'd like the metal band since I love Sinn's bands. Are there any sites selling Sinn watches besides watchbuy.com? If not, then I'm definately gonna buy used.

I found this site, but they don't have any Sinn watches in stock, lol:

http://www.sinnwatches.com/products.php?cat=3

Just over $1400 for the 356 on metal band.

EDITx2-Chronomasters.uk is selling it for over $1600 american for the 356, but it's leather strap.

Only watchbuy.com is an authorized retailer for new Sinn watches in North America, but Watchuseek and ebay are filled with second hand, U200 actually shows up quite often.

And no, given their R&D investment and overall finish, they are not expensive

Edit: also try chrono 24 for second hand.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

I meant expensive as in prices going up to $4,000-$6,000. They don't consider themselves luxury, but just expensive.

I may still decide on the AT 2503. $1650 is a good deal, as long as it's legit seller:

I like that band.

What about the Sinn EZM 3? Do you like it?

Which would you choose between 356, EZM3, and AT 2503?

This person is selling a EZM3 for under $1300 BUT he says there's a tiny ding on the crystal near the 1 mark:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/sinn-ezm-3-bracelet-816329.html

Great price, but I dunno about the ding mark.

 

[PjotrStroganov]

I don't like the 'Flieger' on the 356. I do like the look of the other (the U200 is even better tbh) but the Omega is all elegance. Of the 3 I'd pick that one.

 

[OnkelC]

The UX and the EZM3 are both great watches. The UX has a way bigger and heavier case, thus much more wrist presence than the EZM 3 which is more or less Submariner-sized. Here's a size comparison pic:

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Cool pics. I like the flieger. Not a big fan of chronos and never use the functions, but the 356 is an exception. Would've purchased the EZM3 from link I posted, but the ding on the crystal is an instant no buy. Nice looking look from the YT videos I've seen, too.

 

[Chromax]

I think I have a new dream watch...

Roger Dubuis's Excalibur Table Ronde

It actually have the 12 knights around the round table!

 

[GalacticSushiman]

I think I have a new dream watch...

Roger Dubuis's Excalibur Table Ronde

It actually have the 12 knights around the round table!

Maybe one day Roger Dubuis will do a normal watch that does not try to be something else... His tourbillon models are mechanical masterpieces, but I can't read the time on it - too much stuff... In the 'tourbillon/skeleton/crazy priced' category I prefer Richard Mille myself.

But since it's the subject, here is my grail - A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk, digital dial, yet mechanic movement:

And the movement:

 

[Keen]

Maybe one day Roger Dubuis will do a normal watch that does not try to be something else... His tourbillon models are mechanical masterpieces, but I can't read the time on it - too much stuff... In the 'tourbillon/skeleton/crazy priced' category I prefer Richard Mille myself.

But since it's the subject, here is my grail - A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk, digital dial, yet mechanic movement:

And the movement:

Great choice, the zeitwerk is my grail as well.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

After thinking a bit, I'm going to hold off spending thousands of dollars on a watch. I'm going to be applying for a job with federal law enforcement agency in DC, so I'm going to need to save as much money as I can to take the trips from FL to DC.

I do want a new automatic watch, though it'll be between $400-$500. Right now, it's either the Tissot Le Locle or the Hamilton Viewmatic:

Just wanted opinions from those two watches. I'm going to take a drive to jewlry shop on Monday. They sell Hammies, and I think Tissot, too.

Leaning towards the tissot only because the lug to lug length is shorter. The Viewmatic is 50mm L2L.

The cons to the Tissot Le Locle is that I don't like the polished look too much.

 

[h3ro]

I like the Tissot.

 

[Stasis]

My wonderful wife got me something I have long wanted for my 30th birthday- a Movado watch. It's the Museum Classic:

I don't wear watches. I like watches, which is why I'm up in here checking 'em out, but I don't wear them because I have small wrists and the watches I like tend to look out of place. I also am just not used to a "presence" on my wrist, so it irks me quickly and I take them off. I'm more of a small leather bracelet kinda guy.

That said, there's one watch I've always wanted and that's pretty much exactly what you just got. My dad has a bunch of Movados, and it's basically all he's ever worn. He's not a big watch guy either, and he's always said that it's one of the few he could wear. He loves them. I guess that rubbed off on me. Grats! It looks great. It's on my list of accessories to buy sooner or later, so hopefully I'll receive that as a gift from my gf at some point too =)

 

[GalacticSushiman]

Just wanted opinions from those two watches. I'm going to take a drive to jewlry shop on Monday. They sell Hammies, and I think Tissot, too.

Leaning towards the tissot only because the lug to lug length is shorter. The Viewmatic is 50mm L2L.

The cons to the Tissot Le Locle is that I don't like the polished look too much.

Not a big fan of the Hamilton, a bit old fashioned, the Tissot is very Blancpain-esque, which is not a bad thing.

But if you want to get the best out of your budget I'd suggest ordering something online, you are likely to less than in a jewelry in Florida

Why not order a cheaper Orient and save money for now? They have a nice $210 model which features second hand and date as the ones you like:

 

[Aske]

Just wanted opinions from those two watches. I'm going to take a drive to jewlry shop on Monday. They sell Hammies, and I think Tissot, too.

Leaning towards the tissot only because the lug to lug length is shorter. The Viewmatic is 50mm L2L.

The cons to the Tissot Le Locle is that I don't like the polished look too much.

Surprised the Tissot is getting so much love - the Hamilton strikes me as objectively superior. The quality of the dial's finish looks several grades above the Tissot: every detail is crisper and more refined. I also prefer the Hamilton's case shape, and share your preference for the brushed finish over the Tissot's polish. If they're comparably priced, I think you're getting a great deal more watch for the money with the Hamilton.

I feel for you on the Omega issue. Someday I plan to own a Speedmaster 9300, but I won't be dropping ~$7000 on one any time soon! I'll probably pick up a nice Valjoux chrono in the meantime.

 

[nakedsushi]

After thinking a bit, I'm going to hold off spending thousands of dollars on a watch. I'm going to be applying for a job with federal law enforcement agency in DC, so I'm going to need to save as much money as I can to take the trips from FL to DC.

I do want a new automatic watch, though it'll be between $400-$500. Right now, it's either the Tissot Le Locle or the Hamilton Viewmatic:

Just wanted opinions from those two watches. I'm going to take a drive to jewlry shop on Monday. They sell Hammies, and I think Tissot, too.

Leaning towards the tissot only because the lug to lug length is shorter. The Viewmatic is 50mm L2L.

The cons to the Tissot Le Locle is that I don't like the polished look too much.

Wait, wouldn't your job be picking up the tab for travel? That's how it usually is in my field. All business-related travel is paid for by work.

As for the two watches, I own the black version of the Hamilton Viewmatic and I can tell you it's a very solid and sturdy feeling watch. I like that it looks a little old-fashioned compared to the Tissot. Not sure if you care, but it looks like there are no lumens on the hands of the Tissot, so visibility might be more difficult in low-light situations than the Hamilton.

If you like a lighter watch weight-wise, I'd go with the Tissot. My husband has a comparable Tissot and it definitely feels lighter than my Hamilton.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

US Capitol Hill Police don't pay for expenses unfortunately.


As for Hamilton, Yeah, I'm torn so I'll go buy the AD and try on both. Just worried about the lug to lug being 50mm on the Hammie.

Hamilton's history is rich. They were considered the biggest threat to Swiss watch companies back in the day. Were very expensive back if you adjusted for inflation. Then they fell hard. I mean it's nice SWATCH bailed them out, because SWATCH knew they were a great watch company that made many affordable, great quality watches.

And I'm gonna buy online. I just want to look at them in person.

EDIT-Damn you Orient for making nice watches:

Maybe I can buy both since they're very affordable, lol.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

OH MY GOD I just discovered this beauty:

SARC019:

http://yeomanseiko.com/2012/09/02/seiko-mechanical-sarc019/#more-4401

Powered by Sr21 movement, which seems to be a mid-high end movement, 29 jewels.

Found the watch online from that global.rakuten site for just over $1,000. Still leaves me over a grand in my savings. Is that a safe site to purchase from?

This watch is just DAMN beautiful. There's a white dial roman numerals and comes on steel bracelet. SHIT. I LOVE Seiko watches. They make cheap to very expensive watches.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

Found the watch online from that global.rakuten site for just over $1,000. Still leaves me over a grand in my savings. Is that a safe site to purchase from?

This watch is just DAMN beautiful. There's a white dial roman numerals and comes on steel bracelet. SHIT. I LOVE Seiko watches. They make cheap to very expensive watches.

I've only seen this model with Arabic numerals, where did you see the roman numerals dial?

I agree that this is very classy watch, and an excellent proposition when it comes to value for money. Even if I personally prefer the clean dial of this model (also powered by the sr21and with the same finish, but $200 less)

Rakuten is the largest mall brand in Japan, I imagine you can buy safely, but I would not be surprised if taxes and duties apply.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

The only thing I'm worried about for any watch if I purcase online is the leather strap. I'm not sure if it's going to fit my wrists at 6 inches. I guess I can always buy the SS version and swap it for a leather.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Went to the AD this morning. Not really feeling the Viewmatic. First of all, the lugs are pretty damn long, and I don't like the way how they're shaped. Also, the leather strap didn't even fit my wrists even on the last hole, LOL.

What I did see was the Tissot Seastar 1000. I was actually blown away by the quality of the watch, especially the bezel. The bezel felt and turned like my friend's Omega PO. The case was finished beautifully, and I loved the rubber strap. Fit my wrist perfectly. I may consider this watch.

As for a more casual/dressy watch, since Hamilton didn't pass the test, I may look at the Seiko Sarb21.

EDIT-DAMN now I'm reading that the rubber strap may contain BPA, that's if it's pvc? Gonna call Tissot.

 

[elseanio]

After thinking a bit, I'm going to hold off spending thousands of dollars on a watch. I'm going to be applying for a job with federal law enforcement agency in DC, so I'm going to need to save as much money as I can to take the trips from FL to DC.

I do want a new automatic watch, though it'll be between $400-$500. Right now, it's either the Tissot Le Locle or the Hamilton Viewmatic:

Just wanted opinions from those two watches. I'm going to take a drive to jewlry shop on Monday. They sell Hammies, and I think Tissot, too.

Leaning towards the tissot only because the lug to lug length is shorter. The Viewmatic is 50mm L2L.

The cons to the Tissot Le Locle is that I don't like the polished look too much.

I'm picking this watch up later today. Will post some thoughts and pics on it later.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Cancelled the Tissot Seastar on Amazon, lol. Decided to go with the Viewmatic, but the 37mm version. Found one on Authenticwatches.com. 40mm looked too big due to the lugs, plus the strap didn't fit me. Hoping 37mm doesn't look too small, and the strap fits.

 

[PjotrStroganov]

I personally think dress watches look better if they are not too big. I bet it looks good on a smaller wrist.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

I personally think dress watches look better if they are not too big. I bet it looks good on a smaller wrist.

Amen.

36-40mm for the win for dress watches.

 

[Guevara]

I have an old Skagen along the lines of this (but mine is a chronograph):

I was thinking of changing the band to a thin leather. Can this be done with a Skagen? I heard they use weird sizes. Also, what color leather would go with titanium? Navy?

 

[elseanio]

A few pictures of the Tissot Le Locle Automatic I picked up today:

Would have loved the Stowa-Antea, but that's a bit over my price range right now.

 

[h3ro]

That Tissot is stunning. Love it.

I've been thinking of an evening/formal watch and the Le Locle is tops of my list.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

Fantastic value for money, and again the Blancpain inspired dial is very classy.

That said,funny how the dial is in English (automatic) but the back is in (approximative) French. Aaaah, marketing

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Ordered the 37mm Viewmatic from Authenticwatches.com. Me being an idiot, I didn't read the fine print that if an item is out of stock, it'd take 2-8 weeks to ship to their store and then they'd overnight the shipping for free. So now I have to possibly wait awhile until it ships. Oh well, I don't mind waiting till possibly the end of month. They did say it's just an estimate could arrive sooner. The 40mm watch was nice and all, but the damn lugs are LONG. They were pretty much overlapping my wrists and it looked odd.


I don't get the idea of big watches being fashionable. I think they had it right and men looked great with the smaller dials back in the golden days.

 

[PjotrStroganov]

So my cat took a liking to my watch a while ago. I got it back.....eventually.

Then, I could finally fit my yobokies bracelet. It was a bit finicky but I got it done. It's a heavy mofo.

 

[BrettWeir]

US Capitol Hill Police don't pay for expenses unfortunately.


As for Hamilton, Yeah, I'm torn so I'll go buy the AD and try on both. Just worried about the lug to lug being 50mm on the Hammie.

Hamilton's history is rich. They were considered the biggest threat to Swiss watch companies back in the day. Were very expensive back if you adjusted for inflation. Then they fell hard. I mean it's nice SWATCH bailed them out, because SWATCH knew they were a great watch company that made many affordable, great quality watches.

And I'm gonna buy online. I just want to look at them in person.

EDIT-Damn you Orient for making nice watches:

Maybe I can buy both since they're very affordable, lol.

I agree about Orient. I love my Mako. I almost find myself wearing the Mako as much as my Rolex GMT Master.

 

[GalacticSushiman]

So my cat took a liking to my watch a while ago. I got it back.....eventually.


Then, I could finally fit my yobokies bracelet. It was a bit finicky but I got it done. It's a heavy mofo.

Looking great with the yobokies bracelet, congrats!!

 

[BrettWeir]

Just noticed my pics are no longer available links.

Here's the Rolex GMT Master. Need to get some pics of the Orient Mako.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Switched my order to a watch Authenticwatches had, which was the 40mm black dial version with dark brown croc leather. Sadly, I think the band is still going to be too big. I can either punch another hole and wait until I replace the strap.

What about a deployment strap? What's the purpose of deployment straps, anyway? Would it fit my 6 inch wrists better?

 

[Aske]

Switched my order to a watch Authenticwatches had, which was the 40mm black dial version with dark brown croc leather. Sadly, I think the band is still going to be too big. I can either punch another hole and wait until I replace the strap.

What about a deployment strap? What's the purpose of deployment straps, anyway? Would it fit my 6 inch wrists better?

Deployant clasps primarily function as a slick way to fasten and unfasten strap. They prevent wear and tear to strap leather since the material doesn't have to bend through a buckle. I doubt adding one to your strap will help you with the fit. On the one hand, if you're retrofitting the clasp to a strap that already sports a tang buckle you might be able to cut off some material during the transplant; however, deployants are much bulkier than buckles, so on a thin wrist they can wrap right around and end up sitting very oddly. You might find yourself with an even more uncomfortable problem. Punching a new hole is probably your best bet.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Bulkier? Yeah, no way. Thanks. I'll just punch another whole and then look into buying another strap, preferably black. Don't like dark brown.

 

[Jason's Ultimatum]

Received my Hamilton Viewmatic. Can't take good pics due to the glare, but overall, I'm very satisfied with the watch. Great quality, cool to see the gears move on the back of the watch, and fits nicely. Glad I switched from the 37mm to the 40mm. The lugs aren't a problem overlapping my wrists. The leather band is a croc and dark brown. Almost looks blacks at times. I am being paranoid about the hour hand, though. At times it looks like there's a dent, but I believe it's the shimmer at the end of the lume mark on the hour hand. Hands are very shiny, so moving the watch around makes the hands almost change due to perspective, lol. =\

I honestly think I don't need to spend thousands of dollars on a watch after owning this Hammie. Anything under a grand I'm happy with, and plus, there's a large selection of quality watches in that price range.

I may get a quartz watch for a daily beater priced under $200. Right now I'm thinking about the Citizen Nighthawk. Looks great, but I'm a bit turned off by how busy it looks. Or I could go for another auto as a daily beater under $200. It'd probably be Orient Mako. I just don't want to deal with another auto when it comes to servicing and winding.

 

[f0rk]

It's the end of an era for this thread

 

[PjotrStroganov]

Great looking watch Jason's Ultimatum!

Good to see you have finally made choice. Though the struggle to find another watch isn't over I see.