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NeoGAF Timepiece Thread Of Fine Wristwatches
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GalacticSushiman
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*yawn*
PjotrStroganov
Member
When it comes to desirability?
Only Omega has watches that I would be interested in. Rolex and Patek get my respect for quality. I don't have any affinity with the brands though. TAG does nothing for me and I wouldn't want to be caught dead with a Breitling.
Only Omega has watches that I would be interested in. Rolex and Patek get my respect for quality. I don't have any affinity with the brands though. TAG does nothing for me and I wouldn't want to be caught dead with a Breitling.
For me on this list, its Omega and then nothing else. I really don't like the look of Tags, Rolex or Breitling.
I prefer the looks of watches from Hamilton, Nomos, stowa, those types.
I have a nice vintage Omega and the only other one I want is the Aqua Terra skyfall, dat blue, it calls to me.
maxheadwound
Member
Cheers guys, any other not so well known brands you can suggest?
Many thanks
Many thanks
MistakenMobius
Member
"Old" IWC
Zenith
Nomos
JLC
But frankly if the price is right and you like the design, do not hesitate, there is no shame in buying something that you find cool, just don't get ripped off (and say no to fake)
GalacticSushiman
Member
Don't Laugh
Banned
i hardly ever see ulysse nardin or girard-perregaux watches in the wild
sankt-Antonio
:^)--?-<
My first Omega! Brand new P.O. 2200.50.00 with the 2500D movement.
This is the watch i am going to buy whenever i decide to finally get a nice timepiece. Only thing that bugs me are the seven(?) different fond types used on the watch.
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
Omega makes great watches, but they're all too thick. Hell, the 2254 should wear smaller than my skx0007, but it doesn't.
Rolex is the other brand where the submariner, ex2, and ex1 aren't thick.
iwc, well they're like clocks. The ingenuier is actually a nice sized watch. So is the Portuguese.
Rolex is the other brand where the submariner, ex2, and ex1 aren't thick.
iwc, well they're like clocks. The ingenuier is actually a nice sized watch. So is the Portuguese.
Forsete
Member
Time for another watch restoration post. 
I used my Orient for a while at work, well the bracelet quickly accumulated scratches so I went back to wearing my digital Casio watch. :/
Well, anyway with nothing better to do I tried to restore the bracelet.
This is what it looked like.
Using a scotch brite pad to get the scratches out, this works perfectly on stainless steel.
Used paper tape to cover the polished stripes while using the pad on the inside parts.
Some of the polished stripes had gotten scratched, so here I am carefully polishing them back up.
Done. Back to original condition.. almost anyway.
I used my Orient for a while at work, well the bracelet quickly accumulated scratches so I went back to wearing my digital Casio watch. :/
Well, anyway with nothing better to do I tried to restore the bracelet.
This is what it looked like.
Using a scotch brite pad to get the scratches out, this works perfectly on stainless steel.
Used paper tape to cover the polished stripes while using the pad on the inside parts.
Some of the polished stripes had gotten scratched, so here I am carefully polishing them back up.
Done. Back to original condition.. almost anyway.
I got a couple new watches the past few weeks.
first, a vintage Seiko 6138-8020 panda chronograph. It is an original dial with the linen-like texture. Very nice. it came with this brown strap but I ordered a 19mm black strap with white stitching.
And then the big one an Omega planet Ocean 2500C model. it was a Canadian seller offering the watch plus a few extras for a pretty good price. couldnt resist. I really love it. its taken over almost all my wrist time.
I also ordered a black leather strap with orange contrast stitching to change the look up and an orange rubber strap. I should get those in a week.
lume on the PO is ridiculous cant quite capture it here.
first, a vintage Seiko 6138-8020 panda chronograph. It is an original dial with the linen-like texture. Very nice. it came with this brown strap but I ordered a 19mm black strap with white stitching.
And then the big one an Omega planet Ocean 2500C model. it was a Canadian seller offering the watch plus a few extras for a pretty good price. couldnt resist. I really love it. its taken over almost all my wrist time.
I also ordered a black leather strap with orange contrast stitching to change the look up and an orange rubber strap. I should get those in a week.
lume on the PO is ridiculous cant quite capture it here.
maxheadwound
Member
I got a couple new watches the past few weeks.
first, a vintage Seiko 6138-8020 panda chronograph. It is an original dial with the linen-like texture. Very nice. it came with this brown strap but I ordered a 19mm black strap with white stitching.
And then the big one an Omega planet Ocean 2500C model. it was a Canadian seller offering the watch plus a few extras for a pretty good price. couldnt resist. I really love it. its taken over almost all my wrist time.
I also ordered a black leather strap with orange contrast stitching to change the look up and an orange rubber strap. I should get those in a week.
lume on the PO is ridiculous cant quite capture it here.
That Omega is a nice looking watch... like the orange in the watch face
same. I like the hints of orange. I love the clean lines on the planet ocean. It's my favorite take on the dive watch that I've seen. (I need to try on an 8500 model but I fear they've made it too thick for my taste)
Going back to your older post about different manufacturers, regardless of mechanical pedigree, Omega is the top of the list for me when it comes to making items I really want to wear.
beyond that, I like some of the less blingy rolex designs and the Monaco from Tag. I find that the lower end Patek Aquanaut has very awkward design issues that I don't like (weirdness with the alignment of indeces and the date window). the higher end ones... well, they're not realistically anything I could consider owning.
MaizeRage25
Member
Need some opinions gents.
I am planning on buying a Rolex to commemorate the upcoming birth of my second child. I plan on keeping the watch and passing it on at some point.
Originally I wanted something I could wear everyday and was not too blingy, so I was planning on getting the no-date Submariner (114060):
However, a couple things I am not sure about:
So now I am re-thinking and looking at the 216570 Polar Explorer II:
Feel the white dial is more casual and love the added 24hr/GMT functionality.
What do you guys think?
I am planning on buying a Rolex to commemorate the upcoming birth of my second child. I plan on keeping the watch and passing it on at some point.
Originally I wanted something I could wear everyday and was not too blingy, so I was planning on getting the no-date Submariner (114060):
However, a couple things I am not sure about:
- Screms Rolex
- All black and I rarely wear black
- Super common
So now I am re-thinking and looking at the 216570 Polar Explorer II:
Feel the white dial is more casual and love the added 24hr/GMT functionality.
What do you guys think?
maxheadwound
Member
My dad just got this today,
http://www.omegawatches.com/collect...an-600-m/omega-co-axial-455-mm/23290462103001
Very nice looking, I am jealous as hell. I cannot wait to get my watch back tomorrow as it went in for a service.
Speaking of Omega's, I got my grandfather's old Constellation out of the drawer. I'd not worn it as it needed a new strap and I'd been too lazy to get it done. Finally got a cheap one for £5 to get wearing it again.
Quite liking it, even if it does run a bit fast. Far from perfect condition but then it is quite old.
Quite liking it, even if it does run a bit fast. Far from perfect condition but then it is quite old.
maxheadwound
Member
If you get some cash get it serviced at Swisstimeservices.com. They are suppose to be really good. I am getting mine back tomorrow so I will let you know how it looks.
My father told me it was service a few years ago, I think it gaining time is just an age thing.
And then the big one an Omega planet Ocean 2500C model. it was a Canadian seller offering the watch plus a few extras for a pretty good price. couldnt resist. I really love it. its taken over almost all my wrist time.
I also ordered a black leather strap with orange contrast stitching to change the look up and an orange rubber strap. I should get those in a week.
lume on the PO is ridiculous cant quite capture it here.
Great looking watch! Congrats and enjoy!
GalacticSushiman
Member
I did not know the date window was changing bit by bit on those model, still, interesting piece.
To the Rolex question: go with the Sub, I rarely dress in black, yet it goes with anything, and you want a timeless design for a heirloom, not just something fashionable today
MistakenMobius
Member
Explorer explorer explorerNeed some opinions gents.
I am planning on buying a Rolex to commemorate the upcoming birth of my second child. I plan on keeping the watch and passing it on at some point.
Originally I wanted something I could wear everyday and was not too blingy, so I was planning on getting the no-date Submariner (114060):
However, a couple things I am not sure about:
- Screms Rolex
- All black and I rarely wear black
- Super common
So now I am re-thinking and looking at the 216570 Polar Explorer II:
Feel the white dial is more casual and love the added 24hr/GMT functionality.
What do you guys think?
Maybe track the older model 16650 in 40mm?
MaizeRage25
Member
To the Rolex question: go with the Sub, I rarely dress in black, yet it goes with anything, and you want a timeless design for a heirloom, not just something fashionable today
Agree with you 100%....Rolex Sub is absolutely timeless. Still want to get something I enjoy wearing every day. Also with Rolex not concerned very much with any of their watches being only fashionable today.
Definitively okay with the 42mm of the newer model (I have 7.5" wrists). I also prefer the orange hand and the maxi dial/markers.
Need some opinions gents.
I am planning on buying a Rolex to commemorate the upcoming birth of my second child. I plan on keeping the watch and passing it on at some point.
Originally I wanted something I could wear everyday and was not too blingy, so I was planning on getting the no-date Submariner (114060):
However, a couple things I am not sure about:
- Screms Rolex
- All black and I rarely wear black
- Super common
So now I am re-thinking and looking at the 216570 Polar Explorer II:
Feel the white dial is more casual and love the added 24hr/GMT functionality.
What do you guys think?
I like the new blue/green milgauss
might not be for everyone, though...
MaizeRage25
Member
I like the new blue/green milgauss
might not be for everyone, though...
Love it, especially the green crystal.
But want to avoid polished center links (sadly also why I am not considering the new BLNR GMT).
Oh yeah, I hear ya. that didnt stand out to me at fist but I see it now. I had an older speedmaster reduced bracelet that was a little too shiny for my tastes.I know where youre coming from.
I suppose of the two you posted, I slightly prefer the black dial sub, no date. Black dials can go well with lots of attire, imo.
I suppose youll plan to try on these watches (and more) at a dealer? that experience will probably make your decision.
GalacticSushiman
Member
You would be surprised. Still, enjoy the hunt!
I really considered that watch, as I love watches with color. Still, I ended up with a Nomos but still love the Rolex.
MistakenMobius
Member
MaizeRage25
Member
Absolutely. Have tried on the Sub multiple times, but still waiting for my local dealer to get a Polar Exp2 in stock. Have tried on a black dial version.
maxheadwound
Member
Back from the service. I am very impressed as it looks like a new watch. Even got a hard case and a softcase from them with all the spares they returned
MaizeRage25
Member
Decided to go Explorer II.
GalacticSushiman
Member
Forsete
Member
Congrats!
I am still so happy with mine, it has not left my wrist since I got it (well, not counting sleeping and when I am at work, then I still use my beat up Casio watch).Guys... avoid the apple watch threads... just an FYI.
Why?
Now I am curious!
Guys... avoid the apple watch threads... just an FYI.
Rolex, Rolex.... ROLEX
Congrats!
Why?
Now I am curious!
Because in the watch world dropping 10k on a watch is nothing! Never mind that that 10k watch actually lasts decades or even multiple lifetimes and is not obsolete when apple decides to no longer support it.
whatsinaname
Member
Guys... avoid the apple watch threads... just an FYI.
More competition in the luxury watch market means I can now buy that A Lange & Sohne watch for cheap on eBay.
GalacticSushiman
Member
Yeah, right
Guys... avoid the apple watch threads... just an FYI.
Now I want to see
It's been a while, WatchGAF. The Apple watch stuff made me retreat back here for safety.
IWC Portuguese is the one ETA that really tempts me.
Grats on both!
I really like the dial on the Seiko. Are there any others currently like it, new?
A few years ago, I was looking at a PO, and really wished then that they produced a LiquidMetal version with orange numerals. That would have been perfect, to me.
IWC Portuguese is the one ETA that really tempts me.
Grats on both!
I really like the dial on the Seiko. Are there any others currently like it, new?
A few years ago, I was looking at a PO, and really wished then that they produced a LiquidMetal version with orange numerals. That would have been perfect, to me.
GalacticSushiman
Member
Interesting design, modern but not 'too much'.
The full ad (a watch for the cold??)
Also, new Zenith Defy from 1975 on beige leather strap, and the Cocktail Time now on blue Ostrich leg
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
I have a red mark on the side of my wrist. I think it has to do with the rubber band.
ill post a pic tomorrow.
ill post a pic tomorrow.
That Tudor is my next watch. I came in just to post it, and someone already beat me to it. Here's more details:
http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/the-tudor-north-flag-with-in-house-movement
Love this but so similar to my Damasko...
http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/the-tudor-north-flag-with-in-house-movement
Love this but so similar to my Damasko...
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
New Pelagos,too. Blue with the in house movement. I wonder if we'll see a new BB with the in house too, this week.
EDIT-WOW at the new Longines watch. An original movement, too?
EDIT-WOW at the new Longines watch. An original movement, too?
