OT: Watch Talk

[ntb1001]

Originally Posted by Louis

True.



(But I still think I'm right. )

Of course...I’m always right too!!


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[Polyglot]

I have been "collecting" watches for a little over 30 years. Buying watches that attracted my attention. Over time, I have noted that a number of watches that were once my absolute favorites have become relegated to my watch box. I think part of the change is linked to my declining eyesight. At any distance beyond about 5 feet, my eyesight remains very good, but anything closer, I really need reading glasses (which I rarely wear apart from when I am working on the computer).

I can't remember when the last time that I wore my Breitling Chronomat from the late 50's early 60's. Back 20 years ago, it was my absolute favorite. When I got married twenty-odd years ago, I wore my Zenith Pacific "el primero", now I can't read the date without glasses.

In their place, I now privilege two watches that have uncluttered light colored dials: a Breitling one-button chronograph (former Royal Canadian Air Force model) and a gold Rolex Date-just.


Sorry for the poor photos

[TonyG]

That one button is very nice.

I have been in and out of the watch hobby for 35 years. It started with IWC; which I still love. Moved to Rolex (which I no longer love) and then Blancpain and then Seiko.

Yes Seiko. These is just something about stuff that just works. And of all things I may even buy (brace yourself) a Grand Seiko Quartz. One battery every five years, off no more than 5 seconds a year it does what a watch is made to do, right? And then there is the spring drive if I can't actually get myself to buy a quartz watch.

[oldpotatoe]

Originally Posted by Louis

I don't care what brand it's on, IMO the cyclops is hideous.

I think for the more normal watches you see in the wild, it tells 'others' how cool you are, cuz it's easy to see..'oh, a Rolex'..plus w/o it I couldn't see the date..

As mentioned, I wouldn't have a Rolex w/o one. 12,800 ft, what a giggle.

[RC.]

Looking for a Seiko SNDA65 in black. Anyone holding?

[jimcav]

Originally Posted by RC.

Looking for a Seiko SNDA65 in black. Anyone holding?

https://www.jomashop.com/seiko-chronograph-snda65.html

[RC.]

Originally Posted by jimcav

https://www.jomashop.com/seiko-chronograph-snda65.html

Out of stock, yo.

[Bentley]

So if you are looking for a high end watch, Massdrop has been posting some nice pieces for good prices. Worth checking out

Also, if you propose a drop and they “pick” it, yours is FREE

Ray

[GonaSovereign]

Originally Posted by TonyG

Yes Seiko. These is just something about stuff that just works. And of all things I may even buy (brace yourself) a Grand Seiko Quartz. One battery every five years, off no more than 5 seconds a year it does what a watch is made to do, right? And then there is the spring drive if I can't actually get myself to buy a quartz watch.

Basically every Seiko at every level is amazing. I've got inherited 40 YO low-end Seiko quartz watches that keep rolling. The GS quartz makes a lot of sense....but spring drive is so tempting.

[GonaSovereign]

Originally Posted by RC.

Originally Posted by jimcav View Post
https://www.jomashop.com/seiko-chronograph-snda65.html
Out of stock, yo.

"jomashop" and "out of stock" rhyme for a reason.

[RC.]

Originally Posted by GonaSovereign

Basically every Seiko at every level is amazing. I've got inherited 40 YO low-end Seiko quartz watches that keep rolling. The GS quartz makes a lot of sense....but spring drive is so tempting.

Indeed. They've got some fire in their older and current lineup. Just some really classic looks.

[FlashUNC]

I love my quartz Grand Seiko. Amazing watch really.

[RC.]

Just recently scored an NOS 7t94-0bl0 in black. Super stoked but looking to swap out the band to something leather.



Where do ya'll buy your leather bands at? I'd love to do business with a local leather worker or what not.

[pjm]

holbensfinewatchbands.com

I really like the ColaReb bands from Italy. I need an extra long band, and they offer some good choices.

[witcombusa]

Anyone enjoying old school pocket watches? I've got two Elgin's, one from 1904 and the other from 1909. They are both size 16s.