OT: Watch Talk - Page 11

RFC · #**151** 08-30-2019, 11:18 AM

Have you guys seen the new Seiko solar Arnie? I had one of the originals and am tempted.

https://www.fratellowatches.com/seik...selworld-2019/

RFC · #**152** 08-30-2019, 12:01 PM

Happy Friday!

My kit is complete.

(BTW, I tried to determine if gun photos are allowed. If not, my apologies in advance)

IMG_6315r by Robert Copple, on Flickr

wooly · #**153** 08-30-2019, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by RFC

Have you guys seen the new Seiko solar Arnie? I had one of the originals and am tempted.

https://www.fratellowatches.com/seik...selworld-2019/

Got mine a couple of weeks ago!

SlackMan · #**154** 08-30-2019, 02:05 PM

I have an Omega Great White (the white face GMT Seamaster), but I also really like my watch from Tisell, which is a homage to the Rolex Submariner, for everyday wear. The quality of it is phenomenal. I ordered mine directly from Tisell South Korea. A review is here.

Blue Jays · #**155** 08-30-2019, 02:09 PM

Sweet wristwatch, firearm, knife combination photo. Nice!

Likes2ridefar · #**156** 08-30-2019, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RFC

Have you guys seen the new Seiko solar Arnie? I had one of the originals and am tempted.

https://www.fratellowatches.com/seik...selworld-2019/

That is a neat watch I’ve not seen before. It is way too big for my wrist. I was hoping they had a smaller model like the first photo in the link.

choke · #**157** 08-30-2019, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by joep2517

Sweet watches - have you purchased from Gnomon watches a lot? What is your experience?

I purchased a watch from them last year and it was a very smooth experience.

wooly · #**158** 08-30-2019, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Likes2ridefar

That is a neat watch I’ve not seen before. It is way too big for my wrist. I was hoping they had a smaller model like the first photo in the link.

I’ve got a 6.75 inch wrist and think I can pull it off.

FlashUNC · #**159** 08-30-2019, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by wooly

I’ve got a 6.75 inch wrist and think I can pull it off.

I think it works. The lug to lug is fairly short. It's just so damn tall. But that's the whole appeal of the Arnie and that case right?

wooly · #**160** 08-30-2019, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FlashUNC

I think it works. The lug to lug is fairly short. It's just so damn tall. But that's the whole appeal of the Arnie and that case right?

Yeah it’s definitely taller than most. It helps that I had a SBBN015 Tuna and am used to the shape. It’s a fun watch. Not too expensive with some cool reissue 80’s history.

AngryScientist · #**161** 08-30-2019, 08:18 PM

i like it wooly.

could never be a daily wearer for me, since it is so tall. the problem with tall watches is the shirt cuff issue, tough to stuff under a cuff and pain to peel back even a sweatshirt to view the watch.

great summer watch though, hiking, swimming hole lounging, etc. cool weekender!

since i posted it elsewhere....i've been living with my doxa lately. it's a fantastic watch with a great comfortable bracelet.

RFC · #**162** 08-30-2019, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by FlashUNC

I think it works. The lug to lug is fairly short. It's just so damn tall. But that's the whole appeal of the Arnie and that case right?

Yes, they are tall. About the same as my Darth Tuna above. But you have to remember that you are wearing a multi-function instrument, not just a watch.

RFC · #**163** 08-30-2019, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by AngryScientist

i like it wooly.

could never be a daily wearer for me, since it is so tall. the problem with tall watches is the shirt cuff issue, tough to stuff under a cuff and pain to peel back even a sweatshirt to view the watch.

great summer watch though, hiking, swimming hole lounging, etc. cool weekender!

since i posted it elsewhere....i've been living with my doxa lately. it's a fantastic watch with a great comfortable bracelet.

Cuffs shouldn't be a problem. Here is my 033, which is about the same size.

IMG_5622r by Robert Copple, on Flickr

RFC · #**164** 08-30-2019, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by AngryScientist

i like it wooly.

could never be a daily wearer for me, since it is so tall. the problem with tall watches is the shirt cuff issue, tough to stuff under a cuff and pain to peel back even a sweatshirt to view the watch.

great summer watch though, hiking, swimming hole lounging, etc. cool weekender!

since i posted it elsewhere....i've been living with my doxa lately. it's a fantastic watch with a great comfortable bracelet.

BTW, that blue Doxa is a beautiful watch.

wooly · #**165** 08-31-2019, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by AngryScientist

i like it wooly.

could never be a daily wearer for me, since it is so tall. the problem with tall watches is the shirt cuff issue, tough to stuff under a cuff and pain to peel back even a sweatshirt to view the watch.

great summer watch though, hiking, swimming hole lounging, etc. cool weekender!

since i posted it elsewhere....i've been living with my doxa lately. it's a fantastic watch with a great comfortable bracelet.

Love the dial on that doxa Nick!