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Required Viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWh3rksXJyQ
What do you guys think of Georg Jensen?
Okay boys, to kick this thread off:
Look what I got in the mail today!
... and yes, I'm unpacking it in a car.
>>52102013
>tesla
reddit: the car
>>52102013
Go on...
>>52102013
Many of you might already know what's inside this bad boy.
>>52102024
I like it, but I'm not here to post shit about cars.
>>52102052
I FUCKING KNEW IT AS SOON AS I SAW THE WRAPING
>>52102052
My, my... If it isn't the Celadon Imperial Second Series, I've been waiting for the last 8 months!
Sweet to finally have it.
>>52102075
My dream watch.
Wear it good my friend.
I will go on and cry now.
>>52102075
Here's a picture of the back. It looks great, in my opinion.
>>52102066
Pretty good call then, mate.
I only got it gift-wrapped to try and avoid customs, haha.
>>52102052
>>52102075
>Chink watches
>>52102052
>>52102075
My nigga!!!
>>52102101
The fuck..
Did you change name from Da Lawyer, Yo? (Or something along those lines)
>>52102092
A close up of mine.
Enjoy it greately.
>>52102128
Dang, I'd love to get one of those 25 special edition gold sculpted ones.
Jelly as fuck..
Where have you been for the last while, though?
Both you, /g/-san and Stalin have been gone for a while.
>>52102075
>>52102101
Wear it in good health!
>>52102126
Yes, I did. "I'm da lawyer, yo" was my old namefag.
Now I'm easy findable in any Subway's vegetables section. (Although I truly pick my new namefag from Gianni Agnalli.)
>>52102150
However, there seems to be a mistake. There are only seven of this kind in each color, red a white.
I took a full year sabatical and went exploring the world. I just came back from a two month trip to India.
>>52102162
>hiding the jellyness with fedora insinuations
Top notch faggot
>>52102223
I'd rather buy a used GS.
>>52102223
Ah yes, an expert on fruit law.
>>52102223
>There are only seven of this kind in each color, red a white.
Oh.. My bad.
Glad to have you back, though.
I'd really like one of those, but the price tag is also bit more hefty, if I recall correctly.
Saw a Timex Weekender and a newer G-Shock at my local thrift shop. The Weekender was $8, the GS was $10.
Should I have dropped the hammer?
For the anon who had the tisell bauhaus watch, how does it wear? I feel like 38mm is a bit big for something that's all dial. I have 6.75in wrists, so I'm on the fence as to whether it'd be too big or not.
>>52102248
whynotboth.jpg
(If GS stands for Grand Seiko)
>>52102249
Also, in pic related.
>>52102263
It's is more expensive indeed but, as I once explained, Benjamin Chee is a reasonable man as he wasn't asking for a price not worth of it, just a fare difference.
>>52102269
No. You did well by passing.
>>52102454
You're right about Benjamin.
He's a very reasonable guy, and very nice to boot.
Holy grail watches? Even phillipe dufour has approved of the movement, but i think seiko actually went to him for guidance on the credor line.
>>52102075
red dial looked better though...
>>52102541
I was reading about it yesterday,fucking amazing.
its unobtainable at a price of 50K,at least for most of the people on this forum.
>>52102672
I really enjoy the exposed mainspring. This and the simplicity are definitely holy grail-tier for me.
WAWT wt?
>>52102829
I'm putting it through its paces for a week or so before I fall into the old rotation
>>52102829
My vintage coffee timer.
>>52102829
My skiing commander
Question from a total casual, /g/:
I got a few dots of white spray paint on my crystal while I was touching up my desk in the workshop. Will wiping them off with an acetone rag mess with my exterior AR coating?
>>52101959
Boring, done in paint by Georg in 15 minutes
>>52103205
This really bothers me.
>>52103205
>>52103348
I mean this.
>>52103358
>>52103348
The strap was new and wouldn't stay tightened.
It's better now, don't worry.
>>52103358
I just like how natos and zulus fasten, I have no strong opinion about the loopover. You could cut your straps to size if you got a nato and it bothered you
Or did you mean a NATO strap on a USSR watch
>>52103245
If it's the BFK pictured it almost certainly doesn't have any sort of AR coating.
>>52102602
There's no red dial peacock, and I wanted the peacock.
>>52103460
Oh, right. I should have specified. I did a crystal swap for domed sapphire.
>>52103483
Ok, in that case only the inside is likely to be coated
>>52103401
The loopover looks kinda weird to me.
I'm not autistic enough to care about a NATO strap on a USSR watch, at least not when it fits that fucking good.
>>52103391
Looks great, if I get a Komandirskie it would probably that one, but I'm not sure anymore since I read that it can gain 20-60sec/day, and I have no fucking clue about how to regulate it.
>>52103508
It's interior/exterior coated. I should be good to just lightly clean the top, I bet.
>>52103509
Mine does run about that fast each day, I'm just too lazy to take it to a watchmaker. I'm more goncerned about getting my Wakmann fixed first. But thanks! It's actually a lot nicer than I imagined for $36, definitely some of the best bang per buck of hand-wound mechs.
>>52102829
My first watch. Got it as a gift from my mother like 18 years ago because I found the running way displayed funny.
I still love it. Good chrono, great for running with the pace function and accurate, just checked, 4 seconds gain in 2 weeks. If it had backlight it would be perfect for me.
>>52103525
Acetone is likely to damage or remove that coating but the inside one is probably more important so it shouldn't be a huge difference.
>>52103669
I really like to see people holding on to the same timepiece for decades. Good for you, anon. I bet that watch has been great over your lifetime.
>>52103678
I thought as much. Thanks!
Any watchmaker anons here? I bought a Kirovskie today for $6 and it goes and stops. Naturally someone overwound it and ofcourse it has to be shaken to make it work. Until it stops. The dial is lovely yet dirty
>>52104331
Just use it as an automatic with a very short power reserve and shake your arm all day.
>>52104331
Sounds like it just needs a new mainspring
>>52104331
But the mechanism is pristine - except it doesnt really work. I thought about buying a Vostok 2409 since its basically the same as Poljot 2408 or the 1MF3 16 jewels in diameter and height... So would it work?
>>52104382
Is it interchangeable with perhaps 2409?
>>52104441
>>52104388
Not sure. Take it to a watchmaker before buying a different movement to franken into it.
>>52104388
>16 jewels in diameter and height
>>52104621
>your mother is a whore
The whole movement. They just made 16 and also 17 jewels versions.
Anybody here know where I can send a mid 60's ladies Omega Seamaster Cosmic for service - it runs for a day or two and then the movement freezes and can only be restarted by pulling the crown and changing the time.
It's a 552 movement and requires a Tool 102 to open.
>>52070831
I'm travelling
>>52105639
Not bad but would be more interesting if they managed to do away with the bridge.
>>52105639
no thanks
![Tag%20Heuer%20Grand%20Carrera%20Calibre%2017%20mechanicheskie%20nedorogo[1].png](https://i.imgur.com/juOg9bJ.jpg "Tag%20Heuer%20Grand%20Carrera%20Calibre%2017%20mechanicheskie%20nedorogo[1]")
>>52105639
I'd rather have this Grand Carrera.
How does /g/ feel about Nixons? Girlfriend bought me pic related for Christmas. I like it a lot.
>>52105784
I'd have a TAG-less Carrera.
where do you guys recommend going to sell/buy watches?
>>52105837
Yes, I'm all in favour of the watches they make branded as Heuer. That's why I prefer the McQueen Monaco.
>>52105896
Fuck that's an ugly watch
>>52106176
Your mum's an ugly watch.
>>52105071
I see Al of archer watches getting nothing but praise for servicing watches. Worth a try.
>>52105807
I think they're too expensive for what they are, and their aesthetics don't really please me. They're clean-looking, though.
>>52105807
Dogshit
>>52102829
Snkl23
Just arrived in the mail today. Let's see how it fares with daily use.
>>52106781
you should get your money back desu senpai
>>52106819
Weaboospeak is for faggots.
>>52102829
This on an original bond.
>>52106884
So are auto dirskies.
>>52106985
Whatever you say, man-child.
>>52102829
Kinda hate reposting the pic from last thread.
>>52107358
Take another one then
>>52107358
I'll repost all day
>>52102075
Jelly. Wish I could justify $900+ for a dress watch right now.
>>52102829
SKX009 on an aftermarket super oyster with an orange PO style bezel insert.
>>52101959
Simplicity is good, but this is too plain.
>>52107713
>orange PO style bezel insert
How do you feel about this
>>52106748
Sorry to hear that. I still like it. Just as much as my Seiko.
>>52106478
She got it ~50% off so I didn't feel bad for her spending that much. Otherwise, I would probably agree. Thanks for an honest opinion, anon.
>>52107955
I feel fine. I added the insert and when I fancy a change I will swap for another one, possibly a navy blue.
>>52107713
Plans to change the dial / hands?
>>52108325
Nah, I quite like the dial & hands myself. I do fancy putting a slightly domed sapphire crystal in at some point though.
>>52102092
What does the engraving actually say?
>>52108879
we make seagull very pretty and roundeye pay us a mint
>>52108995
Interesting, so instead of fucking up the design completely they put the worst looking bracelet they could make.
>>52109024
Looks like it opens up like the independance dayh alien
>>52109024
>>52109085
You don't like transformers?
>>52106781
I wanted a komandirskie like that. How much did you pay, and how long did the delivery take?
>>52109182
It's pretty...
Pretty ugly!
>>52109182
Not even close, dude.
>>52109182
I'm a bigger fan of Mr.Kill-em-all's creations.
>>52108995
What's on the dial under the crystal?
>>52109422
Here? It's a scratch on the surface
>>52109024
Well of course, TAG couldn't let a good design sneak by without ruining it completely in some way.
>>52109227
I found mine for $62 plus shipping. Took 3.5 weeks. The price varies from mid 50s to 100 USD.
I'm going to buy this but I can't decide what color strap to get with it
>>52110020
Allow me to provide assistance
>>52107358
I really hate this leather on diver meme
It really doesn't fucking work
>>52110337
well, that's like, your opinion man.
>>52110405
The fucking truth senpai
>wears a diver
>doesn't even dive
>wears it with a strap unfit for diving
this meme annoys me in general
>>52110438
>senpai
enough with this already. it's more annoying than leather straps on a diver.
>>52110438
>what is panerai
yeah it's not "suited" for it, it doesn't mean you can't.
>>52110513
Panerai's are fucking pleb dollar extractors and should not be held up as justification for ANYTHING.
>>52110509
not my fucking fault hiroshimoot decided that correcting f a m to senpai would be a fun idea tbqfa
>>52110559
You could just stop talking like an idiot and the problem is solved, everyone wins.
What are your opinions on the Timex Weekender?
What do you think, is an Orphelia on 75% sale worth it?
I have no experience whatsoever with that brand.
http://www.amazon.de/Orphelia-Herren-Armbanduhr-Analog-Leder-132-6708-84/dp/B006Z8JYK8/ref=sr_1_117?s=watch&ie=UTF8&qid=1451343253&sr=1-117
>>52110084
I was looking at a lot of nylon straps but it really does look better on leather. Where did you buy it off of?
>>52110661
They look pretty nice but I don't think I have ever seen someone actually post one. Everyone either goes cheaper or more expensive then 25 bucks I think.
>>52110682
Looks like another fashion watch with a huge 'discount' to make it seem like you're getting a good deal to me.
>>52110661
It's my daily driver. Normally don't participate in these threads but I saw this.
>>52110825
Could be, have you heard of that brand? Because i didn't.
>>52110953
Nope, hence my assessment.
>>52108879
"To accomplish a momentous mission, in carrying on Chinese civilization"
>>52109274
Just fuck my lugs up sempai
>>52112189
the autism is strong
>>52101813
>2015
>Use watches
>>52113228
>almost 2016
>newfags still posting this in /wt/
>>52113228
>2016
>having the opinion of a middle schooler
>>52113228
anyone else use the Natos with nylon keepers and cut off the second securing strap? looks so much cleaner without steel loops towards the front of the watch
>>52113382
JJ Abrams is that you?
>>52113382
don't like it. too thin relative to the watch.
>>52113382
Squaaaaaaaaaaaale
hacking/handwinding mako with no day pusher. shame it's not a ray
First watch, got it recently?
>>52110661
a fine low budget watch. ticks LOUD AS HELL so enjoy that when trying to go to sleep
ive had mine for like 4 years and its still ticking fine
I just ordered a Nomos Club.
>>52113382
No, because that's fucking retarded.
>>52113549
Are you not sure?
>>52108995
>ONE TWO THREE FOUR...
All of my keks, tag hue hue now makes a watch for retards, or should i say, they finally did a better market analysis on their target group.
how so?
>>52113493
You could get a replacement dial, and crystal, and bracelet.
>>52114217
definitely better off buying a better watch instead at that rate. There aren't really replacement dials for makos or rays by the way
anyone know where i can find a good quality perlon strap? bought one off ebay and the actual strap is nice its just the buckle feels horrifically cheap and flimsy when compared with the rest of the watch
>>52110661
I got the Weekender Chronograph as my first daily watch. Didn't want to invest too much without knowing I could stand the wear a watch everyday.
>>52114309
Yeah. But I was just main the point. Shouldn't a ray dial fit a mako though?
It's been just over a year with my Gavox!
Got this bad boy for christmas
>>52114793
apparently posting from mobile fucks with orientation of photos.
Looked fine in my gallery... oh well
>>52114341
Crown and Buckle my dude
>>52113437
It looks pretty decent for a sub homage.
What's up with all the hate? TGV related I'm guessing?
>>52110682
They are owned by the same company that owns Jacques Lemans, but unlike Jacques Lemans which is made in Switzerland (well, mostly, kinda sorta), they don't say where they are made. Considering that JL is a discount brand to begin with, Orphelia is another step down. Mineral crystal, basic quartz movement (Ronda 515, which is decent).
It's a watch.
can anyone recommend a better watch that looks like this?
link: https://www.fossil.com/us/en/men/watches/view-all/grant-automatic-navy-leather-watch-sku-me3029p.html
>>52115632
1. What price range?
2. With or without the skeleton view?
>>52113770
Very nice my friend, be sure to post a photo of it when it arrives
What you guys think of the 300 Seamaster? A good first Swiss or should I go with a Plebmariner instead?
>>52116060
The Plebmariner has no style, you might as well buy a milsub homage and save money. At least the 300 has some interest to it.
But if you'd like to try something different, get a Blancpain 50 Fathoms/Bathyscaphe. Can't get more original than the original
>>52116060
I wrote:
>>52116085
And I'm retarded. I misread your post and thought you meant the Omega Professional, not the Rolex Submariner. There's nothing wrong with the Rolex sub.
If you get the Rolex sub, it has to be no-date.
>>52116085
Thing is anyone can find a new 300 for like 4 grand. I wonder if I can get a 50 fathoms for that much.
>>52116116
Probably not, gotta pay to play.
>>52116103
Yeah actually I had my eyes on the 14060.
The Sea Dweller 4000 too looks cool but it costs a fuckton and I'm not gonna go that fucking deep into water any time soon so 14060 it is. Bob's Watches has a pretty good looking price on it too.
Although I do prefer the look of the 300 and I want to put a grey and black NATO on it to get that Bond feel. Think I'll just go with it once I get the cash.
>>52110835
That's an easy reader, actually.
>>52116298
Bond also wore a no date sub on a green, red, and black one piece nylon two sizes too small.
Not everything about bond is worth emulating
>>52116370
Craig is best Bond desu
>>52115466
Skwaaaale
>Burgeon tools are apparently some of the best for watch servicing, premium pricing
>Get a simple Burgeon spring bar tool for Christmas
>The screw in tips don't even screw tight, they just come to an abrupt stop while still loose and rattly
>Reviews mention this yet it still has 5 stars average
How underwhelming.
>>52117169
i just use a tiny flathead works just as well as any springbar tool. Only issue is if you are retarded you might scratch your watch case
>>52117354
So have I, an eyeglass screwdriver that I eventually also filed down further to tackle some even tinier screws, for 3 years. I figured the notch would help since there is a lot of slipping on the shoulders without it, and if it's something I will use frequently why not splurge.
>tfw 95% of normies can't/won't change batteries
>tfw I could have made a living as a battery monkey at the age of 9
gee which one should I strap to my wrist today
>>52117845
The qt semen demon, of course.
>>52110337
>>52110438
>implying leather straps can't be water resistant
mine (in
>>52117845
)
is resistant to 100m according to the manufacturer senpai, if I really wanted to use it while diving, I could've bought a 300m version
that said I can agree with it not looking very good with most diver-style watches. with a lot of russian models or something that looks like panerai (yeah yeah a pleb brand maybe), it fits. also with some vintage-looking models, it looks fine.
>>52113382
Why not just get a zulu strap then?
I got this Tudor a few months ago and it's been great. Just grabbed a pic online.
anyone had any experience with halios watches? saw this posted the other day and really liked the look of it
>>52118006
zulu straps don't have nylon keepers do they? anyway i think its a cool look with a black strap, and no steel keepers. with the more colorful straps, I just have plain steel keepers and the extra strap underneath still attached.
also I wanted the same strap (but not terribly undersized) as bond in Goldfinger
>>52113382
The Jenny Caribbean reissues are sweet
>>52118166
Very nice
Omega Speedmaster Snoopy
>>52118193
Marketing: The Watch.
Any of you have experience buying watches from Singapur?
http://www.ebay.es/itm/Reloj-Seiko-5-Automatic-Men-Watch-SNK809-/321953481356?hash=item4af5ec428c:g:8zkAAOSwQJ5US9Pk#shpCntId
I can save over 20€ if I get it hear instead of Amazon.
>>52109024
And you haven't seen the vintage models, oh god the horror, tag and breitling make the worst designs
Should I get this Vostok Amphibia model? Or too odd looking?
>>52118435
Yeah, that's how I got mine. Takes a long time to ship. Other than that, no issue.
>>52118621
It bothers me that there's no estimated shipping time at all.
>>52118489
The dial reminds me of the old speedmasters mark 2.
Its not too bad I guess
>>52118155
That's an RAF strap.
>>52118489
No, this would be odd looking.
i have a hanful of watches from seiko to casio but my 2 favorite are my Citizen Eco-Drive Nighthawk and Bulova precisionist
>>52119405
Pro tip: others may like what you consider hideous.
That's the only reasonable explanation for why leather straps on a diver is a thing tbqh
>>52118936
legitmate question, why do people like these vostok watches so much? Is it a /wt/ meme?
>>52119719
Maybe they're good watches, cunt.
>>52119719
they're
1. cheap w/ good features for the price (reasonable accuracy especially if regulated, great water resistance)
2. interesting compared to most other comparably cheap watches
3. different from most other watches (funky, retro-ish designs)
4. lots of options for aesthetics, easy to change the look up plenty (so you can get one that looks less funky and then change up bezel and bracelet for an even more normal look, if you're not in it for the weird look)
For me personally its a combination of those all.
>watches
>technology
Maybe in 1700, consumerist retards.
>>52119719
Yes, it's a meme.
20-60sec/day for 30-60 bucks depending if you get the Komandirskie or Amphibia.
Any 20-30 bucks Casio would be a better purchase.
>>52119880
>implying obsolescence
>an object being obsolete makes it cease to be technology
>wristwatches prior to 1810
>You can't like the thing
okay
>>52119890
Not with a stainless steel 200m diver case.
>>52119916
>fashion statement
>technology
Pick one.
>an object being obsolete makes it cease to be technology
Yeah because we have lots of threads about sundials and mimeographs here. Move this shit to /fa/ and be done with it.
>>52119958
Oh, you're right.
I'm pretty sure most people that buy a Vostok need a 200m diver case.
>>52115664
1. Below $500
2. Doesn't matter
>>52119982
Enjoy being terrified of handwashes.
Also as I said stainless steel, not plated poo.
>>52120000
Holy quads of retardation.
>200m diver to wash your hands
Maybe if you wash them once a year and need a 10 bar pressure to get rid of all the filth.
Enjoy setting the time every week with your commie shit.
>>52119967
yes, it is technology as a fashion statement
would you whine about a thread focused on the aesthetics of I don't know, smartphones? or the history of I don't know, laptops?
nevertheless, its not like we never discuss the inner workings of watches, either
>>52119890
>20-60sec/day
that isn't what the movement is capable of, that is what it'll do out of the factory. regulate it yourself and it'll be equal to any cheap mechanical watch (approx)
but yeah its not like I love Vostok because its ~objectively the best~, I enjoy the fiddly way of theirs, the aesthetic and the history. I don't mind any of the flaws.
>>52120033
>Enjoy setting the time every week with your commie shit.
well, I do enjoy it...I wouldn't exactly buy a cheap mechanical watch if I hated using it
>>52120063
>I enjoy the fiddly way of theirs, the aesthetic and the history. I don't mind any of the flaws.
Another guy here.
Then it's all on the preferences. I'm highly autistc when it comes to time accuracy, so if I watch isn't really accurate I ditch it. Sad because I really like Vostok style.
>>52119967
>fashion statement
>technology
>pick one
are we banning applefags now too?
>>52118138
No personal experience, but from what I've read, among the small niche manufacturers they're supposed to be really good. Halios makes one batch of a particular model at a time, and after a couple of production runs of a certain watch, they stop making it. Each model they come out with is reputedly well-thought out, with few if any of the shortcomings typically found among the smaller- less-experienced watch outfits.
Miyota 9015, sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, 500mWR...
The only shortcoming I came across for the Delfin was that it lacked drilled lugs. And all of that for 650USD.
>>52118118
Love it, you should really post some pics of your own.
Maybe it'll let me post my modded skx013 now
>>52118138
Second hand design makes me think it's a GMT hand. I'm sure I'd get over it if I saw it in person
The dream...
>>52122255
not too keen on the watch itself tbqh but the band looks pretty cool actually
>>52122255
ITT:We post or dreams
>>52122308
>our*
Thanks acer
>>52122308
Am I the only person that is completely happy with my sub-$400 watches? I don't have a dream watch.
>>52122374
Oh we are happy to but you wont know the love we feel until you find your grail watch.
I am seriously in love with the watch,I am on the verge of crying that I may never be able to afford it.
See the video for details.
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6svvyp6Hplg
>>52122374
I'm sort of the same.
Even if I had a lot of money to spend on watches, I'd probably just continue on collecting relatively cheap ruskies.
Tho I guess I might start going for some vintage models, get them fixed, mod them exactly to my liking and so on, but I doubt I'd ever go too expensive.
Even now, I'd rather have 5 russians than a single SARB.
That said I can appreciate plenty of luxury pieces, but they rarely give me the "I want to actually wear that every day" kind of feeling. They're not my style.
>>52122374
I am too but I still lust after a snowfrake, there must be something you wish you had.
>>52122374
I probably won't ever buy a watch that's over 500€, unless for some weird reason I would become insanely rich.
But I'd still love to wear a Lange some day, even for a minute.
Check it
>>52122255
I know it's officially called Alaska Project and has nothing to do with aviation but 'cause of the color and the subdial hands I just call it the XB-70 Speedy.
>>52122453
>That said I can appreciate plenty of luxury pieces, but they rarely give me the "I want to actually wear that every day" kind of feeling. They're not my style.
Pretty much the same for me.
The fact that I live in Switzerland and every rich fucker has an expensive Swiss that they know nothing about (and before smartphones became a thing every poorfag had a Swatch) is probably also a factor in making me want to go for something more exotic.
>>52122543
F-104 watch when?
>>52122528
>that ugly black cutout bar
shit/10
>>52122549
Not to do anthing with your post but make no mistake thinking only plebs buy swatch,Ive seen few collectors on hodinkee that got few Sistem51's because of the thing they represent.
>>52122528
Your watch looks to be a bit low on air, might want to top it off
>>52122255
Another dream...
To some it may not be that special, but to me this watch is gorgeous.
>>52122610
>Ive seen few collectors on hodinkee that got few Sistem51's because of the thing they represent.
What's that, being able to sell a shitty plastic movement to plebs for almost three Seiko 5s?
>>52122610
Definitely. Nothing wrong with Swatch. But I'm sure you know the cheap kind of quartz Swatch that I mean.
Who /brandnewlume/ here?
Flashed it with a phone light for a few seconds
>>52122662
My watch is tritium, who needs light?
>>52122638
Oh my god I love that number 4.
>>52122649
First watch complete manufactured and assembled by robot.
It is bound to skyrocket in price in the years to come,especially ones that are in box and not used.
Seiko 5 will still be seiko 5 not that there is anything wrong with it.
>>52122737
No, they're complete shit and will always be. Only swatch fanboys and easily impressed idiots would think otherwise.
I found my old Fossil watch in the cupboard. It is pretty comfy but it has cringy as fuck camo faceplate.
Should I open it up and remove it?
>>52122788
sure if you say so,its your right to have an opinion.
Now post some dream watches
>>52122553
Chrono hand of a Lemania Speedmaster? Or are the wings not stubby enough?
>>52122889
It's objectively a piece of shit though.
>>52122788
They're cool but not really from a practical (longevity and so on) point of view. They're definitely something new and (in a way) more interesting than Seiko 5.
Going so harsh on them is just being annyingly anti-new. They never try to (or claim to) be something like Seiko workhorse watches etc.
>>52123034
And they will never be expensive collector's items like that guy is claiming.
I do appreciate them for what they are.
>>52123022
Maybe, depends on how it looks crashed into >>52122255
>>52123051
But then again, sometimes these collectors prices don't make sense...If the product is popular enough.
But yeah I could buy them going for a bit more (maybe double) than new after enough years, can't imagine any crazy collector prices.
>>52123051
Im sure you know better than collectors.
>>52122737
>First watch complete manufactured and assembled by robot.
If it was at least Vostok 2416b quality then I'd be impressed, but that Sistem51 movement is a piece of shit. The only other movement I've ever seen with a plastic lever and escape wheel was some shitty, disposable, no-jewels, Hong-Kong made, 80's pin-lever movement that used a single top plate instead of bridges.
TL; DR: Swatch leaped into the future of 1980's Hong Kong. Kowloon was cyberpunk as fuck though.
>>52123351
Pretty sure that guy didn't buy this watch as an investment, buddy.
>>52123378
It might not be much, but because it is 'the first of its kind' I do expect good condition, first generation examples to raise in price over time.
The main reason that I don't think the prices will raise to anything amazing anytime soon is because watches like that may be more common in the future, and watch collectors are often interested in buying watches for reasons that contradict the sistem51. Many people enjoy knowing that their watch was assembled and worked on by very skilled hands.
>>52123522
His words:
https://youtu.be/6aNNNmVXWiQ?t=5m36s
>>52123577
This guy doesn't know shit about watches.
>>52123587
And yet here he is with more high end watches than you.
>>52123611
And that's supposed to mean he knows anything about watches?
>>52122688
T b h I'd move mountains to have a custom "tritium tube lume" job done to my dial.
>>52123720
Honestly it's fucking fantastic, mine is definitely not my favorite watch but it's still easily the one I wear most just because I love always being able to see the time.
>>52123630
You are pulling my tongue here and make my sound like I suck the mountain jews dick when in fact im not.
Of course we all know what swatch is and what it does i only stated that I respect and agree with opinion of people who made it in life and have much more expensive watches than anyone here,and that it may go up in price for what it is.
You can keep your seiko 5 nobody is arguing with you jesus christ.
Which one family? Ultimate dressy flieger or poor mans good value flieger?
>>52124680
Tisell
>>52124680
Orient looks more classic. Also if I wanted a day-date with full length days that Hamilton certainly wouldn't be the one (I'd also choose Orient, the Union).
>>52124835
Well it's a flieger battle, any other pilot watch recommendations?
>>52122374
How? Sub $400 watches are so incredibly dull.
>>52124680
How about buying a flieger that doesn't totally shit up the flieger design, faggot?
Just got my SKX007K1. Red white and blue NATO arriving tomorrow. This is the first /g/ meme I've bought into. And I'm not disappointed
>>52124881
Pilot watch? Because that means pilot chronographs as well.
But the other one I can think of is the SNK80x series. A lot of people think of them as field watches but they're really a hybrid between field watches and fliegers.
The spooky speedmaster
>>52124881
maybe Laco if I wanted to spend midtier funds. the hamilton looks like ass, not in keeping with a flieger at all.
Orient is fine but the applied logo also fucks with the traditional flieger design
>>52125326
>derivatives are bad, you should always copy the original exactly
>>52125380
Forgot pic, but you probably already know one of /wt/'s main memewatches.
>>52125201
You probably didn't intend to, but your comment made you seem like a flaming homo.
>>52125444
2 small 4 meme
>>52125554
fuck, I missed guads
>>52125541
Why?
>>52125201
See >>52122549
Something like the Seagull 1963 or Vostoks just seem so much more interesting to me rather than an Omega or IWC. Personal preference, I guess.
>>52125201
Maybe you just don't like the right kind of watches for that? I like weird Russian watches for example, most of them are cheap. Dull I wouldn't call them. There are also collectors focusing on G-Shocks etc.
That said, its easy imagine anyone with a less-than-quite-impressive income genuinely preferring a steinhart to a rolex and so on. If you're not really rich enough to ~just~ buy luxuries, you might not really want to have to stress about 8k strapped to your wrist.
>>52122489
This? It does look pretty nice, I'll admit I might at some point consider going for a GS, but it's not like I lust for it or feel a great loss for not having one.
>>52125430
No, THOSE TWO derivative designs are utter garbage that look horrible compared to a classic flieger design and which rely entirely on pleb catching people who don't know what fliegers are supposed to look like.
>>52125389
Stop trying to force that embarrassing wrist mounted marketing billboard on these threads, you mountain Jew cocksucking faggot.
>>52126053
>laughing whores
>my waifu
:(
>>52125903
If I had for a Rolex and a Grand Seiko, GS would easily be my choice, rolex has no class or dial work, wits just trash compared to what seiko does.
And spring drive>automatic for daily use.
>>52126246
I haven't actually looked into spring drive much, is there an explanation similar to the OP video anywhere? I read the wiki but it doesn't really explain it very graphically.
>>52126370
Its a mechanical watch that uses battery and additional quartz element in order to correct itself so it would be precise as possible.
>>52124680
If you want a flieger, Steinhart nav b is pretty good. Have a couple different variants and sizes.
>>52126459
it's not.
I am looking to buy a watch with a budegt of around £80.
What watches would you recommend?
>>52126512
Looks a lot better than the Hammy, but the Hammy has a bracelet. But yeah the Steinhart is more true to the flieger, but these watches won't be used for war
but love :^)
>>52126863
It's a low price but from experiences I've had amazing experiences and reviews of this classy, Dora The Explorer dress watch.
>>52126912
Thanks
I've got a Seiko 6309 diver with no bezel gasket.
Is that rubber ring needed for water resistance?
I can see a gap but I don't know if it leads anywhere.
>>52126868
If love is your game and you have the budget its hard to beat the Sinn 756 for sexy pilot watches
You can get it on a bracelet too.
I'm fairly new to watch collecting and i need some general advice on which brands to avoid and trust to get the best quality out of watches. I have a budget of around $500, i was told for a good starter watch to get the Hamilton Khaki Automatic, any thoughts, advice and experiences?
>>52127165
>>52126912
+ Avoid fashion brands
What is the GOAT amphibian? I'm thinking of the 420 in Life Aquatic and then getting a brown leather strap, hopefully I won't have to wind it too much.
>>52127225
>>>>>>leather
>>>>>>on a diver
it just doesnt stop
>>52127165
You could get a steinhart ocean one vintage auto mech.
>>52127245
It's okay. It will all be over soon
>>52127165
Start by looking at some designs and features you like, then do a bit of background research.
The problem with the Hamilton Khaki auto is that it's too big and thick to be a decent field watch (which is what it's supposed to represent). If you like the look, try getting the Khaki Mechanical, which is smaller (38mm diam, 8mm thickness) and closer to the original Vietnam-era form.
>>52127245
okay, if I keep the metal band, what amphibian SHOULD I GET????!!
>>52127247
where do you folks get your steinharts from? just the german website?
>>52127309
This one desu
or whatever one you like
>>52127225
Neptune is goat but limited edition
>>52127375
image didn't post
Inb4 fashion
>>52127641
You mean dogshit
>>52127641
Too big for your wrist even if it wasn't this
>>52127684
I have small arms/wrists and have been browsing Skagen watches as they have thinner bracelets. Anyone care to comment on the Ancher?
Why don't you own an OVM v1? Do you have no taste?
>>52127268
The designs am into really varies. The thing I like about the Khaki is its historical background to the watch like when it was used in the field, plus it seems to be a pretty perfect watch for its price which I like. The other styles am into are a few divers but mainly dress watches and some skeleton/open heart watches, possibly some vintage watches too. One thing all my styles have in common is that they're all either automatic or mechanical, the few exceptions I'd make are watches like the Belova Accutron Spaceview. Anything that has good craftsmanship I admire.
Also is this the Khaki your talking about?
sharkmesh just came in not sure how i feel about it just yet...
anyone want a elgin sports master for 15 bucks?
>>52127948
Looks cheap
>>52126459
There is no battery m8. It's mainspring powered.
Welp someone posted this on an older thread but it died before I could ask for source (or maybe there was source but I don't remember), I found nothing with reverse image search
>>52128420
one of the sarx
>>52127920
Yes, that's the one.
If you're into autos and mechanicals, you should take some time to learn about good movements at reasonable prices. The Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, for example, uses an ETA 2804-2, which is (basically) a handwind only version of the 2824-2. It allows the watch to be much thinner and lighter.
The big problem with a lot of modern autos is that they tend to be rather large and thick. That's fine for a diver, but a field watch or a dress watch should be thinner.
Anyways, there are good, inexpensive movements put out by the Swiss (ETA 2824-2, Sellita SW220-1), the Japanese (Seiko's various types like the 4r36, Miyota's 82xx and 9015), so if you see a watch with one of them, you should have a reasonable expectation of performance. Moving up a level of quality to things like the ETA 2892-A2, various Seiko high end movements and the Sellita SW-300 will give you a more interesting and precise movement, but there is a cost associated.
>>52128568
Thanks for the great advice I'll definitly look into the different types of automatic movements, this is the best advice I've gotten yet.
Is there one convenient website that covers all about different movements like Wikipedia or just research from multiple websites and learn what i can?
>>52128676
Online searching will help, but Watchbase can get you started:
http://watchbase.com/calibers
It has information about individual movements- enough to get you started. If you find a watch you like- find the movement, check that page out, and check out bidfun-db Archive: Watch Movements (search for it, I don't know if I can paste the URL here).
That should get you started.
>>52128439
THANK YOU
>>52128765
You sir, are fucking amazing, thanks for the brilliant advice!
>>52127948
Perfect.
>>52128824
The other place to check out is the manufacturer's website. For example, Ronda has a comprehensive database on all their movements, complete with specs. The Ronda 515 is a good basic quartz movement:
http://www.ronda.ch/en/quartz-movements/quartz-essentials/ronda-powertech-500/caliber/515/
But if you look around a bit, you'll see that there's a much better option- the Ronda 715:
http://www.ronda.ch/en/quartz-movements/quartz-essentials/ronda-normtech-700-6000/caliber/715/
The Swiss made movement is repairable, and has an end-of-life indicator (it lets you know when the battery is about to die). The Swiss parts version is simpler (this one is made from parts overseas).
>>52128923
Your advice is fucking amazing, I've saved all your links. Anything else? Am taking all the advice i can possibly take.
Anything that stops me investing money into something that can be potentially shit, right?
>>52129080
Check around the big watch forums- Watchuseek, tz-uk, thedivewatchconnection, etc. Try to go to the more technical parts of the forums to learn more:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/f6/
In general, if you start with good reputable companies you'll do alright. That's why so many people here suggest Seiko to start out with. They make nice movements and apply good quality control.
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>>52129172
You're the jesus of watches.
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