This thread is about the appreciation of watches, as well as the micro-engineering and materials engineering that is required to make a fine watch.
Required viewing for newbies:
http://youtu.be/508-rmdY4jQ
Strap guide:
http://pastebin.com/SwRysprE
Previous thread:
>>54494162
>>54513699
I don't get why there's a strap guide but not an actual watch guide on the fucking OP.
>>54513699
>that date window
>that seconds hand with the fucked up star
>that retarded triangle at 12
But
>that case's curves
>that blue
>those nice numerals
>those minute and hour hands
IWC is fucking retarded, it's like they have the best designs in the world, then fuck them up AND make the watch 5mm too big.
>still posting autism OP
>>54513777
I agree with all your points but the triangle
triangle is fine
its so close to a perfect watch ;-;
>>54513748
Because nobody can make a proper new one.
Finally bought a watch that fits edition :3c
>>54513699
>tfw no vintage Omega Seamaster 30 from the 60's with a "Harry" inscription on the caseback.
Why even live?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIyF4UdYuXg
>>54514302
worst old omega I've seen in a while
>>54514302
So you won't have to deal with shite like this.
>Pajeet my son
Reminder that Speedmasters in spess is a lie by Omega marketing shills.
>>54514466
If you look closely, you can see that he is wearing a Diesel on his right wrist.
Diesel went to space. Memega didn't.
>>54514500
That's actually a russian smartwatch.
>>54514564
Around -10s today :^), an improvement on the +40s I was getting yesterday.
>>54514564
Why, do you actually believe that's a russian smartwatch and not a fucking mirror?
>>54514601
is that nato from meranom?
>>54514601
Lose nearly a minute per day, I would miss my bus or train after a week.
>>54514701
No, I got it from an eBay seller.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121347074887
>inb4 shill
post
Pretty, but I think 44 mm is too extreme for my wrist.
>>54514862
44mm is too big for most humans
>>54514862
Feels like a cannon shell on my wrist.
>>54514904
ye you look like a retard
>>54514904
Rapper size desu.
>>54514904
>>54514862
44mm is too big when there's so much dial, even if that watch has a bezel.
>>54514904
Yep. Too big.
What's your wristsize? 7"?
>>54515044
Barely.
Fuck it, I like it too much to send it back.
>>54514302
Stop shilling that autist.
>>54515070
>Fuck it, I like it too much to send it back.
Do what you want, anon. Normies are not going to think it looks retarded anyway, since they don't know how a watch should fit in your wrist.
And the fact that you like it is what's most important.
Enjoy the watch, anon!
>>54515070
Then keep it. Why are you listening to us neckbeards in the first place?
>>54515070
It's not like it's waaay to big for you, just slightly too big. Guess if you put it on a nice thick zulu strap i think it'll look fine.
>>54515070
>barely
thats bigger on you than cutewrist's omega is for him
its way fucking oversized
>>54515171
>barely
I think it was "barely" 7" wrist.
>>54515255
What's the lug to lug distance on the watch?
While all the neckband are out,
The boctok 1965 limited, thoughts?
>>54515277
Use Google. Your guess is as good as mine.
>>54515070
t.
>>54515349
God that's hideous.
Why don't we have spoiler filters for photos on this board?
Definitely NSFW.
>>54515430
Not like you posted the model number.
>>54515480
Why would you think I'm the guy with the watch?
in >>54515255
I really wrote that I thought that was what he meant by "barely". Hence
>I think it was...
Honest mistake, anon. Have a nice day.
>>54515480
Just type in "fucking huge seiko 5"
What about smartwatches?
>>54515582
No need to be so rude, anon!
>>54515611
What about them?
>>54515688
Are they useful?
>>54515582
>>54515579
SRP663, not too much info on it though.
>>54515768
I don't know. I don't own one.
>>54515349
It's a great-looking watch for your grandpa, since most of us are too young to pull off a watch like that. The steel/black version would be a better though.
Also I think I like the original better than the remake, but it's a great example of what Vostok can do if they try.
Is there something similar to this I can afford.
Another pic from WUS, for the bling.
>>54515863
sarx015
>>54513699
This thread is about faggots and appreciation of depreciated cocks.
>>54515863
What's your budget, anon? That makes it a bit easier.
>>54515894
A quality post, anon.
I don't like the autistic tripshit text either, but it's just plain retarded to make a post like yours.
>>54515905
I'd say $500. I'm extremely new to watches but I want something actually nice. Used is fine too.
>>54515943
Noob V6?
>>54515863
There's a lot going on with that model. Dial texture, movement, lug shapes, crown, hands, style of Lume and indicies etc.
Normally when a newbie says they are looking for something similar they are clueing into some of the details, but aren't actually telling us which ones. You didn't even go as far to tell us what you can afford. So there's really no way to help you.
But really, there's so many watches out there new and vintage, if you look around enough I'm sure you'll find something you like in your price range.
>>54513814
>Seagull 1963. Fuuuck. Skagen Holst/Hagen, Orient Curator, now this. Too many watches to choose from.
>>54515934
Sounds like your constipated anus needs some cock plumbing.
>>54515863
Orient Bambino.
>>54515956
Genuine. 10/10 b8 made me reply
College grad here again, still looking for a great watch.
As I mentioned earlier, I really like the Sinn 556i. But they also make a mocha and anthracite edition of it. Might one of those be better than the standard black and white?
>>54516059
I don't know ceramics so I just assume.
>>54516110
They are not "better". They look different.
Which do you like the most? Buy that.
>gee, anon, it can't be that simple!
Yes. Yes it can.
Samefag from last thread with his grandfather's watches, I still haven't been able to find out the model of them. They're both Omega (vintage I presume), could anyone tell me what they are approximately worth. Pic related. This one the second hand still turns but I'm not sure if it keeps time flawlessly.
>>54516194
Second one isn't working at all so far as I can tell, is the battery dead? Or where there even any batteries in watches when this was made.
>>54516194
Omega's are usually pretty easily dated via the movements.
So you'd have to pop open the back to see what movement it is.
>>54516194
Looks like it's from the 50's.
>>54516227
Forgot the photo.
>>54516229
Don't really want to do that as I'm pretty new and don't want to fuck anything up.
>>54516194
Open the back and look at the lid.
If it's the original lid it should say model number and such.
>>54516227
oh you really don't know anything about watches lol
>>54516111
I've seen a couple of the rep ceramics and some are pretty good, but the finishing at close detail is nowhere near as good as the real thing, the bezel markers especially look sloppy up close as they don't use the same methods of application.
>>54516275
Suit yourself.
Not much we can say unless we see the movements.
>>54516275
Nigger that watch is fucking garbage. Don't even waste time trying to identify it or fixing it.
Send it to me ASAP and I'll properly dispose of it.
>>54516291
I know, but I want to learn...
>>54516292
Thanks for the macro, that's erotic. Mill markings in the bezel are awesome.
>>54516194
>>54516275
Not worth a lot. Especially not the one that doesn't work. And no, it's not a quartz movement.
They're likely both hand-winding movements.
The one with "Geneve" on it, looks like the Omega Geneve from the early to mid 70s. Try googling "Omega Gneve 74" and such.
Also, same advice as this >>54516283
It should say it on the lid.
Source: I have an Omega Geneve from the 70s.
>>54514862
>>54514904
That watch seems a bit too big for you anon :^)
Look at pic related. Notice how well the lugs curve with the wrist to make a snug and comfortable fit.
Notice how low profile the watch is to his wrist so he can easily pull his shirt over if need be but always has the convenience and class of a watch at his disposal.
Notice how the watch doesn't smother his wrist unlike yours which reminds you of that really fat girlfriend you met in college who you had sex with twice and then didn't talk to again.
Am sorry anon but that watch is just too big...Kinda like that girl you met back in college.
>>54516275
>Don't really want to do that as I'm pretty new and don't want to fuck anything up.
It's not as if it's dangerous to open the back of a watch, haha. You won't mess it up, as long as you don't touch the movement with your fingers.
I believe the Geneve model is usually worth about $300 in good condition, with a movement that runs well. so you shouldn't hope for great profit.
>>54516321
Your watches have mechanical movements. It means they don't have batteries, just springs and gears.
If you want to know how a mechanical movement works, you can watch the video in the OP.
"modern" watches that run on batteries are quartz, which use very different technology, and generally didn't exist before the 70s. They're usually seen as lesser watches by the enthusiasts.
The one that doesn't run is a handwind mechanical watch, like in the video. So you would have to rotate the crown to wind up the mainspring, which would give it power.
The one that runs is automatic, so the mainspring is wound by the movements of a rotor inside of the watch, which is why it runs without you doing anything (other than moving it around).
>>54516352
>They're likely both hand-winding movements.
Even the one that says "automatic" on the dial? :^)
>>54515863
Aqua Terra are pretty affordable on the used market
>>54516421
Oh, haha. My bad.
>>54516407
ok awesome thanks
Dial close up
Anyone interested in buying an SKX007 case and bracelet?
Buying a diver
My first watch ever
Decided to go for an Orient (Mako or Ray)
I'm deciding between black and blue dial
Opinions?
I tend to prefer how the blue looks, but I think black is more universal, can wear with everything etc?
>>54516463
Well meme'd.
Why did companies such as Hamilton provide watches for railroad production? Why would they need time pieces?
>>54516154
You're right, but I guess I just want people to bash on something about these watches like they do with everything here.
But if they're not doing so, that probably means they're decent watches with the "approved by some faggot" stamp.
>>54516488
>I'm deciding between black and blue dial
>Opinions?
see >>54516154
>>54516488
Blue is always a nice dial option. It's different then typical black, but not so different it stands out like a sore thumb. Plus blue just looks nicer to a lot of people and it can still look good in many situations.
>>54516517
I'd personally get the brown one, since I'm a cuck for special dials.
Anyway, enjoy your new watch, when you've got enough fag/g/ots rooting for you.
>>54516506
>why do trains have to be on time?
>>54516506
>Why would they need time pieces?
Gee, I wonder
>>54516506
Because.. Everybody wants to know what time it is, and if they're making the deadline?
What kind of question is this?
>>54516488
I have a blue ray. The color doesn't stick out, it's quite dark under most lights. I'd say get the blue, it looks better.
>>54516646
Thanks mate
>>54516506
To make the trains show up at the right time? Because there was no radio communication or any other way to know the location of other trains, so any small scheduling error caused by inaccurate timekeeping could result in a crash?
What's your opinion on this watch?
AV-4025
I like the design, but that date window and quartz with no jewels trouble me.
>>54513855
That looks way to small and girly, that doesn't fit you senpai
>>54517295
Wouldn't be able to tell the difference from G and 6 o clock.
>>54513855
It's like me wearing my Seagull.
>>54517620
fatty?
>>54517548
I think you missed the joke
>>54514904
Meh. It doesn't look that awful on you. Is it too big? Yeah. But something about the relatively low-profile appearance makes it look try-hard-but-not-too-ridiculous.
What are some good watches for skinnier wrists? I prefer more minimal design like the braun watches
>>54517644
You know it.
Whats the best terrorist watch guys?
Was thinking about getting a Casio F-91W to wear, what else would you guys reccomend.
first for high quality replicas
>>54519074
>>54519074
>that
>high quality
god damn anon thats a quality shitpost
>>54519074
fake and gay
>>54519074
>high quality replica
Yeah none of that statement is correct, that's a shitty fake.
>>54516110
why are the only dateless 556s in the ugly colors. annoying
>>54519274
>>54519142
>>54519114
That's the joke.
>>54516110
I wouldn't get the 556i or a. They have none of the technology that Sinn is known for. I'd rather save up for an 856.
>>54517644
Fattest guy itt.
>>54519074
FUCK REPLICAS
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>>54519533
Where can I get that watch?
>>54521018
Watchunique.
>>54520998
I really want to add a 24h one-hander to my collection. Currently looking at this but not convinced.
>>54521038
Why is it cheaper on this website than on Amazon? Are these knock offs?
>>54521018
I got mine from longislandwatch. Came out to about $460 with shipping, customs, and taxes.
>>54521408
In Canadian dollars. 'Cause we're shit.
>>54521386
I bought mine from there like a year ago and it turned out fine. Also I'm in the US so I didn't have to pay VAT and I didn't get charged any taxes so it ended up being way cheaper than US sellers.
>>54513699
Can't unsee: °△°
>>54521440
Also, his is different. His is the hardened mineral crystal one like the one linked, and mine is the domed acrylic crystal one.
>>54518547
Nomos or Rodina
Thanks vintage seiko fags, I'm now looking around for a 62GS.
>>54515070
It looks big but not ridiculous, if you like it, keep it and wear it.
>>54518547
Tangente 33
In honour of my Slav watch probably made by d here it is along side a book, written by a Slav about loving a child
Owning a Rolex makes life easier.
>>54523548
kek
>>54523548
[SHILLING INTENSIFIES]
What the hell sort of book are you reading, anon?
>>54523904
Rolex Magazine. Day date edition.
>>54521994
>tfw when you just bought the poorfag version of that
>>54513777
yeah what the fuck is up with the date window, I usually don't mind them at all, but why would you see the previous and next day, that's just retarded
>>54524295
Well, it does come with a nice domed crystal.
new nato for my trusty terrorist casio, also bought a black one
>>54514601
>mfw -4s today
>>54514904
wrist size?
>>54524945
>>54524295
You bought the Weekdater I was after, you motherfucker you
>>54526337
kek
That makes us the only two who were watching it.
He did just listed a nice 5601 and still has a Weekdater for sale.
>>54526489
I hope you didn't pay asking price for it. Nice watch though.
I don't usually dabble in 56xx movements, although if this one is a non-date variant then it is probably alright and operationally indistinguishable from a non-date 52xx. That being said I think it looks a little too similar to another vintage Seiko I have whose initials are also "LM", so I will probably pass.
>>54526489
>56x1
The only Suwa 56xx anyone should consider buying are 56x1s, since they don't have a day or date display to be affected by the 56xx's plastic day/date quick-set gear failing.
Got my X-33 yesterday. It's a gen1 with gen2 bezel, pushers and crown (gen1 crown had some issues). I got it on a kevlar Omega strap but I prefer Phoenix G10s. Alarm is loud as fuck.
>>54526698
Fair enough, it's a really neat looking 5601 with the bracelet. And obviously not full asking price.
Not on the cheaper side either, more then i paid for my 52XX.
>>54520210
That texture is lovely
I have a problem with my amphibia, the seconds hand just stops at certain segments of the dial and if I shake it it will start the march again.
What do? Trash it?
>>54526928
Same thing happened to my SKX007 after a week. I threw that thing in the fucking trash and didn't look back. Now I own a Rolex and I get opportunities out the ying yang.
>>54526722
>Suwa 56xx
Sort of redundant to say that, all 56 Calibers were Suwa. But yes you are right, the 5601 is pretty much the only one you should bother with.
>>54527108
W-what?
>>54526928
If you just got it return that shit bruh.
>>54526753
Yeah I've seen a few of these 5601 Lord Matics, the only ones that have interested me are those with the linen dials. I could have saved a hundred bucks if I got one of those instead of my Lord Marvel, but dammit I wanted muh 10 bps.
How much did you wind up paying for the Weekdater and the 52 LM?
>>54526928
Heard that happening before.
Guess one of the gears isn't properly seated. Just return under warranty, easiest and cheapest thing to do.
>>54527213
LM was 140 shipped from an aussie i know, he check it out before shipping it to me (And had a 7803 Cosmotron for me too). Weekdater was 172$ with shipping.
I kinda regret not getting both the LM special and the Cosmotron for 250 shipped though, here's the pic he sent me back then. Didn't want to at the time since they were both basically the same cosmetically..
Can somebody post that plain looking swiss watch (pretty sure it's red white and blue). Can't remember the name, it's been the op picture lots I believe.
>>54526928
>>54527209
>>54527270
Woah guys, it seems that I just was screwing down the crown too tight. Now it's working whithout any problem.
Fucking slavshits can't even made a thread with a proper length.
Thoughts, /g/?
>>54527595
That's actually what happens when some of the gears are loose.
But if it works then it works.
>>54527608
I think it's a Citizen somebody photoshopped a tudor name and logo on.
>>54527402
Describe it in more detail, or check the archive for OPs
>>54527642
Kinda looks like this
>>54527608
looks like some paki would wear
>>54527402
>>54527666
?
>>54527642
>>54527402
>>54527666
Never mind I found it (turns out half my info was wrong anyway)
Any recommendation for a mesh band? Something decent and not costing $100?
>>54527666
The Danezel Washington.
>>54521038
>>54519533
>>54521440
So do you blokes recommend watchunique to buy this watch? It's genuine, right?
what did i miss
uni work is taking all my free time away
>>54528258
who would knock off a 300$ watch?
>>54528310
I've heard that some of them aren't genuine and that they are made in other places. Yknow
>>54528332
its literally a super cheap made in china handwinding watch
if you're this paranoid about it being a knock off im sure you wouldn't be able to tell the difference anyway.
![auktionsvara_37716_stort[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/4zX7TyN.jpg "auktionsvara_37716_stort[1].jpg")
Is it possible to tell from this picture if this watch is mechanical or quartz? How about general impressions? Do you know the make? Have you seen one in person?
>>54528124
There's sub-$2 ones on aliexpress that have gotten decent reviews on here.
>>54528383
>you wouldn't be able to tell the difference anyway.
Would there be any difference in the materials made or the build quality?
>>54528385
yes. nasty looking tank style. no. no.
>>54528413
this is what poorfags actually believe
>>54528385
"Automatic" denotes automatic winding, nearly only available on mechanical. If it states the amount of jewels on the dial or just in general is older than 1980s it's almost certainly mechanical. Automatically winding quartz is usually called kinetic or at worst from a confusion standpoint auto-quartz.
Hur mycket?
>>54528413
assuming the chrono function works I'm actuallty 100% sure there would be no difference
because the st19 movement is just about the cheapest chrono movement out there.
>>54521440
Is the sapphire glass on amazon worth it tho?
>>54528506
dome acrylic is more authentic and looks better
it will scratch easier though
>>54528506
No. It looks worse than the acrylic one.
There are several versions of the 1963, with different sizes, crystal material (acrylic or sapphire), and dial colours.
The best one is the first one they released: small, acrylic, beige dial. The reverse panda one is also acceptable.
>>54528443
So no? Don't be so conceited.
>>54528506
The backs on the amazon one look way better too. No crazy red writing across the center.
>>54528506
No it looks like shit. The sapphire isn't curved enough so it has a big tall metal bezel as a spacer and it looks awful. Also there's two different sizes, the 38mm is the properly proportioned one, the 42mm ruins the aesthetics of the dial just to make the watch overly large. 38mm acrylic crystal version is the only good one.
>>54528258
Like I said, I bought mine from longislandwatch for $460 CAD. Have no experience with watchunique. If that's the model you want then go for it. I've read that only the domed acrylic crystal version is the one made by Seagull and the others are outsourced.
>>54528272
Fuck university. Make your own opportunities! I would know. I went to university. Now I don't.
>>54528681
I don't live in the us so i don't have to pay for it so whatever.
I'm studying arts and design so it's not like i have a bright future anyways.
>>54528767
>arts and design
>>54528272
Do you have any other picture of your only watch?
Fuck, I'd say I've seen this picture every 2 or 3 threads for a year now.
>>54527970
>swiss watch
>>54528952
i just like that one the most
>>54528936
no bully
>>54528952
I think he likes how flamboyant it is.
>>54527209
>>54529035
I think he is just failing his arts courses and legitimately believes its a decent picture
>>54528272
>he doesn't shitpost while he studies
>>54528988
>no bully
But you make it so easy
>>54528272
Your feet looks disgsuting, anon.
>>54529123
i can pretend
>>54529164
i know, though i don't see myself in any other uni besides film school which i can do later on anyways.
>>54529095
>no magnification on the date
lmao busted, that's a fake
>>54529379
You got me.
>>54529209
Lad, an arts degree if any kind won't get you anywhere (unless it's Graphic Design).
>>54529123
>chemistry
you disgust me
>>54529526
it's a 3 years interdisciplinar bachelor degree then a 1.5/2 years specific bachelor degree in either cinema, graphic design, visual arts, fashion or that shit you need for teaching and i don't know the name in english.
but yeah i know, the thing is i just don't care though
Good ol grampa citizen
>>54529574
But that's thermodynamics. How about shitposting while I cook instead?
>>54529667
Don't be an idiot.
Study now, so you won't regret it later.
>>54529698
Seems to be in pretty decent shape.
Swap the crystal and it'll be pretty darn nice daily.
>>54528439
>>54528446
Thanks for the responses!
Auction starts at 50 euros, probably won't fetch much more.
>>54529698
>cool
Nope. Get that shit out of here.
>>54529706
that is considered thermodynamics? I hope it's the first page of the book
>>54521994
That's lovely.
>>54529721
I was thinking to do that... But you know... It kinda makes me feel bad to swap the crystal, the old man died some years ago. And he used it alot, as you can see. So I dont know what to do.
>>54529757
post phd in physics
>>54527608
Hideous desu.
>>54528968
Nomos is German.
>>54529721
but i am studying...
just because it's arts school doesn't mean we don't study
>>54529809
>reading comprehension
>>54529807
I think he would like to see it looking a lil better.
I'm not talking about replacing the movement, dial or anything else. Just the badly scuffed crystal, to make it look close to how he got it.
>>54529817
>just because it's arts school doesn't mean we don't study
Yes. Yes it does.
>>54529574
>chemistry
What a fucking retard.
>>54513699
Just bought this beaut, any other brothers?
>>54530283
>being this mad that your shitty subject sucks
>>54530351
Thermodynamics suck desu.
Automation and robotics 4 lyfe.
>>54525436
this
>>54529123
Then you're not studying.
>>54529379
t.FakeWatchBusta
>>54529706
What are you making? Shit?
>>54530995
looks like some kind of stew
>>54530334
They're trash desu mi familia
Any Casio pals lurking?
Took mine for a hike today. Saw some deer, hummed some tunes in the dark forest.
>>54530995
>>54531027
Black beans.
>>54531027
>looks like some kind of stew
Yeah, shit stew
>>54531138
Nice.
>>54529123
>biology
Fucking disgusting.
Luminox 8821.KM
>>54530334
That's disgusting
Off yourself
>>54515611
Went from a first-gen Moto 360 to this Huawei, they're finally up to doing useful stuff without lagging.
>2016
>not being a glorious lawyer
>why
>mfw
>>54528042
what does that thing on the left of this watch do?
>>54531700
It assfucks curious people
>>54531700
GMT hand.
>>54531700
It's a split chronograph. That third pusher stops one of the two central hands of the chronograph so you can measure two times at once.
>>54531606
>2016
>not being a bloodsucking middle-man in a fictional system
Feels good man.
>>54531606
Any news on that Laurent Ferrier waiting list?
Also 14790ST vs 15450ST
>>54531817
Is Obongo wearing a pebble or some kind of fitbit?
>>54531971
Just ask whoever he stole it from.
>>54528657
Sweet I ordered the one with the acrylic from watchunique. Keepin in authentic. And USD is pretty powerful against euro now so just a little over 200 bucks.
>>54531604
If I may ask, what do you use it for?
>>54532166
display caseback?
>>54531971
That would be embarrassing compared to his Jorg Gray Secret Service chrono. Why do you Americans have such a weenie president?
When Trump makes America great again does that mean he'll bring back Elgin, Waltham and Gruen?
