/wt/ watch thread

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first for no trips

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I like square watches. Should I bother with a midrange one or save for a Reverso/Tank?

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>>55628038
Lovely!

I'm incredibly close to dropping $269 USD on pic related. Long Island Watch is out of stock though, can anyone recommend another place to buy?

(need online as not many brick & mortars around me here in Australia)

>>55628155

Seiko has something similar in the SARG/SARB lineup if you search

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>Weiss Watch Company
>"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""American Watchmaking"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""
>Couldn't even machine the "Swiss" off the ETA barrel bridge in his promo vid

Does /wt/ think a real American made watch will ever be created?

>>55628184

>shinola detroit
>$550
>quartz

Jesus Burgerland get it together

To my mind sinn 356 pilot is best chronograph i could buy atm, i guess i will do it once i get my payment. It isn't to big, is automatic, doesn't look to flashy. What do you guys think?

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>>55628184

I do not think there will ever be an affordable fully made in the USA watch again. Luxury makers like Devon, Keaton Myrick, and RGM are getting close and I think will eventually get there.

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>>55628350

It's not a bad choice at all. You might also want to consider Damasko.

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>>55628350
Go for it. It's the favorite and most worn of my collection by far. Perfect balance of wrist presence, subtlety, and function.

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WRUW today /wt/?

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>>55628661

>>55628695
why is this the meme of the week? What about the Combat Sub or something?

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>be the anon with the blue Ministry Amphibia
>guy comes in to have crystal polished
>watch is actually pic
>shoot the shit about how cool blue Amphibias are
>wants to buy my factory dotted bezel now since I don't need it anymore
Literally first time I've ever seen anyone else irl with an Amphibia. Still I couldn't help take a good look at him, whether the watch makes the wearer look like an autistic nerd.

>>55628789
It's not a meme, it's what I'm wearing.

I do wish they made a no date version. The dial would look much better.

>>55629098
I just meant in terms of it coming up in the last several threads, whether it was just you or a number of people talking about it I don't know.

I agree, the only thing worse than a 4 o'clock date is a framed 4 o/clock date

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QUICK WRIST WATCH CHECK. Wtf is Will Farrell wearing in this movie?

Has anyone ever returned a nato? I want to but I would feel like a dick since I've already worn it for two days.

>>55629604

Any place I've seen doesn't allow returns of worn straps. Also why would you want to return it?

>>55628015
what's the point of all the useless shit added in the right picture? is it just to make it look interesting? lmao...

>>55630205
What would be useless?

Any recommendations for a field watch under ~$300USD?

>>55630490

You might be able to get a Hamilton or Marathon around that price.

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>>55630490
SNZG15

>>55628661
Cute praying mantis.
Wearing my mvmt today but I've taken it off, deciding on my watch for tomorrow

>>55630205
Those are the bridges ... nevermind you obviously have no clue

>>55629154
I'm not sure why the date window isn't round, it would match the other indices better then.

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Had this waiting for me when I got home

>>55629154
It was on sale recently, so that could be why

>>55631138
Awesome, what do you think of it? What is it like on the rubber strap?

>>55629098
See
>>55631138
Is beginning to become the new meme watch

>>55631222
Perfect size
I have small wrists so it's big enough to look good but not so big it overhangs my wrists

The rubber strap is ok, but it makes the watch sit quite high on my wrist because they're small wrists. I'm thinking after a while the rubber will become more pliable and it will sit on my wrist better. If it doesn't I'll replace it with a NATO or leather strap

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>>55631291
It's super comfy on a nato strap, I recommend trying one out.

>>55631313
I was thinking NATO or Perlon
I'll try to break in the rubber one, and hen move on to a NATO or Perlon

What's the general reputation or thoughts on this company and their watches?


http://halioswatches.com


Anyone have experience with them?

>>55628233
>chinese

>>55631620
Pretty good microbrand from the reviews I've read.

>>55631456
I'm not a fan of perlons on divers, they're too dressy IMHO.

>>55631855
>perlon
>dressy

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>>55631620

I preordered this Delfin from the last batch of them. There were multiple delays but Jason would very regularly send out email updates and was very honest and upfront about what was going on. Obviously not an issue when you're buying an in stock item. The watch itself is very well made and very good quality. Sorry for the crappy picture but it's the best I can do at the moment.

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DAILY REMINDER:
Seiko SRP77x version is the best value for money available today.

Name an ISO certified ( diver ) automatic watch with a similar build quality for 300-350 bucks. Protip - don't even try!

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Am I allowed to like this

The portofino has ETA inside

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>[This] close to ordering a Stowa Antea

Help, I don't want to spend 1k on a watch

>>55633406
How about an SKX

All the competition it going to come from other Seikos, honestly

>>55633421
No day/date. For that amount of money, it should have it. Otherwise, a beautiful watch. IWC rarely does bad shit.

>>55633433
Does SKX have a 4r36? Nope. SKX is running on a soon to be discontinued movement. So, there you have it. Also, no hacking and manual wind.

>>55633444

The day and date have always been wrong on my quartzes, i dont pay attention

>>55633422
I would not, since they did some serious fuckery with the dial numbers. Everything else looks ok besides that autistic shit. Also no day/smdate, so in total, fuck it.

>>55633421
>mismatched date wheel color
I let this slide on inexpensive watches but that shit is unacceptable on watch that cost multiple thousands of dollars. To me that shows laziness, lack of thought in design, and an overall attitude of not caring.

>>55633506
Fuck off, connoiseur of expensive watches.

>>55633506
So what? Your mongrel mother let Jerome slide in a bit, and there you are.

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>>55633504
You can get the date on it if you want, it's an optional extra. Also I'm not sure what you mean about the numbers, do you mean that they are too cartoony compared to this? (pic related)

>>55633469
Still a fine movement in a cheaper package.

>>55633422
>Help
It's not a fundamentally different watch than things 1/3rd of the price. Just an ETA dropped is a case without major care or concern for engineering.

That work?

>>55631782

I mean don't get me wrong I think the designs on their field watches are decent, I just dont see spending $550 on a quartz watch

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I originally planned on a cool 2-3k€ automatic like the Black Bay or used similar range, but all the cooler watches are closer to 4k€

>>55633422
that new logo is so bad

>>55633738
Some quartz movements are worth it. I would guess Shinola's aren't.

>>55633811
>virginity shield

>>55633645
What alternatives are there if my criteria are automatic, clean/simple in design, and light?

>>55633645
Not saying it's not a fine movement, mind you. But non hacking and non manual winding kills it for me ( and other watch lovers ). Will be getting an SKX some day just for the sake of having it in my collection.

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>>55631074
Little qtpie indeed.

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>>55634118
Mantis love watches

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>>55631620
I love the white Tropik.

>>55633406
>you have to get your 200m certified, otherwise you can't wash your hands/take a swim at the sea during summer with your watch!
Only autists or divers care. Only the second ones have a good reason to do so.

>>55633506
>blue on blue
White is perfect, fucboi.

>>55628155
I can sell you a 18 month old cream version.

>>55634517
I don't like the bezel but those dial and hands are great.

>>55634941
I don't like the short lugs, they give it a fat look. The bezel looks great, what do you dislike?

>>55632582
Too dressy for a diver.

>>55634552
Anyone living near the sea, or off the sea has to have a good water resistant watch. This Seiko fits the bill. Cheap, rugged as fuck, ISO certified, a real everyday ( beater ) tank. This come from a 35 yr old merchant mariner electrician with 8 years at sea. Hell, when I mentioned SRP came out, entire crew bought themselves one. some bought two :). And most watches crews use are Seiko divers.

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>>55635520
I agree on that one, living next to the sea kind of requires having a decently waterproof watch.

Which is why i tend to collect divers and also getting a neo turtle next month or so. (ideally f29)

>>55635520
>>55635615
A random 100m non-iso one would do fine for just that.
Again, why care about iso 200?

>>55635666
Dem trips.


10Atm works fine for swimming, but better safe than sorry. Let alone they are more likely to survive longer exposure to moisture and saltwater.

Plus, i do go diving occasionally.

>>55629487
JLC Reverso

>>55635520
Nigga who the fuck goes for a swim with a watch on?

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I can't believe they didn't produce more of this beauty. Does anyone know of a watch with a similar dial?

-Similar, reflective, deep blue dial.
-500 USD or less
-Not a diver
-Mechanic
-I'm not very keen on complications. The simpler the better, IMO.

Thanks in advance.
Any help is appreciated.

>>55636345
Anyone who wants to keep track of the time? What kind of stupid fucking question is that?

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>>55636361

If you can stretch you budget just a little you could get a Christopher Ward.

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How was your day /g/? Trade any good stocks lately?

>>55636555
>on a yacht
>doesn't have a yachtmaster

>>55628058
If you can afford a reverso/tank then don't even bother with that mid range shit. It's just going to steal money away from your actual watch.

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>>55619117

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>>55628695

Christopher Ward watches are absolute dog shit.

>>55637468

Please explain why you think that. I have no first hand experience with them but from what I've read they have quality products and if something does go wrong have good customer service to back it up.

>>55628015
What does /wt/ think of Accurist? I got one off Amazon. The thing was on a flash deal. Worth £300, got it for £60.

Good deal or naught?

>>55637602
Not him but they look all like wannabes.
>>55637406
If you can "afford" a car, you can afford a watch. Doesn't mean you'll get one. That way of reasoning is wrong.
If you like the reverso and decide you'll get one eventually it's retarded to get something else that resembles it meanwhile, yeah.

>>55635666
Whatever rating you're looking at, that's a static pressure rating that the manufacturer exceeds with every non-defective example of the case.

A 100m watch (many of which don't have screw-down crowns) might be flooded if you fall out of a boat going at speed, or if you wipe out while kite-boarding, or jump into water from height.

200m watches might even flood if someone dived to 200m and waved their arms around.

The key to making sure your watch doesn't flood is redundancy. Buy something rated to survive well beyond the conditions you'll put it through.

Guy who has rubber backed leather, mind sharing your opinions and low budget research again?
I checked the archive and couldn't find it and have to admit I don't remember the brand name even if I asked for a review before you got it.

>>55637635
They are low end watches powered by cheap Miyota movements.

I doubt it was ever at the higher price though. Post a pic of the watch.

>>55637468
They are actually well made sensibly priced watches. Every review has praised them for how much watch you get for the money.

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>>55634517
White faces are underrated.

>>55637930
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Accurist-Quartz-Chronograph-Display-Leather/dp/B00CSMPNBO/ref=pd_ybh_a_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=YA596SE623M4E18SB4ZV

It's this one, senpai.

>>55637431
Nice, I like the Malvern but it seems a bit large for a dress watch. The slimline version looks nice too.

>>55637958
Maybe but they still don't look good to me.

>>55637972
That looks quite nice, as I say they use typically lower end Miyota movements. Having said that those movements are pretty reliable so the watch should last you.

Post a wrist shot when it arrives and enjoy your new watch my friend.

>>55636555
More pics of chick on the left

>>55638026
Fair enough, you are entitled to your opinion. However just saying they are dogshit would lead people to believe they are no better than Invicta. In actual fact they are a lot better.

They have a few of their own in house movements now too including one with a 5 day power reserve.

>>55637843
it's just I like that Eterna, and I feel I would have to shop around for the "right" Reverso, but I might want a master control instead. if I am spending several thousand, I feel I might want a round watch. though I like square watches, they are less versatile.

I've found expired deals that put the eterna around 400$. if I ever see one of those again I'd probably go for it since that isn't outrageous for an ETA movement

Pepsi citizen ny2300 just arrived, finally found one for a decent price on Ebay. Probably a little too big, but its the best I can do with bitch wrists.

Now I just need to pick up a water sport.

>>55638039
Will do, m80. The thing looks pretty nice indeed. Hope it serves me well. Never had a watch.

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>>55638173
forgot pic

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hello watchanons,
I just recently got into watches and I really need recommendations on affordable automatic watches, since I dont own any yet.
I am still in University so my budget is around 500 Euros.

Also I need to build a good foundation of watch knowledge. Can you guys give me any good reads/videos etc. to learn from?

Pic related, its what got me interested in watches.

>>55638195
Those hands look like chodes.

>>55636555
>Ceramic bezel
kys

>>55636523
>putting "slimline" on the dial

I understand that it's the model name, but manufacturers should drop anything from dials which is evident from looking at the piece itself, and even some stuff which isn't evident, such as a jewel count, or "sapphire".

The dial doesn't need to tell me it's slimline, I can see how slim it is. Similarly, watches with display casebacks shouldn't say "automatic" on the dial.

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>dress like shit, probably loose fitting polos and garbage mallcore clothes
>wears a 30k piece of metal
LMAO

>>55638226
not a huge fan of the hands (would have preferred an skx013) But for me its an acceptable compromise for a lower price and a shorter lug-to-lug distance.

>>55638230
Even worse is when they have Sapphire or Titanium like Seiko and Citizen do.
Let's not even talk about AUTOMATIC

>>55638271
You should have just gone with one of their promaster divers.
Same lume, better looks and cheaper.
And Citizens Quartz movements aren't complete shit like their mechanicals

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>>55635520
So sailors don't wear deck watches anymore?

>>55638300
>complete shit like their mechanicals

in what way? not trying to start an argument, just curious to why you think that.

>>55637864
The dynamic pressure myth has been disproved time and time again, please educate yourself.

>>55638074
I'm not the guy who called them dogshit.
>>55638217
Seiko or some cheap ETA. What kind of watch do you want?

Panerai's are generally for niggers.

>>55638344
Low end Miyota movements are not as good as a 7s26 (which is a pretty shitty movement in itself honestly).
Low end watches are a trap. You see all these faggots online spewing bullshit about how much "watch you get for the money", but that simple isn't true.
a $300 watch is usually twice as good as a $200 watch.
It's much smarter to buy a Casio, and save up for a nice watch.
Buying a $1000 watch every 3 years or however often you can afford is much better than having a bunch of shitty unserviceable watches.
I laugh my ass off when people just tell you to buy a new movement rather than getting your watch serviced.
>>55637864
You're fucking retarded. That's not how a rubber seal works.

>>55638344

Different guy here. The 8215 is reliable but has some quirks which make it lower tier.

-low beat rate
-unidirectional winding
-hand winding but no hacking
-indirect drive seconds hand which can potentially lead to stuttering https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg_sXommhiA

>>55637864
>>55638376
Is this the watch equivalent of rotational velocidensity?

>>55637406
>>55637843
>>55638154
Actually, in his situation, it might make sense to buy a used mid range watch that he knows is worth the cash, at no more than 60% of retail, and sell it (at a negligible loss) when he's absolutely sure he's willing to get the Reverso.

>>55638273
Yeah, all that shit belongs stamped on the caseback, hidden from view.

I even think Seiko should drop "spring drive" from the dial. If the hand sweeps perfectly, it's a spring drive, and I don't need to be told.

Whatever happened to makers marks? Why can't each company just make a simple pictogram system, based around a core illustration, with the relevant information represented by variations of that illustration?

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>>55638449
Or he can buy one of these and save up for the real deal.
Reversos are 6-8k. That should be 3-4 years of saving, and you would appreciate the fuck out of the watch when you finally get it.
Or you can realize that luxury watch aren't meant for 4chan NEETs and be happy with the Casio.
Whichever comes first
>>55638491
I would rather them write their stupid paragraph than have a page of fucking hieroglyphs on my dial.
It's a different age of watch design. You need a spec sheet available to show off whatever shit you bought, then pull out your phone to check the time.

>>55638491
Contrary to WIS the typical market does actually need to see that information on the front while in a store.

>>55636217
Not even.

>>55637864
Keeping in mind a '200m diver' receives quite a bit more than a static 20bar air pressure test.

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>>55638217

>>55638544
Buy the MTP and a custom vietnamese ostrich strap for it.

>>55638300
>>55638425
Still pretty new to watches so I appreciate the feedback. Can't justify buying a 300-500$ watch on my current income, but that should change in a year or 2 years. If it can last me till then I'll be happy.

>>55637883
That b would be me, it's the strap shown here:
>>55628579
It's a DiModell Ikarus, in the style of WWII pilot's straps and definitely not a budget strap (cost me $45). It's beautiful and practically indestructible, still in mint condition so far (3 weeks of wearing ~4 days a week). The backing is natural rubber and doesn't get sticky like the silicone based ones that come with cheap dive watches. The downside is that it's still quite stiff and refuses to conform to the shape of my wrist after all this time, so I usually wear it about one hole looser than my other leather straps or it'll pinch the 2 sides of my wrist uncomfortably (slowly getting better though). As for is it overall a worthwhile purchase? Well, i haven't changed straps since i got it, so that'll tell you something.

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>>55638709
Return the Citizen, and buy a Casio MDV106.
Put the rest of the money towards a nice watch.
>>55638674
I probably will. Still debating on white vs. black though.
My next watch is going to be a white SARB so I'm thinking black, but the silver has a really nice sunburst so I don't know.

>>55638425
>That's not how a rubber seal works
Rubber seals work by pressing hard against the surfaces on each side.

If the surrounding water has a higher kinetic energy per unit volume, than the pressure the seal exerts on it's surroundings, it WILL ingress.

Both pressure, and flow, contribute to the kinetic energy of the water particles in contact with the seal. All that's required is a sudden spike exceeding 10atm equivalent, and you're relying on your case to perform in excess of it's 100m rating.

>>55638544
I was talking about hieroglyphs on the caseback.

>>55638548
All the watches in a store have tags on them. I don't want to look at a retail aide every time I check the time.

>>55638762
A properly compressed seal will not undergo this.
You routinely see 200m rated watches go down to 300m and 400m with no problem.

>>55638761
>Put the rest of the money towards a nice watch.

lol no thanks. I can save that much money in a single day once I get a job after graduating uni. Rather just have a watch that I actually like in the meantime.

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>>55638784
Cars have tags on them too and yet..

>>55638762
Luckily the dynamic pressure bullshit from moving your arm in water has been debunked.

>>55638544
Yeah, but he'll feel like shit (and self conscious) for that entire ~4 years. I'm not saying the Casio is a shit watch, but if he's already "settling" for the Eterna, he has high enough standards (or vanity) that wearing the Casio will not bring him any pleasure whatsoever (which is what watches are all about at the end). Sure I won't be able to afford a Tesla Model S for a while, but in the meantime I can actually enjoy driving my pre-owned Audi rather than some purely utilitarian appliance. And used mid-tier watches usually depreciate much less than used cars.

Dear faggots,

I need a machine to grind glass, a la Kronoglass, to round and bezel crystals from 1mm to 4mm thicc for my shop in southamerica, do you know of something capable to do that?
Kronoglass looks good, but seems really slow and I need to mass produce.

I know that I could buy the finished product from China and rebrand it, but customs in my country are a pain in the ass, so I'd rather risk it with a machine.

Is CNC accurate enough for watches? Because I've considered a CNC machine and get something to do the bezel but I've had no luck with that.

Thanks.

>>55638953
Try >>>/diy/ or god forbid, reddit

>>55638853
>You routinely see 200m rated watches go down to 300m and 400m with no problem.
No you don't, because the deepest recorded scuba dive is 330m, and fewer people have dived beyond 280 than have walked on the moon.

The reason why 200m rated watches may go deeper is because 200m is the minimum performance rating.

>>55638762
I'm gonna make a meme about this dynamic pressure thing, thanks for the inspiration.

>>55639002
>What is strapping the watch to anchor
You're one retarded autist

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Enjoying the meme 033 on fake croc butterfly clasp leather strap. Feels grand seiko man.

>>55639002
>he doesn't regularly dive beyond 500m
I thought you were an expert but I'm sorry I can't take you seriously anymore.

>>55639056
This reminds me I need to buy a strap for mine as well.
I was thinking of getting a Hirsh on eBay but I still don't know which color/leather.
What are the best alternatives within a €30/40 budget? Maybe I could spend I little bit more if it's worth it.

>>55639146
*Hirsch

>>55639146
Also what are the best strap colors to go with the SARB033?

>>55639044
>watches are "routinely" strapped to anchors

>>55639056
Why fake croc at that pricepoint?

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>>55639181

>>55638985
Yeah you're right.

Thanks man.

>>55639173
Black I guess or whatever you like tbqh. Paid 20€ for mine.

>>55639242
>Deepsea
Forget anchors, are you sure I can safely wash my hands with this watch? The dial only reads "3900m", I doubt it can sustain the pressure of the sink.

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>>55639409
dunno

>>55639308
You think Hirsch has some outlet in Austria? I live near the border.

>>55639409
Yeah, just dont make any sudden movements.
Make sure to take it off it's raining too

>>55639056
>tfw love both the black and cream dials and can't choose

>>55639551
Dunno about the white one but the black one looks amazing in person.
If only it didn't have the lume and the deciseconds indices.

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Today a guy came in and wanted a battery change in a running Eco-Drive. Asked me if he should wait till the battery drains completely instead.

>>55639719
How can you restrain yourself from laughing in his face?

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Welp, I bought it.
Next watch will be a SARB, probably next year or so.

>>55639916
Great, now buy a strap for twice as much.

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Where can I get a new bracelet for a Seiko SNE045?

In before just get another watch.

>>55640306
My favorite meme
Are Haldley Romas any good?
I might go for a lizard grain but it might look a but gay

>>55640734

You can maybe try AliExpress see if they've got any cheap chink shit but an OEM or good quality aftermarket bracelet will cost just about as much or more than the entire watch.

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>>55640750
This for example

Miyota 9015 automatic movement.

Opinions?

>>55641168
Great budget movement. I'm wearing a watch with one now, albeit very dressed up.

>>55641182

How accurate is it for you?

What kind of power reserve do you get?

>>55641228
It's about -10s per day. Power reserve is around 40 hours, I haven't checked it thoroughly.

>>55641244
Not -10, +10.

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Smartwatches are the future

>>55641419
lmao gain some weight skelly

>>55639056
The SARB doesn't have AR coating right?
Whenever I see pictures of the black one there's always a shit ton of glare

>>55641244

I'm really digging that Helios diver posted higher in the thread. It has a 9015.

Might get it.

>>55641168
Bretty gud. The one in my memesplorer has been pretty accurate. No more than 2/3s off per day if I wear it consistently.

>>55641432
>first person in months to post on /wt/ with sub morbidly obese body fat
>still looks overweight
>lmao gain some weight skelly

:^)

>>55641432
>unionically taking the bait

>>55639453
What's the reference of the watch on the left? Can't find it.

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>>55640750
Make sure you get the actual made in USA ones (their cheaper lines are Chinese). Otherwise, for a similar price look at Fluco's offerings (all German made).

The Fortis and Tutima are both on Fluco straps.

>>55641812
Thanks for the heads up
I love your Sinn Chrono
Did you buy it online?

>>55641812
>>55641833
Ebay pre-owned, with box and papers (and still within manufacturer's warranty). Btw, the same goes for Hirsch. Most of their <$30 straps are Chinese made.

>>55638739
Thanks.
Got it from watchbandcenter? Sadly can't find other models from the brand more suitable for a dress watch.

>>55641762
It's the deep sea challenge, one off for depth rating shitposting / advertising. 12000m WR. They had something similar in the 70s I belive.

>>55638936
I'm eterna guy. I wouldn't feel like shit wearing a casio, I just like the eterna

>>55642185
http://holbensfinewatchbands.com
I'm assuming you're in Europe since your first choice was watchbandcenter. Yeah, DiModell is known for racing/pilot straps, not dress appropriate ones. For similar construction but dress straps, you'll have better luck with Hirsch's higher end ($50+) offerings.

Btw, I can't recommend Fluco enough. Even though then don't have crazy tech in their straps, they're imo the best bang-for-the-buck ones I've bought so far. Solid, German made cow leather (including shell cordovan, bridal leather options) in a large variety of styles at usually $35 or under.

>>55636555
Not as many stocks as you've sucked cocks... today.

>>55638303
Did not see a deck watch in, shit... years. Everyone has a wristwatch.

>>55638425
7s26 is not a shit if it works 25-30 years without service keeping great time. It's a simple, cheap, bombproof workhorse.

>>55637864
Check out ISO certification tests for diver watches.

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Any watch similar to the SARB065, but costs around $200? Just want a classy dress watch

>>55643849
Orient Bambino

>>55643849
Cocktail time is meant to have some dress elements but also to be loud and fun, not formally dress. Appropriate for the right kind of cocktail party, really.

I can't think of a budget version of a cocktail time.

Keep in mind they go for like 275-300ish used.

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>>55636555
I went for a forest walk

>>55638074
Not either of the previous two anons, i like some, i dislike others, but they all seem to be good quality.
I hate the way he abbreviated Chris Ward
Those are my opinions on that brand

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Today is Raketa day again.

>>55643722
Seems people have removed the watches from the decks and placed them around their anchors instead. There is a market for everything.

>>55644440
With the rate they change logos they will have a new one soon no doubt.

>>55641432
Are you american?

>>55641977
>Btw, the same goes for Hirsch. Most of their <$30 straps are Chinese made
So if it costs more you're safe?

>>55646453
The "Louisianalook" alligator embossed strap I got ($29) came in a package labelled made in China. Another under $30 one (that i end up returning), model name escapes me, also had the same label. Here's some reports from WUS:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/f222/origins-hirsch-straps-677168.html#/forumsite/20758/topics/677168?page=1

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Fuck me, first time I use the chrono after an overhaul, and the hour hand reset to 9pm position. Wtf. Didn't even run it for more than a few min. Back to the watchmaker...

>>55644386
Here's hoping a Seiko wearing bear comes out and rapes your rosy priviledged tasteless ass.

>>55639719
Those use capacitors right?
Do they eventually fail or need to be replaced?

>>55647403
Yes. Yes.

>>55643849
SRP701? Seems kind of hard to find though.

>>55647403
No they do not use capacitors anymore. They use rechargeable batteries. Once fully charged the batteries can run your watch for upto 6 months or more even if there is no exposure to sunlight.

Batteries should be good for more than 20 years, or so they say. Provided you don't completely discharge the battery often. Just keep the watch on your table or near a window when you are not wearing it and it will be fine for decades.

this fag >>55647526 is wrong.

t. newecoshill

>>55647257
You can fix that, look up chrono reset

>>55647395
Haha bears.

>>55648456
Im going to second this post.
i bought one very very cheap because "the watch was dead" and needed a new cell.
Waved it in my hand for 5 minutes after i got and is worked perfect ever since

>>55649141
Why would waving it around do anything when they are powered by light?

Stop lying you big phony.

>>55649570
Please, think of the children.

>>55649436
Mine was a seiko version with a rotor

>>55649570

These look like something you would buy from a suburban mall store for goth kids

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Based 5216 has started gaining time slightly, such that it is now barely 2 seconds off from when I first set it 3 weeks ago.

>tfw $100 chronometer is more accurate than almost all your quartz watches
>tfw only thing better is a synchronous clock

>>55638916
Yeah and badges advertising your shit on cars are just as bad as they are on watches. Debadged is the best. Toyota is actually really good for this... For example, the V6 Camry is debadged. There is nothing on the back that tells you "there is a monster under the hood", the dual exhausts are the only giveaway. People who debadge their BMW Ms are cool and the cars are also cool by virtue of being sleepers. Meanwhile the Range Rovers with a dozen footballer bling badges all over them look tryhard and disgusting in comparison.

>>55641460
If there is AR coating then it's pretty shitty. I barely notice the glare on my SARB017 though, you'd have to purposely angle it to get noticeable glare.

>>55649570
Whyy?

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>>55649962
That's a kinetic not an Eco-Drive.

>>55641460
I angled it so it would shine

>>55639196
Why fake croc what? Why would ever buy an expensive strap for a sarb033, its not a grand seiko mang
>>55639551
Had the white, it felt green dirty creamish the colour, returned it and got the black. It is the better choice, even if you like white since its a poor off white and 033 is just straight up black.

Since I've started coming here about a year ago I saw about two or three mechanical watches worn by other people. How often do you come across mechanicals?

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>>55649570
>>55649689
>>55650107
>>55650189
I'm personally fond of some Bell and Ross's, particularly their insignia collections with the US army air corps and RAF insignia

of course they generally look like watches and aren't trying to be an instrument ripped out of a cockpit

>>55650962
I see people wearing mechanicals like once every two months. But I'm never around people who would have the money to buy luxury watches, or who would care enough about mechanical watches to buy a cheaper one.

>>55650955
the strap is its own article, and should be considered separate from each piece as it is interchangable.

if I buy a nice leather strap for my seiko 5, it isn't a waste because I can always keep the strap to put on a better watch when I get it.

in the mean time I have a nice looking comfortable strap

>>55650811
Same type of lithium battery, only the charging method changes.
Point still remains, dead watch can revive

>>55641460
>>55650955
>>55650154
Some models do. The SARB033/35 doesn't.

>>55650955
>and 033 is just straight up black.
Bullshit, it's slightly brown.
>Why would ever buy an expensive strap for a sarb033, its not a grand seiko mang
You don't have to spend 200 for a croc, just buy a good one.

>>55650962
>>55651013
I've seen a guy with a speedmaster a couple of hours ago and one with what I think it was a Citizen eco-drive flieger chrono this morning.

>>55652034
My entire collection. Never wear the Green Calc or the Timex any more. The others get worn on rotation with the "Speedy" being my daily work wearer and my real Omega outside of work.

>>55651280
Eco-Drives aren't mechanical....

>>55651280
I saw a light blue seiko 5, a dark olive green seiko 5 with golden looking details, a slava, and one of those square bell and ross watches.

Except the lawyerfag I think that not many of us will see something expensive or interesting

>>55648998
The google results are for mecha-quartz. My watch has an ETA 7750.

>>55650962
You work in banking. Lots of shitty quartz Taghuehues too though.

>>55637431
Too big and lugs are too narrow
Otherwise it's just a denzel washington with a better movement

>>55637972
It looks like a fucking rebranded invicta
Casio has plenty of good looking Chronos at the same or even cheaper price points. And I can guarantee you the movement will be more reliable.

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Opinions on Helvetia? I just bought one from a guy who didn't want to pay for a whole repair & service for around $27 in burgershekels (first owner, since 1975). It has a 25 jewel ETA 2783 automatic movement which interestingly has a twisted stem.
So far what it needs:
>new crystal
>new setting lever spring (already ordered it)
>de-rust the stem and some parts of the keyless work (already soaking in vinegar)
>full service
>a nice leather strap
I didn't take a pic before I tore it apart for the cleaning machine, so pic is a completely different Helvetia, but same era and movement.

So do you guys think it could be sold for a profit off Ebay or should I just keep it? Gold-plated case is a bit worn, but not scratched, dial is near-mint.

Any recommended watches for 100$? I'm looking to buy a watch for myself around this price (yes, I'm a bit poor and looking for a watch with good quality, and looking).

>>55654553
Seiko 5, pick which of the 5 trillion designs you like best.

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>>55652073
That's why I said "I think", maybe it wasn't.
>>55653422
>Except the lawyerfag I think that not many of us will see something expensive or interesting
Gotta wait for the niggers of europe, the Russians, to come down for the holidays for that.

I also saw this this morning.
Why can't I hold all these Reversos?

>>55654553
if you want mechanical/automatic you have Seiko 5, Vostok Amphibia/Komandirskie, Swatch Sistem 51(don't), and some other less erm, respected brands such as Alpha that will put chinese or if you are lucky cheap japanese movements in an homage case.

Seiko 5s are well put together and will last years without service, Vostoks are tanks as well. Alpha watches are not water resistant and are made pretty cheaply but aren't going to necessarily fall apart.

Don't buy low end swatch.

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>tfw no Oris Coltrane
I had finally found the perfect watch for me, and I learn that it was a limited edition in 2013, fuck my life ;_;

>>55654947
I know that feel, it's just awesome.

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/g/, recommend me a digital watch. I'm currently thinking about getting the pulsar pw3001 but I'm not 100% sure yet. Any advices?

>>55654547
Search for the same or similar watch on ebay and filter results by "sold". That should answer your question.

I've been wearing a Speedmaster Professional daily for a few months.

It's starting to get a little dirty.


How do I clean the black tachymeter ring? Just water?

What about the glass?

>>55652034
>>55652062
Which flieger is that?

>>55655229
What do you do that makes your watch dirty in only a few months?

>>55655105
I have one, it's pretty decent. AE1200 is nice too if you don't mind a plastic case.

>>55655328

Nothing unique. Just random droplets of various stuff eventually start to get all over the watch. It's unavoidable

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>>55655105
It's pretty nice due to the steel case. I put mine on a super engineer bracelet.

>>55655105

What are you looking for in terms of features?

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Damn, they look even nicer all together.

>>55655588
The main thing I like would be the stopwatch function, and I want a really accurate watch. (and to look good on a 19 y/o casual guy.)
>>55655563
I really like this watch but the thing thats stopping me is the oval shape inside the display.
Isn't it kinda weird?

>>55655703
10/10 for taste

>>55655716
It is a little weird, I'm used to it now. Accuracy has been pretty good on mine, I'm only off like 2 seconds in the month and a half since I got it.

Is there a good looking Seiko 4R36 diver I can get for cheap as a daily beater? I don't wanna buy a 7S26 watch.
Something in the €150 league.

>>55655703

The Longines is my favorite of that group. I love the supercompressor style.

>>55655812
Oh, yeah, I have bitchwrists.

>>55628015
Can this thread just fuck off? Seriously? When was the last time a watch could play my games at 1080p? I don't even think watches run off of electricity. Get with the times, grandpa, we have smartphones. Jesus christ you people are retards.

>>55656000
No effort/10

>>55655272
Archimede 42

>>55653547
Well that sucks.
Now i know it won't work for mechanical

>>55655716
The PW3001 has a stopwatch that can time up to ~10 hours. I don't know if that will be a problem for you I've had mine for almost three weeks and its been keeping good time. It started running +1s after a week which kind of triggered me but I've since gotten over it.

>>55655703

I'm checking the prices on that Longines diver

Why the hell is there a $4000 difference in price between the version seen in your pic and the stainless steel version?

Isn't it the same movement?

>>55656617

Sorry, the one in your pic is the steel version i think?

There is also a rose gold colored one that's over $5k

What's the point of buying a watch new at retailer price when you get a free huge discount for buying it "used", in perfect, mint condition?

Why would someone ever do that?

Inb4 the warranty. Who cares.

>>55656815
You can generally even get it for less than retail new

>>55630837
Got this one since last week, I recommend it.

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Does your watch feel like a prison cell sometimes?
I've been thinking about getting a watch but I worry that I would feel like a slave to time.

>>55656899
Ok but still not as if it's used.

I don't understand it especially if we're talking about luxury watches that will probably never get worn or still be in perfect conditions.

Is there something I'm missing?

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>>55656948

>>55656948

All he has to do is stand up and plug the hole with his head.

And it's top heavy, so he can push that shit over.

Not sure how he would break out of it though.

>>55657091
I can see how a watch is useful but I really do worry that being constantly reminded about the linear progression of time would change my personality.

>>55656954
The only thing you're missing is old people who like to go to a dealer and get their dicks sucked by salespeople for purchasing such expensive watches from them. Some of those places send you birthday cards and will keep a bottle of your favorite beer around and shit for when you bring it in on a scheduled service.

The grey market has exploded over the last few years though. People want used or new at a big discounts. And they don't care about flattery, they just want to receive it in a cardboard box

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You have 10 seconds to say what's wrong with the Casio MQ-24-7B

>>55657189
literally all it does is tell time

>>55657139
>And they don't care about flattery, they just want to receive it in a cardboard box
Exactly how I like to live my life.
Even the thought of going inside a boutique to "contract" on the price of the watch I want sounds retarded to me. You make me your best offer and I tell you a yes or a no. Stop. I wanna buy watches, nothing else.

All something like that does is make me feel uncomfortable.

>>55657132
What the fuck are you on? Knowing what time it is will not change your fucking personality.

>>55657364
Watching time pass at a seemingly steady rate might impede my capacity to live in the moment.
Human perception of time is wildly non-linear.
A clock could damage our natural psyche.

>>55657383
i can't live in the moment with my watch
better go back to posting on a site made for literally ephemeral posting and using my smartphone all day

>>55657383
Speaking of damaging your natural psyche, do you know where you are posting?

>>55657383
>implying anyone here looks at the time when looking at the watch
All we care about is the finishing.

>>55657189
There's a point at which being cheap is simply an exercise in shipping currency abroad.

>>55655703
The Tudor is by far the best diver there.

>>55657542

In what way.

>>55633406
I wish this fucker had SKX lugs, would cop almost immediately... Unfortunately it looks so strange, and even stranger on a bigger wrist.

>>55657383
*tips*

>>55657189
Nothing
It's a durable little watch that keeps accurate time.
There are reasons to get more expensive watches though, if that's what you're insinuating

>>55633406
There's no way in hell I'm going to pay 350 for a 4r13 and a mineral crystal.
Until the price is like 250 then the 2nd gen monster is still the better buy

>>55655105
Don't bother unless you want to shell out another 50+ for a bracelet that accepts fat lugs

>>55655553
Oh, just oil and water stains then. Use microfiber cloth and distilled water like how you'd clean glasses. I suppose you can use a toothbrush if there is actual dirt stuck in the crevices of the bezel.

>>55656617
are you asking why precious metals cost so much?

>>55656412
Good thing its still under warranty. He said the hand was most likely loose (as in he didn't set it properly at the overhaul) and over-shot the reset. These these things are apparently extremely delicate (can't set too tight or lose). It's just annoying to have to bring it in and pick it up again. Guys, if you don't want to pay $250+ for servicing every 5 years, avoid mechanical chronographs.

>>55657383
>>/his

>>55647257
>Buying a valjew 7750
I warned you faggots

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>>55658802
Eh, I got it used for $500 and the fuck up was by the watchmaker. I've never payed full price for a Swiss movement watch.

Best divers around $2,000?

>>55659848
33 Vostok Amphibias.

>>55659848
Casio MDV 106

>>55659848
just get 3-4 noob factory submariners and be ready for any occasion

>>55655553
Use warm soapy water and a brush, give it a good scrubbin.

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>>55655812
No Seiko diver for you, bitchwrist boy. Divers are for men with strong hands!

>>55656948
And you are not a slave to time, by having a phone that tells time in your pocket. Motherfucker, stop spreading it on thick.

>>55659848
used black bay, mm300

>>55658418
4r36, retard. And you do not recognize value/money. Stop posting.

>>55659909
Kek

>>55655716
It's not really that visible in normal light to be honest.

>>55656948
Fuck off you pretentious cunt.

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>>55656948

>>55661454
This.

How do I make my watch gain time, dial up, right? My 6R15 started to lose time even when not worn, about 3 seconds a day. Fuck.

>>55658589
>every 5 years
What? Is it different for chronos? I thought it was at least every 10 years.
>>55660178
But I'm not weak I swear.

When do wrists get out of the bitchwrist zone? What measurments are considered normal ?

>>55663319
7inch and higher is human male tier.

>>55663349
Fuck

>>55663319
17cm
>>55663349
>inch

>>55656815
Because it's yours and yours only.

>>55657578
It looks the most like a submariner.

>>55655703
My only peeve with the Oris and the Tudor, is the lack of a crown guard...Something about a diver not having a crown guard just triggers me.

>>55663713
Hidden crown > crown guard

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>>55663713
Get triggered cunt.

>>55654947
>>55655000
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Used-A-Watch-ORIS-John-Coltrane-01-733-7681-4084-Set-LS-Self-winding-black-J5T/191921215558

>>55663945
I agree.
But should the crown not be hidden..

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What can you tell me about Mühle-Glasshütte watches? I'm particurarly interested into the Teutonia II Tag/Datum model.

>>55663979
I don't have that kind of money.

>>55663284
At least your 6R15 is not losing 15 seconds a day.

What pisses me off is that this is just inside spec, so Massdrop refuses to do a warranty repair.

>>55663949
The original bond!

>>55665183
>>55665183
>>55665183
>>55665183