Wristwatches, watches and watch-like gadgets

[Virtual Blue]

I've still got it, I'm still to find something to replace it with. The lack of a date just annoys me too much for daily wear. My quest for a reasonably priced 1983 5513 has been a total failure so far.

Too specific to find a good deal..
eBay or put an ad on WUS forum. Still a stretch mind.
Why did you go for a date with the sub?
Does it have that cyclops date? Looks good on DJs but I can't decide if as good on a. Sub.
Still, they're fuckin iconic and cool as fuck.

I been looking at Omega PO in orange, 2010.
Thought it'll be cool to get one the exact age as my son...
Can get pretty good deals and are a good alternative to SMPs (a watch I nearly purchased (ceramic bezel version)but felt underwhelmed. The blue IMO was better but I'd never pay the full RRP for that).

Good luck with the search!

 

[editor]

A chronograph could do that too!!
It'll be more accurate and they often look cooler.

They can but a rotating bezel is a better visual guide IMO.

 

[Virtual Blue]

what a shame...
i've been looking for a durable super strong GMT watch to use on holidays.
something i can rely on to tell two time zones, a piece that could take knocks when i'm by the pool or on the beach.

this would had been an absolute amazing watch.

but why did they ruin the face? logos make it looks very childish.
i dunno, to me it's something some from EDL would wear (or someone who collects Swiss Army knives)..

 

[silverfish]

Just got myself a g-shock aviator off eBay for 90 quid

Looks nice, indestructible

But utterly baffling instructions as per usual

And no bezel

I'm such an absent minded and simple creature that I use bezels a lot to monitor time. Rather than remembering timings I just set the bezel

 

[editor]

what a shame...
i've been looking for a durable super strong GMT watch to use on holidays.
something i can rely on to tell two time zones, a piece that could take knocks when i'm by the pool or on the beach.

this would had been an absolute amazing watch.

but why did they ruin the face? logos make it looks very childish.
i dunno, to me it's something some from EDL would wear (or someone who collects Swiss Army knives)..

Now, if they stuck some chrono dials on that, changed the rotating bezel to have 0-60 increments and took off that silly logo, I'd buy it in an instant.

 

[editor]

Imagine trying to read the time off this after a few beers.

http://www.hauteliving.com/2013/07/greg-simonian-aviation-watches-take-flight/377996/

 

[editor]

I quite like the look of this one, but no numbers on the dial and no solar power means it's not for me (and the $450 price too!)

http://www.worldwatchreview.com/2013/06/04/wenger-seaforce-chronograph/

 

[Virtual Blue]

Imagine trying to read the time off this after a few beers.

http://www.hauteliving.com/2013/07/greg-simonian-aviation-watches-take-flight/377996/

am wondering...how the hell do you read the temp on that?

 

[Virtual Blue]

I quite like the look of this one, but no numbers on the dial and no solar power means it's not for me (and the $450 price too!)

http://www.worldwatchreview.com/2013/06/04/wenger-seaforce-chronograph/

Not a fan of Wenger - they remind me of Victorinox Watches, trying too hard to be stylish.
What's your fascination with solar watches? You fan of autos?
To me, there's something soulful about automatics - it's like a proper machine, a little time motor on the wrist.

Orient Mako.
Japanese company that are similar to Seiko in that their movements are all in-house.
And unlike certain Swiss brands their aim is make automatic watches accessible for everyone.
This particular model can be picked up from Amazon for about £100. It has the rotating bezel that you admire.

I personally like this one below but I can't have 'another' vintage diver in my collection.
Great looks....

 

[editor]

What's your fascination with solar watches?

I got pissed off having to send away watches to have a new battery fitted (and the unit resealed) - and auto watches usually cost a whole load more.

 

[Hassan I Sabha]

I have this watch, which is holding up nicely after 2 years of constant use. I like the fact that it is radio controlled and therefore always tells the correct time and date with zero interaction from me.

 

[Virtual Blue]

I have this watch, which is holding up nicely after 2 years of constant use. I like the fact that it is radio controlled and therefore always tells the correct time and date with zero interaction from me.

That particular Citizen series is as symbolic as the Seiko SKX series (except Seiko are automatics with their own movements).

Solid affordable watches - can't go wrong with either brand.

 

[Virtual Blue]

I got pissed off having to send away watches to have a new battery fitted (and the unit resealed) - and auto watches usually cost a whole load more.

Auto watches from Seiko in particular suits all pockets.

I like how they cater for all pockets and makes them so hard to categorise as a brand.
Grand Seikos are up there with your Omegas and Rolexes and down to their SKXs/ Seiko 5s that can be picked up around £100-150.

Disadvantage with automatics are the servicing costs.

Eventually, the oil will dry/ clog the internal mechanisms and can cost about £95 to service (every 3 to 5 years).

Battery/ Quartz powered watches are okay too.
They're more like computers, more accurate and different set of physics.
Cheaper to own for sure. Whatever suits your needs/ tastes!

 

[editor]

Eventually, the oil will dry/ clog the internal mechanisms and can cost about £95 to service (every 3 to 5 years).

Too racy for me!

 

[editor]

I have this watch, which is holding up nicely after 2 years of constant use. I like the fact that it is radio controlled and therefore always tells the correct time and date with zero interaction from me.

Now if that watch had numbers around its dial and a 0-60 bezel!

I've got this watch and while it ticks most of the boxes for me, the interface is really confusing - changing the alarm time is a real ordeal - and the lack of screw down crown meant that the dial was always getting knocked, so the watch wouldn't be showing the time. It pissed me off so much I've given up wearing it for now.

My old review: http://www.wirefresh.com/review-citizen-e-drive-bl5250-53l-watch/

 

[Orang Utan]

All these watches' extra features are over egging the pudding somewhat. You just need to know the fecking time ferchrissakes.
What's wrong with a sekonda or even a casio?
You're a mug if you spend more than 50 quid on a watch

 

[editor]

All these watches' extra features are over egging the pudding somewhat. You just need to know the fecking time ferchrissakes.
What's wrong with a sekonda or even a casio?
You're a mug if you spend more than 50 quid on a watch

Because your entire house and wardrobe is kitted out with items that just do the job, yes?

A good watch can bring pleasure to its wearer for years and I'd say that makes it worth a little investment.

 

[Orang Utan]

MUG

 

[editor]

MUG

Go troll off, sunshine.

 

[editor]

If I had vast pots of money, this is still probably the watch I'd buy. 'Tis a stunner.

 

[Gingerman]

My better half got me this for me birthday a few weeks ago,looks nice on me wrist

 

[Orang Utan]

They all scream I'VE GOT LOTS OF MONEY.
Wankers' watches

 

[Orang Utan]

My better half got me this for me birthday a few weeks ago,looks nice on me wrist

Like that one though

 

[editor]

They all scream I'VE GOT LOTS OF MONEY.
Wankers' watches

So anyone who spends more than £50 on a watch is a 'wanker' and a 'mug'? Have I got that right?

 

[Orang Utan]

So anyone who spends more than £50 on a watch is a 'wanker' and a 'mug'? Have I got that right?

Not really. It depends. But a lot of the pics above are of wankers' watches fersure. I just see this thread and think 'CALM DOWN, IT'S JUST A FUCKING WATCH!' watchgeeekery eeeuuucchh

 

[editor]

Not really. It depends. But a lot of the pics above are of wankers' watches fersure. I just see this thread and think 'CALM DOWN, IT'S JUST A FUCKING WATCH!' watchgeeekery eeeuuucchh

So you never stop to admire or appreciate the craftsmanship in some beautifully designed expensive items that you can never afford to buy?

 

[Orang Utan]

So you never stop to admire or appreciate the craftsmanship in some beautifully designed expensive items that you can never afford to buy?

I would be lying if I said no, but rarely.
I don't think those things are beautiful anyway.
I find futuristic looking red led digital watches from the 80s much more pleasing aesthetically.
All those analogue metal watches with rotating bezels and multiple dials just scream rich yachtsman wanker or James Bond wannabe

 

[Gingerman]

Me like....

 

[editor]

All those analogue metal watches with rotating bezels and multiple dials just scream rich yachtsman wanker or James Bond wannabe

So you've said. Repeatedly. Over a period of six months.
But now that you've made your point, perhaps you'd like to jog off so those with an interest in watches can continue to enjoy the discussion.

 

[Orang Utan]

I'd rather continue to present an alternative point of view until you all see sense