Post yer watch.

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Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:18:34 2013 No.6856439 [DELETED]

Post yer watch.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:33:32 2013 No.6856496 File: 380 KB, 1680x945, 2013-08-24 16.12.14_1680x945.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Second one.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:33:33 2013 No.6856491 File: 320 KB, 1680x945, 2013-08-24 14.43.55_1680x945.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Ok. First one.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:34:03 2013 No.6856499 File: 374 KB, 1680x945, 2013-08-24 19.26.42_1680x945.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Third one.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:35:03 2013 No.6856511 File: 1.52 MB, 2322x4128, 2013-08-27 17.29.44.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] getting this strap http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EJGZVK/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:35:33 2013 No.6856509 File: 391 KB, 1680x945, 2013-08-25 17.48.49_1680x945.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Fourth one.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:36:04 2013 No.6856518 File: 361 KB, 1680x945, 2013-08-25 17.50.02_1680x945.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Fifth one.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:36:04 2013 No.6856522 >>6856509 >>6856491 >>6856439 i can dig these for the most part not a fan of chrono but still looks nice, and the fourth one is nice except for the added numbers, I want a white face w/ leather so bad

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:37:04 2013 No.6856529 File: 1.76 MB, 3264x2448, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Why so much Delma? Never heard of it.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:37:32 2013 No.6856524 File: 310 KB, 1400x1050, 2013-04-26 13.32.21_1400x1050.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Sixth one.

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:39:02 2013 No.6856541

>>6856529
Of course you haven't. It's a small watch manufacturer in the town of Lengnau, in Switzerland and since I live nearby and have a friend that works there, I am able to buy their watches with 70%-80% discount.

Which means, I pay around 180 Swiss Francs for something that costs 1000 Swiss Francs retail.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:39:33 2013 No.6856538 File: 33 KB, 315x500, luminox tan.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I want this or the blacked out version

>>	tinfoil !!gVL0FyzPeMv Sat Sep 7 13:40:33 2013 No.6856542 File: 85 KB, 640x480, Photo on 2012-12-28 at 13.10.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] old photo but yes u know i stay B))))))

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:45:32 2013 No.6856579 >>6856491 >>6856496 >>6856499 >>6856509 >>6856511 >>6856518 >>6856524 >>6856499 >>6856496 >>6856496 >>6856496 >buying all these plebeian watches >not saving up to buy 1 actually nice watch

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:48:33 2013 No.6856595 >>6856579 b-but i'm a broke college student you dick (seiko guy)

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 13:51:33 2013 No.6856607

>>6856579
>>6856579

Says the guy that has no idea what he's talking about. I live in the city that makes all the fucking Swiss movements that your shitty Hamiltons and Co. use, even fucking Breitling, IWC and other luxury brands use ETA/Valjoux movements in their overpriced pieces of shit (you are only paying for the brand to be honest).

So, I decided that I will spend my money on something that has quality and isn't that expensive, that's why I have so many watches from the same brand.

See this >>6856496 one? It uses the same movement as the middle to high tier Breitlings and IWCs, I paid 1100 Swiss Francs for it, while it costs over 5k in retail.

I'm not an idiot that just buys for the brand, I buy for the stuff that is inside.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 14:08:02 2013 No.6856692 >>6856607 >I buy for the stuff that is inside. this is dumb as fuck. In the age of the internet you dont need accurate time keeping. you can get the time on your phone. A watch is a fashion statement.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 14:10:34 2013 No.6856703 >>6856542 why did u delete ur facebook?

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 14:14:03 2013 No.6856736

>>6856692
You really don't know much about watches do you? I don't use my watches because they look good or they are more accurate (automatic watches are actually less accurate than quartz ones, if you even know what that is). I like them because I think it is impressive to have X amount of moving parts, like gears springs and cogs, functioning 24/7 on a small package on my wrist. The engineering behind it impresses me.

It's like arguing with a guy that collects classic cars about how his Jaguar Type E is an outdated car. It's outdated, there are better, more modern cars out there, but someone that collects classic cars, does so because he loves all the stuff that is inside that car and underneath the hood.

Your cellphone is a piece of silicon, metal and plastic that will be thrown away within 1-2 years. Your watch can have a story behind it, be associated with years of memories, can be purchased to commemorate something, and can be passed on to your children or grandchildren one day. It's also one of the few accessories men can genuinely get away with wearing for a little bit of self-expression.

This is why I own mostly automatic watches and love their movements and the way they work.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 14:15:33 2013 No.6856739 >>6856692 It's "dumb as fuck" to use a watch as a "fashion statement", whatever this means for your little brain. If you don't need it/are willing to replace it with a friggin' smartphone, don't use it.

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 15:16:41 2013 No.6857101

>>6856739
>>6856736
>>6856692
watch just looks nice and is more convenient than pulling your smartphone out of your pocket. and i used to wear a lot of bracelets so now that I'm "grown-up" i enjoy wearing a wristwatch.

idk about "fashion" and insides, don't have enough money to buy a nice watch yet, and gaudy watches are lame, as well as fakes

you guys are both right in your own ways

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 15:42:41 2013 No.6857230 File: 88 KB, 1024x576, P1000314a.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Thinking of copping this. I've wanted one of these blue diveresque watches for a while.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 15:42:41 2013 No.6857232 File: 230 KB, 979x734, 2013-09-03 15.31.38.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 15:45:42 2013 No.6857252 Is it cool to pair myvelcros with a shitty Casio digital watch?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 15:53:13 2013 No.6857290 File: 236 KB, 979x734, 2013-09-07 12.42.40.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6857232

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 16:00:29 2013 No.6857324 File: 759 KB, 1600x1071, watches.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] sup

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 16:03:30 2013 No.6857339 >>6857232 >>6857290 >>6857324 gross what are you up to >>6857230 do it

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 16:05:30 2013 No.6857345 File: 86 KB, 640x480, alpinist.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	its a nice watch but the band fuckin blows Anonymous Sat Sep 7 17:53:51 2013 No.6858076 >>6857230

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 17:56:23 2013 No.6858094 >>6857324 And almost all of them look like shit. Sell everything except the Milgauss and Submariners.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 18:08:38 2013 No.6858178 >>6857324 Explorer 1 > Anything

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 18:56:10 2013 No.6858446 File: 71 KB, 600x600, 1375072584030.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Anyone know were I can locate pic related for its actual selling price? The importers, Seagull, mark them up 100%

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:00:09 2013 No.6858465 File: 35 KB, 382x511, breitling.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] hoping to get a camera in a few months

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:02:08 2013 No.6858482 File: 86 KB, 684x511, replica.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6856491 >>6856496 >>6856499 i really enjoy these watches.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:08:40 2013 No.6858504 File: 15 KB, 315x315, watc.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Have a black and a brown. No expensive watches because they'd get fucked up at work. Mmmm saving money feels good, man.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:10:09 2013 No.6858520 File: 26 KB, 450x420, mfw.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >mfw I have 6 inch wrists which look tiny as fuck @ 6', smaller than some girl's wrists, and the only watch that looks ok / small enough is a Casio F-91W

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:21:39 2013 No.6858591 File: 55 KB, 926x618, orientcapture.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] month old inexpensive, keeps great time, sapphire crystal

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:23:38 2013 No.6858606 >>6858591 How big is the face on that one?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:25:40 2013 No.6858624 >>6857290 what is that?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:29:09 2013 No.6858659 >>6858606 41mm

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:29:39 2013 No.6858653 >>6858520 get a swatch heaps of their stuff is in the 35mm range

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:30:09 2013 No.6858661 These are all boring as shit dad watches that nobody would give a fuck about. Get a Swatch, something with some actual vibrance and visual interest

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 19:30:09 2013 No.6858666 >>6858446 http://forums.watchuseek.com/f72/seagull-1963-reissue-available-seagull-hk-directly-420653.html

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:06:11 2013 No.6859579 File: 43 KB, 293x541, swatch psychedelia.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6858661 I have 5 swatches and they're good but they just feel cheap on the wrist This is the latest one I bought and while I love the design it just sits too small

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:08:42 2013 No.6859582 >>6857324 nice cat

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:54:43 2013 No.6859785
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>classic 80's design
>minimal
>clean lines
>isn't hard-strapped to your wrist so its never smelly or annoying to wear
>meshes perfectly with casual and buisness wear
>$30 bucks at any walmart

tell me again why you don't own this watch yet?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:57:43 2013 No.6859809 >>6859785 because its just a wannabe casio and costs around the same price?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:58:14 2013 No.6859819 File: 38 KB, 522x652, watch.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] we robust now.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 22:58:45 2013 No.6859817 >>6859809 this watch is better than a casio

>>	Mifune Sat Sep 7 23:03:13 2013 No.6859849 posted my watches enough time anyone have experience with G shock diving watches? Gonna start diving again and want something useful

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:05:13 2013 No.6859861 File: 123 KB, 478x850, IMG_20130907_221012_524.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] call the cops i don't give a fuck >>6859785 that looks pretty baller though

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:09:42 2013 No.6859884 File: 115 KB, 252x252, 1361102409550.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859817

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:13:43 2013 No.6859910 File: 408 KB, 250x250, 1348576272908.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859861

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:15:00 2013 No.6859928 File: 645 KB, 500x500, Devon.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] $15,000-21,000 Start saving now guys.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:18:00 2013 No.6859950 File: 1.96 MB, 400x225, 1378181644130.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859928 these style watches fucking kill me, I wana have dem soo bad

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:19:00 2013 No.6859955

>>6857290
I was literally about to set up my own thread asking people about their opinions of Vostok watches.

So, how do you like it? and would you reccommend one? I was planning on doing the same thing that you did ( replace the bracelet with a nylon band)

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:22:31 2013 No.6859972
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>>6859955
got mine recently and its fucking awesome, threw it on a nato as well. its quiet as fuck and the self-wind + hand-wind feature is really cool.

they are way underpriced for what you get
>pic related, it's me and my bitch

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:23:00 2013 No.6859978 File: 149 KB, 800x600, 1377258004243.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859950

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:24:30 2013 No.6859982 File: 108 KB, 277x291, 1377258143092.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859950 .

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:24:59 2013 No.6859990 >>6859884 try it! >inb4 i don't have 30 dollars to spend on a watch

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:30:31 2013 No.6860016 >>6859972 Dude that looks wicked where did you get yours at, as I can only find ones with plainish faces? (http://chistopolcity.com/))

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:34:30 2013 No.6860033
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>>6860016
thanks mate

only place to get a Vostok is the zenitar store on ebay. He's the go-to-guy for Vostoks, well respected in the community and has the biggest collection.

here's his products

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/zenitar/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

I almost bought this model but I'm happy with what I chose

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:35:30 2013 No.6860044 >>6860033 I appreciate the help comrade, I'm going to pick one up shortly!

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:38:31 2013 No.6860054

>>6856511
>I've got that watch too, I love it. But I also need to get a new strap, but it's because I wear mine to work where there's a moderate amount of physical activity and the nylon strap absorbs a bunch of sweat and it's gotten to the point where it smells badly if you hold it up to your nose.

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:41:32 2013 No.6860072 >>6860033 >slavshit in this thread I am seriously pleased Are the Komandirskie's water resistant at all or no? I wouldn't mind one for $50 but $85 for a 200-m resistant glorious Amphibia doesn't sound bad either.

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:44:29 2013 No.6860085
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>>6860072
>Komandirskie
not familiar with these, but I'm sure its listed somewhere if it WR or not

Can't go wrong with the amphibia, my only complaint is that the bezel spins smooth (i.e. no clicks) but for everything that it is for the price I haze zero regrets

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:46:31 2013 No.6860091 >>6860085 It says "waterproof" but how far? And my problem with Amphibia is that I would need to get a new strap. Probably paracord. but don't wanna fuck around with it more outta the box. Can anyone else chime in on this?

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:49:00 2013 No.6860106 File: 1.83 MB, 3264x2448, IMG_0740.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Oh, God, look at this! Motherfucking invisible watch! Old is broken.

Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:53:29 2013 No.6860126

>>6860091
the problem is not the problem, the problem is your attitude about the problem

changing bands is easy, buy a $9 NATO strap, use a safety pin to pull the old strap off and put the new one on.
just go on youtube for a how-to

and again I can't help with your WR question. If it says that, the minimum it would be is 3-BAR or 30 metres (fine for hand/face washing and rain but not really swimming/showering etc)

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:55:30 2013 No.6860136 File: 1.82 MB, 1836x3264, 2012-11-17_15-57-55_741.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] lol wut

>>	Anonymous Sat Sep 7 23:58:30 2013 No.6860152 >>6860126 OK I can do the NATO strap thing but some watches have proprietary bands. Hence not wanting to fuck with shit if it's wrong. Anyways if Amphibia is the way to go I'll do that despite appeal of Komandirskie.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:02:31 2013 No.6860178 is there much to worry about as far as size goes? are they typically one-size-fits-all ? when they say like 40mm, thats just the diameter of the clock i suppose?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:08:59 2013 No.6860211 File: 402 KB, 700x700, astounding.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6860136 >posts patek >doesn't expect people to do a reverse image search

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:09:30 2013 No.6860213

>>6860178
yes size matters, you should get something that fits your wrist.

>when they say size
this is the dial size, so watch face and bezel (case border) as well (but not including the crown).

if you want nitty gritty accuracy, certain watch styles are meant to be sized and fit differently on a wrist e.g. a dress watch is usually on the smaller end of the scale; 35mm to 39mm while a pilots watch with chrono sub dials can be anywhere from 40mm to 45mm

see >>6858591
thats mine, 41mm dial on my 17cm wrist (I'm a thin guy) - I couldn't go any bigger than that without looking autism

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:11:31 2013 No.6860224 >>6859785 >meshes perfectly with casual and buisness wear >buisness no it wouldn't

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:28:33 2013 No.6860303 >>6860211 lol find it then

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 00:35:07 2013 No.6860344 >>6860224 it's better than these other gimmicky watches with their zanny faces designed to appeal to children.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 02:23:28 2013 No.6860863 >>6860303 it's not that easy to find image of watches unless they've been posted a shit load of times. if you wanna prove you own a patek, show us your papers

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 02:27:29 2013 No.6860881 File: 46 KB, 600x600, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 02:55:30 2013 No.6860985

>>6858624
Vostok Neptune.

>>6859955
My four are all vintage, so naturally they're a bit of a gamble there. Two of them don't work 100% so I have to decide whether to sink more money into them or not. However with new ones they're a fantastic and cheap all around watch.

>>6860016
>>6860033
Another good seller is Meranom, they have their own website and sell some special pieces.

>>6860072
Vintage ones will likely no longer be water resistant unless you replace the rubber gaskets, but the new ones definitely are. Komandirskies are rated to about 100m, and Amphibians are 200m.

>>6860091
Everyone here hates paracord, apparently.

>>6860152
None of the standard Vostoks have proprietary bands/lugs like my Neptune above I had to cut a band for. Most of them take 18mm bands, and one Amphibian takes 22mm.
Some Amphibians actually have a Komandirskie dial instead, if that appeals to you. Most of the parts are interchangeable as well

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 03:08:22 2013 No.6861024 File: 306 KB, 776x777, 1376435794618.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6856579

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 04:47:11 2013 No.6861412 File: 136 KB, 1125x1500, 71wZBVEPWpL._SL1500_.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] One of my many Casios.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 04:54:42 2013 No.6861427 swatch irony body & soul with light brown leather wristband want to buy a hamilon ventura in the future but now i am just a poorfag

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 05:53:29 2013 No.6861622 File: 19 KB, 500x375, bWSEnJw.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 06:28:48 2013 No.6861736 File: 1.99 MB, 283x254, kJZnnvX.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6861412 I want exactly this, model number and where you bought it please? got any other photos of it you took?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 06:41:49 2013 No.6861779 File: 602 KB, 1296x968, casio B640WB.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6861736 found, buying, now to decide what colour - my favourite part... >probably green

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 07:33:17 2013 No.6861970 File: 43 B, 1x1, qm.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6861736 Thought about green too at first, then went for the red one fsr. Also have the full black one.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 07:38:47 2013 No.6861987 File: 6 KB, 206x156, lgm.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6861736 Thought about green too at first then went for the red one fsr. Also have the full black one.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 07:41:48 2013 No.6861994 >>6857324 hi

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:00:18 2013 No.6862044 >>6861987 how easy is all black to read? I imagine difficult in full bright light and low light?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:15:18 2013 No.6862078 >>6862044 >Illuminator

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:30:18 2013 No.6862103

Parents bought me a 3000 € watch for my 18th birthday(Didn't ask for it) and nearly 3 years later I still haven't worn the thing a single time. Back then I had no interest in fashion and now I think it doesn't fit my style.
I would sell but I think my parents would be disappointed.

>all the stuff I could buy with that money

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:35:19 2013 No.6862118 >>6862103 what is it post pics I lub watches

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:36:19 2013 No.6862120 File: 62 KB, 570x570, il_570xN.412247361_bmjv.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] > Bade > Handmade

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:37:19 2013 No.6862122 >>6862103 wouldnt your parents already be fucking disappointed in you for not wearing the clock a single time in 3 years anyhow?

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:44:48 2013 No.6862137
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>>6862118
It's this one. I'm not sure on the price/model to be honest, it's supposed to be some kind of limited edition.
>>6862122
They are, I guess, but it's kind of out of their minds.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:45:48 2013 No.6862140 >>6862137 looks tacky

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:46:48 2013 No.6862141 >>6862140 Excatly. That's why I'm not wearing it.

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:52:19 2013 No.6862153
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>>6862137
lmfao
you poor thing
sell that shit and get a real watch dude, or a car or something

as ugly as this is, you're lucky your folks picked a brand that will sell easily to the hordes of /fa/ggots not in the know bout watches

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 08:57:02 2013 No.6862167 >>6862153 I know man :(. My parents don't even have that terrible taste usually. How much could I get for that?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:02:30 2013 No.6862182 >>6862167 whatever they paid -30% probably, considering the condition would be as new

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:11:02 2013 No.6862219 Not enough Skagen on /fa/

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:12:02 2013 No.6862221 Let's say you could fly anywhere in the world to buy a watch. Where would you go?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:13:01 2013 No.6862225 File: 1.24 MB, 1840x3264, IMAG0276.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6862219 Phone didn't attach photo.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:15:31 2013 No.6862233 >>6862221 Uzbekistan what kind of question is that you fucking idiot Switzerland or Germany, no other options

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:33:32 2013 No.6862282 File: 108 KB, 500x750, tumblr_ms39fcv6d01qkd3i8o1_500.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6856439 Probably gonna get flamed for this...

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:40:32 2013 No.6862308 >>6862282 why? /fa/ is pro-casio, mostly...

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:45:33 2013 No.6862332 >>6862308 I've seen alot of hate lately :( :(

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:50:32 2013 No.6862348 >>6856439 Same watch as this

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:51:02 2013 No.6862356 >>6862282 why is it so far up your arm?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:53:33 2013 No.6862359 >>6856607 >buying a watch solely for its movement people aren't actually this autistic, are they?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 09:54:32 2013 No.6862361 File: 473 KB, 912x684, glashutte.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] 70's gold-plated glashutte automatic

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:00:32 2013 No.6862380 >>6862356 not me on the pic. i just have that watch

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:01:33 2013 No.6862383 File: 40 KB, 512x682, photobeamer.com.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6862361 and here it is with the strap

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:06:03 2013 No.6862402 File: 205 KB, 650x478, all you had to do was trash it.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >2013 + 1/2 >still wearing watches

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:08:02 2013 No.6862406 >>6862402 try harder

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:20:02 2013 No.6862444 File: 1.62 MB, 1840x3264, IMAG0193.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] 1 - dido's passed down to me, face is too big though.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 10:28:01 2013 No.6862468 File: 197 KB, 1200x819, D3S_7742-1200.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6856736 This is exactly the reason why I enjoy film over digital.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 11:57:11 2013 No.6862840 >>6857324 >such taste >sophistocated >wow >Rolix >thyme >wow

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:02:40 2013 No.6862855 File: 545 KB, 2592x1944, my watch (2).jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6862361 >>6862383 That shit is goddamn sexy man >my $40 watch

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:06:11 2013 No.6862879 >>6862402 It's 2013 + 251/365 you fucking ignorant cunt.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:06:40 2013 No.6862878 File: 1.56 MB, 1840x3264, IMAG0693.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What do I wear with a band like this? Got it for a gift bleh

Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:18:09 2013 No.6862932

>>6862137
Just pull them aside one day, either individually or together, and say something about how you genuinely appreciate the thought behind their gift, but that you'd rather pick something out for yourself as far as fashion goes. They will appreciate your honesty and will appreciate that YOU appreciate their feelings. This is not a big deal.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:21:11 2013 No.6862946 I've got $250 to spend on a watch to use for the next several years. Can I get anything decent for $250 or should I save for something better?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:26:11 2013 No.6862964 File: 923 KB, 1920x2560, 0908130923.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] my dad gave me it, I never wear it because I don't want it to get damaged.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:28:10 2013 No.6862968 File: 1.37 MB, 1944x2592, CAM00409.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 12:57:39 2013 No.6863109 >>6861779 how big is the face on those? pretty swag

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:02:10 2013 No.6863143 >>6862964 make it blurry so we can't see what kind it is on purpose?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:05:09 2013 No.6863173 >>6862878 eBay NATO strap

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:06:40 2013 No.6863178 >>6863143 nah, it wouldn't focus. its a swiss wenger, idk if thats a good thing

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:07:11 2013 No.6863191 >>6863178 Idk either. Id rock it

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:12:10 2013 No.6863210 File: 387 KB, 535x686, Screen Shot 2013-09-07 at 7.19.35 PM.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Cop? It's my first watch, and I don't want to buy anything over $60 since I've been spending way to much on way too many things.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:31:06 2013 No.6863298 >>6860213 What would you recommend for a 15 cm? I'm thinking of getting >>6863210 but it's Approx. Band Length: 240 mm Approx. Band Width: 20 mm Approx. Case Diameter: 44 mm

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:42:07 2013 No.6863348 >>6863298 44 mm is on the big side >>6862855 17.5 cm wrist here and the case diameter is ~36mm w/o crown

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 13:46:37 2013 No.6863369 File: 109 KB, 1125x1500, 61lz9NfpiIL._SL1500_.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6863109

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 14:26:40 2013 No.6863602 File: 98 KB, 600x800, 6-5007-04-007-horizontal-white-background.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I got these one for my b-day last year.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 16:16:34 2013 No.6864247 >>6862044 Low light is difficult at most angles, any more light and it's perfectly fine. Also the light up screen.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 20:01:21 2013 No.6865580 File: 1.33 MB, 3264x1836, IMG_20130714_155732.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] .25 carat diamond

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 20:55:42 2013 No.6866034 File: 348 KB, 1191x1684, guide.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6862946 250 will get you a solid watch that will last if you take care of it, but I dont know about decent here are some entry level automatics (no battery) watches to consider

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 20:58:57 2013 No.6866052 >>6863298 too big and it looks like the dial is made of cork? don't get anything bigger than 39mm, otherwise it will look bulky and crude Swatch have a big range of watches that look somewhat similar but theyre mostly plastic cases which is is ghey

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 20:59:56 2013 No.6866064 >>6863602 do you wear it? do you ever use the chrono function? do you know how to use the tachymetre? have you swam with it yet? post a real pic you ass

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 21:00:57 2013 No.6866070 >>6865580 are you from Saudia Arabia by any chance?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 21:02:31 2013 No.6866075 >>6862946 brands I would look at are Seiko Orient Swatch Nixon? Bullova Casio Citizen a $250 budget gets you more variety than you would think actually

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 21:14:57 2013 No.6866140 Any of you guys have a dope ass gold watch?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 21:46:26 2013 No.6866300 >>6866052 Dial is indeed made of cork.

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 23:43:19 2013 No.6867085 >>6866034 damn i like that kent wang. is the movement good? says its chinese, fuck would it be worth it?

>>	Anonymous Sun Sep 8 23:51:10 2013 No.6867135 File: 75 KB, 600x654, tissot_visodate.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >muh steeze

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 00:38:15 2013 No.6867437

I'm in the market for my first watch. It'd be nice if it were water resistant, if not water proof so I can wear it to work, but it's not necessary. Kinda want something that can be worn casually, but also nice enough to wear when I dress up a little bit to go to the club or something. Any recommendations?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 00:46:30 2013 No.6867479 File: 2.31 MB, 1840x3264, IMAG0319.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 00:55:02 2013 No.6867535 File: 130 KB, 466x561, new watch.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] alright. this is my next watch. thoughts? anyone have any experiences w/ it?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 00:58:32 2013 No.6867548 File: 84 KB, 612x816, up.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] In4jellybutthurt

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 01:00:31 2013 No.6867552 >>6867548 I dont see the appeal of divers. How much was it?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 01:05:01 2013 No.6867581 >>6867552 4 including a service

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 01:08:00 2013 No.6867593 >>6867548 daaaaaamn I prefer having a leather strap, though

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 01:12:01 2013 No.6867615 File: 119 KB, 1224x1632, 20130908_220847.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] no idea how this thing still ticks, been trying to find a Skagen 958XLSL that's actually in stock, any help?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 01:19:01 2013 No.6867664 File: 146 KB, 818x650, gyseq4l9494kmh3j58-8.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] my first automatic. i've been wearing it almost every day for about a year. i want something similar in a light face and brown leather next.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 04:00:45 2013 No.6868192 >>6867664 This is the best looking one ITT. How big is it?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 05:18:08 2013 No.6868460 >>6867085 fuck that go a german made Junkers (assuming you make no distinction between quartz/auto) http://www.longislandwatch.com/Junkers_Bauhaus_6070_5_German_Watch_p/6070-5.htm same design but better brand/build qaulity/price >$250

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 05:20:38 2013 No.6868469 File: 58 KB, 819x528, Tissot BLK-SILV1.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6867135 I prefer the LeLocle nearly bought one but decided to wait and get something nicer in a year or so

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 05:22:09 2013 No.6868473 >>6867548 congrats on owning the most ubiquitous and over hyped watch in the world!

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 05:24:08 2013 No.6868483 >>6867664 are those indices printed/painted on? shame if so. >also, this is your next watch http://www.longislandwatch.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=6050-5

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:01:47 2013 No.6868629 File: 964 KB, 2386x1791, BWAF.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6867085 >What is google? There are plenty of reviews for that particular watch. BWAF has some nice in-house stuff too.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:07:41 2013 No.6868647 >>6868629 dat sunburst dial hnng

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:11:41 2013 No.6868655 File: 86 KB, 500x332, seagull m177s.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6868647 moar?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:13:12 2013 No.6868659 File: 193 KB, 880x902, jlc movt.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6868655 you post dials I'll post movements

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:19:40 2013 No.6868668 File: 807 KB, 1200x1148, gruen_untouched.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6868659 I missed one just like this a couple weeks ago. I have little variety in tastes as you may be able to tell.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:24:12 2013 No.6868680 File: 108 KB, 627x584, IWC movt.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6868659

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:25:11 2013 No.6868684
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>>6868668
one of my favourite dial textures would be the Omega aquaterra, gorgeous.

this pic is my favourite movement of any watch

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 06:41:12 2013 No.6868742 File: 289 KB, 968x1296, bild.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] mer watch

>>	Mifune Mon Sep 9 07:50:40 2013 No.6868981 >>6868680 ahhh yeah, my baby. the 5001

>>	Mifune Mon Sep 9 07:52:40 2013 No.6868988 >>6868742 how much is it? i'm after a good diving watch. It's at least 20 bars right?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 07:56:40 2013 No.6869000 >>6868981 >>6868988 Oh god, I thought we lost ya. Feels so gud to see ya posting after bein away for a few monthes.

>>	Mifune Mon Sep 9 08:00:40 2013 No.6869013 >>6869000 TRIPS!!! I'm not around that much, too much going on with work at the moment. I've actually noticed a lot of fake posts claiming to be me... mostly asking ENA for nudes... lol...

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:09:04 2013 No.6869300 File: 194 KB, 1200x981, Montblanc chrono movt.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6869013 How do you into namefag? >cont. with movements

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:11:33 2013 No.6869313 File: 199 KB, 600x505, Zenith-EL-PRIMERO-Caliber-4043-2.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6869300

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:12:32 2013 No.6869319 File: 1.66 MB, 2448x3264, raketa.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Mine

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:20:03 2013 No.6869354 >>6869319 I like the face but the band width seems way off to me for some reason what size band is that? it looks too big for the watch

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:22:33 2013 No.6869362
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hey /fa/ I'm a poor student in slavic country and I want to order this from uk ebay, yes, I know I'm a pleb, but it's aesthetic, yes? i just want something inexpensive for everyday casual style

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:23:03 2013 No.6869369 >>6869319 I always afraid of unknown watch/china brands

>>	Mifune Mon Sep 9 09:24:03 2013 No.6869373 >>6869313 if only i could fuck with zenith... they just seem sooo... pleb

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:25:03 2013 No.6869379 >>6869354 I agree, always wanted to change the band but never came around to it >>6869369 do you even watch

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:28:03 2013 No.6869393 >>6869362 why buy a watch from a fashion designer? Buy a watch made by a watch maker ...

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:32:03 2013 No.6869408 >>6869393 what would you recommand, I have 100-150 euro buget, at least, what watch maker?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:34:05 2013 No.6869414 >>6869393 >>6869408 should mention that I'm a woman

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:43:32 2013 No.6869435 >>6869414 literally hundreds of options, I suggest doing some research on watchuseek forums, start here: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:46:03 2013 No.6869445

>>6869373
well, they are - as some put it - a '1 trick pony' brand

apart from the el primero their entire range is fairly garbage

>>6869408
if you like the style of that BOSS watch, check out Bulova, they do a lot of similar pieces

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_7?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=bulova%20womens%20watches&sprefix=Bulova+%2Caps%2C600

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:57:03 2013 No.6869474
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>>6869435
>>6869445
yes, I want exactly same watch, why should I care if it's made by BOSS? I didn't picked it for that, I want round, simple display, leather straps. Just, why shpuld I care who makes it, as long as it looks like someting I like and I can fit it in my buget?I'm not even a fan of Boss. I believe that this one is decent quality, will last for few years.

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 09:57:33 2013 No.6869472

>>6869435
>>6869408
>>6869393
if you listen to /fa/ you'll end up buying an ugly ass orient or seiko 5 with a mechanical movement just for the sake of buying a "real watch". it will keep ok time for about 5 years and then stop working and you'll have to pay a specialist another $150 for a cleaning and adjustment. does this sound like a good idea? yeah didn't think so.

buy a watch from a fashion designer and when it breaks buy a new one. if you want a "real watch" you should spend at least $1000 on an actual permanent watch that you won't feel bad about paying maintenance for. don't have $1000? yeah neither do a lot of the 17-20 year olds on /fa/. that's why they make stuff like fossil and skagen. keeps great time, looks pretty good, and doesn't cost a lot.

tl;dr ignore /fa/ when it comes to watch advice.

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 10:06:03 2013 No.6869505

>>6869472
>implying there are no affordable quarz's out there from watchmakers
Also first you say
> it will keep ok time for about 5 years and then stop working
then you say
>buy a watch from a fashion designer and when it breaks buy a new one
Well, if they're both at the same price point, what is your point exactly?
>>6869474
If you want that boss watch, go get it. I'm just saying that you can get a (qualitatively) better watch for the same price from an actual watch maker.
But if you're just in for the looks, go ahead

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 10:06:03 2013 No.6869506
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>>6869472
>buy a watch from a fashion designer and when it breaks buy a new one
how does this logic make more sense than buying a "real" auto/mechanical watch that when it is due for servicing in 5 years you could also just replace it brand new?

fossil and skagen aren't cheaper than seiko or orient in terms of build quality and life span

you work for fossil don't you, dickwad?

tl;dr ignore this dickwad

>contributor digharg

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 10:11:35 2013 No.6869515
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>>6869505
>implying the quartz movement in your $100 "real watchmaker quartz watch" isn't the exact same quartz movement in that skagen

Oh but people will care so much when they see your watch says Seiko and not Skagen, right? No, actually no one is impressed by either brand and there is no practical difference.

>Well, if they're both at the same price point, what is your point exactly?

One looks good and keeps quartz time. One looks like shit and keeps low end mechanical time.

If you can find a quartz watch by Orient or Seiko or Citizen that looks good, then by all means go for it. There certainly are a handful of ok looking ones. Problem is most of them make me want to stab my eyes out with chopsticks.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 10:12:03 2013 No.6869517 >>6869474 look lady, if you want to buy a boss watch, buy a boss watch. But don't ask for our opinion if you plan to argue it, we're not talking theories of evolution here - merely informed opinion on what makes a good watch.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 10:14:33 2013 No.6869524 >>6869517 >merely poorly informed opinion on what makes a good watch according to 17 year olds Fixed

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:01:03 2013 No.6869926 >>6867535 No thoughts on how this looks? Will it look weird with it just being a circle and no band spring holder/extension? Is 3 jewel movement acceptable?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:08:04 2013 No.6869951 File: 30 KB, 500x333, 41ny3-0YJsL.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:25:50 2013 No.6870012 >>6869951 >>6868483 Junkers are good watches?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:40:49 2013 No.6870072 File: 194 KB, 1280x853, ahci_image.3472253.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] if only ;_;

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:41:19 2013 No.6870078 File: 219 KB, 1280x853, ahci_image.3472288.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6870072

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 12:42:48 2013 No.6870080 File: 293 KB, 1280x853, ahci_image.3472328.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6870078

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 16:47:11 2013 No.6871332 >>6869926 Some thoughts by someone more knowledgeable please. I cant seem to find anything about 3 jeweled movements

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 16:52:40 2013 No.6871359 >>6857101 Her head is so huge and perfectly spherical

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 16:53:40 2013 No.6871367 >>6867535 >>6869926 >>6871332 Since you're such a whiny faggot, I'll reply in a few minutes.

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 17:12:17 2013 No.6871490
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>>6867535
>>6869926
>>6871332
It has nice minimalist/bauhaus styling but is rather absurdly priced at £280.00
Cadence has similar stuff at significantly less if you join their mailing list but a lot of it is out of stock.

Jewels are used to reduce friction. In theory, this improves the longevity of the watch but lots of vintage non-jewelled movements can still be found running quite well. pic related are the ones I'm currently working on.

Like most quartz watches, that watch would not be under the kind of constant stress that a watch with a sweeping hand would be but some having some jewels is not bad. Lots of vintage non-jewelled movements can still be found running quite well

If you look this up on wiki, jewels in watch movements were at one time something akin to dick-measuring contests amongst watch brands.

>Will it look weird with it just being a circle and no band spring holder/extension?
u wot m8
You mean to ask whether it will look weird without lugs, those things that stick out from the case that usually hold the strap? Whatever floats your boat.

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 17:31:09 2013 No.6871590
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>>6871490
yeah i guess they would just put more jewels even when they served no practical purpose other than existing.

I'm torn between the first two any thoughts?

and yeah i'm going to get the cadence cuz of the sale to see if i like the without lugs look.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 17:37:11 2013 No.6871621 >>6871490 thanks for the input. also having the traditional lugs would give more variety/options for changing straps right? would it be hard w/ the lugless design?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 17:53:41 2013 No.6871701 File: 41 KB, 357x475, Junkers Bauhaus Swiss Quartz Chronograph.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6870012 in their price range, yes

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 18:05:10 2013 No.6871784
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>>6869524
>hurr durr you are just a 17 year old
good one

I know why you're upset, it's because you felt as if you knew anything and everything about fashion, and then here comes along these watch nerds that open up to you this whole new plane god-tier accessories and it hurts you to think that its about more than whats aesthetically pleasing - and that what you think is aesthetically pleasing was wrong anyway - so you want to dismiss all this and stick to your guns - you're too jaded to learn something new.

cool man, if you want to wear a watch that's the same brand as your shoes and know nothing about it be our guest, we won't look down on you, much.

I don't come into your threads about suspenders telling you to buy a belt do I? Nope, so don't tell me to replace my Orient or my Seiko with a fag-tier fossil

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:01:16 2013 No.6872717 File: 1.07 MB, 2684x1510, 2013-09-09 17.43.52.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] How's the new strap look?

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:02:45 2013 No.6872721 [DELETED]

>>6871784
>god tier accessories
>a $100 orient

You have yet to explain why your ugly ass mechanical Orient is any better than a quartz Fossil in the same approximate price range. I've already given several reasons why it's objectively much worse. In addition, I've given you explicit reasons why the quartz offerings are basically indistinguishable on aesthetic grounds, on which the "fashion" watches usually win out.

Watch appreciation is fun and all but if you can't step back and look at things from an objective angle from time to time, you're no better than the people who buy Hugo Boss watches that you pretend are beneath you. I'm sorry this upsets you as I can see you feel strongly about your regurgitated advice, but you might want to try learning something about horology (and I don't mean regurgitated sound bites) before dishing out bad advice.

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:03:15 2013 No.6872734

>>6871784
>>6871784
>god tier accessories
>a $100 orient

You have yet to explain why your ugly ass mechanical Orient is any better than a quartz Fossil in the same approximate price range. I've already given several reasons why it's objectively much worse. In addition, I've given you explicit reasons why the low end quartz offerings from Orient/Seiko et al are basically indistinguishable from "fashion" watches except on aesthetic grounds, on which the "fashion" watches usually win out.

Watch appreciation is fun and all but if you can't step back and look at things from an objective angle from time to time, you're no better than the people who buy Hugo Boss watches that you pretend are beneath you. I'm sorry this upsets you as I can see you feel strongly about your regurgitated advice, but you might want to try learning something about horology (and I don't mean regurgitated sound bites) before dishing out bad advice.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:09:15 2013 No.6872763 >>6872734 nah dude you're wrong sorry

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:17:44 2013 No.6872815 File: 93 KB, 350x350, Structure Camel T957CA.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Thoughts?

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:18:14 2013 No.6872824 >>6872763 You can keep on stamping your feet and thoughtlessly repeating yourself, but it's not going to make you any more knowledgeable.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:25:14 2013 No.6872869 File: 1.01 MB, 2684x1510, 2013-09-09 17.20.32.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6872824 you can keep on pretending you're knowledgeable, I won't stop you

Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:30:02 2013 No.6872884
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http://en.argusdesmontres.com/images/2012/12/12/lon-2011-l2-sommaire-jpg_852400.jpg

Can't save new images on this computer but this is my watch.

Longines master collection, cost about $2500

Just kidding, mine's a replica I found smashed on the floor of a club and got fixed for $40. Looks very real though, kinetic, with a see-through back so you can see the mechanics.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:34:01 2013 No.6872898 >>6872869 You can keep on alternating between childish shitposting and repeating retarded "watch nerd" trivia you probably picked up from Sieg Heil, no one can stop you.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:37:31 2013 No.6872911 >>6872898 It's okay. We're all plebs here at /fa/

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:43:19 2013 No.6872944 >>6872911 and your hostility to knowledge will assure that things stay this way.

>>	Anonymous Mon Sep 9 22:48:48 2013 No.6872972 File: 44 KB, 250x250, cersei costanza.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6872944 >says the guy defending fossil watches have a nice day i'm out!

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 04:55:08 2013 No.6874539 >>6872898 Dude this is me >>6871784 this isn't me >>6872763, >>6872869, >>6872911, >>6872972 hope you enjoyed your little circlejerk though...

>>	Mifune Tue Sep 10 05:09:08 2013 No.6874564 File: 190 KB, 640x1136, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Wore the datejust today. Just chilling

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 05:11:38 2013 No.6874568 File: 245 KB, 2142x1790, sah hi rih now.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6872815 Yep that's a watch alright

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 05:13:08 2013 No.6874570 >>6874564 lol

>>	Mifune Tue Sep 10 05:27:08 2013 No.6874594 >>6874570 it's totally still broken, but at least it tells the time :D

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 07:03:12 2013 No.6874754 File: 46 KB, 1000x1000, Swatch redSunday.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] My first Swatch Simple, black, cheap, Swiss - fucking goes with everything

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 07:47:12 2013 No.6874884 I'm legitimately curious now. What's a good automatic for $100-$200? And why does /fa/ prefer autos over quartz in this price range just outta curiosity? Also I just bought >>6872869

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:12:58 2013 No.6874967 >>6874884 you're being too vague, automatic is not a style it's a mechanism. That's like asking whats a good petrol car for 1000-2000

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:18:00 2013 No.6874977

>>6874967

Sorry, I meant mechanical. Why does /fa/ prefer mechanical actions over quartz ones and why? And I do know mechanical actions exist for $100-$200 and some are good so I'm looking for recommendations. For $1k I'd get a Victorinox or something with at least a Swiss-made mechanism.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:26:15 2013 No.6875007 I have my dad's old seamaster but i think it looks like shit so i don't wear it.

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:26:45 2013 No.6875003

>>6874977
see >>6866034

also automatic and mechanical are to a degree interchangeable; they both don't use batteries but instead rely on mechanisms likes gears and leavers, the only difference is one winds itself using a rotary while the other needs to be hand wound by the owner

I'll let you figure out which is which

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:30:16 2013 No.6875019 >>6875003 Got the rest in the series? I'm getting a military commission this year want to buy something to celebrate probably in the $1.5k range. Was thinking Victorinox but hey if there' s something better.....

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:35:46 2013 No.6875029 >>6875019 Don't think its from a series What Victorinox were you looking at? I think your budget might be a little more than necessary

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:36:15 2013 No.6875033 >>6875019 check these out, lots of military/pilot styles at discounted prices http://www.longislandwatch.com/category_s/1861.htm?searching=Y&sort=2&cat=1861&show=12&page=1

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:38:46 2013 No.6875039 File: 37 KB, 372x500, Victorinox 241444 Mens Chrono Classic XLS Black.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6875019 get this, actually.

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:40:15 2013 No.6875046

>>6875029

There's an Airboss LE coming out in November with a titanium case which interested me due to the lighter weight/larger face ratio. Though I don't know if it comes with a black face... I know a regular airboss is like $700 (maybe $200 more for chronometer) so that would also be an option. The brand certainly has plenty of attractive models but would want the most watch for the buck available.

>>6875039
Damn looks nice and according to google is only $500.

Perhaps I'm missing brands? Are Viccy just a consumer-tier brand or is there shit good? Lebbit doesn't have them listed and watchuseek doesn't talk about them too much.

>>6875033
Nice I'll check it out.

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:50:45 2013 No.6875065

>>6875046
I don't know really, I feel like they're a trusted brand and they have a very robust style and (seemingly) quality build

Maybe a Hamilton Khaki is more up your alley style/price wise - they range from about 500-2500 and are a good brand

Here's a bunch on chrono24 (great for model/style browsing)

http://www.chrono24.com/en/search/index.htm?query=hamilton+khaki&suchen=Search&dosearch=true&searchexplain=false&resultview=list&goal_suggest=1

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:52:15 2013 No.6875069 >>6875065 Yeah tbh I think it's a safe bet. I'll get them when I have the cash. Until then it's Vostok Amphibia because atm poorfag. I'll probably buy a couple Amphibias and give them as Christmas gifts.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:57:45 2013 No.6875079 >>6875069 Cool beans, but seriously check out these Khakis, I'm starting to want one since browsing them

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 08:59:47 2013 No.6875089 File: 36 KB, 600x450, 565_1336152062_501605.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6856439 mine

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 09:01:15 2013 No.6875096 >>6875079 Which one do you find most attractive in them? There are certainly some I'm liking the look of but they're $1.5k and up usually. These been reviewed anywhere?

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 09:04:17 2013 No.6875102
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>>6875096
You will definitely find reviews somewhere, they're pretty popular.

I dig the fuck outa this one

http://www.chrono24.com/en/hamilton/khaki-field--id2356507.htm?id=2356507&picnum=10&tab=details

>>	Mifune Tue Sep 10 09:12:18 2013 No.6875121 >>6874884 In that price range i don't think it matters too much, quartz are king when it comes to keeping time....

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 09:18:49 2013 No.6875130 >>6875121 this. there's little to no point getting an auto until you're into the 500+ range. Otherwise your most certainly getting junk, and very rarely will they keep good time (Vostok amphibia are an exception to the rule, god bless dem commies)

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 09:18:49 2013 No.6875131

>>6874977
> Why does /fa/ prefer mechanical actions over quartz ones and why?

Because /fa/ read somewhere that mechanical is what "real watches" are made from and quartz is cheap garbage. They're blissfully unaware of the existence of high end quartz let alone the problems that come with mechanical movements, because their knowledge is based on a few recycled factoids that they picked up right here on /fa/.

>And I do know mechanical actions exist for $100-$200 and some are good so I'm looking for recommendations.

The mechanical movement you'll get in a $200 Seiko is no better than the mechanical movement you'd get in a $65 Seiko. Pretty much all sub-$600 Seikos are 7s26 powered. To the same point, pretty much all sub-$1000 watches are powered by either 72S6, 6R15, ETA 2824, or Orient 469 which is a slightly modified low grade Seiko movement from the 70s.

>For $1k I'd get a Victorinox or something with at least a Swiss-made mechanism.

You can get a Victorinox for far less. For your purposes just get a Fossil or a Skagen or something that you find aesthetically acceptable. The only reason to get a mechanical is if there's something about mechanical watches that you find inherently attractive, and based on your lack of research you don't seem interested enough to justify the compromises. If you do want one, just get the cheapest possible example from a Japanese brand unless you honestly think that $200 Seiko is pretty enough to waste the extra money on.

Mifune Tue Sep 10 10:50:08 2013 No.6875380

>>6875131
the 1000 dollar range opens you up to a lot more selection... but as the poster i quoted says, you're gonna be limited to the same few movements, some might be modified by the watch houses...

If you want in house movement... which is what the whole snobbery is really about... you're gonna have to dig pretty deep into your pockets... not necesarily because the craftsmanship is better, but because the companies know how to market and squeeze more money out of constumers.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 10:58:40 2013 No.6875410 Im gonna get the Junkers 6050-5 white face. Good idea?

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 11:05:41 2013 No.6875428 >>6875410 you had me at Junkers Love everything about that brand and their catalog

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:12:41 2013 No.6875604

>>6875380
So for $1.5 there's going to be in-house movements. What is a good recommendation? And the dude asking about Victorinox: I know you can get Quartz for less but actual in-house actions start at $600+ or so.

Also I'm getting a Vostok Amphibia. In-house 32 jewel movement for $85 shipped and $10 NATO strap. Bam.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:16:39 2013 No.6875620 >>6875604 Correction: Looks like you were right about most using ETA 2824 actions. Are there any in-house Swiss actions to be had for about $1-1.5k?

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:17:08 2013 No.6875624 >>6856509 I think your wrist is too small for that face.

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:18:08 2013 No.6875625

>>6874884
>And why does /fa/ prefer autos over quartz in this price range just outta curiosity?

Because they are euphoric classy gentlemen. In reality, mechanical watches in that price range are 30$ mass produced bulk no matter if they are Swiss or Chinese, if someone finds "soul" (most common reasoning for mechanical watches) in that I can't but wonder how.

I'd just stick with quartz in price range under say 1-2k. It's objectively better in every way imaginable (except maybe bit harder to flip, but quartz has their WIS fanbase if you look for it), and has just as much "soul" as the bulk mechanicals that share the price range.

Once you get to the hand-finished inhouse stuff I can understand the appreciation for mechanical.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:19:10 2013 No.6875633 >>6875625 Ah I see. So it's $2k plus for your hand-finished in house shit eh? Crazy. So what's an awesome Quartz for $1000?

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:20:39 2013 No.6875637 >>6875428 K good. Just was worried about the domes hesalite crystal looking weird. Would like to check out irl but I think im just gonna go for it

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:22:45 2013 No.6875646 >>6875633 2nd hand Aqua Terra quartz @36mm is fine looking watch and propably the most versatile design I can think of. You can also find Grand Seikos for around 1k.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 12:24:47 2013 No.6875656 >>6875637 *domed

>>	CH∆RL∆T∆N !!331ccN+/IXa Tue Sep 10 12:46:46 2013 No.6875727 File: 69 KB, 640x426, Fotografi den 10-09-13 kl. 18.43.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Omega speedmaster form 69' with leather strap. i also have a tetris watch

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 17:02:36 2013 No.6877008

>>6875633

the Seiko 8f32/8f56 family is quite accurate for its price class. bulova also has a line whose name escapes me at the moment, it's ugly even by the standards of the 8f powered Seiko's but it may have better warranty support depending on your home market. the guy suggesting grand Seiko on a $1k budget is probably including the used/vintage market which also substantially improves your access to, as the other guy put it, watches with "soul".

citizen has a line called exceed, whose performance will resemble the aforementioned Seiko and bulova models but for a little over $1k. you may prefer the aesthetics of those.

the true God tier quartz stuff is going to start in the $4k range.

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 20:20:52 2013 No.6878169

>>6875637
Graf Zeppelin is Junker's daughter brand
One of the similar models to yours got a really good review on worn and wound

http://wornandwound.com/2012/04/13/graf-zeppelin-hindenburg-lz129-ref-7060/

he praises the domed hessalite, says its a fantastic throw back to vintage pieces of the era that its a homage to

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 20:24:23 2013 No.6878189

>>6878169
>saving you the trouble

"The domed Hesalite crystal is one of my favorite design features of the watch. It spans 38mm, making it run the case almost edge-to-edge, and it stands off the watch just over 2mm, giving it a lot of presence. Not only does the crystal have the right aesthetic for the period of this watch, it acts as a vitrine for the dial, presenting the information within. Practically speaking, it also has great optical clarity when viewed at most angles and low glare. Though the Hesalite, which is acrylic, presents a higher potential for scratching, I don’t think it cheapens the watch at all. In fact, like with my Helson Skin Diver, I believe it adds value to the watch by being so aesthetically well matched. It is also easy to buff shallow scratches from daily wear with some polywatch."

Anonymous Tue Sep 10 21:06:57 2013 No.6878394
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>>6875046
I think you might be thinking of Swiss Legend as being the bad ones with the swiss army symbol on them

Mifune Tue Sep 10 21:21:28 2013 No.6878441

>>6875620
not with the houses that i'm aware of.

Unless you're talking Tissot or Longines with their entry levels... a tissot auto can be had for about 400-500 new, it'll have an ETA movement but since they're all owned by parent company SWATCH... it kinds counts as in house in that regard haha

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 21:23:30 2013 No.6878448 >>6856439 I have never seen someone < 30 pull off a watch. Every single person I've seen wearing a watch in this demographic just looks like a tryhard. They are worse than peacoats. They are on par with cheap leather jackets. No, this is not bait.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 21:24:27 2013 No.6878453 >>6878169 Yeah I do like that zeppelin, but leaning towarda the junkers cuz the movement is better I think

>>	Mifune Tue Sep 10 21:26:57 2013 No.6878465 >>6878448 >>No, this is not bait. you're right, it's just downright stupid.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 22:02:17 2013 No.6878647 >>6859785 Nobody over 13 buys digital watches.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 22:15:51 2013 No.6878719 The cheapest Casio there is, I think it was $8.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 22:16:19 2013 No.6878724 File: 204 KB, 640x960, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6878719

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 22:17:50 2013 No.6878729 >>6875727 Too bad your wrist is too small for it.

>>	Anonymous Tue Sep 10 22:20:21 2013 No.6878745 >>6878647 I have a Casio for working on a bar/being outdoors in a casual setting/hiking Saving for a Stowa Marine for fancy, but digital watches have their uses

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 00:02:53 2013 No.6879318 File: 27 KB, 1472x800, squat.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] what are you a secret agent? LOL

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:11:11 2013 No.6880091 File: 1.78 MB, 1936x2592, k.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] So this is my cheap watch I got from the mall.

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:15:39 2013 No.6880103 >>6880091 i like it it but you should paint a yellow smiley face on it

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:19:40 2013 No.6880127 >>6880103 what why

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:21:40 2013 No.6880138 >>6880127 why not be happy

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:26:12 2013 No.6880162 >>6880138 watches don't have emotions

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:30:42 2013 No.6880174 >>6880162 says you... and it would be a reminder for yurself

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:34:26 2013 No.6880191 >>6880174 eh I dont need a reminder

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:38:56 2013 No.6880203 >>6880191 sounds like ya do

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:43:55 2013 No.6880215 >>6880203 y

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:46:25 2013 No.6880226 >>6880215 do you need a hug?

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 03:58:58 2013 No.6880265 >>6880226 no

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 04:09:44 2013 No.6880288 File: 30 KB, 567x567, 99952920_v_1355944955.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 04:13:43 2013 No.6880297 File: 1.26 MB, 3264x2448, IMG_20130911_101200.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Here's mine.

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 04:18:13 2013 No.6880320 >>6880297 Ohhh.. It's the same thread... Well... here's my first post in the thread: >>6863602

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 06:03:21 2013 No.6880580 >>6878453 Yeah I wasn't trying to sway you toward a zeppelin, just thought I'd reference a positive note about the hessalite dome which you seemed concerned about

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 06:07:52 2013 No.6880595 >>6880297 whats the alarm like? >>6880288 day subdials are fucking stupid as fuck

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 11:09:58 2013 No.6881515 >>6858591 can you link to this/give me a name?

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 14:10:02 2013 No.6882281 >>6857324 You seem like a guy that has a lot of money, but nothing to say. Kind of like gucci suits and audis

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 14:16:02 2013 No.6882313 >>6882281 You seem like a bitter jelly poorfag.

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 14:26:02 2013 No.6882362 >>6882313 Yeah I'm a little jelly, wish I had a budget that big. but I wouldn't spend it all on rolexes

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 19:06:54 2013 No.6883949 File: 27 KB, 571x460, 1372862462153.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6882281 >being rich enough to buy what you want means you are uninteresting and bland Keep telling yourself that my euphoric friend.

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 19:09:25 2013 No.6883960 File: 199 KB, 1000x750, watchout.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google]

Anonymous Wed Sep 11 19:11:55 2013 No.6883969

>>6882281
>audis
What? Audis are cool as shit. They're literally designed specifically to look awesome, since that's the only way they can legitimately compete with Mercedes and BMW. I'd cop a used one if I weren't a recent college grad. The upkeep on them is fucking insane though, (expensive and uncommon parts, finding mechanics, paying the dealership if you can't find a mechanic, etc.) so I went with an Accord.

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 19:12:56 2013 No.6883974 so, where do I get cheap watches ?

>>	tomato Wed Sep 11 19:19:54 2013 No.6884002 File: 2.35 MB, 2025x2018, just milking my tomato.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6883960 "does your milk taste sour? check the expiration date yah dummy!" - Doctor Steve Brule fer yur helth

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 20:40:19 2013 No.6884446 >>6883949 No, I meant that it's completely unoriginal and cliché

>>	aitch Wed Sep 11 21:05:51 2013 No.6884597 >>6883960 that watch is breathtaking, my friend. 10/10

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 21:24:37 2013 No.6884700 >>6883974 Ur mom

>>	yungmean2002 Wed Sep 11 21:31:10 2013 No.6884738 File: 759 KB, 285x171, 1377958491599.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6884002 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYKY2RvPcPw

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 21:41:08 2013 No.6884796 >>6856736 I like you very much, you tell things in a nice way

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:12:57 2013 No.6884942 File: 7 KB, 220x220, rolex.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6859972 Woah thats fucking awesome! Where and how much? Also this is the rolex I want when Im rich

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:16:59 2013 No.6884963 File: 54 KB, 500x375, 948324.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Gonna cop one of these

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:24:26 2013 No.6885001 >>6867664 Gonna have to say. One of the top ones on here. Saved

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:24:57 2013 No.6885012 >>6868655 Beautiful

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:34:17 2013 No.6885064 >>6884942 Ebay "Vostok", $50-100 or something. >Rolex wat

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 22:37:17 2013 No.6885079 >>6871490 You're working on a timex watch? Is that mechanical or quartz? (do quartz have that muchmoving parts?)

Anonymous Wed Sep 11 23:02:24 2013 No.6885247

>>6877008
I have two questions on my mind right now reading this thread and you seem able to explain what you think quite well:
First, what makes a quartz watch god-tier? If the god-tier starts around $4k, what does the cheaper watches have that makes them inferior? (quality material, better movement, more accurate time keeping?)
Secondly, where to buy and how to know what we are buying on the used market, and how to know what is a fair price for a given watch? On the used market, are quartz better than mechanical? It seems like a nice way to find a good looking watch from a real watchmaker for cheap, but then again, how to separate the real ones from the fakes?
Lastly, not a question but more of a disclaimer: I have to admit I'm a mechanical fan (not because of /fa/ rants but because of a lifelong addiction to everything automated, small and precise (I quite love pistols too for them being able to withstand an explosion everytime they are "used" and used that energy to eject the cartridge and load a new one, with so many different mecanism too))

>>	Anonymous Wed Sep 11 23:07:23 2013 No.6885275 File: 87 KB, 568x676, audemare.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>6885064 Thanks And yeah I have a few dozen watch pics, got them mixed up.

Anonymous Thu Sep 12 00:02:36 2013 No.6885511

>>6885012
If Chinese isn't to your liking, Seiko has a similar one: SNK131K. But I sort of appreciate the heritage I share with something like Seagull, even if my family isn't even from anywhere near Tianjin.

>>6885079
Mechanicals. The topmost two I repaired in the past few days. The women's watch is a friend's who wanted me to check it out but there's nothing wrong with it. The watch marked "SELF-WIND" is likely the oldest of them all, as the back still reads "US TIME CORPORATION" and the dial reads "MADE IN THE USA". I thought I repaired it, but the timing is too sporadic and I can't get it open again. The diver is the most fucked of them all thanks to a broken balance staff pivot. Roland Ranfft covers this very well, if you're interested:

http://www.ranfft.de/uhr/info-unruh-e.html

And finally, I made a big-ass fucking mistake of not doing my research before taking apart that "Versace"-dialed one: the manual clearly states "Do NOT lift the rotor; slide it off." I broke a pawl finger in the process.

If you're interested in how I've been learning all of this, almost all the old service manuals for Vintage Timex watches can be found at the Vintage Timex Forum.

>>	Anonymous Thu Sep 12 03:04:47 2013 No.6886245 File: 1.96 MB, 2448x3264, 2013-09-12 02.46.19.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Am I bummy /fa/?

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