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7144416 No.7144416[DELETED]  [Reply] [Original]

What is the most amount of money you have bought a watch for? And why should you pay $10,000s of dollars for a watch instead of a replica if you just like the look and the feeling and know it's not going to impress anybody?

>> No.7144419

i think people delve so far into watches that they forget that watches read time and a $5 watch can read the same time as a $10000 watch because whens the last time you actually cared for the altitude or some other random watch bullshit
i realise its for the look and build quality and etc but if you're not rich why buy things only rich people can afford

>> No.7144440

>>7144416
>replica
>have the same look and feeling as the watch

>> No.7144456

>>7144440
about the same if you have never owned a $10,000 watch*

>> No.7144459

How much should you pay for a way in relation to the price of your suit, shoes, etc?

>> No.7144461

About 2,000. I was in vegas and i wasn't really thinking straight. To much drinking and just not giving a fuck I blew like like 10,000 in that vegas trip in total. I haven't worn it since i came back from vegas. There's just no way i can sport this watch where i live without looking like a fucking idiot or getting robbed.

>> No.7144466

it's a bit embarrassing to run around with shit like that when you're just a normal person. too bad

>> No.7144471

i would spend that much for designer cloths but not for a fucking watch

>> No.7144490

>>7144471

Exactly, me too. Can anyone actually justify the spending?

>> No.7144491

>>7144471
Why? What's the difference? In both cases you're paying for build quality, materials, and so forth when a cheaper alternative could keep you warm and covered/tell the time just as well.

>> No.7144493

>>7144461
which watch?

>> No.7144525
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>>7144493
Pics make it look kind of shittier though. It looks better in person but still. I have no desire to wear this shit. I would have prefered if i got one that wasn't a skeleton though. Or better yet not have bought anything at all.

>> No.7144536

>>7144525
$2000 dollar Accutron Bulova

you dun goofed. christ why blow that dosh on a brand sold by kmart

>> No.7144542

>>7144525
What??? $2000??

>> No.7144544

What is the price of a Man on The Moon? Isn't it $2000ish?

>> No.7144566
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7144566

Helson Shark Diver.

Is it effay?

>> No.7144587

>>7144566
Shit, that watch looks sturdy as fuck

>> No.7144617

>>7144566

It's not effay, it looks like a Rolex submariner and has a gay ass bracelet.

>> No.7144637

>>7144587
It is, apparently. The guys who make them wanted to offer a high-quality, bulletproof dive watch that updated the design principles of old classics like the Submariner and didn't cost the earth. Water resistant to 2000 meters and available in aluminium and stainless steal, or titanium. They offer a variety of movements too.

>> No.7144643

>>7144637
>Steal

Hurr durr, I'm fucking retarded.

Steel. STEEL.

>> No.7144820
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>>7144416
Only buy a replica watch using replica printed money. Never buy retail cuz retail is for suckers. Buy one that's never out of style and you'll get your moneys back.

The most I've ever spent is $200+ on a impulse bought Citizen Automatic which is never worn. I'd keep my Seiko 5 SNKL15 until I have the dosh for a proper Tudor or Rolex Oyster.

>> No.7144839

>>7144820
You're a smart lad.

Also, the bezel on that Tudor diver looks like shit.

>> No.7144890

Why do you guys wear watches? Every single appliance tells the time, so do cell phones, clocks, car dashboards, computers, Mp3 players, etc. A watch is an unnecessary accessory. Definitely not /fa/.

>> No.7144895

>>7144525
..I'll take it.

>> No.7144900
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>>7144890

You don't wear a watch to tell the time.

>> No.7144909

>>7144900
Yeah, that looks gaudy and unnecessary.

>> No.7144914

>>7144909
The best part is, it's not even metal it's ceramic.

>> No.7144925
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7144925

Good looking watches that look similar (read: not identical) to this pricey thing?

Looking to spend no more than 400

>> No.7144935
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>>7144890
No one only wears watches to tell the time. The time on your phone or microwave is more accurate than a rolex or whatever other mechanical watch you like.

Personally I wear one because I'm OCD about timekeeping and I just appreciate wearing a nice watch. It's also a slightly more subtle way to check the time compared to pulling you phone out.

>> No.7144954

>>7144935
Sometimes I think it's the only way to bling yourself out (if you're a guy). A nice watch on your wrist looks better than a necklace or an earring.

I see watches as an accessory that just so happens to tell the time.

>> No.7144956

>>7144935

The time on my microwave hasn't been reset in at least a year. I reset my rolex every week or two while I'm winding it.

>> No.7144963

>>7144956
>Rolex

>> No.7144967

>>7144963

u mad

>> No.7144970

>>7144967

u pleb

>> No.7144971

>>7144956
Rolex watches are douchey. Microwaves aren't douchey. You should wear a microwave on your wrist.

Watches look like shit. Never wear a watch. Watches are accessories for autistic manchildren. Watches are testament to the poor fashion sense of the wearer. Again, watches look like shit. Never wear a watch.

>> No.7144976
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>>7144954
Yeah I think a watch is the only widely accepted form of male jewellery. Apart from maybe cuff-links as well.

I also never understood why people always like to question the function of wearing a watch. No one asks why people wear RO geos when they could just wear cheap and comfy vans that perform exactly the same function.

>> No.7144979

>>7144970

says the guy with a raketa making tin can noises every time his wrist moves

>> No.7144980

>>7144967
You blasted little shit! I make twice as much cash in a week than you make in a year! You terrible, sniveling cunt!

>> No.7144982

>>7144967
What model? The only reason I would get a Rolex, because let's be who doesn't want one, is if I became wealthy, it's really only a sign of status.

>> No.7144990

>>7144982

4444

>> No.7144999

>>7144990
Okay, it's one of the older models, less blingy but I like it. Not sure I would cope out 2 grand for it. What do you wear it with?

>> No.7145008

Can anyone recommend me some good guides on purchasing watches? Good brands, what to look out for, etc. I'm looking to spend around $950 on a watch.

>> No.7145016

>>7144976
Spot on. Aside from the accessory function. A watch is a great tool, aside from time telling.

Did you know that watches can be used as compasses? Or how about:
>signal reflector
>fire starter, using the crystal
>fishing lure-- using wrist band bits
>as a weapon-- kinda like brass knuckles

I actually used my Seiko diver as a compass, when I hiking trip in Canada went bad.

>> No.7145014

>>7145008
What kind of watch are you looking for? Something flashy? Leather band, cloth band, gold, silver, mechanical.. ect? Basically what aesthetic style are you looking to accomplish with the watch.

>> No.7145015

>>7144999

a pigskin strap or one of various nylon bands. looking at a cordovan strap so I can dress it up sometimes, but I haven't found one I like yet.

>> No.7145019
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>> No.7145029

>>7144416
If you've been conned into using the euphemism "replica" instead of "fake" it's likely you'll never understand the answer.

>> No.7145032

>>7145014
Something suitable for the office. Nothing flashy, just subtly tasteful. Silver/steel coloration.

>> No.7145038

>>7145032
How's this? http://www.stuhrling.com/Mens/Classic/Cuvette/140A.01.html

>> No.7145046

>>7145016
>hiking trip
>wear Seiko diver

Tryhard detected

>> No.7145197

/fa/ggots, you don't know shit about watches

>> No.7145199

>>7145016
Someone needs to make some kind of awesomely functional diver's watch that's like Rambo's knife. Hollow links in the strap containing needle and thread, some small fishing hooks, etc.

Mite b cool.

>> No.7145201
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7145201

$3800 on this Tudor Blue Heritage Chrono. It was my birthday a few days ago so I felt like spoiling myself.

>> No.7145205

>>7145197
I guess you own a Patek Phillipe, or maybe even an Audemars Piguet, or a Vacheron Constantin. Please show me your expensive timepiece, you uppity faggot.

>> No.7145214

>>7145199
I replaced the bracelet for a NATO strap, with which I attached a piece of flint to it.

>> No.7145246

>>7145008

Look into brands like Victorinox, Hamilton, or Tissot. You'll find some nice pieces under $950. If you want to save even more money but still have something sturdy and reliable, you can never go wrong with Seiko or Citizen.

>> No.7145261

>>7145199
sounds like something a /v/irgin/g/entleman would wear

>> No.7145334
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7145334

>>7144925
Any of these interest you?

Invicta 8926
Citizen Promaster
Seiko SKX007
Seiko SUMO
Steinhart Ocean
Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview
Tissot Seastar
Crepas Cayman

Go for the Hamilton if you can afford it.

>> No.7145347

>>7145334
Why yes, yes they are. Thanks anon~

>> No.7145362

>>7145334
>Invicta

Stay away. Stay far away.

>> No.7145415

>>7145362
>8926
>not a good Sub homage

Most of their lineup is bs I agree but not that

>> No.7145453

>>7144525
I'll give you $700 and some belly button lint for it.

>> No.7145561
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How's this?

>> No.7145649

>>7145561

Goes great with the Joseph A Banks suit.

>> No.7145692

>>7145649
A-Are you mocking me?

>> No.7145701

This was funny:
>>7145649

But really, though, the Hamilton is fine.