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NeoGAF Timepiece Thread Of Fine Wristwatches
- Thread starter OnkelC
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Spring Drive
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So as a follow up to my post before, I decided to go with the blue seiko 5 flieger and added and aftermarket bracelet. The other options I posted seemed to be a bit too dressy. Really like how it ended up.
I think it looks weird with a bracelet
Lamel
Banned
Yeah I know its unusual to have a flieger with a bracelet but I think the blue dial is complemented by the silver really well (looks nicer in person). I'll see how it wears for a couple weeks.
The other option was a brown leather strap but I couldn't find one I really liked at a reasonable price + during the summer that shit starts to stick.
Are they metal bracelet straps? I am after something with a leather or PU strap.
Lamel
Banned
You could always get an aftermarket strap to your liking. The seiko's suggested to you do look nicer than the ingersoll's you posted imo.
So as a follow up to my post before, I decided to go with the blue seiko 5 flieger and added and aftermarket bracelet. The other options I posted seemed to be a bit too dressy. Really like how it ended up.
I think it looks fine with a bracelet, it's just the endlink that's a bit off. With the proper curved endlink it'll flow better.
If you want that stock Seiko bracelet that goes with your model you can buy it here: http://www.chronograph.com/store/mli_viewItem.asp?idproduct=1517
Lamel
Banned
I actually have end links to make it flow smoother, but I need to file them down a bit to put them on. Will do it eventually I am just lazy for now heh.
And thanks for the link! I'll mull on it.
SNDG57P2. Not the most catchy model name.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B013XKP51C/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Otherwise go for a citizen Eco drive chrono. Here's a not expensive one that's easy to change straps on.
SNDG57P2. Not the most catchy model name.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B013XKP51C/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Otherwise go for a citizen Eco drive chrono. Here's a not expensive one that's easy to change straps on.
Nice, thanks!
I like the look of this watch. Looking around it seems to also exists in a nice looking blue version. The only problem I have is the case diameter of 46mm which is probably too big for my wrist. Could you take a photo of it once you're wearing it?Sorry for the double post.
In the end I went for this, I just liked the simplicity of it, plus its got a Citizen-Miyota 8215 movement which is supposed to be pretty decent.
Lamel
Banned
Been really tempted to get a diver's watch recently but it just isn't in the budget. I knew I would get hooked on automatics once I started looking into it. Oh well, after my summer job I should have some extra cash, gonna decide between a Seiko SKX007 or an Orient Ray II. But for now I wait.
If you don't mind the open heart, you might like this one at 42mm. This is the blue version but there are two other color options.
http://orientwatchusa.com/db0c004d
Out of stock here but can be found elsewhere like eBay for a cheaper.
I actually bought this very watch for a friend of mine. We'll see if she likes it otherwise I'll be flipping it.
I only have one watch, that I got in highschool:
So I feel it is about time to get something new, but I don't have that big of a budget these coming months. Is around 250 USD enough to get a nice automatic watch or will I just be throwing the money away buying automatic at that price range?
So I feel it is about time to get something new, but I don't have that big of a budget these coming months. Is around 250 USD enough to get a nice automatic watch or will I just be throwing the money away buying automatic at that price range?
sixteen-bit
Member
You could get a decent Seiko, Orient, or Citizen automatic in that price range. Definitely not throwing money away.
Any recommendations from these brands? I would prefer one with a leather strap this time around
Thank you in advance.Any recommendations from these brands? I would prefer one with a leather strap this time around
Did you have a preference as to what type of watch you wanted? Dress, diver, etc ?
More of a dress watch, but one that can be used with most clothes. I like the clean looks of some of the watches that has been shown here. They have been way to expensive though :x
I'm somewhat partial to Orient as it was my first automatic watch, but it has been nothing short of being very good for it's price.
My brother has the sun and moon in rose gold http://orientwatchusa.com/collections/mens-watches/executive/et0t002s, and it is very nice. While the silver one is listed at $395 on the site, if you use the coupon code YOUTUBE30 it nets you 30% (~$276) off and they throw in a free watch as well, so there's that. Is that free watch worth an extra $26? Probably. Keep in mind the tier of free watches goes up as you buy a more expensive watch so there's that. Though if you don't want the free watch, there are other sites like longislandwatches where you might be able to get a better price for Orient watches.
I know you said you wanted more of a dress watch - and automatic, but I think the Citizen Nighthawk BJ7000-52E (Solar powered quartz...and because I don't know too much about Citizen...) is a real solid watch that looks far more expensive than it is. Doesn't really go well with suits, but it gives me a lot of joy! http://wornandwound.com/review/review-citizen-nighthawk/
For Seiko, I can't really comment as I haven't looked too much into their line up, save for the fact that the Seiko Cocktail Time seems to very popular, but slightly out of your requested price range. Maybe also look into the Seiko 5 line, (lots and lots of variation). See this link for a look at the line up dress styled Seiko 5's. http://www.watchsleuth.com/seiko5finder/search/?STYLE%5B%5D=Dress
Hope some of these put you on the right path to making a choice!
This sounds like it would be great for you:
Price new will range from $290-330. Used $250ish.
Lamel
Banned
Any recommendations from these brands? I would prefer one with a leather strap this time around
Orient mako II: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AK5TQRM/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Can be dressed up or down imo. Also comes in black.
Similar counterpart is the orient Ray II, but that is a bit more explicitly diver style.
As for leather band, you can always buy an aftermarket one.
Thank you all for the recommendations. I wish I had seen these before being too tired yesterday nigth and ordering a watch because I was tired of looking for one :x
This is the one I ended up going with:
I think there are still like 19 left of the white one as it seems to be a limited run:
http://vratislavia-watches.com/en/?page_id=7
But that Seiko that pwack recommended sure looks lovely *needs to stop spending money on a bike and get more watches* >.<;
This is the one I ended up going with:
I think there are still like 19 left of the white one as it seems to be a limited run:
http://vratislavia-watches.com/en/?page_id=7
But that Seiko that pwack recommended sure looks lovely *needs to stop spending money on a bike and get more watches* >.<;
TheBryanJZX90
Member
Oh man I just discovered looking for rare g-shocks on yahoo auctions Japan, this is going to suck up a lot of time...
Also have you heard of this Casio Sky Walker watch? Gotta find one...
Also have you heard of this Casio Sky Walker watch? Gotta find one...
GalacticSushiman
Member
Lamel
Banned
You could always go for a bond or other nato.
Just realized I never responded to some of you guys. Sorry!
Thread is been dead too long anyway.
I've grown to like them. At first glance I never liked the Turtle or 6105 Seikos, but after getting a 6105 in my hands everything changed.
I'm not a big Sumo fan though, something about the bezel bugs me. Might be the large font combined with how wide the bezel itself is. Everyone says they have great build quality though.
Appreciate the kind words!
Interestingly enough, it was the bezel that most attracted me to the watch as well. Not just the 2 tone, but the shades of colors used looked so great to me. Combined with the sharp blue seconds hand I knew I had to get it. Luckily the price was super reasonable at less than $350.
That Wakmann is fantastic looking. I really like that bezel.
I'm still waiting to get just the right triple date Wakmann for myself. Likely towards the end of the year. Prices are starting to creep up so I better do it sooner rather than later.
I just picked up another vintage piece recently that I'm sending to get serviced soon. I'll try to post pictures in the thread this weekend of it.
Thread is been dead too long anyway.
I've grown to like them. At first glance I never liked the Turtle or 6105 Seikos, but after getting a 6105 in my hands everything changed.
I'm not a big Sumo fan though, something about the bezel bugs me. Might be the large font combined with how wide the bezel itself is. Everyone says they have great build quality though.
Appreciate the kind words!
Interestingly enough, it was the bezel that most attracted me to the watch as well. Not just the 2 tone, but the shades of colors used looked so great to me. Combined with the sharp blue seconds hand I knew I had to get it. Luckily the price was super reasonable at less than $350.
That Wakmann is fantastic looking. I really like that bezel.
I'm still waiting to get just the right triple date Wakmann for myself. Likely towards the end of the year. Prices are starting to creep up so I better do it sooner rather than later.
I just picked up another vintage piece recently that I'm sending to get serviced soon. I'll try to post pictures in the thread this weekend of it.
It's certainly bright but an orange faced diver is meant to be so.
If you like it, for for it. I've seen it a lot online.
http://imgur.com/4gxF8CS
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
Yeah I kind of like the bigger case around the turtles better. Something about them are almost... cute. Definitely eyeing a turtle when I next buy a watch.
LyleLanley
Banned
Where do you guys usually buy your watches from? Does anyone have a trustworthy online store they use?
SirMossyBloke
Member
I simply use Amazon. Their prices are usually permanently below MRSP. Got my latest Citizen Calendrier for around 50% less than what Citizen want for it.
LyleLanley
Banned
Anyone got any thoughts on Longines watches? I'm considering the Longines La Grande Classique.
sixteen-bit
Member
TheBryanJZX90
Member
What about this one? Misses the point by not being as weird?
MomoPufflet
Member
How the hell did I miss a reissue of these coming out? Oh well, there's no way I'm paying a scalper $1000 to get one now. Would have been perfect to have one for $300-400. Shame.
I mean the draw of the ploprof style one is less that it's funky and more that Sigourney Weaver wore it in an iconic role. If she wore the one you posted then that's the one Suda51 would be wearing. So I think if the design does it for you then you should go for it. You're putting more thought into it than nerds like me that just want the Ripley watch
Some recent and not so recent pickups.
Enicar Sherpa Guide with a rare blue dial and original bracelet
Late 60s
A couple of UK Timex Skindivers, blue and black
1969-1972 era
The bracelet isn't original to the watch but of the era.
The rubber is a NOS 60s tropic strap I picked up.
Enicar Sherpa Guide with a rare blue dial and original bracelet
Late 60s
A couple of UK Timex Skindivers, blue and black
1969-1972 era
The bracelet isn't original to the watch but of the era.
The rubber is a NOS 60s tropic strap I picked up.
GalacticSushiman
Member
Fantastic Sherpa guide, big spree on this one in the past few months, good catch
The 'polerouter-like' big numbers on the dial of the 2 divers are deliciously vintage, love both
And the bracelet fits nicely I recently caved in for a Zodiac vintage diver, and another (pre-)diver from Seiko from 1962.
Sorry for the very tardy reply!!!
I also picked this up while I was in Bulgaria, I know people will shout me down because it's a replica, but to be honest, even if it didn't have a name on it I'd love it anyway, because it's a pretty well made piece of kit
I've also decided on my next purchase, the Seiko Recraft snkn01, just love the retro style.
Sabotage
Member
i'm gonna be recieving a bonus next month and want to buy another watch. Nothing too fancy or expensive, however i'm undecided between Hamilton or Tissot, i've narrowed it down to these 2
http://goldsmiths.co.uk/Hamilton-Open-Heart-Mens-Watch/p/17150211/
http://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/Tissot-...=185ae49f058dfe7408303ff4738edbe4&fo_s=slisys
both are owned by the same group so i presume they are quite equal in build.
However, in you guys opinion which name is more "desirable"?
I get a 20% discount at Goldsmith through work.
http://goldsmiths.co.uk/Hamilton-Open-Heart-Mens-Watch/p/17150211/
http://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/Tissot-...=185ae49f058dfe7408303ff4738edbe4&fo_s=slisys
both are owned by the same group so i presume they are quite equal in build.
However, in you guys opinion which name is more "desirable"?
I get a 20% discount at Goldsmith through work.
Darth Pinche
Member
Cool! I have an original 1974 Accutron Snorkel. I still hums and keeps great time. The only issue is that I cannot adjust the day.
Out of those two particular models, I'd go for the Hamilton.
In terms of brand desirability, Tissot is probably more widely known, but Hamilton would probably get the nod in more discerning cycles!
Anyone familiar with Briston watches? really like the 70's acetate bezel....
Edit : Just had an Amazon flash deal come through for one of these for £70, I couldn't say no.....
