All About Watches

[prince nez]

What are you getting on +/- a day?

I don't religiously check these things but I'd say > +10s a day. Miles ahead of my Willard. That went ok (about the same actually) for a couple of years and then suddenly without warning started losing time. Now when I checked it after a few days it was minutes off so that will be going in for a warranty service/regulation shortly.

I think the Citizen also looks much better on a canvas / mil strap:

 

[doghouse]

I definitely like the strap better.

 

[prince nez]

The rubber strap it came with is actually pretty high quality. I was surprised as in the photos it did look cheaply made. Still, it looks great on a milstrap so I'll probably keep it on this for a while. My point was actually that the Willard looked shithouse on the milstrap... that'll stay on a chocolate bar.

 

[Pimpernel Smith]

I don't religiously check these things but I'd say > +10s a day. Miles ahead of my Willard. That went ok (about the same actually) for a couple of years and then suddenly without warning started losing time. Now when I checked it after a few days it was minutes off so that will be going in for a warranty service/regulation shortly.

I think the Citizen also looks much better on a canvas / mil strap:

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If you don't notice, then you know it's keeping good time. My Turtles are all in the +20-25 secs range. I wear one for knocking around the house, when I set-it, I do 2 minutes ahead.

 

[prince nez]

If you don't notice, then you know it's keeping good time. My Turtles are all in the +20-25 secs range. I wear one for knocking around the house, when I set-it, I do 2 minutes ahead.

How is your King Seiko running after a few months?

 

[Pimpernel Smith]

How is your King Seiko running after a few months?

Haven't worn it much as I've been in polo shirts for most of the summer, it's not as good time keeping as the '59 Alpinist. But around 6-10+ a day. Whereas the Alpinist about 2/3+ secs. Pretty impressive. But will see how the King Seiko goes over the next few months being back shirt and booted.

 

[Pimpernel Smith]

Hope this doesn't fall into the ''dogshit'' category mein host accuses me of, don't mean to offend anyone's delicate tastes...

 

[Nashav]

Hope this doesn't fall into the ''dogshit'' category mein host accuses me of, don't mean to offend anyone's delicate tastes...

It is a really nice piece although, to be picky, I would have liked it better with the rose on the dial and crown.

 

[prince nez]

Haven't worn it much as I've been in polo shirts for most of the summer, it's not as good time keeping as the '59 Alpinist. But around 6-10+ a day. Whereas the Alpinist about 2/3+ secs. Pretty impressive. But will see how the King Seiko goes over the next few months being back shirt and booted.

Again, I think Citizen is eating Seiko's lunch with these types of watches. When you can get a King Seiko equivalent, 38mm case and an interesting dial for <$1,000, why would you pay 3-4x that for a Seiko? If I was in the market for an everyday dressier piece I wouldn't go past an NB1060:

 

[Grand Potentate]

a buddy of mine was able to get one of the swatch omega watches at retail the other day. anyone seen stock locally?

ter1413 i called a ny store who said they've been getting them in.

 

[ter1413]

a buddy of mine was able to get one of the swatch omega watches at retail the other day. anyone seen stock locally?

ter1413 i called a ny store who said they've been getting them in.

Will check it out.....

 

[Grand Potentate]

Will check it out.....

if you tell me where you're headed i'm happy to call them up for you.

 

[ter1413]

if you tell me where you're headed i'm happy to call them up for you.

NYC has 3 spots that carries them. Times Sq., 5th ave and downtown. I can easily hit up all 3 in a day.

 

[Grand Potentate]

NYC has 3 spots that carries them. Times Sq., 5th ave and downtown. I can easily hit up all 3 in a day.

Are you still in the market for one?

 

[doghouse]

This is a pleasing piece

 

[Grand Potentate]

This is a pleasing piece

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is that salmon colored???

 

[doghouse]

is that salmon colored???

Indeed. And I'm not a big salmon fan but it looks nice here

 

[Grand Potentate]

Rolex Prices to Drop Further as Supply Surges: Morgan Stanley

Prices for the most popular pre-owned Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet watches will fall further as the market has been flooded with supply, analysts at Morgan Stanley said in a report.

www.bloomberg.com

 

[doghouse]

Rolex Prices to Drop Further as Supply Surges: Morgan Stanley

Prices for the most popular pre-owned Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet watches will fall further as the market has been flooded with supply, analysts at Morgan Stanley said in a report.

www.bloomberg.com

I'd like to talk to people who paid 200% what these watches were worth 6 months ago.

 

[ter1413]

I'd like to talk to people who paid 200% what these watches were worth 6 months ago.

I saw/read that article the other day. Was gone a post, but forgot.

But yeah....Rolex was not gonna be low on stock for the holidays.

 

[ter1413]

 

[Grand Potentate]

who makes a decent cheap leather watch band? my cheapy band is falling apart and i need a replacement. the watch itself was only $100 so i'd like to keep it under $30 if possible.

 

[Dropbear]

who makes a decent cheap leather watch band? my cheapy band is falling apart and i need a replacement. the watch itself was only $100 so i'd like to keep it under $30 if possible.

I’ve owned a couple of C&B straps. Nothing special, but pretty solid for the price.

Leather Watch Straps | Crown & Buckle

Shop our collection of leather watch straps in 16-24mm sizes. Crown & Buckle straps use high quality cow and calf leathers, and solid stainless steel buckles.

www.crownandbuckle.com

 

[güero]

who makes a decent cheap leather watch band? my cheapy band is falling apart and i need a replacement. the watch itself was only $100 so i'd like to keep it under $30 if possible.

Rios has some basic straps between 30–40$

 

[Thruth]

who makes a decent cheap leather watch band? my cheapy band is falling apart and i need a replacement. the watch itself was only $100 so i'd like to keep it under $30 if possible.

Hirsch. Large selection in the $30 to $35. Can be found many places and Amazon.

Hirsch Watch Straps For Sale | HirschStraps

Order from our wide range of Hirsch Watch Straps and Bracelets, includes the latest styles and sizes. Free delivery available.

www.hirschstraps.com

 

[doghouse]

I highly recommend Hirsch straps.


So, if it wasn't for the bracelet I would probably get one of these.

https://shop.hodinkee.com/products/...7gFP84NRuv8BlgToXaoQsKsj-4CVDpfyVL5cg=.UHTEkW

 

[Grand Potentate]

I highly recommend Hirsch straps.


So, if it wasn't for the bracelet I would probably get one of these.

https://shop.hodinkee.com/products/zodiac-super-sea-wolf-gmt-panam-zo9412?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=h-shop-new-zodiac-pan-am-120622&_kx=wvpiTg7gFP84NRuv8BlgToXaoQsKsj-4CVDpfyVL5cg=.UHTEkW

why? nostalgic for a now defunct corporation?

 

[doghouse]

why? nostalgic for a now defunct corporation?

Basically yes. I have Pan Am luggage tags and shit.

 

[Grand Potentate]

Basically yes. I have Pan Am luggage tags and shit.

ok, i get that. we all have a thing.

 

[The Ernesto]

ok, i get that. we all have a thing.

Especially around these parts.

 

[Grand Potentate]

Especially around these parts.

we're all perverts of one sort or another.

 

[Grand Potentate]

Hirsch. Large selection in the $30 to $35. Can be found many places and Amazon.

Hirsch Watch Straps For Sale | HirschStraps

Order from our wide range of Hirsch Watch Straps and Bracelets, includes the latest styles and sizes. Free delivery available.

www.hirschstraps.com

I highly recommend Hirsch straps.


So, if it wasn't for the bracelet I would probably get one of these.

https://shop.hodinkee.com/products/zodiac-super-sea-wolf-gmt-panam-zo9412?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=h-shop-new-zodiac-pan-am-120622&_kx=wvpiTg7gFP84NRuv8BlgToXaoQsKsj-4CVDpfyVL5cg=.UHTEkW

appreciate the recs.

found this if anyone needs a cheap gift

Sullivan Solar-Powered Brown Leather Watch - BQ2665 - Fossil

Discover Sullivan Solar-Powered Brown Leather Watch - BQ2665 at Fossil. Find watches, handbags, wallets and more at fossil.com today!

www.fossil.com

 

[Grand Potentate]

doghouse this might be up your alley

 

[doghouse]

doghouse this might be up your alley

Yeah I saw it on the Instagames. Definitely a looker.

 

[Sartodi Napoli]

who makes a decent cheap leather watch band? my cheapy band is falling apart and i need a replacement. the watch itself was only $100 so i'd like to keep it under $30 if possible.

I bought locally for like 6 euros, last one I bought was in 2005 thought.

 

[Grand Potentate]

J.Crew: Marathon Watch Company™ X J.Crew Pilot's Navigator With Date Watch For Men

Shop MARATHON for the Marathon Watch Company™ X J.Crew Pilot's Navigator with Date watch for men. Find the best selection of men mens-categories-accessories-watches-and-jewelry-watches available in-stores and on line.

www.jcrew.com

jcrew marathon navigator for $115. final sale. there's a hideous peach color with a tan strap that several of you perverts might find enjoyable.

 

[doghouse]

That peach is woof

 

[Grand Potentate]

That peach is woof

Don’t try and throw us off your perverted trail Mr. “This salmon watch face looks nice.” We see your true colors.

 

[Panama]

I have been patiently waiting for one of these in a sale and I have finally pulled the trigger...

Longines Conquest Heritage.

 

[Grand Potentate]

I have been patiently waiting for one of these in a sale and I have finally pulled the trigger...

Longines Conquest Heritage.

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Congrats. Wear it in good health.