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Thanks plyphon.
I got the Cape Cod polishing cloths that neilnevill suggested, and they made a big difference. You can still see the scratch if you know where to look, but there's no sharp edge on it now, so nothing to catch the light and make it noticeable.
Should probably have popped back to update before, but there you go, and thanks for the suggestions.
I heartily agree with you about wearing them daily, but I'm probably going to be a little more thoughtful about where in future. I bashed it on pipe coupling when undoing a nut on one of the Gas Turbines at work.
That's a good result then - there are some truly shocking photos on the watch forums from people who have got a bit 'buff happy' with the cap cods...
I proper dinged the lug on my Speedy on a table at the Soho Brewdog the other day. Left a fairly visible chunk on the polished side of the lug. Was pissed off, but now it reminds me of the tasting rack I got and how I discovered the milk stout tastes amazing and the american red ale is surprisingly nice also. Swings & roundabouts eh.
I kind of know about the “expensive swatch” reputation of Rado considering thier use of generic movements, but I spotted a Ladies Centrics Diamond which I think would make a classy dress watch for Mrs K for her 40th. It’s the style more than anything else and of course Rado is Swiss...
Any reason to avoid like the plague...? And if so, can anyone recommend anything similar which has a bit of meaning and longevity to it?
this sort of thing?
https://www.bradleysthejewellers.com/rado-ladies-centrix-s-watch-3652
i know nothing about rado so can't comment.
does it have to be new? ladies watches crash in value so you can pick up vintage omega and such at basically the scrap gold value. the price of the above is over twice what i paid for a 1960 omega geneve in a 9ct gold denison case for my mum.
Actually this one: https://www.bradleysthejewellers.com/view-all-rado/rado-ladies-centrix-watch-3556
She's not into watches in an appreciative manner, she would appreciate an "old fashioned" watch.
reminds me of a constellation...its the bracelet mainly
24 minutes to go..get in there!
or another with a black dial and no gold
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Polished-OMEGA-Constellation-Steel-Quartz-Ladies-Watch-1562-40-BF332783/264199011042?_trkparms=aid%3D555018%26algo%3DPL.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D2382fc71cf6b4395a29f2f70af31b81c%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D333159980843%26itm%3D264199011042&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851
Nice watches thanks. She already has a 2006 Tag Aquaracer though which is a very similar look. I’m not sure I’m getting away with the fact she see it as a second hand watch for her 40th...
hmm, fair point
Bust my junghans mega solar, 22 years old cracked the solar panel dial . No damage to glass or body. Want another watch with the radio control and solar charging, must have a proper sapphire glass as i have scratched a few watches. Whats available?
I'd guess a citizen would fit the bill...
Kryton57 - my wife got a very similar, though automatic, Rado for her 40th. She likes it. Relatively robust (worn daily except when wearing the Garmin).
Started keeping time poorly after 3 years but a service sorted it.
PS - the different colours, silver, black grey etc, for the strap and case give it a very different look. Choose wisely.
Thanks IGM, good to know. I’ve seen the one I linked to in the flesh, as well as the version with the black bracelet and case, and agree it gives a very different look.
Anybody thinking of a Harrods special edition tudor black bay, I got one today. I went on the list 3 months ago. I've done the deal to move it on already, I did that while on the bus to work today, before I collected the watch at lunchtime.
picks required.
Ha nice, thats the one with the Harrods-green dial right?
Pics? I had it less than 21 hours! Yes, the standard Tudor Black Bay but with Harrods swamp Green bezel, Harrods 'H' on the case back and the number in the run, mine was #2346. Bought and flipped for a 10% profit to Daryll....likely on his wrist now in place of the PAM he had on when i delivered it to him this morning. He may or may not keep it. I know he likes it but being a dealer he'll take an offer and I've left him plenty of room for a quick profit. Its a nice piece, I prefer it to the blue bezel version which I've handled, but my favorite is the original claret bezel version
Oh and Daryll showed me a scarily good fake batman! very scary for £200. One of his dealer mates was bringing over the real thinking to compare later. Winding it wasn't rolex smooth and was a give away but case, bezel, bracelet all good, decent ETA 2893-2 in it though apparently. Oh it lacked a glide lock, but it had me fooled.
Pics? I had it less than 21 hours!
If only your phone had a camera.... ;o)
Nothing really floating my boat ATM. Was tempted with a mecha-quartz but held off. The green Hulk-esque BLWRX off of Amazon tempts me, as do some of the new Phoibos "Great Wall" also looks nice but it's priced too high IMHO.
Fancied a nice chunky watch and after reading through this thread got me onto the Seiko's. Spotted this Seiko Prospex Kinetic GMT in a local jewellers and bob's your uncle. Absolutely love it 🙂
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How do automatic movements stand up to sports such as mtb'ing?
I have that too Bullet. It’s a nice watch.
Yes, I agree - shame my link didn't work but not too worry.
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Bought new a long long time ago with first “own” money.
Stevet1
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Did anyone back the Hamtun H2 on kickstarter
Yes and no. I backed it. Then when I realised it wasn't going to be sent until late August I cancelled.
I nearly hit a Helm Khuruburi or Komodo but missed them, they sold out fast. The just released 100 of their Vanuatu's which also are stunning watches for the price, but they sold out of those too. Next batch in August so perhaps I should have just stuck to my guns with the Ti H2!
I'm also considering an Orange Seiko Samurai and upgrading the sapphire to double domed with AR coating and a bezel insert upgrade. But I'm so indecisive I'll probably never do it.
Spinnaker have just announced a new Bronze watch which looks nice.
Oh and Neymar / BLWRX perhaps for a Hulk-esque
http://www.blwrx.com/prod_view.aspx?TypeId=95&Id=265&FId=t3:95:3
basically jewellery for guys
My guy has just got in an old Explorer 1. Hope to see it next week. Do I need two Kidneys?
Yep backed the Humtun - looking forward to seeing what its like
grimep
Member
basically jewellery for guys
And?
Your necklace tell the time does it?
I decided it was better to ignore that troll-y comment, but yes, you are quite right.
Kept looking at the Hamtun, but as I'd just bought a nice one, (Tag) decided against it. I'll keep an eye on eBay after they have been delivered, or maybe here if one of the flippers bought in.
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explorer 1, one of the less popular rolex SS sports models, they are less scarce/sought after and a little more affordable...a little!
basically jewellery for guys
Your point, caller?
I wish I had backed the Hamtun, it looks great!
@Bagstard and anyone else who was considering the Hamtun H2, looks like they've got some left, Indigogo orders are back open for a limited time/number. Ooh, nice watch Mr.
Those new Seiko Prospex LX's look the dogs danglies. Bit pricey mind, nearly as much as the ones they're emulating...
I was thinking earlier we need a few more pics so to add to boblo:
Yes very nice, about £4500 but hand polished with the Zaratsu method, to give it a talking point.
I bought a watch box to keep and display my collection.
I want a new Omega or Rolex.
Skint at the moment from buying bike bits.
That's the on Kryton. Thanks for posting the pic. I'll wait and see if Creation In Singapore start knocking them out a bit cheaper then must really resist. I think the Roly Subs are only about £1k more than that?
Yeah a watch box was my downfall. It had 5 slots and I only had 3 'nice' watches so beware...
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Lapdog, that’s very nice.
Thinking of selling my B&R123GMT to make room for something similar...
Thanks. I tend to find myself often gravitating to Panerai when I look at watches. They really appeal to me - the simplicity, design, big size, interesting history....
They are costly though. I paid for it partly out of an insurance payout i got when I was diagnosed with cancer. I promised myself I would buy myself a nice watch if I beat it. Cancer is now undetectable thank god!! so I have this momento on my wrist as a positive happy memory of the successful battle (at the moment....).
Congratulations on all counts; thread-winning watch to boot 🙂
Loved you in Logan by the way.
Wow! Fabulous results!
I like the simplicity but think they would be too large for me. I perhaps ought to try one on though before making such a comment!
Lapdog, a great result on both counts! Enjoy!
Just bought one of these
Loved you in Logan by the way.
I liked it bearnec'
lovely swelper. manual wind?
Thanks. The pic is not the actual watch but near as damn it. Yes it’s a Seamaster 600 601 movement, probably the best movement Omega made in my opinion, manual wind.
It’s circa 1964/65 which has been restored with new face (crosshairs version), hands and dial. I bought it with original dial and had a new one fittted, serviced etc. Love it’s Simplicity.
Not as dear as one would think. £850 which is well worth it.
Great news and nice watch Lapdog, we had a guy come in to work to give health and safety training wearing a Panerai...made me think it might be a profession worth going in to!
@Swelper, sweet! and good price, from Chrono24?
Dream watch is currently a Speedmaster Mark 2, but a nice vintage Omega would kill the urge until my 40th...
In orange
Got it from eBay nearly £400 then the mods and service which cost nearly the same. Will last past my lifetime for sure.
Check out eBay there’s plenty there, caution check the serial number and validate for authenticity.
I also have a pre Bond Seamaster for everyday use. That’s a nice watch still looks fresh could do with new pins in the strap though.
Cool, I'll have a look, always a bit scared of buying a decent fake.
I get what your saying I was the same. Always look at the watch opened up to see the movement with a clear serial number.
There are a few on eBay I trust and always uk based. A good seller will give the serial number quickly
LTL;FTC: how easy is it to resize a seiko watch bracelet? I’ve watched (sorry) a couple of YouTube videos and it looks a bit fiddly and kinda easy to slip and take a gouge out... the ‘specialist’ tools on Amazon all look a bit crap.
However, I have picked up a bergeon spring bar tool... 🤪
Or should I just go get it done properly at a jewellers?
@Metalheart - do the case lugs have little holes on the outside! Those make the job very easy, just poke a pin into the hole and push the spring bar out, otherwise the bergeon tool should work perfectly.
There isn’t much that can go wrong, really, just take your time and be methodical.
Ive had the back off my Seiko SPORK and adjusted the time, which really does require a steady hand, but sorting a bracelet is pretty easy.
Has anyone seen the 'Just One More Watch' videos on YouTube? Jody is really informative and knows his stuff. The level of production is really good. I like that he gives as much consideration and objectivity to a £20 Aliexpress special as a £1000 Oris.
Has anyone seen the ‘Just One More Watch’ videos on YouTube? Jody is really informative and knows his stuff. The level of production is really good. I like that he gives as much consideration and objectivity to a £20 Aliexpress special as a £1000 Oris.
Yeah, his videos are always worth a watch.
Actually makes better reading than the usual reviews of Tudors/Rolexes etc., at least theres something slightly different to talk about.
This is an interesting read:
https://gizmodo.com/modern-manufacturing-has-made-it-nearly-impossible-to-s-1835267932
Yeah been watching JOMW for a while. I do like when he throws up some interesting GearBest options and nice to see alternatives to Subby's. Man loves a bit of lume eh?
Man loves a bit of lume eh?
He certainly does.
"Hello, and welcome to just one more watch!"
So this happened at the weekend:
I was aiming to try get one around Oct/Nov time to celebrate my 30th - but would have liked to have tried one on before then as I've never actually held an Explorer. We checked about 7 ADs across Japan a few weeks ago while on holiday, been through every AD on New Bond St, Regent St before that, etc etc... no luck
Anyway - we were in Harrods to buy for my Mrs birthday. I popped to the Rolex AD and they had one in stock. I tried it on but decided to ultimately pass as it was a few months earlier than I was planning on buying.
We then popped to Selfridges later on - I jokingly said "Let's check Rolex here - if they have one in stock here, then it's clearly a sign and I should buy it."
Well...
That is lovely Plyphon.
They look so much better sans date and that awful convex lens.
Enjoy.
Thats nice Plython!
So, here's a question thats being thrashed round a circle of friends. If you're going on a "posh" holiday and assuming you only want to take one good looking watch, which watch do you take? There may be a few cocktail parties (nice watch), and a few trips around the destination (tool watch) but also it needs to go in an out of the pool and be "casual but look good".
Friend that asking was looking at a £260 Tissot with Blue face and brown leather, until it was pointed out that the leather vs pool wouldn't be great, now he's stumped. This one:
And then after the leather/pool conversation, this:
Hugo Boss!
Any other recommendations around the £250 mark? Surely there's something better...
£250 for a watch on a posh holiday which can go in the pool? I wouldn’t go in the pool with one of those - no screw down pushers. Also ‘BOSS’ does not really fit with ‘posh holiday’ from what I can see. How about an Apple Watch? I can’t think of a conventional watch which would work at that price point.
Kryton, I think my answer would be an Orient Mako or even a Seiko SKX on a Nato strap, but then swap to a leather strap for the evening.
Solid enough for the pool and looks good on a leather trap for the evening.
Something like this:
Interesting becuase I use my SNDA57 for everything else and (recently) pack my Eco Drive (AT4008-51E) for the glitterati requirements. I can't stand the thought that the Tag wedding present or the more recent Prospex gets lost with a suitcase or is rattling around in hand luggage.
Personally I don't think there's too many proper horologists at a cocktail party, just the materialists looking for the words "Rolex" or "Omega"...
But you made me look at the Orients. I agree, a Mako 2 in Pepsi is nice:
Or a Mako 3 in this colour looks OK:
I ordered 3 watches on Saturday. 2 vintage Russians from Ebay and a so called Chinese dollar dazzler from Aliexpress.
One Russian is an 80's digital Elektronika 52.
Second Russian is a 70's or 80's Raketa.
The Chinese watch is a black dialed dressy Pagani Design chronometer as revised by JOMW.
Go up a bit from £250 and get an Everest
https://www.timefactors.com/prs25new.htm
Do people really go to cocktail parties on holiday and wtf is a posh holiday?
plyphon, nice. very nice. i wonder if they will ever do a white dial exp 1, that would be something.
He decided on the Hugo Boss, oh well. Creation watches have those Orients for £109 btw.
plyphon, nice. very nice. i wonder if they will ever do a white dial exp 1, that would be something.
There is a 'baselworld rumor' type photoshop photo of a white dial explorer out there somewhere and it does look fantastic indeed.
I'm strictly black dial watches only, though!!
Creation watches have those Orients for £109 btw.
I treated myself a while ago. Insta link as I have no idea how to get the pic to show.
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Bracelet re-sized (as advised it was pretty easy. Might need a fettle of the micro adjust but I'll try and see first).
Bought off the web from Lowry Jewellers at 30% off!
I ordered the strap version first which turned up with some minor cosmetic damage which had occured in transit. When I spotted it I checked the website to find they had the bracelet version cheaper than I'd paid for the strap version. A couple of (very polite) emails and they sent me a pre-paid return thingy and yesterday the replacement turned up (and the difference refunded!). Really impressed with their service (and price).
Nice! Is it gold or is that just the light?
It's just the standard finish.
I'd just finished the Loch Ness 360 so the gold hue is just probably reflections off my red face... 😬
If you’re going on a “posh” holiday and assuming you only want to take one good looking watch, which watch do you take? There may be a few cocktail parties (nice watch), and a few trips around the destination (tool watch) but also it needs to go in an out of the pool and be “casual but look good”.
Good thing I never go on ‘posh’ holidays, or get invited to any cocktail parties that might occur, ‘cos I’d probably only take one watch, it would likely be the one that’s going to draw the least attention from anyone who might like to relieve me of it, and the one that’s least likely to get damaged in any way, so probably my £70 Casio with NATO strap adaptors, or possibly my Yokobies-mod Seiko 5 with Zulu strap, which is what I’m wearing right now
Not posh, but it fulfils the primary function of a watch - to tell the time in a clear and concise fashion. I try to avoid complications...
Keep getting drawn to this, under £200 and looks good to me. A leather strap would look even better too.
