What watch do wear

OM3RTA · 11-06-2020, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Goneinsixtyseconds

The first ones had an offer to basically guarantee future value where you could trade towards another watch in the future, not necessarily another smart watch. It was to get people comfortable spending a lot on a smart watch that might end up obsolete. Doesn’t seem like they’re offering that any more.

I remember that offer and it defo was for a mech or quartz but not smart watch.

OM3RTA · 11-06-2020, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by planemad

I’m adding a Pelagos soon, I’m just deciding on black or blue.
Did you manage any discount?

I ended up going for black, although I had to wait for it as the black was not on sale at the time. The blue was very 'beach' and casual for me so I wanted something that I felt I could wear with anything and black it was.

OM3RTA · 11-06-2020, 12:26 PM

New month, new piece.
This one was not on my radar at the time but i was going to have a squint at a Montblanc Classique Star as I thought it offered decent value for the outlay. Anyway as I went in after the usual chat with the SA by the window I saw this and right away I really liked it. Small independent, limited production, in house movement, silicon escapement and that rather lovely dial for a less than the MB, what's not to love?

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Bryans69 · 11-06-2020, 12:29 PM

Not really in the same league most of the stuff on here, but finally got this repaired. Was a present from my parents 30 odd years ago, and I wore it regularly until a couple of years ago, when it packed up.

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OM3RTA · 11-06-2020, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Bryans69

Not really in the same league most of the stuff on here, but finally got this repaired. Was a present from my parents 30 odd years ago, and I wore it regularly until a couple of years ago, when it packed up.

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Unusual to say the least. Is the case actually stone/granite??

Bryans69 · 11-06-2020, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by OM3RTA

Unusual to say the least. Is the case actually stone/granite??

Yes, although I understand it might be composite rather than a single lump. It even has a few small chips out of it, acquired through the years

Sennen · 11-06-2020, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Bryans69

Not really in the same league most of the stuff on here, but finally got this repaired. Was a present from my parents 30 odd years ago, and I wore it regularly until a couple of years ago, when it packed up.

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That is one UGLY watch but strangely I quite like it

isleaiw1 · 11-06-2020, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bryans69

Not really in the same league most of the stuff on here, but finally got this repaired. Was a present from my parents 30 odd years ago, and I wore it regularly until a couple of years ago, when it packed up.

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In a higher league than most as it came from your parents...

OM3RTA · 11-06-2020, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Bryans69

Yes, although I understand it might be composite rather than a single lump. It even has a few small chips out of it, acquired through the years

. Although I hope you never batter it enough it actually crack it.

gr4z · 11-08-2020, 11:25 AM

Got this in the recent Christopher Ward sale. Fantastically built divers watch in titanium

isleaiw1 · 11-08-2020, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by gr4z

Got this in the recent Christopher Ward sale. Fantastically built divers watch in titanium

I do like CW designs, have two now which i barely wear now WFH....that looks a good one!

Broncho · 11-08-2020, 02:17 PM

Anybody know a decent place for aftermarket Tag watch straps, I love the croc leather and ordered mine with it rather than the chain but mine is now smelling like something has died, I do have an aftermarket perforated strap but the clasp is loose on it so needs adjusting all the time, I’ve reverted back to the original but it stinks!

x-m4n · 11-08-2020, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Broncho

mine is now smelling like something has died,

You should be able to give your strap a good clean. Check YouTube for instructions.

Broncho · 11-08-2020, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by x-m4n

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Originally Posted by Broncho

mine is now smelling like something has died,

You should be able to give your strap a good clean. Check YouTube for instructions.

The most obvious thing I hadn't thought of!

Cheers!

robwils · 11-30-2020, 03:17 PM

So my first watch I bought when I got my first promotion has packed in. Not worth a lot, sentimental though. Anyone know an independent repairer I can send it to ? It’s too old for citizen official repairers

JustChris · 11-30-2020, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by robwils

So my first watch I bought when I got my first promotion has packed in. Not worth a lot, sentimental though. Anyone know an independent repairer I can send it to ? It’s too old for citizen official repairers

...did it stop on Friday 13th

stefan4 · 12-03-2020, 01:04 PM

New acquisition, G-SHOCK GMW B5000c-1er (birthday gift from my lovely wife! ). Thought I'd take the opportunity to finally swap over the strap on my bb S&G, loving this look.

Wolverine · 12-19-2020, 07:39 AM

New acquisition for me. Seagull 1963 reissue.
No idea how it's going to go, but it was well worth a go.

If you've not seen it before, it's based on a Venus 175 chronograph movement, which Seagull bought the rights to back in the 60s IIRC. So servicing and repair should be easy on that basis. That said, at only £150 for the watch, it's probably cheaper to replace if it breaks down.

It's a handsome piece and this one has the sapphire front (I did order the double domed acrylic, but that's the danger of dealing with China I guess). The real allure is the movement though.

Pics, because that's what we all like...

mikeoz · 12-19-2020, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by stefan4

New acquisition, G-SHOCK GMW B5000c-1er (birthday gift from my lovely wife! ). Thought I'd take the opportunity to finally swap over the strap on my bb S&G, loving this look.

Very nice Tudor ...Was the orignal strap a braclet?

stefan4 · 12-28-2020, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by mikeoz

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Originally Posted by stefan4

New acquisition, G-SHOCK GMW B5000c-1er (birthday gift from my lovely wife! ). Thought I'd take the opportunity to finally swap over the strap on my bb S&G, loving this look.

Very nice Tudor ...Was the orignal strap a braclet?

It was yes, the steel with gold centres. It's really nice, dresses the watch up in my opinion which makes it more of an occasion watch. But COVID times and all it's nice to make it a bit more versatile with the brown leather.

mikeoz · 12-28-2020, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by stefan4

It was yes, the steel with gold centres. It's really nice, dresses the watch up in my opinion which makes it more of an occasion watch. But COVID times and all it's nice to make it a bit more versatile with the brown leather.

Yeah looks great imo..is it a 43mm face?

mikeoz · 12-28-2020, 07:42 AM

Any one picked up a new watch in Boxing day sales or get one for xmas?

Almost bought this one other day..but missed out...Good price for a GMT

https://www.ernestjones.co.uk/websto...racelet+watch/

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OM3RTA Major 391 Rep 1,039 Posts Drives: 330i M Sport, Audi A3 2.0 TDI Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	New month, new piece. This one was not on my radar at the time but i was going to have a squint at a Montblanc Classique Star as I thought it offered decent value for the outlay. Anyway as I went in after the usual chat with the SA by the window I saw this and right away I really liked it. Small independent, limited production, in house movement, silicon escapement and that rather lovely dial for a less than the MB, what's not to love?
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Bryans69 Major 989 Rep 1,313 Posts Drives: TTT, MGB (in bits), VW Camper Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: surrey iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW 540i XDrive [0.00] 1977 MGB Roadster [0.00]	Not really in the same league most of the stuff on here, but finally got this repaired. Was a present from my parents 30 odd years ago, and I wore it regularly until a couple of years ago, when it packed up.
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Broncho Banned 2311 Rep 5,101 Posts Drives: Chav white Mercedes Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Rainhill iTrader: (0)	Anybody know a decent place for aftermarket Tag watch straps, I love the croc leather and ordered mine with it rather than the chain but mine is now smelling like something has died, I do have an aftermarket perforated strap but the clasp is loose on it so needs adjusting all the time, I’ve reverted back to the original but it stinks!
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stefan4 Colonel 1084 Rep 2,376 Posts Drives: 340i on order Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: sheffield iTrader: (0)	New acquisition, G-SHOCK GMW B5000c-1er (birthday gift from my lovely wife! ). Thought I'd take the opportunity to finally swap over the strap on my bb S&G, loving this look. Attached Images __________________ Current - X3m Comp Gone but not forgotten - F80 m3 Comp, F30 340i, F30 - 320i
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Wolverine Lieutenant 491 Rep 428 Posts Drives: F36 420D GC M-Sport Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Gosport iTrader: (0)	New acquisition for me. Seagull 1963 reissue. No idea how it's going to go, but it was well worth a go. If you've not seen it before, it's based on a Venus 175 chronograph movement, which Seagull bought the rights to back in the 60s IIRC. So servicing and repair should be easy on that basis. That said, at only £150 for the watch, it's probably cheaper to replace if it breaks down. It's a handsome piece and this one has the sapphire front (I did order the double domed acrylic, but that's the danger of dealing with China I guess). The real allure is the movement though. Pics, because that's what we all like... Attached Images __________________ NEW CAR '15' BMW 420D M-Sport Gran Coupe//Sapphire Black SOLD'63' BMW 318D Sport//Jet Black SOLD'59' Honda Civic Type R GT Championship White Edition
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mikeoz Major General 2856 Rep 5,607 Posts Drives: BMW X3 M40d LCI Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: cambs iTrader: (1)	Any one picked up a new watch in Boxing day sales or get one for xmas? Almost bought this one other day..but missed out...Good price for a GMT https://www.ernestjones.co.uk/websto...racelet+watch/
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