What watch do you wear?

ChrisD. · 28 Dec 2018 at 09:35

SDK^ said:
You already mentioned the prime watch within your budget - the Omega Seamaster. It was revised last year so is very fresh, or if you prefer the older 2012 model then check out used versions.
For me, I would get this used Omega Planet Ocean : https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Planet Ocean/215.32.44.21.01.001/32444/item/125377

Nice but I'm not sure I could get used to the colour.

SDK^ · 28 Dec 2018 at 09:49

ChrisD. said:
Nice but I'm not sure I could get used to the colour.

Check out some other Planet Ocean variations within 4k : https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Planet Ocean/watches?&orderby=AgeNewToOld&filterPriceTo=4000

hughtrimble · 28 Dec 2018 at 11:14

I'd be trying to source a Grand Seiko Spring Drive diver, likely from Japan.

Or just wait a bit longer and get the one you really want which seems to be the Rolex Sub! 3-4k is an expensive stop gap if you suspect you'll need to scratch the Sub itch in the future.

ChrisD. · 28 Dec 2018 at 11:55

SDK^ said:
Check out some other Planet Ocean variations within 4k : https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Planet Ocean/watches?&orderby=AgeNewToOld&filterPriceTo=4000

Actually I'm really warming to it. My usual social/pub attire is jeans, trainers and a polo shirt. The sporty look of the watch would go well with that while the Bremont can carry on doing work and formal duties. Plus it's a bit different, which is what I am after.

Or am I just doing some really bad man maths here?

Dempsey22 · 28 Dec 2018 at 17:08

Looking into getting a black Tudor Pelagos. Whats the thoughts on them? Anyone own one?

ChrisD. · 28 Dec 2018 at 17:55

I ordered it, then realised I have credit cards to pay off first, so I cancelled it. I'll treat myself to it once I'm debt free, or one similar.

coolsurfer · 28 Dec 2018 at 18:22

I wear a Seiko Black Monster

xb8browney · 28 Dec 2018 at 21:54

Had this about 3 months now

Evian · 29 Dec 2018 at 01:51

Does anyone know any good places to get watches? I'm looking at some Seiko Turtles/Samurai's the now.

Things change I've changed · 29 Dec 2018 at 08:57

Have been lurking this thread for a long time, Very interested in getting an automatic watch, for years I dreamed of getting a Rolex but the more I read about watches and understand the movements and craftsmanship I'm very drawn towards a Grand Seiko Automatic, the level of detail and finish is insanely good, I just never would've thought Seiko would be the watch I would eventually gravitate towards.

Anyone on here own a Grand Seiko?

edit -

More research, and more within my budget, a Max Bill Chronoscope, absolutely beautiful, is that a good price, trustable site?

https://www.chronext.co.uk/junghans...CKEb68EH-EwErE8Uanio4zvY3jdKEUPYaAoViEALw_wcB

smokedog · 29 Dec 2018 at 11:40

Things change I've changed said:
More research, and more within my budget, a Max Bill Chronoscope, absolutely beautiful, is that a good price, trustable site?

https://www.chronext.co.uk/junghans...CKEb68EH-EwErE8Uanio4zvY3jdKEUPYaAoViEALw_wcB

100% trustworthy, I've purchased from them before. Their delivery time can be quite slow, as they need to source the watch.

randomshenans · 29 Dec 2018 at 11:53

xb8browney said:
Had this about 3 months now

Lovely, really like it on the nato. The normal bracelet irks me on those, but that's nice.

hughtrimble · 29 Dec 2018 at 12:28

Things change I've changed said:
Anyone on here own a Grand Seiko?

I've a pair of Spring Drive GSs, but not automatics. The level of dial finishing is beyond any other make I've owned or seen in the flesh, but they are let down by the bracelets which typically don't have micro adjustments (unfortunately the exceptions to this are few and far between).

Their automatics accuracy isn't quite up there with e.g. Rolex as far as I'm aware? Then again what they claim for accuracy is typically conservative, with owners reporting better accuracy than advertised (certainly been my experience).

xb8browney · 29 Dec 2018 at 13:22

randomshenans said:
Lovely, really like it on the nato. The normal bracelet irks me on those, but that's nice.

Thank you, I knew before I bought it that I'd want a nato on it.

seanyc5 · 29 Dec 2018 at 14:21

reevsy said:
I managed 15% off a North Flag last week.

So I read your post above mine when I asked for advise on a seiko5 for my first automatic watch. Google the North Flag, instantly fell in love looked at it for 3 days online.

Just picked one up, looks even better in the flesh - they are having to order me a half link though as we could not get it to fit right, its a bit tight at the minute but would rather that than to loose.

I should have bartered more to be fair I did not get 15% off!

dink · 29 Dec 2018 at 17:43

Evian said:
Does anyone know any good places to get watches? I'm looking at some Seiko Turtles/Samurai's the now.

https://www.lowryjewellers.com/watc...i-turtle-divers-bracelet-watch-srpa21k1-p7933

Ordered the black / gold version for my Christmas present from the missus as wanted a diver I could wear out and about so I don’t beat up my Oris, very nice watch and great service from the seller.

JasonM · 29 Dec 2018 at 19:24

I have a Rolex Submariner Date I've owned since 2000, and a 42mm Rolex Explorer II black dial. The Explorer II is with Rolex for servicing at the moment, however when it's back with get some photos of them both. I do also have a Seiko BFK I use for the gym/swimming that's amazing watch for money, and some vintage Tissot quartz divers.

JasonM · 29 Dec 2018 at 19:29

ChrisD. said:
I fancy a submariner, Omega's a nice but I'm drawn by a Rolex date, although they're very expensive. Any other brands to look at?

Tudor Black Bay but it's only a 3 handed watch. 2018 Tudor GMT is also amazing, but there is a wait list of about 5 months.

panthro · 30 Dec 2018 at 10:17

hughtrimble said:
I've a pair of Spring Drive GSs, but not automatics. The level of dial finishing is beyond any other make I've owned or seen in the flesh, but they are let down by the bracelets which typically don't have micro adjustments (unfortunately the exceptions to this are few and far between).

Their automatics accuracy isn't quite up there with e.g. Rolex as far as I'm aware? Then again what they claim for accuracy is typically conservative, with owners reporting better accuracy than advertised (certainly been my experience).

I love Grand Seiko. You could stare at the level of detail and finishing for hours. If GS improved their bracelets that would be fixing the only weak link. Everything else is spot on. They're very conservative with their accuracy; a friend's GS spring drive diver was running at +2 seconds after 6 months.

MikeTimbers · 30 Dec 2018 at 11:50

I know some on here regard Farer as overpriced (I have a Hopewell) but I do think their new Chronographs are nice:

https://farer.com/products/segrave