What watch do you wear?
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I’ve been eyeing the Farer Lomond II the last few days.
Farer - Lomond II Field Watch - 38mm Swiss-Made Automatic Watch
British design. Swiss made. Affordable Mechanical watches. Field watch with textured navy blue dial. 30-day FREE Global Returns. 60-month Movement Guarantee.
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Anyone have experience with Farer?
They seem to get decent reviews. I know it's totally subjective but I'm not a fan of pointer dates- they take up a lot of visual space for a complication that you don't refer to that often, and can otherwise be elegantly hidden in a date window. GMT on the other hand, I'm all for!I’ve been eyeing the Farer Lomond II the last few days.
Farer - Lomond II Field Watch - 38mm Swiss-Made Automatic Watch
British design. Swiss made. Affordable Mechanical watches. Field watch with textured navy blue dial. 30-day FREE Global Returns. 60-month Movement Guarantee.
Anyone have experience with Farer?
The Farer has a toolless microadjust which is great. If I had to choose one watch, it'd be a must-have.
The Farer GMT is also nice, just not as nice imo as the Lomond. 36mm is on the smaller side.
Farer - Palmer 36mm GMT - Swiss-Made Automatic Watch
GMT dual time + date automatic watch with a pearlescent opaline dial and St. Venere leather strap.
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The other watch I'm interested in is Oris Big Crown ProPilot, seems they can be had for around £1,300 new.
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ORIS Big Crown ProPilot Big Date Automatic (41mm) Grey Dial / 01 751 7761 4063-07 3 20 03LC - First Class Watches™
ORIS 01 751 7761 4063-07 3 20 03LC - . Oris is a brand dedicated to quality and exceptional craftsmanship. Since 1904, the brand has been creating timepieces of unprecedented standard. Oris is one of a small number of Swiss watchmakers who only manufacture mechanical watches. With a longstanding...
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Always liked these, nice watchThe other watch I'm interested in is Oris Big Crown ProPilot, seems they can be had for around £1,300 new.
ORIS Big Crown ProPilot Big Date Automatic (41mm) Grey Dial / 01 751 7761 4063-07 3 20 03LC - First Class Watches™
ORIS 01 751 7761 4063-07 3 20 03LC - . Oris is a brand dedicated to quality and exceptional craftsmanship. Since 1904, the brand has been creating timepieces of unprecedented standard. Oris is one of a small number of Swiss watchmakers who only manufacture mechanical watches. With a longstanding...
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Can anyone help me identify the model of this Omega Constellation? It was my dad's and isn't running. It's an automatic, but stops after about 30-60 seconds.
Wondering whether it's fixable, but have no idea of watch value or repair costs...
Wondering whether it's fixable, but have no idea of watch value or repair costs...
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Here's a similar one https://www.chrono24.co.uk/omega/constellation--id36695774.htm?searchHash=5eb3611e_iSsXbg&pos=65 I think the best thing to do is take it to a local jewellers and get them to open it up for you. They'll be able to tell you what type of movement is in the watch which may be able to date it better. My rough estimate is between 1950s - 1970s although looking at Chrono24 a number of the 50s watches had the 'Pie Pan' dial so probably a later model.
Depending on whats wrong with the watch, again possible issues could be a broken mainspring or something not quite seated probably or even, just in need of a good service as old crusty oil might be working against the movement. A local jeweller could provide this for a few hundred pounds but they may have to send it off to Omega if a parts not readily available but due to the age of the watch some companies don't even repair them which is ludicrous. Omega service pricing here https://www.omegawatches.com/en-gb/customer-service/interventions-and-prices/complete-service
I'm starting to get the itch for another new watch. I'm tempted by the Mido TV Big Date.
www.midowatches.com
Multifort TV Big Date
Discover the MIDO Swiss watch Multifort TV Big Date ( M049.526.17.081.00 ). Find the nearest store and discover MIDO Watches.
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So I tried the Oris Big Crown pro pilot on and didn't like how it looked.
I'm currently looking at Seiko or Hamilton for a field watch. Seiko being very reasonable (£280) and Hamilton I'm struggling a bit to find the exact model I like the look of. I was almost set on the Khaki officers watch but the lugs are so big it looks goofy on non-nato straps.
I'm looking at the Khaki Field Auto, but I'm unsure about the polished bezel.
www.hamiltonwatch.com
The other I'm looking at is a Seiko 5 sports field variant e.g.
www.seikowatches.com
or
www.seikowatches.com
Which ever way I go I'll probably switch up the straps almost immediately.
If I go with the Seiko it means I can get some other gifts for my 40th because it's so reasonable
I'm currently looking at Seiko or Hamilton for a field watch. Seiko being very reasonable (£280) and Hamilton I'm struggling a bit to find the exact model I like the look of. I was almost set on the Khaki officers watch but the lugs are so big it looks goofy on non-nato straps.
I'm looking at the Khaki Field Auto, but I'm unsure about the polished bezel.
Khaki Field Auto | H70455533
When you're planning an expedition, your essential equipment is reliable, resilient, functional and compact. At 38mm, this watch is punching above its weight when it comes to military inspired features. Bold looks, a rugged and robust case and strap and a movement that won't let you down. With...
The other I'm looking at is a Seiko 5 sports field variant e.g.
SRPG37 | Seiko Watch Corporation
Seiko is one of the few fully integrated watch manufactures. We design and develop our own movements using leading-edge technology.
www.seikowatches.com
or
SRPG27 | Seiko Watch Corporation
Seiko is one of the few fully integrated watch manufactures. We design and develop our own movements using leading-edge technology.
www.seikowatches.com
Which ever way I go I'll probably switch up the straps almost immediately.
If I go with the Seiko it means I can get some other gifts for my 40th because it's so reasonable
For a daily wear or one-watch collection I'd strongly suggest a Sapphire crystal (or acrylic, which you can polish yourself when you scratch it). Seikos around that price bracket are usually mineral.So I tried the Oris Big Crown pro pilot on and didn't like how it looked.
I'm currently looking at Seiko or Hamilton for a field watch. Seiko being very reasonable (£280) and Hamilton I'm struggling a bit to find the exact model I like the look of. I was almost set on the Khaki officers watch but the lugs are so big it looks goofy on non-nato straps.
I'm looking at the Khaki Field Auto, but I'm unsure about the polished bezel.
Khaki Field Auto | H70455533
When you're planning an expedition, your essential equipment is reliable, resilient, functional and compact. At 38mm, this watch is punching above its weight when it comes to military inspired features. Bold looks, a rugged and robust case and strap and a movement that won't let you down. With...
The other I'm looking at is a Seiko 5 sports field variant e.g.
SRPG37 | Seiko Watch Corporation
Seiko is one of the few fully integrated watch manufactures. We design and develop our own movements using leading-edge technology.
or
SRPG27 | Seiko Watch Corporation
Seiko is one of the few fully integrated watch manufactures. We design and develop our own movements using leading-edge technology.
Which ever way I go I'll probably switch up the straps almost immediately.
If I go with the Seiko it means I can get some other gifts for my 40th because it's so reasonable
Yea they are Hardlex. I’ve had Apple Watches before and those are standard glass, never has an issue with scratching. I’ve read you can mod the Seiko with sapphire.
Yup. You and me both.I'm starting to get the itch for another new watch. I'm tempted by the Mido TV Big Date.
Multifort TV Big Date
Discover the MIDO Swiss watch Multifort TV Big Date ( M049.526.17.081.00 ). Find the nearest store and discover MIDO Watches.
I quite like the black PVD one. Decisions decisions....
www.midowatches.com
Multifort TV Big Date
Discover the MIDO Swiss watch Multifort TV Big Date ( M049.526.33.081.00 ). Find the nearest store and discover MIDO Watches.
www.midowatches.com
My work Mudmaster has had about as much abuse as I can throw at it (pusher fell off, second hand fell off, and it's a bit bent), which a bit disappointing as my other work watch, a G-Shock GW-A1100FC has had more abuse for longer and is just fine..
So anyway I bought this to replace it, which may have been bit of a mistake (drunk shopping), guess I'll find out soon enough..
Yes, I know I need to set the time/date.
So anyway I bought this to replace it, which may have been bit of a mistake (drunk shopping), guess I'll find out soon enough..
Yes, I know I need to set the time/date.
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Recently upgraded from the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7. Immediately can notice a much improved battery life.
I finally bought a watch for my 40th. Really like the dark green with the tan.
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HYDROCONQUEST Automatic, Stainless Steel And Ceramic Bezel, Black Dial, Bracelet Watch | LONGINES GB
Discover the HYDROCONQUEST L3.781.4.05.6 stainless steel and ceramic bezel watch for man combining timeless elegance and the watchmaking expertise of Longines
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I've ordered the new Blancpain/Swatch Fifty Fathoms...
Was umm-ing & ahhh-ing before release at £350 MSRP, then the prices started shooting up (£420-500).
My brother (a jeweller/watchmaker up north) just managed to get one in at trade cost, so I've snapped his hand off.
Was umm-ing & ahhh-ing before release at £350 MSRP, then the prices started shooting up (£420-500).
My brother (a jeweller/watchmaker up north) just managed to get one in at trade cost, so I've snapped his hand off.