What watch do you wear?

shaank · 24 Jun 2021 at 13:43

My Tudor BBB died on me - it's away back to a Rolex dealer for repair, might be 8 weeks argh!

Tiny Clanger · 30 Jun 2021 at 20:29

Having spent a while umm-ing and arr-ing, finally bit the bullet and made a purchase:

Terrible picture I'm afraid - looks so much better in real life...

mrk · 30 Jun 2021 at 20:31

And the Black Bay warranty works seem to continue

Wonder wtf is going on with those movements?

Barton Bands have a new range of tropic straps out, quick release, locking keeper system, taper and not silicone but TPU rubber, so dust proof: https://www.bartonwatchbands.com/collections/tropical-style-quick-release-watch-bands

Tempted to buy one just for curiosity see what they're like.

Edit*
Nice Aquascaphe!

Mobius 1 · 30 Jun 2021 at 20:42

Something in wrong with some black bays ? Mine is keeping excellent time

dod · 30 Jun 2021 at 21:52

Mobius 1 said:
Something in wrong with some black bays ? Mine is keeping excellent time

Mine too, absolutely no complaints

Mobius 1 · 1 Jul 2021 at 05:16

Considering one of these as my next buy. Liking the contrast between the white “bezel” and blue watch face

edit - Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor, 41mm, and 47mm lug to lug.

Richdog · 1 Jul 2021 at 06:01

Mobius 1 said:
Considering one of these as my next buy. Liking the contrast between the white “bezel” and blue watch face edit - Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor, 41mm, and 47mm lug to lug.

Just my opinion of course, but I think that is one of the outright ugliest diving watches I have ever seen. The bright red hand and 12 o clock bezel marking looks cheap and garish. The CW logo also looks really crap now that it is typed out in full words with that inelegant and overly rounded font. And for a grand? Christ. :eek:

I would take my budget elsewhere and get a watch from a more respectable brand with some pedigree and design chops that will actually hold some value. CW is imo a second-rate brand that capitalized on the initial popularity it had for providing elegant Swiss-made watches at reasonable prices then got carried away and priced itself out of the market a while ago.

For a grand I would rather get a Longines Hydroconquest which is imo a timeless design https://www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk/Longines-Conquest-VHP-Mens-Watch-L37424566/p/17470176

Mobius 1 · 1 Jul 2021 at 06:47

Thanks for the opinion @Richdog ill take a look at some other stuff too

not sure what I’m really looking for next tbh. Not really interested in dress watches, as I rarely wear suits or blazers.

Bluecube · 1 Jul 2021 at 06:55

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. By contrast, I really like the look of that CW watch precisely because of the red contrast markings! I wouldn’t give the Longines a second look. To my eyes it’s bland, dull and just like every other diving style watch on the market. That’s why it’s a timeless design - it’s dull. Complete snoreville.

Mobius 1 · 1 Jul 2021 at 07:17

Bluecube said:
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. By contrast, I really like the look of that CW watch precisely because of the red contrast markings! I wouldn’t give the Longines a second look. To my eyes it’s bland, dull and just like every other diving style watch on the market. That’s why it’s a timeless design - it’s dull. Complete snoreville.

Indeed ! I think CW stands out from the crowd, and is a bit different. Which is what interested me in the first place

Bluecube · 1 Jul 2021 at 08:07

Mobius 1 said:
Indeed ! I think CW stands out from the crowd, and is a bit different. Which is what interested me in the first place

We’re singing from the same hymn sheet. The red hands, the blue face and the white surround are all plus points for me. CW has produced some really interesting designs recently. It’s definitely a brand I’m keeping a close eye on.

Mobius 1 · 1 Jul 2021 at 08:15

Bluecube said:
We’re singing from the same hymn sheet. The red hands, the blue face and the white surround are all plus points for me. CW has produced some really interesting designs recently. It’s definitely a brand I’m keeping a close eye on.

Aye. They do have some very nice pieces. I’d never heard of them until I started browsing watch forums. The case back looks great on the c65

Parsley · 1 Jul 2021 at 11:12

Wait for the sales with CW, or sign up for their catalogue book thing / email list. They regularly give out £100 off vouchers.

rhobbyh · 1 Jul 2021 at 11:40

Ive got the C60 sapphire, which i think is a very nice watch. They've since bought out the orange and black versions which also look pretty cool.

That Super Compressor was heavily marketed about 6 months ago and I really disliked it, I saw it on the occasional 'nearly new' section on the website sub £500. Ive since seen it in the flesh and changed my mind completely and kicked myself for not picking it up at that sort of price.

If your in the vicinity of Maindenhead theyve got a showroom somewhere around those parts.

Mobius 1 · 1 Jul 2021 at 11:46

Thanks for the tips fellas ! I can actually bag one, brand new for £830 ! I know someone selling one as they bought the wrong colour.

Derek W · 1 Jul 2021 at 13:23

Mobius 1 said:
Thanks for the tips fellas ! I can actually bag one, brand new for £830 ! I know someone selling one as they bought the wrong colour.

I'm sure i keep receiving a discount code of Loupe20 or Loupe12 for the £100 off. Unfortunately I think I've deleted my emails with the code on it.

Minusorange · 1 Jul 2021 at 14:44

I want the New CW C65

Tek81 · 1 Jul 2021 at 20:26

Tiny Clanger said:
Having spent a while umm-ing and arr-ing, finally bit the bullet and made a purchase:

Terrible picture I'm afraid - looks so much better in real life...

Good choice; it's a smart looking watch. I'm considering getting one in favour of the MKii Tornek Rayville, which seems perpetually out of stock.

panthro · 1 Jul 2021 at 21:52

Minusorange said:
I want the New CW C65

Same. Lovely looking watch and only £600.

Tiny Clanger · 1 Jul 2021 at 22:22

Tek81 said:
Good choice; it's a smart looking watch.

Thank you - I have to say I am really pleased with it. I took @mrk's advice (always a good thing to do!) and asked for a blue tropic strap rather than the standard black - which really compliments the overall colour scheme.