so you are sitting in a smart restaurant, you are really going to get your phone out to check the time ?
What watch do you wear?
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so you are sitting in a smart restaurant, you are really going to get your phone out to check the time ?
I have. Wouldn't bother me in the slightest. If someone at the next table judges me for it then that's their problem - not mine.
I like watches, but they tend to be fashion items for many people now.
You guys have got taste!Was planning on a C60 on a nato as my payday treat at the end of the week
Hmm the question for me though is which strap do I want? I never used to get along with metal, but that was ages ago... but I do think leather looks the best (even though it can't go in water diving). Hmm...
In some cases I agree with you, Armani watches for example.
Oh speaking of Armani, when Chris and I were in the jewellers, we found a rep who was standing next to a woman who was sorting out/cleaning a load of Armani watches and after looking at the Longines Chris pointed out a nice looking Armani watch and said
"see they look nice, but I wouldn't touch one with a barge pole, really bad quality and just ****"
Jeweller rep smirked then says "that lady is a rep from Armani"
I couldn't help it I burst out laughing
- especially after seeing the look of hatred on her face 
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They always have been, even the old pocket watches with the gold chain - just bling for Victorian gents...
These days though you do seem to pay a premium for the brand - unless you're spending large amounts on a watch using in-house movements then your typical £2k watch can often be using the same ETA movement as some other watch for £500... though they might have renamed the movement and given the impression that they've done something significant to it, in reality they often haven't.
They always have been, even the old pocket watches with the gold chain - just bling for Victorian gents...
These days though you do seem to pay a premium for the brand - unless you're spending large amounts on a watch using in-house movements then your typical £2k watch can often be using the same ETA movement as some other watch for £500... though they might have renamed the movement and given the impression that they've done something significant to it, in reality they often haven't.
as you say the £1k to £2k watch price bracket is very confusing with a lot of stuff with no reason that could justify the price tag
Guys, I just checked the Christopher Ward forum and on Monday there is a 30% sale on the C5 Malvers. However he is doing a "preview" for their forum members, so you can bag one this weekend http://www.christopherward.co.uk/sale/preview/mens-30/hidden2/hidden.html
I can get one for £154 ex VAT! Seems absurd not to buy one as a backup for that price, and I will get the C60 later. The Quartz version is also absurdly cheap at £115 inc VAT!
Only question is... black dial or white dial?
I can get one for £154 ex VAT! Seems absurd not to buy one as a backup for that price, and I will get the C60 later. The Quartz version is also absurdly cheap at £115 inc VAT!
Only question is... black dial or white dial?
to fund, but it was worth it.
Ok, just bought the Christopher Ward C5 Malvern with black dial for £165inc delivery... seems pretty stupendous value for a true Swiss made and movement watch to be honest, and will do me perfectly as a starter watch for all-purpose wear. Resale value will be good too I imagine. 
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My Skagen keeps randomly stopping again, so looks like I'm going to have to take it back to Goldsmiths, for what I think is the 4th time now. Which is just a right **** take, I've not even had it two years yet.
Do I have any rights or anything to get a refund / complete replacement? Or not because of how long I've had it? I do have their like extra long warranty / insurance thing which I bought with the watch when I got it.
Do I have any rights or anything to get a refund / complete replacement? Or not because of how long I've had it? I do have their like extra long warranty / insurance thing which I bought with the watch when I got it.
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3 years warranty its says on that make. I'd be asking for a new one after three attempts going on a fourth. Might have to push it up the ladder a bit, don't accept a repair imo, it's not fit for purpose.
Much quicker to look at a watch then to take a phone out of your pocket, have to unlock it etc.
Definitely wouldn't say watches are obsolete.
unless there is something in the warranty you have, no, you do not have any right to demand refund/replacement.
I'm actually, disgustingly, giving thought to buying a replica watch of good quality. I live in Switzerland, and while i'd love to spend a months salary on a nice watch, i'm simply not in a position or mindset to do so. If im honest with myself I just want a nice watch as a fashion accessory rather than for love of having an amazing watch, so I figure if I get a good replica, then no-one will question it as here in Switzerland it's nothing unusual to see Omegas, Tags, Rolex's etc etc... and certainly no-one (other than anyone who knew me well, but id admit it to them anyway) would ever suspect me of buying a fake. Only I kwould know, and my conscience would be cool with it.
Yes, I know you watch lovers are now sniffing the air in disgust... but can anyone recommend a good replica company?
EDIT - Just seen this place http://replicaperfection.com/
Seems the replicas are also made in Switzerland with ETA movement... making the replicas better than most genuine but non-Swiss watches out there anyway!
the other hand of course, is that because there are so many who wear the genuine article, they will find it very easy to spot a fake...so make sure your replica is up to scratch.
Seiko cover the entire range from the cheap to the pretty expensive. CW are better than the lowest seikos...they aren't omega level.
Very good watchmaker tho.