What watch do you wear?

mrk · 3 Jun 2013 at 18:49

Opens the same way on almost all dive extensions on bracelets, some just require a bit of a tug a few times

Cosimo · 3 Jun 2013 at 19:04

Guest2 said:
Still cant get it open, im rubbish!
It looks easy in the video too

Edit - got it. I was pressing up against the bit that folds in. Easy to do now (love how the mechanism works)

It's easy once you work it out. Don't break it.

Cosimo · 3 Jun 2013 at 20:27

Guest2 said:
Thanks - I have emailed Omega but think I will need to the Chronometer certificate card from the retail store I bought the watch

Please keep us updated on this one.

randomshenans · 4 Jun 2013 at 14:18

I totally nearly bought something else. Again, it was the right price, but I still have that paypal issue, so didn't want to dick the dude about.

Was a 1958 Rolex Oyster Royal, didn't sell (bad ad) and that was at 650quid.

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Totally would have had that. Even to flip it!

Phate · 4 Jun 2013 at 14:37

Nameless_87 said:
Anyone has experience with something similar to this Hamilton or this one?

I saw it in MIB3 and it's got a unique style and will not break the bank... just don't know if it's 'smart' compared to a grand seiko and I've never had anything of that shape!

I don't know which one of the above I like the most!

I have a Hamilton, it's neither of those models though. Either way it's not missed a beat in the year I've owned it and I still love it.

Nameless_87 · 4 Jun 2013 at 15:37

Phate said:
I have a Hamilton, it's neither of those models though. Either way it's not missed a beat in the year I've owned it and I still love it.

Hi Phate... yes yesterday I searched through this thread yesterday and saw your Hamilton... WOW looks great!

It's definitely in my shortlist now... I don't know if I should get bracelet or leather strap though!

I also like this one. I gotta say Hamilton make some beautiful watches!

I also need a good shop in Glasgow or Edinburgh (since I'm not from UK and will be in Glasgow and Edinburgh in August)!

Skidder · 4 Jun 2013 at 17:52

Nameless_87 said:
Hi Phate... yes yesterday I searched through this thread yesterday and saw your Hamilton... WOW looks great!

It's definitely in my shortlist now... I don't know if I should get bracelet or leather strap though!

I also like this one. I gotta say Hamilton make some beautiful watches!

I also need a good shop in Glasgow or Edinburgh (since I'm not from UK and will be in Glasgow and Edinburgh in August)!

always buy bracelet. even if you plan to have it on a strap buy a bracelet, it is usually far more expensive to buy an oem bracelet separately rather than with a watch

Kingorgg · 4 Jun 2013 at 20:15

My watch, just got it today from work.

It is this:
http://www.victorinox.com/ch/produc...ctions/Officer-s/Officer-39-s-Day-Date/241549

Greeny93 · 4 Jun 2013 at 20:32

Slightly off topic but...

I've had my watch just over a year, and it's looking pretty grubby !

Just general dirt between the links... Anyone got any tips on how to clean it? :l

Was debating getting an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner, if anyone has experience of these?

Any advice appreciated, thanks !

mrk · 4 Jun 2013 at 20:33

Nice! Although...

This OFFICER'S watch will be delivery in a special packaging with an exclusive pocket knife matching with the dial color and pattern of the OFFICER'S timepiece.

I can't be the only one who smirked

Edit*
Browsed their watches, properly liking this: http://www.victorinox.com/ch/produc...llections/Infantry/Infantry-Mechanical/241565

Greeny93 said:
Slightly off topic but...

I've had my watch just over a year, and it's looking pretty grubby !

Just general dirt between the links... Anyone got any tips on how to clean it? :l

Was debating getting an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner, if anyone has experience of these?

Any advice appreciated, thanks !

Just get a small craft brush with soft bristles and brush in the bracelet link bits under soapy water?

randomshenans · 5 Jun 2013 at 08:22

Skidder said:
always buy bracelet. even if you plan to have it on a strap buy a bracelet, it is usually far more expensive to buy an oem bracelet separately rather than with a watch

Always found this. That PRC200 for example, the bracelet to buy on that is 100quid alone, yet got mine for 120 with bracelet.

mrk · 5 Jun 2013 at 08:33

149

^

I've ordered a dark blue Hirsche Osiris leather strap for my watch for when I want a different look having seen pictures from others on their hydros recently.

I already have a good quality deployment clasp so it worked out cheap enough to be worth a go.

randomshenans · 5 Jun 2013 at 08:54

I'd like some more clasps to go with some of my others. e.g. I'd like a smaller Longines one to go with my vintage one, but they cost a bomb for a clasp, if I want a longines one as well.

Guest2 · 5 Jun 2013 at 11:55

Cosimo said:
Please keep us updated on this one.

Dear [me],

Thank you for your correspondence regarding your Omega watch.

I have noted your comments and can confirm that the “Chronometer Certificate” card is no longer issued with our watches. The information confirming that the watch is chronometer can be found on the "Pictograms" card and you can also find the mention "Chronometer" on the dial of a COSC watch.

I trust the above has helped to clarify matters and should you require further information please contact our service department on 0845 899 0086.

Kind Regards,
[her]

I have emailed back;

Hi [her],

Thanks for the reply. Do Omega still send out COSC certificates (papers not cards) as detailed below?

http://seamasterreferencepage.com/srp/featured/ordering-your-cosc-certificate-from-omega/

If so, please let me know and I will provide pictures warranty card, pictograms and receipt from Omega Boutique in Leeds where I purchased the watch new last week

Regards
[me]

madtoady · 5 Jun 2013 at 17:17

Just bought a watch, 1st watch I've had/worn for about 5 years.

randomshenans · 6 Jun 2013 at 18:11

I have a question...

I'm looking for a new crystal for this:

where's best to look?

mrk · 6 Jun 2013 at 18:15

Hirsch strap arrived, fitted

I was not a fan of the leather on the Tissot PRC 200 but this works just fine and is more comfortable. I'll cycle between bracelet and leather every now and then and it should mean the bracelet gets less scrapings off desks etc at work. Colour matches too

gitbags · 6 Jun 2013 at 18:28

Can't say I would have picked that strap, but it looks like it goes really well with your diver mrk.

aayzof · 6 Jun 2013 at 18:41

I think that strap looks great. I'm after a similar blue HIRSCH for my Omega Seamaster and that colour looks like it would match perfectly. :cool:

randomshenans · 6 Jun 2013 at 18:46

aayzof said:
I think that strap looks great. I'm after a similar blue HIRSCH for my Omega Seamaster and that colour looks like it would match perfectly.

I was thinking the same looking at that. Really like the combo, but didn't think I would!