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Soldato
My Ocean One Black arrived today at work.
After getting it out of the box I had to let it adjust to room temperature, felt like it was dipped in liquid nitrogen! As soon as my warm lusting hands touched it, it steamed up like a gooden.
After a while I took it out and unwrapped it:
First impressions: Very high quality in all areas, great detailing on the indices and hands. The quality of the bracelet is a pleasant surprise. I wasn't expecting too much, but it really is nice, up there with my Seiko Oyster bracelet. I had the size adjusted in minutes with the screw links, took 2 links out and micro adjusted the strap by one position. Feels very comfortable after wearing it all day.
Nice turning motion on the crown, no give. The bezel grip and sound are fantastic. Probably the best out of all my collection, the bezel clicks sound like an automatic machine gun.
A diver with a suit? Yeah go on then! (I really need to get some new formal work shirts
)
Lume is pretty good. Not as strong as the Orange Monster, but still decent.
I was worried about the cyclops, but I think I can live with it. Welcome to the collection.
After getting it out of the box I had to let it adjust to room temperature, felt like it was dipped in liquid nitrogen! As soon as my warm lusting hands touched it, it steamed up like a gooden.
After a while I took it out and unwrapped it:
First impressions: Very high quality in all areas, great detailing on the indices and hands. The quality of the bracelet is a pleasant surprise. I wasn't expecting too much, but it really is nice, up there with my Seiko Oyster bracelet. I had the size adjusted in minutes with the screw links, took 2 links out and micro adjusted the strap by one position. Feels very comfortable after wearing it all day.
Nice turning motion on the crown, no give. The bezel grip and sound are fantastic. Probably the best out of all my collection, the bezel clicks sound like an automatic machine gun.
A diver with a suit? Yeah go on then! (I really need to get some new formal work shirts
)
Lume is pretty good. Not as strong as the Orange Monster, but still decent.
I was worried about the cyclops, but I think I can live with it. Welcome to the collection.
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Caporegime
Bargain at £300 !
Soldato
Very happy with it Raymond 
. It's exceeded my expectations. It's a solid piece (weighs in heavier than the Orange Monster, 185g vs 175g) but wears very well and definitely wears big.
The ceramic bezel looks good also, it's more charcoal than black. But I think it suits it well.
. It's exceeded my expectations. It's a solid piece (weighs in heavier than the Orange Monster, 185g vs 175g) but wears very well and definitely wears big.The ceramic bezel looks good also, it's more charcoal than black. But I think it suits it well.
Soldato
I placed the order on the 4th Jan.
Have you had confirmation of payment yet?
Have you had confirmation of payment yet?
Nothing. Had confirmation of the order on the 9th, paid by bank transfer, then nada. Ah well, no rush. Raymond said it took 17 days from order to dispatch notice and we're not there yet!
Soldato
Very nice 2step - was that direct from Steinhart? and did you get hot for any import duty / VAT with it being in the EU?
Caporegime
Direct from their site, there is no duty to speak of.
Soldato
Thanks Raymond
Soldato
I echo the comments on that Ocean One Black. It looks gorgeous and I've been thinking of getting one myself to replace my Seiko SKX007K2 which is starting to get on my nerves. One thing I don't like about the Seiko is how thick or chunky it is. I didn't realise how chunky it would be before I bought it.
How chunky are the Ocean Ones?
How chunky are the Ocean Ones?
Caporegime
It is chunky but proportionate, the weight is evenly distributed and balanced to the bracelet. Yes, I can feel it on my wrist but in a good reassuring way.
Soldato
It's definitely chunky and I agree you that you can feel that it's on your wrist but it sits well. I think mine is going to turn out to be quite accurate judging from the 12 hours that I've had it running.
The spec list is huge for the cost. ETA movement, sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel in such a fine package. I think the honeymoon period will be a long one with the Ocean One Black.
In other news, it's rumoured that the Christopher Ward C60 new model will be announced tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing what it's like (date window!).
The spec list is huge for the cost. ETA movement, sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel in such a fine package. I think the honeymoon period will be a long one with the Ocean One Black.
In other news, it's rumoured that the Christopher Ward C60 new model will be announced tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing what it's like (date window!).
Panerai claim the fault with my 372 was caused by an impact and not covered by warranty
How they have come up with this I have no idea, it certainly has not had an impact and there is hardly a mark on it
The supplying dealer is speaking to them and another technician will be re examining it
How they have come up with this I have no idea, it certainly has not had an impact and there is hardly a mark on it
The supplying dealer is speaking to them and another technician will be re examining it
Soldato
Soldato
What shady Bar Stewards, that is very bad customer servivce and clearly they are trying to weasel out of a repair.
Tell them you will tell the internets about it on every watch forum you can find... the negative feedback will surely cost them a few sales which are worth well in excess of whatever your repair would cost.
Soldato
Todays selection for working from home
Breitling did exactly the same to me mate, ended up shelling out £1350 odd quid
Hoping you get luckier than I did
Man of Honour
Hmm they do say it's guaranteed genuine so if it isn;t you will get your money back via PayPal/eBay. At that price it may be worth a punt. They do state a sale so perhaps it could be legit.
No photos of the watch itself though, just stock image...