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My first thought was "That is a really horrible blue", and then I scrolled down..
AR coating for the win
What watch do you wear?
- Thread starter Doran
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AR coating for the win
Man of Honour
That's a lovely watch.
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Found this lurking in the bottom of my watch box
Don't think it will see the day out
Don't think it will see the day out
Associate
So what's the consensus feeling about the Steinhart Ocean 1? I've been pining over a green bezel Submariner recently but the value for money seeker in me can't really justify ~£5k for a nearly new one. The Steinhart certainly looks like 80% of the watch for 5% of the money but I'm not sure. Is it just a mediocre homage to the Rolex or does it stand up by itself as a quality watch?
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For the money, im really impressed with my OMV and not disappointed in the slightest with the look or quality
Mini review - http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showpost.php?p=27605655&postcount=10529
Mini review - http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showpost.php?p=27605655&postcount=10529
Associate
Cheers, that was helpful. I think I'll order one in the next week or so. I'm thinking about changing out the bracelet for a green and black NATO. Do I just need some spring bars and a spring bar tool to do this?
Soldato
No probs, glad you found it helpful 
You can use the spring bars which come with the watch and used for the provided bracelet.
Yes, get a springbar removal tool, pop them out, remove the bracelet, pop the springbars back in and thread the Nato on
You can use the spring bars which come with the watch and used for the provided bracelet.
Yes, get a springbar removal tool, pop them out, remove the bracelet, pop the springbars back in and thread the Nato on
Associate
Found this lurking in the bottom of my watch box
Don't think it will see the day out
I've yet to see a watch where Roman numerals look "awesome"
Associate
Excellent. I'm a bit torn between this one
http://rltwatches.co.uk/opencart/index.php?route=product/product&path=3_14_15&product_id=82
Or just a plain black. I might just get both and see what happens.
http://rltwatches.co.uk/opencart/index.php?route=product/product&path=3_14_15&product_id=82
Or just a plain black. I might just get both and see what happens.
Panerai California ( althiohgb the Roman's are only on 1/2 the markers)
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Oh and Maranez Mini Review:
After seeing and reading about them on the forum I decided to take a look at the Maranezs here MARANEZ and plumped for the Rawai. I went for the Brushed Stainless Steel with Blue Califonia dial, silver hands and C3 Superluminova.
Specs (from the website) are:
It was $349 delivered to the UK (just over £234) and ordered on the 12th February. I had instant notification of payment and tracking details / confirmation of shipping within 12 hours. It was delivered safe and sound (this morning) four days later - Well done Fedex!
The package arrived in good order:
And inside the Fedex bag a polystyrene box, in perfect condition:
Inside the polystyrene (like a Russian Doll) was a touch plastic cylinder with screw top !
Once opened the inner split foam packaging ensured the watch and accessories were indeed safe and sound after travelling half way round the globe:
It included the Watch (fitted to the darker strap), lighter strap, warranty card, screwdriver (for the screwed strap bars) and two spare bars !
And to the watch
It definitely feels solid and the bezel is rock solid. The straps are both of more than acceptable standard and the chunky buckle comes complete with logo detail
As does the case back
A nice finish all round and again lovely workmanship and real solid chunky construction
Look at that crown !
So off with the strap
And some comparison shots against a Steinhart OMV
And some ( 7 1/4") wrist shots
It really is a lovely watch, really "my thing" and the two straps are a great compliment and give good contract with the two colours. In terms of quality for the specs and money I really do think this is a corker of a watch, very very happy indeed!
Imgur gallery here Maranez Rawai - Album on Imgur
I've also ordered three C&B 24mm natos to give more options on the straps - will post more pics when they arrive
After seeing and reading about them on the forum I decided to take a look at the Maranezs here MARANEZ and plumped for the Rawai. I went for the Brushed Stainless Steel with Blue Califonia dial, silver hands and C3 Superluminova.
Specs (from the website) are:
It was $349 delivered to the UK (just over £234) and ordered on the 12th February. I had instant notification of payment and tracking details / confirmation of shipping within 12 hours. It was delivered safe and sound (this morning) four days later - Well done Fedex!
The package arrived in good order:
And inside the Fedex bag a polystyrene box, in perfect condition:
Inside the polystyrene (like a Russian Doll) was a touch plastic cylinder with screw top !
Once opened the inner split foam packaging ensured the watch and accessories were indeed safe and sound after travelling half way round the globe:
It included the Watch (fitted to the darker strap), lighter strap, warranty card, screwdriver (for the screwed strap bars) and two spare bars !
And to the watch
It definitely feels solid and the bezel is rock solid. The straps are both of more than acceptable standard and the chunky buckle comes complete with logo detail
As does the case back
A nice finish all round and again lovely workmanship and real solid chunky construction
Look at that crown !
So off with the strap
And some comparison shots against a Steinhart OMV
And some ( 7 1/4") wrist shots
It really is a lovely watch, really "my thing" and the two straps are a great compliment and give good contract with the two colours. In terms of quality for the specs and money I really do think this is a corker of a watch, very very happy indeed!
Imgur gallery here Maranez Rawai - Album on Imgur
I've also ordered three C&B 24mm natos to give more options on the straps - will post more pics when they arrive
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Found this lurking in the bottom of my watch box
Don't think it will see the day out
Didn't last the day, don't really like it I've only worn it about 5 times in the last god knows how many years
so
Man of Honour
Give it back 
Actually I don't want it back unless it magically expands to 22mnm
Actually I don't want it back unless it magically expands to 22mnm
Soldato
And if it will go 24mm ill push MrK out the way for it 
Associate
A tissot t-sport titanium for me.
should have given her a clean before the photo though.
should have given her a clean before the photo though.
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Very nearly complimented a waiter this evening for what, on initial glance, looked like an SS Daytona, quickly spotted the words "Rotary" on the face though.
Still not sure how I feel about Rotary watches, I understand it will allows you to wear the design of your favorite premium watch at a much more affordable price, but they could at least try to be a little different
Still not sure how I feel about Rotary watches, I understand it will allows you to wear the design of your favorite premium watch at a much more affordable price, but they could at least try to be a little different