What watch do you wear?

scrivz69 · 10 May 2019 at 23:14

I have just bought a Seiko SKX009J and I love it. I don't get a chance to wear my seamaster much so just wanted something I could chuck on and not worry about.

hughtrimble · 11 May 2019 at 01:37

scrivz69 said:
I have just bought a Seiko SKX009J and I love it. I don't get a chance to wear my seamaster much so just wanted something I could chuck on and not worry about.

Great little watches those. Work very well on lots of different straps too.

scrivz69 · 11 May 2019 at 12:40

close gas stations to me

Tek81 · 14 May 2019 at 15:17

Just put a NATO strap on this; better in the summer as it doesn't result in sweaty wrists and it's a lot more comfortable when swimming.

hughtrimble · 14 May 2019 at 16:02

Pro Hunter DLC a Mil and then double the RRP? Blimey!

Van Diemen · 15 May 2019 at 00:04

New & very pleasant surprise incoming today:

Rikki · 15 May 2019 at 12:34

tek81 said:
Just put a NATO strap on this; better in the summer as it doesn't result in sweaty wrists and it's a lot more comfortable when swimming.

Love it - but wont the nato rub away the DLC/PVD ?

Tek81 · 15 May 2019 at 12:46

Rikki said:
Love it - but wont the nato rub away the DLC/PVD ?

The watch has been through hell since I was given it five years ago, and it still doesn't show any signs of wear to the finish, so I'm assuming it'll be ok. Just to be safe though, I've ordered an official NATO from Prohunter as this one's a bit crap.

panthro · 15 May 2019 at 14:14

tek81 said:
Just put a NATO strap on this; better in the summer as it doesn't result in sweaty wrists and it's a lot more comfortable when swimming.

Are you on this list?

http://www.discoverprohunter.com/en/owners/

Rikki · 15 May 2019 at 16:33

tek81 said:
The watch has been through hell since I was given it five years ago, and it still doesn't show any signs of wear to the finish, so I'm assuming it'll be ok. Just to be safe though, I've ordered an official NATO from Prohunter as this one's a bit crap.

Impressed! Ive never seen a DLC / PVD watch stand up.

panthro · 16 May 2019 at 14:57

Rikki said:
Impressed! Ive never seen a DLC / PVD watch stand up.

If you've seen DLC wear, then it's not DLC.
https://www.revolution.watch/cartie...ed-after-three-years-of-constant-use/?archive

hughtrimble · 16 May 2019 at 15:02

panthro said:
If you've seen DLC wear, then it's not DLC.
https://www.revolution.watch/cartie...ed-after-three-years-of-constant-use/?archive

That's not the case, it's just that not all DLC coatings are created equal. DLC can wear off if it's not been applied well, for example

panthro · 16 May 2019 at 15:18

hughtrimble said:
That's not the case, it's just that not all DLC coatings are created equal. DLC can wear off if it's not been applied well, for example

That's very true actually but I've never seen correctly applied DLC wear, and if it does then it's most likely down to poor preparation.

JAYZ303 · 19 May 2019 at 02:50

None.

Rikki · 20 May 2019 at 22:48

For the 40th episode of the Scottish Watches Podcast we got to chat with Ariel Adams from ABlogToWatch. If you like watches then I'd recommend giving this episode a listen - first time Ive posted about it as it is a stand out episode. Here's the link with player options inside. Have a great week folks!

- http://www.scottishwatches.co.uk/20...ast-40-with-ariel-adams-from-a-blog-to-watch/

Spit · 27 May 2019 at 11:28

I don’t know a lot about watches but it’s the time in my life I think I should get a nice one and dump the Apple Watch!

I like the look of this, good buy?

https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Seamaster 300m/210.32.42.20.03.001/37830/item/133237

hughtrimble · 27 May 2019 at 12:45

Watchfinder will never be a good buy. Over priced with shady practices such as holding back spare links and selling them on eBay.

Spit · 27 May 2019 at 12:51

hughtrimble said:
Watchfinder will never be a good buy. Over priced with shady practices such as holding back spare links and selling them on eBay.

Where is best to buy then?

Rikki · 27 May 2019 at 15:19

For that, walk into any Omega dealer and if they have it in stock try it on. Hum and haw a bit, rub your chin then say its a bit too pricey. See if they bite. Or say youve seen it cheaper online. See if they bite. Do this around now / end of the month when targets are key.

You should get a deal.

Or...

https://www.jomashop.com/omega-watch-210-32-42-20-03-001.html

Scozzer · 27 May 2019 at 15:28

hughtrimble said:
Watchfinder will never be a good buy. Over priced with shady practices such as holding back spare links and selling them on eBay.

Just to even out the experiences a little, I’ve never had a bad experience with them; links, paperwork and bezel protectors etc always included and discounts given relatively easily.