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    Watches - another OCD problem

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    • ChrisC
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      That sucks. 
      I hate it when manufacturers pull that kind of stunt.  Puts me off buying their product entirely.

      You should have popped open Finn's shipment and checked that one out, just for the heck of it. 😉

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      • SeulS
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        I did… DUH  😉 Finn knows the deal - I always put on his stuff first... Nice watch, really nice, but not my thing... Not into divers and all that...

        So yeah: cheap Seiko here I come I guess...

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        • ChrisC
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          Yeah, should've known… 😉

          While you may not be interested in that particular model, it does give you a good idea of the general quality in their watches.  So you might be interested in something like this:

          Since you've already got a cheap bracelet, this might fit your parameters…

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          • SeulS
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            What d'you think of this'un?..

            http://www.amazon.co.uk/Seiko-Automatic-SNX115K-Silver-Stainless-Steel/dp/B0012NZPUE/ref=pd_sim_sbs_watches_7

            Are those type of models made in Japan, Chris?.. Are cheaper Seikos, for that matter?..

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            • ChrisC
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              Seiko 5s have a solid reputation for quality, despite being the "value" line from Seiko.  Though from what I can tell, the difference between Seiko 5s and regular Seikos in the same general price range seems to be non-existent.  As for this particular model, I prefer numbers instead of hour markers and I refuse to buy watches without sapphire crystals any more.  I've scratched and gouged up every mineral crystal watch I've ever owned and I'm tired of replacing crystals.  That said, it's a good looking watch.

              Plus, at that price, it's hard to go wrong.  If you like it, go ahead and get it.

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              • U
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                Seiko 5s are brilliant watches. Great quality, great price.

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                • SeulS
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                  @Chris:

                  I refuse to buy watches without sapphire crystals any more.  I've scratched and gouged up every mineral crystal watch I've ever owned and I'm tired of replacing crystals.

                  See this is why I fucking ask you… Cause you bring up the issues I seem to forget about... Sapphire crystals or bust indeed!.. My Weil, despite having been abused, banged against metal and such, for YEARS now, only show slight scuff marks on the dial... Simply amazing...

                  Chris: if you come across, or know of another simple, classic styled decent watch, just post your links in here... Much obliged...

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                  • hecticH
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                    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ORIENT-MAKO-BLUE-FACE-AUTOMATIC-WATCH-/160915968096?pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item257756d060

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                    • SeulS
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                      That's the one I held in me hands just hours ago!..  I promise you Finn this is not my listing  😉

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                      • hecticH
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                        oh sorry man, its a good watch that's all.

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                        • hecticH
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                          dude, this is a UK brand that is quite new (<10 years) they often come up on ebay: http://www.christopherward.co.uk/men/dress.html

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                          • SeulS
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                            hectic: thanks mate!.. And yeah I have been hearing good things about C. Ward watches!.. Bit out of me budget right now, but might look into 'm later on!.. Thanks!..

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                            • thomasnunnallyT
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                              Yea, I like those hectic, going to take a better look!  Thanks!

                              Out with the new! In with the old!

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                              • urbanwoodsmanU
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                                Seul, I'm sure you could find a metal watch band for this.

                                I just got one and I fucking love it. They just restocked them after being sold out for 6 months.

                                http://www.countycomm.com/maratacpilotlarge.html

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                                • JiiJ
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                                  Urb, that Maratac looks absolutely stunning, I couldn't believe the price when I saw it. No wonder it's moving fast! Perfect on those zulus/natos!

                                  @Seul:

                                  What d'you think of this'un?..

                                  http://www.amazon.co.uk/Seiko-Automatic-SNX115K-Silver-Stainless-Steel/dp/B0012NZPUE/ref=pd_sim_sbs_watches_7

                                  I had a sister model of that one for a while, it was a a really nice watch for the money. The bracelet is comfy but it's a hollow link number so it's a bit flimsy feeling. The 5:s are never made in Japan, mainly in Singapore. The movement is a true and tested workhorse, not the most accurate but very reliable. You're looking at about +/- 10-15 seconds a day accuracies, which I think are fairly good - good enough even if you care about that sort of thing. In the sub 100€ range I'd definitely go for that one if it's what you're looking for lookswise.

                                  It's a bit tricky if you want a non-diver automatic with a sapphire crystal in the sub 200-300€ range with a good quality bracelet. And there's a reason why "better" bracelets cost what they cost, solid links and precision engineering comes with a price tag.

                                  AIAN HA-TO!

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                                  • SeulS
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                                    Sapphire, blue dial, no bullshit, 85 quid. What am I missing… I can live with a shitty bracelet... Made in Singapore?.. Excellent, no objections to that at all!..

                                    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Seiko-SGG717P1-Mens-Analogue-Watch/dp/B002W7U7B6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352362002&sr=8-1

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                                    • JiiJ
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                                      Well it's a quartz… Nothing wrong with that per se, just not my thing.

                                      AIAN HA-TO!

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                                      • SeulS
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                                        I'd rather have solar or auto but what the hey… My Weil is quartz and it's incredibly accurate plus the lifetime of the battery is simply mindbaffling... The original one is still in there...  😞

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                                        • ChrisC
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                                          Also only 35mm, which is a tad small by modern day standards.  Personally, I prefer them in the 42-44mm range.  Like Jii said, that's a personal preference thing, though.  Otherwise, it looks good to me.

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                                          • SeulS
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                                            Fuck it - I'll just get a new leather bracelet for my Weil (Hirsch strap, 30 €) and decide on a new watch next summer.

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