Watches - another OCD problem
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@Chiba J. I was adamant about getting the BB on a bracelet. Even though I have plans to possibly switch it out for a NATO strap next summer, I figured that it would always be better to have the bracelet longer term. The quality of the BB leather strap didn't quite cut it for me either.
@Qinhan While we're on the subject of quality leather, those straps look killer! I appreciate your artistry with the mocked-up Tudor face there too
@davito Completely agree with your longer post above. We can't really limit ourselves to styles of watches where the original design is applicable to our lifestyles. By the same logic, none of us would be wearing jeans or workboots unless we were working on a ranch or putting out bush fires. The Sub-style diver is just a simple classic in terms of utility and aesthetics.
Really enjoying this thread lately btw.
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congrats on a beautiful watch guys @Sugar Mountain @davito wear them in good health. I nearly bought one myself but decided not to and save up until I can afford a Rolex Sub. Nonetheless, Tudor nailed it with the reasonable price and handsome design.
Anyway, here is my daily beater with heavy nato i bought from the bay. My trusted companion and comfortable when wearing my IH shirts as the rest of my watches didn't fit quite right under the cuffs.
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great shit guys @davito @Sugar Mountain …you guys really "force" me to join the tudor group one day (not good)
@Friday god damn is that a beauty! congrats again.
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@Friday thx much Sir. Yes the rolex sub is def worth saving for. I once had the anni LV sub which was stolen in a burglary at home. Still crying after it sometimes but now I am very very happy with the BB feeling real good. However the frog might join me sometimes maybe again.
Your Seiko looks good enjoy it in good health too together with your other beauties
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@davito I'm sure that no-one forces you to buy a watch, in exactly the same way that no-one forces you to buy IH gear. Rather it's a compulsion!
I've managed to avoid falling into the whole WIS multiple watch trap. I'm planning on selling my Breitling soon, and settling with just the Geophysic.
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It would be cheaper just to grab a new shogun, but this Seiko 6105 has grabbed my attention. The price seems to high for the condition though….. Thoughts?
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The movement doesn't look that tidy either. You'd probably want to budget for a service on top of the price.
Have you seen the Seiko Recraft range? If you're not bothered about historical provenance, it might be a cheaper way of getting a similar looking piece.
http://www.ablogtowatch.com/seiko-recraft-mechanical-1970s-style-watches/
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Yeah, it would need some work. It was these photos of a "reborn" 6105 that really peaked my interest.
http://forums.watchuseek.com/f21/6105-reborn-pic-heavy-1318266.html
It's a beautiful watch when in good condition, and one with a history, having been a favorite among US troops bound for SE Asia, and sported by Sheen in Apocalypse Now etc…
The Recraft series looks good, but it looks like they left out any divers.
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@Chiba J. the vintage seiko diver looks really good with a great heritage, bearing the additional service cost in mind as graeme mentioned. When was its last service? can't read it inside the back plate.
I like the look of the shogun, how did it wear on your wrist? Do you have a shot of it on your wrist?@Chiba J. found this, nice wristshot in there man. some change the hand on the shogun, looks good too
http://www.watchfreeks.com/23-seiko/56033-just-received-my-seiko-shogun-sbdc007-may-mod.html
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@Friday do you still have the IWC? Would love to see some more porn of that if so, still leaning that way over here
(and thoughts vs the GS. Very hard to go past the GS, looks great as beater!)
i don't have the IWC @Snowy the only pilots I own is a Azimuth Nav. B Uhr and Laco WUS special edit. Grand Seiko is definitely a great watch inside and outside. Low profile but rich with history passion and love like most Japanese creations.
I own PAMs but haven't wear them for a long time due to the size. hehehe Anyway should I go with an IWC it'll be the utc or the galapagos. Hope you'll get your IWC soon enough buddy…
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@Friday if you want an IWC Pilot's Watch then hunt down an original Mark XI, and send it off to them for a full refurbishment. It'll probably cost a little more than a Mark XVII, and might not be quite as durable, but will be far cooler. The only problem is that they have a 35 mm case.
