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      Went into a watch store in 1999 to buy an Omega Speedmaster Moon Watch. Left with this Speedmaster Day/Date Reduced as for that time, the Moon Watch looked large on my wrist (my how things have changed). I know many are bothered by the non-traditional dial layout for a Speedy, but I like it. No regrets as this watch has held up so well despite regular wear and occasionally heavy use. Serviced once. Still accurate.[link text](IMG_0076.jpeg link url)

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        @jdwaid Beautiful watch. One of my first Seiko’s was similar. Think it was called the SARB.IMG_0078.jpeg ~~~~

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          @Iron-Geezer very cool!

          IG: selvedgelooks

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            Agreed. Very cool indeed @Iron-Geezer

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              NWA, the only MB&F I’ll ever be able to afford. Very cool, and fun piece.

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                Happy stumbled across this thread got some newbie questions, hoping you guys can help with. Lately my YouTube feed been popping up vintage Rolex’s, Tudor’s etc kinda subliminally in my mind now, that I need one. Was hoping for some good recommendations for a beginner around 1k range? Or is it better if was to up it little to 1500-2k range? Would rather spend littler more from jump than get a nice watch and convince myself need a slighter better watch in few months lol. Slowley learning about watches; maybe should do more research before drop the loot. The last time had a watch was 2007? . I had a coach watch, and a nicer Nixon(skate,surf, snowboard) brand.

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                  Also can’t remember if read it here or elsewhere but it’s possible to negotiate lower price on certain new watches? If I was to go to a store in person

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                    @Giles said in Watches - another OCD problem:

                    I really don't get the hard-ons about GMT's. I had a couple (may even still have one by accident). But most people can do basic arithmetic (@Matt accepted). I always have my watch on local, so if I am in NYC, I add 5, or LA, I add 8.

                    And then there’s India Standard Time, UTC+5:30.

                    Some people want to glance at their watch and know the time where they are without doing math. Some people also I guess want to know what time it is in other places at the same time.

                    I think it makes sense for pilots but otherwise it’s just a mostly useless complication as most of the others are. I don’t think practical utility is really the point in fine horology.

                    Think it, be it.

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                    • Danimal506D
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                      @meatmarketdenim1 In my personal opinion, you can find a “good” watch in any price range. It just depends what you are looking for.

                      I love Rolex. But preowned ones are very expensive. And for vintage, you really need to know what you’re looking at to make sure you don’t get a Frankenstein watch or just something worth less than what is being asked.

                      I love learning about watches, their history and the innovations of these wonderful little machines. A great book is “Longitude” by Dava Sobel. A short history lesson on time keeping and the reason we use Greenwich Mean Time

                      As for suggestions, Sinn U50 are super cool. Sinn make a lot of cool watches with clean designs.

                      There are a lot of microbrands making good watches for good prices too. I went to a watch show last year for microbrands and it was really eye opening to see them in person. The quality and the unique designs etc.

                      Raven is the first brand to come to mind.

                      WTB:
                      IHC-06
                      IHSW-70 L or XL
                      UHF Pillow Cover

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                      • jdwaidJ
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                        @Danimal506 great post. Outside of brand, what do you (and others) look for in a watch? I’m learning more about movements but it seems like there are many other factors one could consider.

                        IG: selvedgelooks

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                          @Danimal506
                          Thank you for the info and book recommendation. I should def be more educated before make a big purchase. And that’s good to know about the vintage Rolex’s, assume the ones I saw in the 1k to 1200 ish range were Frankensteined, or possibly fake. I’ll def check those brands out, much appreciated man.

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                            @meatmarketdenim1 It would almost be a guaranteed fake if a Rolex was selling for that range. I would highly suggest going to/joining the Rolex forum if you’re interested in vintage Rolex’s. You have a bit of a learning curve ahead of you especially if you’re looking for vintage. There are many unscrupulous sellers out there looking for buyers…

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                            "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                            • Danimal506D
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                              @jdwaid I only own a handful of watches, nothing too crazy. But when I buy a watch it’s gotta one I will wear. I don’t have time (no pun intended) to buy watches I won’t wear. I love so many watches, I could own hundreds if I had the money lol. These are my main three.

                              I wear a Gshock GWM-5610 for work. I got that one because I wanted a classic square Gshock for one, but this one has a world time function and is radio synced so that it updates the time at around midnight every night. So it’s always accurate.

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                              I wear my Seiko Sarb033 for casual wear. I got it because at the time it was still being produced and only cost $350. It’s an amazing watch for that price. I swear it feels as good as an older Rolex. The dial is clean but has so many details after you dig in.

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                              I also wear a Casio A158WA-1 which was a watch I got for work a long time ago and now I wear casually when I don’t want to fuss with setting my Seiko.

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                              WTB:
                              IHC-06
                              IHSW-70 L or XL
                              UHF Pillow Cover

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                              • Danimal506D
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                                @meatmarketdenim1 There are many videos online about videos. Hodinkee has put out some really great videos over the years, despite their overall stigma. I really like their “Reference Points” series for Rolex models like Submariner, GMT-Master and Explorer.

                                WTB:
                                IHC-06
                                IHSW-70 L or XL
                                UHF Pillow Cover

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                                  Was on a nice summer evening walk when I came across these lovely little flowers. They made a beautiful background for my Sjef’s one.

                                  IG: bluehandsslim

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                                    Rocking the JLC next to the SEXIH25-CPOOD. Love the smaller, original-sized Reverso and when I was looking for one I was always annoyed when they did not show the reverse. So enjoy.

                                    Settle down easy......

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                                      @Heritage_Guy beautiful watch. I have my father's old JLC Reverso, I love it but save it for special occasions.

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                                          I have several watches but the Sub is my daily driver. There is a reason it's THE classic. This photo is showing me I need take off the bracelet and clean this thing lol.

                                          Settle down easy......

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                                            Probably the best dive watch ever (apart from the 124060).

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