Watches - another OCD problem
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@Jii:
Been lusting after a simpler watch for a while now, so I just ordered this:
Got this today, some first impressions:
Boy is it small. At first I thought it's definitely too small for me but after wearing it I'm slowly getting used to it. Still on the fence anyway, I do think that 40-41 mm would feel better proportionwise. Anyhow, with the lack in size comes the lack in weight which feels quite nice for a change. The watch looks very nice in the flesh, the dial looks like it's made of brushed aluminium (whitish hue but still more silvery than white) and a nicely polished case. The bracelet feels a bit flimsy (which was expected) but pretty comfortable, but sadly it's brushed so there's quite a contrast between the case and the bracelet. No biggie though for this money.
I have to say that my feelings are more positive than negative for the moment. Very nice value for money. I guess I'll wear it for some time and then decide about the size. I'll definitely keep the watch as a dress watch if it doesn't turn out to be an everyday item.
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@Jii:
@Jii:
Been lusting after a simpler watch for a while now, so I just ordered this:
Got this today, some first impressions:
Boy is it small. At first I thought it's definitely too small for me but after wearing it I'm slowly getting used to it. Still on the fence anyway, I do think that 40-41 mm would feel better proportionwise. Anyhow, with the lack in size comes the lack in weight which feels quite nice for a change. The watch looks very nice in the flesh, the dial looks like it's made of brushed aluminium (whitish hue but still more silvery than white) and a nicely polished case. The bracelet feels a bit flimsy (which was expected) but pretty comfortable, but sadly it's brushed so there's quite a contrast between the case and the bracelet. No biggie though for this money.
I have to say that my feelings are more positive than negative for the moment. Very nice value for money. I guess I'll wear it for some time and then decide about the size. I'll definitely keep the watch as a dress watch if it doesn't turn out to be an everyday item.
Give it some wear, remember your test driving it for that other, much nicer watch. I think after a while you'll find the size isn't as important as the general asthetic, and feel of the watch. Your old watch will feel like a monster when you swap back!
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Yeah, I like the Lum-tech - very nice!
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BTW, are you a flipper or a keeper?
Keeper for the most part, though I'm going to sell a few I've had for 2-5 years. I've only bought one in the last couple of years. At this point I really only want to buy stuff I'll keep until I die or give to my son. My want list is pretty short: Submariner & a Stowa (probably a Marine). Staying off of watch forums helps me not buy anything.
I'll post pics of my other ish as I wear them.
If I feel like flipping then I can just snag some G-Shocks for less $.
re: Lum Tec
They used the Slavas on their earlier models, not sure why. Maybe keep costs down? You can probably do a Watchuseek search and find more info. The dude behind LT used to make custom Panerai-y thingies (forget the term that rip-offs ;)) then moved on to his own watches. Very happy with my LT.
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Homage, there we go.
Nameness, I wish you hadn't posted that Lum Tec! I've been all over the European website this evening trying to justify buying one. If I didn't already have a Dagaz Tsunami on pre-order, I might have broken down and done it already.
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you sir are a beast. good to see you around these parts. -
A beast indeed! Looking good nameness…
