Any watch fanciers on here?

DaveMehmet · January 16

Here’s the one I wear to special occasions

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SuedeAdidas · January 16

DaveMehmet said:

Here’s the one I wear to special occasions

You mean when you’re cracking one off?

I assume you’re right handed looking at this?

SuedeAdidas · January 16

AFKABartram said:

Those with multiple watches / collections, how often do you have them serviced, battery replaced etc?

Buying them is one thing, but ongoing it must cost an absolute fortune to maintain them

For me it would depend on the quality / cost of the watch.

For my collection I only get the Tudor Pelagos serviced. For the others, I’d probably only get them looked at if/when they stop working.

SuedeAdidas · January 16

Rob7Lee said:

Aside from the Nautilus, this is my next favourite, maybe less likely to be mugged (but not by much!)

It’s weird. I was fully consumed by the integrated bracelet bubble over the last few years….but they bore me a bit now though tbh.

I’m liking more simple looking field / tool watches these days.

That being said, I’d love the money to be able to buy that VC.

bobmunro · January 16

Rob7Lee said:

Aside from the Nautilus, this is my next favourite, maybe less likely to be mugged (but not by much!)

I put VC above PP and AP but I would choose the standard Overseas over the Historiques - and they are attainable at list!

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-Winding 41mm Steel Blue Dial Mens Bracelet Watch - Berrys Jewellers

Rob7Lee · January 16

bobmunro said:

Rob7Lee said:

Aside from the Nautilus, this is my next favourite, maybe less likely to be mugged (but not by much!)

I put VC above PP and AP but I would choose the standard Overseas over the Historiques - and they are attainable at list!

I agree on where they sit. I struggle generally with anything over 38mm though as I still have the wrists of a 12 year old!!

red10 · January 19

Hopefully, this turns up in the post tomorrow !

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Face is a slice from a 4.5 billion year old meteorite. The silver ring at 6 o'clock is kapton foil from the Apollo 11 comand module.

Solidgone · January 19

I’ve never been into watches but am considering an Apple Watch mainly for health monitoring reasons. Not sure whether this meets with those that are enthusiastic about watches but wondering if anyone has one and whether its worth a punt?

DaveMehmet · January 19

Solidgone said:

I’ve never been into watches but am considering an Apple Watch mainly for health monitoring reasons. Not sure whether this meets with those that are enthusiastic about watches but wondering if anyone has one and whether its worth a punt?

They're good for improving your core fitness

Rob7Lee · January 23

Arrived today, just waiting the rubber strap from Tudor:

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SuedeAdidas · January 23

Very nice. BB58 is it?

gringo · January 23

Solidgone said:

I’ve never been into watches but am considering an Apple Watch mainly for health monitoring reasons. Not sure whether this meets with those that are enthusiastic about watches but wondering if anyone has one and whether its worth a punt?

love mine, but getting a bit fed up with all the e-mails/messages and updates from my security cameras. Last week I forgot my wallet at the petrol station but thank gawd I could use apple pay on the watch. Battery life is a bit poor (need to recharge every day) but thats the only drawback. mines a Applewatch SE, so more modern (and more expensive ones) probably have a longer battery life. Plus it works with my hearing aide to make calls.

Rob7Lee · January 23

SuedeAdidas said:

Very nice. BB58 is it?

No, 54, my wrists are too small really for a 58.

Boom · January 24

SuedeAdidas said:

Here you are @AFKABartram

A shot of the Ginault and an out of focus snap of the watch box……one space going begging 🤔.

How do you like the longines hairy suede?

SuedeAdidas · January 24

I really like to look and feel of the HydroConquest GMT - but I think the legibility could be better. If I had my time again I’d probably get the black dial.

The 40mm Spirit Pilot in green is probably my most worn watch. I love the clean look of it and legibility is great. It’s also got the smoothest movement feel of all of my watches. I’m trying to decide on whether to get another one in black or dig a bit deeper for the IWC Pilot XX in black 🤔.

Generally I think that Longines are a fantastic brand with a wide selection of styles that are all fantastically well made for the money.