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Casio’s first automatic.
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Yes, me too, I need more green! Wearing the black Invicta today which I have already posted, same the past few days, it has been ones you have already seen, so I guess I need to buy more watches! :D
rmcin626
10-07-2026, 13:48
Just watched a couple of videos on YouTube, unfortunately not sure how to copy a YouTube link, the site is called Rob the American, what was interesting for me was that he was visiting a Glasgow watch store, which I have been in a couple times, and he was in Glasgow for the Glasgow Watch Show, who knew we had a Watch show.
Don't watch many Youtube watch 'expert' videos, some are just plain boring and often don't know what they're talking about.
Three I do watch -
Urban Gentry - TGV(?) who presents goes into the history and origins of marques he likes and makes it interesting.
Just One More Watch - Jody mainly reviews watches from Ali Express with some esoteric pieces thrown in.
Mad Watch Collector - Russell's a bit of an acquired taste but reviews are short and sweet and the 'what my wife thinks' feature is amusing.
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rmcin626
10-07-2026, 14:23
Don't watch many Youtube watch 'expert' videos, some are just plain boring and often don't know what they're talking about.
Three I do watch -
Urban Gentry - TGV(?) who presents goes into the history and origins of marques he likes and makes it interesting.
Just One More Watch - Jody mainly reviews watches from Ali Express with some esoteric pieces thrown in.
Mad Watch Collector - Russell's a bit of an acquired taste but reviews are short and sweet and the 'what my wife thinks' feature is amusing.
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That was probably my first YouTube watch video, probably wouldn’t have bothered but the mention of Glasgow had me curious.
southall-1998_mk2
13-07-2026, 09:05
Don't watch many Youtube watch 'expert' videos, some are just plain boring and often don't know what they're talking about.
Three I do watch -
Urban Gentry - TGV(?) who presents goes into the history and origins of marques he likes and makes it interesting.
Just One More Watch - Jody mainly reviews watches from Ali Express with some esoteric pieces thrown in.
Mad Watch Collector - Russell's a bit of an acquired taste but reviews are short and sweet and the 'what my wife thinks' feature is amusing.
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Roy,
Ever came across this watch enthusiast? He is quite a character.
S.
https://www.youtube.com/@BrendanBoswell
Roy,
Ever came across this watch enthusiast? He is quite a character.
S.
https://www.youtube.com/@BrendanBoswell
Hello Shane, how are you?
Yes, he seems to know a bit, although when in one of the vlogs he says that he had a 2025 speedmaster he was selling 'serviced' I suspect he just had the condition inspected, a year old watch wouldn't need a service.
southall-1998_mk2
13-07-2026, 22:51
Hello Shane, how are you?
Yes, he seems to know a bit, although when in one of the vlogs he says that he had a 2025 speedmaster he was selling 'serviced' I suspect he just had the condition inspected, a year old watch wouldn't need a service.
I'm doing ok, Roy.
I discovered Brendan only 8 months ago. Find him to be quite oddly entertaining, and can be a right grumpy sod on livestreams.
That speedy watch he sold to one of his subscribers was filmed at some restaurant/café. Bit crazy, lol. It was uploaded a week ago.
S.
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The dial is far too 'messy' - I can't see the point in having a window showing the mechanism if it obscures the smaller dials. But that's just my opinion.
I'm not a big fan of "open heart" watches, but do like a full "skeleton" which doesn't make much sense, really!
Yesterday I managed to get my jacket sleeve caught in a rotary wire brush I was using with an electric drill, which then pulled it into contact with my skin on my left wrist and hand - not particularly bad, but a bit sore, so I won't be wearing a watch for a few days! I really should be banned from any DIY activity, as either something gets broken or I get broken!
Pigmy Pony
20-07-2026, 17:05
I'm not a big fan of "open heart" watches, but do like a full "skeleton" which doesn't make much sense, really!
Yesterday I managed to get my jacket sleeve caught in a rotary wire brush I was using with an electric drill, which then pulled it into contact with my skin on my left wrist and hand - not particularly bad, but a bit sore, so I won't be wearing a watch for a few days! I really should be banned from any DIY activity, as either something gets broken or I get broken!
You certainly should be banned from doing anything in a jacket during a July heatwave :ner:
I'm not a big fan of "open heart" watches, but do like a full "skeleton" which doesn't make much sense, really!
Yesterday I managed to get my jacket sleeve caught in a rotary wire brush I was using with an electric drill, which then pulled it into contact with my skin on my left wrist and hand - not particularly bad, but a bit sore, so I won't be wearing a watch for a few days! I really should be banned from any DIY activity, as either something gets broken or I get broken!
When using any power tools I always roll up my sleeves, and if using a rotary wire brush will wear goggles as well. Luckily you were sensible enough to have removed your watch, otherwise that would have been badly scratched as well.
Trust the scratches on you wrist heal very soon. Take care: we need to read about what you are up to!
Sounds like a sore one Alex.
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Not too sore to wear the Dreyfuss today for a client visit, doesn’t get worn much but was 40th birthday pressie from wife so want to keep it nice - so away from any DIY!
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That's more like it - all you need from a watch. What is the make - Benchmsrk?
rmcin626
23-07-2026, 14:30
Not too sore to wear the Dreyfuss today for a client visit, doesn’t get worn much but was 40th birthday pressie from wife so want to keep it nice - so away from any DIY!
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I have a Dreyfus watch doesn’t look anything like that one.
hifi_dave
23-07-2026, 14:47
That's more like it - all you need from a watch. What is the make - Benchmsrk?
I thought that showed the right way up..:scratch:
Just done a bit of Googling, and it seems the most likely manufacturer is the British watchmaker Vertex, who use the MoD 'benchmark' symbol to identify their watches.
I have to say I like the look of it very much.
Just done a bit of Googling, and it seems the most likely manufacturer is the British watchmaker Vertex, who use the MoD 'benchmark' symbol to identify their watches.
I have to say I like the look of it very much.
Not sure where this one came from? Think it’s probably from Ali Express.
One of my many citizens today.
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Not sure where this one came from? Think it’s probably from Ali Express.
One of my many citizens today.
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The sort of watch you might wear whilst firing a Steyer AUG. Something Teutonic about it.
‘Ze Germans’ produce some decent kettles
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Took Goldy out for a pint or four last night.
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‘Ze Germans’ produce some decent kettles
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I like those. :) (But not as much as the Vertex! :D)
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Uh! - that's 'loud'. :eek:
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Changed my mind
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Like the Citizen very much, Roy!
Nothing new recently, wearing the Nautilus copy again today - best £15 I ever spent!
(Copied the photo from last time - the date is correct!)
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Nice one, I like it. If I drove a Mercedes car I would definitely wear one! :D
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Similar thoughts, apart from disliking the colour of the dial.
Better in Tiffany blue?
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Yes, that's a bit better. :)
What are your thoughts on the latest (?) idea of using natural stone slices for the watch dial: such as slate; malachite; onyx; lapis lazuli etc. ?Rolex have started to offer this horological affectation to their customers. :hmm:
What are your thoughts on the latest (?) idea of using natural stone slices for the watch dial: such as slate; malachite; onyx; lapis lazuli etc. ?Rolex have started to offer this horological affectation to their customers. :hmm:
Honestly didn't know that was a 'thing'? I've not noticed an influx of stone dialled watches?
I quite like mop dials.
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hifi_dave
07-08-2026, 09:08
I've got one of those. Lovely watch, keeps perfect time and never given any trouble until a couple of months ago when it started to work erratically. Probably needs a battery.,:scratch:
I like those oil ones it's a shame they're so expensive.
I've got one of those. Lovely watch, keeps perfect time and never given any trouble until a couple of months ago when it started to work erratically. Probably needs a battery.,:scratch:
I've got one of those. Lovely watch, keeps perfect time and never given any trouble until a couple of months ago when it started to work erratically. Probably needs a battery.,:scratch:
It’s an automatic so won’t need a battery, maybe needs a service?
Old Seiko today
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A Tiffany blue day
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Weren't you wearing that watch a couple of days ago? With over 100 watches at your disposal, that allows a repeat once a fortnight. :D
Weren't you wearing that watch a couple of days ago? With over 100 watches at your disposal, that allows a repeat once a fortnight. :D
Oh yes, 6th August but this is it’s first public outing.
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Pigmy Pony
24-08-2026, 08:22
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Looks like something Ozzy Osbourne would have worn, had he been interested in what time it was. I much preferred the tiffany blue one you had on earlier.
Looks like something Ozzy Osbourne would have worn, had he been interested in what time it was. I much preferred the tiffany blue one you had on earlier.
:lol: You do have a way with words Steve!
Can't decide whether I like it or not - probably a bit too 'macho' for me.
Looks like something Ozzy Osbourne would have worn, had he been interested in what time it was. I much preferred the tiffany blue one you had on earlier.
:lol: You do have a way with words Steve!
Can't decide whether I like it or not - probably a bit too 'macho' for me.
When I wear it my left arm becomes invisible to radar.
Well it's in insect danger colours so no birds will try to eat it.
Okay maybe seagulls will still try.
Haven’t posted a watch for awhile as not had anything new, this one’s not new new, but I don’t think I have posted before so here you go.
I really like the Seiko Presage “Cocktail Time” range - but for a watch that will rarely get worn I haven’t yet got one as they are a bit pricey. (££300 upwards). Enter Sekonda - giving the same vibes, and picked up brand new on Amazon for about £30 - looks a a much more expensive watch in my opinion, although not sure I should gave worn it with a grey suit…
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Very swish Alex.
Casio ‘wave ceptor’.
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Promaster
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G-Shock Mudman
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I like the Wave Ceptor, great daily.
Just back from seeing a client, Pagani skeleton got a rare outing.
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I like the Wave Ceptor, great daily.
Just back from seeing a client, Pagani skeleton got a rare outing.
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I would like it if it wasn't a "skeleton" design.
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Still enjoying the Squale.
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By "solar", does that mean it is solar powered?
I'm thinking perhaps the dial is a photovoltaic cell which can 'top up' an internal battery, if such watches exist.
By "solar", does that mean it is solar powered?
I'm thinking perhaps the dial is a photovoltaic cell which can 'top up' an internal battery, if such watches exist.
That's right Barry.
Not bad at £30 from Ali Express.
This again
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Nice colour, Roy.
Yesterday’s watch - too fashiony for watch connoisseurs but I like it and that’s all that matters!
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Wednesday I went pocket, I love this watch, and it keeps perfect time despite not being serviced.
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Nice colour, Roy.
Yesterday’s watch - too fashiony for watch connoisseurs but I like it and that’s all that matters!
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Oh yes - that has style! There is something about watches having a square case that I like. Well done.
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IMO The first is elegant, the second is downright ugly. Sorry!
IMO The first is elegant, the second is downright ugly. Sorry!
I agree Barry, my taste for huge watches has waned but this one is somewhat of a rarity being produced by Seiko for about two years between 2007 and 2009, its on its third strap. Because there’s no manual wind facility (only winds from wrist movement) you have to give it a few shakes before wearing, known as the ‘Seiko shuffle’.
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I need an orange themed watch! The Seagull/Sugess watches are amazing for the price, I love mine.
I’d almost forgotten about this Citizen, goes well with the suit/shirt combo. [emoji4]
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Nice Citizen Alex.
This today
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Like that, nice red.
Today’s it’s blue suit, blue shirt, blue tie and hanky combo, blue socks and blue Orient! (And yes, blue knickers! :lol: )
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My father passed away 9 years ago and just before my mother passed away this year she gave me my fathers watch.
He worked for the same company for over 40 years and they gave him a watch as part of his leaving package - a nice Logines La Grande Classique
Just had it cleaned and a new battery fitted and working well
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Lovely! I don’t yet have a Longines, but they are very classy and I am sure you will treasure it.
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Nice watch and a lovely memento of your Dad.
Barry will like today’s wrist adornment [emoji846]
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Thanks both - it will be with me until I pass on!
Nice watch and a lovely memento of your Dad.
Barry will like today’s wrist adornment [emoji846]
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Normally that would be a bit too “busy” for me, but i actually like it, has a real “engineering” look to it, like gears.
Also available in blue (got that to)
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The 60’s(?) inspired but very hard to photograph Oris mashup yesterday. Another one I have hardly worn but really like.
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Picked these up from a boot sale over the summer. Skagen x 2 both £4 each and Seiko £8. £1 battery each and all working spot-on.
Those are bargains! Well done, I’ve only ever seen rubbish watches at the boot sales round here, although one guy did have a boot load of Invicta watches which he was trying to sell at ridiculously expensive prices!
Emporio Armani Meccanico today, so busy it’s actually hard to see the time!
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Sounds like it would be very much to Roy's taste. ;)
My father passed away 9 years ago and just before my mother passed away this year she gave me my fathers watch.
He worked for the same company for over 40 years and they gave him a watch as part of his leaving package - a nice Logines La Grande Classique
Just had it cleaned and a new battery fitted and working well
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Perfect - that is all you need in a watch. An excellent choice.
Pigmy Pony
13-10-2026, 09:05
I agree, lovely looking watch.
Pigmy Pony
13-10-2026, 09:13
Emporio Armani Meccanico today, so busy it’s actually hard to see the time!
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If the Terminator had worn a watch, it would look like that towards the end of the film :doh:
I’ll plead the 5th Barry.
Nice little San Martin today.
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I’ll plead the 5th Barry.
Nice little San Martin today.
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Mmmm! I rather like that. Not heard of San Martin before today. :)
Mmmm! I rather like that. Not heard of San Martin before today. :)
They are some of the better offerings from Ali Express, they have Seiko movements.
Lawrence001
17-10-2026, 08:55
They are some of the better offerings from Ali Express, they have Seiko movements.Are they genuine Seiko or copies though? Is it feasible to buy a genuine movement at the sort of price they sell the end products for?
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San Martin are usually a lot more expensive than many Seiko watches - but to answer the question. Yes, genuine Seiko movements in the majority of third party watches, Seiko have a special division selling their movements for exactly this purpose, although of course fakes are used in some cheaper watches, San Martin not though!
Casio Quartz today, £5 on Vinted (boxed with spare links) - not an expensive watch anyway, but was cheap because the clasp had lots of scratches. After wearing it a few times the “scratches” have disappeared!
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Pigmy Pony
17-10-2026, 12:04
A fiver! Never been a better time to buy used stuff :)
San Martin are usually a lot more expensive than many Seiko watches
Wouldn't say that's strictly true. San Martin are 'high end' Ali Express and seem to compare price wise with Seiko but I think in a lot of cases you get a better watch for the same money. I haven't bought any Seikos for some time but they've been criticised for the quality of their cheaper watches. Also Seiko have a habit of withdrawing a model then re-introducing something very similar a year or two later at twice the price of the original.
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