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willbewill
10-01-2020, 16:55
Yeah I really like Casio watches, picked the unusual one for $15 in sale, US only I think, as I believe the Seiko is as well.

Roy S
10-01-2020, 17:19
Yeah I really like Casio watches, picked the unusual one for $15 in sale, US only I think, as I believe the Seiko is as well.

Got this one for just under £20 from Amazon

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200110/a881d884f64ea3af8c2b5f8b3f4f8ae1.jpg

Roy S
11-01-2020, 01:53
Bit of colour for the weekend

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200111/696dbaff15c86de353e2a9ad2092f383.jpg

Roy S
13-01-2020, 17:38
This cheapy had a dodgy bracelet on it that kept coming open, looks better on a leather strap anyway

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200113/38980d7f56c7df3e178cdafd0dc4d117.jpg

Roy S
16-01-2020, 08:33
A faithful old Seiko

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200116/63e6ca15b31c875266a8843f61c0207a.jpg

Roy S
16-01-2020, 23:27
Jury's out on this one, not keen on the hands

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49396673427_067d67c48d_b.jpg

Lawrence001
17-01-2020, 07:41
Jury's out on this one, not keen on the hands

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49396673427_067d67c48d_b.jpgWas going to say, has someone changed them, but they do match the second dial.

Roy S
17-01-2020, 08:28
Was going to say, has someone changed them, but they do match the second dial.

It'll go back on the ebay merry go round

Roy S
17-01-2020, 21:45
Currently got 5 watches listed on the bay so treated myself to this

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49401007487_44e06fc553_o.jpg

struth
17-01-2020, 21:49
Jury's out on this one, not keen on the hands

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49396673427_067d67c48d_b.jpgQuite like that

Roy S
17-01-2020, 22:03
Quite like that

Prefer the white version

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200117/92410430f53c6f959d9ce28d560615ee.jpg

struth
17-01-2020, 22:10
It's not bad either but prefer the blue

Roy S
17-01-2020, 22:20
Same decent Miyota movement in both

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200117/1a3ef11f7e3fe104edc2370a15d15285.jpg

struth
17-01-2020, 22:23
Like the clear backs. Two nice watches and a nice change for you

Roy S
17-01-2020, 22:26
Like the clear backs. Two nice watches and a nice change for you

Off on a cruise in March, thought either would be good to wear with a suit when I'm invited to eat at the captain's table? :D

struth
17-01-2020, 22:29
[emoji3][emoji41]

willbewill
18-01-2020, 08:32
Currently got 5 watches listed on the bay so treated myself to this

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49401007487_44e06fc553_o.jpgGreat looker, I like.

Roy S
18-01-2020, 18:22
Balance of the weekend watch (off out to the legion in a bit, gonna paint the town beige!)

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200118/29970759b731dbdde34ffe51e9aba229.jpg

Roy S
21-01-2020, 23:04
Orange Orient by the fire

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200121/0fee4023cfddebd2a46a2b01befbbe37.jpg

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Roy S
22-01-2020, 21:05
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Mikeandvan
22-01-2020, 23:35
I love Omega seamasters from the 60s, been watching Mad Men again recently and they're abundant on there.
Here's my one and only watch, which loses 5 minutes every day! Need it get it serviced, but it ain't cheap. From 1968. I would love a mint '60s seamaster with cross hair dials, in black or blue, emmmm.

https://live.staticflickr.com/2822/33205117923_40d27f89b0_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/SAdUHa)omegaz (https://flic.kr/p/SAdUHa) by Mike Van (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145505522@N02/), on Flickr

Barry
23-01-2020, 01:56
I love Omega seamasters from the 60s, been watching Mad Men again recently and they're abundant on there.
Here's my one and only watch, which loses 5 minutes every day! Need it get it serviced, but it ain't cheap. From 1968. I would love a mint '60s seamaster with cross hair dials, in black or blue, emmmm.

https://live.staticflickr.com/2822/33205117923_40d27f89b0_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/SAdUHa)omegaz (https://flic.kr/p/SAdUHa) by Mike Van (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145505522@N02/), on Flickr

Looks nice. Love the leather strap - shame about the scratched watch glass.

Gazjam
26-01-2020, 04:35
Tag F1.
Not worn this one for a while, enjoying it.
https://i.imgur.com/EpvBgrK.jpg

mad-moon
26-01-2020, 14:25
My £30.00 bargain...just arrived in post yesterday...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49444344827_c564c93e93_c.jpg

Roy S
27-01-2020, 11:21
I love Omega seamasters from the 60s, been watching Mad Men again recently and they're abundant on there.
Here's my one and only watch, which loses 5 minutes every day! Need it get it serviced, but it ain't cheap. From 1968. I would love a mint '60s seamaster with cross hair dials, in black or blue, emmmm.


Nice one Mike


Tag F1.
Not worn this one for a while, enjoying it.


Lovely Tag


My £30.00 bargain...just arrived in post yesterday...



Yes, those eco-drives can be had for pennies & they're fair watches.

My watch today is a neat little sterile dial model

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49449236271_b60c7a28bf_k.jpg

oldius
27-01-2020, 16:45
Nice one Mike



Lovely Tag



Yes, those eco-drives can be had for pennies & they're fair watches.

My watch today is a neat little sterile dial model

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49449236271_b60c7a28bf_k.jpgI like the last watch a lot; what is it?

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Roy S
27-01-2020, 16:58
I like the last watch a lot; what is it?



It's one of these Geoff -

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Parnis-automatic-sterile-explorer-homage/283756357079?hash=item42113265d7:g:5IoAAOSw0NZeLnP D

I paid £50 for my pre owned one which came on a 'zulu' strap, I thought the black leather one looked better.

oldius
27-01-2020, 17:08
It's one of these Geoff -

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Parnis-automatic-sterile-explorer-homage/283756357079?hash=item42113265d7:g:5IoAAOSw0NZeLnP D

I paid £50 for my pre owned one which came on a 'zulu' strap, I thought the black leather one looked better.Nice

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Roy S
28-01-2020, 19:34
Today a chunky knit & a 14 quid chinese special

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49455783263_a652edc9b0_h.jpg

struth
28-01-2020, 21:25
Today a chunky knit & a 14 quid chinese special

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49455783263_a652edc9b0_h.jpgForsning looks good for money

Lawrence001
28-01-2020, 22:06
Today a chunky knit & a 14 quid chinese special

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49455783263_a652edc9b0_h.jpgHow can it be Chinese surely it has to be Scandinavian with a name like that [emoji38]

Roy S
28-01-2020, 22:20
How can it be Chinese surely it has to be Scandinavian with a name like that [emoji38]

It's as well there isn't a 'k' in the middle.

It's not the best looking watch in the world & I've no idea why it has two second hands but it's reasonably accurate, will never need batteries & has a decent enough leather strap. I have a number of 'prestige' watches in my collection but this selection is one of my favourite 'cheapies'.

For tomorrow almost the other end of the spectrum

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49457008611_3fc2feed93_h.jpg

struth
28-01-2020, 22:42
It's as well there isn't a 'k' in the middle.

It's not the best looking watch in the world & I've no idea why it has two second hands but it's reasonably accurate, will never need batteries & has a decent enough leather strap. I have a number of 'prestige' watches in my collection but this selection is one of my favourite 'cheapies'.

For tomorrow almost the other end of the spectrum

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49457008611_3fc2feed93_h.jpgForsinking? Mmm. [emoji23]

Roy S
28-01-2020, 22:44
Forsinking? Mmm. [emoji23]

Very circumspect

Barry
28-01-2020, 23:26
Obviously meant to be worn "for sinning"!

Barry
28-01-2020, 23:31
Tag F1.
Not worn this one for a while, enjoying it.
https://i.imgur.com/EpvBgrK.jpg

For a watch with all those features, it looks surprisingly uncluttered. I like the appearance.

Roy S
29-01-2020, 23:50
Just put a new battery in this lump (changed the tinny metal bracelet to a silicone one a while ago)

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200129/bbed6fc8e290ba46fe09613ecb579692.jpg

Roy S
31-01-2020, 00:06
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mad-moon
31-01-2020, 00:55
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200131/f4f0c33a147c80f44a60797d873467bf.jpg

nice watch..I love the Eco Drives..My pal tells me every one made is water proof...

Roy S
31-01-2020, 01:40
My pal tells me every one made is water proof...

To varying degrees, best not to take chances, if I’m not sure of a watches provenance I don’t even get it wet. It’s possible if the backs been off during its life they may not have replaced the gasket.

Roy S
01-02-2020, 21:51
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200201/00eaf411b4b83e9f3523a670ea920e89.jpg

Roy S
02-02-2020, 23:51
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200202/e82cb07c43d9bf90e3349d601d8be01e.jpg

Roy S
03-02-2020, 23:09
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49484676983_a7b4906568_k.jpg

struth
03-02-2020, 23:15
That's quite nice

Roy S
03-02-2020, 23:23
That's quite nice

Arrived today, had a canvas strap on it that you could barely wrap round your wrist! Put a dark brown leather nato on it for now, think it quite suits it?

This monster came as well but this will be a sell straight on job, it went quite cheap on the bay so I'll get a few quid over what I paid for it back.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49485418817_b9e43a539c_k.jpg

struth
03-02-2020, 23:24
Some size of winder

Roy S
03-02-2020, 23:28
Some size of winder

There’s a protective cap that goes over the winder with a safety chain.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200203/fffd897b5a4bc0a48916281966435bc6.jpg

Roy S
05-02-2020, 00:46
Enquired about trading this in today, fancied a change, could get a Cartier Santos & a Tudor Black Bay for what it's worth.

Chap I've dealt with before made me a decent offer but was very candid & although he was effectively turning down business told me 'theoretically it could be worth five figures in two years time' :eek:.

Back in the safe it goes.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49490335382_ba8f2e6469_b.jpg

Roy S
05-02-2020, 20:58
Nice ‘antique’ lume on this one

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200205/c252cd722e9f687ac19d9942dd7b610d.jpg

Roy S
07-02-2020, 02:02
3 quid

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200207/57d6ff14fb914d3b21316aa30d2aff65.jpg

Transparent67
07-02-2020, 08:04
Hey Rich,
I have a few watches, some of them gifts.
I have a Ben sherman, I also have a vintage Micky Mouse watch that used to be my fathers, A Sekonda chrome, A Rolex Air king date (I bought it when I was 18 still works perfectly) & a Rolex DateJust.
Always wanted a Vacheron Constantin, but champagne taste with corn beef money!

Roy S
07-02-2020, 11:45
Hey Rich,
I have a few watches, some of them gifts.
I have a Ben sherman, I also have a vintage Micky Mouse watch that used to be my fathers, A Sekonda chrome, A Rolex Air king date (I bought it when I was 18 still works perfectly) & a Rolex DateJust.
Always wanted a Vacheron Constantin, but champagne taste with corn beef money!

I've always wanted a Daytona but the stainless steel versions are more popular than Subs so command prices ridiculously above retail.

Swapped the 3 quidder for a bit of bling, really delightfully vulgar.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49500924556_8a6346807c_k.jpg

Roy S
08-02-2020, 02:08
Nice unassuming Seiko 5 today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49504105667_fb051636b3_b.jpg

struth
08-02-2020, 09:03
I've always wanted a Daytona but the stainless steel versions are more popular than Subs so command prices ridiculously above retail.

Swapped the 3 quidder for a bit of bling, really delightfully vulgar.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49500924556_8a6346807c_k.jpg

Fancy, but nice too.

Roy S
10-02-2020, 01:39
One of my 'vintage' Seikos, a first generation 'Orange Monster' (goes nicely with the shirt)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49513306163_6ad6088cae_h.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200210/62d95a43fef119f2bdb8a6057f6b3d27.jpg

Roy S
10-02-2020, 14:28
As I've sold/am selling some of the collection there were gaps in the display boxes so went for a new Orient, love the blue face :)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49516340892_a34453f281_k.jpg

struth
10-02-2020, 14:33
good scottish shade :D

Roy S
11-02-2020, 02:17
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200211/03c11b8a3ef46fe027ba6917b0b2540d.jpg

Barry
11-02-2020, 09:29
For a diver's watch, I think the Aragon is quite attractive, though I'm not too sure about the green fascia. Is it your photo and the effect of ambient light?

Roy S
11-02-2020, 09:45
Yes, just odd lighting effect, here’s one I’ve just taken.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200211/28a93173c319189d7bbc3993d03ac7b6.jpg

rmcin626
11-02-2020, 13:47
Just wondering wither is worth having this watch serviced, Seiko have quoted £165 plus postage

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200211/f5817608fd6c558b4e37cd357d47b51c.jpg


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Roy S
11-02-2020, 23:37
Just wondering wither is worth having this watch serviced, Seiko have quoted £165 plus postage



You can buy new Seiko Kinetics for less than that so unless you've got a particular sentimental attachment to it (& it's a nice looking watch) that's what I'd do.

Roy S
11-02-2020, 23:47
The stock turnover continues..

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49522717626_37c4fd6f78_k.jpg

rmcin626
12-02-2020, 09:18
You can buy new Seiko Kinetics for less than that so unless you've got a particular sentimental attachment to it (& it's a nice looking watch) that's what I'd do.

No sentimental attachment although it was my daily watch watch for about 14 years, but was losing time and stopping, so treated myself to a Tag Carrera as a replacement.

Roy S
12-02-2020, 11:51
No sentimental attachment although it was my daily watch watch for about 14 years, but was losing time and stopping, so treated myself to a Tag Carrera as a replacement.

A very reasonable replacement I'd say, auto?

rmcin626
12-02-2020, 13:10
A very reasonable replacement I'd say, auto?

Yes, and a lot more expensive than the Seiko, although I did get it at a decent discount.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200212/6eb2ce9ca1b77de43e4611477c1d2ab0.jpg


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Roy S
12-02-2020, 13:18
A very attractive watch, funnily enough I’ve got a Seiko that’s very similar.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200212/c0d955d10e47a728c3ec2f017567e64d.jpg

rmcin626
12-02-2020, 13:43
A very attractive watch, funnily enough I’ve got a Seiko that’s very similar.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200212/c0d955d10e47a728c3ec2f017567e64d.jpg

That’s a nice Seiko

Lawrence001
12-02-2020, 16:26
Just picked up this diver's watch from TK Maxx at a rather good price.

I've been casually looking for a nice automatic at a good price for many years. Having had a couple of expensive Swiss watches stolen in the past, I was wary of spending too much. I could have got a Japanese one but I've been determined to wait for a Swiss one to come up.

So, I pop into TK Maxx every few months in case they have something nice. Most of them are Diesel, Michael Kors and the like, or ones that say "designed in London" on the box (read made in China), but occasionally you get the odd Swiss one. So far they've been either quartz or not particularly attractive. Until today!

I'd not heard of the brand before and a quick Google search showed that these appear to be the genuine article and not some online only Amazon cheapie. There was a matt black rather austere military looking one or this; it wasn't a difficult decision to choose this one after trying them both on.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200212/875a49941d6568fbb1f20eeb053209e9.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200212/6768114500d761a1dfd70188567ae065.jpg

Roy S
12-02-2020, 17:30
That’s a nice Seiko

Purchased in Macy's, New York.


Just picked up this diver's watch from TK Maxx at a rather good price.



Purposeful looking Diver there Lawrence, 45mm?

Roy S
13-02-2020, 07:42
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200213/dc8d04b5ae3a275a3220c6e2f40781d4.jpg

Barry
13-02-2020, 12:25
Looks nice, but with a green (or is it blue?) fascia, I would prefer a black leather strap.

Roy S
13-02-2020, 12:38
Definitely green and (unlike a lot of my other strap watches) that’s the strap it came with, think Fossil were aiming at a ‘rustic’ look (and missed [emoji846])

Lawrence001
13-02-2020, 22:43
Purposeful looking Diver there Lawrence, 45mm?
I think so, measured across the bezel. Reminds me of a Seiko mini monster I had years ago but nicer, being Swiss :)

Roy S
14-02-2020, 00:28
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200214/e25abceb84db7b045e0bd9600fbef66f.jpg

Barry
14-02-2020, 16:31
Now that is classy. :)

Roy S
15-02-2020, 00:51
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49536246721_d73f3642e6_o.jpg

Roy S
16-02-2020, 10:55
As Swiss as the Rolex at less than a tenth of the price

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49542324512_8bc1e0f1e1_o.jpg

Lawrence001
16-02-2020, 15:29
As Swiss as the Rolex at less than a tenth of the price

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49542324512_8bc1e0f1e1_o.jpgWhat name is that Roy I can't see the beginning? Might look into getting one myself.

struth
16-02-2020, 15:33
its a Certina

Roy S
16-02-2020, 15:38
It’s a Certina Lawrence, I have a green version to. 80 hours power reserve is useful.

Lawrence001
16-02-2020, 16:49
Thanks had a look on eBay and they're not quite as cheap as I hoped!

Roy S
16-02-2020, 23:41
Thanks had a look on eBay and they're not quite as cheap as I hoped!

Here's a pic of the green one anyway ;)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49545466402_444368622d_o.jpg

Ninanina
17-02-2020, 00:17
I just like the hairy wrists... that's just me though... :lol:

Barry
17-02-2020, 10:19
As Swiss as the Rolex at less than a tenth of the price

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49542324512_8bc1e0f1e1_o.jpg

I like the black strap - what is is made of?

Roy S
17-02-2020, 10:31
It’s a rubber strap Barry, probably the most practical material for a diver’s watch. Had to cut the strap to size it which made me sweat a bit, if I cut too much off there was no going back!

It has a substantial clasp with a ratcheted adjustment to fit it over your wetsuit (not that I’ve got one [emoji846])

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200217/8902f7738efe459be80652f491caba74.jpg

Barry
17-02-2020, 10:43
Thanks - I thought it might be rubber, which as you say is very practical for a diver's watch. The only problem possibly is with it perishing and tearing, but it does look nice with the watch.

Roy S
17-02-2020, 10:52
Thanks - I thought it might be rubber, which as you say is very practical for a diver's watch. The only problem possibly is with it perishing and tearing, but it does look nice with the watch.

Yes, rubber straps do degrade over the years. I have two Seiko divers, both around ten years old, that are on their second straps (original ones cracked) but I also have a Citizen Promaster that's over fifteen years old & retains it's original. They must use slightly different compound in their straps?

Roy S
18-02-2020, 09:53
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49552059892_8a9a775f64_o.jpg

prestonchipfryer
18-02-2020, 10:10
https://i.ibb.co/7kZLzkQ/seikopadi.jpg

Picked this up in Gibraltar around 18 months ago.

Roy S
18-02-2020, 10:54
Picked this up in Gibraltar around 18 months ago.

Nice Pepsi Turtle, SRPA21K1?

I'm off on a cruise next month that takes in Gibraltar, were the prices keen?

Gazjam
18-02-2020, 11:36
What name is that Roy I can't see the beginning? Might look into getting one myself.

Cracking in the rubber strap...

Roy S
18-02-2020, 14:57
Postie delivered another 40 quid Parnis

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49552164018_9070859c41_o.jpg

prestonchipfryer
18-02-2020, 15:55
Nice Pepsi Turtle, SRPA21K1?

I'm off on a cruise next month that takes in Gibraltar, were the prices keen?

Yes, less than the UK. May pay to look at a few of the shops though as prices can vary. Enjoy your cruise.

struth
18-02-2020, 16:10
Postie delivered another 40 quid Parnis

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49552164018_9070859c41_o.jpg

Lovely watch.

Alex_UK
18-02-2020, 16:20
Lovely watch.

Indeed, looks much classier than the price tag would suggest!

Roy S
18-02-2020, 16:35
Yes, less than the UK. May pay to look at a few of the shops though as prices can vary. Enjoy your cruise.

Thanks John. Let's see what I come back with this time :)


Lovely watch.


Indeed, looks much classier than the price tag would suggest!

I'm constantly amazed by the quality of this brand (although not always the straps), probably why I keep buying them. They have their own box these days.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49553235277_b93c016acf_o.jpg

Roy S
19-02-2020, 11:23
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Roy S
20-02-2020, 23:47
Been a good week for Parnis's (Parni?) another interesting one that cropped up on ebay

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49563207637_663e65e265_o.jpg

Roy S
22-02-2020, 11:00
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49568748681_36b54a8c70_o.jpg

struth
22-02-2020, 11:25
orange numerals.. a few at ibrox would take that lol

Roy S
23-02-2020, 11:14
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Old boy
23-02-2020, 12:51
Postie delivered another 40 quid Parnis

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49552164018_9070859c41_o.jpg

Could you post a link to the store please I’d like to buy one !

Roy S
23-02-2020, 13:00
Could you post a link to the store please I’d like to buy one !

Link to the original listing, think seller only had one but you can get details to do an eBay search for another.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F 193346330688

mad-moon
24-02-2020, 00:11
Could you post a link to the store please I’d like to buy one !

look here................ https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/43mm-Parnis-Small-Second-Power-Reserve-Automatic-Movement-Mens-Boy-Casual-Watch/382443644827?var=651205835446&hash=item590b6ae79b:m:mkLLtTwifYIPRxKthxgjHFw

mad-moon
24-02-2020, 00:14
This looks rather nice..vintage looking Auto Parnis...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/new-arrive-42mm-Parnis-off-white-dial-24-Hours-Automatic-Movement-Men-Watch-P955/111988057507?hash=item1a130225a3:g:Sb8AAOSwvTpaJRx U

mad-moon
24-02-2020, 00:18
Could you post a link to the store please I’d like to buy one !

A stainless strap version too... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/43mm-parnis-white-dial-steel-strap-power-reserve-ST2542-automatic-mens-watch/113103237028?hash=item1a557a6fa4:g:JL0AAOSwNDZbMZi p

Roy S
24-02-2020, 00:52
lhttps://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/43mm-Parnis-Small-Second-Power-Reserve-Automatic-Movement-Mens-Boy-Casual-Watch/382443644827?var=651205835446&hash=item590b6ae79b:m:mkLLtTwifYIPRxKthxgjHFw



https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/new-arrive-42mm-Parnis-off-white-dial-24-Hours-Automatic-Movement-Men-Watch-P955/111988057507?hash=item1a130225a3:g:Sb8AAOSwvTpaJRx U


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/43mm-parnis-white-dial-steel-strap-power-reserve-ST2542-automatic-mens-watch/113103237028?hash=item1a557a6fa4:g:JL0AAOSwNDZbMZi p

All good options and although I have purchased watches from these type of sources I much prefer buying from UK sellers so that someone else has had the worrying wait (possibly weeks) for the watch to turn up & then maybe also get stung with customs charges.

Roy S
24-02-2020, 18:38
Another 3 quid one

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49579816073_ab12ca4a17_o.jpg

Roy S
26-02-2020, 10:27
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49586695033_27015a34ba_o.jpg

struth
26-02-2020, 10:39
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49586695033_27015a34ba_o.jpg

Quality...pure quality

Roy S
26-02-2020, 18:06
Quality...pure quality

Got to decide on four watches to come on holiday with me, 2 'smart' & 2 'divers', think the Hamilton has made the cut for 'smart', this may be one of the divers

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49587964567_3933593c85_k.jpg

Gazjam
26-02-2020, 19:06
Good choice Sir.
Have the “Interstellar” version on the bracelet.https://i.imgur.com/Qf6y9Gy.jpg




https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49586695033_27015a34ba_o.jpg

Gazjam
26-02-2020, 19:08
Seiko SKX009 “Pepsi” on black Nato strap
https://i.imgur.com/KKWUrbM.jpg

Roy S
26-02-2020, 19:47
Seiko SKX009 “Pepsi” on black Nato strap


My Pepsi came to Barbados with me last year so will be staying in it's display case for this trip

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49589037236_cb54f235ed_b.jpg

Can't get on with nato straps, I've tried

Gazjam
26-02-2020, 19:50
Always likes the 009 on the jubilee bracelet.
Timeless.

Roy S
26-02-2020, 19:56
One of my latest acquisitions is definitely coming

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49542324512_d5f4145f80_h.jpg

Vince
28-02-2020, 16:30
My everyday watch.....never misses a beat....Eco-Drive....never needs winding or battery. It goes in the shower and only comes off to clean it in my ultrasonic cleaning bath. I can't recomend these enough and they are very sensible money.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49595900413_7b0839c6ed_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2iyBXig)IMG_0003 (https://flic.kr/p/2iyBXig) by Vincent Parkin (https://www.flickr.com/photos/140250732@N08/), on Flickr

Vince
28-02-2020, 16:33
My 'dress' watch. A present from a very good friend. Lovely and has its winding box as it's movement winding, so it will always be wound up if you want it.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49595902383_663d3657c1_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2iyBXTe)IMG_0006 (https://flic.kr/p/2iyBXTe) by Vincent Parkin (https://www.flickr.com/photos/140250732@N08/), on Flickr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596650062_452b0e3ee2_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2iyFN9f)IMG_0007 (https://flic.kr/p/2iyFN9f) by Vincent Parkin (https://www.flickr.com/photos/140250732@N08/), on Flickr

struth
28-02-2020, 16:35
very stylish vince.. like that

Made in 1968
28-02-2020, 16:44
What are Rotary like. I have my late dads in the cupboard. Dig it out later, Certainly aint my cuppa tea.

I bought My wife a Rotary Nurses watch, she says its the bet one shes had!

struth
28-02-2020, 16:48
good watches. ive one upstairs. reliable watch

Roy S
28-02-2020, 17:00
Yes, smart looking Rotary.

The 2nd 'diver' (I think)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596024468_60cdfc0976_b.jpg

Vince
28-02-2020, 17:01
Yeah Grant it is a lovely stylish watch. When the odd time that I do wear it, quite a few people comment on it....understated style....certainly not in your face. Every couple of months I switch the auto winder on, just to get it moving and apparently you are supposed to anyhow.
It's a limited edition, no. 59 out of 500.
I had said to my friend how much I liked it and one day he just popped round and said...there's a present for you. I was well chuffed, he never wore it, only a couple of times so I got it.
Now I just want some one to turn up with a Dan D'Agostino master audio system that they never use......anyone?

Roy S
28-02-2020, 17:08
This was my Dad's Rotary, I keep it running (change the battery when needed), never wear it though, a little small for my taste

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49045473383_04dceace18_b.jpg

struth
28-02-2020, 17:11
nice clean face..

Roy S
28-02-2020, 17:47
A couple of other Rotarys, I sold the 'tank' but still have the 'skeleton' which I got for a song on ebay because it needed a new strap.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596178803_ac2c82d350_b.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49242245947_1869057d9d_c.jpg

Gazjam
28-02-2020, 17:57
Always had a thing for the Submariner, but after owning (and selling) one...and getting the same vibe and enjoyment from non Rolex divers, the Seamaster catches my eye more nowadays.
Nice example that, like the orange...though crying out for a white dial imo! :)



Yes, smart looking Rotary.

The 2nd 'diver' (I think)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596024468_60cdfc0976_b.jpg

Roy S
28-02-2020, 18:23
Always had a thing for the Submariner, but after owning (and selling) one...and getting the same vibe and enjoyment from non Rolex divers, the Seamaster catches my eye more nowadays.
Nice example that, like the orange...though crying out for a white dial imo! :)

Know what you mean about divers (although I have a Rolex sub), this is one of my favourites, slightly larger than the original but being made of titanium weighs basically nothing so very comfortable to wear & bought pre-owned from ebay for £70!

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596301873_e8872f2fd3_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49597099902_45291cab2e_c.jpg

Made in 1968
28-02-2020, 18:32
Here Grant
Don't know how old it is or what model it is, Quartz tells me not expensive or old!

https://i.imgur.com/R1CACtA.jpg

User211
28-02-2020, 18:42
Yes, smart looking Rotary.

The 2nd 'diver' (I think)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49596024468_60cdfc0976_b.jpgRoy whilst I think you are nuts WRT watches I think you have some excellent visual taste.

Really.

You have posted some friggin' excellent looking devices and I really enjoy seeing them.

struth
28-02-2020, 18:49
Here Grant
Don't know how old it is or what model it is, Quartz tells me not expensive or old!

https://i.imgur.com/R1CACtA.jpgFirst analogue quartz was 1970 but didn't really tart getting made in numbers til after 76.
Rhat is probably 80/90's. Looks OK tho. Quite stylish

Roy S
28-02-2020, 19:03
Roy whilst I think you are nuts WRT watches I think you have some excellent visual taste.

Really.

You have posted some friggin' excellent looking devices and I really enjoy seeing them.

Glad you're enjoying them :)


Here Grant
Don't know how old it is or what model it is, Quartz tells me not expensive or old!

https://i.imgur.com/R1CACtA.jpg

This one has the same strap & watch is similar, just Roman numerals instead of batons

https://eterniacollectables.co.uk/rotary-mens-watch-vintage-metal-gold-plated-9857-20136-p.asp

Roy S
29-02-2020, 11:04
No.2 'smart' for hols? Jury's out

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49598978008_9c9f5c0d3e_o.jpg

struth
29-02-2020, 11:27
yeah a nice one for dress

Roy S
29-02-2020, 11:30
yeah a nice one for dress

Might just go with a skirt & blouse :D

Roy S
01-03-2020, 23:51
It's been a Panerai weekend :)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49606795571_dae9848356_o.jpg

Roy S
02-03-2020, 00:10
An early birthday prezzie

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49607110232_22f5aebf81_o.jpg

struth
02-03-2020, 00:13
Both nice, especially the first, at that angle anyway

Roy S
02-03-2020, 00:16
Both nice, especially the first, at that angle anyway

I was trying to get a decent shot of the completely over engineered strap

struth
02-03-2020, 00:47
Yeah strap is nice. I like good engineering. Craftsmanship too. It's one of my failed hopes I could be crafty.. But I'm not particularly good at things like that. Jack of all trades, master of none

Roy S
02-03-2020, 01:09
Meanwhile the search for holiday watches goes on, this one should get noticed, the 'Frankenmonster'

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49607290927_d7c397dc4f_o.jpg

struth
02-03-2020, 01:14
Ti's bright

Roy S
02-03-2020, 02:25
Another contender, got till Wednesday to make my mind up

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49607545392_a73b278de0_o.jpg

Roy S
02-03-2020, 22:40
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49610741338_c287da99df_o.jpg

Roy S
03-03-2020, 18:40
This one will be making the trip

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49614264093_b8b3e0138d_o.jpg

Roy S
27-03-2020, 12:25
Haven’t really been bothering with watches but will be venturing out shortly (for meds) so put this beastie on

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200327/79be98f5c6f9061cf54c1f1e1bdf5370.jpg

antonio
28-03-2020, 06:47
Looks a bit blingy Roy

hard1175
28-03-2020, 10:19
U
Any AOS'ers into watches?

I like a watch that ticks so I have a couple of quartz models and only one auto.

I'd be interested to see what other members have, I'd imagine the same discerning taste that draws people to good hifi and music might also result in a decent watch or two.

Roy S
28-03-2020, 10:43
Looks a bit blingy Roy

No real need to wear a watch at the moment, time’s of no great consequence, neither is what day it is come to that. Anyway

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200328/25f795a99ad758911700b0dd34b33c8b.jpg

Roy S
29-03-2020, 14:32
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200329/d7f5cc283cd4bc0dcd639cdb98b87b5e.jpg

Roy S
31-03-2020, 15:18
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49720551056_bf9cc0c689_h.jpg

Roy S
01-04-2020, 02:46
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200401/89f6100e8ffcaa0eb90da5ac24f47087.jpg

struth
01-04-2020, 05:09
All quite nice. Parnis bring the pick

Roy S
02-04-2020, 10:26
All quite nice. Parnis bring the pick

That was the cheapest Grant.

This one was cheaper at 14 quid delivered [emoji846]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200402/0d0b10fa2de72088034de4f41d0456b0.jpg

struth
02-04-2020, 10:40
That's good value

Roy S
02-04-2020, 23:59
On about it's 5th strap, think the brown leather suits it.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49728586958_3cedbc040b_o.jpg

struth
03-04-2020, 00:10
Yeah, a nice one.
Military style

Roy S
03-04-2020, 23:26
Nice blue sterile dial

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49732676816_b8c1f0b65c_k.jpg

Ninanina
03-04-2020, 23:45
I've got loads of watches including a nice Seiko ladies divers watch but now only use my Apple watch....

Roy S
05-04-2020, 11:08
Couldn’t get on with the Apple Watch, gave it away, much prefer ‘analogue’

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200405/6ee439d6f58aca0e3e34aa3c4ce4df32.jpg

SteveW
05-04-2020, 12:51
Something I wanted to do a while ago and finally got round to it.
Fancied changing the look of my Seiko diver and after watching several YouTube videos, managed to change the bezel to this orange one.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200405/a9340d39430fdba62570c7d99f6d6607.jpg


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Roy S
05-04-2020, 12:56
Looks familiar? [emoji846]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200405/1de82b358183659359086aa57a1848a6.jpg

SteveW
05-04-2020, 12:57
Exactly [emoji6]


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SteveW
05-04-2020, 13:10
I had looked at getting one of those, but prices have really soared. On top of which I’ve found a guy to fix my speed master.


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struth
05-04-2020, 19:35
Looks familiar? [emoji846]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200405/1de82b358183659359086aa57a1848a6.jpgThat works well with the bracelet

Roy S
05-04-2020, 19:52
That works well with the bracelet

One of my favourites Grant & water resistant to 600 metres so I can wear it in the bath (even in the deep end)

struth
05-04-2020, 20:06
Bet no one has tried that lol

Roy S
06-04-2020, 00:52
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200406/3f1a5a3651ffb0ec2e54cb8e8c7c7e34.jpg

Gazjam
06-04-2020, 14:54
Bit of Parnis Top Gunning here...
Never look at the day/date so not sure what’s going on but doesn’t matter.
Its a nice IWC tribute I think.

https://i.imgur.com/ImY1Nzn.jpg

Roy S
06-04-2020, 15:01
Bit of Parnis Top Gunning here...
Never look at the day/date so not sure what’s going on but doesn’t matter.
Its a nice IWC tribute I think.

Great watches for the money.

SteveW
06-04-2020, 15:02
Great watches for the money.

Agreed..!


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Roy S
06-04-2020, 15:13
My current Parnis line up, including a number of sterile dials.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200406/bf7e1e5d702f10ad62e00811c3c17003.jpg

Gazjam
06-04-2020, 16:03
Not mine, but a wonderful timepiece...

https://i.imgur.com/JXEfK9u.jpg

SteveW
06-04-2020, 16:09
Lol.
It’s extremely accurate.
Spot on twice every 24 hrs


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Roy S
06-04-2020, 16:21
Not mine, but a wonderful timepiece...



A nice light design but I wouldn't trust that bracelet.

andyrlb
06-04-2020, 19:04
I once had a thing for posh watches now this fits my needs fine ...


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200406/3f7dfe3a160688c300b4701d681e5e17.jpg


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Roy S
06-04-2020, 20:02
I once had a thing for posh watches

G Shocks are cool. What posh watches have you had Andrew?

andyrlb
06-04-2020, 20:10
G Shocks are cool. What posh watches have you had Andrew?

The best one that I was very proud of was a Genuine Breitling one , it had a yellow face and black bezel . The wife has an old Cartier , silver with the small gold screws ?


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Roy S
06-04-2020, 20:45
My 'posh' collection (& yes, they could all do with a good buff up)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073312_d1bef05438_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073287_60eed0c281_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201603_8be7fb6a08_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201633_272e2fa5e1_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201503_b5c7ec5420_k.jpg

SteveW
06-04-2020, 20:47
In that jazz loving Fast Show voice
....’Nice’


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andyrlb
06-04-2020, 20:51
My 'posh' collection (& yes, they could all do with a good buff up)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073312_d1bef05438_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073287_60eed0c281_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201603_8be7fb6a08_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201633_272e2fa5e1_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201503_b5c7ec5420_k.jpg

Bloody gorgeous Roy,reminds me of a feeling I get when traveling through Geneva airport to visit my sister and you see all the top brand’s adverting and then again when you arrive in the City and it’s all across the rooftops. Very nice though


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Gazjam
06-04-2020, 22:40
Cant go wrong wi' a Monaco.
Love the Dressier Calibre 12.

antonio
07-04-2020, 07:18
My 'posh' collection (& yes, they could all do with a good buff up)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073312_d1bef05438_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49744073287_60eed0c281_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201603_8be7fb6a08_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201633_272e2fa5e1_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201503_b5c7ec5420_k.jpg


Willy waving again Roy. :lol: Only joking, really nice collection you have there.

struth
07-04-2020, 07:31
My 'posh' collection (& yes, they could all do with a good buff up)



https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201633_272e2fa5e1_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201503_b5c7ec5420_k.jpg

i like the last 2 the best for some reason.

Gazjam
07-04-2020, 10:14
Like the Speedy,
the orange really pops.

mad-moon
07-04-2020, 10:39
Like the Speedy,
the orange really pops.

Not wishing to sound pedantic Gaz..but it's a "Seamaster"...;)

I do like the Rolex..but I'd rather have one of these any day of the week...

Roy S
07-04-2020, 10:46
Not wishing to sound pedantic Gaz..but it's a "Seamaster"...;)

I do like the Rolex..but I'd rather have one of these any day of the week...

Being even more pedantic it's actually a Seamaster Planet Ocean :D

Gazjam
07-04-2020, 15:09
:D Good spot that Man!
I stand erected.



Not wishing to sound pedantic Gaz..but it's a "Seamaster"...;)

I do like the Rolex..but I'd rather have one of these any day of the week...

Roy S
09-04-2020, 11:21
Just a cheapo Parnis I've just put a mesh strap on in the sunshine

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49752798846_f787240d5f_k.jpg

struth
09-04-2020, 11:23
Just a cheapo Parnis I've just put a mesh strap on in the sunshine

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49752798846_f787240d5f_k.jpg

quite like that.. striking yes uncluttered

Roy S
09-04-2020, 22:19
Parnis MIlgauss homage

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200409/9aa4a4f3e4f96dc1cb5b57dbd27b94f2.jpg

Ninanina
09-04-2020, 22:26
Don't know about the watch but I like the hair.... just like hairy arms etc... :eyebrows:

Roy S
09-04-2020, 22:32
Don't know about the watch but I like the hair.... just like hairy arms etc... :eyebrows:

I won't ask what the 'etc' refers to :D

Ninanina
09-04-2020, 22:46
I won't ask what the 'etc' refers to :D

No don't :eek:

Roy S
10-04-2020, 14:41
Today’s sunny watch pic

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/8f1ac792ef9c58dc2f359985e12e23dd.jpg

Roy S
11-04-2020, 10:49
Another self isolating sunny day, another watch.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49760230891_ae5fe5d241_o.jpg

SteveW
11-04-2020, 11:26
I’m contemplating getting one of these.
It’s the sarb 017 Alpinist.
Have a feeling with Seikos new branding exercise and the fact that these are discontinued, these will become collectibles and increase in value.
Trouble is, I can’t make my mind up if I really really like it or really don’t like it.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200411/a3fb66062948a64ff83f8976aa1e9e67.jpg


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Roy S
11-04-2020, 11:38
Yes, I’ve looked at those but the sub 40mm size puts me off a little. I settled for a similar style kinetic model.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200411/57f4c18c48b2a1b71e41603d1efbdf17.jpg

Roy S
12-04-2020, 11:32
Today Orienr’s take on the Kermit.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200412/7ccf5e97385fffc5ad2e31e01232f86a.jpg

Roy S
13-04-2020, 16:28
Something a little different today but it's still sunny :)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49769787666_355b130c54_h.jpg

mad-moon
13-04-2020, 16:57
Yes, I’ve looked at those but the sub 40mm size puts me off a little. I settled for a similar style kinetic model.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200411/57f4c18c48b2a1b71e41603d1efbdf17.jpg

what a stunner...:stalks:

Roy S
14-04-2020, 11:13
what a stunner...:stalks:

Yes, I like me Seikos.

This one's benefiting from the sunshine

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49772817426_ea31b073e3_k.jpg

antonio
14-04-2020, 15:00
Really like the Seiko Kinetic Roy, the Pagani Design ain't bad either.

Roy S
15-04-2020, 11:53
Another sunny day, another sub homage

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200415/365f83da3894e78dffea290ed07f610b.jpg

Roy S
16-04-2020, 10:37
A Sunny Seiko

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49779731753_3c789f1f73_h.jpg

Gazjam
16-04-2020, 11:20
Fancied a change, so GMT on a Nato strap it is.
https://i.imgur.com/OghKfqM.jpg

Roy S
16-04-2020, 11:25
Fancied a change, so GMT on a Nato strap it is.


Nice one. Parnis I assume? The GMT homage is one of the few I haven't got.

struth
16-04-2020, 11:43
Fancied a change, so GMT on a Nato strap it is.
https://i.imgur.com/OghKfqM.jpg

nice watch

Gazjam
16-04-2020, 13:36
Nice one. Parnis I assume? The GMT homage is one of the few I haven't got.

Yeah another Parnis, love the style but not so much the price of the Master II!
Good value, ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal.

struth
16-04-2020, 13:49
Had my watch on but strap is too small. In last hole again
Wrist must be thicker again. Awkward having big wrists. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4a7144229297beaeb91c9f2126246e0b.jpg
I give up with wrist watches lol

struth
16-04-2020, 13:55
I've put Rudy on. [emoji23]

That's a big watch https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/92362c18972e6c86260737085a81d70c.jpg

Roy S
16-04-2020, 13:57
Yeah another Parnis, love the style but not so much the price of the Master II!
Good value, ceramic bezel amp sapphire crystal.

Added to me shopping list.

Roy S
16-04-2020, 13:58
Had my watch on but strap is too small. In last hole again
Wrist must be thicker again. Awkward having big wrists.
I give up with wrist watches lol

Have you tried it on one of those nato straps Grant?

struth
16-04-2020, 14:01
strap is tight so wouldnt be able to get it off ... plus my hands are not great with intricate stuff now. rudy is just too heavy tho.. like having a dog sitting on your arm

Roy S
16-04-2020, 14:01
I've put Rudy on. [emoji23]

That's a big watch

Reminds me of a Diesel 'Big Daddy'

Roy S
16-04-2020, 14:05
strap is tight so wouldnt be able to get it off ... plus my hands are not great with intricate stuff now. rudy is just too heavy tho.. like having a dog sitting on your arm

Messing with watch straps etc. is one of the things I do to try and maintain my manual dexterity. I have to leave some things and come back to them later to save the watch being worked on getting chucked out the window.

struth
16-04-2020, 14:09
Messing with watch straps etc. is one of the things I do to try and maintain my manual dexterity. I have to leave some things and come back to them later to save the watch being worked on getting chucked out the window.

yup, my fingers are not great and eyes too. still i can still play with a pc :eek: the brain isnt affected....well not much :ner:

SteveW
16-04-2020, 17:40
For years I have been wearing nato straps in the ‘conventional’ manner.
However after watching this I’ve switched and they are more comfortable now!

https://youtu.be/LbKiWPF2ccs


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Roy S
16-04-2020, 18:44
For years I have been wearing nato straps in the ‘conventional’ manner.
However after watching this I’ve switched and they are more comfortable now!


Thanks for that Steve, I've got a number of natos but can never get on with them but I'll try this.

I did wonder what a 'bund' nato was till I realised he was saying bond!

Friend of mine has all his watches on natos, including a vintage Tudor chronograph!

SteveW
16-04-2020, 19:47
Thanks for that Steve, I've got a number of natos but can never get on with them but I'll try this.

I did wonder what a 'bund' nato was till I realised he was saying bond!

Friend of mine has all his watches on natos, including a vintage Tudor chronograph!

Yeah, I was starting to put some of mine back on bracelets because the NATO’s always seemed a bit ‘lopsided’
However they feel much more balanced now.
I wonder if they were always supposed to be worn the way this South African guy has shown?

Roy S
16-04-2020, 20:29
I wonder if they were always supposed to be worn the way this South African guy has shown?

Maybe, certainly looks tidier. Gives me something to experiment with tomorrow :)

Roy S
16-04-2020, 22:27
That's so much better, thanks again Steve, will finally get some use out of those natos.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49782783582_43dcc076f9_c.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49782459276_0c130703d8_c.jpg

SteveW
17-04-2020, 05:52
That's so much better, thanks again Steve, will finally get some use out of those natos.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49782783582_43dcc076f9_c.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49782459276_0c130703d8_c.jpg

As Nessa would say “Tidy”

SteveW
17-04-2020, 07:27
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Roy S
17-04-2020, 07:36
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Roy S
17-04-2020, 17:58
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49785759472_bc896db881_b.jpg

struth
18-04-2020, 07:54
ordered a couple of nato straps so hoping ive got right size at 24mm

Roy S
18-04-2020, 08:26
ordered a couple of nato straps so hoping ive got right size at 24mm

9 and a half inches should be enough for anyone Grant (oh Matron..)

struth
18-04-2020, 08:44
300mm... ooh doctor:D

watchgecko

Roy S
18-04-2020, 09:00
300mm... ooh doctor:D

watchgecko

What was that old joke? 'I've got 12 inches but I don't use it as a rule'

struth
18-04-2020, 10:08
I only bought a couple of straps, I didn't expect the Spanish inquisition:eyebrows:

https://youtu.be/FAxkcPoLYcQ?t=34

Roy S
18-04-2020, 10:12
I only bought a couple of straps, I didn't expect the Spanish inquisition:eyebrows:


'Fetch the comfy chair Biggles'

Roy S
18-04-2020, 11:32
A nato strap has definitely improved the look of this watch, previously on a horrible brown plastic one.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49788476417_55f51d5ebd_b.jpg

Gazjam
18-04-2020, 11:42
Nice.
Reminds me of the Mondaine.

Roy S
18-04-2020, 11:54
Nice.
Reminds me of the Mondaine.

Yes, I think that's what they were aiming at ;)

This auto owes me around £14?

SteveW
18-04-2020, 17:28
A nato strap has definitely improved the look of this watch, previously on a horrible brown plastic one.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49788476417_55f51d5ebd_b.jpg

Love this.

struth
18-04-2020, 18:08
Looking for a 24mm lug watch if anyone has one to move on. Black or white. Lol
Yes I quite like that one. Not seen it before.
Picked up a military one on amazon. Should get it next week sometime

Gazjam
19-04-2020, 09:10
Yes, I think that's what they were aiming at ;)

This auto owes me around £14?

Crikey, a bit cheaper than my own Mondaine then!
Looks great on that Nato strap, the red really pops.

Nice in the black face too.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Automatic-Leather-Minimal-Analog-Display/dp/B07MKSZD79

Roy S
19-04-2020, 11:06
Crikey, a bit cheaper than my own Mondaine then!
Looks great on that Nato strap, the red really pops.

Nice in the black face too.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Automatic-Leather-Minimal-Analog-Display/dp/B07MKSZD79

Yes, does look good in the black, still available on ebay from Hong Kong/USA

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ESS-Mens-Watch-Automatic-Silver-Case-Black-Leather-Gloss-Hand-winding-Luxury/362839543884?epid=14034273124&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item547aec104c:g:pk8AAOSwUrZd6KFg&enc=AQAEAAACYIQvEcHUrT7nmUC3yY5qbPyaBN1nJEDYW8Myyp sJPgXKs4ijYSTGv0%2BdOMHOyVlosONrYsAyrY%2BVQKnSQCXs QLPBw6uzdlkjXeGhdH7KhkV2o8L7rSI%2FSl3Y20jxYe69BrjR DH%2BJxOjTOKkVKPhE4YegaYzdp12igclsVvMROYo88gpcpQuZ itRxkUq6I3trBDZeAhtap1wIctnLCuKJAYxfThzVTs0BxgK6Ps 9Zv3IrvDnXDlb2XdDBqLMxcdnn%2BmUgHZmNeP7cmRR%2FyHSL DJ9nK97vklrjrAETTkqBbfo29XELZFamcsnQ3IiXsg9cl6RVA% 2BrXfKjiNa7IfyeNIThRAh3V%2BkxV2zrlMKYcB%2FDTt24S0Y k6Lf6moUqnOUdYiYM4Cjr2kgbp73nKWlJtKdZ3kTxQctW6KbKu jePYQSMkX160og4rZplKw3XMNRw9NYJTpN0bAFFxuTd2MwlqHb Qb4S2lMZlersJe0Khf3J2%2BS1qqxa6VLpaFymEyApDpsSz5ZV 0RsnhkMWPC9wav%2FcdkzlbsTbI0beYY%2FyI%2FgSMeJ49Vzr RFMy0zbZ3nlVxg%2FAU8d4FqyPzhNLvMW1eZgjJSrGPT%2FWPl MkoODuQ0CC%2FL%2Faj1IkY1it6N%2FVI5XLSLqqRv34NTv7KS wBR4V6tMVBh01AVIO30qAYRwuNzd04yXeR442KhZ0vGBu7NKKA jKMPdWv3uDxWuN3UuuSVH7fiInoefrSNhvFbyiRS2vzrdvRiXQ aGVgP25F6KbMa0w8VcZyqIKMu0CFIKxwzFCUHuP48%2BH4FxB8 iORM%2FkVeZwKi&checksum=362839543884066aaa0b6c144c9e9db6f1b3178ff f37

SteveW
19-04-2020, 12:42
Not so much colour popping as being tangoed
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Roy S
19-04-2020, 12:46
Not so much colour popping as being tangoed


Nice one! I do like an orange face

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200419/c727443b9acd7ac0b05ede0d1df4133e.jpg

Audio Al
19-04-2020, 12:47
Is that a Trump face watch Roy :)

Roy S
19-04-2020, 12:49
Is that a Trump face watch Roy :)

with the comb over bracelet :D

Roy S
19-04-2020, 13:02
Sunny day, sunny watch

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49792759201_be01bbb505_k.jpg

SteveW
19-04-2020, 13:28
Nice one! I do like an orange face

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200419/c727443b9acd7ac0b05ede0d1df4133e.jpg

Yeah.. very nice.
Always thought the Zeno would have been better with black hands.
Might get some more tools and change them myself if lockdown goes on and on.


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struth
19-04-2020, 13:37
expensive brand zeno

SteveW
19-04-2020, 13:40
Zeno didn’t used to be, but I’ve noticed they have ramped prices up in the last few years.


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Roy S
19-04-2020, 13:49
Yeah.. very nice.
Always thought the Zeno would have been better with black hands.
Might get some more tools and change them myself if lockdown goes on and on.


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Yes, black hands would match the batons better.

Changing hands would be a bit ambitious for me, I'll stick to changing & sizing straps & replacing batteries in the few quartz watches I've got. Good luck!

SteveW
19-04-2020, 13:55
You may well be right Roy.
It looks simple enough on some of the YouTube videos I’ve watched.. but then by the time I’ve bought a bit more kit, and the hands etc it might be better to let an expert do it.
Changing that bezel was a lot more challenging than the videos make it look.


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