Only have 3 38mm watches
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I read that the fashion for watches with large dials is coming to an end. https://www.gq.com/gallery/best-smal...hes-under-38mm, and that watches under 40mm in size are to be preferred.
The question I ask is that the diameter of the watchglass/dial, or is it the overall diameter of the case (excluding winder)? The case of my Rolex (bought in 1970) measures 35mm.
Strange that Rolex have made their 'Submariner' 1mm bigger and I haven't noticed a resurgence of smaller watches? (I note that the article linked to was dated April 2020 with the original article dating back to 2018).Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
Diameter is usually quoted excluding the crown but when I sell a watch I always qualify that.
But when is big big?
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I also read of the resurgence of smaller watches in one of the weekend supplements about three months ago. Personally I dislike the large watch sizes that are prevalent today, but respect it's a matter of taste.
Taste yes but it’s also about how watches ‘wear’ and the size of the wrist it’s on.
I’m still wearing the Parnis I referenced earlier in the thread and hadn’t realised it’s actually 46mm (excluding the crown [emoji6] )
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40mm is my limit for bezel-cased watches, 38mm for non-bezel pieces. I used to wear watches as big as 50mm, but they're far too big and end up getting clonked on door frames etc.
A slender profile also does it for me. 12mm the absolute limit.
35 mm for my skinny wrists. I prefer the look anyway.
I too prefer a slim profile, but Rolexes being a truly waterproof watch will always be thick.Quote:
Originally Posted by Filterlab
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One of my many Parnis watches, it’ll be an ‘homage’ to something.
Like this.. StylishQuote:
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Got this Seiko recently, £400 new, £330 in sale, quite nice, though I prefer slimmer watches.
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Unusual coloured dial, smart though.Quote:
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Nice crisp sterile dial 'cheapy' today
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Loads of brands seem to be reissuing their back catalogue, just got this Timex, always wanted one as a kid! £100 reduced from £160.
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Yes, I 'Timexed' this weekend (in a pink jumper)
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I was looking at the Waterbury range as well, I like the nice classic dial and case shape, but I'm after one with a smaller case, 40mm seems to be the vogue these days.Quote:
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It's a really good looking watch (photos don't do it justice) and doesn't wear that big. Time keeping's more or less spot on to.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikeandvan
I'd just add that it's rare I keep the same watch on for three days ;)
another beauty Roy...Quote:
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did you get this watch gaz...?Quote:
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That’s a lovely piece.Quote:
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Birthday in February Alan,Quote:
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Be looking to pick one up there or shortly thereafter.
Been a wee bit spendy this month with an impulse buy - a private plate for the Alfa! :doh:
mine in feb too.. my audio buying days are over tho i think.:) might pick up a telly though this yearQuote:
Originally Posted by Gazjam
I wear my Squale Atmos 20 every day now; the rest of my watches have been consigned to the drawer.
:D I just love this one too much.
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As a Cinephile Sir,
That would be a wise purchase imo.
Get the biggest, best quality one you can.
(Can't bring back the wee Lady selling Choc Ices...or the smokey atmosphere with the projector light beaming through...buy hey, there are things you can do to bring it back!)
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Quality watch,
possibly one the best of the Sub homages, but does its own thing too.
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ha, yes im holding off as it will probably need wall fitting and at moment thats out. still got that box if your still interested.. if not no biggie mate. im using the box as a table:ner:Quote:
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Cheers. Squale have been around for donkeys, plus they built water resistant cases for many watch makers as well. The sub copyright was up years ago which is why so many use the style - it's exactly right for its purpose. The build quality of this piece is exceptional for the relatively low price tag (relative to Rolex that is).Quote:
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And a darned sight better looking than the current vulgar-looking 'bling' Rolex watches.Quote:
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Decent looking sub homage (have a few of those :D ).
Will have to check them out although I'm not keen on the face graphics and although it gets generally good reviews mention is made of poor power reserve and stiff bezels (matron).
Like the look of their GMT homage to.
Smooth bezel and bags of power reserve on mine. Easily 42 hours.
Good to hear, now on the 'want' list.Quote:
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i had one of those once:ner:Quote:
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Can be nasty if left untreated :DQuote:
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when im very old, i shall show it to my grandchildren :ner:Quote:
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I shall bequeath mineQuote:
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wont the solicitor be embarrassed ???;)Quote:
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Why? Cos his is smaller?Quote:
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lol.. well pulling it out if his ring binder might prove awkward, especially if not properly treated:eyebrows:Quote:
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Worse still if I pull it out, put it back in, pull it out, put it back in, pull it... etcQuote:
Originally Posted by struth
WTF? Now that’s some crazy thread drift! :lol:
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Originally Posted by Filterlab
Sorry, yes, watches, where were we? Ok, choice for tomorrow
(Mmmmmm bezels.... )
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After hearing about San Martins being mentioned a few times in glowing terms I decided to check them out (I've actually ended up buying two after a very late acceptance of a cheeky offer on ebay). Here's the first, good initial impression of the watch itself but the strap will be getting changed.
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nice....thought you had stopped buying roy??:D
i said i was buying no more whisky for a while and i stuck to it. .... well for 10 days anyway:o
I should stay off ebay Grant although I have sold a couple and will be moving some more on now I've discovered that for 72p the post office will collect your parcels (save me a trip to the scummy local sub post office and mixing with the breakfast cider club members who frequent that parade of shops).Quote:
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That is a large organisation, with members everywhere. Often seen wearing grubby rags and clutching their 80p can of booze whilst wobbling towards unsuspecting members of the public and croaking "giz a fag mate"!Quote:
Originally Posted by Roy S
I always loved that Seiko - and all Seikos for that matter. They make some very high quality pieces, even at their budget end.Quote:
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Lovely indeed. What’s the diameter?Quote:
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I have a collection of fifteen or so Seikos that perhaps don't get as much wrist time as they should. First Seiko I bought -Quote:
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43mm excluding the crown.Quote:
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