Watches

[verreauxi]

No idea where they're displaying the time, unless I'm just having a brain fart...if it's similar to this one below then the clock is an afterthought IMO and all it's about the automaton portion. Cool, nonetheless as it's still delving into mechanical nerdery.

I agree. I think they explain the time better here. Defo not practical, but the mechanical nerdery (<--gonna borrow that) is what amazes me. It's also a bit too gaudy for my tastes, but like a perpetual calendar, one can marvel that--at base--it's all gears and springs that can create and keep track of all those functions and movements.

 

[verreauxi]

Got a craving for a black watch and being drawn to the Tudor Black Bay Ceramic.
Think I prefer ceramic over PVD.
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TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic watch - m79210cnu-0001 | TUDOR Watch

Discover the TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic watch m79210cnu-0001 - Manufacture Calibre MT5602-1U (COSC) - 41mm ceramic case - Hybrid leather and rubber strap

www.tudorwatch.com

That is super handsome. I like that fact that it is highly legible, despite the fact that it is one of the "black-themed" styles. Some companies make the black-themed watches but everything is darkened and it's simply impractical to read, as if you're doing a stealth special-ops and require darkened hands, hour-markers, and no lume.

Anyways, that looks terrific!

 

[verreauxi]

I hate this hobby as every time I think I've seen all the watches I need to see, I discover a new one. My latest (needless) obsession is with the Minase Horizon 2.0, which has an upgraded movement. But Minase is all about styling and design, not about movement. The more I read, the more I (needlessly) want the black/blue dial on bracelet:

Discover Horizon Watches | Made in Japan | Minase Watches

Horizon watches are one of Minase's collection. All watches are handmade in Japan by skilled watchmakers. Steel bracelet, leather or rubber band

www.minasewatches.ch

Hands-On - Minase Horizon, An Original Watch from Japan

Different horizons with a unique Japanese boutique watch manufacturer. We take a close look at the original Minase Horizon watch.

monochrome-watches.com

Minase Horizon

Minase Horizon - Ref. VM02-M01SB - Case: 316L stainless steel - Dimensions: 38mm x 51mm, height=12mm - Calibre KT7001/1 (base ETA 2824)

escapementmagazine.com

 

[Gwladys St. Glory]

I agree. I think they explain the time better here. Defo not practical, but the mechanical nerdery (<--gonna borrow that) is what amazes me. It's also a bit too gaudy for my tastes, but like a perpetual calendar, one can marvel that--at base--it's all gears and springs that can create and keep track of all those functions and movements.

Aww, c'mon...so many sparkles. ?‍?

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[Gwladys St. Glory]

I hate this hobby as every time I think I've seen all the watches I need to see, I discover a new one. My latest (needless) obsession is with the Minase Horizon 2.0, which has an upgraded movement. But Minase is all about styling and design, not about movement. The more I read, the more I (needlessly) want the black/blue dial on bracelet:

Discover Horizon Watches | Made in Japan | Minase Watches

Horizon watches are one of Minase's collection. All watches are handmade in Japan by skilled watchmakers. Steel bracelet, leather or rubber band

www.minasewatches.ch

Hands-On - Minase Horizon, An Original Watch from Japan

Different horizons with a unique Japanese boutique watch manufacturer. We take a close look at the original Minase Horizon watch.

monochrome-watches.com

Minase Horizon

Minase Horizon - Ref. VM02-M01SB - Case: 316L stainless steel - Dimensions: 38mm x 51mm, height=12mm - Calibre KT7001/1 (base ETA 2824)

escapementmagazine.com

Thank you for contacting Watchaholics Anonymous; we can't come to the computer right now, Breguet's released a new GMT and we're currently planning our bank heist on a secondary PC.

As a temporary solution, we suggest placing your wallet in the nearest volcano.

 

[malcson]

Got a craving for a black watch and being drawn to the Tudor Black Bay Ceramic.
Think I prefer ceramic over PVD.
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TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic watch - m79210cnu-0001 | TUDOR Watch

Discover the TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic watch m79210cnu-0001 - Manufacture Calibre MT5602-1U (COSC) - 41mm ceramic case - Hybrid leather and rubber strap

www.tudorwatch.com

Looks great, Ceramic will probably offer greater scratch resistance than PVD. I have read that ceramic cases have a risk of chipping or cracking which puts me off a little.

 

[verreauxi]

I think I posted about these before, but these are great kids watches...lots of fun:

Parchie Pal

Parchie Pal

parchiepal.com

 

[verreauxi]

Some good stuff here:

Editors' Picks: Our Favorite Watches For Under (A Few Way, Way Under) $1,000

Perfect for beginners and value-driven veterans.

www.hodinkee.com

 

[Gwladys St. Glory]

New Lum-Tec arrived...quality. Damn camera focused on the box instead of the dial due to lighting I suppose. Will get sunlight photo tomorrow.

Short hit with the UV flashlight....

 

[Gwladys St. Glory]

A few from this morning...the black in the middle of the hour and minute hands is some sort of shiny black lacquer so it's not bad application of anything, just sunlight reflection affects...

Not keen on the strap...no big deal, it's 22mm so no shortage of choices...likely to be this ColaReb

 

[verreauxi]

Really cool watch at a great price. Not surprising it has been sold out.

Islander Glacier Limited Edition Automatic Dive Watch X Lume Shot Collaboration #ISL-124

Islander Glacier Limited Edition Automatic Dive Watch X Lume Shot Collaboration #ISL-124

longislandwatch.com

 

[Gwladys St. Glory]

Really cool watch at a great price. Not surprising it has been sold out.

Islander Glacier Limited Edition Automatic Dive Watch X Lume Shot Collaboration #ISL-124

Islander Glacier Limited Edition Automatic Dive Watch X Lume Shot Collaboration #ISL-124

longislandwatch.com

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Yeah, was a collab with someone who mods Seiko's...can't remember who

 

[Tramps_mate]

I've decided I'm going to treat myself to a new watch after the summer.. The question is do I splash out a bit and spend £3-4k on one, or buy a few cheaper £3-500 watches that I've had my eye on for ages.?

Either Breitling/Tudor etc.. (any other options?)

Or a couple of other watches I have on my list, like Seiko/Casio types..

I tend to look at watches around 43-45mm as I have big wrists..

 

[Gwladys St. Glory]

I've decided I'm going to treat myself to a new watch after the summer.. The question is do I splash out a bit and spend £3-4k on one, or buy a few cheaper £3-500 watches that I've had my eye on for ages.?

Either Breitling/Tudor etc.. (any other options?)

Or a couple of other watches I have on my list, like Seiko/Casio types..

I tend to look at watches around 43-45mm as I have big wrists..

The good thing is you're not in a rush...plenty of time to decide. Main thing is spend it wisely but everyone's got differing opinions on what that means. You're highly unlikely to make a return on a single watch in the3-4k range, sadly...so go on a run of 3-4 quality 700-1k pieces, I say.

 

[Tramps_mate]

The good thing is you're not in a rush...plenty of time to decide. Main thing is spend it wisely but everyone's got differing opinions on what that means. You're highly unlikely to make a return on a single watch in the3-4k range, sadly...so go on a run of 3-4 quality 700-1k pieces, I say.

I want a dress watch for my collection. So a leather strap something I think. Also more daily wearers really.

I've liked this for a long time.

TUDOR Black Bay Bronze 43mm | M79250BA-0001 | David M Robinson

Inspired by TUDOR's naval history, the Black Bay Bronze 43mm is crafted with a robust bronze case and the reliable Manufacture Calibre MT5601. Discover now at David M Robinson.

www.davidmrobinson.co.uk

also

Breitling Superocean Automatic 44 Stainless Steel Rubber Strap Watch A17367021I1S2 | Goldsmiths

Breitling Superocean Automatic 44 A17367021I1S2

www.goldsmiths.co.uk

But in the cheaper budgets. My want list includes..

Prospex 'Arnie' | Seiko Boutique | The Official UK Online Store

This diver’s watch is a modern re-interpretation of the Seiko world-first 'Hybrid divers' originally released in 1982 and named hybrid because it ...

www.seikoboutique.co.uk

Seiko 5 Sports 5 Sports 42mm Mens Watch - Black SRPD55K1 | Goldsmiths

Seiko 5 Sports 42mm Mens Watch SRPD55K1

www.goldsmiths.co.uk

I wanna give a Spinnaker a try too..

Hazard Yellow

Inspired by watch shapes and designs of the 1970s, the Dumas represents a more muscular form in dive watch design. Taking its name from the famed diving pioneer Fr��d��ric Dumas, the watch harkens to a capsule of dive watches that were designed explicitly for pure function and practicality in...

spinnaker-watches.co.uk