08-04-2011, 03:57 PM
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#341
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: SE Calgary
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Last edited by oilyfan; 08-04-2011 at 04:05 PM.
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08-04-2011, 07:13 PM
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#342
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CP Pontiff
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: A pasture out by Millarville
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I wear a $75 Time Ironman Triathlon because it has a stopwatch and a plastic band for the wrist. The $500 watch my wife gave some years ago sits unused and the other $600 watch she got more recently for Christmas is something I asked her to take back just on the plain evidence I'd never use it even though it had a stopwatch.
On the other hand, she's got some crazy expensive watch bling I've bought her through the years.
Different strokes for different folks.
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08-04-2011, 09:03 PM
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#344
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: NYYC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by oilyfan
Just picked this one up, not in class of the Omegas or the Rolexs but I like it
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Doesn't need to be expensive to be a good watch. I love Seiko's, I think they are the best bang for your buck watch out there (although the best ones are all in Japan).
You should look at this site if you're ever interested in some of the Japanese models: http://www.seiyajapan.com/
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08-04-2011, 09:07 PM
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#345
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: NYYC
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That's a great looking Max Bill watch wgpflamesfan, I've always wanted one of those.
If you like that look, you should also look into Nomos....a little more expensive, but they make in-house mechanical movements (pretty rare at their price range).
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08-05-2011, 07:36 AM
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#346
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Franchise Player
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Originally Posted by wpgflamesfan
Looking at maybe purchasing this. Any opinions? |
My only bad comment would be that it might be hard to see what time it is, the hands blend into the face a bit too much. Could just be the picture though and in person it isn't an issue.
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08-05-2011, 08:08 AM
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#347
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Powerplay Quarterback
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I am also looking into buying a new watch... though not as pricey as many of the watches in this thread so far. Any recommendations on reasonably cheap watches for me to look into?
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08-05-2011, 08:14 AM
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#348
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Calgary
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This was my grad gift. I love this watch.
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08-05-2011, 08:38 AM
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#349
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Lifetime Suspension
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Originally Posted by MonsieurFish
I am also looking into buying a new watch... though not as pricey as many of the watches in this thread so far. Any recommendations on reasonably cheap watches for me to look into?
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Maybe look into skagen watches from Denmark. They are thin and really lightweight which I like. They sell them at the Bay.
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08-05-2011, 09:36 AM
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#350
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: NYYC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MonsieurFish
I am also looking into buying a new watch... though not as pricey as many of the watches in this thread so far. Any recommendations on reasonably cheap watches for me to look into?
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As mentioned before, I think the best bang for your buck brand is Seiko. They make quality watches and most of their prices are extremely reasonable. Citizen is also a brand that makes good watches....a few pages back I put up a photo of a real thin cheapo I bought a few months ago.
Skagen's aren't going to get you much respect from watch snobs as it's purely a fashion watch, but if you like it get it, go for it. Most watches these days are just fashion items anyway, and I think they have a nice minimalist look going for them.
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08-05-2011, 10:28 AM
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#351
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First Line Centre
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Table 5
As mentioned before, I think the best bang for your buck brand is Seiko. They make quality watches and most of their prices are extremely reasonable. Citizen is also a brand that makes good watches....a few pages back I put up a photo of a real thin cheapo I bought a few months ago.
Skagen's aren't going to get you much respect from watch snobs as it's purely a fashion watch, but if you like it get it, go for it. Most watches these days are just fashion items anyway, and I think they have a nice minimalist look going for them.
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Yes. Seiko, Seiko, Seiko. And buy an Automatic. Google Seiko Black Monster. Great watch at a great price.
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08-05-2011, 10:45 AM
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#352
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Powerplay Quarterback
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DrJ
This was my grad gift. I love this watch.
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that's a sick Movado. Mine's getting a little old and I was actually looking at that exact watch.
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09-13-2011, 01:02 PM
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#353
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Calgary
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The Seiko FC Barcelona watch.
Looks pretty good, wonder how much it will cost.
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09-13-2011, 03:41 PM
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#354
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Income Tax Central
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bomber317
The Seiko FC Barcelona watch.
Looks pretty good, wonder how much it will cost.
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I dunno, but Barca fans will want this, watching Barca is pretty boring so its good to know how much longer you have to do it for.
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09-14-2011, 06:43 PM
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#355
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Calgary
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Pics of the restored Omega Seamaster came in. Dated to sometime in the late 40's/early 50's.
Before
After
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09-14-2011, 06:45 PM
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#356
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Atomic Nerd
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Calgary
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DrJ
This was my grad gift. I love this watch.
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My mom thought it looked good and was a women's watch. I gave it to her.  You have to admit, it could pass for a women's watch.
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09-14-2011, 07:36 PM
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#357
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: NYYC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bomber317
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This looks amazing. Straight out of Mad Men.
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09-14-2011, 09:38 PM
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#358
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Vancouver
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beautiful
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09-14-2011, 11:10 PM
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#359
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Calgary
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Here are some more pics.
The Vintage Omega buckle.
And the front
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09-14-2011, 11:20 PM
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#360
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Atomic Nerd
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Calgary
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how did you get it restored? That is amazing.
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