The Watch Thread - Part 16

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Hi all,

Is the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD models a reliable watch? This is my first automatic watch and I wonder if it is worth buying an automatic watch if I don't wear it daily (maybe 3 times a week) and don't have a watch winder box. Will the mechanism deteriorate faster if it runs out of power frequently?

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Hi all,

Is the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD models a reliable watch? This is my first automatic watch and I wonder if it is worth buying an automatic watch if I don't wear it daily (maybe 3 times a week) and don't have a watch winder box. Will the mechanism deteriorate faster if it runs out of power frequently?

Thanks for the replies!

Is the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD models a reliable watch? -> Yes

This is my first automatic watch and I wonder if it is worth buying an automatic watch if I don't wear it daily (maybe 3 times a week) and don't have a watch winder box. Will the mechanism deteriorate faster if it runs out of power frequently? -> Watch winder is said to make the mechanism deteriorate faster. Nothing will happen if it runs out of power frequently, just wind it up, adjust the time and you are good to go.
 

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Is the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD models a reliable watch? -> Yes

This is my first automatic watch and I wonder if it is worth buying an automatic watch if I don't wear it daily (maybe 3 times a week) and don't have a watch winder box. Will the mechanism deteriorate faster if it runs out of power frequently? -> Watch winder is said to make the mechanism deteriorate faster. Nothing will happen if it runs out of power frequently, just wind it up, adjust the time and you are good to go.
Offering another perspective on watch winders -- the concern is overwinding -- no one discourages the wearing of an automatic watch due to concerns of the mechanism deteriorating.

For the convenience of having a watch winder, it is important to get a quality winder with suitable settings, such as adjustable Turns Per Day (TPD), and direction (CW or CCW or alternating). Some only operate during daylight hours, and let the watch run down in the evenings.

Set the watch winder to the lowest wind setting, and increase if the watch can't maintain its wind state.

(Perpetual calendars from certain brands come with a winder; you can trust that those movements (or derived) can take years in a winder.)
 

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Tissot T-One Classic - anti-reflective coating

Hello,
Does anyone know where I can get anti-reflective coating for my Tissot Classic T-One?
Preferably from the inside, not the outside.
And how much roughly?
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Have you tried the cheaper "chiong" version ? Those selling at carousell? Some say feels the same, and don't wanna pay so much for Rubber.

If i m not wrong.. Everest & Rubber B straps need not be removed when send to RSC for servicing.. Chiong brands RSC wont take in so u need to change back to ur original bracelet before sending them in..
 

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Have you tried the cheaper "chiong" version ? Those selling at carousell? Some say feels the same, and don't wanna pay so much for Rubber.

i actually bought a chiong one from a China replica maker (S$50) for my YM but has yet to change it hahah

Can't really tell the difference with the actual Everest that I have on my GMT2 TBH
 

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when the resell for olive drab strap is at 6k USD, you have to go rubber B

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i actually bought a chiong one from a China replica maker (S$50) for my YM but has yet to change it hahah

Can't really tell the difference with the actual Everest that I have on my GMT2 TBH

Bro, can share link?
 

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i actually bought a chiong one from a China replica maker (S$50) for my YM but has yet to change it hahah

Can't really tell the difference with the actual Everest that I have on my GMT2 TBH

Cause most things is all made in China... so some is just OEM, but need to find the right factory. :o
 

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Hi all I been thinking of buying a conti watch . My current watch is Elleese which I have worn everyday for more than a decade as a gift to me by my gf and now wife with 2 kids. Any expert would advise me on what to do for my first purchase of conti watch ?

My budget is 10-15K .
Prefer partial skeleton watch . Full also no problem .
Date complication without adjustment . Adjust only at Feb . I know perpetual complications are out of my league .
Ceramic / titanium strap . I can compromise for rubber or leather if I really like the watch . And possible to change leather strap to ceramic ?
My lifestyle : work in warehouse . Lift heavy boxes and pack item for customers . BBFA , rarely have any social gatherings and even lesser now due to Covid. My dress Code are typical rugged. Eg Liverpool Jersey and jeans . Normal dark colored shoes . Sometimes slippers go out for grocery .
I’m not a reseller / flip . Will keep the watch .
Preferably first hand . I a bit scare of pre own / PI .

Next question : I google some where to buy . I personally visited MBS , PP,RD (damn I love their skeleton but cost arms and legs) and those specialist Bonti are out of my league .

Next would be the hourglass. I seen a lot of good reviews about them . Anyone been there ? There are also some chrono , watchbox etc but I’m not sure how trusted are there . In my cars , I been dealing with AD as I have heard nightmares about PI .

Servicing after sales service . What can I do to maintain the watch ?
Any expert can kindly weight in ? Appreciate your time and thoughts
 
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