The Watch Thread - Part 3

[flame2000]

I think I saw this at JEM :

Is it reliable ?

The boxy brand from Vincent watch is a much better. Uses a Japan Mabuchi motor and has 3 TPD settings. There are few models, some run on AC only. I have one of them and on 2xD alkaline cell, it lasts about 6~7 months if always on. If you only using the winder on weekends, it can easily last 1 year on battery.

 

[natas]

Bought the breitling super avenger today at sincere.
Very happy!

Show your watch....

 

[gaoxing84]

Just order a brushed metal deployment clasp with buttons for my tissot.
the original clasp not very good, abit hard to take out.
also got a 99cts spring bar tool to change straps.

Watch Band Spring Bars Metal Strap Link Pins Remover Repair Tool Watchmaker | eBay
18mm Deployment Buckle Double Clasp Brushed Stainless Steel | eBay

 

[assault12]

Any recommendations for straps for longines legend diver? I kinda hate the normal strap which comes with it.. feels very tacky and cheap.

 

[patryn33]

Any recommendations for straps for longines legend diver? I kinda hate the normal strap which comes with it.. feels very tacky and cheap.

What's the lug size? Do u swim or u need something that can tahan sweat

 

[assault12]

What's the lug size? Do u swim or u need something that can tahan sweat

Lugs are 22mm. Don't swim and don't really require something that can tahan sweat cos I'm going in a cold country to further my studies so yeah.

 

[dmitri]

Lugs are 22mm. Don't swim and don't really require something that can tahan sweat cos I'm going in a cold country to further my studies so yeah.

Tropic rubber? Mesh?

Try Google for "Longines Legend Diver strap options".

 

[ralliart12]

Fortis Spacematic

Hi fellows. Got some questions:

Qn1
Are Fortis watches like super unpopular? I took a walk around Bencoolen & the general watch stores (places that stock Seiko, Tissot, Citizen, Cyma, etc), & can't really find Fortis watches for sale? I haven't paid a visit to places like THG, Sincere, Cortina yet...

Qn2a
Which version, do you fellows think, looks nicer? Personally, I'd like the non-Yuri-Gagarin edition because in my opinion, the chunk of words on the left-side of the dial is quite an eye-sore (to me):

Qn2b
I'd only found a shop in Peninsula Shopping Centre that sells the YG limited eidtion of the Spacematic GMT above. Anybody knows where I can get the non-YG edition? The shop in Peninsula SC told me the YG edition was only published in 300 units across the world, & now is not being produced anymore, & he has one of the few pieces left. But I'm looking for the normal, non-YG edition...

Qn3
Come to think of it: the shop in Peninsula SC that I visited, is the one super near the entrance (facing Peninsula Plaza). Is this shop reliable? I wanted to pay the new King Wah (ACube or something) a visit because I know they used to do Fortis, but the other day when I was there ACube is closed.

Qn4
Anybody knows what the last letter of Fortis watches signify? Because for the normal Spacematic GMT, I saw a 642.22.11L & a 642.22.11M model? I wonder if this actually means different sizes? Of lugs, Of straps?

Qn5
Any reliable watch shop that I can actually buy this Spacematic GMT non-limited edition online?

Qn6
Actually, I like watches that have "tarnished" bezel colour, i.e. like this Spacematic, the U1 & red/orange hands/markers on a black dial appearance. Any other recommendations (>40mm)? Not the U1 though, because I have not a prefernece for its hands' design.

 

[Jeremy1]

The boxy brand from Vincent watch is a much better. Uses a Japan Mabuchi motor and has 3 TPD settings. There are few models, some run on AC only. I have one of them and on 2xD alkaline cell, it lasts about 6~7 months if always on. If you only using the winder on weekends, it can easily last 1 year on battery.

Noted, thanks.

 

[ForumRider]

Guys, just to check. If i have 3 automatic watch, would it be good for me to buy a winder box for my watches? I have mixed answers and feedback....

 

[Piano_guy]

Need some opinions between a Squale Atmos 20 Classic, Steinhart Ocean Vintage Military or Seiko Sumo for casual wear.

 

[flame2000]

Guys, just to check. If i have 3 automatic watch, would it be good for me to buy a winder box for my watches? I have mixed answers and feedback....

If u dont mind winding the watch n adjusting the date each time u wear it, then u dont need a winder. The winder is just to keep the watch running at its min TPD.

 

[dmitri]

Need some opinions between a Squale Atmos 20 Classic, Steinhart Ocean Vintage Military or Seiko Sumo for casual wear.

Of the 3, only the Sumo doesn't have that Submariner-wannabe look. Followed by the OVM.

A common complaint about the Sumo is the case diameter-lug width ratio. Some also dislike the fat bezel font.

 

[Azrielsc]

My order just arrived at home today!

A 47mm Luminor Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 Days Automatic Titanio. Now that is a mouthful!

I changed out the strap to a brown one, for a bit of uniqueness!

Something nice to distract me from the haze!

 

[Milo-Dino]

hmm I'm thinking of buying a Stowa....

how to set up Fedex account ah? they ask for Business registration number...

 

[gaoxing84]

My order just arrived at home today!

A 47mm Luminor Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 Days Automatic Titanio. Now that is a mouthful!

I changed out the strap to a brown one, for a bit of uniqueness!

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Something nice to distract me from the haze!

Nice pam. Good that someone is into the submersible models. Fell in love with pam after I saw it. The bezel looks really good! Wear it good health and lastly gxgx!

 

[dmitri]

What's the L2L of the 47mm 389? Congrats btw!

 

[Milo-Dino]

hmm I'm thinking of buying a Stowa....

how to set up Fedex account ah? they ask for Business registration number...

I just submitted with Company name and business reg number as "NA"

wonder if it's okay

 

[Azrielsc]

Thanks gaoxing & dimitri! Was kenna surprised that it came so soon. I was thinking that it would arrive next month.

I love the sub too and was looking at the Pam 25 before I was introduced to the 389. Love at 1st sight. I know that this may sound like a heresy but I was attracted to the 389 more than the iconic 372.

As for the L2L, I will measure it once I get it back from my dad. He "watch-napped" it for dinner tonight.

Haha!

 

[gaoxing84]

Thanks gaoxing & dimitri! Was kenna surprised that it came so soon. I was thinking that it would arrive next month.

I love the sub too and was looking at the Pam 25 before I was introduced to the 389. Love at 1st sight. I know that this may sound like a heresy but I was attracted to the 389 more than the iconic 372.

As for the L2L, I will measure it once I get it back from my dad. He "watch-napped" it for dinner tonight.

Haha!

How much did you pay for it?a gauge? Haha