The Watch Thread - Part 3

[balzebub]

Hello guys,

I've just purchased a Baume & Mercier Clifton today! I have to send it in for alteration of the strap because of my small wrist size. Can't wait to collect it!

Any dos/don'ts for a mechanical first timer? Am I supposed to wind my watch to the maximum and leave it before using it for the first time?

Thanks!

Regards

Only one word of advise.... Don't drop or otherwise subject your mechanical watch to physical shock of any kind..

 

[GGGGGG]

How about couple watches selection? anyone has recommendations or etc? Thanks!

 

[fabiaN__]

My new watch....................

Swee.. enjoy! I also got a 312.. haha time to look at straps!

 

[Jeremy1]

Swee.. enjoy! I also got a 312.. haha time to look at straps!

Thanks.

Moi also looking for strap and a bezel protector.

 

[Henabi]

How about couple watches selection? anyone has recommendations or etc? Thanks!

Kenneth Cole
DKNY
FOSSIL
Guess

 

[tortoise18]

thinking of getting a stowa flieger.
can't decide to get the A or B type.

 

[patryn33]

I've just purchased a Baume & Mercier Clifton today! I have to send it in for alteration of the strap because of my small wrist size. Can't wait to collect it!

Any dos/don'ts for a mechanical first timer? Am I supposed to wind my watch to the maximum and leave it before using it for the first time?

Which one? Baume & Mercier Clifton collection has so many types. U don't have to wind and leave it 1st.
2824 family has date setting restrictions SW 300 or eta 2892 not sure.

Don't put on top or near speakers or any magnets, no golfing with watch on,

 

[fabiaN__]

Thanks.

Moi also looking for strap and a bezel protector.

Doesn't your 312 come with a rubber bezel protector? Or you mean one which you can put it on all the time?

IMHO, no need lor.. will kena scratches somehow one.. just live and let live.. and enjoy the watch! Polish the watch only when you send it in for servicing!

 

[hwaa]

Doesn't your 312 come with a rubber bezel protector? Or you mean one which you can put it on all the time?

IMHO, no need lor.. will kena scratches somehow one.. just live and let live.. and enjoy the watch! Polish the watch only when you send it in for servicing!

agree.. buy is to wear.. worry too much also headache....

 

[Jeremy1]

Doesn't your 312 come with a rubber bezel protector? Or you mean one which you can put it on all the time?

IMHO, no need lor.. will kena scratches somehow one.. just live and let live.. and enjoy the watch! Polish the watch only when you send it in for servicing!

All included except the bezel protector................

I looked at the price of the original buckle deployment for the strap..............

The good thing about Paneria is can changed the color and type of strap to suit u.................

 

[Nakedtoes]

Hello guys,

I've just purchased a Baume & Mercier Clifton today! I have to send it in for alteration of the strap because of my small wrist size. Can't wait to collect it!

Any dos/don'ts for a mechanical first timer? Am I supposed to wind my watch to the maximum and leave it before using it for the first time?

Thanks!

Regards

get a good watch winder... and if u interested i got 1 very good one for sale... BNIB.. my extra set can pm me

 

[Jeremy1]

Do u really need a watch winder ?

A lot of SAs do not encourage the use of a watch winder.

 

[balzebub]

Ok anyone want to dissuade me from picking up a Sinn U2 SDR on rubber today? Any similar style watch with same functions in same price range?

 

[edchys]

Ok anyone want to dissuade me from picking up a Sinn U2 SDR on rubber today? Any similar style watch with same functions in same price range?

Servicing will be a long wait. Changing of liquid needs to be done in Germany. At least three months of waiting time. but having said that,just buy what u like. Worry abt the rest when the time comes.

 

[hwaa]

Ok anyone want to dissuade me from picking up a Sinn U2 SDR on rubber today? Any similar style watch with same functions in same price range?

hoot first worry later

 

[yattokame]

Ok anyone want to dissuade me from picking up a Sinn U2 SDR on rubber today? Any similar style watch with same functions in same price range?

if you're thinking like this you might have buyer's regret later on. you probably didn't want the watch as much as you think you do.

 

[Daniel.Y]

Ok anyone want to dissuade me from picking up a Sinn U2 SDR on rubber today? Any similar style watch with same functions in same price range?

Used Sinn u1 on sale at sgroc @2500. Getting a used one can shave you off a thousand or two. Pros and cons weigh yourself.

Nonetheless, your motto should be.. You only live once. Buy it, wear it, apologize to your commanding officer later. Lol

 

[Strawberry_Cream]

Servicing will be a long wait. Changing of liquid needs to be done in Germany. At least three months of waiting time. but having said that,just buy what u like. Worry abt the rest when the time comes.

Only ux has liquid inside.

 

[edchys]

Only ux has liquid inside.

It is argon lubricated. Special movement lubricant to ensure operation in temperatures from -45 degrees C to 80 degrees C

 

[fabiaN__]

All included except the bezel protector................

I looked at the price of the original buckle deployment for the strap..............

The good thing about Paneria is can changed the color and type of strap to suit u.................

haha you can find the rubber bezel protector online.. seen people selling it before at around $30+

i usually get my straps from a private dealer online... can use can already... the strap which can fit a deployment buckle is slightly thinner, IIRC. so it might not fit the usual tang buckle... which means gotta buy more straps if you wanna have both types of buckles!

but yes, i agree with you on the changing of colour/type of strap to suit the "mood" and occasion... haha but i mostly wear my 312 with a mustard colour strap these days..

enjoy your hunt for straps and all!