The Timepiece Thread vol: READ THE 1st POST!!!

girlslovewaffles · Nov 30, 2017

Jesus, for a second I thought this was taking place in the states.

ineedacape · Dec 2, 2017

just ordered this beaut

ineedacape · Dec 2, 2017

bout to downgrade from this, I like these Seikos I've been seeing in here

Brownstone · Dec 2, 2017

Looking to get a watch for christmas from the lady. Sub-1k what should I ask for? I assume the lack of discussion around Shinola confirms what the consensus is on here?

I should add, leather band is a must for me.

typerpinoy · Dec 2, 2017

Maybe Hamilton in that price range

1stwitit · Dec 2, 2017

Shinola's are nice to look at but I'd never spend that type of money on them. I think their watches still run off of quartz at that price point. Follow Typerpinoy's advise.

vietster · Dec 2, 2017

Can anyone shed some knowledge on Zenith watches? An El Primero 1969 Boutique edition caught my eyes, and I went ahead and purchased lol. By far one of the best chronographs I’ve come across.

Y4BBZY · Dec 2, 2017

blackintellect said:
Looking to get a watch for christmas from the lady. Sub-1k what should I ask for? I assume the lack of discussion around Shinola confirms what the consensus is on here?

I should add, leather band is a must for me.

Don't waste your money on Shinola. For $1K, look at Hamilton, Tissot, Victorinox, Certina, Mido, Oris, Glycine, Seiko JDM, Citizen JDM, Orient Star, etc. Have a look at Ashford, Jomashop, Gemnation, Touch of Modern, and Massdrop for the best prices albeit being grey market. Also get something on a bracelet with standard lugs and even lug width, you can change it to a leather strap down the line. Sapphire crystal should be available at your price depending on the watch.

zk1mpls · Dec 2, 2017

vietster said:
Can anyone shed some knowledge on Zenith watches? An El Primero 1969 Boutique edition caught my eyes, and I went ahead and purchased lol. By far one of the best chronographs I’ve come across.

+1. Best feeling chronograph actuation I've come across so far. :smokin

Great quality and finish for the price. Love their rubber-lined alligator bands.

Not entirely sure if I like the direction the brand is going style-wise, but you can't deny they're one of the more innovative brands out there at their price point. Maybe I might own another one someday...

Anyway, better focus on what I really want; hopefully getting it in a few years. Best not to get sidetracked with all the other fine pieces out there. That means avoiding getting pieces like these. I want a PM dress piece in my life. :lol:

slab_diaz · Dec 3, 2017

cant make up my mind bout nomos, im an architect and i love the design but its so thin its kind of underwhelming.

wear rare airs · Dec 3, 2017

ineedacape said:
just ordered this beaut

Uhh is that even real?

typerpinoy · Dec 9, 2017

To run errands in the snow.

One of my local Panerai ADs had 20% off all in stock references as they were no longer going to carry the brand. They were pretty picked over by the time I was able to get there.

flyknitlvr · Dec 9, 2017

Really wish they made a silver-dialed YG DD40 with baguettes :smh:

wear rare airs · Dec 10, 2017

flyknitlvr said:
Really wish they made a silver-dialed YG DD40 with baguettes

I’ve personally always been a fan of the RG with ruby baguettes. But it may be too “hey look at me” for some.

getback · Dec 11, 2017

Getting one of the two for my father for XMas. He likes the ESQ. Leaning towards the first.

vietster · Dec 12, 2017

Damn Zenith sold out, so I got this Grand Seiko instead. With this being my first GS, I now understand the love for this brand. Amazing craftsmanship, polishing, and attention to detail.