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« on: October 09, 2012, 12:40:16 PM »
I'm bored and wanting to spend some money. I've always been a fan of watches so I think diversifying my collection will be a good idea. Looking for a good young professional watch. Any suggestions? Price range is probably around $150-$600. Like I said, I'm bored with my life and my watch will keep me company. Or at least, keep time!


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Re: Watches
« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2012, 12:41:32 PM »
I'm bored and wanting to spend some money...I'm bored with my life...
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« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2012, 12:48:26 PM »
Not going to get much of a watch for $600.  Maybe just go on an all night bender for $250 and pocket the change?  :drink:
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Re: Watches
« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2012, 12:54:08 PM »
Watches are like scarves for your wrist.

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« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2012, 01:37:45 PM »
Lots of help so far, so I'll continue....

This one is great, because you get a watch and a mouse to keep you company!


EDIT: Sorry this watch is way out of your price range: http://domaingang.com/domain-news/tragic-error-marks-epic-sale-of-frank-schilling-watches/
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« Reply #5 on: October 09, 2012, 01:40:54 PM »
I think this might fit into your price range...



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Re: Watches
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Re: Watches
« Reply #8 on: October 09, 2012, 02:41:32 PM »
For me, one of the best parts of buying a watch is the hunt. Might get some ideas here:  http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/

Saw this article today on a maker that seems to fall squarely in your range, although they run sales, too:  http://dappered.com/2012/10/win-it-the-christopher-ward-c9-harrison-automatic/

Also, well below your price range, but an interesting brand is Vostok out of Russia. In-house movements and I've heard that some watch aficionados wear one as their "beater" watch. If you're a Wes Anderson fan, Steve Zissou wore one

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Re: Watches
« Reply #9 on: October 09, 2012, 05:02:00 PM »
I like your holiday bowl watch. Don't get a new one.

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« Reply #10 on: October 09, 2012, 05:46:47 PM »
Are you going to get a buggy whip also?
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Re: Watches
« Reply #11 on: October 09, 2012, 06:28:43 PM »
Watches are fantastic. Endulge, bro.

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Re: Watches
« Reply #12 on: October 10, 2012, 12:35:54 PM »
For me, one of the best parts of buying a watch is the hunt. Might get some ideas here:  http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/

Saw this article today on a maker that seems to fall squarely in your range, although they run sales, too:  http://dappered.com/2012/10/win-it-the-christopher-ward-c9-harrison-automatic/

Also, well below your price range, but an interesting brand is Vostok out of Russia. In-house movements and I've heard that some watch aficionados wear one as their "beater" watch. If you're a Wes Anderson fan, Steve Zissou wore one.

The Christopher Ward watches are exactly what I'm looking for right now. I love the understated luxury in them. And I was looking for something with a band.

I like your holiday bowl watch. Don't get a new one.

I will be buried with this watch on my wrist. Just want to switch it up a bit.
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Re: Watches
« Reply #13 on: October 10, 2012, 03:22:25 PM »
For me, one of the best parts of buying a watch is the hunt. Might get some ideas here:  http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/

Saw this article today on a maker that seems to fall squarely in your range, although they run sales, too:  http://dappered.com/2012/10/win-it-the-christopher-ward-c9-harrison-automatic/

Also, well below your price range, but an interesting brand is Vostok out of Russia. In-house movements and I've heard that some watch aficionados wear one as their "beater" watch. If you're a Wes Anderson fan, Steve Zissou wore one.

The Christopher Ward watches are exactly what I'm looking for right now. I love the understated luxury in them. And I was looking for something with a band.

I like your holiday bowl watch. Don't get a new one.

I will be buried with this watch on my wrist. Just want to switch it up a bit.

I am going to find you, open up the face of your new watch and take a dump in it, then seal it back up.  Then it will always be poop o'clock for you.  Maybe quarter till turd.  j/k
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Re: Watches
« Reply #14 on: October 10, 2012, 03:23:12 PM »
i don't usually wear a watch. seems clunky.

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« Reply #15 on: October 10, 2012, 03:25:25 PM »
i don't usually wear a watch. seems clunky.

I despise wearing watches.  "Hey everybody, I have a tiny clock on my wrist!  Hope I don't scratch it. :crossfingers:"  Pffft.
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« Reply #16 on: October 10, 2012, 11:12:02 PM »
i don't usually wear a watch. seems clunky.

I despise wearing watches.  "Hey everybody, I have a tiny clock on my wrist!  Hope I don't scratch it. :crossfingers:"  Pffft.

Yea, because pulling your your Iwhatever to check the time is efficient. I hope you drop it in the toilet.


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Re: Watches
« Reply #17 on: October 11, 2012, 12:23:57 AM »
Symmetry of weight is very important for me.  Watches put me off-balance. 


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« Reply #18 on: October 11, 2012, 01:03:41 AM »
I've been kinda disappointed by my citizen perpetual calendar.  I've had to replace the capacitor once, while only a minor charge, it was annoying and a known issue.  Its also a bitch to set.
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Re: Watches
« Reply #19 on: October 11, 2012, 09:54:00 AM »
Symmetry of weight is very important for me.  Watches put me off-balance.

Huge arm muscles make this not a huge deal.

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« Reply #20 on: October 11, 2012, 10:05:30 AM »
Are you going to get a buggy whip also?

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« Reply #21 on: October 11, 2012, 10:09:41 AM »
i don't usually wear a watch. seems clunky.

I despise wearing watches.  "Hey everybody, I have a tiny clock on my wrist!  Hope I don't scratch it. :crossfingers:"  Pffft.

Yea, because pulling your your Iwhatever to check the time is efficient. I hope you drop it in the toilet.

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« Reply #22 on: October 11, 2012, 12:04:57 PM »
i don't usually wear a watch. seems clunky.

I despise wearing watches.  "Hey everybody, I have a tiny clock on my wrist!  Hope I don't scratch it. :crossfingers:"  Pffft.

Yea, because pulling your your Iwhatever to check the time is efficient. I hope you drop it in the toilet.

get the eff out of here grandpa

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« Reply #23 on: October 11, 2012, 12:48:15 PM »
Symmetry of weight is very important for me.  Watches put me off-balance.

Huge arm muscles make this not a huge deal.

I've got pretty massive pythons and tiny wrists, which is an elite set-up for watch wearing.  Still, I'll have nothing to do with them. 
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« Reply #24 on: October 11, 2012, 12:50:22 PM »
Symmetry of weight is very important for me.  Watches put me off-balance.

Huge arm muscles make this not a huge deal.

I've got pretty massive pythons and tiny wrists, which is an elite set-up for watch wearing.  Still, I'll have nothing to do with them.

Ok, well make that huge arm muscles and taste.  Watches tell people much more than time.