The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[Raven]

Hey Katiedaddy - yeah I'm not particularly interested in fashion watches (e.g. Chanel) - just not my style. All watches targeting women seem to be very jewel-encrusted or fashion/faddish. Which is why I prefer most men's watches. It's just classier in my mind. A watch should be the highlight, not other things like jewels and etc.

I'm trying to avoid Rolex if I can, just because it's so common. And on someone younger, I think a lot of ppl will assume it's fake. And this will come off incredibly snooty, but 'everyone' knows what a Rolex is... it'd be nice to have something a little more unique, and known by people in the know. But I'll check out the datejust all the same...

IWC - I know their low-end/entry-levels won't have in-house movement, which is okay. Are there a few models you would suggest I look at? (also - 38 mm is fine, I think I'd be willing to go up to 40mm...)

 

[jhcam8]

Originally Posted by katiedaddy

I can't swim so I can't really say which one, but hopefully that will change this summer

Reminds me of a 'Gary the watchmaker' cartoon in the back of IW a few issues ago.

 

[jhcam8]

Originally Posted by Raven

Hey Katiedaddy - yeah I'm not particularly interested in fashion watches (e.g. Chanel) - just not my style. All watches targeting women seem to be very jewel-encrusted or fashion/faddish. Which is why I prefer most men's watches. It's just classier in my mind. A watch should be the highlight, not other things like jewels and etc.

I'm trying to avoid Rolex if I can, just because it's so common. And on someone younger, I think a lot of ppl will assume it's fake. And this will come off incredibly snooty, but 'everyone' knows what a Rolex is... it'd be nice to have something a little more unique, and known by people in the know. But I'll check out the datejust all the same...

IWC - I know their low-end/entry-levels won't have in-house movement, which is okay. Are there a few models you would suggest I look at? (also - 38 mm is fine, I think I'd be willing to go up to 40mm...)

Cartier makes some classic models in the price range and size you're looking for: Tanks Francaise & Americaine and the Roadster come to mind.

 

[Raven]

Thanks jhcam8. I have thought about Cartier Tank series... I don't know why, but I'm not a big fan of it. At least, it's not something I have gravitated to. I really liked a GO I saw at a store. It was like this, but with only 2 chrono: http://www.prestigetime.com/images/w...2-04b_main.jpg Or something that looks kind of like this: http://www.prestigetime.com/images/w...14-17_main.jpg

 

[TheWraith]

Originally Posted by bhall41

In fact, if you were a serious diver you would not wear a dive watch while actually diving. While I appreciate the history and aesthetic of dive watches, I never wear one diving. Wrist mounted computers / digital depth and bottom timers are what are worn nowadays.
Not entirely true. I know quite a few divers that wear dive watches. To each their own.

 

[jhcam8]

Originally Posted by Raven

Thanks jhcam8. I have thought about Cartier Tank series... I don't know why, but I'm not a big fan of it. At least, it's not something I have gravitated to.

I really liked a GO I saw at a store. It was like this, but with only 2 chrono: http://www.prestigetime.com/images/w...2-04b_main.jpg

Or something that looks kind of like this: http://www.prestigetime.com/images/w...14-17_main.jpg

Most of the fun is looking - good luck!

 

[TheTukker]

Originally Posted by gdl203

I didn't realize this thread reached a million views.

Thanks to all the contributors

Not just that; this is the third most watched thread around here - pretty impressive Sir!

 

[bhall41]

Originally Posted by TheWraith

Not entirely true. I know quite a few divers that wear dive watches. To each their own.

Wraith, that is my experience, at least in relation to divers who dive regularly (not just on summer holidays). There is a good reason why a dive watch is widely regarded as surplus kit - it does not record depth underwater, so even its utility as a back-up device is questionable.

 

[medtech_expat]

Originally Posted by gazman70k

ET - If you love it, get it. It looks great on your wrist and I am sure its singing that sweet tune to your ears.

Now you're just taunting him...

 

[TheWraith]

I'm not disparaging your experience, bhall41. Please do not disparage mine, which differs from yours. To each their own, as I said. The divers I was talking about are very experienced local divers on the south coast here. They wear depth gauges elsewhere, not on their wrist. Whether you think their wearing of dive watches is questionable or not really is of no concern to them, I'm sure.

 

[bhall41]

Originally Posted by TheWraith

I'm not disparaging your experience, bhall41. Please do not disparage mine, which differs from yours. To each their own, as I said. The divers I was talking about are very experienced local divers on the south coast here. They wear depth gauges elsewhere, not on their wrist. Whether you think their wearing of dive watches is questionable or not really is of no concern to them, I'm sure.


Wraith, I am not trying to disparage you or anyone else here. I am making an observation (based on personal experience) and also making the point that a dive watch has no real place in a diver's kit these days. My experience is that of a regular diver who has dived widely in both Australia and abroad. I hold numerous certifications, including technical certifications.

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I like diving watches and appreciate their history and aesthetic. However, it is unnecessary (and I would argue undesirable) to wear a diving watch to go diving nowadays. The reason for posting on this issue was to disabuse forum members who may think that a diving watch is still an essential tool for divers.
Ben

 

[TheWraith]

My new Christopher Ward C5 Malvern automatic watch:

 

[Rambo]

Nice. I've got a Malvern Aviator that sitting in my drawer that I need to sell off. Its a great piece. Too bad because I never wear the damn thing.

 

[venessian]

See also here for white dials with blue hands.

 

[Garbage Mouth]

Originally Posted by NonServiam

Certainly!

3.3 mil serial, so approx 1971-72.

The best part about it is how clean it is for a 40 year old watch. Great find.