I took off the silicone strap this morning to try a yellow-striped 3 ring zulu. The silicone is actually quite comfy but the watch just looks really thick.
First, I was a little disappointed in the shoddy/sloppy drilling done on the lugs. Not sure why each lug has an extra and in some cases two or three pilot holes. Oh well, it's a cheap watch so I can't expect too much.
The zulu is really stiff and will need time to break in.
As with any one piece zulu or nato, the watch sits proud. Also the exposed case between the lugs makes the watch look even bigger.
I think I'll put the silicone strap back on. If you're getting a Deep Blue, I recommend the silicone strap over their Nato. I'd like to see one of their more expensive rubber straps in real life as well.
"You have the right not to be killed..." The Clash, "Know Your Rights"
February 10, 2018, 01:42 PM
rduckwor
That's a very nice shade of yellow.
I have become a big fan of silicone rubber straps. Very comfortable to me and cheap enough to offer great variety. I am a lover of drilled lugs as well.
Nice watch.
RMD
TL Davis: “The Second Amendment is special, not because it protects guns, but because its violation signals a government with the intention to oppress its people…” Remember: After the first one, the rest are free.
February 10, 2018, 02:16 PM
brminpin
Been enjoying all the great watches lately. For me, the new strap for my Glashutte Original came in a couple of days ago. I stayed with the same color combo but in alcantera and custom length specifically for the single fold clasp.
February 11, 2018, 12:31 PM
Dusty78
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Originally posted by copaup:
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Originally posted by Dusty78:
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Originally posted by agony: I picked this up on a trade a few weeks ago. Bulova Lunar Pilot chronograph. I liked the backstory on it when they introduced the model but never jumped on one. It's the strap version. So far the thing is the most accurate watch I own. In three weeks it's still 0+/-sec compared to time.gov.
I just watched a couple of reviews on the Lunar Piot and I’m impressed. It will go good with my Fortis Cosmonaut and Speedy Moon Watch. Thanks for introducing me to it. Snagged one for $329 new
I like mine a lot. It's become my daily work watch.
Got mine today. Gotta love Amazon Prime Sunday delivery. Currently on a chocolate Zulu but I ordered a Black Nato for it.
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February 11, 2018, 01:22 PM
agony
Looks good Dusty! Did you get the bracelet version or the strap version?
"You have the right not to be killed..." The Clash, "Know Your Rights"
February 11, 2018, 02:14 PM
Dusty78
Strap version
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February 11, 2018, 03:17 PM
Mars_Attacks
Here's my old Tag SEL that Dave serviced for me.
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Eeewwww, don't touch it! Here, poke at it with this stick.
February 11, 2018, 06:23 PM
Z06
^Very cool Mars, that brought memories of my one and only TAG. Same model, black face. Loved that bracelet. I had it so long ago that it was before I ever took photos of my watches.
________________________________________________________ The trouble with trouble is; it always starts out as fun.
February 11, 2018, 09:31 PM
Jimineer
Do you know what watch jewels are and what they do? Here is a link to a YouTube video that discusses watch jewels and shows examples of how they make watches work under a microscope. I found it interesting. I hope this isn’t taking the thread off track.
Originally posted by Jimineer: Do you know what watch jewels are and what they do?
This reminds me of when I was in watchmaker's school and we were shown some really bad Rolex knockoffs. One Chinese-made example said "21 Jewels" on the dial, but when the back was removed the movement had three jewels that actually served a purpose, and 18 jewels stuck around the rim of the main plate doing absolutely nothing. I guess that made the company feel honest in their labeling. LOL.
February 12, 2018, 03:52 AM
ScreamingCockatoo
Jewels are bearings. I made this video Saturday with my microscope of an Accutron running. You can see the parts spinning under the jewel caps.
He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster.
February 12, 2018, 07:32 PM
vthoky
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Originally posted by Z06: my one and only TAG.
I bought "Mrs vthoky 1.0" a TAG a number of years ago. Great watch.
I learned recently she ditched it on eBay.
God bless America.
February 13, 2018, 08:40 AM
ScreamingCockatoo
Here's another Accutron I picked up A 1972 with a JB Champion bracelet
He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster.
February 13, 2018, 10:18 AM
Sock Eating Golden
Looking forward to joining the SIGforum watch club. I've got a Glycine Airman coming to me shortly. I'll post a wrist check as soon as it gets to me.
Nick
"I cannot imagine any condition which would cause a ship to founder. I cannot conceive of any vital disaster happening to this vessel. Modern shipbuilding has gone beyond that." -Capt. Edward Smith
February 13, 2018, 03:39 PM
jhe888
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Originally posted by Sock Eating Golden: Looking forward to joining the SIGforum watch club. I've got a Glycine Airman coming to me shortly. I'll post a wrist check as soon as it gets to me.
Nice. Can't wait to see it.
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February 13, 2018, 07:47 PM
Dusty78
The Lunar Pilot with a Black Nato
With a Grey Nato that actually looks more silver
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He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster.
February 15, 2018, 08:54 AM
rduckwor
Slightly off track, but Helmut Sinn died yesterday at age 102. 2/14/18.
Clearly, watchmaking is good for longevity! The man made some great watches.
RMD
TL Davis: “The Second Amendment is special, not because it protects guns, but because its violation signals a government with the intention to oppress its people…” Remember: After the first one, the rest are free.
February 15, 2018, 08:55 AM
rduckwor
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Originally posted by ScreamingCockatoo: Omega 861 escapement/heart beat. Ref, 145.022 71
Very cool. We need a slo-mo to see the pallet fork clearly.
Thanks for posting this.
RMD
TL Davis: “The Second Amendment is special, not because it protects guns, but because its violation signals a government with the intention to oppress its people…” Remember: After the first one, the rest are free.
February 15, 2018, 09:27 AM
ScreamingCockatoo
I'll see what I can do
He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster.
