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May 24, 2026, 06:26 PM
scot818
Still in the honeymoon phase with my King Turtle I bought a couple of months ago.
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May 24, 2026, 06:31 PM
BigSwede
Sweet, I have been keeping any eye out for a black watch. Soon
How is the black coating holding up on the watch and band
May 24, 2026, 06:41 PM
scot818
quote:
Originally posted by BigSwede: Sweet, I have been keeping any eye out for a black watch. Soon
How is the black coating holding up on the watch and band
Wow, I just noticed the scratches on the bezel. I hadn't noticed that without the magnification. It's held up better than I thought it would. I'm still looking for a rubber strap for the summer.
May 25, 2026, 04:12 AM
stickman428
BigSwede, I have a few Seiko DLC black cased watches. Their coating is tough as nails.
Seiko’s gold coating is tough too but will eventually wear off revealing stainless steel underneath. It creates a neat patina effect.
I have a factory gold plated Seiko Stargate with a VERY good amount of patina. I’ll post up a pic when I am able.
A shot of my favorite Seiko in Palma de majorca. A UAP even managed to make it into the pic!
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May 25, 2026, 02:06 PM
FenderBender
I like a field watch.
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May 25, 2026, 02:06 PM
BigSwede
quote:
Originally posted by vthoky: Soooo…
You bought all three?!?!
Nope. Pondered for a few hours and bought the Tissot, ordered a black mesh band for it too
May 25, 2026, 04:08 PM
CPD SIG
Woah, Fender!!! Nice strap! Don’t get me wrong, the watch looks nice too!
Where did ya get that strap?
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May 25, 2026, 06:06 PM
Z06
My S1 Invicta Auto is one of my go-to summer rotation watches. I bought it before the earth cooled @ Costco for pennies on the Rolex. I am currently using a black metal mesh band as it is easier on-off/length adjustable.
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May 25, 2026, 06:15 PM
scot818
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Originally posted by BigSwede: Perusing Jomashop, minding my own business and...
Wow!! That is definitely not the Seiko I have. Mine was less than $500.
Also, I think that Tissot is a great looking watch. Enjoy it!!
May 25, 2026, 07:57 PM
FenderBender
quote:
Originally posted by CPD SIG: Woah, Fender!!! Nice strap! Don’t get me wrong, the watch looks nice too!
Where did ya get that strap?
I believe it was zuludiver
_____________________________________________ Proverbs 3:31 "Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways."
May 26, 2026, 06:27 PM
Z06
I got a call from my B-I-L of 45 years that his Rolex has to go to the 'hospital' for 14 to 16 months!! I have no idea what he did to it that requires that long a stay. But what he wanted from me were suggestions of a men's dress watch in the $500-$1000 range to tide him over till his 'baby' gets back. I sent him ideas for 2 watches to consider: a Tissot and a Longines
Any and all suggestions from the SF watch guys is welcome. T.I.A.
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May 27, 2026, 02:35 AM
stickman428
Someone in one of the watch groups I follow on Facebook posted this Longines.
What a beautiful watch! I’m gonna have to look into this model a bit more. I LOVE the color way and overall aesthetic of this watch!
Edit to add. After a little digging I’m liking it even more.
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May 27, 2026, 08:58 AM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by Z06: I got a call from my B-I-L of 45 years that his Rolex has to go to the 'hospital' for 14 to 16 months!! I have no idea what he did to it that requires that long a stay. But what he wanted from me were suggestions of a men's dress watch in the $500-$1000 range to tide him over till his 'baby' gets back. I sent him ideas for 2 watches to consider: a Tissot and a Longines
Any and all suggestions from the SF watch guys is welcome. T.I.A.
Of the 2, I prefer the Tissot
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May 27, 2026, 09:41 AM
h2oys
quote:
Originally posted by P250UA5:
quote:
Originally posted by Z06: I got a call from my B-I-L of 45 years that his Rolex has to go to the 'hospital' for 14 to 16 months!! I have no idea what he did to it that requires that long a stay. But what he wanted from me were suggestions of a men's dress watch in the $500-$1000 range to tide him over till his 'baby' gets back. I sent him ideas for 2 watches to consider: a Tissot and a Longines
Any and all suggestions from the SF watch guys is welcome. T.I.A.
Of the 2, I prefer the Tissot
Agreed. I just don't like the "busy" bracelet on the Longines.
Thanks all for your input. I too like the Tissot the best. The Longines is $972 from JOMASHOP. The Tissot is $400 with FREE Delivery (next day) from Amazon! BigSwede, I am forwarding those Hamiltons to my B-I-L.
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May 28, 2026, 09:59 AM
stickman428
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Originally posted by BigSwede: Stick, that watch is stunning
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