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| Knows too little about too much  |
Yes, lume is often the weak spot on many of these watches. You can always have it re-lumed, but doubtful it is worth the effort and costs for most of us. Who restored your 6105 for you, Jack Alexyon? 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. | |||
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Seeker of Clarity |
First new watch of 2016. Two out, one in for the year. I'm running a pretty tight ship now (for a watch nerd).   | |||
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Waiting for Hachiko |
I had considered Mr Alexyon, but decided to try Spencer Klein, in Colorado. I don't think there is any lume that matches what Seiko uses. Mr Klein has his own formula when he re-lumed my 6105, he told me that Seiko's lume is superb, but it tends to fog up the inside of the crystal over time. I can't believe how much money I have tied up in my 6105, and how much they are selling for now. Pictures of restored 6105 https://sigforum.com/eve/forums...330043904#4330043904 美しい犬 | |||
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| Prodigal Son |
Why doesn't this site have a "Like" button. Anyway, I really like this one. | |||
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| Knows too little about too much |
And a nice one it is! Beautiful! 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. | |||
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| Knows too little about too much |
Looking at your pictures, I would say it was money well spent! Beautiful work. 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. | |||
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thin skin can't win |
Stowa - a lesser known but innovative and reliable German brand, has just released a matte version of their Marine line. Got an email from them promoting it, the first few pieces going for much less than standard price. For a simple piece I really like it. Have one of their watches already, an Antea Classic Museum Edition. Really don't need another. Which, of course, means nothing if I keep that page open and looking at it.....   Link to their page for this, and the rest of their collection. You only have integrity once. - imprezaguy02 | |||
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Gorgeous piece r0gue! The Enemy's gate is down. | |||
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| Partial dichotomy |
I'd like a shot at that when you decide to retire it!  SIGforum: For all your needs! Imagine our influence if every gun owner in America was an NRA member! Click the box>>>  | |||
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| Member |
Just looked up the Glashutte, be a while before I'm in the market for anything like that.The Enemy's gate is down. | |||
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| Little ray of sunshine  |
Very nice Rogue. That watch would only look good on a strap. But I find that in Houston's climate, leather always feels sweaty and sticky, so I am saved from myself. The fish is mute, expressionless. The fish doesn't think because the fish knows everything. | |||
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| Waiting for Hachiko |
Thank you for that compliment, I was very, very pleased wih Mr Klein's work. Mr Alexyon of IWW, has done watch work for me in the past, his work is excellent, but for some reason I chose Klein Vintage for the resto. For me, Good Seiko watches are hard to beat. Would live to have a Sawtooth! 美しい犬 | |||
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Diogenes' Quarry |
What is the consensus on Orient watches? I love orange divers, and the Orient Men's SEL03002M0M-Force Stainless Steel Watch with Link Bracelet and 40 hour power reserve indicator has really caught my eye -- even if the date isn't where I'm used to having it:  | |||
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| Little ray of sunshine |
I think Orient makes a good watch for a fair price. I don't care for that one, though. I have never been a fan of a power reserve complication. I also think the black and silver bezel is too busy. But that is just personal preference. The fish is mute, expressionless. The fish doesn't think because the fish knows everything. | |||
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Fourth line skater |
Great thread. I don't have thousands to spend. Maybe up to 300 for a nice dive watch. Been kicking around. What is the consensus on Victorinox and Stuhrling? _________________________ OH, Bonnie McMurray! | |||
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| Little ray of sunshine |
Seiko divers, $300 and up. These are all good watches. https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-S...K36D68SYMVD9FVSZRMSR https://www.amazon.com/PROSPEX...keywords=seiko+diver https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-S...keywords=seiko+diver The fish is mute, expressionless. The fish doesn't think because the fish knows everything. | |||
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| Knows too little about too much |
I like the Seiko line as well for their value, utility, and general good function. They lack exclusivity, but at $300 most watches will unless you find a micro maker from Asia and that can be a bit of a risk. Victorinox and Stuhrling are both fine lines, though I think one tends to pay a bit for their names as well as their hardware. Good luck, 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. | |||
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| Fourth line skater |
Thanks for your response. Seiko seems to be very popular with the membership. I need a beater watch for work. I'm a welder/fabricator and I don't look to spend very much on that at all. I have a dress watch my wife bought for me, but I'd also like a weekend watch. I've always wanted a Luminox but recent reviews here have me looking at other lines. For some reason this watch really caught my eye. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008...e93a50ad8ba2f42c9d_S And of course this one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000...oliid=I20HVXLRBABS1O Now can someone please explain what an automatic is? I understand the term in the firearms world, but have no clue what it means in the watch world. _________________________ OH, Bonnie McMurray! | |||
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Caribou gorn |
And automatic watch is simply one that does not require a battery. Quartz means a battery operated movement. I'm gonna vote for the funniest frog with the loudest croak on the highest log. | |||
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| Member |
I believe it would also be self-winding. -------------------------- Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. -- H L Mencken I always prefer reality when I can figure out what it is. -- JALLEN 10/18/18 | |||
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