Why didn’t Marathon make the OSAR thinner?
A lot of folks (myself included) dislike the depth of the dial on the marathon SAR models. I understand this is because of the tritium tubes.
So when the OSAR was announced I was surprised it was still 14mm thick like the GSAR. Even without tubes. Wh…
Continue readingAvenger Blackbird too military?
Is the blackbird trying too hard or is it ok in your opinion? Would love to get one but I don’t want it to feel like I’m walking around wearing camo battle dress or something.
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Continue readingCitizen Promaster Fugu Diver w/ Jubilee
Great watch! It was worn in a daily rotation for a few years. It has the non-hacking hand winding movement. Comes on a jubilee from Long Island watch. There is a small mark on the bezel around the 30 mark and probably some other hairlines I can’t pick …
Continue readingWhere to go from here? Conflicted
Sort of at a weird part of my collecting journey. I have traditionally bought and sold affordables. SKX’s, Citizens, etc. The typical models.
I wanted to step it up a bit and get something that felt more premium and that I may subsequently keep around…
Continue readingTudor Pelagos FXD 25717N Full Kit & Warranty
Fantastic Tudor FXD for sale! Includes the full outer box, inner box, both fabric and rubber straps, full papers, and original purchase receipt. Under warranty until 11/2028. Minor wear (small ding on the bottom lug), but overall in excellent shape.
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Continue readingDoes this bug you?
Edit: photo is from an eBay listing. I am looking to buy one, but at $3k I do expect near perfection. I’ve bought cars for less than that.
I know nothing is perfect, but I’ve noticed most of the Pelagos I see have a weird oddity where the bottom of t…
Continue readingRemember when the watch market was fun?
Remember when the watch market was about networking, friendships, and sharing our hobby together? Hustle culture, flipping mentality, “watch trading” courses, discord groups, Reddit, and so much more seemed to have ruined this great hobby for the sake …
Continue readingWhat % of watches are sold between dealers?
I recently saw a used Pelagos that was up for a reasonable price. Reached out to the guy, and before he got to my message he had sold it to another dealer. That dealer let me know he would sell it to me for $250 more if I wanted.
It made me curious – …
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