Just curious if you think the lume falling out issue is internet noise or a legitimate issue. I’ve got a buddy who is seriously considering a used Pelagos, but is held up on this issue.
Continue readingSub $1500 heirloom worthy tool watch
I’ve been wanting to get a watch lately that seems a little less “disposable” than some of the entry level Japanese watches I have. I’d love something robust enough to wear just about anywhere, and something a bit higher quality/higher end to make it s…
Continue readingU1 Market Prices
Anybody know the going rate for a u1 these days? Market prices are all over the place with bracelets, rubber straps, etc. I’ve seen sub 1k to 2k all sell. Is it based on age over anything else?
Continue readingBig chunky diver for summer?
Let me see your chonks!
Continue readingWhat should be my first Damasko?
I’m at the point in my watch journey that I want something technically capable and completely sourced from one place. Damasko seems to check all the boxes. Which would be a good first to go for?
Continue readingHow can this be fixed?
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…
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