Wristwatch collectors out there?

[Wolfgang]

Also Seiko made a chrono that measured down to 1/100th of a second a while back.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elI_ZQffjbc

also the sportura line has some most under $500

[TheRiddick]

Originally Posted by Wolfgang

Greg, the 67 is the one with the SS brecelet. SNDA65 is the one with the black canvass band. If he is planning on switching it out there is no need to pay extra. :02

They are two very different models. The 65 model is with alarm if I am not mistaken. 67 is a chrono, and comes in various bracelet options, SS is one of them.

[Wolfgang]

I thought the same thing but unfortunately the 65 only looks like it has an alarm but it is actually a 12 hour timer (kinda lame if you ask me) had it been an alarm I would have been thrilled. I will look at the 67 again I didn't look at the 6 position chrono dial.

[TheRiddick]

I don't want to argue, but take a look at the two. Not only they are different movements, one is a chrono and the other is an alarm, but even HANDS are very different in shape. Believe what you will, though, I don't have a dog in the race...

[Wolfgang]

SNDA65

SNDA67


Im not arguing. Im stating what it is that I see, however if you are looking at a different model that I have found please share.

[TheRiddick]

My bad, and my apology. I got tripped by the last photo on prior page (SNAB alarm model).

Both 65 and 67 seem to be the same, not sure why different model numbers, maybe the case finish:

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f304/se...ew-211594.html

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f21/new...no-186267.html

SNDA69 is also same model? Looking at specs for all 3, they seem to be same watch, although looks like 69 has been discontinued at this point. I see someone online selling the 67 for $120 in SS, that's a great buy IMO and one can easily find a great leather strap in the aftermarket: http://www.globalwatchband.com/

[JDTexan]

Originally Posted by TheRiddick

SNDA69 is also same model? Looking at specs for all 3, they seem to be same watch, although looks like 69 has been discontinued at this point. I see someone online selling the 67 for $120 in SS, that's a great buy IMO and one can easily find a great leather strap in the aftermarket: http://www.globalwatchband.com/

The 69 seems to be the same watch as the 65 but in green. I have a similar Japanese Seiko military watch in green that I will try and post a picture of and find the model number. A friend of mine purchased it for me in Japan a few years ago.

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by TheRiddick

Says 1/20th sec stepping on dial, do you really think its Quartz?

I thought quartz based on the hands layout would be quite complicated or custom if automatic. Not that Seiko can't deliver such precision.

[mosesbotbol]

I have a day/date Seiko Monster auto in OK condition I'd trade for cigars if anyone is into it.

[TheRiddick]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I thought quartz based on the hands layout would be quite complicated or custom if automatic. Not that Seiko can't deliver such precision.

I just wanted to say that quartz with such precision is not a common thing, or rather, very rare. To me, it looked like a modified Orient mechanical movement...

[s15driftking]

just arrived!

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by TheRiddick

I just wanted to say that quartz with such precision is not a common thing, or rather, very rare. To me, it looked like a modified Orient mechanical movement...

I had a Seiko Chrono Quartz in late 80's that was quite precise. If you look at some of the Quartz Chrono's coming out, they are more apt to put mutliple timers on one pole than you'd expect at that price point.

[eber]

Originally Posted by gettysburgfreak

Ive been saving and think I am going to go with either a Tag Carrera or an Omega Speedmaster, not sure which one yet.

both are goregeous watches, and both can be had for roughly the same price, I would probably choose the Omega, for no other reason because I have an Omega Seamaster Professional Chronograph and I absolutely love it. However Tags are great as well.

[gettysburgfreak]

Originally Posted by eber

both are goregeous watches, and both can be had for roughly the same price, I would probably choose the Omega, for no other reason because I have an Omega Seamaster Professional Chronograph and I absolutely love it. However Tags are great as well.

I am leaning towards the Tag because I like the croc bands unless I can find the speedmaster in a leather band. I'm not so keen on stainless steel.

[wayner123]

Originally Posted by gettysburgfreak

I am leaning towards the Tag because I like the croc bands unless I can find the speedmaster in a leather band. I'm not so keen on stainless steel.

There are a TON of aftermarket selections for bracelet and leather straps for watches. NEVER count out a watch based on it's strap. There is also a really nice custom market which can make the leather straps to your wants.

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by wayner123

There are a TON of aftermarket selections for bracelet and leather straps for watches. NEVER count out a watch based on it's strap. There is also a really nice custom market which can make the leather straps to your wants.

Agree! You don't have to get an "Omega" labelled strap, but Omega deployment clasps are out there if you really want it to look OEM. Hirsch is a very popular brand of leather straps.

http://www.watchobsession.co.uk/shop...raps-c-54.html

[eber]

Originally Posted by wayner123

There are a TON of aftermarket selections for bracelet and leather straps for watches. NEVER count out a watch based on it's strap. There is also a really nice custom market which can make the leather straps to your wants.

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Agree! You don't have to get an "Omega" labelled strap, but Omega deployment clasps are out there if you really want it to look OEM. Hirsch is a very popular brand of leather straps.

http://www.watchobsession.co.uk/shop...raps-c-54.html

I agree completely, and if you get one with a SS bracelet and get a leather one, you will always have the option to change back and forth if the mood strikes.

[gettysburgfreak]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Agree! You don't have to get an "Omega" labelled strap, but Omega deployment clasps are out there if you really want it to look OEM. Hirsch is a very popular brand of leather straps.

http://www.watchobsession.co.uk/shop...raps-c-54.html

Thanks for the link. Hopefully I can find a place in San Antonio that has a nice selection so I can try on a bunch of different models.

[s15driftking]

I like all this strap talk!!!

The watch i bought (pictured above) needs a new strap. Cant stand the drab green.

Its 23mm wide. I was thinking about buying something stainless that is 24mm wide and filing the ends down. I have heard of people doing that. Does anybody have experience filing down bracelet ends to fit odd lug widths?

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by s15driftking

I like all this strap talk!!!

The watch i bought (pictured above) needs a new strap. Cant stand the drab green.

Its 23mm wide. I was thinking about buying something stainless that is 24mm wide and filing the ends down. I have heard of people doing that. Does anybody have experience filing down bracelet ends to fit odd lug widths?

Depends how the pins or screws are fabricated on the bracelet and whether end links are being used.

Have a bracelet looking good is really dependent on the end links or the case. Big gaps around the lugs makes the bracelet look like an afterthought.

Many smaller watch manufacturers in CH use a braclet factory and just machine the end links and/ the button on the clasp. The tooling to create each unique piece on a bracelet may not be worth it on a tight price point or limited manufacture.