Does this not have a screw down crown? Looks good, and I've heard good things! Wore my Citizen yesterday, and it was doing the 2 second jump. Glad it got a chance to charge back up.
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I had the same watch. Sold it the date was to small couldn’t read it.
( old eyes) has a screw down crown.
Great watch. Look on H strap I purchased a Stainless Steel Bracelet for the one I had. Makes it pop.
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Kilroy6644
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It does have a screw down crown, and my first thought was that I just didn't have it unscrewed all the way. But I did; I just couldn't get much of a grip. I managed it, and it's not a deal-breaker. It's just annoying.
Kilroy6644
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When I got home from work, I noticed that the date was wrong again, meaning the time was off by 12 hours. I had less trouble with the crown this time, so I'm not worried about it anymore.
Set the date to the day before. Fully cycle the watch past midnight to the correct day and set the time. Only way to guarantee the date.
Kilroy6644
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Yep, that's what I did. It's all good now.
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More footwear. These arrived today. Both pairs worn a while to check fit and comfort.
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Base London - Lima (Brown/Navy).
I was expecting black, as I didn't notice navy specified in the retailers description, but the navy works just fine. Seem decent enough for the price, though will probably benefit from a good neutral polish. Not super robust leather, but will still need a bit of time to settle in.
Both items were bought well under half retail price, so I'm forgiving a few very light scuffs on each. Nothing I might not have done myself after a days wear.
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A few times recently, I've been wishing I had size 6 feet. They're usually the shoes on sale at the best prices, or the only size left in a shoe I really like the look of. You would have thought by now, that shoe retailers would stop overstocking in the less common sizes, and stock more of the...
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Base London - Lima (Brown/Navy).
I was expecting black, as I didn't notice navy specified in the retailers description, but the navy works just fine. Seem decent enough for the price, though will probably benefit from a good neutral polish. Not super robust leather, but will still need a bit of time to settle in.
Both items were bought well under half retail price, so I'm forgiving a few very light scuffs on each. Nothing I might not have done myself after a days wear.
Kilroy6644
Smoking a corn dog in aviators and a top hat
Two orders in today. I got some straps for my Promaster from Cheapestnatostraps, and a Vostok Amphibia from an eBay seller. The Vostok is my first automatic. I've already got some straps on the way, but they won't be here until next week. In the meantime, I'm debating whether to adjust the bracelet, or just wait until the straps come.
Kilroy6644
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Oh yeah, and some quick release spring bars for the Casio and the Citizen.
You should try the Bracelet. There Surprisingly Comfortable. For as cheap as they are.
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Kilroy6644
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As of right now, I'm waiting for the new straps. I took the bezel off to adjust it, and then I took the bracelet off so I didn't have to deal with it when I put the bezel back on, and then the end links fell off. And based on my experience with my Timex Allied (the only other watch I own with a bracelet), I've come to the conclusion that I'm not the biggest fan of bracelets. I don't like the way they stick when my wrist starts sweating. But maybe I'll monkey with it when I get home. I'd like to wear it before I make any changes.
My local thrift store comes good again. I found this excellent condition vintage sheepskin coat.
Nice sheepskin jacket. I much like the darker version that you have. I bought one years ago from a Shop called Skinnies at Parkmore Shopping Centre in Keysborough Melbourne. It is the lighter version and I have probably worn it once in 36 years. I don’t through much away.
I have a lighter one already, but yeah, I like the darker one better as well. I'll probably sell the lighter one eventually, but now I need to wait for next winter to do it.
Not too many days in Oz where we need them though, to be fair. Probably why this one was in such good condition.
From memory mine has wooden toggles to do it up. Much prefer your buttons.
I'm 60 next month and my wife will buy me a watch. Yesterday went short-listing and it comes down to a choice of these two:
Both roughly the same price. I thought that I wanted the GMT function but I also like the idea of a metal strap. I already have a Marina 44mm so I am used to a chunky watch. I also looked at a Bell & Ross BR05 with the gold and steel bracelet which looks good on the website but it's too small for me. IWC Portugeiser was on the short list but I am tending to the GMT Panerai. I have a month to make my mind up...
Both roughly the same price. I thought that I wanted the GMT function but I also like the idea of a metal strap. I already have a Marina 44mm so I am used to a chunky watch. I also looked at a Bell & Ross BR05 with the gold and steel bracelet which looks good on the website but it's too small for me. IWC Portugeiser was on the short list but I am tending to the GMT Panerai. I have a month to make my mind up...
Congratulations! I don't think you can really go wrong. I'll save my favorite for myself, as it's not about me. However, perhaps think about how much use you would get from the GMT. Especially if you prefer a metal strap. It's possible you could add a metal strap to the GMT, though that is extra $$ and unless it's from the company, may not match the way you want it to. But then, I'm a function over form guy, so take that for what it is.
After going back and forth in my mind about whether I should go "upmarket" in buying a new watch, I decided to stay in my schoolteacher salary range. Sold a few watches to consolidate down to a manageable level and just ordered the Lorier Falcon II in navy.
Thanks! The main pros and cons are do I actually need the GMT function, given my phone has the time in every city in the world(!) and living in the Singapore humidity means you get through leather straps pretty quickly and at $600 a pop to replace make the metal strap attractive. But the GMT looks good...
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