29-07-2006, 16:31
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Help choosing a watch
Hi, I'm after a vintage watch, something thats a little bit different.
I'd say the absolute maximum is £400, but ideally under £300.
Don't really know what else to say, but all opinions/suggestions are welcome.
TIA
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29-07-2006, 16:32
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Re: Help choosing a watch
Why vintage?
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29-07-2006, 16:39
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Re: Help choosing a watch
Try joining the forums here
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29-07-2006, 16:42
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Re: Help choosing a watch
I have one of these .....dunno how much to sell it for though
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29-07-2006, 16:47
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Re: Help choosing a watch
They seem to be going for about 1-2k on ebay.
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29-07-2006, 16:54
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Re: Help choosing a watch
Hmmm..........the speedmaster moonwatch goes for more, as do vintage models. Mine is about 8 years old, the metal strap needs re-assembling (it's got a leather strap on atm) and it has kept lousy time since about one year after I bought it.....in spite of it being serviced 3 times! (my theory is that my electromagnetic aura scr*ws up the mechanical movement)
It cost about £1500 new btw.....I wouldn't want anything near that but my concern is it's timekeeping.......
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29-07-2006, 17:04
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Re: Help choosing a watch
£1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping.
I've always held omega in quite high esteem, how bad's the timekeeping?
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29-07-2006, 17:39
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Re: Help choosing a watch
I've had two Jacob Jensen (Danish Designer) watches. Designs are varied, but generally quite minimalistic and stylish (and slim). They certainly look different/timeless, and should fit your budget.
Another option might be the swiss 'station clock' watch, though I find that too bulky (if nice looking).
Edit: this is a nice example. Notice the 5 mm height (though this happens to be a women's model)
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29-07-2006, 17:49
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Re: Help choosing a watch
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£1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping.
I've always held omega in quite high esteem, how bad's the timekeeping?
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When I wear it it's about 20 mins/day out......but perhaps another service and someone else wearing it would help......and yes, £1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping..... 
I wear this now......accurate to the second since I last changed the battery 6 months ago. 
I am never buying another mechanical watch again.....and I suggest you don't either..... 
---------- Post added at 17:49 ---------- Previous post was at 17:47 ----------
Those are nice watches danielf! 
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29-07-2006, 22:49
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Re: Help choosing a watch
My last two watches have been Seiko - they feel solid and have no battery that needs replacing. The one I currently have "sleeps" when left for a while, then corrects itself when moved.
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30-07-2006, 16:48
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Re: Help choosing a watch
I've pretty much found the watch I want now; but I'm having some problems finding out where it is for sale.
Heres a link to a picture of it, its the one with the 'bullseye' type dial, white inner and black outer. I think its from around the 1940's and looks like the seamaster or constellation model.
Any help appreciated
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