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Old 03-25-2016 | 07:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Quadcammer
I can't believe I forgot Grand Seiko.

Quality to dollar on these is outstanding. No comparison to tag.
The only bad thing is the metal band, it doesn't have the solid "weight" feel to it.


Old 03-25-2016 | 09:21 AM
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This one? It's made by Fossil. When I first got it, my wife asked me why I bought a toy watch.


no..actually this one


Old 03-25-2016 | 08:53 PM
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Never had an issue with any of my TAG's. Carreras or otherwise. Whether I'm in the Austrian Alps or taking a Cayman rental for a weekend to St Augustine, FL
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Old 03-25-2016 | 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 07CarreraS
Never had an issue with any of my TAG's. Carreras or otherwise. Whether I'm in the Austrian Alps or taking a Cayman rental for a weekend to St Augustine, FL
These guys are talking about Porsche branded watches, not the Carrera lines from Tag Heuer.
Old 03-25-2016 | 11:04 PM
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Talk about jinxing myself, the little hoop that the end of the watch band tucks into snapped today after 10+ years! Just checked on the cost of replacement band - $245!! For a rubber watch band! Wtf! I could replace the entire watch for about a grand. Gonna use a small black rubber band...
Old 03-26-2016 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Archimedes
Talk about jinxing myself, the little hoop that the end of the watch band tucks into snapped today after 10+ years! Just checked on the cost of replacement band - $245!! For a rubber watch band! Wtf! I could replace the entire watch for about a grand. Gonna use a small black rubber band...
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Old 03-26-2016 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Archimedes
Talk about jinxing myself, the little hoop that the end of the watch band tucks into snapped today after 10+ years! Just checked on the cost of replacement band - $245!! For a rubber watch band! Wtf! I could replace the entire watch for about a grand. Gonna use a small black rubber band...
If the rubber band gets old, search for aftermarket rubber strap options for your watch. I got a knockoff for my Orange Omega Planet Ocean for maybe $45, when the real ones are $600 or so, iirc (they're molded at the top, not just flat piece of rubber.)
Old 03-26-2016 | 12:22 PM
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Currently an owner of a splendid OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean: http://www.omegawatches.com/watches/...3230462101001/ Absolutely love the watch.
Old 03-26-2016 | 12:55 PM
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I love my collection! My 007 is my everyday watch.
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Old 03-26-2016 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by MaximusNL
Currently an owner of a splendid OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean: http://www.omegawatches.com/watches/...3230462101001/ Absolutely love the watch.
Beautiful in gray! I have the PO 600 in Orange (stainless) and blue (titanium). Both are 42s. The orange is an older one with 2500 CoAx movement and aluminum bezel. The blue is 8500 mvmt and the ceramic bezel. The ceramic really looks better, higher quality, not just because it's more robust.





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Originally Posted by NoGaBiker
Don't forget the ever present brietling/Bentley connection. If I never saw another Breitling it would be all right with me.
Have to agree. Except for the original Navitimer 01. Classic pilot's chrono IMHO.

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Old 03-28-2016 | 10:42 AM
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Put aside the Rolex stigma for a moment and understand the company built arguably the most robust dive watch on planet Earth.
My wife's uncle was part of the Navy's deep dive team during the '60's and had multiple missions aboard the Trieste. The entire team was issued Rolex Subs. Not fashion, function.

I purchase a Sub in 1985. It has been in continuous service from day 1. I wore it for 20 years and gave it to my Father in law who has been wearing it to this day. One repair to the flip clasp and one crystal replacement. Where else can you use an incredible piece of equipment for over 30 years and triple your money.
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All the benefits of a G + all the benefits of a black metal dress watch. Maybe it's a love or hate thing.... But I like mine a lot!

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Originally Posted by NoGaBiker
Beautiful in gray! I have the PO 600 in Orange (stainless) and blue (titanium). Both are 42s. The orange is an older one with 2500 CoAx movement and aluminum bezel. The blue is 8500 mvmt and the ceramic bezel. The ceramic really looks better, higher quality, not just because it's more robust.





Absolutely love both! I've got the XL version of 45.5mm. Even that watch looks tiny on my wrist. My skin has a lot of acid, therefore leather straps are a definite no-go. Would love to add a Speedy one day. However the one that I like 'Dark Side of the Moon' exceeds my watch budget and would cut-off budget from the Porsche.... First world problems but hey, what gives
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Max.
Spot on, the Speedmaster is another all time classic...IMHO.


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