hmm thanks, I'll continue to consider it, it has grown on me a lot, but I've never really been for the brown strap and this watch would obv not flow with a black strap.

This watch is dead sexy

having doubts between these 2, als huge diff betw seamasters that are twice as expensive?

http://www.amazon.com/Omega-Speedmas...pd_sbs_watch_6

http://www.amazon.com/Omega-Seamaste...pd_sbs_watch_5

Yeah I know, compared with some of the watches in this thread. But I am still in college, and this is as high end as I can afford at the moment. Any help would be appreciated.

So basically you want other suggestions along those lines in that price range? Is there anything else you've seen (in any price range) that has caught your eye?

I never really use amazon , but they get theyr watches from watchmaxx with sick discounts, this is what watch maxx says

'WatchMaxx offers brand name watches at almost wholesale pricing. Because of our discounted pricing, we are not considered "Authorized Dealers" as defined by the manufacturer. In this way we also avoid manufacturers pricing controls. We realize our prices are amazing; this is due to the fact that we buy our watches from our suppliers in large quantities, have a very low markup and, as an online seller, operate at a very low overhead cost. We hope you enjoy your experience at WatchMaxx.com and we look forward to serving you! '

So basicly I could be buying a fake?

Correct. Or any input which would make choosing between the Tag and Baume et Mercier easier.

I am open to other suggestions close to that price range as well.

These sound like grey market watches, which (if this is the case) means they're real, they're just outside of the authorized distribution channel and have no warranty.

Watchmaxx, whoever that is, is not the exclusive supplier of watches to Amazon. Amazon IS an authorized dealer for some brands. You just have to look for who is actually selling the watch (e.g. both of the Omegas mentioned above are sold by third parties, who may or may not be authorized dealers).

Got a great deal from an AD, so just bought this watch:

Just got it recently. Does having a thin build make it look worse on me?

Is it a 42? 45? What's your wrist size? Go with your gut imo, if you really think it looks good, go with it, if you get that sinking feeling that it's huge and goofy but aren't sure because you love the watch, probably look for something better sized.

I like that PO quite a bit, but I just liked the SMP better.

I think the features are responsible for the price difference, or at least some of it. A mechanical chronograph usually adds quite a bit of cost to the watch, and it's got Day, Date and Month functionality.

The other one just has Date.

I got a non-chronograph because of price, and I regret it.

The 2nd one says Automatic in one part of it's description, and Quartz in another. If you Google the stock#, it's quartz. That's a huge part of the price difference.

ughhh.....

I'm selling my Panerai

dont know if we are allowed to post for sale stuff on here, so mods PM me or remove this if its not allowed.

Hate to see it go but need the money right now

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=280372169348

didnt see that thx

I wear this in 42. I like it a lot, although sometimes I wish i went with the 45 (and sometimes I'm glad I didn't)

Which do we prefer?

Manero Retrograde from Carl F. Bucherer


OR

Portuguese from IWC


Price is similar. I like the IWC a little bit better but the Portuguese just seems sort of common now a days.

portu, no question.

sort of common? GMAFB, how many have you actually seen out in the wild? Don't let this thread distort your view of the world.

Agreed. What I meant to say was I know a lot of poker players own them. Yes I have seen a bunch of them in poker rooms. Will likely go with the portu.

While I'm at it actually.

Can you guys give me some advice wrt buying high-end watches online as opposed to a certified store. Is the price worth the associated risk? I know several of you have bought online, are there any sites you'd recommend etc...

Oh an I've been lurking this thread for a long time, so thanks everyone for all the great info, suggestions and pics

I've heard Jomashop and Authentic Watches mentioned as pretty trustworthy.
I really doubt Amazon is selling fakes, but recheck the stats from the stock number as they have idiots who don't know watches entering all the info online.


If you're getting an Omega, I can get you in touch with an AD who will give you almost as good a price as grey market.

I picked up the first Oakley Judge with a blue face for $300Cdn. I like this style better than the new Judge II actually, and much cheaper. The copper/black is really nice too, wouldn't mind getting my hands on one.

Anybody know what watch Antonio Esfandiari wore on High Stakes Poker? Looks a little too big on him I think.

http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/79...i#post10759366

how reliable are delivery times at amazon.com? a dad of a friend of mine goes to the us for a week, and he can take back the watch then and ill save a bunch (im in europe). But if it suddenly takes much longer for amazon to deliver im fked, as he wont go back.

Also how anal are us customs about this? if he puts the box in his case, and wears the watch, will customs give him trouble?