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02-04-2016 , 10:19 AM

#16001

CCuster_911

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Quote:

Originally Posted by highhustla

Why do you say this?

Jomashop is grey market but legit.

Please post your reasoning.

I think he is referring to the site selling it for 200 not joma.

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02-04-2016 , 12:02 PM

#16002

amoeba

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It's not fake, it's just Invicta style marketing. Not sure why Joma has it for 800, maybe they figure some people are dumb enough to buy it at 800.

In any case it's not bad if you get it for under 150, but it's certainly not the deal of the year.

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02-04-2016 , 12:07 PM

#16003

amoeba

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Originally Posted by p2 dog, p2

https://fancy.com/things/99760320399...ess-Steel-Case

i can get this thing thing for $120 if my portals work properly

this is a steal imo, dont care about the chinese movement or what anyone says

edit: this one aint chinese movement. someone check out the specs as i know nothing and i'd be delighted if you filled me anything, pros or cons.

no ratings anywhere, which is deterring

meh

They are all Chinese automatics. That one has same movement as this seagull.

http://www.seagullwatchstore.com/SEA...h-p/d2869s.htm

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02-04-2016 , 12:19 PM

#16004

flopturntree

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Amoeba, whats your opinion on this one?

https://fancy.com/things/99761982130...-Power-Reserve

Should I get it?

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02-04-2016 , 12:23 PM

#16005

amoeba

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I am not a fan of blacked out cases on low end watches as the coating usually scratches off really fast. I also think you shouldn't buy a watch if the primary appeal is the strap since you can buy a good quality strap in that style for $50.

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02-04-2016 , 12:26 PM

#16006

amoeba

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My $200 recommendation

http://www.creationwatches.com/produ...FRCNaQod5wEBVw

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02-04-2016 , 01:04 PM

#16007

mo3rtelmu

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ok im a pretty big watches noob and lost a bet w my gf, so i have to buy a ~500€ watch for myself (dont ask, im an adult etc)
after browsing a bit, these are my 2 favourites, which one should i get?:

1: philip seahorse chronograph

2: Bulova Analog Automatic

(2nd one is down from 950€ and has saphire glas, so should be better?)

any input is greatly appreciated (or similar/better watches w black case and leather wrist)

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02-04-2016 , 01:55 PM

#16008

rubenrtv

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Originally Posted by mo3rtelmu

Hate it or love it but I like this one:

Of your choices I prefer 2 for sure

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02-04-2016 , 04:09 PM

#16009

Gaddy

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First one shouldn't even be a consideration. I like the look of the second one.

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02-04-2016 , 04:59 PM

#16010

amoeba

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Hamilton jazzmaster slim, might be over budget in Europe though

Alternatively

http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B0017WH...Hamilton+khaki

Or

http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B000R3J...GhL&ref=plSrch

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02-04-2016 , 06:36 PM

#16011

amoeba

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In terms of microbrands, I think the Helios Delfin is pretty cool and just slightly above your budget.

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02-05-2016 , 04:02 AM

#16012

Dominic

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Halios is legit

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02-05-2016 , 09:37 AM

#16013

pvn

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rubenrtv

Hate it or love it but I like this one:

Of your choices I prefer 2 for sure

sick pick bro, very obscure, legit.

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02-05-2016 , 11:20 AM

#16014

amoeba

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Discus burger impossible to find though.

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02-05-2016 , 06:43 PM

#16015

Mintewek

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Originally Posted by mo3rtelmu

I have these 2, both within your budget. can def recommend em:

I'm thinking of swapping the green front for a black one, so I can put a nato strap on it. What u guys think?

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02-05-2016 , 10:36 PM

#16016

EvalEvan

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Love that green Steinhart, I'm considering that for my next purchase. I like the steel bracelet, but I also already have a Seiko diver on nato.

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02-06-2016 , 06:43 AM

#16017

Gaddy

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The Steinhart is too Rolex homage for me. But the SARB065 is unique with that tinted sunburst dial. I've long admired it but opted for the Stowa Marine Automatic over it. Don't regret that decision, but I often find myself considering getting the SARB in addition. So far I've resisted telling myself I already have a light-faced watch with blue hands and should focus on looks that I don't have.

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02-06-2016 , 06:52 AM

#16018

Gaddy

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The black Tissot Visodate is down to $339 on Amazon with code PREZDAY20.

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02-06-2016 , 04:16 PM

#16019

rubenrtv

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Quote:

Originally Posted by amoeba

Discus burger impossible to find though.

I got mine from a Japanese webshop. Don't wear it too often so would be willing to sell if someone really likes it

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02-06-2016 , 04:46 PM

#16020

potato

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Would like the Discus a lot more if the logo were not there / a lot more subtle.

Also if you like no-hands watches might as well just cough up 50x the money and get a Ressence Type 3 IMO.

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02-06-2016 , 04:54 PM

#16021

hfrog355

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Might as well.

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02-06-2016 , 04:55 PM

#16022

hfrog355

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Originally Posted by thabighurt35

i have a BLNR and i love it. I wear it more than anything else i own and have since the day i got it. I am obviously biased but I would vote for that.

Found what I think is a good deal for a well cared for 16710 with a coke bezel. I'll post pics when it shows up.

Last edited by hfrog355; 02-06-2016 at 04:56 PM. Reason: Will obv be a fake made from old Mountain Dew cans and a box colored with crayons. lol scammers

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02-10-2016 , 10:43 AM

#16023

Onitsuka

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Pepsi > Coke obv

An old one of mine from a few years back, 16700.

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02-10-2016 , 11:22 AM

#16024

KPowers

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Root beer > all other sodas.

Not going to lie, I saw some, whatever the rectangle diamonds are called, where the color faded around on the bezel and it looked really nice. Definitely not subtle but it was pleasing. Anyone remember these? IIRC they hit Basel in 2013