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02-25-2022, 08:47 PM
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Hey brahs, I need some opinions on a JLC I am looking at (to replace the one that was stolen). It’s a black dial ultra thin moonphase. There are two versions of it that I am interested in, and older one, and a current version.

1. The older one has less in terms of power reserve, shorter markers (which I like), and a yellow moon & stars (which I also like). The moon seems more classic/whimsical. I’d have to get it pre-owned

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2. The newer one has a white moon and stars. The band is attached a bit deeper into the lugs, which may cause overhand on a wrist like mine. Still, it’s new, it’s movement is better on paper, and it’s only 1.5k or so more after dealer discounts.

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#1 based on what you're saying. There's a bit of mental gymnastics you've got going considering #2.
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02-25-2022, 08:55 PM
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Nothing from Ball, Lum-Tec, Sinn, Certina, Hamilton, Stowa etc catches your eye in that price range? Wow!

Hell, even Luminox or the Victorinox automatics are pretty decent and still less than 1K.
Ill take a look at those brands but yet to find anything that g shock can't do for me lol
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02-25-2022, 10:04 PM
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#1 based on what you're saying. There's a bit of mental gymnastics you've got going considering #2.
#2 has a 70 hour power reserve, vs 43 on #1. Thats significant. The pragmatist in me says it’s a no brainer, get the new version. But I simply like how the older looks more. The pop of color, shape of the markers, etc.
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02-25-2022, 10:19 PM
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#2 has a 70 hour power reserve, vs 43 on #1. Thats significant. The pragmatist in me says it’s a no brainer, get the new version. But I simply like how the older looks more. The pop of color, shape of the markers, etc.
Same answer from me. While a longer PR is a legitimate real world benefit, I'm not going to be miring it when I could be looking down and preferring the other model's aesthetics, or looking down and not liking how the watch fits or feels when it's on my wrist.

As an example, the Rolex 3135 vs. the 3235.. The 3235 for all practical reasons only has a higher PR, but is also less bulletproof than the 3135 currently is. I like the power reserve increase, but it means nothing to me if I prefer the looks of a similar model, all things else similar. Like, you're not wearing a spec sheet or something on your wrist, you're wearing something that you look down at and it makes you smile for the shape, design, beauty or whatever, and also the engineering. With JLC the engineering is covered no matter which model, so I go with the aesthetics and fit/comfort.
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02-26-2022, 11:04 AM
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#2 has a 70 hour power reserve, vs 43 on #1. Thats significant. The pragmatist in me says it’s a no brainer, get the new version. But I simply like how the older looks more. The pop of color, shape of the markers, etc.
watches are an emotional purchase not a logical one, and it looks like your heart is set on #1 so that's the way to go IMO
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02-26-2022, 02:44 PM
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watches are an emotional purchase not a logical one, and it looks like your heart is set on #1 so that's the way to go IMO
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02-28-2022, 05:34 AM
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Hey creative minds, give me some ideas for straps for this guy.

I have the factory bracelet, a black leather strap, and this silicone strap.

For reference: Seiko SRPJ181J1



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03-01-2022, 12:31 PM
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TOKYO, March 1, 2022 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a new addition to the MR-G series, the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new MRG-B5000 is the first MR-G timepiece to feature the iconic design of the very first G-SHOCK.

With a nod to the design of the DW-5000C, the first-ever G-SHOCK released in 1983, the MRG-B5000 now brings a brilliant shine and dignified distinction to the shock-resistant watch by employing cutting-edge metals finished with master polishing craftsmanship.


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03-02-2022, 04:41 AM
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03-17-2022, 04:48 PM
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My younger sister is graduating college and is going to get a Rolex as a graduation gift. What’s the best date just configuration I can recommend her? She wants a jubilee bracelet. But not sure about what color would look nicest. Was thinking either silver or the sunburst.

Gonna try and talk to my AD and see if purchasing a ladies watch will help my chances at something nice. Lol
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My younger sister is graduating college and is going to get a Rolex as a graduation gift. What’s the best date just configuration I can recommend her? She wants a jubilee bracelet. But not sure about what color would look nicest. Was thinking either silver or the sunburst.

Gonna try and talk to my AD and see if purchasing a ladies watch will help my chances at something nice. Lol
Very tough to say. A few years ago my friend asked me to go with him and his wife to get her a DJ. Pretty much everything I said went out the window and she picked out her own. SS Jubilee with fluted bezel and mother of pearl dial with diamond markers.
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03-18-2022, 02:37 PM
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https://nypost.com/2022/03/18/33-yea...nyc-hotel/amp/


A 33-year-old man wearing a six-figure Richard Mille watch was shot outside a four-star Midtown hotel early Friday, according to cops and police sources.

Nothing was stolen from the victim.
Damn, I guess the gunman hated it so much he didn’t care what it was worth.
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My younger sister is graduating college and is going to get a Rolex as a graduation gift. What’s the best date just configuration I can recommend her? She wants a jubilee bracelet. But not sure about what color would look nicest. Was thinking either silver or the sunburst.

Gonna try and talk to my AD and see if purchasing a ladies watch will help my chances at something nice. Lol
Datejust comes in like 3 dozen configs. In an ideal world, you'd go in and see whichever one she likes best. In today's real world, you take whichever datejusts AD are willing to give you.


I had the funds to pick up my 126715 but i spent that on a jpeg, so that's temporarily on hold.
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Datejust comes in like 3 dozen configs. In an ideal world, you'd go in and see whichever one she likes best. In today's real world, you take whichever datejusts AD are willing to give you.


I had the funds to pick up my 126715 but i spent that on a jpeg, so that's temporarily on hold.
This. If you want something specific, cross your fingers, then start going into the AD weekly to chat them up with the reason why you want it.
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03-21-2022, 08:10 AM
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I'd just find the configuration you like and buy it on Chrono24 (srs) fuk playing the AD game, never in my life will I wait for some "list" to tell me what watch I can buy
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03-24-2022, 09:33 AM
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Somewhat embarrassing but just the type of color-offerings/price-point to appeal to IG-related cringe to make them fly off the shelves and make Omega relevant again.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/we...tch-moonswatch

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Somewhat embarrassing but just the type of color-offerings/price-point to appeal to IG-related cringe to make them fly off the shelves and make Omega relevant again.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/we...tch-moonswatch

I saw they also released a green 300m seamaster.
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How do you guys think this will effect the actual moon watch market?
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How do you guys think this will effect the actual moon watch market?
I wouldn't think it would have any effect, but I've been wrong before.
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Somewhat embarrassing but just the type of color-offerings/price-point to appeal to IG-related cringe to make them fly off the shelves and make Omega relevant again.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/we...tch-moonswatch

I think it looks cool AF and I intend on picking up Mission to Murcury, Moon and Mars.
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Somewhat embarrassing but just the type of color-offerings/price-point to appeal to IG-related cringe to make them fly off the shelves and make Omega relevant again.
Here' a closer look from the head of product management at Omega.

$250 for a plastic watch with .10 cent velcro strap that requires battery changes? I dont know….

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03-25-2022, 08:12 AM
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Thanks for the advice brahs. I got the piece that I really wanted, and fuking love it.

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Somewhat embarrassing but just the type of color-offerings/price-point to appeal to IG-related cringe to make them fly off the shelves and make Omega relevant again.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/we...tch-moonswatch
this may be controversial, but honestly i really like these. i think they're very playful and fun and give you a speedy-esque experience for a fraction of the price. i think that they're going to be a big cash cow for omega/swatch and also act as a gateway drug for the world of speedmasters.

i know they're only going to release them at swatch retail stores for now but i've heard that they're going to eventually sell them online so that should keep the scalpers/flippers at bay.

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Thanks for the advice brahs. I got the piece that I really wanted, and fuking love it.

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beautiful piece man, enjoy!
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Originally Posted By Adam16121⏩
Thanks for the advice brahs. I got the piece that I really wanted, and fuking love it.

Think you have the reverso too. Digging your collection.



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Here' a closer look from the head of product management at Omega.

$250 for a plastic watch with .10 cent velcro strap that requires battery changes? I dont know….

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this may be controversial, but honestly i really like these. i think they're very playful and fun and give you a speedy-esque experience for a fraction of the price. i think that they're going to be a big cash cow for omega/swatch and also act as a gateway drug for the world of speedmasters.

i know they're only going to release them at swatch retail stores for now but i've heard that they're going to eventually sell them online so that should keep the scalpers/flippers at bay.

I like the colorschemes too. They're gonna be huge with the seiko/g-shock crowd i'm certain of it. Think i might get my 23 year old girlfriend one and tell her it's a speedy pro limited edition.


Yet, this seems to be Omega conceeding the knee to their Rolex overlords. It's almost relieving to be honest. Seeing them roll out that globemaster with the "fluted" bezel was just pathetic. They should be seen in that respectable mid tier, to lower-high tier range with Tudor/Cartier. Trying to be Rolex was a losing battle.
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I like the colorschemes too. They're gonna be huge with the seiko/g-shock crowd i'm certain of it. Think i might get my 23 year old girlfriend one and tell her it's a speedy pro limited edition.


Yet, this seems to be Omega conceeding the knee to their Rolex overlords. It's almost relieving to be honest. Seeing them roll out that globemaster with the "fluted" bezel was just pathetic. They should be seen in that respectable mid tier, to lower-high tier range with Tudor/Cartier. Trying to be Rolex was a losing battle.
nah i don't think they're conceding because they're still trying to blatantly go after the rolex crowd. like the new aqua terras with the colorful sunburst dials

maybe this is biased because i have 2 omegas (one vintage seamaster cosmic and a newer aqua terra) but i think in terms of history and quality, omega can go toe to toe with rolex. but they just lack that cool/hype/marketing factor that rolex has.
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biuriful. is that the black dial? I wanted that watch in the blue dial but they stopped making it
Yup, it’s the black dial. The blue dial is gorgeous, agreed. Some of the more reserved watch boyos were really happy with the new version, where the moon is silver. Definitely more subtle, but I like the pop of gold, and frankly, these watches are pretty subdued already.
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03-28-2022, 07:58 PM
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I have not been interested in 'expensive' watches before but this Frederique Constant Monolithic looks awesome. The escapement is one piece of silicone that bends and moves the second hand at 40Hz or 288,000 beats per hour. Too bad I am poor.







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How do you guys think this will effect the actual moon watch market?
I don't think anyone who plans on buying an Omega will not buy it because of a Swatch. If anything they will get both and Imo people who otherwise never thought about Omega might get one after this introduction. Plus Omega must be getting a percentage of sales.
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I have not been interested in 'expensive' watches before but this Frederique Constant Monolithic looks awesome. The escapement is one piece of silicone that bends and moves the second hand at 40Hz or 288,000 beats per hour. Too bad I am poor.




Nice enough watch, but buying an FC you should be aiming at like 50% off. I just checked Chrono24 and there are few and they seem to be listed for retail brand new, but you'll take an absolute bath on it if you pay anything close to that.
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