Which watch do you own?

Vinod_nair · 6th January 2021, 11:04

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Originally Posted by Gannu_1

Got this vintage F-91W from Amazon. Brings back memories from my school days.

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Nostalgic, I remember getting one for my son in '97 from Riyadh on my first vacation, he was in 9th std, over the moon.

If I remember correctly, I must have paid about SAR 20 then.

architect · 6th January 2021, 17:40

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Originally Posted by Gannu_1

Got this vintage F-91W from Amazon. Brings back memories from my school days.

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I have the F91W for the last 2 years or so. At the price of a coffee and sandwich, it is a steal, considering the model has almost got a cult / classic status. Keeps time well, battery is supposed to last long and has all the basic functions you need. Nothing extraneous. Simply Brilliant!

K a s h · 12th January 2021, 16:19

Got the HMT INOX IXGL 11 in Maroon color

sagarpadaki · 12th January 2021, 16:28

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Originally Posted by adi.mariner

Is there any website for Silicon Straps similar to the ones mentioned above?
Thanks.

Here you go.

https://www.bartonwatchbands.com/

I use them and can vouch for their quality.

arindambasu13 · 13th January 2021, 08:17

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Originally Posted by sagarpadaki

Here you go.

https://www.bartonwatchbands.com/

I use them and can vouch for their quality.

+1 to Barton straps. I use their silicone straps on multiple watches and they are of very good quality and reasonably priced.

mav2000 · 13th January 2021, 10:54

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Originally Posted by arindambasu13

+1 to Barton straps. I use their silicone straps on multiple watches and they are of very good quality and reasonably priced.

Have they restarted normal USPS delivery to India. I had bought one of their watch bands but then they shifted to fedex or dhl and the pricing was not worth it anymore.

arindambasu13 · 13th January 2021, 11:19

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Originally Posted by mav2000

Have they restarted normal USPS delivery to India. I had bought one of their watch bands but then they shifted to fedex or dhl and the pricing was not worth it anymore.

Oh is it? I was not aware of that. The earlier shipping used to be 2-3 dollars to India, and was totally worth it. I have not made a purchase from them in the last few years though, so not aware of the shipping currently. Fedex and DHL will definitely be way more expensive than USPS shipping.

zaphodb · 13th January 2021, 21:58

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Originally Posted by K a s h

Got the HMT INOX IXGL 11 in Maroon color

Why would you buy an HMT Quartz?

Singh101 · 19th January 2021, 13:14

Ah, fellow watch enthusiasts on a car forum. Why oh why am I not surprised?

Not particularly into modding my watches (this is the first I've heard of it really), but I am fond of watches. Smartphones may have replaced them for a lot of people but as far as I'm concerned, a good wristwatch remains a must have accessory in a gentleman's suite.

Being a sailor, I need my watch to be as tough as my working conditions hence, no surprise, a Casio G-Shock Mudman G-9300. It's got solar charging, works perfectly and I won't be surprised if it outlasts me.

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The other watch I own reserved for "special" occasions is an HMT Pilot which used to belong to my grandfather, then my father, my elder brother after him and now myself. I've only polished it and had it's worn-out strap replaced by my nearby Titan showroom- I believe the classy black leather with white stitching suits it just right. I wind it, set the time and wear it with immense pride, often too, I must say.

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racer_7 · 19th January 2021, 14:13

Happy to see many horology enthusiasts on the forum. I follow quite a few watch channels on YouTube. Seems the most modded watch these days is the Casio Royal Oak (GA2100) apart from the evergreen SKX. Just have a look at the TGV video below and I am sure you would be drooling to get an AP homage (if I may call it) at a fraction of the cost. The best part is that the GA2100 costs almost the same in India as in Dubai and other countries. Planning to buy one for mods but with Alibaba.com under the govt radar, not sure where I can buy the mods from.

https://youtu.be/ggbqdDY7g3M

Lambro · 19th January 2021, 14:15

Am a sucker for all things Casio, got a new Seiko SKX Pepsi recently ... good to see likeminded folks here

fast&curious · 19th January 2021, 22:25

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Originally Posted by Lambro

Am a sucker for all things Casio, got a new Seiko SKX Pepsi recently ... good to see likeminded folks here

Hey Lambro, dig the Seiko Pepsi. I’ve been looking to get one for myself but I can only find the Seiko 5 Pepsi which doesn’t come with the Jubilee style strap. Does the SKX Pepsi come with this strap you have in the pic or is it a mod? Also where can I buy it in India?

kamilharis · 20th January 2021, 00:12

Sharing an old purchase.
Scuderia Ferrari purchased on Dec 2019. Model No. : 840005

Pictures clicked on 19-Jan-2020 , held up pretty well despite my usage being on the rougher side.

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arindambasu13 · 20th January 2021, 13:07

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Originally Posted by fast&curious

Hey Lambro, dig the Seiko Pepsi. I’ve been looking to get one for myself but I can only find the Seiko 5 Pepsi which doesn’t come with the Jubilee style strap. Does the SKX Pepsi come with this strap you have in the pic or is it a mod? Also where can I buy it in India?

Highly doubt that you can get the SKX in India. Your best bet would be to get it in the USA and have it carried down with someone. Even in the USA, it is not easy to get it now since I believe Seiko has stopped producing this altogether. Even if you manage to get hold of one, it is overpriced now and really not worth the asking price today.

A much better alternative would be to purchase a watch from the Islander series (check out www.longislandwatch.com) which is a series of watches based on the SKX series but produced in house by Marc Frankel of Long Island Watches in the USA. These can be considered SKX ++ models since they have a lot of improvements which the SKX series sorely lacked, including better movements, bracelets, crystals, bezels etc. Overall, these Islander series watches are fantastic buys for the money. If you can get someone to carry it down from the USA for you, nothing like it.

kamilharis · 20th January 2021, 15:24

Just out of curiosity, picked up a Casio Retro Digital Watch (Model: A159WA-N1DF) for a throwaway price. Looks nice!

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K a s h BHPian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: India Posts: 196 Thanked: 947 Times View My Garage	Re: Which watch do you own? Got the HMT INOX IXGL 11 in Maroon color Attached Thumbnails
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Singh101 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Ahmedabad Posts: 103 Thanked: 1,126 Times	Re: Modifying my wristwatch! Ah, fellow watch enthusiasts on a car forum. Why oh why am I not surprised? Not particularly into modding my watches (this is the first I've heard of it really), but I am fond of watches. Smartphones may have replaced them for a lot of people but as far as I'm concerned, a good wristwatch remains a must have accessory in a gentleman's suite. Being a sailor, I need my watch to be as tough as my working conditions hence, no surprise, a Casio G-Shock Mudman G-9300. It's got solar charging, works perfectly and I won't be surprised if it outlasts me. The other watch I own reserved for "special" occasions is an HMT Pilot which used to belong to my grandfather, then my father, my elder brother after him and now myself. I've only polished it and had it's worn-out strap replaced by my nearby Titan showroom- I believe the classy black leather with white stitching suits it just right. I wind it, set the time and wear it with immense pride, often too, I must say. Last edited by Singh101 : 19th January 2021 at 13:26. Reason: Grammar.
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Lambro BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 56 Thanked: 115 Times	Re: Modifying my wristwatch! Am a sucker for all things Casio, got a new Seiko SKX Pepsi recently ... good to see likeminded folks here Attached Thumbnails
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kamilharis BHPian Join Date: May 2020 Location: Saudi/Kerala Posts: 661 Thanked: 2,360 Times View My Garage	Re: Which watch do you own? Sharing an old purchase. Scuderia Ferrari purchased on Dec 2019. Model No. : 840005 Pictures clicked on 19-Jan-2020 , held up pretty well despite my usage being on the rougher side. Last edited by kamilharis : 20th January 2021 at 00:16.
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kamilharis BHPian Join Date: May 2020 Location: Saudi/Kerala Posts: 661 Thanked: 2,360 Times View My Garage	Re: Which watch do you own? Just out of curiosity, picked up a Casio Retro Digital Watch (Model: A159WA-N1DF) for a throwaway price. Looks nice!
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