[Jeroen]

Update on my wife’s Longiness. So I contacted Longiness Europe mid February about my wife’s watch again. Again it was running slow. Remember, they replaced the movement and just about everything else only a year ago. And it had been back for repairs twice before that. So this was going to be the fourth repair in just as many years.

Came back last week. Again a new movement and lots of other parts replaced again. All under warrantee / no cost to us at all. Which is excellent service of course. Still, you would not expect to have to return a watch like this just about every year.

So fingers crossed how long it will last. The only thing they have not replaced by now is the actual case!

[joe1980]

Originally Posted by Jeroen

Update on my wife’s Longiness. So I contacted Longiness Europe mid February about my wife’s watch again. Again it was running slow.

Isn't the problem of running slow or fast just because of some magnetic effect on the moving parts? I have been noticing my NOMOS is loosing roughly 30 seconds in a day. I had it reset to the accurate seconds today morning and decided to observe it over the next couple of days! Very strange to me!

[Jeroen]

Originally Posted by joe1980

Isn't the problem of running slow or fast just because of some magnetic effect on the moving parts? !

A watch should run within a certain accuracy. 15-20 minutes slow per day is without a doubt way of and much more than any effects from magnetism.

Magnetic effect are a known problem area, but then again, during normal wear of a watch how often does one come into contact with powerful magnets?

Some jewellers claim the security gates at airports are bad for watches. But if that was the case, none of my watches should be working accurately anymore. I pass through those gates several times a week and have been doing so for decades. Never a problem.

Jeroen

[joe1980]

Originally Posted by Jeroen

A watch should run within a certain accuracy. 15-20 minutes slow per day is without a doubt way of and much more than any effects from magnetism.

Magnetic effect are a known problem area, but then again, during normal wear of a watch how often does one come into contact with powerful magnets?

Some jewellers claim the security gates at airports are bad for watches. But if that was the case, none of my watches should be working accurately anymore. I pass through those gates several times a week and have been doing so for decades. Never a problem.

Jeroen

Ok! I was unaware that you are experiencing 15 to 20 minutes deviation. Now this is totally unacceptable! Longines should better give you a replacement if it still under 2 years, given the fact that they already repaired it, but the problem still persists!

[nirvanaguy19]

I was in Japan last week and the sheer amount of choices in watches is mind boggling. As my heart was set on the Grand Seiko, I finally picked up the SBGV225. The Grand Seiko quartz movement (9F) is supposed to be amazing. As far as the watch itself, the polish and the sunburst dial (blue) is like a piece of art.

[arindambasu13]

Originally Posted by nirvanaguy19

I was in Japan last week and the sheer amount of choices in watches is mind boggling. As my heart was set on the Grand Seiko, I finally picked up the SBGV225. The Grand Seiko quartz movement (9F) is supposed to be amazing. As far as the watch itself, the polish and the sunburst dial (blue) is like a piece of art.

Congrats, the blue dial on the GS SBGV225 is absolutely stunning. Can you post some pics of it? Did you pick it up new, or used? How much did it cost you?

Is it a sub-40 mm dial?

[voldemort]

Originally Posted by Jeroen

Still, you would not expect to have to return a watch like this just about every year.

So fingers crossed how long it will last.

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Sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. I wonder if the quality of the brand has deteriorated, or if your watch just happens to be a lemon.

My dad has a Longines Evidenza automatic and it has been running like, well, clockwork for over a decade now. Other than the winding required after not using it for a few days, of course.

Speaking of which, he does not use the watch daily.

[BoneCollector]

I do like watches but prefer a digital one, not a fan of analogue ones. My favorite has been Casio. I've also used HMT ASTRA when it was launched. I've been a proud owner of a Casio ProTrek for last over 4 years, been using it daily.


Yesterday one of the pins in it's strap broke. So I had to fall back on my Casio F-91W which is over 6 years old and was literally left untouched since ProTrek came. Surprisingly, the watch is still good, and working.



Now an itch is there to look for another watch and was just browsing across Casio products when I came across it's ProTrek smart watch https://www.casioindiashop.com/Watch...oor-Watch.html.
Has anyone used it or using it right now? Can I get some honest feedback?

[HyperRetard]

I have this (somewhat rare) Mechanical Hand-Wound HMT Janata with Arabic numerals. I find it a little small and feminine for my large wrists, and was thinking of getting it converted into a quartz, and gifting it to a female friend of mine.

The power reserve's pretty decent, but today's generation doesn't appreciate the old world charm of winding your watch in the morning.

Any leads as to who would be able to do the conversion properly?

Edit: I'm based in Delhi NCR

[ruzbehxyz]

Originally Posted by BoneCollector

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Yesterday one of the pins in it's strap broke.

I am having exactly the same watch. Love it. Used it for 3 years and then suddenly the strap from the joint of the main body came off. And surprisingly there is only one authorized Casio service center in Mumbai and its located in Dadar. Will take it there soon for strap renewal.

Years before the Pro trek series was released by Casio, I had the Casio Forester and faced the same strap issue, 2 years after usage.

[ani_meher]

Originally Posted by HyperRetard

I have this (somewhat rare) Mechanical Hand-Wound HMT Janata with Arabic numerals. I find it a little small and feminine for my large wrists, and was thinking of getting it converted into a quartz, and gifting it to a female friend of mine.

The power reserve's pretty decent, but today's generation doesn't appreciate the old world charm of winding your watch in the morning.

Any leads as to who would be able to do the conversion properly?

Edit: I'm based in Delhi NCR

Don't do it!! Such non- English Janata have their own charms, and someone who can't appreciate the beauty of a mechanical movement frankly is undeserving of such art. I have been searching for such piece for long :(

Give her a fastrack or any such quartz watch that will cost around 500-800. Don't butcher the Janata! Give it to someone who can appreciate what it is.

[asingh1977]

Originally Posted by HyperRetard

I have this (somewhat rare) Mechanical Hand-Wound HMT Janata with Arabic numerals. I find it a little small and feminine for my large wrists, and was thinking of getting it converted into a quartz, and gifting it to a female friend of mine.

The power reserve's pretty decent, but today's generation doesn't appreciate the old world charm of winding your watch in the morning.

Any leads as to who would be able to do the conversion properly?

Edit: I'm based in Delhi NCR

That is a lovely watch. Rare now, since the factories shut down. I would buy it from you NOW! Please do not alter it. Wind it once in 5-6 weeks to keep the mainspring barrel running. It is a keeper—for life!

[sharktale]

I was recently gifted this Maserati watch ( made by Morellato ) by my father's boss, for clearing CA. Wear this for special occasions now.



I was eyeing something in this design, but till now only Hublot had caught my attention. That was way way above my pay-grade for now.

My daily driver is a Kenneth Cole Reaction, working superbly for 10 years, modded with a Aliexpress silicone belt.

[swiftdiesel]

It’s a smartwatch so not sure if it fits this thread but I just got my Amazfit Verge delivered. I’ve shared why I chose this watch here . (The Fitness Band / Smartwatch Thread)

Really happy with it. Sharing a quick pic:

[amansanc]

Until now, I have only lusted after nice time pieces and have read about a few in this thread. But now is the time to pick one up. The budget I have earmarked for my first premium watch is close to €1200 (Rs. 1 lakh). I would request some advise on the below points:
1) Which movement to consider in this price range? I am leaning towards an automatic movement since I haven´t had a watch with one yet and it intrigues me.
2) Which brands to look out for? Currently, I am considering Longines, Hamilton and even Rado.
3) Any specific watches to consider? I am open to leather strap and metal strap, not rubber. I am also open to considering an understated design or a sporty one depending on what catches the fancy.

Looking for some help from fellow members here.

Thanks,
Aman