What Watch Do You Wear?

Save Medicare on 08/05/2016 - 22:17
Last edited 09/05/2016 - 10:00

Watches have a unique status as a Veblen good, and basically the only piece of jewellery that society will allow a man to wear.

Watches can be worn as a show of status or wealth, a show of fashion sense, or they can be worn to show the time.

As a community of dirty misers and professional bargain hunters I'm interested to know what watches we wear, and why?

Please state

  • Watches owned
  • Main watch
  • How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain?
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Occupation/Industry
  • (Income)
  • Additional thoughts

I think this will be very interesting to see.

Cheers friends.

General Discussion

Comments

  • Looking4Bargians on 09/05/2016 - 12:47

    Daily Use - Fossil

  • OzTightArse on 09/05/2016 - 13:07
    +10

    A very nice automatic Tag Heuer I bought from the Philippines for $30. Still works great after 11 years and will be inherited to my son. You don't really own a fake Tag, you merely look after it for the next generation.

    • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 13:23

      Hahaha this got me good

  • stqpdb on 09/05/2016 - 13:15
    +3

    Sports: Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50
    Diver: Seiko SKX007
    Dress: Need to get one!
    For fun: Poljot alarm (wearing this right now)

    26/M/Engineer/Medical

    • JimB on 09/05/2016 - 16:52

      I'm a fan of the moonwatch

  • Elppa8 on 09/05/2016 - 13:17
    +1

    Tissot Ballade III - Service award
    Tissot Seastar Sonorous - B'day gift 30 years ago
    Seiko 5 automatic - Favourite all mechanical and design
    Citizen Eco Drive - Just keeps going easy to read
    Raymond Weil - Best bargain ever $5

  • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 13:22
    +3

    Main watch
    Tissot T Tradition GMT
    also wear a Victorinox occasionally as a side hoe

    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain?
    about 500 aud from jomashop. not ozb

    Age
    18
    Gender
    mal
    Occupation/Industry
    student, but part time 100 per week lol worse than youthallowance
    Additional thoughts
    i swear, if i see you wearing an apple watch or a daniel wellington, i will personally, not do anything actually. i don't judge.

  • Steve K on 09/05/2016 - 13:23

    Garmin vivoactive, because it does the fitbit thing and also counts my laps for me when swimming. otherwise i wouldn't wear a watch at all.

  • Aceboy884 on 09/05/2016 - 13:24

    Daily: Omega Speedmaster Professional $7K
    Fishing/sports : Big fat G-Shock black $150
    Going out (Dont care if i scratch/lose it type): Georgio Armani $500

    But honestly, I check my iPhone for time, most of the time :)

    • shanakatak on 09/05/2016 - 21:50
      +2

      feel free to lose those $500 watches near me.

  • nerdycat on 09/05/2016 - 13:26
    +2

    Watches: Elite women's charm watch in silver, Elite watch silver blue came with a matching bracelet, another silver watch can't remember brand - I haven't worn any of these in the last 5 years so sitting at home in its box still

    Main watch: Apple Watch 42mm - been wearing since march

    $1029 - work funded

    29/F/IT

  • rm8 on 09/05/2016 - 13:32
    +2

    Formal - Tag Carrera - paid 2500 cash - walked into a jeweler's after a big win at the casino when I was 19 and just picked it out. retail was about 4500 I think at the time.

    Everyday - Black Komono ($100 from iconic), was just away for the weekend and bought a SS band Casio for $50. Been looking at a MVMT but for a 3rd of the price I went with the Casio.

    Would like to buy IWC Portuguese / Rolex Submariner / Panerai Luminor sometime in the future.. have planted the seed for GF as an engagement present if we do get engaged lol

    28/M/Buying and Marketing

    • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 13:34

      yes to the portugese. my god.
      that or a longines master collection

      hashtag disposableIncomeGoals

      • rm8 on 09/05/2016 - 13:46
        +1

        Yes. Chronograph, blue leather alligator strap.
        Longines master collection has also been on my list haha.

        • soulspawn on 09/05/2016 - 18:36

          cant go wrong with any three of those for a wedding present!

          Although my preference would be:
          Subby > PAM000 or PAM111 > IWC Portugese

          The subby is so versatile, while the lunminor is at the casual end of the scale and the portugese is at the dressier end.

    • lethalmoney on 11/05/2016 - 01:11

      I have an iwc porty… I love it, even if it is a fake. Would love to own an original..

      Maybe in 20 years!

      Good taste my man!

      • Lunatic on 11/05/2016 - 14:10

        Is it fake in the sense that its a fake IWC branded watch, or is it an lookalike done by another company?

        Either way…pictures?! :D

    • Ahan on 11/05/2016 - 06:22

      +1 for the Tag Carrera I own one too..

  • Cozza38 on 09/05/2016 - 13:47

    Huawei Watch, paid around $420 from OzBargain. I'm 24, Male and work in IT.

    The watch is nice, my first smart watch. I almost bought an LG G-Watch when it released but thankfully a mate bought one first and I didn't like it. Skipped the first Moto 360 due to poor reviews.

    The watch works well in my industry as I use my phone a lot. It let's my view and interact with my notifications whilst I'm in meetings. I don't use it for much else. Recharging it daily can be a little annoying.

  • MrBlank on 09/05/2016 - 13:53

    LG G Watch R
    Got it when it first hit the shelves, Ozbargain had 5% off JB store wide voucher. I then haggled with them to allow another voucher netting me over 10% off.
    - Early 20's Software Engineer

    Obligatory XKCD: https://xkcd.com/1420/

  • solidice on 09/05/2016 - 13:54
    +1

    Everyday, GMT Master 2 - Pepsi, SEL with lug holes.
    Formal, Submariner Ceramic.

  • deanylev on 09/05/2016 - 14:00

    Main: Pebble Time Steel Black with a Truffol Metal Strap. Paid $200 AUD on Amazon, it's a used model.

    Previously: Samsung Gear Live.

    I'm a 16 year old male student.

    My income is negative ;)

    I quite like the usefulness of a smartwatch in school. Well worth the price to me.

    • readyState on 10/05/2016 - 08:46

      I'm curious to know how it helps you at school? Wouldn't it be a distraction?

      • deanylev on 10/05/2016 - 15:18
        +1

        It allows me to view and interact with notifications without drawing attention to myself from teachers. We're not actually allowed to communicate with our parents during the day (unless it's for emergencies, in which case we have to use the school's phone), so the watch allows me to do this whenever I want.

        • readyState on 10/05/2016 - 15:49

          Thank you.
          The communication thing - is that specific to your school? I see a lot of high school kids in train with smartphones. Are they not allowed to use it during school hours? Or maybe its just within school premises.

        • deanylev on 10/05/2016 - 15:59
          +1

          @readyState: Not too sure. We're allowed to use our phones during school, even in class, we just can't contact our parents. Very strange rule.

        • smpantsonfire on 10/05/2016 - 22:52
          +1

          @deanylev:

          What the hell is that rule? So retarded

        • deanylev on 11/05/2016 - 07:40

          @smpantsonfire: It's absolute horse-shit.

  • Lucky13 on 09/05/2016 - 14:04
    +1

    Watches are so retro Ive got a phone

  • curryblender on 09/05/2016 - 14:18

    Got Diesel Dz7127 about 4yrs ago, Still going strong. Also wear wowyn band sometimes if Im not in mood of having a heavy wrist.

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 14:33
    +1

    Seiko SKX007 (happy)
    Seiko 5 (regretful purchase)
    Timex weekender (OK purchase)

    Citizen quartz chrono (gift)
    Dress watch: emporio Armani Quartz (gift)
    Citizen pro master digital (gift)

    26 years old. Medical.

    Looking to purchase "nicer" watches. I have a good disposal income but I find it hard mentally to come to terms with dropping multiple thousands on a watch

    My next watch will probably be a Junkers dress watch

    Thoroughly recommend the seiko skx007 as a great diver that doesn't break the bank

    • solidice on 09/05/2016 - 14:44
      +1

      If you opt for a "nicer" watch with a solid history you will never lose money. I have previously purchased watches, worn them for a few years, and resold them for more than what I paid.

      • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 17:02

        I live in Adelaide. The second hand market is dead here

        I honestly also would not know he difference between a real and a fake, so I would only purchase from a dealer

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 15:06

    G shock, duel display analog and digital display. Purchased for $120 from deals direct not a deal on OzB.

    Fitbit surge.
    Gift and loving it. Never realised how many km I'm walking until now.

    • smpantsonfire on 10/05/2016 - 22:53

      Too bad hte Surges are ugly as all hell.

      • [Deactivated] on 11/05/2016 - 05:25

        Ugly as all hell but still functional.

        I get call and text notification with vibration which is handy as I work in instrustrial sites and can't hear of feel the vibration from my phone most cases this helps out a lot.

        The screen is decent size to swipe through all the stats quickly.

  • dust on 09/05/2016 - 15:17
    +1

    I've also got a G-shock. Nice and sturdy and don't have to worry about it getting scratched, drowned etc.

  • bbourizk on 09/05/2016 - 15:37

    I have a genuine TAG and a fake (I think) Raymond Weil I purchased off ebay.

    Cost 4k for the tag about 14yrs ago and $300 for the other same time. I preffer the Raymond Weil, doesn't need batteries and looks great.

    Hardly wear either now as I work as a chef and nothing worse than a watch on your wrist.

  • tomcat83 on 09/05/2016 - 15:40

    I wear a withings activite, I got it about 10 days ago, it cost about 220 and was from good old dick Smith at 70% off during their closing down sale. I like it a lot, but no idea who would drop over 700 bucks for one.

  • Cleavage on 09/05/2016 - 16:35

    Seiko SKX007 + a William Jean's super oyster bracelet. Perfect of you only want one watch

  • ganymede on 09/05/2016 - 16:39
    +1

    Audemars Piguet ROOS Rose Gold

    • ganymede on 09/05/2016 - 16:40

      I kid! :P

  • antzz on 09/05/2016 - 16:39
    +2

    i wear chopard mille miglia daily and AP royal oak or JLC duometre for dress watch. have some other as collection/investment but rarely worn. Best buy usually can be found when visiting european city with Euro such as Frankfurt / Paris / Vienna. Never been a fan of rolex due to the sheer volume and number of people owning it, but can not argue the resale value of rolex is better than my collections.

  • YungDaggerDick on 09/05/2016 - 16:42

    Two watches, main watch is a T.W. Steel T35, the other is a Seiko 5 automatic 21 jewels, both were given to me, I'm 14 year old male.

  • lukey159 on 09/05/2016 - 16:53
    +1

    CASIO ProTrek watch, digital one, had it for ages and its lasted very well. Never take it off and its charged by the sun so no batteries I need to change win :)!

    If it dies I'll be thinking of getting another CASIO or a 'smartwatch' but as yet haven't made the step as this one is still working well and going tough.

  • JimB on 09/05/2016 - 17:00
    +3

    Watches owned - In order, Casio, Casio, Casio, Seiko, Swatch, Tag Heuer (gone), Montblanc Time Walker, Rolex GMT2 Ceramic (gone), Citizen Eco Drive, Rolex Submariner Ceramic
    Main watch - Rolex Submariner Ceramic
    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain? - Too much for the Rolex, but less than what would cost today due to price increase. Could have sold the GMT2 for a profit, but sold it to a colleague for what I paid. Citizen Eco Drive from OzBargain.
    Mid 30s male in finance.
    Additional thoughts - Don't buy mid tier brand watches if you aspire for something better, i.e. Rolex. Just get the Rolex you want, you'll save yourself money in the long run.

    • mini2 on 09/05/2016 - 19:05

      More like if you really want a Patek don't settle for a Rolex. Start saving and get on the wait list for some.

      • JimB on 09/05/2016 - 20:48

        Perhaps, but if you buy a Rolex, wear it for 5-10 years, you get to use the Rolex and can sell it for the same, if not more than what you paid for it.

        No watch brand has higher resale than Rolex Sport models, plus they are always in high demand new and used.

        No doubt that Pateks are better watches than Rolex, but you definitely pay for the privilege, furthermore Patek cut prices last year which angered some owners and collectors.

        Having said that, if I had the money, I'd get a Patek Nautilus.. maybe one day after the mortgage is paid off and the kids have finished school.

        • antzz on 10/05/2016 - 01:29

          investment wise, patek is a much better investment than rolex. less liquid but due to the limited nature of patek, in couple years time it should worth more than rolex percentage wise

        • JimB on 10/05/2016 - 13:02

          @antzz:

          I'm pretty sure a Stainless Steel Sports Rolex will hold it's value the similar or better than Patek overall.

          A gold Rolex, not so much.

          The price cut last year wouldn't help Patek's resale, nor a downturn in the economy.

          That's not to say I don't like Patek, but Rolex ainless Steel Sports model hold their value better than any other new watch today (limited edition models aside).

  • Praeto on 09/05/2016 - 17:22

    Watches owned: Citizen BM6921-58E, MTM Black Hawk, Suunto Core, Redux COURG and a dozen others that I don't wear often.
    Main watch: The CItizen or the Redux. I'm a fan of titanium.
    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain?: The Citizen watch was from an Ozbargain deal.

  • ThadtheChad on 09/05/2016 - 17:24
    +1

    Watches owned: Tissot T-touch 2 (~1k), Seiko Sportura Kinect (custom leather NATO; ~$700), Casio Gshock G-8900 (~$180), Orient Ray (Ozb; with custom NATO strap; ~USD120 with strap), Omega Seamaster Coax 300m Diver (~7.25k). A whole bunch of cheaper watches that I've collected over the years.

    Main watch: Alternate between the Seiko and Orient for day to day wear. Dress watch is the Omega.Gym and rough use is the Gshock.

    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain? Only Orient was from Ozb. About ~120USD including teh custom strap.

    Age: 25-35 bracket

    Gender: M
    Occupation/Industry: InfoSec
    (Income): <redacted>

    You do not need to buy fancy watches to be an aficionado. My absolutely favourite budget watch is the Orient. To think something so inexpensive has such excellent workmanship really impresses me.

    On the relatively higher side, the Omega is an absolute beauty. Having read extensively about the movements as well the assembly inside, a true marvel of engineering.

    For the chaps with the speedmasters, hope you're aware of the highly distinguished history of the Speedmaster. :) A timepiece that saved the lives of astronauts of Apollo 13.
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omega_Speedmaster#Apollo_progr…

  • Speckled Jim on 09/05/2016 - 17:53

    I have a few watches in various states of servicability.

    1984: Casio GD-8 Car Race

    1987: Swatch GK101 Techno Sphere <- "flamboyant"

    1991: Lorus V732 quartz (chipped glass)

    1994: "Mugen Power" digital from a skill tester. Needs a band and the wrist of a 12 year old.

    2003: Kabana quartz ($10 HK crap, still works)

    2010: Casio AQ-163 Edifice

    2012: Daybird 3536 mechanical (DX)

    2014: Weide WH1009 quartz (eBay)

    The last two in bold were inspired by OzB, and for around $20 these are my favourites.

  • ChickenTalon on 09/05/2016 - 18:10
    +3

    Longines Master something, I have no idea.

    The mrs bought it to help me look older, or at least look my age. I have a bit of a baby face. Yes, I get that it's pretty useless and redundant with my iPhone etc. Also don't find it comfortable lugging metal around my wrist and I only wear it when I have to and it's important to project the right image.

    Anyone who tells you image isn't important (I used to say that when I dressed like a bum) is being naive.

    • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 19:16

      MASTER COLLECTION (HEART FACE) (HEART FACE)

  • JMERC on 09/05/2016 - 18:35
    +1

    Watches owned: Nixon Time Teller P (All black, casual) $99, Armani Exchange AX2138 $200-400
    Main watch: Armani
    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain? It was a gift, probably $200-400, David Jones
    Age: 23
    Gender: M
    Occupation/Industry: Banking/Consulting, I'll just say somewhere between $60-90K
    (Income)
    Additional thoughts: I originally bought the Nixon watch as my first watch from General Pants. I really like it, very casual and I still wear it out. Wanted something a bit more dressy as I wear a suit to work everyday. Missus got me the Armani exchange watch. Not bad for a 'fashion watch'. Looking at getting another 'fashion watch' (Burberry?) and a proper swiss watch sometime in the future as I would wear it everyday with my suit.

  • Bargainkappa on 09/05/2016 - 18:42
    +1

    Casio protrek Prg130t. Best watch i have had. Solar charge on battery, not replaced in 5 years I've had it.

    Has compass, temp, altimeter, moon and tide.

    Useful if bushwalking as you can trek the altitude which makes it easy to collerate to mapd. Also great for surfing as you can see when low and high tide is.

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 19:17

    Titanium Citizen and G-Shock. Both from Ozbargain deals.

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 19:26

    Weekdays - Tissot Visodate $600
    Weekends - Oris Aquis $1600
    Gym / around the house - Casio Edifice $120 rubber strap
    Mid 30's in finance. All bought in shops. Next watch probably Oris big crown pro pilot with the green strap.

  • ribze1 on 09/05/2016 - 19:32

    Tag Heuer Aquaracer Automatic Chronograph with a blue dial.

    Was $3450 RRP and i paid $2600 about two years ago. Very happy with it, it's a beautiful watch.

  • captobvious on 09/05/2016 - 19:46

    I can read the sun like croc Dundee. Watch not required

  • aussieprepper on 09/05/2016 - 19:48

    Casio Protrek solar powered come in handy with the weather prediction for the works i do! also i can view altitude and temp and air pressure and compass you never know when you may need these features…

  • iwantmoney on 09/05/2016 - 19:49
    +4

    Watches owned: Seiko dress chronograph, Orient Symphony, Daniel Wellington, Casio, and my new holy grail - tag heuer carrerra calibre 5
    Main watch: Seiko dress chronograph
    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain? None of my watches are from ozb, seiko chrono ($380), Orient Symphony ($280), DW ($200), Casio ($30), TAG ($2800)
    Age: 21
    Gender: M
    Occupation/Industry: Public sector
    (Income): ~30k/year (I'm a full time uni student, part time employee)
    Additional thoughts: I guess for me personally, watches represent significant moments in my life. Received the seiko chrono as an 18th birthday gift which started my love and appreciation of watches. I received the TAG recently for my 21st. Orient Symphony I bought when I got my first 'real' job, etc. Hopefully someday when I have my own kids, I can pass on my watch collection so they too can appreciate what is arguably the greatest asset of all - time.

    • ThadtheChad on 09/05/2016 - 23:24

      Hopefully someday when I have my own kids, I can pass on my watch collection so they too can appreciate what is arguably the greatest asset of all - time.

      Beautifully said. :)

      All the best mate.

  • soza on 09/05/2016 - 20:19

    43 year old male
    Nurse 50-60K

    I like watches, have a collection of about 20. Nothing too expensive I think the most spent is about $100.
    More often than not its a heavily reduced item I find in sales over something I really want. Don't think I have anything via ozb…mostly Amazon US or UK, online surf shops or even CoTD

    wearing now-
    G Shock, it`s my day to day work watch, usually get 2-3 years out of one before the strap breaks or goes discoloured.

    working collection-
    got a nice Quicksilver tide watch
    A few nice Nixon watches (corporal and 2 X time tellers)
    Also own a Vestal and a fossil.
    The most expensive is a Tech40 traileader jet with its onboard accelerometer,barometer and thermometer.

    retired to a box under the bed-
    Volcom and billabong resin/plastics
    6 X G Shocks. vans watch and a timex expedition

  • dandandan on 09/05/2016 - 20:35
    +3

    Notice none of my brands have been mentioned yet. I work in the finance industry however have tried to be restrained compared to many others that are well paid in the industry.

    Baume & Mercier Capeland 10061. This is now my main everyday watch. I love the face and mechanical movement. The telemeter function is a bonus too!
    http://www.baume-et-mercier.com/en/capeland-10061.html the new Cobra version Capeland looks nice http://www.baume-et-mercier.com/en/capeland-10281.html

    Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz. The stainless steel works well with the rose gold. http://www.hamiltonwatch.com/collection/american-classic/jaz… the face to face Hamilton watch looks pretty cool. http://www.hamiltonwatch.com/collection/american-classic/jaz…

    Invicta 9937 Pro Diver Collection Coin-Edge Swiss Automatic Watch. This is my swimming and knockabout watch. Thought it would be cool to have a cheap Swiss movement mechanical. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AH3DCAA/ref=oh_aui_i_sh_po…

    I also have a couple of fakes/replicas that I don't really wear anymore as I know they are not the real deal;

    IWC Portuguese with white face and blue hands. I have had a lot of compliments on that watch http://www.jomashop.com/iwc-mens-watch-iw371446.html

    and

    Paneri Luminor GMT 1950 10 day power reserve GMT. http://www.panerai.com/en/collections/watch-collection/lumin…

    Both replicas would be nice to own one day. Along with the Loius Vuitton watch I saw a guy wearing on the plane a few weeks ago. I remembered I tried to acquire a fake version of this watch many years ago however could not obtain one. It the Louis Vuitton Tambour Regatta Navy http://au.louisvuitton.com/eng-au/products/tambour-regatta-n…

    • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 20:56
      -1

      notice none of my brands have been mentioned yet

      yeah because those watches belong to the (profanity) royalty, my god <3_<3
      BOYS AND GIRLS WE'VE GOT THE EPITOME OF WATCH COLLECTIONS HERE

      • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 20:57

        oh whoops, replicas
        uhhh, but that baume and hamilton is pretty sweet
        but good friends don't let their friends buy invicta

        • dandandan on 09/05/2016 - 21:10

          Yes the bottom two are the replicas! I know the Invicta story however I got the one with a genuine Swiss movement and I think it's not bad quality.

    • akastyl13 on 10/05/2016 - 09:41

      Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
      I have had a bookmark of that watch for about 12 months now; still waiting to purchase it !

    • abovethelimit on 10/05/2016 - 11:20

      B & M Capeland Cobra Red on Blue…love it in Rose gold case more than silver….OMG!! Homer Drools & Gurgle noise

  • andgucps on 09/05/2016 - 20:40

    Owned a Pulsar quartz chronograph, passed it on to fam when I received my current one a few weeks ago as a gift. Was ok but the second hand only moved when you use the stopwatch function which was disappointing.

    Rossini 8663 (An apparently high-end Chinese watch brand) automatic, for roughly $400AUD I'm told. Japanese miyota movement, sapphire crystal/stainless steel. Pretty happy with it, good worksmanship and open-heart design and keeps accurate time +-5s per day. I wish the dials and hands were glow-in-the-dark though, that's my only major criticism.

    Here's a picture of it for the curious because it's virtually unfindable online (cos China I presume).

    https://imgur.com/8mzaRG1

  • IceCreamBandit on 09/05/2016 - 20:49
    +1

    Watches owned

    4

    Main watch

    G-Shock 7510

    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain?

    Was a gift, and no

    Occupation/Industry

    PE Teacher

    Additional thoughts

    I love G-Shocks. Practical and low maintenance (don't have to worry about scratches or bumps). Owned my main watch (see above) for 10 years now and still works perfectly, it's been through all sorts of weather and rough treatment.

  • Pratty on 09/05/2016 - 20:55

    I love watches and have owned many over the years but current four I have are an Issey Miyake black, Emporio Armani silver, Ben Sherman brown leather and Tendence gold/black. :)

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 21:14
    +4

    I like to get paid when I participate in market research

  • Xoenz on 09/05/2016 - 21:19
    +1
    • Orient Ray (Blue) Automatic
    • Received as a gift
    • 18
    • Male
    • Student
  • algy on 09/05/2016 - 21:41

    Seiko SNZG15 on many different straps.

  • MrSammyMcG on 09/05/2016 - 21:59

    Male, low income, Original Pebble Smartwatch, cost me $89 at Dick Smith and for it from Ozbargain post. Bought original on December 1 2014. Works fine but had it replaced once in July. I also own an LG G Watch and before that used to use cheap analogy or sometimes digital watches from Crazy Clarks/ Reject Shop etc. Simple, battery life lasts a week, easy to use and perfectly visible in sunlight.

  • jellykingdom on 09/05/2016 - 22:34

    actually feeling a bit silly now, given that not many people seem to own many watches. Certainly less than i was expecting!

    I have about 30 watches in different types. Got a bit of mix of dress watches, casual watches, etc. Just sort of accumulated them over the years and have come to realise that there's a lot of garbage out there

    Got a couple Georg Jensen chronographs, couple Maurice Lacroix dress watches, half dozen 1950-60s Omega Seamaster Devilles in different styles (dress watch, much slimmer than a regular Seamaster to suit my smaller build), two Girard Perrigeauxs, a few Timex Weekenders and wind ups, handful of Favre Leuba old school wind up watches, casual Hugo Boss, 21st birthday present Certina dress watch, and half dozen antique pocket watches. The main watch is probably the Hugo Boss - there's just something about it that I like and it was only a $100 buy

    Not a big Rolex, Tag, or James Bond-style Omegas but people (like me!) instinctively assume they're fakes, even if they aren't. Last two blokes I have seen wearing Rolex's - one is a friend of mine who told me it was a fake, and the other guy was at the back of a Jetstar flight and had a 1st gen iPhone………..you tell me if it was real or not

    I have a little kit from ebay as well to change the straps, batteries etc and have a bunch of spare straps. I have customized most of the watches with my own choice of leather or NATO or canvas straps. And i built a neat little cabinet to house them all

    Male, 30, engineer

    I don't actually wear any of them to work tbh since i don't want to scratch them on my desk and i definitely won't wear on site. But will always bust them out after work, on the weekend, or for an event. Depends what event I'm going to - i learnt the hard way not to wear the Omegas to fancy events with open bar. First night i had worn it and i dinged the bloody glass after too many drinks

    • evie on 10/05/2016 - 14:16

      because watches are expensive,that's why a lot of people cannot have a dozen PP or VC. dont be disappointing

    • Save Medicare on 10/05/2016 - 19:30

      What did you think of your friend when he told you his watch was a fake? And given your collection I assume you're in petroleum or mining?

      • jellykingdom on 13/05/2016 - 09:46

        No problem with him wearing a fake watch. It looks nice, and not everyone automatically assumes its fake like I do haha. It was an expensive good quality fake too (if there is such a thing) so it definitely gives a certain sense of quality

        Project engineering actually. My watches aren't crazy expensive - i'm not buying $2k Omegas and so forth, and I have been collecting for the last 10 years. That is why I bought a few Favre Leuba's because they are all cool retro timepieces but only cost about $90 to buy. Customise with a cool strap and you've got a really eyecatching
        https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xap1/t51.2885-15/s…
        This isn't my watch, but I have one that is almost done up the same

  • saddybedangdang on 09/05/2016 - 22:37
    +2

    I'm 22 and saved up for a Junkers 6950-5 (http://www.pointtec.de/junkers/6960-5/). I didn't originally intend to buy this watch but when I saw it in person it had a really nice look to it. Cost me 440 euro and seemed to have great reviews. I wear it everyday to work and switch the band to a khaki NATO band for casual wear.

    • ThadtheChad on 09/05/2016 - 23:28

      Looks stunning, guessing it looks even more amazing with a khaki NATO. Did you import it?

      • saddybedangdang on 10/05/2016 - 22:02
        +1

        Thanks mate, I saw the quartz version at an airport on the way home from Berlin and thoroughly researched for an automatic one when I got back. Delivery was 40 euro which was steep but I'm glad I didn't have to pay any VAT or customs tax.

  • nimnomnimy on 09/05/2016 - 23:38
    +2

    Watches owned - Apple Watch, mostly Hugo boss and a couple of tags
    Main watch - Apple Watch
    How much did you pay and was it from ozb? Full retail, Apple Store.
    Age - 30
    Gender - male
    Occupation/Industry - Sales

    Additional thoughts - Apple watch is the best if you have a lot of meetings during the week and it will save you phone battery because it'll stay in your pocket much longer. Maps on it is amazing

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 23:49

    Mid 30s male accountant
    Office: Frederique Constant Classic Index FC-303SN5B6 (about $1.1k)
    Weekend: Oris Aquis Date (about $1.6k)

    Watches I want
    Cheapie: Timex Weekender w/ NATO strap
    Middle: Orient Star SDA02002B (open heart with power reserve)
    Expensive: Omega Aqua Terra Co-Axial

  • k on 09/05/2016 - 23:59
    +1

    20
    M
    Construction/full-time uni student

    Daily driver: Seiko SKX007 on an oyster bracelet
    Dress/office: Seiko SARB033
    Casual: Timex Weekender on leather NATO

    Seikos bought second hand from various watch forums. Weekender purchased from Amazon.

    Looking to pick up a Omega Seamaster and hopefully a Speedmaster in a couple of years.

    • Sleeken on 10/05/2016 - 21:16

      Nice to see someone mention the SARB, stunning watches for the price

    • Tidy on 10/05/2016 - 23:56

      Are you Australian? What watch forums are there for Australians?

      • k on 11/05/2016 - 10:01

        Yes.

        There's a strong Australian following on watchuseek.

        I got the SKX007 on a computer forum surprisingly.

  • tako on 10/05/2016 - 00:14

    Seiko orange monster.

  • savy2020 on 10/05/2016 - 01:31
    +1

    LG G Watch
    Got it for US$100 18 months ago in Black Friday sale.
    22, Male. IT-ish.
    Additional thoughts: Maybe it's time for an upgrade. It has served me well. I use it for directions when riding and for notifications. It is very efficient in helping me consume lots of notifications.

    Also, a Fitbit Charge HR. Not technically a watch. Got it for A$120 1 year ago from Dick Smith (via Ozb)

  • tohara on 10/05/2016 - 08:28
    +2

    My current favourite and daily - Nomos Orion Datum 38mm such a beautiful watch and can be worn up or down ($2200)
    Omega Speedmaster professional 3750 ($2750)
    Omega Seamaster (older quartz model) blue face ($1300)
    Frederique Constant Slimline ($550)
    Swatch sistem 51 ($90)
    I'm a 25yr old male and an accountant. I also own a truck load of watch bands both leather and canvas, I love changing the bands because its like having a new watch
    Also wear a fitbit charge HR daily

    • Speckled Jim on 10/05/2016 - 09:59

      both leather and canvas

      What, no silicone?
      I have a bunch of these silicone bands with clasp, not buckle.
      Nearly 4 years on the Daybird, still like new.

    • Penalty boxer on 11/05/2016 - 10:06

      Great collection - I would've bought up a similar set-up except I am now too poor

    • [Deactivated] on 11/05/2016 - 15:25

      Finally, another Nomos owner. You must have got yours pretty early to get it at that price.

      I've got the Nomos Orion too. I am a very practical person (I bought it for multiple reasons) so it will be the only watch i've got for quite awhile.

      • tohara on 12/05/2016 - 11:38
        +1

        I absolute adore my nomos, such a classy watch. The blue hands and gold indices really pop nicely. Only issue is no lume but that's not a big deal. No one has ever recognised it which is good and bad. I feel like they should be more popular than they are because they're a fantastic watch.

        I bought in 2013 in Amsterdam. I got a great deal and the exchange rate was fairly good at that point plus I got lucky. The store owner did me a favour and didn't charge me any tax, he told me to take it to the normal place at the airport and they would process it and he would get the tax back. I did as I was told and the airport said 'that's not a thing' so I carried on my merry way.

        When I got back to Aus the glass cover actually came off. One day I put the watch on and it simply popped off. There was no damage or anything. I contacted Nomos directly and they repaired it free of charge under warranty and paid for express post to and from Germany. The customer support was outstanding I even got a Nomos branded Moleskin.

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