The (Less intimidating) Watch Thread

Anesthetist

@matt Congrats on the SpeedTimer, it is a lovely watch.
@Cole for what Omega costs they damn better be as perfect as a mass produced watch can be! If the Willard were mine I would wear it a love it.

WhiskeySandwich

This is my “fancy” Orient. Not sure why I don’t wear it as much as my other, maybe because the Ray II is already scratched up.

Cole

I followed your advice, @Anesthetist.

Matt

Excellent.

Matt

Want sabi @Cole

Anesthetist

So happy you’re wearing it @Cole, it is a KILLER watch. My off center Mido agrees!

Matt

Finally figured out the day/date. Technically it should switch to Kanji at midnight for the am phase…

Cole

Wow, great buy. Looks cool.

Matt

Thanks @Cole It’s phenomenal condition and I’m really excited about it.

Mizmazzle

My Seiko Sarb 017 on natural cxl strap

Cole

Going into full Apokalypse Now mode, with a black waffle strap from Uncle Seiko / Uncle Straps. The straps wear very comfortable and, since you don't have two layers of fabric beneath your watch, a lot more compatible with shirt cuffs.

IrishHeart

@Cole that strap works really well.

Matt

Ok web sleuths… you’re on the case. Recently I was gifted some beautiful old Seiko 5s and I’ve been digging into their history. One in particular, the 1969 “no nickname” dive watch originally came with a super cool late 60’s style steel bracelet that for the life of me I can’t locate for sale anywhere. I’m posting some pics with the hopes that one of you will fare better. The model is the 6119-8140. The lug width is 19 mm and has a straight, as opposed to curved, pin bracket. Best of luck…