Club Obi Wan

Well thanks to you folks, I decided to get my 1940's era Gruen Precision Automatic refurbished. And no, I don't have it back yet to post any pictures.

But if you're looking for simple, elegant, and swiss movments check out the watches from www.christopherward.co.uk

I may spring for an automatic when my tax rebate comes in.


Peace.

Ah-ha! From the fine jewelry section of the Kingdom of S. Walton.

A steal at just a mere $38...I bought two...That one and another style. Hadn't bought a watch in so long it was totally a guilty pleasure...and I'm going back for MORE! I just can't help myself....

I can hear it now..."Why would you spend hundreds of dollars on one of these expensive watches when you can get quality timekeeping for just pennies a day...?"

Congrats on the watch PyramidBlaster. It is very Indy. I've been looking into a new watch myself...well new as in new for me. I'm looking for a WWII era Bulova Hack watch, I believe its the model a-11. They are around but generally sell for about $200. I'm not sure I can lay that down now since I am waiting to see what happens with the Factory ABs. But I want to get it soon.

Dave

Yeah, it's cheap...But I'm saving up for a Breitling!!!

Yes, I'm one of those people who like their complications...But as for expensive watches, "There can be only one," for me, at least...A Breitling Navitimer with Roleaux band...MMMM...Tasty...

Also quite fond of the old Russian cosmonaut watches...I remember when they were going for $300 back in the 80's...Try finding that now!

I have nothing against the complexity of Breitlings, just prefer the simplicity of an Omega. Breitling does make nice watches. I really like their SuperOcean, that is a beautiful watch. Nothing wrong with a Navitimer though

Dave

Indy being Indy, might prefer something like this in the field, but with a leather strap:



It can be found here:

http://www.uscav.com/Productinfo.aspx?productid=9981&TabID=1&CatID=102

and at $12.99 you could buy a bucket of them if needed.

PyramidBlaster wrote:Also quite fond of the old Russian cosmonaut watches...I remember when they were going for $300 back in the 80's...Try finding that now!

Do you mean these watches?



http://www.icbm.com/watches-russian-poljot.htm

Yeah...That's cool! Guess they're available again...I was looking more at the 'Shturmanskie' model, but...For some reason, there was a long time when these things were priced through the roof!!!

I find Poljot's designs to be quite fetching....As long as they're not too overpriced....

Thanks again!

Panama Tom Jr. wrote:The only thing about it is that you've got to be careful not to bump the buttons

You are absolutely right! The watch is beautiful but I keep bumping the buttons somehow. I haven't figured out how. But it's annoying!

Dean

Haven't had a Bulova since my old one, which was my first real watch, died a few years ago. Picked up this beauty at the other branch of the Kingdom of S. Walton for only $63. It's a big Panerai looking thing and I looked at it for a couple of weeks because I wasn't sure of the large size but I love it.



I put a Bond Nato style strap on it and it works well for me.

Thats a mighty fine Bulova. Post some picks with the NATO strap on if you can.

Dave

I had a Poljot once, it was rubbish. Kept horrible time, the glass cracked, and the crown fell off after a month. Looked pretty cool, though.

I had a Poljot once, it was rubbish. Kept horrible time, the glass cracked, and the crown fell off after a month. Looked pretty cool, though.

...Thus the "As long as they're not overpriced" comment...They're cool, but they're not THAT cool...They were WAY too expensive for a long time...And they're still a little high, but better than before, at least...

Here's a couple of pics of my Bulova. I used to be a little leary of wearing a large watch because of thin wrists plus I had the end of my ulna removed(giant cell tumor of bone). Finally I just said to heck with it and just decided to get what I want.



And on top of the sought after Casino Royale Madagascar shirt fabric. Goes good with the Bond Nato strap.

Watch looks great. I may pick one up myself. I'd probably leave the original strap though. I really like the look of that Bulova. Might be my favorite Bulova yet (after the WWII hack, of course). What is the model number?

Dave

I finally got my Elgin pocketwatch back from being serviced and having a new crystal put in and it looks great! Runs like a top! What do you guys think?

Wow! That is in amazing condition. Glad to hear you have it back. Enjoy it.

Dave

DR Ulloa wrote:Watch looks great. I may pick one up myself. I'd probably leave the original strap though. I really like the look of that Bulova. Might be my favorite Bulova yet (after the WWII hack, of course). What is the model number?

Dave

Yeah, I don't mind the leather band but the nylon is much easier to keep clean.

The Bulova model number is 96g38 and the Sam's item number is 781742.

Thanks Kittlemeier.

Dave

Thanks DR Ulloa! I had it in a drawer for years and this thread made me realize it was part of my familys history that I needed to get in good working order and plus it is really neat to carry a watch that my great uncle carried. I got a ton of compliments on it at work last night also!

PM me the serial number off the moment and I can get you the info on it's manufacture.

Regards! Michaelson

Bulova Men's Commemorative WWII Hack Watch

Ordered one of these on Friday and it should be in on Tuesday! This watch is really sweet! The link below the description is to Bluenile.com who has the watch on sale right now for $90 which is $60 less than the list price, plus they have free 2 day Fedex shipping! Can't beat that with a stick! Lol!



In a special limited-edition, Bulova recreates the classic hack watch used by U.S. forces during WWII. A rugged fabric strap is combined with stainless steel construction for a look that is perfect for everyday wear. Features include luminous hands and markers, Swiss movement, and water resistance of 100 feet.

http://www.bluenile.com/product_details ... ZS80807100

PyramidBlaster wrote:

Ah-ha! From the fine jewelry section of the Kingdom of S. Walton.

A steal at just a mere $38...I bought two...That one and another style. Hadn't bought a watch in so long it was totally a guilty pleasure...and I'm going back for MORE! I just can't help myself....

I can hear it now..."Why would you spend hundreds of dollars on one of these expensive watches when you can get quality timekeeping for just pennies a day...?"

Well, my watch became a paperweight today so it looks like I'm in the market for a new watch after all.

I found some watches from Stowa that has looks that fit the era. These are German watches however, wonder if Indy would've wanted that?

http://www.german-watches.com/cgi-bin/l ... 21899-1089

They definately have a rugged elegance about them, like the old Bulovas. Might be worth looking at seriously. Great find, digisane.

Dave

Kittlemeier wrote:Haven't had a Bulova since my old one, which was my first real watch, died a few years ago. Picked up this beauty at the other branch of the Kingdom of S. Walton for only $63. It's a big Panerai looking thing and I looked at it for a couple of weeks because I wasn't sure of the large size but I love it.



I put a Bond Nato style strap on it and it works well for me.

Does the other branch of the Kingdom of S. Walton refer to the wholesale buyers club [$@m'$ Club] with the folks who do everything but frisk you as you leave with your items?

PyramidBlaster wrote:Anywhere they sell fine men's watches, like *Cough* Wal-Mart *Cough*...

Hey, we must be in an elitist club, my latest watch came from that same emporium! I was itching for a halfway decent watch and went out yesteday to get one, figured Timex was good for the time being. [No pun intended.]

Trying to figure out what "real" watch to save for, any ideas? Not something overly expensive, just a nice good watch for everyday wear.

Randy

p.s way to dig up a dated thread huh?

Yeah! Good job finding this old thread. My suggestion, if you don't want to spend more than a grand on a watch is to go with Tissot. They are owned by the Swatch Group and is the sister company to the likes of Omega and Longines. There are other options though. You can go with Bulova, which is a fine watch, or Citizen. I have a Citizen Calibre 8700 that I simply love. Their Eco-Drive movement is very accurate. My latest watch is a Nautica watch that my fiance gave me for my birthday and it too is a beautiful watch and has become my defualt sports watch. Fossil also makes some good watches and their automatic movements are fairly accurate.

Dave

Theinterchange, for something a little different and something that looks much nicer than the money spent on it, check out Orient watches. They are a lesser known Japanese maker that specializes in mechanical/autowind watches. They are partially owned by Seiko but have an identity all their own and few people outside the dedicated watch community know of them. I never fail to get comments about my two. You can check them out at www.longislandwatches.com. But if you want a quartz watch, I agree with the Dr that Citizen eco-drives are hard to beat (I have two). For fun and info go check out the Poor Man's Watch Forum (www.pmwf.com), they focus on watches that are less than a grand.


Peace.

Eco-Drive is not quartz, it is its own type of movement. It doesn't work off battery like a quartz watch or off a winding mechanism like an automatic or mechanical watch. It works off of solar energy. The dial is a small solar panel. I think one full charge lasts 180 days. I've never had the watch stop on me.

Dave

I forgot, my dad had a friend give him a Bulova. Dad offered to give it to me, but I didn't care for the gold/silver finish. How can you tell what model the watch is? He may want to sell it or something, and I'm trying to research it for him.

Randy

maybe Indy doesn't wear a watch b/c since he's an archeologist then he can tell the time by where the sun is, since they are always out in the sun... plus wouldn't his classroom have one of those old fashion school clocks? So in theory he really does not need a watch.

just a different spin

theinterchange wrote:I forgot, my dad had a friend give him a Bulova. Dad offered to give it to me, but I didn't care for the gold/silver finish. How can you tell what model the watch is? He may want to sell it or something, and I'm trying to research it for him.

Randy

The model number should be on the case-back. Bulova's don't really have a high re-sale value. You are better off keeping the watch. tutone watches are great and very classy. I have a tutone Omega Seamaster that I love, but, to each his own. Unless its on older Bulova with an automatic or mechanical movement, don't bother selling. Keep it; they are good watches.

Dave

Thanks Dave! Yeah, I wasn't sure it had a big re-sale value. It's a nice watch, just looks a little odd on my wrist is all. It also has to do with I prefer silver to gold with my skin tone. [gold washes me out for some reason.]


Randy

The model number should be on the case-back.

They are? I've never seen one like that, and I've owned a LOT of Bulova's in the past..

The only ones I've seen are Accutrons, and it's the manufacture date coded in the serial number on a case back, but no actual model number.

Regards! Michaelson

theinterchange wrote:I forgot, my dad had a friend give him a Bulova. Dad offered to give it to me, but I didn't care for the gold/silver finish. How can you tell what model the watch is? He may want to sell it or something, and I'm trying to research it for him.

Randy

You could ask Michaelson to look at a picture of it. He would probably know what it is or find out in a very short time: he realy knows watches.

Regards, Geert

gwyddion wrote:

theinterchange wrote:I forgot, my dad had a friend give him a Bulova. Dad offered to give it to me, but I didn't care for the gold/silver finish. How can you tell what model the watch is? He may want to sell it or something, and I'm trying to research it for him.

Randy

You could ask Michaelson to look at a picture of it. He would probably know what it is or find out in a very short time: he realy knows watches.

Regards, Geert

I'll have to do that. Need to get a decent photo of it.

R

Michaelson wrote:

The model number should be on the case-back.

They are? I've never seen one like that, and I've owned a LOT of Bulova's in the past..

The only ones I've seen are Accutrons, and it's the manufacture date coded in the serial number on a case back, but no actual model number.

Regards! Michaelson

Youre right, Mark. I just checked my father's Bulova and it doesn't have the model number on the case-back. Your best bet then, Randy, is to just play off the model. There should be some script on the dial identifying the model.

Dave

PM a photo of the dial side of the watch, if you want. I'll see if I can find a comparable modle in my Shugarts.

Regards! Michaelson

Just send me the watch.

binkmeisterRick wrote:Just send me the watch.

I thought you were more of a wallets person..... ;-)

Regards, Geert

I like 'em both.

binkmeisterRick wrote:Just send me the watch.

I don't know.. but this seems appropriate for this comment..

Randy

P.S here's my latest Kingdom of S Walton watch..http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3122/288 ... 00a7f2.jpg