On the subject of divers.. I got this annoying itch that may require scratching sooner or later.

What I really really wanted is a 1960's Seamaster 300 but figured that it won't be practical .. even the "NOS" ones.

Alternatively... a CWC Royal Navy diver seems to fit the bill (tritium (really?) and fixed lug bars ) but didn't like the "quartz" marking on the dial and the fact that can only get it new via Silverman in London.



Then came across this Kronos sterile "homage" (also read up about it at the above blog). I like the look and its cheap at ~RM300. What do you guys think?

http://www.horologycrazy.com/2009/10/krono...m-military.html



ps: the kronos is not real tritium despite the marking.

pics borrowed from the internet.

This post has been edited by sniper on the roof: Nov 27 2012, 01:19 PM

Dunno, something not quite right about the 2254's bezel. Why oh why Omega couldn't stick to one design language and evolve from there.

Rolex lume not as power as Omega or Seiko for that matter.

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Added on November 27, 2012, 2:49 pmI think all the newer models are Listerine blue

My wife's oyster perpetual ladies is even blue + green

This post has been edited by sniper on the roof: Nov 27 2012, 02:49 PM

Already emailed silverman awaiting their reply.

ps: circled L does look really out of place though.

I didn't register but from what I read, current UK MoD issue watches are just standard off the shelf models with engraving on the caseback.

Did came across this though.. have to download the doc file.

http://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/wrist_watches

Congrats to Ardiv...

With no intention to derail the current topic but just came across this that I wanna share. Omega 2254 with PO parts ... looks sweet doesn't it?


Custom Omega Seamaster / TWB IWC Kevlar by Malenkov in Exile, on Flickr

http://www.flickr.com/photos/shanelin/sets...ith/5597800282/

Looks nice for the money. I don't think can get anything else with sapphire crystal for $430 less discount.

AW0015-08E
Also comes in silver AW0010

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Added on November 29, 2012, 9:34 amThere's no seconds hand so can't tell if it's quartz or mechanical anyway.

This post has been edited by sniper on the roof: Nov 29 2012, 09:34 AM

The next best thing I can think of is the Tissot Visodate.
ETA 2836-2 inside though its a little more jazzy.

Wear it in good health

So fast?

You sir is an inspiration... I'll start menabung $1 a day from now.

Live and Let Die watches....

007's Hamilton Pulsar LED temporary watch while waiting for Q branch to fix his magnetic Sub



5513 that doubles as a cutting tool and magnetic zip opener.

Its not anywhere near the top in terms of life priorities right now but one fine day...

Actually come to think of it... Every brand also increase like hell these days.
Even vintages

Looks like China watch to me.

Tell-tale signs

- faux "tourbillon" escapement cutout on the dial.
- kok story on the brand
- seriously trying too hard with the European names.
- the website as a whole

Final definitive sign... they have a skeleton

http://www.andre-belfort.com/zoom/Zoom_AB_5610_gold.png

For automatics, cheapest is Orient @ USD108

http://www.creationwatches.com/products/or...watch-3187.html

Citizen mainly do eco-drives and complicated looking watches while Seiko nicer dress watch are usually more than RM600.

I'm with Yonggoh on this.

Definition of "classic" : a particular style, something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality

Instead of getting a watch for the occassion... and some other watches when the occasion occurs, why not get something timeless that you can wear 10 years or more down the road.

It's also cheaper in the long run.

Neanderthal in a suit?

Alternatively... if budget's tight.... then maybe a Tissot like the T-Classic Tradition.

Its a classy looking, thin, light, fashionably sized at 42mm, very thin and could make a nice office watch. Its also "just" a quartz but I don't reckon you're a purist and on the plus side, it should take more beating and no maintenance cost to worry about...just a battery change every couple of years.

Not located in Malaysia but at rough conversion, you should be able to get it at around ~RM800



This post has been edited by sniper on the roof: Dec 4 2012, 12:55 AM