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by BLR1
Thu Jul 30, 2020 6:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trident GMT running slower and slower
Replies: 48
Views: 6207

Re: Trident GMT running slower and slower

I bought a black 40mm GMT in mid April. It kept great time for a day or two but then quickly devolved to -20 seconds a day or more. Kept playing with angles and testing for a week or two but no improvement, and it ultimately settled in around -24 secs per day. Since I liked the watch, I’m in the U.S...
by BLR1
Fri May 08, 2020 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Re: Repair Question

Are you using an app to keep track of timing? On iOS I use WatchTracker. It won't be dead on (there is a manual tap to compare to atomic time) but it is close enough to track a watch from day to day. I usually only check the accuracy once a day. This isn't explicitly needed but you want a good amou...
by BLR1
Thu May 07, 2020 6:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Re: Repair Question

So, since I’m extremely impatient, should the watch be trending towards normalcy over the next week or two? Or will it magically course correct one day? I ask, because I’ve worn it every day for 10 days now, and it’s actually more like -18 or -19 sec/day. So if anything, it’s trending in the wrong d...
by BLR1
Mon May 04, 2020 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Estimated delivery time to U.S. east coast?
Replies: 22
Views: 2241

Re: Estimated delivery time to U.S. east coast?

Hi All, I purchased my first CW yesterday, and was wondering if anyone had experience with shipping to the east coast of the U.S. (D.C. specifically). I hope to get it rather soon, but understand the difficulty under the current climate. Thanks in advance. For what it’s worth, I ordered my latest w...
by BLR1
Mon May 04, 2020 7:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Re: Repair Question

You shouldn’t be hand winding an automatic watch to the point where you’re engaging the clutch. The handbooks used to recommend approx 20 winds from stopped, to get the engine running. I think they now say 10. The idea is that you get the movement started, then the rota does the rest. Fully hand wi...
by BLR1
Mon May 04, 2020 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Re: Repair Question

Thanks, Guy. Won’t have any problems wearing it consistently. It’s a fantastic looking piece. Maybe it just needs some love and attention after being boxed up and shipped across the world. I’m just glad there doesn’t seem to be anything wrong with the movement itself. Can’t believe how easy, quiet t...
by BLR1
Sun May 03, 2020 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Re: Repair Question

Fair enough. Thank you, both. Sounds like the only issue is with MY tolerance. :) I’ll try the 12 o’clock down position tonight and see what happens.
by BLR1
Sun May 03, 2020 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repair Question
Replies: 14
Views: 1868

Repair Question

So o bought a 40mm Trident GMT and got it in the mail last week. It is truly stunning to look at and is perfect in my wrist. However, it’s running about -15 sec per day and something about the winding doesn’t feel right to me. I’m not sure if it’s just a slow watch or if something is going on with t...
by BLR1
Tue Apr 14, 2020 4:40 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: In need of chronograph help
Replies: 21
Views: 1367

Re: In need of chronograph help

Thanks, all! This was really helpful. I’ve decided on keeping the Longines. Maybe the Stowa will be an additional purchase down the line, since it probably wears more like a tool watch, but we’ll see.
by BLR1
Mon Apr 13, 2020 10:08 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: In need of chronograph help
Replies: 21
Views: 1367

Re: In need of chronograph help

I’d choose the Longines from these two. The Stowa has a big case - 14mm tall and >50mm lug to lug. That would be ok, but the polished case gives a dressy look which is (IMHO) at odds with the dimensions. Just my opinion. Stowa actually gives the option of polished or matte finish. The stock photos ...
by BLR1
Mon Apr 13, 2020 9:41 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: In need of chronograph help
Replies: 21
Views: 1367

Re: In need of chronograph help

What attracts you towards the Stowa? Guy Sent from my Xperia 5 using Tapatalk I like the bi compax layout, the simplicity of the antique looking numerals, and I think the date window perfectly balances the bottom of the watch. I really like the Longines as well, despite the date wheel look/location...
by BLR1
Mon Apr 13, 2020 7:06 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: In need of chronograph help
Replies: 21
Views: 1367

In need of chronograph help

I’m debating whether or not to sell my Longines St. Imier Chronograph to buy the Stowa 1939 Chronograph. Am I crazy, or should I do it? The Longines is 41mm (48 lug to lug) but wears more like a 38 or 39, and I own both the bracelet and alligator deploying strap as pictured. It’s a column wheel chro...
by BLR1
Fri Aug 31, 2018 10:29 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: New Casual Weekender Watch (Recommendations Appreciated)
Replies: 9
Views: 1215

Re: New Casual Weekender Watch (Recommendations Appreciated)

Thegreyman wrote:Possibly a Seiko 5 or a Timex if you want to keep the cost down to $100-$200. The Khaki is a great choice though.
Yeah, I like the Seiko 5 but not the day and date. Really leaning towards the Hamilton because it’s such an iconic piece, but I’ve gone back and forth on these 2 before.
by BLR1
Fri Aug 31, 2018 7:23 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: New Casual Weekender Watch (Recommendations Appreciated)
Replies: 9
Views: 1215

New Casual Weekender Watch (Recommendations Appreciated)

I need help (in more ways than one, but just focusing on the watches today)! I’m looking for a casual, weekender type watch that would look at home on a NATO or canvas strap. I’d prefer no date window to minimize messing with a watch that I wear occasionally. I’d like to keep it in the $500 area if ...
by BLR1
Wed Jul 19, 2017 11:39 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: New Hamilton Intramatic 68 Autochrono
Replies: 5
Views: 1259

Re: New Hamilton Intramatic 68 Autochrono

Mikkei4 wrote:I love the panda style dial, white rim and rally strap but if only the pushers and crown were smaller.
Yeah, that's my only gripe from a visual/wearability standpoint. The price is definitely high. Why does everything I like have to be a Limited Edition?