Watches

[medicchick]

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[nobodythank you]

So, I know the topic was the apple watch, but since I mentioned my Fitbit Charge HR, and a few other options were mentioned, I thought I should update my posting. Since my first post on the topic, my Charge HR has been bricked by a firmware update. Essentially, after about 6 months the device tried to do a firmware update and pretty much bricked itself. Customer service was a PITA, but in the end I have a new one enroute to me in 5-7 business days. Kinda ruins my workout routine as I depend on the heart rate function to give me an accurate reading on how I am doing. Not sure I would recommend this device anymore, even at a reduced price. The main reason I selected it was its supposed compatibility with Windows phones and the heart rate ability. Oh well, live and learn. On to search for another option.

 

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Ya just had to go and show my phone , didn't ya. I actually have the upgrade with the antenna:-".

 

[medicchick]

Ya just had to go and show my phone , didn't ya. I actually have the upgrade with the antenna:-".

I think my Dad has the same one. It's a step up from the kitchen rotary phone that needs an adapter to work with modern lines (wish that was a joke).

 

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I think my Dad has the same one. It's a step up from the kitchen rotary phone that needs an adapter to work with modern lines (wish that was a joke).

So they really do still have rotary phones out there. I never gave it much thought until now. I wonder if there are any pay phones still out there? I like to watch "Columbo", and the series ran from: 2/20/1968 thru 10/8/1998. You can see the evolution of phones on the series from rotary into the cell phone era.

 

[Ooh-Rah]

I've had one of these for a few years that I use as a 'kick around' watch. At these prices I just bought my 13 year old one. (of course he wanted the blue, which is the most expensive!)

Men’s Seiko 5 Automatic Fabric Watch - Black-Newegg.com

 

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I have had four Seikos over the years. One automatic Viet Nam era with gold face. A Divers watch, automatic; Silver Chronograph that failed. It was battery powered and the coil died, no replacements. I also have a thin Battery powered dress with a diamond at 12. The ones that I have sent back for "Factory" service/cleaning,have had bad things happen to them. Hands fall off, they begin fogging over just from normal wear, no water exposure at all. I've had better luck tracking down a private watch repairman. My Viet Nam era Seiko has been pretty messed up at the factory repair places. Look around for a jeweler that does in house watch repair, you'll be happier.

 

[Ooh-Rah]

Doing a bit of de-cluttering and found my Great Grandfather's pocket watch. It has been sitting in a display-case for years...never thought much about it until this weekend when I started playing with it a bit. The inner-workings on this thing are very nifty and appear to be in good condition. Trying to find someone here in Minnesota that would work on such things, as it would be cool to see it work. Here are a few pics...

 

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[SpitfireV]

I've always thought the mechanisms of old things like this are their own kind of art. Nice looking fobwatch you've got.

 

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I think there is potential here. Closed it back up and it seems to be running okay...to the point where I timed it with my iPhone stop watch and it is running perfect time! Going to set the actual time and see how long it stays accurate, and running.

The wind spring was beginning to get tight so I stopped before I did any damage.

So far it has been running five minutes and appears to be staying accurate -

 

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[Kraut783]

Been looking for a new smart watch for awhile to replace my aging Suunto Advisor.....after a lot of reading and such...settled and pulled the trigger on the Suunto Traverse Alpha (Foliage) .

Now the waiting starts.....

 

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@Kraut783 - Terrific looking watch! Will be waiting for a field test review from you as I have been drooling over this one for some time. My Ambit2 is still in great condition; interested to hear if the upgrade is worth it.

 

[DC]

Seiko Diver...simple

 

[104TN]

You can get G-Shock GW69001 for ~$67 shipped from Jet.com right now.

Click the price, opt out of free returns, use a debit card, and enter promo code TRIPLE15 at checkout.

 

[digrar]

Not sure if I can go back to a watch that only tells the time and date. I'm 13 months into the Garmin Fenix, battery life is still good, recharge time is bugger all, the case and crystal are standing up to being worn at work in the mines and workshop, it's a good little (massive) watch, very happy with the purchase.

 

[Kraut783]

@Kraut783 - Terrific looking watch! Will be waiting for a field test review from you as I have been drooling over this one for some time. My Ambit2 is still in great condition; interested to hear if the upgrade is worth it.

Will do, can't wait to put it through it's paces....will be able to do some local area test, then some hiking in New Mexico in Jan '17.

 

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[Kraut783]

Seiko Diver...simple

Used a similar Seiko in A-stan....was issued a Suunto, but kept with the Seiko for most of the tour....tough watch and dependable.