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lamer
19
Oct 27, 2020
For those of you wondering, Hesalite = plexiglass. A bit of a shame here for an otherwise decent looking piece.
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delnerdo
286
Oct 27, 2020
lamerAny owners care to share a photo of theirs after a year of daily wear? Or their favorite refinishing products?
RayF
22214
Oct 27, 2020
lamer Doesn't seem to dissuade folks from buying Omega Speedmasters though, does it? There are lots or reason to pass on this watch, but the crystal is not one of them. As I've stated many times before, under normal use, with a moderate amount of care and caution, non-sapphire crystals are NOT a concern. For those who have managed to accumulate a few light scratches, there are numerous videos showing how to clear things up with Polywatch or similar products. For those who use their watches as demolition tools--better luck next watch. PS: I have several watches with non-sapphire crystals (mostly Seiko Hardlex) and none of them have any scratches.
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lamer
19
Oct 27, 2020
RayFI work out in the field so I beat up on my watches! This would have to be an 'evenings and weekends' affair for me, so no thanks...
RayF
22214
Oct 27, 2020
lamer I'm not selling watches, but for a guy who works out in the field (and apparently a clumsy one at that), what the hell are you doing looking at 1930's influenced dress watches? You should get yourself a manly, modern watch that can take everything you can throw at it: https://drop.com/talk/58315/wrist-check?utm_source=linkshare&referer=B2BDHC
mclose
582
Oct 27, 2020
RayFI have both vintage and modern watches with polymethyl methacrylate crystals and agree 100%. They hold up very well and are easy to polish if, like me, you bang into things a lot. My Junghans is a good example, with a lovely domed crystal.
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lamer
19
Oct 27, 2020
RayFHaha...certainly NOT clumsy! Can't afford to be. Ouch, that G-Shock hurt my eyes. The bauhaus design inspired Junghans/Junkers/Nomos watches are beautiful...
RayF
22214
Oct 27, 2020
lamer I know.
delnerdo
286
Oct 28, 2020
mclose@mclose that looks like a stock image
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RayF
22214
Oct 28, 2020
delnerdo Does, doesn’t it.
JAone
999
Oct 28, 2020
mcloseThat's the closest looking watch to the microbrand Swiss Made Panzera Breuer 43, I have ,but it does have domed sapphire crystal, and also the eta 7750. Like the almost minimalist dial. Isn't this Junghans also running the 7750?
JAone
999
Oct 28, 2020
lamerThis is my beat up watch, I didn't want a Casio G shock or similar; this Inox is probably the closest thing to a durable watch available at a reasonable price. I am told they drive cars over them to check their toughness11 Should be okay for the "field work".
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RayF
22214
Oct 28, 2020
JAone I like those! An MD pickup or purchased elsewhere? I think we carried them at on point... BTW, you’re driving that car from the wrong side!
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JAone
999
Oct 28, 2020
RayFJust got it from Certified watch store on chrono24, they sell new, and from what I can tell; refurbished watches! You have to look closely at which the watch is. I made sure this one was a "new one" as they had a "pre-owned " one at $50 or so cheaper. This one was $160 shipped(in US it's free shipping) and you can buy direct from Certified watch store: it did have the original bracelet with it ,which I swapped out. I had been looking at this watch for the last five years or so; but the price here :where we drive on the left side of the road!! was always from $500 usd. or so upwards. I got my Alpinas from the same store. So the quality is good. I get the feeling that the watches that they sell as pre-owned and are most likely returns as they seem to be a large online store: although I did find a pre-owned Seiko ssc675 solar chrono dive watch which I liked at around $160 usd. I was going to take a risk on it, as the lowest price I could find was out of JS, where they add on at least $50 usd for Australia, therefore around $310 usd or so, still double that of certified watch store, but in the time it took to check out this watch, it was sold!! They also do seem to get "job lots" at a time as their tock changes frequently. 6 months ago Mido,Alpina and Victorinox were the most prevalent, but currently "Timex, and Swatch" ---shame!!
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mclose
582
Oct 28, 2020
delnerdoNot sure why a stock image matters, but here's my "Wrist Check" post from back in August.
RayF
22214
Oct 28, 2020
mclose Well, how do we know it’s really you? New rule: from now on all photos must be notarized!
mclose
582
Oct 28, 2020
RayFYou can tell it's mine from the shirt cuff and matching blue alligator strap. BTW, this Junghans is 4.5 years old and the crystal is still pristine.
RayF
22214
Oct 29, 2020
mclose Pristine is exactly the word I would use!
QenefGomari
4
Oct 29, 2020
lamerMy Speedmaster would like a word with you.
lamer
19
Oct 29, 2020
delnerdo
286
Nov 5, 2020
mclose@mclose Thank you - ubiquitous stucco walls where I reside are tough on plastic and quartz crystals. Glad that you do not suffer similarly. The stock photos do not reflect real world use, and many newcomers are unaware of the limitations. Too bad the fuming troll can’t see past its own ego. MD forums were once useful for learning and sharing experience. Now it’s all so much puffery.
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RayF
22214
Nov 5, 2020
delnerdo As far as I remember people who hung out in stucco walled environs were more likely to excise caution as they drug their watches along those walls. You're entitled to be clumsy, just not to blame others for it—especially me!
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beanerds2
387
Dec 17, 2020
RayFor the watch ! ,, nothing wrong with plexiGlass !