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Posted: 4/15/2013 2:03:53 AM EDT
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Suunto Core Military http://www.suunto.com/ImageVaultFiles/id_3124/cf_127/ss014279010_gallery_1.jpg I've been wearing one of these for the past couple of weeks and I really like it. Prior to that it was a Casio GWM850-1 and a Seiko Orange Monster. |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 2:08:17 AM EDT
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You sweet bastards are going to cost me money if this thread continues.
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Posted: 4/15/2013 2:09:00 AM EDT
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The best WATCH is a tough solar waveceptor Casio G-Shock. Yep. My only complaint is that you can see the date, or the day of the week, but not both. |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 2:37:28 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2013 4:44:37 AM EDT
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I have a Seiko Automatic... If I don't wear it most of the day, everyday it doesn't stay charged up enough and loses accuracy. Feels like I have to reset it far too often
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Posted: 4/15/2013 5:15:32 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2013 6:24:14 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2013 6:27:39 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2013 6:29:50 AM EDT
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You can get Seikos or Citizens in both mechanical or quartz, in a myriad of styles w/ your budget.
That said, if you want something different, Android Watch company makes some cool, low cost autos  I have the older version of this...it get's more compliments than my Breitling   http://www.android-usa.com/ Speed |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 6:46:29 AM EDT
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My favorite Seiko Amazon http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51TCHFr8k0L._SL246_SX190_CR0,0,190,246_.jpg Does the solar power keep up? How about accuracy over time? |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 9:40:59 AM EDT
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This is what I was wearing prior to getting my Suunto Core.
http://www.casio-usa.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GWM850-1/ |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 10:05:23 AM EDT
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I love my Citizen Eco-drive. It was made 4-07 and I bought it new in 6-09. Has worked flawlessly for me every day on shift since, l never take it off. I recently cracked the crystal face and had it repaired, ~$100 and it was like brand new. I don't believe they, make my model anymore, it has a day and date display without having the extra dials in there.
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Posted: 4/15/2013 10:10:21 AM EDT
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Stuhrling Original Aristocrat has been my best watch ever... Had for 5 years so far.
http://www.overstock.com/Jewelry-Watches/Stuhrling-Original-Aristocrat-Elite-Mens-Elegant-Watch/2598469/product.html |
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Posted: 4/15/2013 10:11:46 AM EDT
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Tagged. Brother's 30th is coming up.
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Posted: 4/15/2013 10:13:08 AM EDT
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http://www.amazon.com/Luminox-Rubber-Quartz-Black-Watch/dp/B004CG08FU/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1366049558&sr=8-6&keywords=luminox+200
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Posted: 4/15/2013 10:15:52 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2013 6:04:19 PM EDT
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My favorite Seiko Amazon http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51TCHFr8k0L._SL246_SX190_CR0,0,190,246_.jpg Does the solar power keep up? How about accuracy over time? I just got it a few weeks ago but so far no problems. It's my 3rd Seiko and none have had any problems other than needing a battery. According to the manual a small charge time of a few hours should keep it charged for 6 months. If you like a big chunky watch this is a good pick. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 10:46:19 AM EDT
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I wanted a non diver to go with my TSAR.
I've had my TSAR since 2007 and it's been through hell and back. I really like the Sinn and panerai style hands and numbers as well as the older Nav B-uhr series watches. Well I was browsing amazon and ran across this timex. I've not had a timex in years and said for $50 bucks why not. Turns out its quite a nice watch for the money. I ordered some more NATOs and a leather NATO from crown & buckle and will update pics once they arrive. Makes a good casual / field watch. 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:00:25 AM EDT
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Casio Pathfinder PAG240-1
I've hardly taken mine off in the two years I've owned it. I've swam in the ocean and gotten it full of sand several times with no problems. Very user friendly and looks great. I've owned G Shocks for years, and liked them, but after upgrading to the Pathfinder, there is no going back to a G. http://www.protrek.casio.com/watches/detail/PAG240-1 |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:03:23 AM EDT
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I wanted a non diver to go with my TSAR. I've had my TSAR since 2007 and it's been through hell and back. I really like the Sinn and panerai style hands and numbers as well as the older Nav B-uhr series watches. Well I was browsing amazon and ran across this timex. I've not had a timex in years and said for $50 bucks why not. Turns out its quite a nice watch for the money. I ordered some more NATOs and a leather NATO from crown & buckle and will update pics once they arrive. Makes a good casual / field watch. http://i.imgur.com/Qr4xa5B.jpg http://i.imgur.com/VyoVLO8.jpg http://i.imgur.com/HGWRCqn.jpg http://i.imgur.com/r9RxoRm.jpg How's the indiglo work on that? Not sure I've ever seen that feature on a black faced watch before. It's pretty decent looking too. I've had a few Timex watches in my time, and they've all worked just fine long after they looked like hell and I was sick of 'em. Not a thing wrong with 'em. 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:08:22 AM EDT
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I wanted a non diver to go with my TSAR. I've had my TSAR since 2007 and it's been through hell and back. I really like the Sinn and panerai style hands and numbers as well as the older Nav B-uhr series watches. Well I was browsing amazon and ran across this timex. I've not had a timex in years and said for $50 bucks why not. Turns out its quite a nice watch for the money. I ordered some more NATOs and a leather NATO from crown & buckle and will update pics once they arrive. Makes a good casual / field watch. http://i.imgur.com/Qr4xa5B.jpg http://i.imgur.com/VyoVLO8.jpg http://i.imgur.com/HGWRCqn.jpg http://i.imgur.com/r9RxoRm.jpg How's the indiglo work on that? Not sure I've ever seen that feature on a black faced watch before. It's pretty decent looking too. I've had a few Timex watches in my time, and they've all worked just fine long after they looked like hell and I was sick of 'em. Not a thing wrong with 'em. I just went into the office bathroom and turned off the lights. Works well. I would love to have this watch with a sterile face. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:10:54 AM EDT
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Seiko mechanical watches are almost impossible to beat in that price range. They're a very under-appreciated company in the US, but they make great watches all the way up to and above Rolex quality (at Rolex prices though).
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:13:29 AM EDT
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http://www.amazon.com/Luminox-Mens-3059-Colormark-Watch/dp/B000WY7JDU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1366744362&sr=8-8&keywords=luminox
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:19:06 AM EDT
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I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Yea, um NO. My large pilot is awesome, auto mechanical watch, crystal is all but indestructible keeps perfect time and just oozes functional elegance. You have to change the strap though. ETA pics: http://countycomm.com/_images/maratacpilotlarge2013/photo-32.jpg Yeah, that's 46mm in diameter for you. i want..... 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:20:11 AM EDT
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http://www.amazon.com/Luminox-Mens-3059-Colormark-Watch/dp/B000WY7JDU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1366744362&sr=8-8&keywords=luminox Why not get the real deal that Luminox copied here |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:21:34 AM EDT
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I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Yea, um NO. My large pilot is awesome, auto mechanical watch, crystal is all but indestructible keeps perfect time and just oozes functional elegance. You have to change the strap though. ETA pics: http://countycomm.com/_images/maratacpilotlarge2013/photo-32.jpg Yeah, that's 46mm in diameter for you. i want.....
You might want to ask around here first, maybe do some searches. Not everyone was thrilled with them. Maratac is just a house brand name used by Countycomm for some of their stuff. The watches are made by someone else. If it was someone worth bragging about, they'd brag about it. They do look neat though. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:31:23 AM EDT
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You can get Seikos or Citizens in both mechanical or quartz, in a myriad of styles w/ your budget. That said, if you want something different, Android Watch company makes some cool, low cost autos
I have the older version of this...it get's more compliments than my Breitling
http://hengestonegallery.com/images/AD267BBUL-W.jpg http://www.android-usa.com/ Speed ya'll are gonna make me come off some money if ya'll keep posting up these damn things
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:33:53 AM EDT
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Suunto Core Military http://www.suunto.com/ImageVaultFiles/id_3124/cf_127/ss014279010_gallery_1.jpg I've been wearing one of these for the past couple of weeks and I really like it. Prior to that it was a Casio GWM850-1 and a Seiko Orange Monster. Where are you guys findinga core for under $250? |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:39:39 AM EDT
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Suunto Core Military http://www.suunto.com/ImageVaultFiles/id_3124/cf_127/ss014279010_gallery_1.jpg I've been wearing one of these for the past couple of weeks and I really like it. Prior to that it was a Casio GWM850-1 and a Seiko Orange Monster. Where are you guys findinga core for under $250? Yeah post a link |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:46:47 AM EDT
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Citizen or Skagen are my go to watches.
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Posted: 4/23/2013 11:47:03 AM EDT
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I have really been wanting a Core but I love this watch...
I like my Fossil... 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:13:59 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:26:07 PM EDT
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I have a Seiko Automatic... If I don't wear it most of the day, everyday it doesn't stay charged up enough and loses accuracy. Feels like I have to reset it far too often I have several automatics, but for every day use I have a Seiko SSC015 Seiko Solar . I've also heard that the Seiko Monsters now have a new hacking mechanism that keeps better time. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:28:08 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:40:13 PM EDT
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I agree with the Seiko or Citizen Eco-drive advice.
My daily watch is a Seiko that my folks bought for me in 1986. It has never stopped working. I recently had it serviced by Seiko, and reluminized by IWW. My other watch is a citizen Eco-drive that I use for scuba diving (because it has a depth gauge). Bought it over 10 years ago, iirc. Been in oceans all over the world. Both have been excellent watches, and have always worked. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:41:22 PM EDT
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I love and hate my Luminox.
I would never get another one, though I LOVE the tritium vials. It is a POS that I break often... 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 12:49:04 PM EDT
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You sweet bastards are going to cost me money if this thread continues. This is my SKX007J 
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Posted: 4/23/2013 1:18:18 PM EDT
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Seiko Monster/ thread. As long as you don't plan on ever taking it off. Or if you have one of the rare Seiko winders. Or if you enjoy re-setting your watch. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 4:17:37 PM EDT
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Seiko Monster/ thread. As long as you don't plan on ever taking it off. Or if you have one of the rare Seiko winders. Or if you enjoy re-setting your watch. My winder isn't a seiko winder. Seems to work fine. Keeps the watch wound. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 4:37:26 PM EDT
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I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Yea, um NO. My large pilot is awesome, auto mechanical watch, crystal is all but indestructible keeps perfect time and just oozes functional elegance. You have to change the strap though. ETA pics: http://countycomm.com/_images/maratacpilotlarge2013/photo-32.jpg Yeah, that's 46mm in diameter for you. i want.....
You might want to ask around here first, maybe do some searches. Not everyone was thrilled with them. Maratac is just a house brand name used by Countycomm for some of their stuff. The watches are made by someone else. If it was someone worth bragging about, they'd brag about it. They do look neat though. I'm glad you posted that tidbit, just scratched the watch off my list. |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 6:16:19 PM EDT
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Seiko
Casio Citizen Many nice choices available under the $250 limit... |
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Posted: 4/23/2013 6:17:26 PM EDT
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Suunto Core Military http://www.suunto.com/ImageVaultFiles/id_3124/cf_127/ss014279010_gallery_1.jpg THIS |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 2:45:35 AM EDT
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I like the Citizen Eco-Drive watches. Never replace a battery again. There are some nice ones in your price range.
If you want a digital watch with a stopwatch, timer, alarm, etc, get a Casio, especially one that runs on a lithium battery. They run about 10 years on one battery, which is really nice. |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 3:09:41 AM EDT
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I'm assuming you're looking at a quartz watch, so I'll echo the recommendations of Seiko or Citizen
This is what I started off with: 
I've gone diving with it, worked on a construction site with it, gone sailing with it, etc. and it has never needed service or a battery in the 11 years I've had it. I'll warn you though, getting into watches can be just as expensive and addicting as guns 
ETA: If you haven't found it already, take a look around here (it's the ARFCOM of watches): http://forums.watchuseek.com/forum.php They have an Affordable Watches section that's right up your alley |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 3:20:49 AM EDT
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Quoted: I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Sorry, but you don't find a Miyota 8125 21-jewel movement, a thick sapphire crystal, and a one-piece milled stainless steel case in a $100 watch. |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 3:28:17 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Yea, um NO. My large pilot is awesome, auto mechanical watch, crystal is all but indestructible keeps perfect time and just oozes functional elegance. You have to change the strap though. ETA pics: http://countycomm.com/_images/maratacpilotlarge2013/photo-32.jpg Yeah, that's 46mm in diameter for you. Please show me who has one in stock at $250. Because I've been searching and can't find it unless I pay scalpers prices on E Bay. You have to read ARFCOM 24 hours a day. I got mine when a member posted that they were in stock at countycomm.com I was lucky, because I managed to reserve mine, and they were sold out minutes later. |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 3:33:00 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Yea, um NO. My large pilot is awesome, auto mechanical watch, crystal is all but indestructible keeps perfect time and just oozes functional elegance. You have to change the strap though. ETA pics: http://countycomm.com/_images/maratacpilotlarge2013/photo-32.jpg Yeah, that's 46mm in diameter for you. i want..... You might want to ask around here first, maybe do some searches. Not everyone was thrilled with them. Maratac is just a house brand name used by Countycomm for some of their stuff. The watches are made by someone else. If it was someone worth bragging about, they'd brag about it. They do look neat though. I'm glad you posted that tidbit, just scratched the watch off my list. Mistake. I'm not saying the watch is for you, just that it's a mistake to scratch it off your list because someone called it a 'House Brand.' I have a Citizen Eco-Drive. It broke 3 days after the warranty ended. I have a Seiko Sport Diver that I've owned since 1987, and it's still running strong. I have a G-Shock that I wear daily. My Maratac is my 'dress' watch. (I did upgrade to a leather band.) |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 4:21:44 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Seiko Monster/ thread. As long as you don't plan on ever taking it off. Or if you have one of the rare Seiko winders. Or if you enjoy re-setting your watch. Or just wear it every day. I've never had to reset my SKX173 outside of changing the date. |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 4:29:21 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/24/2013 4:30:46 AM EDT
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I have one, its a $100 watch tops. Sorry, but you don't find a Miyota 8125 21-jewel movement, a thick sapphire crystal, and a one-piece milled stainless steel case in a $100 watch. Sure you can. Invicta has been known to sell watches that meet that description UNDER $100. Of course I'd set two sticks in the dirt to figure out the time before I wore an Invicta, and they are the poster child brand for "where's it made, nowhere mentionable". 
There's nothing wrong with the Miyota 8125, but it's nothing special. No better than any of the Seiko movements in hundred dollar watches. Probably no better than the Vostok 2416B with it's 31 jewels, (gasp! OMG! But jewel count means bupkis). I'd take a straight 2416 in preference every time. |
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