My fingers and eyes don't work on those things.This year I am putting my watches in the safe and taking Apple Watch Ultra with me to keep track of vitals etc.. Battery life on the ultra is such that it is viable for a safari.
My fingers and eyes don't work on those things.This year I am putting my watches in the safe and taking Apple Watch Ultra with me to keep track of vitals etc.. Battery life on the ultra is such that it is viable for a safari.
I’m very sorry to hear that. If you wanted to wear a watch, maybe on your right wrist? Maybe not though because you’d have to adjust it with your left fingers? That sucks all the way around!I'm happy for everyone that can wear a watch. Had a neck injury that messed with my left arm. Still have 3 fingers that have limited feeling in them. I can't wear a paper arm band on my left wrist without it feel like my skin is on fire much less a watch.
That sucks. If you still wanted to enjoy a quality timepiece you could consider a pocket watch. Probably not ideal for hunting, but would really add some panache if you were going out for the evening. Finding a used vintage Longines hunter (hunter meaning a cover over the time face) would look great.I'm happy for everyone that can wear a watch. Had a neck injury that messed with my left arm. Still have 3 fingers that have limited feeling in them. I can't wear a paper arm band on my left wrist without it feel like my skin is on fire much less a watch.
Using throwaway watches means more money stays in the bank for my grandkids education. And no big deal if I lose or break it. My nice burl wood fountain pen (nib made in China) was lost in my house for almost five years. About broke my heart. It didn't cost a fortune but sentimental value was priceless. Wedding ring slipped my finger shortly after my wife died. That breaks my heart almost daily.Rolex Submariner manufactured in 1976. It has been on my wrist since I think 1992. For three decades It has been everywhere on the planet I have been whether in the military, the corporate world, personal travel or shredding the pasture out back. It has kept perfect time and never even been cleaned. I find I just don't much care for throw-away watches, pens, or guns.
Think about pocket watch. There's some nice thin electric ones available. I had one for years when I worked as a laborer in an aluminum plant. Or if you're like some of these fellas and desire classics, the sky's the limit for collectible antique pocket watches. I have one of those too. It's too bulky to wear inside pants. Phone and card wallet is all I can handle. And sorry I'm not wearing a vest and chain. I'm no slave to fashion but not gonna be a weirdo either.I'm happy for everyone that can wear a watch. Had a neck injury that messed with my left arm. Still have 3 fingers that have limited feeling in them. I can't wear a paper arm band on my left wrist without it feel like my skin is on fire much less a watch.
I don't bother setting the date on my watch. Looking at my phone more than my watch anyway and date pops up every time it starts up. Changing the date on a stem type watch puts wear and tear on it. Leave it alone and it will last longer. Very important for guys like me who prefer cheap watches ... because we are cheapany particular reason why you would not want to have a date window? I find that a must for a daily wearer.
That’s a good looking setup sir
I owned a blue Diver 300M with a blue rubber strap before I bought the Railmaster. Like you, I thought the fabric straps on all the Railmasters were hideous so when I bought mine I opted for the metal bracelet. I was planning to just keep it on the bracelet but but it dawned on me that the blue rubber strap from the diver would be perfect on the blue face Railmaster. I tried it and never looked back.The strap that came on mine looked like cheap denim and I couldn't stand it. Switched it out for the leather pictured above. Yours looks much nicer.
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That sucks. If you still wanted to enjoy a quality timepiece you could consider a pocket watch. Probably not ideal for hunting, but would really add some panache if you were going out for the evening. Finding a used vintage Longines hunter (hunter meaning a cover over the time face) would look great.
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Think about pocket watch. There's some nice thin electric ones available. I had one for years when I worked as a laborer in an aluminum plant. Or if you're like some of these fellas and desire classics, the sky's the limit for collectible antique pocket watches. I have one of those too. It's too bulky to wear inside pants. Phone and card wallet is all I can handle. And sorry I'm not wearing a vest and chain. I'm no slave to fashion but not gonna be a weirdo either.
Edit: I see Bee already made the suggestion on next page. Oops.
Some people enjoy and appreciate finer things in life, from custom hats to bespoke clothing to bespoke guns to fine watches and pens etc. etc.. In regard to losing things, well that's what insurance is for and if something is of quality it will not wear out. Like @Red Leg I do have a Rolex (Sea Dweller in my case) that I had purchased in 1978. Wore it for decades, and still wear it on occasion.Using throwaway watches means more money stays in the bank for my grandkids education. And no big deal if I lose or break it...
Changing the date on a stem type watch puts wear and tear on it. Leave it alone and it will last longer. Very important for guys like me who prefer cheap watches ... because we are cheap
Now that's a classy set-upI owned a blue Diver 300M with a blue rubber strap before I bought the Railmaster. Like you, I thought the fabric straps on all the Railmasters were hideous so when I bought mine I opted for the metal bracelet. I was planning to just keep it on the bracelet but but it dawned on me that the blue rubber strap from the diver would be perfect on the blue face Railmaster. I tried it and never looked back.
I bought the correct Diver 300M bracelet from Omega to replace the rubber strap. I know a lot of people like the rubber strap on the Diver 300M but I prefer it in all steel.
What did I do with the Railmaster steel bracelet? I put it on my Speedmaster. The black strap in the background is the fabric strap that originally came on the Speedy.
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I can imagine Kevin Peacocke with one of those, on a chain across his "middleground"That sucks. If you still wanted to enjoy a quality timepiece you could consider a pocket watch. Probably not ideal for hunting, but would really add some panache if you were going out for the evening. Finding a used vintage Longines hunter (hunter meaning a cover over the time face) would look great.
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