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Re: REVIEW: Armitron Chronograph

STDog — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:23:09 -0000

Jedi, I'd have to disagree.

Then again, I wear my nearly 20 year old Timex Triathlon (with a replacement, metal band) to black tie events as well as daily wear.

Nothing says you need a $1000+ watch to be hidden under the cuff 90% of the time.

Re: It’s Not A Toomah

Chadthewatchguy — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:44:55 -0000

Looks Like a B&R on steroids, the watch, not Arnold.

Re: Ernst Benz And John Varvatos Team Up

Scott Baker — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:35:46 -0000

Handsome Timepieces; price far too high. Is the JV consumer going to shell out $6,800?

My ChronoScope was +$2,500 less; which I am still delighted with!

Re: Review – MTM Special Ops Watch

Carloserod — Sun, 13 May 2012 16:33:48 -0000

Same here. Wanted to get the cobra, but now have changed my mind.

Re: It’s Not A Toomah

Henry Miller — Sun, 13 May 2012 05:57:55 -0000

Ahnold is shrinking.

Re: It’s Not A Toomah

Mark Carson — Sat, 12 May 2012 16:51:48 -0000

It looks like he strapped a clock to his wrist. Pass...

Re: Review: The Speedmaster Moonwatch Co-Axial Chronograph Speeds Into My Heart

aspidites — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:25:45 -0000

They added lubricant to act as a micro-cushion for the pallet since George Daniels had originally used gold which was softer. Other than that, the escapement needs no lubrication though the rest of the movement still does (hence the normal service schedule). This means that, even when the oil has deteriorated, the watch will still keep time.

Also, Daniels always maintained that the beat rate should be lowered. Omega ignored him. Omega were wrong but eventually corrected themselves. The lowering of the beat rate didn't make it less accurate. Just because higher beat rates have often been used to boost stability in lever escapements, it doesn't automatically follow that a new type of escapement will be less accurate because it has a lower rate. It is inherently more stable than a swiss lever if both are poised and balanced to the same level.
The last Speedy co-axial cost less because the escapement was attached to a warmed-over Piguet movement. It wasn't a ground-up, hi-tech movement built around the co-axial escapement.

And, while it's true that there is a lot of automation in the production of a modern Omega or Rolex, if you think that they don't get touched by a human hand then you have absolutely no idea how these watches are made.

Re: Benarus Is Sliding Through The Ocean

Steve Laughlin — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:21:34 -0000

Thanks for the review Patrick!

Re: Sign Up For News On My Book, Win A Seiko Orange Monster

johnbiggs — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:30:06 -0000

wow. I'm a moron. Thanks.

Re: Sign Up For News On My Book, Win A Seiko Orange Monster

malingerer — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:14:27 -0000

You mean "books about watches" right?

Re: Review – MTM Special Ops Watch

MTM.EX.EMPLOYEE — Tue, 08 May 2012 02:37:28 -0000

I worked as a customer service representative for a little over a year. First off, MTM sells anywhere from 20-50 watches a day (combining phone, online, and walk in orders). Who is there to fix customers problems you ask? Two young girls who also deal with online/phone/walk in orders, Returns/exchanges, emails, walk in customers, phone calls, payment processing, and review writing. The "manager" is also the watch technician and in charge of shipping/receiving.

I want to share the things I learned about MTM while working for them.

1. If you have an issue you will never speak to a manager EVER, mainly because there is no "manager". You are most likely speaking to the other customer service representatives who say their name is stepanie, sally, or any other name that comes to mind.

2. If you have been having problems with your watch and you have sent it in for repair after 4 times in you've had enough you want to replace your watch, they will agree and send you the same watch, just clean it up a bit make it look nice. You will NOT get your money back if you have had your watch for over 10 days. PERIOD.

3. "Marketing Department" is ONE person. No she doesn't write reviews making the company look good. Customer Service representives do that as well when there is down time. She is basically only the middle man when it comes to paying magazines for advertising, and calling trade shows to reserve a spot.

4. MTM was NOT made by ex-military personnel. It was made by a man called Yoav Casis aka Joe Cash. He started MTM as an israeli immigrant over 15 years ago. He had an excellent idea and a friend - Mike - helped him write a story and make all you believe these watches were designed by military personnel. He has been there from the beginning and now sleeps half of his shift and helps us write good reviews on sites like these, the other half of his shift.

5. MTM watches are NOT special ops watches, I have heard countless angry customers who say their target watches are far better. Yes, they have neat designs and neat specs, but definitely NOT for the price.

6. Customer service at MTM will be horrible until Yoav (owner) decides to hire more people, offer training, and not make us lie to every customer that calls in or walks through the door.

7. Biggest MTM watch problems:
-watch stopped working
-hands are loose/floating around
-screws are missing
-not keeping time
-numbers do not glow

Some of you may have an MTM watch and feel it is completely work it but I always wondered, what if they knew these parts are ordered from china they pay no more than $50 per watch and yet they sell that same watch for 1k. You people are helping MTM pay for advertising and helping them reel more people into buying "military watches". If you are interested in getting an MTM watch, please call them, ask questions about their history and see for yourself.

No, I do not own an MTM watch, but I sold them and lied to people for a little over a year until I could not lie to people any longer. The reason I stayed for 1+ years is because I had to eat and I had rent to pay.

Re: Taking A Look At Limes

Betty — Sun, 06 May 2012 11:23:52 -0000

Thanks for the review. A couple years ago I was debating getting this watch vs. the Muhle Glashutte 29er Big. Only a $100 price difference between the two, similar styling, and the Muhle also has a decorated movement in addition to their "woodpecker" neck regulation (just like a swan neck in other watches). It was a tough decision. I went for the Muhle and am happy with it, but I appreciate reading a good review. German watches don't get enough press time in the watch industry.

Re: REVIEW: BOAT Sealed Watch

Patrick Kansa — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:07:27 -0000

Enjoy the acquisition!

Re: REVIEW: BOAT Sealed Watch

Brent Ozar — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:54:22 -0000

Dagnabbit, posted too fast. Just got mine and I like it quite a bit! Ended up getting the exact same color & wax setup that you reviewed - I like the simple look. I wish the white tone of the hands matched the watch color - the wax is a little creamier than the hands. Nice, though.

Re: REVIEW: BOAT Sealed Watch

Brent Ozar — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:53:15 -0000

Just got mine

Re: Do You Wear More Than One Watch?

Hëinrich — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:12:53 -0000

I wear 12, 6 on each arm.

Re: REVIEW: Techné SparrowHawk II (Part 2)

Patrick Kansa — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:51:47 -0000

Thanks for the info!

Re: REVIEW: Techné SparrowHawk II (Part 2)

Info — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:29:19 -0000

This watch is now out of stock. Keep your eyes on the new Goshawk ref 411, with a sapphire crystal and all individualy callibrated

Re: Join Ariel And I At Heartland Brewery On Union Square @ 6pm On May 2

AVelino II De Jesus — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:03:15 -0000

Looking forward for the recap on the next episode of Hourtime!

Re: Review – MTM Special Ops Watch

MTMSlipp — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:37:30 -0000

I have to admit I purchased the MTM Silencer for it's looks and I wasn't disappointed. The watch looked and worked great for a year, then the dial started losing time. I contacted MTM support and they worked with me immediately. I shipped the watch in with $20 and they worked on my watch and
shipped it back.
The watch has worked flawlessly until now. The time is slipping again. I like the watch and so far the company has been great on support. But, we'll see how this round goes.
(the silencer I purchased is the older version with four lcd windows.)
I have no idea why time is slipping but is frustrating.

Re: REVIEW: BOAT Sealed Watch

Mark Carson — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:42:51 -0000

Hopefully they are using a plastic what won't deform at less than 200 degrees F. But I find that to be a very plain looking watch.

Re: Announcing The May 2 Hourtime Meet-Up In New York

Mark Carson — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:42:21 -0000

Too far from Hawaii and too soon for a vacation for me. Rats. Try to video or audio record it guys. An HourTime special edition?

Re: About

sureowl — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:50:43 -0000

I just like watches two!

Re: REVIEW: MTM HyperTec (Part 2)

T.M. — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:39:52 -0000

I find this watch very interesting, especially the concept of two hour hands. I've never seen something like this before. But one of the biggest design mistakes is the 2h scale for the 24h hand. How should anyone read off this hand? Well known 24h watches, especially the Soviet ones, have true 24 hour marks on the clock face.

Re: REVIEW: MTM HyperTec (Part 1)

Anon — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:22:05 -0000

The logo looks like a butt.