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Jul 3, 2009 at 4:07 AM Post #3,391 of 14,302
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...I thought it was more a convenience and "we can get away with this piece being plastic" thing (one reason being that it does not require precise teeth)


With the way that watch is built and it's cost, I automatically assume everything is done for a good reason, and not done as a cost cutting measure.
 
Jul 3, 2009 at 7:24 PM Post #3,392 of 14,302
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FYI here is a fascinating article on the function of the 1861 movement inside the Speedmaster Pro:

http://indepth.watchprosite.com/show...ost/ti-364662/






Great link, Now I've read all that I love my Speedy even more
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Jul 3, 2009 at 8:38 PM Post #3,393 of 14,302
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With the way that watch is built and it's cost, I automatically assume everything is done for a good reason, and not done as a cost cutting measure.


I'll bet you're right, A. Strange how I am learning so much about Omega... I don't even own one, for crying out loud!

Still... It's good to know, right?
 
Jul 4, 2009 at 5:33 PM Post #3,394 of 14,302
I took out my trusty EB Chronoscope the other day, and after wearing it with its stock stainless band for a while, I decided to mosey on down to the local WatchPrince store to see if I could find a new band to lighten it up.

I found what struck me as one of the nicest, most beautifully crafted straps that I had ever laid eyes on... The Di-Modell Chronissimo. I've never seen a sturdier leather watchband. I think it really freshened up the ol' chronoscope too.

Click link fo slideshow:

New strap Slides


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What do you think?
 
Jul 4, 2009 at 11:38 PM Post #3,397 of 14,302
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Interesting that the band says "waterproof" Kevin.

Is the leather treated?


You can read a bit about it here:

Di-Modell

I think I said it earlier in the thread but DiModell is my preferred watch strap maker. I always look at their line first to see if they have what I'm looking for. They're really nicely made and really high quality. I especially like the loop anchor (the little red thing in the 3rd photo) which keeps the loop from sliding too far up the strap.
 
Jul 5, 2009 at 5:48 PM Post #3,398 of 14,302
Tissot PR50 chrono on original Tissot leather for dress occasions on the left. I obviously haven't worn it for a while since the date is a day off. Modified Seiko 5 automatic on a rubber strap with deployment for everyday wear.

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Jul 5, 2009 at 7:19 PM Post #3,399 of 14,302
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looks nice but im jealous you live by the watchprince showroom...that place could land me in some trouble if i was local.


Yeah, I love the convenience and always prefer to buy from local merchants when I can, but the down side of the equation is the candy store factor.
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Jul 5, 2009 at 7:21 PM Post #3,400 of 14,302
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Interesting that the band says "waterproof" Kevin.

Is the leather treated?


Yup, but you can't feel/see anything. The leather is as soft as butter.

Good link from Leftnose!

Thanx
 
Jul 6, 2009 at 6:37 PM Post #3,402 of 14,302
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Chronoshark a daily watch deal site just launced Invictashark for any Invicta fans out there.


Thanks for the tip Dan!
 
Jul 9, 2009 at 11:41 AM Post #3,405 of 14,302
Hey...What ever happened to our Lum-Tec pre-orders?

We were promised delivery dates of July and yet I have not heard from them for payment or ETA's.
Anyone else hear from them?
 
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