Summer Watch - 2013

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Summer Watch - 2013

Post by rockmastermike » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:06 pm

The Timex Expedition Field Watch

40mm x 11mm in stainless steel.

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Matt Grey Case and dial with Minute numbers instead of Hour numbers and skeleton hands

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Really like the red tipped second hand with wings

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Thick chapter ring with cut outs at the hour indicies adds nice depth to the dial

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Nice size crown - not too small not too big, just right.

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Caseback lists the 100mm WR and has as cool logo

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Thin nylon strap but does have a (thin) leather backing with signed thumbnail buckle

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Lume is just okay but then then again it is Indiglo (note how the cut outs in the chapter ring make for a cool effect

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Highlights around the date window - black wheel with white numbers

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Light and comfy on the wrist

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pretty cool design elements that aren't on a lot of other $40 US watches. grab and go summer fun watch goodness

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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by marchone » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:08 pm

Looks good overall, especially at the price, but why minutes numbers?

As an aside the five-minute markers are reminiscent of the Tudor Pelagos.
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by four20 » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:12 pm

aboen wrote:I like everything about that watch
^^this
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Post by 4pfrench » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:22 pm

it caught my eye in the WRUM thread...you appear to have stolen it for $40.

and by the scratches on your arm, it appears they tried to catch you.
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by rockmastermike » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:27 pm

marchone wrote:Looks good overall, especially at the price, but why minutes numbers?

As an aside the five-minute markers are reminiscent of the Tudor Pelagos.
I've seen a few Flieger/Pilot dials with that number set up - kinda goes along with the "wings" on the second hand. Probably a nod to military aviation?!?
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by rockmastermike » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:29 pm

aboen wrote:I like everything about that watch
four20 wrote:
aboen wrote:I like everything about that watch
^^this
Thanks Drew. Thanks Erik. I am going to try a thicker ZULU later tonight and see how that works.
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by rockmastermike » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:31 pm

4pfrench wrote:it caught my eye in the WRUM thread...you appear to have stolen it for $40.

and by the scratches on your arm, it appears they tried to catch you.
Yeah, Paul, thanks - hell, I'd spend 40 bucks on beer and pizza this weekend so this seems like a better deal.

the scratch is from the mudrun last weekend (along with others hidden)
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by CesarG » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:37 pm

That watch is loaded with great details. Thanks for showing me this!
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by rockmastermike » Wed Apr 10, 2013 2:15 pm

hks3sgte wrote:That watch is loaded with great details. Thanks for showing me this!
Yep - lots to like that you you'd expect to pay more for.

I really like that the case is grey steel and not the usual polished steel - gives it a nice look that you don't see all that often.

And the best part is, if you have young ones, is the Indiglo magic!
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by cali kid » Wed Apr 10, 2013 3:07 pm

very sweet piece, love the case and dial and that strap really rocks! I say you got a smokin' deal! :cheers:
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by jeckyll » Wed Apr 10, 2013 3:55 pm

four20 wrote:
aboen wrote:I like everything about that watch
^^this
This.

I heard the date-quick-set can be finicky, but for a $40 watch, what's not to like!

Probably needs an $85 drew strap though... :)
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by jimyritz » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:20 pm

$40..that's a steal...Congrats Mike... :clap: :clap:
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Post by Hornet01 » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:26 pm

Impressive Mike. I like the pelagos-style recesses at the 5-minute markers - adds some depth. Cool indiglo. All that for 40 bucks is amazing. Congrats.

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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by kfalk » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:39 pm

Good cheap fun, right there.

Like the looks of this; savvy shopping indeed! :cheers:
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by mattcantwin » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:40 pm

Takes a lickin'...

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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by Pasquale » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:52 pm

four20 wrote:
aboen wrote:I like everything about that watch
^^this
And this
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by polaco23 » Wed Apr 10, 2013 5:57 pm

I like it, a lot.

Reminds me of a Bremont...
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Re: Summer Watch - 2013

Post by streetracer101 » Wed Apr 10, 2013 7:27 pm

that is an awesome watch..I've been thinking about picking up a cheapo quartz myself
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