Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

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Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by JDC222 » Sat Nov 04, 2017 10:35 am

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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by CarloDWC » Sun Nov 05, 2017 8:41 am

That looks great, I just wish it did not have the 5 logo and the "sports" mark... it could be a good base for some projects too... ;)

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Post by spring-diver » Tue Nov 07, 2017 9:19 pm

I like it!
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by spring-diver » Tue Nov 07, 2017 9:21 pm

I like it. Amazon has them too!
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by Bradystraps » Wed Nov 08, 2017 3:09 pm

Love these. They've been pulling at my empty wallet for a bit now.
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by SCOTTY » Mon Feb 12, 2018 4:34 am

CarloDWC wrote:
Sun Nov 05, 2017 8:41 am
That looks great, I just wish it did not have the 5 logo and the "sports" mark... it could be a good base for some projects too... ;)
Why do so many people hate the 5 logo ?! :shrug: Most of the time I read where people wish the applied "SEIKO 5" badges weren't there.
Imo, that's detail, extra effort & more costly than just stamping it w/paint. Especially for watches in that $ range.

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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by CGSshorty » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:08 am

Because the “5” sucks. It is a constant reminder that you’re wearing a cheap watch. Most people want their inexpensive watch to appear to cost more than it does.
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Post by SCOTTY » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:14 am

THEN DON'T WEAR ONE !!!

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Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...

Post by JDC222 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:18 am

^^^

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Post by CGSshorty » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:27 am

I don’t. You asked. I answered.
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Post by SCOTTY » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:45 am

Intelligent answers only please.

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Post by JDC222 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:59 am

SCOTTY wrote:
Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:45 am
Intelligent answers only please.
His 5th and maybe last post...

Thanks for coming out lol. :P
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Post by CGSshorty » Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:59 am

SCOTTY wrote:Intelligent answers only please.
That was a great last post for you. Bye.
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Post by Chocodove » Mon Feb 12, 2018 8:01 am

I miss Scotty already.
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Post by JDC222 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 8:07 am

...I somehow feel responsible for this. :shifty:










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Post by CGSshorty » Mon Feb 12, 2018 8:09 am

I don’t understand behavior like this.
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by hoppyjr » Mon Feb 12, 2018 8:54 am

CGSshorty wrote:Because the “5” sucks. It is a constant reminder that you’re wearing a cheap watch. Most people want their inexpensive watch to appear to cost more than it does.
You guys have probably seen this, but here’s some Seiko 5 history.

https://www.seikowatches.com/5sports/se ... index.html

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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by JDC222 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 8:59 am

WHY "5" ?

From the very start, Seiko 5 was created to be a watch whose performance would serve the demanding needs of the new 1960’s generation, who cared less for tradition and more about life. The watch had five key attributes :
1. Automatic winding
2. Day/date displayed in a single window
3. Water resistance
4. Recessed crown at the 4 o’clock position
5. Durable case and bracelet

Because it grew out of the watch itself, the name Seiko 5 was deemed to express what made Seiko great and was chosen. A simple and memorable name for a simple but serious watch.
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by Panerai7 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 9:12 am

That was fun

Edit, on a serious note that's a cool watch, wonder if you can just scrape off 5

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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by Joeprez » Mon Feb 12, 2018 9:38 am

LOL at the new title.
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Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by BBK357 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:41 am

CGSshorty wrote:I don’t understand behavior like this.

You’re a cop... you should have the most experience with dousche baggery


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Post by BBK357 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:42 am

Why “5”?

Who gives a shit. If ruins most modern Seiko dial... oh no wait that’s the “X”


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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by JDC222 » Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:51 am

BBK357 wrote:
Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:41 am
CGSshorty wrote:I don’t understand behavior like this.

You’re a cop... you should have the most experience with dousche baggery


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Just because we deal with it, doesn't mean that we understand it... :think:
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Re: Kinda Cool Seiko 5 Turtle...sorry Scotty!

Post by CGSshorty » Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:53 am

BBK357 wrote:
CGSshorty wrote:I don’t understand behavior like this.

You’re a cop... you should have the most experience with dousche baggery


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That’s true. I see it every day in real life.
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