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Jeepin4x4
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^6 - i have the Casio calculator watch. I haven't worn it in years.


my daily wears are a Hamilton Khaki Auto and a G-Shock DW5600EG-9.

11/6/2023 9:06:06 AM

TreeTwista10
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This is like $15 on Temu so it's obviously a piece of shit, but kind of a cool look I haven't seen before

11/18/2023 7:39:45 PM

Steven
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I need some suggestions.

I have been working in a Nuclear industrial environment for many years along with doing military police 1 weekend a month 2 weeks a year.

I have typically worn digital watches ranging from $20 Wal-Mart Armitrons/Casios to $150 G-Shocks. (The g-shocks were the worst. I broke every single one of those)

My job has shifted more towards design and development instead of operational so I am at a desk most of the time.

So I need a tough watch but also comfortable and stylish. Please help!

[Edited on March 18, 2024 at 10:10 AM. Reason : spelling]

3/18/2024 10:09:19 AM

Jeepin4x4
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picked up a Tudor Pelagos and absolutely love it. I wasn't sure at first, but now quite like the more understated, tool watch, appearance over the BB.

12/31/2024 11:23:04 AM

0EPII1
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This is so cool. Probably going to get it.

I love watches that tell time in an unusual way, but I have never seen anything like this. Watch the video.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mandetbrote/secret-time-a-mechanical-masterpiece

3/30/2025 8:48:33 AM

The Coz
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I like watches that make it a chore to tell the correct time.

3/30/2025 9:54:21 AM

0EPII1
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Yay!!!

3/30/2025 11:11:46 PM

The Coz
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What is the best method for getting a scratch out of a glass face? Take it to a jeweler?

4/2/2025 11:02:48 AM

emnsk
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^^^^
How interesting.
Thanks for sharing this

4/3/2025 11:21:17 PM

StTexan
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Just watched. While kinda neat, not really practical. Just makes me wonder "why?"

4/4/2025 11:07:07 AM

0EPII1
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6 hours to go until the end of the campaign, and I just pulled the trigger. It's definitely going to become my favorite watch!

Watches with innovative alternative time telling mechanisms usually cost upwards of $50k from Swiss microbrands. I have never seen this mechanism before on any watch. It's far from the craziest mechanism (it's quite straightforward actually, in terms of telling time), but it's totally unique and elegant.


[Edited on April 26, 2025 at 4:56 AM. Reason : ]

4/26/2025 4:49:45 AM

The Coz
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Quote :
"What is the best method for getting a scratch out of a glass face? Take it to a jeweler?"

4/26/2025 9:30:51 AM

TreeTwista10
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Quote :
"If it's regular mineral glass (most common in mid-range watches):
Best method:
?? Use a glass polishing compound like Cerium Oxide.

Here's how:

Get Cerium Oxide powder (you can find it online cheap — it's used to polish glass and windscreens).

Mix it with water into a thin paste (like toothpaste consistency).

Use a microfiber cloth or felt pad (even a Dremel with a felt tip on very low speed if you're careful).

Gently polish the scratch in small circles for 2–5 minutes.

Wipe clean and inspect. Repeat if necessary.

Tip: Tape around the bezel (the metal part) so you don't accidentally scratch that while polishing.

If it's sapphire crystal (high-end watches like Rolex, Omega, etc):
Bad news: Sapphire is extremely hard (9 on the Mohs scale) and won't polish easily at home.

You'd need a professional watchmaker with a diamond paste or a sapphire wheel to buff it.

Home methods usually don't work well and might make it worse.

If it's acrylic/plastic (older watches like vintage Seikos, Timex, or Swatch):
Good news:
?? Use Polywatch (or even toothpaste if you're desperate).

Steps:

Apply a small amount of Polywatch.

Rub firmly with a soft cloth for 2–3 minutes.

Wipe clean and inspect. Repeat as needed.

Toothpaste also works for acrylic, but not as well."

4/27/2025 11:16:17 PM

The Coz
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Thank you, AITwista10!

4/28/2025 10:03:30 AM

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