Victorinox INOX
I'm almost buying this. Does anyone have one of these super-tough watches and what do you think of them? I particularly like the red version.
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Munky1
I collect affordable watches and if possible, ones with some history behind them. I like Vostok and have three of their's. I have a one-handed, Luch watch from Belarus and a beautiful, English, Elliot...
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I have the INOX, mechanical version. I like it a lot, but primarily for sentimental reasons - the Victorinox field watch was the first real watch that my father got for me.
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I guess it all depends on what you're looking for. If you don't mind a SUPER HEAVY, huge chunk of metal on your wrist, then I can't think of a better tool watch.
When I was in my 20's, this watch would have been the ideal watch. Now that I'm pushing on to my fifth decade, and the heaviest thing I lift these days is my afternoon cocktail... not sure it's anything more than a memento of my dad.
Hope that helps!
I've owned 2, a quartz and an automatic.
Nice watches but just too chunky for me. If I ever get run over by a tank or thrown from a 10 story building I really don't care that my watch will survive.
I had the stainless steel with the grey dial on the bracelet and I have no idea why I sold it, it was a great watch and I am sure one I will repurchase in the future, it is a chunky peace but my wrist are quite thick at 7 and 3 quarter inches so proportionaly was fine for me
This weight business is a worry. While I have sometimes worn an anvil on my wrist and used a few knuckle dusters, it has been a while. I am now in my 70's and proud to be able to lift the newspaper, but this watch might cause a stress fracture. 🥺
But...it looks worth it. Half an hour a day can't hurt.
I can't say too much about the INOX, but my very first automatic was a Victorinox:
They make great watches, so if you're up for it, I'd say go for it!