They say it’s the thought that counts
I’ve had this watch for a little while, but I haven’t really worn it. My dad got it for me, and it isn’t really my style, nor is Egard a brand I’m super into. But Dad knows I like watches, and wanted to connect in that way, so I appreciate his effort. Then I threw it on this NATO (it’s a 20mm on a 22mm lug width, so I need to get a proper fitting one), and all of a sudden the watch just kind of works for me! So here it is, the Egard V2 Chrono Stealth.
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Owen
I’m a simple man. I like bourbon, 3-6-9 dials, and pretty, dark-haired women.
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7.25” / 18.42 cm
Wear it in good health and bet your dad gets a kick out of wrist time too!
Also digging the Dr. No style, smaller NATO in larger lugs! 🤘🏻👌🏻
Wear it in good health and bet your dad gets a kick out of wrist time too!
Also digging the Dr. No style, smaller NATO in larger lugs! 🤘🏻👌🏻
I guess that’s a positive way to look at it, but I still want a strap that fits, lol!
You need a proper strap but the watch is kinda neat!
Yeah my 82 year old got me a wooden (whole watch & bracelet!) quartz for Xmas. Bless him ❤
Yeah my 82 year old got me a wooden (whole watch & bracelet!) quartz for Xmas. Bless him ❤
I don’t see it in your gallery, you gotta post a pic!
This reminds me of why I try to mention to others how risky it is to select a watch as a gift. Not impossible but dicey especially if the either the giver or recipient isn't a "watch person".
Recently my wife shared that a group of her colleagues wanted to go in together with a budget of $2K USD to get a surprise watch for a retiring member of their executive team and the most adamant suggestions were being pushed by non-watch enthusiasts in what was really just a thinly veiled power struggle.
Finally someone casually commented to the retiree about the watch she always wears who responded with "Not wearing a watch anymore is one of the things I'm really looking forward to."
They're going with a gift card.
Most of us talk love watches not just for the movements, complications, history, etc. but also because of the link to significant events or people in our lives. The watch from your Dad is priceless (and looks great). Now, every time you wear it, you can think of him.
It's the reason I treasure the first gen Apple Watch my Mom gave me before she passed away and the black milanese strap she told me she hunted for because she thought I would like it.
Your dad loves you for sure. I have a few watches I would never have purchased that my wife gave to me. I wear them from time to time. Maybe I will toss on a different strap and have a different feeling 🤔
My wife bought me a few cheapie Casios and a Swatch on her own for birthday one year. She was super secret about it, read some r/watch stuff on "God-tier (🫣), then went with what she liked. Budget was very small, newlyweds, barely made NCO, new duty station, etc.
When she gave them to me, she was a little shy and said, I know they aren't expensive, and what you usually get, but I think they are fun, I think they will look good on you, and you don't have anything like them yet in your collection.
I would literally fight someone to the death if they tried to take them off my wrist.
The Swatch doesn't even have a battery anymore since it ticked crazy loud, and now even with a fresh battery it seems to not want to run. Still wear it around my birthday, SPECIFICALLY cuz of that memory. And it makes my wife smile. I have much more expensive, "enthusiast" level stuff now that really only gets noticed if I have it on a wild straps, or I point it out....these cheapies always get noticed when I break them out and wear them.
Personally I say keep it until it falls apart. Every time it's on your wrist, you will think of your dad.
My father in law gave me some watches I wouldn't have bought myself. They need some cosmetic work that I am capable of doing. But who gave them to me elevates them.
I really dig the carbon weave dial. To me it says " I'm durable but too cool to actually do work" 🤣👍🏾💪🏾
I really dig the carbon weave dial. To me it says " I'm durable but too cool to actually do work" 🤣👍🏾💪🏾
It is a neat look. I go back and forth on the carbon weave and faux bolt heads on on the case. At moments, they’re too much, other times, I like them
This reminds me of why I try to mention to others how risky it is to select a watch as a gift. Not impossible but dicey especially if the either the giver or recipient isn't a "watch person".
Recently my wife shared that a group of her colleagues wanted to go in together with a budget of $2K USD to get a surprise watch for a retiring member of their executive team and the most adamant suggestions were being pushed by non-watch enthusiasts in what was really just a thinly veiled power struggle.
Finally someone casually commented to the retiree about the watch she always wears who responded with "Not wearing a watch anymore is one of the things I'm really looking forward to."
They're going with a gift card.
Yeah, I really need to put a wishlist together for my wife and a couple other people. If they’re gonna spend money on it, they may as well get something we can all be confident in!
Most of us talk love watches not just for the movements, complications, history, etc. but also because of the link to significant events or people in our lives. The watch from your Dad is priceless (and looks great). Now, every time you wear it, you can think of him.
It's the reason I treasure the first gen Apple Watch my Mom gave me before she passed away and the black milanese strap she told me she hunted for because she thought I would like it.
Thanks for sharing your story, I appreciate it!
Your dad loves you for sure. I have a few watches I would never have purchased that my wife gave to me. I wear them from time to time. Maybe I will toss on a different strap and have a different feeling 🤔
It does help make it a little more my own while still being wholly a gift from Dad. So it works out well.
My wife bought me a few cheapie Casios and a Swatch on her own for birthday one year. She was super secret about it, read some r/watch stuff on "God-tier (🫣), then went with what she liked. Budget was very small, newlyweds, barely made NCO, new duty station, etc.
When she gave them to me, she was a little shy and said, I know they aren't expensive, and what you usually get, but I think they are fun, I think they will look good on you, and you don't have anything like them yet in your collection.
I would literally fight someone to the death if they tried to take them off my wrist.
The Swatch doesn't even have a battery anymore since it ticked crazy loud, and now even with a fresh battery it seems to not want to run. Still wear it around my birthday, SPECIFICALLY cuz of that memory. And it makes my wife smile. I have much more expensive, "enthusiast" level stuff now that really only gets noticed if I have it on a wild straps, or I point it out....these cheapies always get noticed when I break them out and wear them.
Personally I say keep it until it falls apart. Every time it's on your wrist, you will think of your dad.
That’s a great story! That’s what I like about this community. Everyone knows what they like in a quality watch, but they also know that watches are often so much more than their specs and design. They’re time capsules, gestures, and legacies, and that’s what makes them great!
This reminds me of why I try to mention to others how risky it is to select a watch as a gift. Not impossible but dicey especially if the either the giver or recipient isn't a "watch person".
Recently my wife shared that a group of her colleagues wanted to go in together with a budget of $2K USD to get a surprise watch for a retiring member of their executive team and the most adamant suggestions were being pushed by non-watch enthusiasts in what was really just a thinly veiled power struggle.
Finally someone casually commented to the retiree about the watch she always wears who responded with "Not wearing a watch anymore is one of the things I'm really looking forward to."
They're going with a gift card.
I really like this story, and how you told it. I can almost see it happening on my screen just the way you described.
I had the reverse situation. The last seven years of my working life were spent in a hospital Clean Room, with very sophisticated air filtration. No jewelry of any kind was permitted. I have always loved watches, and soon after I retired, started a collection to make up for all the time I wasn't allowed to wear one.
My wife bought me a few cheapie Casios and a Swatch on her own for birthday one year. She was super secret about it, read some r/watch stuff on "God-tier (🫣), then went with what she liked. Budget was very small, newlyweds, barely made NCO, new duty station, etc.
When she gave them to me, she was a little shy and said, I know they aren't expensive, and what you usually get, but I think they are fun, I think they will look good on you, and you don't have anything like them yet in your collection.
I would literally fight someone to the death if they tried to take them off my wrist.
The Swatch doesn't even have a battery anymore since it ticked crazy loud, and now even with a fresh battery it seems to not want to run. Still wear it around my birthday, SPECIFICALLY cuz of that memory. And it makes my wife smile. I have much more expensive, "enthusiast" level stuff now that really only gets noticed if I have it on a wild straps, or I point it out....these cheapies always get noticed when I break them out and wear them.
Personally I say keep it until it falls apart. Every time it's on your wrist, you will think of your dad.
Well done on your wife's part. And for you, well said.
That's a beauty. That's good on your Dad. And every collection needs a Chrono.
I really dig the carbon weave dial. To me it says " I'm durable but too cool to actually do work" 🤣👍🏾💪🏾
That may be, Simon B, but that bezel looks like it could handle some serious business.
That may be, Simon B, but that bezel looks like it could handle some serious business.
That's so true 🤣