clbailey

clbailey
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7.00” / 17.78 cm Wrist
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Recent posts

First Impressions of the Frederique Constant Manufacture Flyback Chronograph (FC-760NS4HC)

I didn't expect to buy a watch today, but this was 75% off (likely a display model) and I fell in love with it immediately. I also didn't expect to ev...
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Becoming a Seiko fan in 2023

When I started collecting watches less than a year ago, I immediately felt a connection to Seiko as a brand. As a noob with a limited budget, I fell i...
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Visually speaking, what is your favourite bezel material?

I couldn't find another poll that was done on this topic. Given the current demand for ceramic, this might end up being a landslide. I know ceramic is more durable, as are the recent spate of sapphire...
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Recent Comments

commented on What's an absolute deal-breaker for you? The one thing that keeps you from buying a model you otherwise love? ·

Weird font choices on dials. I can't stand Axios's font--only thing keeping me from buying their watches. Not a huge fan of the Seiko Presage font, too, but I have 2 of those.

commented on First Impressions of the Frederique Constant Manufacture Flyback Chronograph (FC-760NS4HC) ·

Yeah, I didn't mean to be so mysterious. I didn't mention the store because it's in the UAE. I think this was their display model, too, but I couldn't find any defects.

commented on First Impressions of the Frederique Constant Manufacture Flyback Chronograph (FC-760NS4HC) ·

It's a quiet shop in a mall in the UAE. Probably not worth flying overseas for, unfortunately.

commented on Start them young ·

We're now a Casio family. My 6 and 3 year-old won't take them off.

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(And yes, that's the best picture I could get. Those with young kids understand.)

commented on Small(er) Watches the Next Big Thing? ·

When I got my Certina Action Diver in 38mm, the lady working at the shop actually told me it was too small, and that I should go for the 43mm for my 7-inch wrist. I got the 38mm and couldn't be happier. I also just bought the 46mm Citizen Orca, so I can go both ways. 😜

commented on Made in Germany - Show me Yours ·

Really interested in the Aquasport 2. Are you still enjoying it? I'm always paranoid about QC with microbrands. Any issues so far?

commented on Becoming a Seiko fan in 2023 ·
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Hey, we've got 2 of the 5500 of this "limited edition."

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