I was recently gifted a knockoff Patek Philippe Celestial 5102 watch and am curios as to how properly set the watch's many functions. With all the face time & celestial functions I'm a bit overwhelmed. Does anyone have the instructions or know how to properly setting this watch?
posted by pgswim
on Jan 13, 2013 -
3 answers
I am looking for an analog wristwatch for my husband's birthday. I know nothing about watches; this is more of a meaningful/nostalgic gift for both of us. Price: let's say up to the $250 range. Anyone have model suggestions or tips for finding one?
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posted by sheena is a sock puppet
on Aug 9, 2011 -
24 answers
I'd like a men's wristwatch that is cheap, rugged, simple, comfortable, functional. Which watches are the best at this?
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posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj
on May 19, 2011 -
27 answers
how are jewelry brand watches (e.g. Cartier, Boucheron, Harry Winston) regarded among watch enthusiasts? Is it the same as 'designer' watches in that they're not taken seriously?
posted by the mad poster!
on Apr 6, 2011 -
17 answers
Looking to purchase a handful of reasonably-priced ($100) pocket watches, but would like to see/check them out first, so am hesitant to use eBay. I really like old
Molnija watches but I don't see anyway I could get a handful in the next couple of weeks. I also like the Swiss Army pocket watches but don't like that they are close to $200 and don't have plated covers. Where is a good place to go check out some pocket watches (western and central Pennsylvania if possible)? Are they even sold in stores or does one absolutely have to get something like that online? If finding such things in a short window (must be purchased in next week and a half) is going to be an incredibly low-probability event, then does the hive mind have suggestions for other interesting and semi-permanent gifts for men?
posted by (Arsenio) Hall and (Warren) Oates
on Mar 3, 2010 -
7 answers
I need a watch that has (a) an hourly chime (top priority), and (b) programmable alarms (I could sacrifice this), but also that doesn't look totally ugly (high priority). Can you help me find one?
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posted by dumbledore69
on Feb 15, 2010 -
4 answers
Bought my first watch (ever). Will I be passing it on to my (future) grandkids? What is the lifespan of a watch?
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posted by Spurious
on Jun 6, 2009 -
15 answers
Looking to buy a new watch, something nice for daily wear but that won't break the bank. Suggest some great watch-makers. Looking for reputable and quality watch company suggestions. Criteria and background expanded on in full q!
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posted by PetiePal
on Dec 17, 2008 -
26 answers
I'm looking for
this watch, designed by Naoto Fukazawa. It is NOT part of his collection for Issey Miyake, nor was it designed for
±0. I can't find any details about it beyond what's on the IDEO page, and I'm guessing my inability to google in Japanese might be the problem. Help!
posted by symbebekos
on Jun 25, 2008 -
5 answers
I've lost or broken my third watch in three months! Help me find a cheap, seawater-proof watch.
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posted by ilyanassa
on Jun 19, 2008 -
11 answers
Looking for a watch that tells near-perfect time, doesn't require winding or battery replacement, has a comfortable band in hot and cold weather and will last at least 10 years. It just needs to show the time and preferably the date. It's either got to be something very special, or at the lowest price which meets the above standards. Style and uncomplicatedness a bonus.
posted by DirtyCreature
on Apr 5, 2007 -
41 answers
