expired Posted by phoinix | Staff • Aug 1, 2024
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expired Posted by phoinix | Staff • Aug 1, 2024
Aug 1, 2024 4:32 PM
Casio MDV106 Series Unisex Analog Stainless Steel Watch (various)
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As far as automatic watches not needing service, good luck with that I guess? lol
Quartz watches losing their WR eating after being opened? Another falsity. Maybe if the service was done poorly. A gasket check should be done and it should also be replaced when the watch is opened every so many years. A new Casio gasket costs like $3.
Finally, your "quartz watches need to get a new battery every 2-3 years" statement? Also mostly false. Depends entirely on the model. Some Casios have 10 year batteries in them. The Tough Solar models are rechargeable and there are people who have solar Casios that have been running for 15-20 years or more with zero capacitor change required.
I need a dress watch. This Looks fine , might give it a try.
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Like I said, I prefer automatics, but my father, who grew up with them, hates them.
The duro is ok, but it's a little big for me, this bracelet isn't great (not very flexible at all) but it's comfortable enough, the lume is just ok at best, and the crystal scratches pretty easily. Still, for the price, it's hard to beat.
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Like I said, I prefer automatics, but my father, who grew up with them, hates them.
The duro is ok, but it's a little big for me, this bracelet isn't great (not very flexible at all) but it's comfortable enough, the lume is just ok at best, and the crystal scratches pretty easily. Still, for the price, it's hard to beat.
If I want the everyday convenience of a battery driven watch, I would get a smartwatch for the added features. Otherwise, it's an automatic, for nothing else, just the mere amazement in crafting something that runs off the mere motion of your wrist.
If I want the everyday convenience of a battery driven watch, I would get a smartwatch for the added features. Otherwise, it's an automatic, for nothing else, just the mere amazement in crafting something that runs off the mere motion of your wrist.
At the end of the day though... automatic/manual is outdated, higher maintenance costs and more maintenance to set all the time (and not nearly as accurate), but they sure are pretty! Quartz just tick away until the battery dies, then you replace few times and then hopefully the board doesn't die (talking opt you Invicta!).
Finally, you have a smart watch which.... is now the undeniable GADA watch (if you charge it daily).
So, I agree that the wedge in quartz is now where the squeeze is. No real need for it if you can get a smartwatch and keep the automatic for when you want it.
If I want the everyday convenience of a battery driven watch, I would get a smartwatch for the added features. Otherwise, it's an automatic, for nothing else, just the mere amazement in crafting something that runs off the mere motion of your wrist.
From my perspective, automatics are certainly technical marvels to behold. No question there. But they are more jewelry than timepieces at this point.
The selling point of a quartz watch is the durability combined with unparalleled accuracy that even the most expensive automatics in the world costing 10s of thousands of dollars cannot compete with.
I have about 7 automatic watches ranging from $80 to thousands for up to 17 years. None have required servicing.
Quartz needs to change the battery every 2 to 3 years. Most authorized repair place will tell you (on higher end quartz) once you open up the watch, the waterproof rating is gone. It will still be somewhat water resistant but it will never be the same. Not sure how true that is, but who wants to deal with that unknown, especially every 2-3 years.
As far as automatic watches not needing service, good luck with that I guess? lol
Quartz watches losing their WR eating after being opened? Another falsity. Maybe if the service was done poorly. A gasket check should be done and it should also be replaced when the watch is opened every so many years. A new Casio gasket costs like $3.
Finally, your "quartz watches need to get a new battery every 2-3 years" statement? Also mostly false. Depends entirely on the model. Some Casios have 10 year batteries in them. The Tough Solar models are rechargeable and there are people who have solar Casios that have been running for 15-20 years or more with zero capacitor change required.
If you have a fitness tracker why not just get one with a clock?
That said, this watch has a screw back case and even the most novice of watch enthusiasts can easily perform a battery swap with a $8 tool from AliExpress.
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