What watch are you wearing?

[Delgado]

[mecheng89]

[Frosty]

On 7/1/2021 at 7:36 AM, JCA12 said:

Hope this is the right topic to ask this question. 

I have a Garmin Forerunner 25, and my straps have broken. I have repaired them with glue but it's a temporary fix. 

I can't seem to find straps locally from reputable dealers. 

If I look at the straps for the 220/235/620/630/735 they all use the same strap which looks the same.

I've tried to go to a physical store to look at the band's but can't find stock. Can get the 220 strap from Takealot but I don't want to buy something if it won't fit.

Does anyone have a 220/235/620/735 and can take a photo of the measurements of the strap (width and width where the bolt goes through to connect to the watch.)

My 25's strap

 

the strap for the 220 etc. 

I’ve bought a strap for my 735XT, twice, on Takealot. It’s not the original, but it’s compatible.

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Replacement Band - Black/Grey available to buy online at @TAKEALOT We offer fast, reliable delivery to your door.
https://www.takealot.com/garmin-forerunner-735xt-replacement-band-black-grey/PLID46768336

 

[BaGearA]

Still can't believe I'm lucky enough to own this thing 

[Fruity]

Nothing too fancy although it was a gift from my Mrs so it's special to me 😛

[EddieV]

Anyone know what is the best brand battery to get for a Citizen Promaster diver's watch? Or what brand the manufacturer used as initial battery?

CITIZEN PROMASTER AQUALAND WR 200MT JP1010-51E

It takes a 3V  CR2016, but the watch is very sensitive to voltage drop. Moment it goes below 2.8V the watch low battery indicator starts - (second hand moves 2s every 2s instead 1 x 1)

Think I replaced it with Panasonic the last time. It lasted only a year.

Energiser seems to be a good choice, but would prefer to use the manufacturers default brand?

 

[BaGearA]

On 9/5/2022 at 11:07 AM, EddieV said:

Anyone know what is the best brand battery to get for a Citizen Promaster diver's watch? Or what brand the manufacturer used as initial battery?

CITIZEN PROMASTER AQUALAND WR 200MT JP1010-51E

It takes a 3V  CR2016, but the watch is very sensitive to voltage drop. Moment it goes below 2.8V the watch low battery indicator starts - (second hand moves 2s every 2s instead 1 x 1)

Think I replaced it with Panasonic the last time. It lasted only a year.

Energiser seems to be a good choice, but would prefer to use the manufacturers default brand?

 

Hi Eddie , did you eventually come right with this ? 

[EddieV]

14 hours ago, BaGearA said:

Hi Eddie , did you eventually come right with this ? 

Thx, I did. I replaced it with an Energizer, and seems fine for now. If it falls below the required minimum voltage (2.8V) within the year, I'll try a Renata battery next.

Renata and Maxell seems to be the default battery used by most watchmakers?

I had the Energizer battery on hand though, and just went with it for now.

[Andymann]

On 3/31/2022 at 10:29 PM, the nerd said:

 

i will send you a PM, I know a guy (not in pta) but in JHB who I trust fully! 

Could you perhaps send me his number too? Going through some boxes and I found my Grandfathers Omega from 1969. Not really my style and the date isn't working so I would like to check and see what it would cost to refurbish before I decided what to do with it.

 

Thanks!

 

[the nerd]

On 1/3/2023 at 12:50 PM, Andymann said:

Could you perhaps send me his number too? Going through some boxes and I found my Grandfathers Omega from 1969. Not really my style and the date isn't working so I would like to check and see what it would cost to refurbish before I decided what to do with it.

 

Thanks!

 

That is an awesome thing to find! I will PM you Alexanders number! 

 

[Wyatt Earp]

Wow

 

Was going though the chit chat after a long absence.

Surprised to see this thread still going.

[Wyatt Earp]

My little Oris Chronoris Speedtimer with inner rotating bezel for timing.

[BaGearA]

My daily

[The Ouzo]

A present from my then girlfriend, now wife, when she still worked at duty free. So it probably just over 20 years old. 

Edited January 11, 2023 by The Ouzo
Forgot to add pic

[awesme]

I have 2,

a TAG Heuer Kirium that I bought while I stayed in Chicago in 2000 as a xMas press from me to me, so that’s 23 yrs old.

and then a Garmin Vivoactive 4 that my wife help pay for for this past xMas.

G

Edited January 11, 2023 by awesme

[Wyatt Earp]

5 hours ago, BaGearA said:

My daily

These are very nice.

That dial is mesmerizing, sold mine a while back.

Used to wear it on a nato.