Wrist Watch Decision
The problem with the batteries is really a problem with me. I rotate watches and from time to time, I'll leave a watch sit for years. I've had to replace the movements on two watches because the battery died and leaked all over the place like in an old flashlight. Yes, automatics and mechanicals do need to be serviced from time to time to ensure water resistance and for lubrication. That being said, my fencing instructor had worn a seiko automatic since early in Viet-Nam conflict and has never had it serviced--after over 40 years.
My view on batteries is a personal thing--pluses and minuses. If you need an accurate watch and don't like hassles short term--winding, resetting time etc, quartz watches are great and available for much less cash. I just haven't enjoyed catastrophic failure--even and especially if due to my own neglect.
My view on batteries is a personal thing--pluses and minuses. If you need an accurate watch and don't like hassles short term--winding, resetting time etc, quartz watches are great and available for much less cash. I just haven't enjoyed catastrophic failure--even and especially if due to my own neglect.
Hey All, Made my decision and went with the Luminox, but not the 8401. BBQ BOY posted the pic with the Luminox 6101 and I really liked the way it looks ... so pulled the trigger on it. I'll keep ya updated when it comes in 
. Thanks for all of the feedback, Take Very Good Care and Be Safe Always.
BTW, the pic is courtesy of JOMASHOP.com.
God Bless :)
-raven-
. Thanks for all of the feedback, Take Very Good Care and Be Safe Always.BTW, the pic is courtesy of JOMASHOP.com.
God Bless :)
-raven-
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Gil, I love the look of that watch! It's just awesome! The bead-blasted case really sets off the black face and dial. Too cool for school!raven wrote:Hey All, Made my decision and went with the Luminox, but not the 8401. BBQ BOY posted the pic with the Luminox 6101 and I really liked the way it looks ... so pulled the trigger on it. I'll keep ya updated when it comes in
BTW, the pic is courtesy of JOMASHOP.com.
God Bless :)
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My dad went through 3 Luminox Watches b/c he kept breaking the crystal, he's a boat captain though, so not exactly easy on watches, but still. He ended up throwing it overboard when the third screen cracked.
edit: I got my Victorinox Ground Force from Joma Shop for an AWESOME price last year, although it too is now broken (nothing serious, just haven't fixed it yet).
edit: I got my Victorinox Ground Force from Joma Shop for an AWESOME price last year, although it too is now broken (nothing serious, just haven't fixed it yet).
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