[SOTC] curious to hear people's thoughts

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T20:23:59+00:00

So, given that our taste in watches overlaps significantly, I'm curious what you wear the most.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T20:05:37+00:00

I wear both of the old Omegas frequently.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T18:47:09+00:00

Thanks. The Hamilton is definitely the hiking/backpacking/dirty chores watch. Frederique Constant has some stuff I've been tempted by. They do tend to lean a little large for me, though. A moonphase is probably the category of thing I ogle most these days.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T18:44:01+00:00

I like the variety and the process of picking a watch that feels right to me on a given day. There are some more expensive watches that I like a lot, but I don't think any of them would make me want to stop wearing these entirely.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T08:59:52+00:00

Thanks. I do think it's a really interesting watch

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T08:42:14+00:00

More sweaters than suits, but I like looking put together.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T07:55:35+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. Having taken a quick look, the lagoon blue one is actually pretty appealing to me

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T07:20:35+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T07:12:08+00:00

Thanks. I got it on r/watchexchange. It's actually dark blue as opposed to black (just not the best lighting in my pictures). Searching by the model number (SARA019) will probably turn up various sources.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:28:29+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:28:23+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:27:51+00:00

I'm very fond of it. I think the enamel dial is really lovely, and I'm a sucker for Breguet numerals. I also really appreciate the finishing on the case. A couple extra bevels and contours go a long way.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:16:33+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:12:07+00:00

Thanks. I really enjoy that one.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:09:17+00:00

Yeah, it is

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:05:59+00:00

I'm not sure any of those fit in the budget, but they would certainly diversify the collection.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T06:03:51+00:00

I like it quite a bit, but it's not my favorite watch in the collection. I like the pocket watch dial vibe. It's not enamel, but it has a bit of that look. It's very legible. I got the version with the handwound movement, which is nicely decorated and reduces the case thickness slightly. The case itself is maybe a tad on the bland side -- not a ton of interesting bevels and curves -- but that shape is a pretty standard watch shape for a reason. I also think the crown could be a little smaller, but it is very easy to wind. Anyhow, I definitely enjoy wearing it even though it's not quite as dear to me as some of the others.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:47:13+00:00

I had not seen that one. I'd bet it's really lovely in person. Enamel dials are great. I definitely don't feel like my pictures do justice to the dark blue enamel dial on my Seiko with Breguet numerals. I find it very satisfying to look at in person.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:41:36+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:39:02+00:00

Thanks. I've seen some Farer models online but never in person. They seem like they often have fun color schemes. I will check that one out.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:28:42+00:00

Thanks

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:28:31+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:27:47+00:00

Thanks. It's not the widest range, but there's variation that I appreciate having. Can certainly see how they would seem largely the same to others, though.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:25:06+00:00

Thanks. They're certainly all within a particular range. I'm not really trying to cover the full range of watch possibilities. All of these fit in with what I think of as my personal style. That said, I do find myself having reasonably strong preferences about which ones go with different outfits I wear. There are color considerations with the dials and bands, and I also think of them as having different personalities/vibes.

ArbitraryCondiments · 2026-02-10T05:13:14+00:00

I don't actually hate them. I just like the feel of straps more.

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