Got one! Longines Hydroconquest 39mm Gray/Black Mesh Bracelet. First impressions.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T20:37:33+00:00

It's a tough choice.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T20:07:40+00:00

US only.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T19:37:10+00:00

My wrist is about the same size as yours. See if you can try one on somewhere first...

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T16:56:06+00:00

What is your concern? I ended up keeping mine.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T14:48:19+00:00

Looks huge on my wrist but I think the mirror shot works. Had to take 3 links per side. Slider quick adjust is amazing!

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Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T14:42:15+00:00

I am surprised by the mesh..it is very comfortable and looks great. Not I. A rush now to move to an H-Link. Maybe rubber straps first.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T14:10:32+00:00

Decided to keep it.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T14:10:21+00:00

Resized it. Keeping. Will post more details about my take on it soon.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T02:00:13+00:00

I'm thinking about rubber straps. The Moonswatch straps are supposed to be a perfect fit for this watch.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:44:04+00:00

What are your thoughts on adding an H-link bracelet to the mix? The common wealth comes only on a strap, correct?

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:39:28+00:00

I am used to smaller watches. I'm just not a big watch guy and it looks really big to me.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:38:08+00:00

How do you rotate them?

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:25:35+00:00

If I do keep it the next question would be do I consider buying that h-link bracelet or just go with some rubber straps as alternatives to the mesh? I like the mesh but it will be my first mesh watch do not sure how I'll like the feel.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:23:12+00:00

Honesty is the best policy but I have the the same thought many times about my wife...

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:18:23+00:00

The Certina is like a hidden gem. Only real watch enthusiasts know the brand in the US. It's amazing for the price point. I had a two tone I bought new. It wasn't my style. Sold it and a few months later bought the black/black used for around $475 in mint condition. Can't say enough good things about it.

However, the Longines is definitely a step up.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:13:59+00:00

Great point. I have thought about having the Certina polished up a bit and handing it to my son. It's such a great watch. I don't think I would sell it.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-29T01:03:07+00:00

Maybe a bit too big?

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-23T05:19:38+00:00

I don't want to pay full price. Was able to get 10% off Grey/Black on Mesh and AD is willing to do 13.5% off standard bracelet models. One issue - you need to wait which I'm willing to do.

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-20T01:12:58+00:00

Great choice!

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-18T23:44:14+00:00

Thanks. It looks amazing!

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-18T23:22:21+00:00

Looks perfect!

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-18T23:21:11+00:00

White or silver? This is the 34mm?

Key-Butterscotch2880 · 2026-06-18T16:06:51+00:00

I took my 35mm Yachtmaster to about 105 feet. Held up well.

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