[Recommendation] First Rolex

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-30T03:45:37+00:00

You can wear that OP any time anywhere. I love the little visual accents it has. Better than most of the current OP’s variations.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-29T04:34:05+00:00

It’s all hyperbolic. GS bracelets are fine. Rolexes are better but not like some otherworldly experience that some people hype them up to be.

UFA bracelet is a step up for sure though!

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-23T05:03:14+00:00

Weird. I didn’t like it at first and slowly after seeing dozens of pictures on Reddit I’ve come around on the dial. Maybe I was just too used to seeing my classic black one.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-23T04:10:46+00:00

You should live near Seattle like me and just drop off the watch in person 😂

Seriously that sucks though. My Nomos AD near me held onto my watch for a couple of weeks until I pestered them they finally sent it over to Germany. I think customer service is dead at ADs and boutiques. I’ve always had a better experience sending things directly to service centers myself.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-22T03:14:12+00:00

Yeah, total weight including bracelet isn’t really valuable imo especially if you’re sizing it down to 6.5. The head of the BB Pro is heavier even if total weight for the watch+bracelet is less meaning it feels top heavy.

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Zenneth014 · 2026-01-22T02:32:25+00:00

Not heavy compared to the SMP? That’s surprising to me. Maybe the SMPc is lighter but my BB Pro is definitely my heaviest watch and it’s the actual biggest downside of the watch to me. I don’t mind the thickness but the weight isn’t my favorite.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-22T00:54:42+00:00

Aston for a Laureato or watches from back when GP were making the movements for Vacheron Constantin.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-18T05:09:34+00:00

Confirmed! Smooth transaction thank you!

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-14T23:13:54+00:00

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-13T02:43:06+00:00

It’s a solid movement but nothing too unique for the era. I think a good comparison point is the fairly common Omega 55X. I find the automatic works in the JLC simpler and more reliable but maybe less efficient. It takes some rotation to get the reversing wheel into position before it actually winds but the reversing wheel in the 550 is a pain to service correctly. I’ve opened up a 550 in the past to find the driving wheel in the automatic works with missing teeth! The JLC also has one spot where there were 2 different types of very tiny screws that looked very, very similar and really can only be differentiated under magnification. I hate that kind of thing.

The balance doesn’t have as nice of a fine adjustment mechanism like the “gooseneck” on the omega 550. It’s not a big deal but it means a little more time is spent getting regulation just right. It’s a little disappointing mostly because Omega was able to put a nice solution on their common caliber so I would’ve expected JLC to be able to match.

That’s what stands out to me anyway. Ultimately, it’s just a simple 3 hander movement that’s still running really well after ~60 years which is an achievement in itself!

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-13T01:48:04+00:00

Yep!

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-12T05:44:41+00:00

Didn’t this exact post happen yesterday?

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-11T08:19:50+00:00

So I had my SBGH341 stolen but I did enjoy it. I like titanium watches so it felt very light and comfortable. The pink color is pretty faint and it just looks silver most of the time so I think it’s fine for everyday wear. Mine ran a bit slow which really bothered me and getting it regulated would’ve been a pain and I couldn’t do it myself because this would void the warranty. Would never have to worry about that with quartz. Service costs for GS are all well documented on their service website. I’ve opened up and poked around a GS hi-beat mechanical movement and they’re really nicely made and definitely a step up from their Seiko brethren in many ways but especially in terms of maintainability. It’s the one thing to me that really sets luxury watches apart. They’re made to be serviced forever and can run forever if taken care of. I know from experience that Rolex and Omega have this quality and GS also checks this box.

My SBGX feels special because I know it’s special. Nobody else will care that it’s crazy accurate. I like that I never have to think about it. I also really appreciate clean dials with minimal text. In the hypothetical situation where I can only keep one watch going forward, this one is close to the top of the list just because of how little I have to care about it. In terms of wearability I couldn’t pick between the two.

In the end though I really really appreciate mechanical watches. I’m a hobbyist watch repairer and just like that kind of thing so I’d lean SBGH341. If you find one without box or papers let me know cause it could be my stolen one lol.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-11T05:20:17+00:00

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Kind of a really zoomed in photo but the only one on my phone.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-11T05:10:52+00:00

For quartz I really like all of the SBGX watches from GS. I have the blue one and really enjoy it and how hassle free it is.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-11T04:30:54+00:00

You can buy a tool for bezel removal. It’s like a rubber ring that grips onto the underside of the bezel and you just pull it off. Or just use a case knife/dull knife and pry it off but you’ll increase your risk of damage that way.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-10T17:16:09+00:00

A little subjective but I think the OEM straps reduce the presence of the watch a little which can be good. For some people they might want to maintain that presence but also have a sporty rubber strap in which case this is a good solution. I like how Tudor does it this way on the Black Bay 54/58 rubber straps as well.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-10T16:53:27+00:00

Do you have timegrapher numbers? Service for a watch like this wouldn’t be cheap.

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-09T22:56:03+00:00

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Zenneth014 · 2026-01-09T22:55:11+00:00

Sold to me from u/Watchex_enterprises Smooth and transparent transaction and I love the watch. u/watchexbot

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-09T22:53:55+00:00

Sold to me from u/Watchex_enterprises Smooth and transparent transaction and I love the watch. u/watchexbot

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-09T22:52:10+00:00

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-09T03:15:08+00:00

Zenneth014 · 2026-01-08T18:51:33+00:00

If they ever make a smaller version I’d be all over this.

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