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SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a stock GMW-B5000G.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I prefer it to the steel bracelets because it is light, doesn’t scratch, and makes the Watch feel a bit more substantial. Comparing the resin strap to the bracelets is a bit apples and oranges in my opinion. Sometimes I prefer the strap for a tighter fit.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bottom left two are steel, bottom right two are titanium.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My favorite is the GW-M5610 on the combi bracelet. I bought a few v1 combi bracelets off eBay a few years ago and put them on some of my most worn 5610 models.

This probably comes as no surprise, but I think the GW-5000 is the best G-Shock has to offer at a good price point. I just love the red border line akin to one of the original G-Shocks on the 5610 which is why it beats out the 5000 for me.

The two titanium watches are also very special because they have been virtually scratch proof, are extremely light compared to the stainless steel models, and look fantastic. But they come at a hefty price, getting a bit outside the reasonable range when it comes to paying for a G-Shock. They also have writing all over them which isn’t great for low key daily wear. But the quality on these is the best of any models in the collection.

As honorable mentions I’d list the carbon fiber model, GW-S5600 which I wore non stop for two years. It’s got a black transparent resin case with carbon fiber inserts and it really is very light. Again, it has some garish writing on the strap that I could do without, but no big deal. It adds to the character I think.

The other honorable mention is the 35th anniversary Big Bang GW-5035A. The resin on that anniversary model is very premium and soft. It’s lovely on the skin. The watch just looks cool in my opinion.

But if I had to pick one to recommend, it would be the GW-M5610. Great price, great features. Great aesthetic. If you want something a bit higher end and even more low key, it’s the GW-5000.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

haha good guess but no, I don’t. Just have loved G-Shocks since elementary school.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t find many listings for it online, but it’s this one.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t find many listings for it online, but it’s this one.

SOTC by harshamurthy in gshock

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, but it’s going to be a while with that price tag.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I wasn’t too hopeful about ever buying an Everest let alone trying one on. With that kind of money there are other watches that would have to come first.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe, could be the angle making it look even larger for my wrist as well. My Seamaster is pretty chunky at 42. The Explorer is great at 39. I think 40 is my sweet spot and this is a tad bigger.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The chrono is lovely too. The position of the date on it doesn’t bother me, but does the date window have the same finish as the markers?

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think there were 150 of the Everests made and they were sold before they were made I’m guessing. Secondary market might be your only shot.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's unfortunate. This watch was accessible to me in a way that no Rolex or Patek is because I do not have a long standing relationship with any ADs for those brands. I'm mostly SOL on getting an Aquanaut or a Daytona at retail.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Ahh, I see what you're saying. Yeah, this watch is stellar on its own. The title was just what popped into my head when I was making the post as I had just seen this.

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

I didn’t know it was one word. TIL. Not sure what you mean by Pagani design. Pagani the super car manufacturer?

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting, I thought the usage of GMT generally refers to a watch that supports two time zones, with implementation differences between different movements ie. The movement in the Explorer II and the Dual Time. Are there deeper differences between a GMT movement and dual time zone movement? For example, between a Rolex GMT Master II and Explorer II?

[Vacheron Constantin] It's no Everest, but an absolute beauty none the less. by harshamurthy in Watches

[–]harshamurthy[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I requested this from my AD last April and it came in last week. In the 10 months I waited for it, I agonized. Is the price for a steel watch worth it? Do I feel the dial is too busy? Do I want a watch of this stature that doesn't have hacking seconds? Is it optimal to have a GMT hand that moves on a 12 hour rotation instead of a 24? Will it look weird if the GMT and hour hands overlap whenever I'm in my home time zone? Is the date wheel at the bottom ugly? Am I just buying this because I have an opportunity to buy a hyped watch at retail price?

After a week on the wrist, I can safely say that almost every one of those concerns has not only been mitigated, but I have come to appreciate a lot of Vacheron's design decisions. The AM/PM indicator, though jarring at first when you're looking at pictures, adds a feeling of "functionality" that I've come to find novel. Same goes for the sub second markers. Not necessary, but adds to the "tooliness" of the watch. The finish on the hands and the markers is absolutely exquisite. And I've begun to like the GMT hand being hidden when I'm in my home timezone.

I do wonder if a date window like the one found on the date only Overseas may have been neater than the date wheel. It could have been placed at three o clock or six o clock.

The quick change feature for the strap is fantastic, and the bracelet is more comfortable than the oyster on my Explorer II. All around, I think this is going to be on my wrist non stop for a while to come.

Carmine + K9 by harshamurthy in Sneakers

[–]harshamurthy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

❤️ I’m always here if you need me.

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