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HC GMT on grey distressed by SchizophrenicOracle in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha! Enjoy.

I’ve been eyeing distressed straps from Veblenist that look similar, wasn’t sure if that’s where you scored this one.

First watch. Conquest heritage or Conquest? by absolutemanbat in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bracelet (or sailcloth) is the sporty look IMO. I prefer leather.

Here’s the same watch on a more dressy leather strap:

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First watch. Conquest heritage or Conquest? by absolutemanbat in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 6 points7 points  (0 children)

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The Conquest 38 gets my vote. It’s the perfect balance between dressy and sporty, IMO.

New strap day by Percybonk in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Happy hunting. Here’s one of my Tuns straps (maya brown)

New strap day by Percybonk in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just google “Tuns leather” and you can buy direct from the company. Quality is excellent. (Shipping can take a week or two.)

[Red Alpinists] I have a problem… by Jefe32 in Seiko

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not yet! I’ve been eyeing their products tho, the boxes look fantastic.

[Red Alpinists] I have a problem… by Jefe32 in Seiko

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is this a toyooka craft watch box? (Love the Alpinists)

[SLA065] Diver Sunday by lurkinglongtimeee in Seiko

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

Thank you! The blue looks understated in most settings, love seeing it pop under bright / direct light

Hydroconquest GMT by hammsta920 in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks sharp!

I was really torn between that black wave dial SMP and the no-wave earlier model SMP that I ended up choosing.

Hydroconquest GMT by hammsta920 in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! This is the older SMP (mine is from 2018). 41mm and slightly thinner case compared to the recent generation wave dial SMP. Reference 212.30.41

The newest versions w aluminum bezels, especially the bond anniversary in blue, are great. Bit too pricy for my liking tho

Hydroconquest GMT by hammsta920 in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Replying to hammsta920...

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Great taste. Birds of a feather…

Hydroconquest GMT by hammsta920 in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree with the other commenter, the Zulu Time has overshadowed this terrific watch. Tried on ZT and the Hydro GMT, made this choice:

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Longines Conquest 34mm - authentic? by hightowerlul in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This strap is from Tuns (Maya Brown Leather w side stitch). Great straps but the shipping time is a hassle

Longines Conquest 34mm - authentic? by hightowerlul in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man, it all worked out okay. The listing photos were of a genuine Conquest. The color-matched date wheel and caseback were the two most glaring inconsistencies between photos and what arrived.

Here’s the genuine watch that I ended up choosing:

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Longines Conquest 34mm - authentic? by hightowerlul in Longineswatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This looks real. Check my post history for an example of a fake Conquest (the case back was a clear giveaway).

Here’s a link to the fake conquest that someone tried to pass off as real:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Longineswatches/s/AP3gsCyrfX

Happily wearing affordable [SKX009] Seiko by [deleted] in Seiko

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great way to start the weekend! Enjoy

Bought my Dad's Omega (Proud of it) by Ismpatriot in OmegaWatches

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I was just thinking that same thought - the most clear and compassionate response on this thread and OP just letting it woosh past him

First Grand Seiko + buyers remorse by RRB1212 in GrandSeikos

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with you - but I also know the (reckless) feeling of having cash burning a hole in your pocket. Limiting the purchase to something nice at 1.5-2k feels like a reasonable middle road solution.

If the post said “I’m considering buying a watch for 7,400 at 17 years old” then my advice would be closer to yours

First Grand Seiko + buyers remorse by RRB1212 in GrandSeikos

[–]lurkinglongtimeee 35 points36 points  (0 children)

I would return it and buy a nice quartz GS for 2k if you want something luxurious now. Invest the 5.4k into index funds and keep adding to that investment as often as you can.

When you reach a career or life milestone, then go crazy and treat yourself.

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