help me pick a piece!

[03ozwhip]

EDIT: DOWN TO 3

Alright guys, I'm having a dilemma. It's my 5 year wedding anniversary in October and im going to be getting a nice piece that i can enjoy for years to come, until my 10 year that is lol

Anyways, im having trouble deciding between 5 pieces and i need a little help from the gurus! here we go...

LUM-TEC M51 Phantom. I like this piece because its classy plain and simple and I have nothing like it. I also like the fact that it comes with 3 strap, rubber, leather and SS.
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/lumtecm51.jpg

Tag Heuer F1 Chrono but an Indy 500 Edition. From what I have found, this is a limited edition. I like the grey face and red chrono hand, with the red indy 500 embossed on the front and side of the casing, it just looks so clean and sharp for a chrono.
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/tagheuerindy.png

The last and most expensive choice is another Tag Heuer F1 Chrono. i love this bastard just because of the brushed black ceramic and the anthracite dial, the color combo is awesome.

i dont care that its a quartz, it doesnt matter to me, it is just a killer looking piece, but more than double the price of the LUM-TEC and almost 1k more than the indy 500.
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/tagf1.jpg
Any help and opinions would be helpful in my search for a higher end piece!

[EG6boi]

Tag Heuers' are always nice, simple sporty pieces, but I feel like since you've picked up that Tissot T-Race, it's best to go with something either more sophisticated or for everyday wear.

For a more everyday wear, I really like the Oris TT3 Chronograph Automatic;
Oris TT3 Chronograph (http://www.oris.ch/collections/collections_detail.aspx?ln=en&modelid=196)

And for a more sophisticated look, I think a Tag Heuer Link piece would be nice. Something like the Link - Calibre 16 Automatic Chornograph
Tag Heuer Link (http://us.tagheuer.com/en/home#/thecollections-menswatches-watches-link-products-calibre16automaticchrono-productsheet-cat2011-ba0952)


But if I was to choose based upon your picks, I like the Tag Heuer F1 with the black crown. I find that the other version with the brushed crown looks awkward because it looks separated from the entire watch case.

[rage2]

If I'm going for a TAG Heuer F1, I'd go for the new 2012 models.

The Stealth (CAU1117):
http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/dmfarm/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/c/a/cau1114.ft6024-2.jpg

The Stealth + Red (CAU1114):
http://professionalwatches.com/upload/2012/01/baselworld_2012_tag_heuer_form/CAU1117.FT6024-THF1-SEDUCTION-HD-2012.jpg

Both are available with either rubber strap as shown, or bracelet.

The Indy 500 you posted is the 2012 model, while the other 2 are the last gen model. While the last gen Indy 500 was a limited edition watch, I'm fairly sure that the 2012 model is NOT a limited edition.

[flipstah]

I was going to recommend the stealth version of the F1 as well.

It gives what you want without the Stainless Steel looks. IMO, the red version doesn't make it 'clean'.

However out of the ones you selected, I'd go for LUM-TEC.

The X-Mach is too busy from what you're looking for,

"...classy plain and simple and I have nothing like it"

[ga16i]

Looks like we have very different taste in watches, but of the bunch I like the 2nd Tag with the stainless crown the best.

Tag <> Hamilton > Lum Tec ;)

[03ozwhip]

damn! i thought this would be easier with you guys pointing me in the right direction, you guys just made my choices even harder!

also, i do want to keep the price fairly reasonable, so if you guys are posting alternatives, please post something i wont get my dick ripped off for putting on the list lol

[AaronK]

Wow that Stealth F1 is gorgeous!

[AaronK]

Originally posted by rage2
If I'm going for a TAG Heuer F1, I'd go for the new 2012 models.

The Stealth (CAU1117):

The Stealth + Red (CAU1114):

Both are available with either rubber strap as shown, or bracelet.


Just a heads up, you got the model numbers backwards on these 2 :P

[flipstah]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
damn! i thought this would be easier with you guys pointing me in the right direction, you guys just made my choices even harder!

also, i do want to keep the price fairly reasonable, so if you guys are posting alternatives, please post something i wont get my dick ripped off for putting on the list lol

LUM-TEC is cheaper than the F1's but by ~$2-300? I think F1's are $1100 while the LUM-TEC is $800 range?

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

[ercchry]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
damn! i thought this would be easier with you guys pointing me in the right direction, you guys just made my choices even harder!

also, i do want to keep the price fairly reasonable, so if you guys are posting alternatives, please post something i wont get my dick ripped off for putting on the list lol

i just ordered a lum-tec M, maybe you can try it on when it gets here. if that would help. the multiple straps is what really sold me (i ordered the destroy strap too) so its like i just bought 4 watches.

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by flipstah


LUM-TEC is cheaper than the F1's but by ~$2-300? I think F1's are $1100 while the LUM-TEC is $800 range?

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

ya the LUM-TEC is $835 the F1's rance from $1200 to about $1400. im not opposed to spending $1500, but i would say that SHOULD be my max, if i want my anniversary to be a good one lol.


Originally posted by ercchry


i just ordered a lum-tec M, maybe you can try it on when it gets here. if that would help. the multiple straps is what really sold me (i ordered the destroy strap too) so its like i just bought 4 watches.

see, thats what is drawing me to the LUM-TEC, the TAG name and quality is drawing me in that way and i just like the Hamilton, but Flipstah is right, it may be too busy, my wife even said so and she knows nothing of time pieces.

[KRyn]

Get the Stealth, way nicer watch.

[03ozwhip]

Rage, youve made me look at the stealth, damn you to hell. however, i have a piece with a rubber strap and want something with stainless or ceramic, i think.

so the next best option might be this one, but fuck, its out of my price range by alot it seems. damn it rage!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/tagf1.jpg

[austic]

I like the ones Rage posted but out of the first few I like the second TAG with the SS crown.

[03ozwhip]

^^see, honestly, thats the one i least like haha i think im going to take that one out of the equation.

[ercchry]

dont forget you have man wrists... and that tag is a what? 41mm?

[03ozwhip]

the tags are 42mm, which isnt bad. my citizen is 40mm which is a tad small and my bulova is 42mm which i dont mind at all.

my tissot is 45mm without the crown 48mm with and thats a great size for me i think.

the LUM-TEC is a perfect size for me at 44mm and has a small crown which probably makes it around 46mm, which is definitely the right size for me.

i was just talking to GOnSHO about how i dont realy like 50mm+ pieces, but i think its the wide open faces that i dont like, but my Tissot is just shy of the 50mm mark so i think that the chronos in bigger sizes could work for me, not that im looking at those types right now, but still just a little info off topic lol

[Sugarphreak]

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[austic]

Or just buy the more expensive one .... Its always better to beg forgiveness than ask permission.

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak
Of the watches you’ve listed I would pick the Lum-tec. It is classy and unique, they are generally numbered and limited in release, and they come with great component sets complete with lifetime free adjustments. I think it is a great choice in general.

I know not everybody will agree, but I see nothing special about the other ones you have listed, they are all on the cheap end of their brand. It is like buying a BMW X1, ok sure... it is still a BMW, but everybody is going to know the only reason you got it was because you couldn't afford the X3 or X5.

My personal suggestion for your price range is to look at a the Seiko lineup, you can get a truly amazing watch in your price range that will be recognized the world over. Not only that, it will last forever; which IMO is a perfect tribute for a wedding anniversary.

i do have to agree that the lower end TAGs maybe do say " hey i cant afford a better TAG" the reality is, i can afford it, i just dont want to at this point, so i have set myself a limit(ish).

im pretty sure i have phased out 3 of the now 6 that i am looking at.

my list still consists of the LUM-TEC the Indy 500 and the 2012 F1.

[03ozwhip]

queson for ou LUM-TECers out there that have changeable straps, how hard/easy is it to change straps?

[jsn]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
Rage, youve made me look at the stealth, damn you to hell. however, i have a piece with a rubber strap and want something with stainless or ceramic, i think.

so the next best option might be this one, but fuck, its out of my price range by alot it seems. damn it rage!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/tagf1.jpg

My vote goes for the ceramic F1. I was really tempted to buy this watch when I was in the market for one. It was abit more than I was looking to spend at the time, so I bought a Hamilton instead.

[ercchry]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
queson for ou LUM-TECers out there that have changeable straps, how hard/easy is it to change straps?

pretty damn easy

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f29/610903d1327438003-***sold***-lum-tec-m51-*final-price-reduction*-complete-near-mint-mint-condition-*lots-pics*-dsc_0998.jpg

for me this is an easy choice... like fully loaded boss302 vs entry level bmw

[03ozwhip]

my only issue with the LUM-TEC is that it is an Automatic and i wont be wearing it everyday so the time is going to slip away fast, is it not? id have to rewind it pretty often, no?

[ercchry]

you can get a winder, wear it every 39 hours, or not care :dunno:

i just tossed on an auto on today that i havent worn for a month. drove to work, then set the time. there is normally a two step crown so you can set the date separate of the time. takes all of a minute to set it to the right date/time. i wouldnt worry about it.

[LongCity]

How much is the Hamilton X-Mach and the F1 Stealth?

[ga16i]

Originally posted by ercchry
you can get a winder, wear it every 39 hours, or not care :dunno:

i just tossed on an auto on today that i havent worn for a month. drove to work, then set the time. there is normally a two step crown so you can set the date separate of the time. takes all of a minute to set it to the right date/time. i wouldnt worry about it.

Damn right, you can be pimp picking out your watch for the day and then setting it or winding it with others present like a boss.

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by LongCity
How much is the Hamilton X-Mach and the F1 Stealth?

the hamilton is about $1500 and the Stealth is about $1900 MSRP, so i can likely get it around $1700.


Originally posted by ga16i


Damn right, you can be pimp picking out your watch for the day and then setting it or winding it with others present like a boss.

LOL, i can manage, ercchry is right, its not that big of a deal, i made it out to be more of one than it is.

[03ozwhip]

Ok, let's forget about Lum-Tec for now as I think I'm going to get it regardless, so, what would you guys do?

The ceramic F1 pictured above or an Omega Seastar Quartz "James Bond" in stainless with a black bezel and dial.
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/300-m-quartz/21230416101001

I'm so torn, help one more time please!

[flipstah]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
Ok, let's forget about Lum-Tec for now as I think I'm going to get it regardless, so, what would you guys do?

The ceramic F1 pictured above or an Omega Seastar Quartz &quot;James Bond&quot; in stainless with a black bezel and dial.
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/300-m-quartz/21230416101001

I'm so torn, help one more time please!

Ceramic F1.

[03ozwhip]

so.....why?

[flipstah]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
so.....why?

For me, im not a fan of the Seamaster. Its definitely classier than the F1 but you have the Lum-Tec to cover that aspect.

[statick]

Personally, between the two, I'd get the Omega Seamaster. I think it looks better, which is subjective, and I feel it is very versatile. The F1 is ceramic while the Seamaster isn't, but I'd still stick with the latter. Have you tried on either? Try them both, see which is more comfortable, which fits & suits your wrist better and which has the fit & finish that resonates with you. That specific Seamaster (quartz) has been discontinued, but I wouldn't be surprised if, between all of the dealers in town, there are still a few kicking around.

[ercchry]

boom

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jTSW8Wdc2Qc/UDUgD2b_AHI/AAAAAAAAAR0/MJuNj3lqqbI/s675/2012-08-22

[ercchry]

so back to switching straps...

oem leather-cake, has quick change bars
aftermarket leather/oem rubber- not too bad
oem steel- a straight bitch

but just for you i cycled them all!

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i2pqhUiUL_o/UDV2-bb2JgI/AAAAAAAAASU/vS11fyyieLs/s761/2012-08-22

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-fH-DMWszzQM/UDV3AWVMiyI/AAAAAAAAASo/NlCPyvLv_n0/s761/2012-08-22

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-gptr7yJJz6I/UDV3CVrDnRI/AAAAAAAAAS8/zcjoi9uJJgc/s761/2012-08-22

[03ozwhip]

You're the shhit dude! Looks good! I checked out the omega and fuck its nice, its so difficult to pick something.

[03ozwhip]

alright, i pulled the trigger guys and i went partially with what i was looking for!

went with the LUM-TEC M51 Phantom!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/lumtecm51.jpg

aaanndd the LUM-TEC M46!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/m46.jpg

the reason i went with 2 is because i contacted Wrist Weapon and they are giving me a smoking price for the 2. the M51 will be shipped tomorrow, the M46 will be about a week since i has to come from LUM-TEC. cant wait!

thanks for your guys' help with my decision, i know i was all over the place lol

[852VR6]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
alright, i pulled the trigger guys and i went partially with what i was looking for!

went with the LUM-TEC M51 Phantom!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/lumtecm51.jpg

aaanndd the LUM-TEC M46!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/m46.jpg

the reason i went with 2 is because i contacted Wrist Weapon and they are giving me a smoking price for the 2. the M51 will be shipped tomorrow, the M46 will be about a week since i has to come from LUM-TEC. cant wait!

thanks for your guys' help with my decision, i know i was all over the place lol

May I ask how much of a discount it was since you bought 2 from them? Also can you post a wrist shot of the M46 please!

[03ozwhip]

ill pm you. the M51 is being shipped today, the M46 ill get likely next week but you better believe ill post pics when i get them :thumbsup:

[flipstah]

The Phantom is a great choice. Good job! :thumbsup: :drool:

[03ozwhip]

thanks man! im really liking the look of the M46 with the black and red accents and its just another watch to go with some different clothes, so i didnt mind it in a quartz, especially for the price i paid.

waiting patiently...lol

[AaronK]

Very nice choice with the Phantom

[flipstah]

I'll be waiting for your pics because I've been needing justification in coughing up $800 for a LUM-TEC. :)

[03ozwhip]

here it is in case some of you missed it in the friday thread
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/007-7.jpg

[flipstah]

You're a scumbag and I'm just jealous. :drool:

[03ozwhip]

well that was obviously rude. but its true! mwahahaha so you like it then? :D

i knew i made a good choice when it came in, man it looks clean as hell. i had the stainless strap on it and it didnt fit, it was too small, so i took it in to Watch it! and got them to change to the leather strap.

its so comfortable and so classy, i love it. oh and also, i love love love the sweeping second hand, ive never had an auto, so im pretty impressed so far.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
well that was obviously rude. but its true! mwahahaha so you like it then? :D

i knew i made a good choice when it came in, man it looks clean as hell. i had the stainless strap on it and it didnt fit, it was too small, so i took it in to Watch it! and got them to change to the leather strap.

its so comfortable and so classy, i love it. oh and also, i love love love the sweeping second hand, ive never had an auto, so im pretty impressed so far.

Good choice indeed! Automatic's are awesome but PITA if you don't have a winder and you rotate watches like I do. Especially if it has a calendar function or GMT. :banghead:

[03ozwhip]

ya, i might alternate wearing it every second day, ill have to keep my collection to a max of 6 so i dont stop wearing it.

im cleaning out my collection to start getting some higher end ones and possibly more automatics, so i may even need to get a winder soon.

[taemo]

great looking watch! good call

[ercchry]

the metal was too small?! i took 4 links out of mine :rofl:

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by ercchry
the metal was too small?! i took 4 links out of mine :rofl:

LOL, ya it must have been sized for a 12 year old before it was shipped, i dont have that big of wrists, im only a 7 1/2 i think.

[ercchry]

strange, im around there too. did you get extra links? all you need is a thumb tac to add them in

[ga16i]

Congrats on the new automatic! Let's see some lume shots of this lum-tec soon. I'm currently down to one automatic for now and it's pretty happy not sharing the spot in the single winder I got. Before when I was swapping, they both struggled to stay powered up.

[ercchry]

well now that you have an auto, its probably time to grab this :D

http://robbreport.com/Watches/Doettlings-New-Watch-Safe-Sits-Pretty

[03ozwhip]

they forgot to throw the links in, or i would have put them on myself, theyll be here today.

[ga16i]

Originally posted by ercchry
well now that you have an auto, its probably time to grab this :D

http://robbreport.com/Watches/Doettlings-New-Watch-Safe-Sits-Pretty

$85k?!!! You can hire someone full time to wear your watches for you for that kind of money.

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by ga16i
Congrats on the new automatic! Let's see some lume shots of this lum-tec soon. I'm currently down to one automatic for now and it's pretty happy not sharing the spot in the single winder I got. Before when I was swapping, they both struggled to stay powered up.

funny thing is, i have this awesome DSLR(that i barely know how to use) and i cant get it to take a good pic in the dark, so i took a shitty one with my BB. trust me when i say this, this picture does it no justice.

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/cory_mr2/IMG-20120831-00066.jpg

[ercchry]

all dslr's have this cheat code... find dial, spin to "A" ... remove lens cap... :rofl:

[03ozwhip]

lol tried that cheat code, didnt work, my screen keeps telling me its too dark or it will just use flash, which defeats the purpose.

im retarded when it comes to cameras, too many settings lol either way, off topic but ya thats the best i can do right now, ill try and put up a better one later.

[flipstah]

If you increase exposure and have a tripod, you can do it.

[ercchry]

slow down shutter speed ;)

[03ozwhip]

did i give you guys the impression i know what im doing? lol because im sorry if i did haha!

id have to look in the instructions i dont have a clue and i havent had any real time to mess with it.

[ercchry]

just put the dial on "S" for shutter priority, the click wheel will adjust the exposure time and everything else will be auto

[flipstah]

Originally posted by ercchry
just put the dial on &quot;S&quot; for shutter priority, the click wheel will adjust the exposure time and everything else will be auto

:werd:

The smaller the fractions, the faster it is.

1/300 is faster than 1/25 sec which is faster than 1 sec.