# Watch Crew: What to buy? **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [August 23, 2007, 8:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295 "2007-08-23T08:38:05Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 74
**Author:** ![boardjnky4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@boardjnky4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boardjnky4)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2013, 8:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1461 "2013-12-23T08:46:01Z")
There probably aren’t a whole lot of fake Hamiltons out there. They’re not expensive or well known enough for it to be a profitable venture. What kind of sketchy vendors are you looking at? ---
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2013, 8:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1462 "2013-12-23T08:50:11Z")
[authenticwatchstore.com](http://authenticwatchstore.com) certified watch store on amazon (that link will go to it). they dont offer the manuf. warranty, just their own. [itmustbetime.com](http://itmustbetime.com) couple others… It seems weird to me that none of the well known places like jomashop or [authenticwatch.com](http://authenticwatch.com) (or even amazon not through a 3rd party) have it available, yet i cant find it for sale used either. ---
**Author:** ![maverick27](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/maverick27/32/4946_2.png) [@maverick27](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/maverick27)\ **Post date:** [December 26, 2013, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1463 "2013-12-26T19:30:46Z")
Where do you all recommend going in the area for bracelet sizing, repairs, anything of that sort? Will any place be OK sizing a bracelet? And what should I expect to pay to have a link or two removed if needed? ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2013, 7:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1464 "2013-12-27T07:16:44Z")
just buy a $15 tool kit off ebay and size things yourself. ---
**Author:** ![Beck](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/beck/32/28683_2.png) [@Beck](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Beck)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2013, 6:53am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1465 "2013-12-28T06:53:26Z")
> [@maverick27](#): > > Where do you all recommend going in the area for bracelet sizing, repairs, anything of that sort? Will any place be OK sizing a bracelet? And what should I expect to pay to have a link or two removed if needed? [http://www.scherersjewelers.com/](http://www.scherersjewelers.com/) ---
**Author:** ![buffalo\_vr4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7ea924/32.png) [@buffalo\_vr4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/buffalo_vr4)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2013, 9:56am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1466 "2013-12-28T09:56:30Z")
> [@maverick27](#): > > Where do you all recommend going in the area for bracelet sizing, repairs, anything of that sort? Will any place be OK sizing a bracelet? And what should I expect to pay to have a link or two removed if needed? like bing said, invest a kit and you will get unlimited sizing or minor repairs. you can also use youtube as a reference. ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2013, 4:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1467 "2013-12-28T16:56:02Z")
watch sizing is mostly done as a courtesy at a jewellery store. if you bought the watch there that is one thing but if you didnt then you’re just being a nuisance. plus if you do it yourself you can be more finicky with it until you get the perfect fit. you can play with removing or adding links and then also using the finer adjustment points in the clasp. to do it right will take you 20 minutes or so of going back and forth. having a nice watch that is too loose is a waste of a nice watch if it’s jangling around on your arm. ---
**Author:** ![maverick27](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/maverick27/32/4946_2.png) [@maverick27](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/maverick27)\ **Post date:** [December 29, 2013, 8:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1468 "2013-12-29T08:12:22Z")
Thanks for all the pointers so far guys. Solid info & much appreciated. ---
**Author:** ![integlspwr](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/c67d28/32.png) [@integlspwr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/integlspwr)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2014, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1469 "2014-01-10T20:56:22Z")
Panerai and Hublot big bang for me. ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2014, 3:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1470 "2014-01-12T15:13:32Z")
pics or it didnt happen bro 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![EvoMR](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/evomr/32/7186_2.png) [@EvoMR](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/EvoMR)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2014, 3:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1471 "2014-01-12T15:54:21Z")
> [@bing](#): > > pics or it didnt happen bro 🙂 This ^ ---
**Author:** ![cougarspeed](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cougarspeed/32/7468_2.png) [@cougarspeed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cougarspeed)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2014, 9:43pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1472 "2014-02-15T21:43:48Z")
It has been awhile since I grabbed anything worthwhile. However the soon to be wife gave me this at dinner tonight as a b-day gift. Great woman and great taste. Meh pic as lighting wasn’t great. ![http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn302/ablake211/de0f168f-ce39-4294-beeb-2c20feb7cfd1_zps835b00d0.jpg](http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn302/ablake211/de0f168f-ce39-4294-beeb-2c20feb7cfd1_zps835b00d0.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![GV1390](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/gv1390/32/5432_2.png) [@GV1390](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GV1390)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2014, 10:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1473 "2014-02-15T22:48:55Z")
Looks nice! ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 5:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1474 "2014-02-16T05:17:37Z")
Very nice. I just wore my big ticker IWC on Friday, definitely draws attention. In a meeting the guy next to me asked if that was my watch he was hearing, I said probably unless there is a bomb under the table. Just sold a Hami and picked up another. Pics to follow. Changing up a couple things so probably selling my 60’s Seamaster 30 (white face/brown strap) as well if anyone is interested. ---
**Author:** ![Jeller](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/bc8723/32.png) [@Jeller](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jeller)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 6:14am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1475 "2014-02-16T06:14:32Z")
Nice gift :tup: ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 7:18am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1476 "2014-02-16T07:18:11Z")
> [@cougarspeed](#): > > It has been awhile since I grabbed anything worthwhile. However the soon to be wife gave me this at dinner tonight as a b-day gift. Great woman and great taste. Meh pic as lighting wasn’t great. dude that is gorgeous. Portofino? ---
**Author:** ![1QIKZ](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/1qikz/32/6112_2.png) [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 8:18am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1477 "2014-02-16T08:18:24Z")
Your girlfriend is a keeper. This is how you tell. Last time I wanted a watch I gave her everything but the cash and she still fucked it up. Never worn it once. ---
**Author:** ![cougarspeed](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cougarspeed/32/7468_2.png) [@cougarspeed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cougarspeed)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1478 "2014-02-16T08:29:58Z")
> [@bing](#): > > dude that is gorgeous. Portofino? Thank you! Yes Portofino. I’m amped! ---
**Author:** ![cougarspeed](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cougarspeed/32/7468_2.png) [@cougarspeed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cougarspeed)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 10:39am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1479 "2014-02-16T10:39:17Z")
Little nicer pic ![http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn302/ablake211/iwc_zps3deefef8.jpg](http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn302/ablake211/iwc_zps3deefef8.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![EvoMR](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/evomr/32/7186_2.png) [@EvoMR](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/EvoMR)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2014, 10:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295/1480 "2014-02-16T10:50:46Z")
Good looking chrono. Your gf has good taste. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295.md?page=73) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/watch-crew-what-to-buy/34295.md?page=75)