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Old 11-24-2011, 12:39 PM   #1276
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Just wondering, why shouldn't you buy it 2nd hand? I'd love to own a Panerai but I dont think I'll be able to buy brand new.
Well there are a few things, and mostly this applies to 1950 mini case

1) P9000 movement had some qc problems, and you would probably want a warranty. Having owned it, I did not have problems, but it is nice to have full warranty. You don't know how the other guy handled the watch before you.

2) Some of the parts can be swapped with chinese replica parts. Actually almost all of the mini-1950 case watch can be swapped with chinese parts. Really have to know what you are buying if 2nd hand. They can leave the movement, and take literally everything else, and it can be 98% looking accurate. I've been a victim in the past involving Costco sold Panerai...

Typically its very safe to buy 2nd hand, just make sure to have everything (triple boxes, cosc card etc).
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Old 11-24-2011, 12:46 PM   #1277
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Just curious, how much did the watch cost you? I did a quick ebay search and they're around 500-1000.

I want one too!
Not sure, it was a trade with another seiko, that sells between $600-1000 lol.
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Old 11-24-2011, 01:08 PM   #1278
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Looking for a local store to buy the gf a watch, any stores that have a good selection, was looking at stores like TimeCo but they dont offer refund just in case i wanted to return if it didnt suit her, etc.
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What kind of watches are you looking for? Watch IT has some pretty good selections. They have a local store on West 4th and Coquitlam.
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Looking for a local store to buy the gf a watch, any stores that have a good selection, was looking at stores like TimeCo but they dont offer refund just in case i wanted to return if it didnt suit her, etc.
What brands are you looking for?

Most places offer refunds or store credit. Go to MC, Lugaro, or even Siba, all of them can give returns.
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Old 11-24-2011, 04:35 PM   #1281
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well i was thinking more of the black one but im not planning on this being a special occasion watch either


but the review one had better pictures

it uses a valjoux 77 movement 200m resistance /shrug

I wouldnt mind their divers watch either with 20,000ft resistant (they should make one that does 20,000 leagues )


think this'll be my xmas gift to myself
Looks nice. Not sure of the finish on that watch, but keep in mind a lot of black watches have a PVD finish, which some people find can be scratched easily, especially if you wear as a daily wearer.
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Old 11-24-2011, 08:18 PM   #1282
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Never used to wear any watch before. Given the limited time I had in researching, I ended up just buying this. Took the advantage of Citizen sale right now on jomashop.

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Old 11-24-2011, 09:26 PM   #1283
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Good choice. Eco Drives are a class of it's own..
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Old 11-24-2011, 10:08 PM   #1284
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I have 5 eco drives now and my 1st one seems to be dying on me; not retaining the battery source as good as it is. I love the citzen so i'm happy with all the purchase. the only ones i didn't like are night hawk series because I just can't seem to appreciate it as it's a really busy watch. I would have no idea how to "use" it
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What kind of watches are you looking for? Watch IT has some pretty good selections. They have a local store on West 4th and Coquitlam.
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What brands are you looking for?

Most places offer refunds or store credit. Go to MC, Lugaro, or even Siba, all of them can give returns.
Thanks! i was looking at some burberry or michael kors for her (im a big noobie lol)
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Old 11-25-2011, 10:14 PM   #1286
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Trying to decide between two watches, can you guys give me some insight between these two? Am I totally out t lunch to even compare them against each other?

Yes I understand the Tissot is 50 dollars more.

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Old 11-25-2011, 10:18 PM   #1287
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^ have you tried them both beforehand?
i like the citizen better than the tissot
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Tough choice. I have both a Citizen ecoDrive and a Tissot V8 in my collection.
Hmmmm... Yeah. My vote's going to go to the Tissot.
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^agreed with the tough choice

I have both but I prefer my Citizen.

Probably comes down to when you are going to wear it and what look do you want?

PERSONALLY, I think the Tissot you chose has a more sporty "look" with the yellow.
Whereas the Citizen has more of a classic all around feel.
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the citizen has a more classic look, has less of an obtrusive crown which won't dig the back of your hand, and just has a cleaner dial than the tissot prc. the yellow accents on the prc are nice though
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Anyone else have an Orient beside Sid Vicious?
Would love to know about your experience with Orient watches.

I received my stealth Citizen and Orange Monster over the weekend and I'm already eyeing for another watch

I am having a hard time choosing between the Seiko Skx007 and the Orient Black Mako. I think I will go for the Black Mako because it's a bit more dressy compared to 007 and more versatile.
The watch place at metro near T&T carries Orient and they have the mako in stock if you want to go see it in person.

as for skx007 I remember seeing it at the watch place beside zellers at oakridge.
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^do they have the mako xl at that store in metro? i always pass by that store but i never bothered to look once! how was their pricing?
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The watch place at metro near T&T carries Orient and they have the mako in stock if you want to go see it in person.

as for skx007 I remember seeing it at the watch place beside zellers at oakridge.
Oh thanks for the heads up!
Didn't think anyone local would carry Orient watches.
Now I can go check it out in person before I decide to buy!
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^ have you tried them both beforehand?
i like the citizen better than the tissot
Personally, no. I have watches with the same dimensions / weight however.

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Tough choice. I have both a Citizen ecoDrive and a Tissot V8 in my collection.
Hmmmm... Yeah. My vote's going to go to the Tissot.
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Thanks, I think I like the Tissot better as well. It comes in a SS band as well, but I think the leather gives the watch a more distinguished look.

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^agreed with the tough choice

I have both but I prefer my Citizen.

Probably comes down to when you are going to wear it and what look do you want?

PERSONALLY, I think the Tissot you chose has a more sporty "look" with the yellow.
Whereas the Citizen has more of a classic all around feel.
I would wear the watch with more business casual attire. I agree that the Tissot is more versatile in the aesthetics department.



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i like the tissot because of the subtle yellow. i'm a huge citizen fan but i have to swing towards tissot this time.
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i like the tissot because of the subtle yellow. i'm a huge citizen fan but i have to swing towards tissot this time.
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Now to decide the band...I already have some circular black face chrono watches with black bands (leather / rubber), so I want the SS just for the variety. But the leather looks so damn good...

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^do they have the mako xl at that store in metro? i always pass by that store but i never bothered to look once! how was their pricing?
I remember they did have the xl as well when I went in there awhile back. As for pricing it was double or even more of orient USA.
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I remember they did have the xl as well when I went in there awhile back. As for pricing it was double or even more of orient USA.
double... definitely not cool. time to order online then!
will drop by metro just to fit them
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