# G-Shock-DW6900NB-7 Men Watch Review

Casio G-Shock Mirror-Metallic White Mens Digital Watch - Casio DW6900NB-7

 

Positive Review: 

> December 28, 2012
Was a wonderful Christmas gift. No issues or concerns. Very happy with the product and delivery met all expectations price was very competitive

> December 6, 2012
I am so excited to have this watch!! I got it for my husband for Christmas. It came 4 days faster than expected!! Great delivery time great packaging! I could not be happier!

Negative Review: 

> October 29, 2012
Everything was ok until i pushed the "G", the backlight was really wack, a disapponting weak green-blue light
a 20 dollar fake, sold by almost 90, buyers be carefull!

 

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# Invicta-8926OB Men Watch Review

Invicta Men's 8926OB Pro Diver Collection Coin-Edge Automatic Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 29, 2012
I was surprised when going over my previous Amazon orders, I ordered this Invicta Pro Diver watch in February 2009, almost 4 years ago. I have used it almost daily since I bought it and it has worked perfectly. The watch still looks good, though, as other reviewers noted, the shiny middle links in the bracelet and the clasp do show minor scratches (that aren't really noticeable from a few feet away.)

For a traditional movement watch, it keeps perfect time, rarely gaining or losing more than 15 seconds a month. I haven't been able to tell if it runs fast or slow, as it usually is only a few seconds from the Atomic Time reading from my computer. The handy rotating bezel is still tight and setting the date on months of fewer than 31 days works perfectly.

Over the holidays I looked at other Invicta diver watches and may buy one in another color as an alternative to this one. I am very pleased with the watch and would not hesitate to recommend it to a friend.

 

Negative Review: 

> December 12, 2012
I was really looking forward to this watch too. The crown and stem pulled out after only two days. I did return it to Amazon and their return policy is flawless. I exchanged the 8926OB for a titanium Invicata model 0420. It came today and so far the crown and stem is intact. The 0420 is much lighter and quite a bit larger than the 8926OB.

I'm pretty hard on watches and have read here that the 0420's band is scratch prone. That is not a deal killer for me as my 7 year old Bulova automatic is scratched and dinged.

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# Timex-Ironman-50-Lap Men Watch Review

Timex Ironman 50 Lap Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 4, 2012
I bought this watch at the behest of my running coach. We use it on days when we're on the track to make sure my pacing is correct and steady throughout each lap.

Looks: I like the orange, it's bright and fun, and allows me to wear it out and not just when I'm running.

Use: It works exactly as you would expect it to. The display is large and clear (although if you like bigger watches you may want want to checkout the XL version). The buttons are easy to reach and press while running. One note about the buttons: they are intentionally meant to be not overly sensitive, so make sure you hear the beep when you press the split button for example, otherwise you didn't press hard enough.

I have no comment to make on the battery since I have not had it long enough.

Overall it's a great watch and I would highly recommend it.
 

Negative Review: 

> October 4, 2012
This is a really nice watch. If you do the Jeff Galloway run-walk-run program, this watch does have two interval timers that work perfectly for that. I used this watch to do it tonight.

I figured out how to do everything, including the two interval timers, in less than 10 minutes without using the manual. It is really intuitive. The display is large and clear. It is light and not too thick. You can use both interval timers and the chronograph, and still put the display on the time if you like.

So, why three stars? The last two Timex watches I've owned lasted just a few months past the warranty period and died. I vowed to never buy another Timex after that. Then I started running with the run-walk-run program. I used the Impetus timer with my smartphone for a while, but got tired of that. Then I got a Gymboss timer. That was great for 5 months, then it died.

So I got another Timex. I'm hoping for the best, but expecting to be disappointed. It really is a fantastic watch though, so if you want to take a chance on Timex quality control, or lack thereof, try this one.

 

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# Timex-Ironman-30-Lap Men Watch Review

 

Timex Men's T53151 Ironman Traditional 30-Lap Black/Gray Resin Strap Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 14, 2012
I have this for about a week now. Very easy to use. It is very light on my wrist and comfortable to wear for running and for outdoor sports. I bought it for the stop watch/chrono function and the countdown timer. Both work well and are easy to use. Also the display lights easily and is clearly visible. I am very happy with this.

> December 12, 2012
I got this as a gift for my Dad who has always enjoyed wearing running watches on a daily basis. We have always went with the Ironman brand as it is a durable and easy to use watch. The picture shows exactly what you get--no surprises with the look of the watch which is nice. I was able to setup the time and date within a matter of minutes which is always a good thing. I will continue to buy the Ironman running watches for years to come.

> December 2, 2012
It's a good watch. I got it for CrossFit stuff and training. The buttons function well. The strap takes some getting use to, but I like it and I'm super happy with the purchase. I would recommend this product. The band came off but I got it put back on for free at Fred Meyers no problem. It was user error. 

Negative Review: 

> December 19, 2012
I used the Casio f-91w before I got this Ironman watch. I started using the Ironman today. The display has lower readability than the display on the f-91w, despite the numbers being bigger, due to the following: lower contrast, there's an annoying shadow at the edges of the display unless the lighting conditions are perfect, the green reflecting effect is pointless, and lastly, you have to tilt the watch a little right and left, backwards and forwards until you find a good angle. This was never a problem with the f-91w.

It has some advantages compared to the Casio f-91w though which are all the features it has. One example is that the stopwatch goes up to 100 hours. On the f-91w it just goes up to 1 hour and then it starts over again. Another example is the backlight which is much better on this Ironman than on the f-91w. Yet another thing I like about the Ironman is that you can turn off the beep that is sounded when buttons are pressed which you cannot do on the f-91w. It also appears to be sturdier built than the f-91w.

update

I just noticed that even though it says you can turn off the beep, you can't turn it off entirely. When the setting is for the beep to be off it still beeps for some functions. For example the stopwatch beeps no matter if the beep is set to on or off.

> November 26, 2012
I bought this watch for its ability to time my laps on a track as I train for a marathon. I love the simple design and the easy to operate programs. Great buy for 30 bucks.

I'm an athletic guy and the watch went through a lot, but after 6 months the band broke. Instead of making band replacement easy, it seems as though Timex intends to have their customers buy a new watch. That sucks. Looking elsewhere, but loved the watch so much, I might fall for Timex's scheme...

> November 13, 2012
this product is supposed to be water resistant it says on the back of the watch) , but guess what? the first use in a swiming pool it broke! i cant give it back becuase im from south america and i buy things from amazon in an international mailbox. This product is just not worth it.

 

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# Timex-Ironman-Sleek Women Watch Review

Timex Women's T5K026 Ironman Sleek 50-Lap Light Gray Resin Strap Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 21, 2012
Love this lightweight water resistant watch which has multiple sports features on it such as laps, lapse time, day, date and digital time. You can't beat what you get for the price. The watch also has a button to light up the face. It is very comfortable with an adjustable soft strap. Coincidentally after I received this watch, I noticed that my daughter had one just like it in a different color and she indicated that she liked hers so well, that this was her second one in a different color. Go Timex!

> December 18, 2012
This watch does exactly what I needed it to do: interval timing for running. I took away one star for two reasons
1. while it looks great at first, the light gray looks dirty fairly quickly (both of mine got a bluish tint to them)
2. the indiglo light went out on my first of these watch (hence 'both of mine'). Amazon's customer service was fabulous as always; even though it happened 2 days after the 30-day return period, they still worked with me and replaced it free of charge!

I found the watch very user friendly and easy to operate. It's attractive--feminine and sporty. I'd definitely recommend it!

 

Negative Review: 

> December 4, 2012
I had been quite pleased with the watch that I got less than two months ago. I wore it swimming the other day and the face is now covered with water. It's too late for me to return. Since this is a triathalon watch, I assumed it could be worn in the water. Looking for a new watch. Wasn't a good deal since it only worked for two months. Shortest lifespan for a watch. Think I will buy locally where I have some recourse.

> November 29, 2012
I bought this watch about a year ago and there's definitely more bells and whistles on here than I expected so I know I'm not using it to its full capacity. However, it being water resistant (up to 330 feet) it apparently does not work in the salt water ocean. I sent an email to Timex customer service so hopefully they can repair it. Otherwise, great little watch!

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# Invicta-9937 Men Watch Review

Invicta Men's 9937 Pro Diver Collection Coin-Edge Swiss Automatic Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 26, 2012
Initial impression of this watch is outstanding. I am reviewing based upon the amount of money spent.

First off visually this watch is far better looking than any photos depict. When you take the gloss and reflections out of the photos and present a flat 2 dimensional view it is nothing in comparison. This really is a gorgeous watch. Contrast of the brushed and polished stainless really pops in person. The 3 dimensional hour markers with lume surrounded by polished rings really stand out. The hands are thinner than expected and lend to the look of a precision timepiece.

Fit, finish and feel are outstanding. Bezel is precise feeling and has 120 clicks. Watch is heavy for it's size and you can really tell the difference between the band on this watch compared to the 8926. Clasp is very secure yet still opens without peeling back a fingernail. Movement is smooth and hand placement is right on. This watch is the perfect size and weight for an everyday watch. I live in a cold climate so this watch is perfect with long sleeves, coats, gloves, etc. Small by comparison to much of what is out there now days but easily readable in all light levels. Lume is ok. Cyclops over the date is larger than the 8926 and easier to see at wider angles.

After 2 weeks the time is about 20 seconds slow which for a budget priced automatic is pretty impressive. I have not fully tested the reserve, but I have skipped wearing it almost 2 full days and it continued to run. It is hack-able so watch geeks can synchronize.
Overall I am quite pleased with this watch and feel it carries greater value than its $239 price tag.

> September 21, 2012
I've had this watch for three weeks now. I purchased this particular watch based on a recommendation of a friend who is a collector and very knowledgable. The Pro Diver 9937 is very clean and elegant. It looks as good in jeans and a t-shirt as it does when worn with a suit. The watch has a nice amount of weight and it keeps good time. I have no reservations about recommending this product.

When purchased from Amazon the Pro Diver is eligible for a free upgrade to the Platinum warranty plan (5 years as opposed to 1 year of coverage with the standard warranty). However, getting the upgrade isn't as intuitive as it should be. Clicking on the link to the Platinum warranty on the amazon product page brings up an image of the standard warranty. I called Amazon and they gave me Invicta's number. I called Invicta and was instructed to go to their website to register the watch. I did so and even after entering the platinum warranty number that came with the watch it still registered as a one year standard warranty. Only when I called Invicta again did the customer service agent manually change the warranty to a 5 year plan. So - the watch is a great value for the money but registering for the free Platinum warranty took a bit more effort than it should have.

 

Negative Review: 

> December 9, 2012
At the 6 month anniveray, my watch stopped working. For $300, I would expect the watch to last more than 6 months. Yes, it has a 1 year manufacturer warranty, but you have to pay $25 for shipping and handling. Plus there are numerous restrictions to the warranty. I won't be surprised if my watch doesn't make it back to me after mailing it to get fixed. My advice, don't buy an Invicta watch.

> November 26, 2012
nice looking watch with a good weight and feel but not a reliable piece. Had the watch for 60 days and it stopped working.

Invicta has terrible service expect at least a 90 day turn on any repairs needed to your watch.

Go ahead and buck-up for an automatic like the hamilton or tissot for another $150 or so. The frustration and lack of service alone is more than worth the extra cost.

The hamilton and tissot use real ETA and Valjoux movements - very reliable and proven in some high end brands. Hamilton is suggested because it is an american company with a long & stable history

 

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# Tissot-PRC-200 Men Watch Review

 

Tissot Men's T17158652 PRC 200 Chronograph Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> November 13, 2012
My wife bought me the white face for my bday afew years ago & since then only had to change the battery once and it looks as new as the day I got it. I love this watch so much I decided to buy the black face.

> October 23, 2012
For years I've always been disdainful of super-expensive watches, when the logic is simply "why spend thousands of dollars on a Patek Phillipe or Rolex when a Casio will serve me just as well?" As I closed on my 40th birthday, I began to research and found that good, sturdy watches can be found for far less than I thought.

What sold me on this particular watch is the stark contrast of the yellow second hand on the black background (my team colours, no less!), which resembles the speedometer of a racing car, but still somehow maintains enough refinement so as to go well with a tuxedo. Initially it feels heavy--like a serious watch should feel--but upon wearing it you appreciate the heft a lot more. I opted for the stainless steel band merely as a personal preference (I don't care for leather bands, and I feel the steel is more secure), and you will need to clean it every so often, just like any watch. The sapphire crystal means that you also won't be treating the watch like it's made of fine china or worrying about scratches or dings.

I get a lot of compliments on the watch, and like most of the other reviewers have said, it looks and feels like it should cost much more than it actually does, but you don't sacrifice quality. It's a man's watch but my wife absolutely loves it.

> October 4, 2012
I was surprised with the watch. Seriously, after all these reviews I've read here I was a bit afraid, because I first ordered it and after read the reviews; pretty dumb, but after I opened the package I let out a big *whoooosh* and felt relieved that it was as I hoped it to be, one nice sturdy watch with guarantee and all, nicely packed. Perfect gift if you ask me, I don't know what watch did others get, but mine was the one I ordered. I would recommend it to anyone looking for something sporty looking, not too flashy but not too idle either.

 

Negative Review: 

> December 10, 2012
where's the warranty card? I received my watches but there is no warranty card, only the customer support card that SAYS there is supposed to be a warranty card inside. I know that we at least get a manufacturer's warranty along with all products so I'm confused. The box was not sealed so something seems fishy here.

> November 19, 2012
Great watch, until after 4 years it started to last only about 8 months on a battery.
Had it diagnosed by the Tissot service centre in South Africa (swatch group).
Cost of service (sounds like they replace the movement), same as what I paid for the watch...
Nobody there can give me an estimation of how long the watch should last between services.
I thus have to assume it will again only last 4 years.
Servicing it every 4 years I may as well do the consumerism thing, throw it in the bin and buy something else.
Being a supposedly good swiss made watch I was hoping for it to last a bit more than 4 years - even though it is an affordable one.
Or am I expecting too much?

> October 16, 2012
It's a good looking watch, but it came with some of the hands misaligned. Did some searching and it turns out it's a problem more common than I would've thought. Beware!

Luckily Amazon has a great return policy :)

 

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# Michael-Kors-Runway-Watch Review

 

Michael Kors Men's MK8096 Runway Rose-Tone Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 23, 2012
Rose Gold seems to be the "in" thing right now (late 2012), especially with the womens. I checked this one out when I was getting my other Michael Kors watches sized (MK8197). I thought it was awesome so I came home and purchased it. I would consider this one and the MK8197 to be in the "Large" to "Extra Large" category. My wrist is small, only slightly wider than the distance between where the top and bottom links attach to the body, yet both watches wear well and do not look out of place as others do. I get just as many compliments (if not more) on this watch, by both men and women, than I do on my favorite watch - a Movado Sapphire (0606092) which was FAR more expensive.

In the 6 months I've had my Michael Kors watches I've had no problems with either one. My sister, mother and friend also own Michael Kors watches and are still happy with their purchases, even after 1.5 years.

If you like this watch even a little bit, just buy it! It's sexy and awesome. If you are unsure, go check it out in person... you'll love it!

I consider myself to be an Entry+ level watch enthusiast, currently with 8 (none more than $2k). Considering the price point MK watches are sold at, I think they offer a very nice looking timepiece at a reasonable price.

How well are they built? How long will they last? How is their support/service? Considering MK is a pretty big name, I'd assume they would build a decent product that will last a reasonable amount of time and should said product need servicing, they would be able to fulfill such a request promptly... only time will tell... (no pun intended)

> November 30, 2012
I purchased this item and loved it, i bought it for my daughter for her 21st b-day, it arrived just as it stated, brand new with tags. the only thing i did not like, was that i had to go to dilliard's to set the date. The watch is beautiful and very heavy ,and for the price it was,it was well worth buying off ebay then going into the stores.
 

Negative Review: 

> December 20, 2012
VERY FAST SHIPMENT CONSIDERING ON A HOLIDAY SEASON BUT VERY DISPLEASED WITH THE PRODUCT! THE WRISTBAND IS VERY POOR QUALITY!

> November 27, 2012
The watch is beautiful, the only issue i had is that it came with a big scratch on the wristband.

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# Tissot-T-Race Men Watch Review

 

Tissot Men's T0274171705100 T-Race Moto Black Stainless Steel Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> December 6, 2012
I love this timepiece. I have a Baume & Mercier Men's Riviera Chrono Automatic and a Rolex Milgauss Green timepieces. I also have an entry level Tag Heuer and Raymond Weil and other moderately price watches. This latest member of the collection is my favorite daily watch. I want to buy a different color band for the summer season. The red or yellow will look good with this!

> December 3, 2012
Great Watch. Feels light and comfortable on the hand. Not too bulky. Looking Great ! Very resistant to scratches. I wish it would have a light for nigh time ..but not such a big deal. I would highly recommend it. ... and by the way Thanks to Amazon for selling the watch for such a good price, brand new.

> October 28, 2012
Amazing looking watch. Shipped very fast. Best advice I could give as far as sizing is concered: bring it to a reputable independent watch repairman or jeweler. Big name companies (i.e. Jared) will not size it for you unless you purchased it there. Cannot express how happy I am with this purchase. If there are any left and you have the means, buy one. You wont be disappointed.

Negative Review: 

> November 20, 2012
This chronograph is spectacular, good quality, lightweight, has very good features, the only thing that bothers me is that they did not bring the warranty card, and buy it from Colombia as not enforce the guarantee in case of damage.
This is a serious problem for me since I have no guarantee for my nice watch!

> November 17, 2012
I almost bought this watch for $650, but held off. When I saw it at $280 on amazon I had to get it. i was thoroughly disappointed after wearing this watch. The watch band has spaces on it that do not allow the person wearing the watch to create an accurate fit. The watch feels clunky on your wrist. The metal on the band and the watch constantly hit creating a metal on metal sound whenever you move your hand. The plastic cap that sits over the bezel weighs the watch down and causes it to tilt in to your wrist when your arm is in a vertical position. My advice is save another 300 or 400 dollars and get a discounted Tag Heuer. 

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# Invicta-8926 Men Watch Review

Invicta Men's 8926 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch

Positive Review:

> December 2, 2012
I chose this wristwatch when looking for a durable one that didn't require a battery. I needed a watch that was water resistant enough for shallow diving, swimming, fishing, and kayaking. I also wanted it to be rugged enough for any other land-based activities I would be doing. I didn't need any of the other functions available on a digital, because I now have a handheld GPS and a phone that can perform those tasks as required. This watch is very solidly constructed, keeps perfect time, and never needs manual winding. Also, the dial glows brightly in the dark after being exposed to light indoors for just a short time. After owning it now for three months, I would say that the price I paid for it was also an outstanding value when compared with the quality of the product I received.

> November 28, 2012
Due to the numerous poor reviews on this watch I hesitated purchasing through Amazon. As a result I took it off my list. Then in June I came across the watch at a store I frequent. I paid thirty $ more there, but felt that I would have more recourse if the watch did not perform properly.
I cannot explain why at the time of this writing 88 people have reviewed this watch poorly (1 star). I have had NO problems with my watch at all. It is the Invicta Men's 8926 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch. It comes in a very nice presentation box, it is well made using a stainless steel case and band with a security clasp. It features a mineral crystal that is definitely scratch resistant (not as good as oyster crystal, but look at the price) and the back is clear so you can see the movement. It is also water resistant to 660 feet. I am not a diver, but around the farm I am in and out of water (elbow deep) all day. I have lost many a watch to water damage. This one seems to be true to its billing.
The bracelet is definitely large enough to comfortably be worn over a neoprene dive suit. I prefer a loose fitting band, so made no adjustments. However if you prefer a tighter fit a jeweler could remove links easily.
As far as keeping time, in the 4 1/2 months I've had this watch, I have had to re-set about once a month to add a minute each time. For an inexpensive automatic watch, this is impressive.
I'm only giving the watch four stars simply because I have had it less than a year. If it keeps time and stays dry for a year I will raise the approval to five stars.
Still, for the price...This is a gem, and I have already been impressed enough to make this my everyday watch. I wear it while working on the farm as well as out on the town. It looks and runs that well.

Negative Review:

> December 9, 2012
It's wonderful looking and takes a good beating, but it's dead after approx. 1-1/2 years

-Purchased at Costco for a great price
-Looks as close as a non illegal replica can look
-everything was at LEAST worth the $59 price (on sale from $109)
-6 months in the crown started popping out randomly
-within the year the time would randomly stop
-6 months ago watch stopped completely
-People here are correct that Invicta requires a check be sent to work on a warranty item (are they Microsoft or Ford Motors now??)

Costco took it back, they gave me crap as usual, but they did. For those of you wondering about that last comment, Costco Wholesale Club doesn't have an actual return policy except for TV's, Cell Phones, Certain electronics etc...so it's up to them whether they will take something back in 2 days or 4 years. Anyway I digress, I have Fossil, Timex, Seiko, and various fashion watches that are working after 5 years with only a dead battery issue. I think my old Swatch from the 80's worked for about 5 years. I'm truly sorry I wore it for that long but that's a different story altogether...

Invicta will bite you in the bum down the road. You'll end up regretting the purchase, I'm sure of it. 

> December 7, 2012

Not impressed with this brand because it stopped working rediculously fast.

This watch didn't even last 6 months of gentle wear.

One of my old watches I wrapped around the steering wheel of my old truck so I would have a clock in it. Years of hanging out in the truck, hot or cold, it kept working. And this was after I had worn it for years as my outside work watch. It was a Mickey mouse watch I picked up years ago on a trip to Disney. I had outgrown it.

I now know I should have appreciated my old watches, wish i had never given them to the local thrift shop when they weren't shinny and new looking after years and years of wearing.

This brand didn't last even six months of office wear.

 

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# Timex-Easy-Reader Men Watch Review

Timex Men's T20461 Easy Reader Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Expansion Band Watch

Positive Review: 

> December 18, 2012 
Numbers are big enough for my husband to read and he loves the stretchy band. he changed styles because he could no longer read the date on his digital watch. This one he has no problem.

> December 14, 2012
This is just the watch for my husband he is a macular degenerration patient.

The EasyReader Timex is perfect for a person with sight problem.
The Easy Reader watch is an attractive watch with a stretch braclet stretch ba nd.
Thank you Timex.

> November 27, 2012
We just received the watch today and are so pleased with its look and weight. It is extremely easy to read and it feels good on wrist besides looking great. My husband is a retired architect and is thus super picky about design. He has owned far more expensive watches, but he likes this one BEST. Thanks, Timex---I hope it runs as well as it looks! Thanks, Amazon, too---for your amazing speediness. PS It should be more prominently displayed, but isn't: SET THE DATE AND DAY FIRST! Read the teeny-weeny directions with a magnifying glass; we did!
  

Negative Review:

> December 18, 2012
I love Timex - it has some key features which even Rolex lacks (Indiglo and day-of-the-week display). But - the elastic band is not adjustable and so tight on my wrist that it hurts. There is nothing else wrong with this watch so it wouldn't be fair to return it. I'll try to give it away to a boy.

> December 6, 2012
If the watch did not have a date "feature", I probably would have been happier. The date "feature" is 100% worthless. It is fine if we had 31 days in each month but of course we do not. So it means constantly changing it, which is a lesson in patience. And I tried hard to get the day (comes set to "WED") to change but it would not. So I ended up with WED 6, when it is really THU 6. This is a gift for my brother so I will tell him to ignore the calendar and just enjoy having a good display for the time. The main reason I bought this particular watch was because of the clear display and the stretch band, which my brother needs. Due to these good aspects, I am giving it 3 stars but I would give it 2.5 if I could because of the irritating date "feature". 

> November 30, 2012
The problem I have with this watch is that the day and date line is right at 3 o'clock, sometimes making it difficult to see what the time is. I also found the set-up instructions hard to follow (where exactly are the stops for 1/4, 1/2, or full extension of the stem, which help set the various items--time, date, day?). I gave up trying when I pulled the stem out entirely. Otherwise, it looks nice, keeps perfect time, and works just as it should.

 

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# Omega-Speedmaster Men Watch Review

Omega Men's 3570.50.00 Speedmaster Professional Mechanical Chronograph Watch

 

Positive Review: 

> January 18, 2012
I've bought this watch for $200 in 1967. It's always kept great time and has worked well, considering nothing lasts forever. If it needs to be fixed, you have a choice to have it fixed or not. In 1998, it needed to be fixed and serviced, so I took it to an Omega dealer who said he was going to send it to Omega and the cost would be $300. It came back in the same condition I sent it and not fixed and probably not serviced. I called Omega in New York and they had me send it directly to them. I got a phone call from Omega about two weeks later and was told that the dealer had sent my watch to a non Omega repair place and that they were going to send it to Omega in Switzerland. Omega fixed the watch, serviced it and even though I hadn't asked for them to polished some minor scratches out of the lens, replaced the face and hands, they did. It was returned it to me without a bill about 6 weeks after I'd sent it to them. They also had the Omega dealer refund my $300.

Last November I took it in to be fixed (it was still working well and keeping good time) because I inadvertently broke the crown off the watch - not the watch's fault. I also wanted it to be serviced. I made sure it got sent to Omega, not "Joe's Discount Watch Repair". The estimate was $500. Okay, that's not cheap but if I wanted cheap, instead of having it fixed, I could have bought a $30 Casio or Timex instead.

Now that this model costs over $3000, it's doubtful I'd buy another one but since I'm getting on in years. It's probably the last time I'll have it serviced. Since I've always been satisfied with this watch and Omega in general, I don't mind paying the money to get it fixed.

On a side note, my watch is a wind-up model that I don't believe is made any more. The closest they come to it is a "manual start" watch, meaning you wind it enough to start it and then it's a self winding watch while you wear it. The Omega dealer mentioned that the wind up and manual start models are repairable but the battery/quartz ones aren't. If the battery/quartz models need to be repaired, they do it by replacing the insides of the watch as a unit.

 

Negative Review: 

> July 21, 2009
I purchased mine around the time of the release of the Apollo 13 movie.

The chronometer simply does not keep accurate elapsed time. It does not click over at the right moment thus, you can misread the elapsed time by a full minute or a full hour! Omega could not fix it and frankly their repair costs and turnaround time is ridiculous.

I suspect the quality control has gone down recently to keep up with the demand due to the release of the movie Apollo 13 and now the 40th anniversary of the moon landing.

One of my life's most expensive and regretful purchase.

Frankly I wish I had purchased a Rolex instead.

 

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