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Thoughts on this watch?

  • 24-05-2019 4:27pm
    #1
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭


    Hi All,

    I'm interested in buying this watch, going to try it on in Weirs soon.
    I have a few nice Tissots and like the brand, think it would be a nice addition!
    Any thought or comments appreciated as its a good few quid!

    Cheers

    TISSOT T-COMPLICATION SQUELETTE MECHANICAL

    https://weirandsons.ie/tissot-t-complication-squelette-mechanical.html


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  • #2
    blue5000
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 12,616 Mod ✭✭✭✭blue5000


    Sorry, but IMHO that is a mess. It looks a bit like a see through caseback with hands.

    If the seat's wet, sit on yer hat, a cool head is better than a wet ar5e.



  • #3
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭TheW1zard


    Would you have any recommendations for a nice skeleton watch for similar money?
    I think they're interesting to look at but not for reading the time!


  • #4
    blue5000
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 12,616 Mod ✭✭✭✭blue5000


    Had a quick look on the bay. This has a bit of contrast with the silver hands, they're open to offers, or look for a used one

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Maurice-Lacroix-Masterpiece-Squelette-Skeleton-Watch-NEW/113759670661?hash=item1a7c9ad185:g:i8gAAOSwcw9c55Im

    If the seat's wet, sit on yer hat, a cool head is better than a wet ar5e.



  • #5
    Cienciano
    Registered Users Posts: 14,223 ✭✭✭✭Cienciano


    Choosing a watch is a fairly personal subjective thing. You'll get lots of people with different tastes not liking it. The important thing is if you like it. And maybe advice on where to buy.


  • #6
    SmartinMartin
    Registered Users Posts: 2,937 ✭✭✭SmartinMartin


    https://www.chrono24.com/tissot/t-complication--mod1098.htm#gref


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  • #7
    893bet
    Registered Users Posts: 8,736 ✭✭✭893bet


    I couldn’t bare the depreciation!


  • #8
    AmberGold
    Registered Users Posts: 1,284 ✭✭✭AmberGold


    For that sort of money you’re nearly into a Tudor Heritage Black Bay, there’s no way I’d drop that sort of cash on the Tissot.

    I do like the Tissot Visiodate however, it gets good reviews and it seems like reasonable value.

    https://paulsheeran.ie/watches/tissot-heritage-visodate-automatic/


  • #9
    njburke
    Registered Users Posts: 1,012 ✭✭✭njburke


    Way to much visual clutter for my liking, I would be staring at it to tell the time. Display back I would be fine with, but for that money I would want a dial included.


  • #10
    Eoin
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 21,238 CMod ✭✭✭✭Eoin


    I owned this model briefly. I thought it was cool, but it was hard to read. I know the skeletal hands make sense given the theme, but solid ones would have made a big difference. I liked how it didn't try to look overly elaborate and decorated like many similar watches. It's also cool just watching it in action.

    Maybe look for some open-heart watches instead, which may be a good compromise.


  • #11
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭TheW1zard


    Cool thanks everyone for the comments. I'll go try it on and keep it all in mind.
    Budget wise I know it's a lot of money but there's a big jump to a Maurice Lacroix, which no doubt is a superior watch. So I have to stay within my means.
    Also I'm particularly looking for a skeleton-esk watch as I've a few silver sports watches and gold dress watches.
    But defo something like the Maurice or aTissot is what I'm after!
    What's a good source for used watches? I saw the thread about Watchfinders and it said it was overpriced?

    Cheers


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  • #12
    blue5000
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 12,616 Mod ✭✭✭✭blue5000


    Try watchrecon https://www.watchrecon.com/?query=maurice+

    Or chrono24, but don't be shy about haggling on there. Take your time, part of the fun is finding a watch.

    If the seat's wet, sit on yer hat, a cool head is better than a wet ar5e.



  • #13
    Always Tired
    Closed Accounts Posts: 945 ✭✭✭Always Tired


    Ew. Of all the watches to spend almost 2 grand on, that wouldn't be one. Reminds me of those landline phones that used to come in clear plastic so you could see all the circuits and it had lights inside. Cool to look at for a few minutes but ultimately it will look a bit tacky and dated.

    But I always would prefer more classic looking watches.


  • #14
    tac foley
    Registered Users Posts: 5,504 ✭✭✭tac foley


    Cienciano wrote: »
    Choosing a watch is a fairly personal subjective thing. You'll get lots of people with different tastes not liking it. The important thing is if you like it. And maybe advice on where to buy.

    Just like a suit or a car...


  • #15
    Keyzer
    Registered Users Posts: 4,331 ✭✭✭Keyzer


    Sorry, not my cup of chai-latte-mochafrappacino....


  • #16
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭TheW1zard


    I love a good hipster watch, watches aren't for telling time everyone knows that!


  • #17
    Anjobe
    Registered Users Posts: 1,445 ✭✭✭Anjobe


    A skeleton watch is always going to be a bit marmite, what is less subjective is that €1700 is way too much to pay for a Tissot.


  • #18
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭TheW1zard


    Looking at the Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Squelette now!
    Ive a few sports watches myself for when Im deep sea diving or driving my race car :/


  • #19
    IAmTheReign
    Registered Users Posts: 339 ✭✭IAmTheReign


    I don't like skeleton watches so I'm biased but that has to be one of the ugliest 2 grand watches I have ever seen. If you're dead set on a skeleton I'd suggest buying something cheap to scratch that itch and save the rest for when the novelty wears off. Something like this https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Seagull-automatic-mechanical-men-s-watch-fashion-hollow-M182SK/32372766421.html


  • #20
    TheW1zard
    Registered Users Posts: 1,340 ✭✭✭TheW1zard


    Its a lot of money alright..
    What do you think of this?
    https://www.chrono24.co.uk/mauricelacroix/masterpiece-squelette--id11315988.htm


  • #21
    blue5000
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 12,616 Mod ✭✭✭✭blue5000


    TheW1zard wrote: »
    Its a lot of money alright..
    What do you think of this?
    https://www.chrono24.co.uk/mauricelacroix/masterpiece-squelette--id11315988.htm

    I know I'm guilty of suggesting it, but they are terrible at holding their value. If you are buying one, make sure it's a keeper, not one that you hope to sell quickly for a quick profit. If I was spending that much on a watch I would like to try it on first.

    If the seat's wet, sit on yer hat, a cool head is better than a wet ar5e.



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  • #22
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    TheW1zard wrote: »
    Hi All,

    I'm interested in buying this watch, going to try it on in Weirs soon.
    I have a few nice Tissots and like the brand, think it would be a nice addition!
    Any thought or comments appreciated as its a good few quid!

    Cheers

    TISSOT T-COMPLICATION SQUELETTE MECHANICAL

    https://weirandsons.ie/tissot-t-complication-squelette-mechanical.html


    The looks are very subjective. Just because it's not everyone's preference shouldn't put you off if you like it. It's kind of a steampunk aesthetic. Not really for me personally but I'm not going to wear it :cool:



    Objectively, it has good points to it. The case shows some nice lines and the lugs are quite original.



    The ETA 6497-1 movement is very well regarded. I'm sure you're aware it's handwound (mechanical), which I think should always be the case for a skeleton design. It's been used in different forms in some well-regarded brands (Panerai, Omega). It's considered particularly well suited to skeleton watches, because the robust base parts of the movement allow for considerable decorative and aesthetic modifications. Tissot have kept these to a minimum in this watch and I think it works.

    A skeleton watch is all about the finishing to the movement and how it is displayed. Of course its a busy look - that's inherent in the design - and you are unavoidably sacrificing some legibility. But I think Tissot have done this nicely here, especially at this price point. For a fully skeletonised piece there is actually an absence of distracting decorative elements. I like the chapter ring.

    Anyway, the movement is sturdy, reliable and easy to get serviced (especially in the base version, which this Tissot has, running at 18,000 bph. It can be regulated to chronometer standard. You can get it serviced/regulated anywhere really and it should see you out. A lot of people report great reliability without ever getting this movement serviced.

    I have seen comments/reviews to the effect that the OEM strap and deployant clasp are perhaps a little underwhelming. I suspect Tissot made some compromises here to keep it at the price point. In one way you could be happy that the resources went into the decorative features, hands, case etc. In any event you could fit any strap and clasp you wanted as it's lugs are standard size.

    So there is a lot to like here. My only other comment would be that I would be reluctant to buy new given the apparent price a good used one is going for. But whether you are happy enough to take on the risk element of buying outside of a dealer network is for you to decide.

    Good luck with your decision.

    ps I prefer the Tissot to the Maurice Lacroix you are also looking it. I don't like the glitzier elements of the finishing (as I see it) to the Maurice Lacroix. I prefer the simpler, less adorned look of the Tissot. It's showing off a really well-regarded movement nicely and letting the movement speak for itself.


  • #23
    Eoin
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 21,238 CMod ✭✭✭✭Eoin


    BTW you should be able to find the tissot second hand for less than a grand if you’re that keen on it. While tissot are often faked, I don’t believe this model is. It wears big - I think I may still have a wrist shot


  • #24
    Thirdfox
    Registered Users Posts: 7,110 ✭✭✭Thirdfox


    For a see-through watch I'd like something in the Bulova Spaceview - it's a tuning fork watch so not a "normal" quartz by any means:

    https://www.ebay.ie/b/Bulova-Accutron-Spaceview-Wristwatches/31387/bn_7026845345

    Much cheaper than 2k too ;)


  • #25
    OldBean
    Registered Users Posts: 1,407 ✭✭✭OldBean


    I'd be looking at any of the Hamilton Open Hearts before going for the Tissot.


  • #26
    Birneybau
    Registered Users Posts: 10,220 ✭✭✭✭Birneybau


    Thirdfox wrote: »
    For a see-through watch I'd like something in the Bulova Spaceview - it's a tuning fork watch so not a "normal" quartz by any means:

    https://www.ebay.ie/b/Bulova-Accutron-Spaceview-Wristwatches/31387/bn_7026845345

    Much cheaper than 2k too ;)

    That's lovely, and interesting.


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