Good watches for flying?
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IWC Pilot''s Double Chronograph "Top Gun" Watch, Ceramic, Strap, Limited Edition - The Finest Watches_
I love google........you can find any old cr*p in seconds. Who buys this stuff?
I love google........you can find any old cr*p in seconds. Who buys this stuff?
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The pilots at the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School are the best in their class. Only they can aspire to the ranking of TOP GUN, which is now also featured on the side and back of a watch from IWC: the TOP GUN Pilot's Watch Double Chronograph.
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Of course there is no such thing as a good watch for flying or a 'pilot's' watch. There are fancy watches of course but they are as much jewellery as timepieces.
I'd like a Rolex maybe or some designer watch. I don't fancy the Breitling's much. Far too flashy and Walter Mittyish. Gadgets on watches are simply gimmicks. My current Pulsar, bought by my wife does the job nicely. I'd never have bought it though, usually preferring plain black Swatchs.
Some people get carried away with the whole pilot image thing, even pilots. They have the leather flying jacket and the special sunglasses and of course the watch. My 'flying' jacket, I bought in Aldi or Lidl. It's a blue workmans type jacket reversible it becomes high viz for the ramp. It even has detachable sleeves for summer days and it cost me all of €30. Add a cheap watch and you're ready to go.
I'd like a Rolex maybe or some designer watch. I don't fancy the Breitling's much. Far too flashy and Walter Mittyish. Gadgets on watches are simply gimmicks. My current Pulsar, bought by my wife does the job nicely. I'd never have bought it though, usually preferring plain black Swatchs.
Some people get carried away with the whole pilot image thing, even pilots. They have the leather flying jacket and the special sunglasses and of course the watch. My 'flying' jacket, I bought in Aldi or Lidl. It's a blue workmans type jacket reversible it becomes high viz for the ramp. It even has detachable sleeves for summer days and it cost me all of €30. Add a cheap watch and you're ready to go.
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Would this be the chap Bel?
SEIKO WORLD TIMER LCD REF*** SE07199
No the mirrored aviators make you look like a cock.
Must admit I do have a pair of none mirrored aviators but they stay in my flight bag and never used away from work. The reason why I have them is because 1 they are legal alot of shades are polarised these days, the arms don't break the seal on your ANR headset, they give very good coverage to stop light getting around the side of them.
SEIKO WORLD TIMER LCD REF*** SE07199
No the mirrored aviators make you look like a cock.
Must admit I do have a pair of none mirrored aviators but they stay in my flight bag and never used away from work. The reason why I have them is because 1 they are legal alot of shades are polarised these days, the arms don't break the seal on your ANR headset, they give very good coverage to stop light getting around the side of them.
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If anyone are looking for good quality watches, PM me, I have some selection of different watches that might be of intrest. Personally I have tried the Suunto, a Casio, I think 1500 eco, but my favorite is still the Breitling B1. I have both B1 and B2, but not selling these, as they have gone out of production.
I also managed to get hold of a Breitling Red Arrows, another watch which I will not be selling anytime soon.
However anyone interested feel free to PM me, as I might be able to help you out if you want a watch, for flying or just for fun. But mostly brand name watches, Tag, Omega, Breitling, etc/.
Personally when I fly I prefer to have a digital time read out, to get the exact timing, thats why I like the B1, altough the read out is a bit small. Not had much time yet with the Casio or Suunto, but with compass, barometer and altimeter, is also interesting to have as back up just in case I need to watch instrument flying. The Suunto also shows vertical speed. I think the one I got was the observer, need to check to be sure.
I also managed to get hold of a Breitling Red Arrows, another watch which I will not be selling anytime soon.
However anyone interested feel free to PM me, as I might be able to help you out if you want a watch, for flying or just for fun. But mostly brand name watches, Tag, Omega, Breitling, etc/.
Personally when I fly I prefer to have a digital time read out, to get the exact timing, thats why I like the B1, altough the read out is a bit small. Not had much time yet with the Casio or Suunto, but with compass, barometer and altimeter, is also interesting to have as back up just in case I need to watch instrument flying. The Suunto also shows vertical speed. I think the one I got was the observer, need to check to be sure.
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mad jock,
whats wrong with the mirrored effect?
http://fashion.sunglasses-shop.co.uk...heryl-Cole.jpg
Out of interest has anyone got perscription aviators. Contrary to Mad Jock, I like the mirrored effect and want them to be prescription glasses. Sunglasses shop do them (just send in your prescription) and I was wondering whether anyone has done this.
whats wrong with the mirrored effect?
http://fashion.sunglasses-shop.co.uk...heryl-Cole.jpg
Out of interest has anyone got perscription aviators. Contrary to Mad Jock, I like the mirrored effect and want them to be prescription glasses. Sunglasses shop do them (just send in your prescription) and I was wondering whether anyone has done this.
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There are quite a few blokes I have worked with have had them and haven't heard any moaning about them so they must be pretty good or worth the extra 40 quid or what ever it is.
The mirrored ones are a pain in the arse in a dual crew cockpit because they flash light around and the other pilot gets flashes out the corner of their eye. Apart from which you can see how stupid you look with your aviators on.
The mirrored ones are a pain in the arse in a dual crew cockpit because they flash light around and the other pilot gets flashes out the corner of their eye. Apart from which you can see how stupid you look with your aviators on.
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If I looked half as good as Chery Cole does, I'm sure you wouldn't mind!
haha
Are you more concerned by the reflections as you pointed out or the fact that they make you look like a poser?
(sorry - end of day winding up post!)
MME Matty,
I heard Mickey Mouse wears an MMEMatty watch
haha
Are you more concerned by the reflections as you pointed out or the fact that they make you look like a poser?
(sorry - end of day winding up post!)
MME Matty,
I heard Mickey Mouse wears an MMEMatty watch
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If all the money's for a watch, go with that. It's a great watch, looks the part (not too flash, but stands out) and people who know watches will assume you have some class if they see you with one of those on your wrist.
If not, get a cheap(ish) Casio and get the bint to buy you a Bose X headset with the remainder of the wonga instead...
I've seen a lot of the GA fraternity wearing those "Torgeon(?!)" things, and they seem quite popular.
If not, get a cheap(ish) Casio and get the bint to buy you a Bose X headset with the remainder of the wonga instead...
I've seen a lot of the GA fraternity wearing those "Torgeon(?!)" things, and they seem quite popular.
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Reflections and I am not taking it as a wind up post its these daft little things that can cause problems and waste hard earned cash.
If you flying domestic your usually flying north south so one side of the cockpit gets the sun and the other doesn't. So one side wear them the other doesn't you get flashes coming from the the sunny side. And also you get twin beams on the instruments where the other person is looking. Apparently its even worse if the other pilot wears glasses because they cop the reflection off the inside of thier glasses.
PS to add I must admit I did do the swap, watch for ANR headset when the first job present topic came up with my family. Half the price of what they were planning to buy me but its been used every working day of my life since.
If you flying domestic your usually flying north south so one side of the cockpit gets the sun and the other doesn't. So one side wear them the other doesn't you get flashes coming from the the sunny side. And also you get twin beams on the instruments where the other person is looking. Apparently its even worse if the other pilot wears glasses because they cop the reflection off the inside of thier glasses.
PS to add I must admit I did do the swap, watch for ANR headset when the first job present topic came up with my family. Half the price of what they were planning to buy me but its been used every working day of my life since.
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I have collected watches for years (sad, but its my thing!), I own Omega, Tag-Heur, Tissot, Seiko etc. What do I wear flying as a professional airline pilot?? A Casio G- Shock digital. I swear by them. Here is why:
1. Wave Ceptor auto updates correct time from LW radio signal so always 100% accurate.
2. Solar Powered so no need to worry about battery
3. Auto illuminates when I tilt it 45 degrees to look at, great at night on the flightdeck when lights are dimmed.
4. Does not set off metal detectors.
5. G-Shock technology, so will take any punishment - even my landings!
6. Resin strap, but metal case, so looks smart enough to wear to work
7. 200m water resistant (in case I ever have to do a 'Sully'!)
8. Time easy to read in BIG numerals, along with day, date and month
9. 30 time zones
10. Alarm and stop watch
11. Less than 100 quid in Argos
Save the flashy watches for the bar
(Edit - I forgot to mention the 'Time Memo' function: this is basically a button that you press to record a set event/time. PERFECT for recording Take Off/Landing times, and it stores up to 30, so can even cope with 6 sector days.....shudder!)
1. Wave Ceptor auto updates correct time from LW radio signal so always 100% accurate.
2. Solar Powered so no need to worry about battery
3. Auto illuminates when I tilt it 45 degrees to look at, great at night on the flightdeck when lights are dimmed.
4. Does not set off metal detectors.
5. G-Shock technology, so will take any punishment - even my landings!
6. Resin strap, but metal case, so looks smart enough to wear to work
7. 200m water resistant (in case I ever have to do a 'Sully'!)
8. Time easy to read in BIG numerals, along with day, date and month
9. 30 time zones
10. Alarm and stop watch
11. Less than 100 quid in Argos
Save the flashy watches for the bar
(Edit - I forgot to mention the 'Time Memo' function: this is basically a button that you press to record a set event/time. PERFECT for recording Take Off/Landing times, and it stores up to 30, so can even cope with 6 sector days.....shudder!)
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Buy Casio G-Shock Wave Ceptor Solar LCD Gents Watch. at Argos.co.uk - Your Online Shop for .
If the link does not work it's in the Argos online cat (www.argos.co.uk), do a search on 'G Shock Watches', product number 254/5927.
I should be getting commission for this........
If the link does not work it's in the Argos online cat (www.argos.co.uk), do a search on 'G Shock Watches', product number 254/5927.
I should be getting commission for this........
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that is undoubtedly the ugliest watch i have ever seen!!
so the concensus is, one watch for the cockpit and one for outside of the cockpit!
casio for function and something else for flair... unless you spend your spare time playing flightsim or world of warcraft that is.
so the concensus is, one watch for the cockpit and one for outside of the cockpit!
casio for function and something else for flair... unless you spend your spare time playing flightsim or world of warcraft that is.
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problem solved!!
http://stuff4restaurants.com/blog2/w...atch-plane.jpg
and one for afraz and fabbe!!
Image(s) for Timex aeroplane watch - Tesco.Direct
and one for afraz and fabbe!!
Image(s) for Timex aeroplane watch - Tesco.Direct
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For anyone contemplating paying £1000 for a watch...
Know the difference between quartz and an automatic movement? If you're buying a serious watch, you should.
One is a simple electronic timepiece, the other a miniature mechanical masterpiece. Both might have the same brand and design. Both might even have similar prices.
Swiss watches are famous for a reason. However, the marketeers will be happy to sell you the quartz watch for only slightly less than the real thing. Know what you are buying.
Know the difference between quartz and an automatic movement? If you're buying a serious watch, you should.
One is a simple electronic timepiece, the other a miniature mechanical masterpiece. Both might have the same brand and design. Both might even have similar prices.
Swiss watches are famous for a reason. However, the marketeers will be happy to sell you the quartz watch for only slightly less than the real thing. Know what you are buying.