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secondimpact
Will .
Jul 16, 2005 10:07 AM
Hey, im thinking about getting a watch. Any suggestions...? Im afraid that the timebomb is a tad bit out of my range for me..

I need a watch that is especially waterproof. Thanks!
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I Con
Jul 16, 2005 11:20 AM
Judge or GMT.
warwagon
Mike Bahr
Jul 16, 2005 11:58 AM
Agreed...Judge or GMT. Either you can't go wrong.
O-TasMiC
Ben Jorgensen
Jul 16, 2005 7:07 PM
If you are thinking of getting an oakley watch, you should deffinatly get a Timebomb, its a must for your Oakley collection, despite some minor defects that were pointed out in another thread. You can get one for $400 from eBay seller dagoodbuys, just contact them, tell them you want a Timebomb for $400, and if they still have them in stock, they should sell for that price.
secondimpact
Will .
Jul 17, 2005 2:49 AM
Ben what defects are there? Thanks for the suggestion
shoes2shades
Ryan P
Jul 17, 2005 4:18 AM
I’d go with the GMT in Stealth Black. One the best looking watches out there.
O-TasMiC
Ben Jorgensen
Jul 17, 2005 5:23 AM
Well, I wouldnt exactly call them defects, but the crystal is apperantly easier to scratch because it is made out of HardEx rather than saphire, and the x metal band scuffs to easily
secondimpact
Will .
Jul 17, 2005 12:35 PM
Alright..so..I think ill go ahead and save for a timebomb
Should I get one in white or titanium?
O-TasMiC
Ben Jorgensen
Jul 17, 2005 4:14 PM
Good choice, I am glad you decided on the Timebomb, I would go with Titanium/Carbon, but If I had to choose between White and Titanium, I would go with Titanium, its really just your preferance.
OakleyMonster
Mike Martone
Jul 17, 2005 6:37 PM
I agree, the TimeBomb is by far the best looking Oakley watch. I would really like one with the green face, but the carbn fiber is also veery cool.
bong
Wilson Ng
Jul 17, 2005 8:56 PM
i love my White Timebomb... IMO it looks better than Titanium since it has more contrast with the watch casing/body. but i guess it's a matter of preference.

the GMT is an awesome watch, but its Japan Movement if you're concerned about that. the Judge is Swiss Movement.
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I Con
Jul 18, 2005 10:03 AM
If you're going for accuracy, you're far better off with a digital watch anyway. When it comes to analog watches, the movement really isn't a big deal. I have a Judge because I like the way it looks, not because of the three extra jewels.
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Travis D
Aug 26, 2005 4:40 AM
I had this same problem a month ago. I almost got a titanium timebomb, but ended up getting the stealth black GMT. The pictures of this watch do not do it justice to what it looks like in person, the stealth black is awesome. I picked the GMT over the judge because it had an alarm and could also be used as a dress watch. The timebomb is old and has been around for a few years. They are nice watches but only have mineral crystal which is junk compared to the sapphire crystal in the judge or GMT. The titanium timebomb is also a lot lighter and smaller that the latter. But it all comes down to personal preference. I would go down to the mall and see them for yourself. When I saw stealth black I forgot about the timebomb.
The polished judge is nice too, but its pretty flashy.
bong
Wilson Ng
Aug 26, 2005 5:31 AM
i have to agree the Stealth Black GMT looks great, it's perfect for all situations. i think the GMT has the best Stealth Black look, all the ticks and markings on the watchface and sub-dials stands out... same goes for the Stealth Black Detonator. the Stealth Black Judge looks good, but to me the Stealth Black GMT is more impressive.

as much as i love my Stealth Black Blade, the all black finish doesn't really do the design much justice. there really isn't enough contrast to show off it's details, but hey... it's stealthy like the name suggests.
TheVault
Eric Arsenault
Aug 26, 2005 5:33 AM
The first watch that I will get will be the Blade wich is so underrated in my opinion. But is it waterproof ?
bong
Wilson Ng
Aug 26, 2005 5:40 AM
yeah, it's waterproof... IIRC up to 10 bars, which is 100 meters.
adamjmoore
adam _
Aug 26, 2005 1:33 PM
I believe the newer Timebombs now all come with Sapphire Crystal instead of the old hardex.
Dann
Dann Thombs
Aug 26, 2005 4:54 PM
Hmmm, so if I spend the $45 and get it swapped, will I get a durable crystal. That would be worth it.
yelkao
Dan
Aug 26, 2005 5:47 PM
Yeah that would be worth I think Dann.

I think you defintiely can't go wrong with a Stealth GMT. I've had one for almost a year and I wear it almost everyday. I love the Time Bomb too. If I had 2 of the TBs I might be wearing one of those almost everyday too. But I still consider it kind of like my Holy Grail, so I don't wear it very often.

Dann
Dann Thombs
Aug 26, 2005 5:51 PM
I've worn it every day for 2 1/2 years, so it's a bit dinged up, but still looks pretty nice at first glance and hasn't let me down.
Jonnyboy
Aug 26, 2005 6:11 PM
I don't think the new timebombs have a sapphire crystal.
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science wrapped in art dealer
Aug 26, 2005 6:22 PM
don't think , just buy a watch , as long it's an oakley , you'll be fine
twjg78
Tom Tom
Sep 13, 2005 4:05 AM
GMT stealth black is excellent
Rick
Rick (The Doctor) Fawcett
Sep 13, 2005 6:21 AM
I agree with Tom, probably my next watch purchase.
bong
Wilson Ng
Sep 13, 2005 9:06 AM
i would so love a GMT in Stealth Black, but i shouldn't think of another watch purchase, LOL.
i've seen the Stealth Black GMT in person at the O-Store a few weeks ago and it was absolutely beautiful, probably the best Stealth Black execution ever done on an Oakley watch. i would consider selling my Stealth Black Blade to fund a Steath Black GMT purchase.
 
 
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