Chronometer (aka yacomino)
42131
Very impressive upgrade to this movement. Seem similar to upgrades on the ETA we find in new Longines. Makes a big difference on the rate!
Forged Carbon Tissot PRX Powermatic 80
An interesting (at least to some) new release by Tissot. This quote grabbed my attention: "Given that carbon fiber is hardly an intrinsically valuable material, I’ve often been baffled by the extreme premiums some brands charge for their carbon-cased watc...
No, based on ETA 2824
"Aside from its carbon fiber case, the other most noteworthy detail about the new forged carbon Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is the updated movement fitted to the model. Just like all of Tissot’s other entry-level mechanical watches, the new forged carbon PRX...
Haha. It’s cool when someone challenges the status quo.
I love ceramic for its hardness because I have attributed hardness to its scratch resistance. I just looked up carbon fiber’s hardness and that’s not one of its strong points. But that’s the theory; anyone have any real world experience with CF for its ab...
I had my AP ROO forged carbon for 15 years
And not even a single scratch or dent. But, if you are familiar with the material, its strong points are lightness and stiffness. That's why it's used extensively in race cars and many high-end sports cars. To me CF in a watch is nothing more than lightne...
That’s good to hear about CF
With regards to scratches and dents. Nice looking AP and Tudor!
