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spuds · 23 March 2010, 01:16 AM

... in comparison to your Rolex (or other watch)?

I used to have an Explorer II & a DJ but the DJ always felt small & never got any wrist-time.

If I wear a Monster as my daily work-watch/'beater' I'm slightly concerned that my GMTIIc (&/or any other Rolex) will feel small after.

Has anyone else found this??
...or do they 'wear' so differently that a comparison is almost irrelevant

They're not readily available in the UK so I'll be ordering online without ever having seen one 'in the flesh' (let alone tried one on) so I'd welcome your comments.
(as well as any alternative recommendations for a cheap, "fun?", reliable & automatic 'beater').

Thanks for your help guys.

beerformeplz · 23 March 2010, 01:27 AM

I love mine, its a little heavy but the bracelet is probably one of the best I have worn.

Deyn Man · 23 March 2010, 02:06 AM

would not feel small... but i reckon it would feel light...

monster's a solid, heavy watch... but you wouldn't mind it for sure!

can't go wrong with the monster! as mentioned numerous times, you get so much watch for the price! go for it!!!!!

spuds · 23 March 2010, 02:09 AM

Cheers Chaps.......

(I think maybe I'm just hesitant never having seen nor tried one on if that makes any sense?)

But soddit I'll order one on ebay/amazon this evening!!

Deyn Man · 23 March 2010, 02:21 AM

do get the one on SS bracelet.. then you could get the rubber strap after (this would be cheaper than doing the reverse). or, get a Nato (just like what i did... or will do... ordered already from Singapore and just waiting for my friend to actually get it)...
goodluck!

chrisok · 23 March 2010, 08:35 AM

Dan, I love my monster but I have had some issues regarding your initial question. I thought it was really big and bulky when i first wore it and it took some getting used to but after a week or so i got used to it. Now I have worn it so long without rotating my sub or expII that anything else just feels small....I guess i need to put this monster up for awhile but i cant take it off!
Hope that helps!

everose · 23 March 2010, 02:36 PM

Don't worry Dan....as good as Monster undoubtedly is....you will not be putting your new GMT in storage or up for sale.

Monster feels TOTALLY different from my 2 rolex....

Monster is a Land Rover Defender...... your GMT is a Range Rover supercharged!!!!!

Go ahead,it was made for,hands on, Recycling Execs!!!!

2005rivers · 23 March 2010, 02:41 PM

I like the weight of the monster, it seems similiar to my GMT IIc, the main differance is the bracelet, I can tell they are not solid links. I wear OM for work during the week and wear my GMT often too. I don't see a big problem going back and forth. I bought mine without trying it too, I don't think the size of the watch is so far off of the GMT either, Great watch!

spuds · 24 March 2010, 08:40 AM

Gentlemen I Thank You!

Just ordered my BM on a bracelet (from citywatches at GBP£175) & it should be here within the week.

& everose mate you crack me up!!

Speed · 24 March 2010, 12:40 PM

Whoa Dan...did you get a new GMTIIC??? I must have missed it. Did you post pics?

I wear my Monster on ZULU NATO. I need to get the bracelet resized, but I have been too lazy.

Mike B · 24 March 2010, 02:36 PM

You will LOVE your new Black Monster !
I definitely notice that after wearing my black monster for a few weeks, then switching back to my Omega Seamaster (the 42MM Bond watch) that it defiantly feels a bit smaller prior to me waring the monster.
However, that shouldn't be a problem. You will love the Monster, it's my everyday watch (I'm wearing it right now actually :) ).

spuds · 24 March 2010, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Whoa Dan...did you get a new GMTIIC??? I must have missed it. Did you post pics?

I wear my Monster on ZULU NATO. I need to get the bracelet resized, but I have been too lazy.

Oh yes indeedy Bill mate the pic's are here...........

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=118431

LOVE the GMTIIc but still kinda babying it to be honest.....
especially when working at the skip (or dumpster) yard.

spuds · 24 March 2010, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike B

You will LOVE your new Black Monster !
I definitely notice that after wearing my black monster for a few weeks, then switching back to my Omega Seamaster (the 42MM Bond watch) that it defiantly feels a bit smaller prior to me waring the monster.
However, that shouldn't be a problem. You will love the Monster, it's my everyday watch (I'm wearing it right now actually :) ).

Cheers Vernon!

Funnily enough I'm wearing a (Quartz, blue) Bond-Seamaster right now but it's going on ebay at the weekend.....
I just sold my eighteen month old black one on ebay last week & got £760 & it was only £1,085(ish) new!

Who says you can't beat a Rolex for holding it's value....?

Kokyuryoku · 24 March 2010, 07:21 PM

Dan, you'll absolutely love the BM. I find mine a little heavier than my sub and speedy, but not a big difference. I only notice for a few seconds after I've changed watches. I can't wait to see some pics. Wait until you see that lume in person, amazing

chrisok · 25 March 2010, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

Gentlemen I Thank You!

Just ordered my BM on a bracelet (from citywatches at GBP£175) & it should be here within the week.

& everose mate you crack me up!!

Congratulations in advance Dan,I think you are going to love it!

Mike B · 25 March 2010, 01:17 PM

Here is mine:

shandy · 25 March 2010, 02:32 PM

I have an OM on rubber, I love it! It has a well earned and desrved cult following I think, OM, black or any of the other funky colours one can find, it is a great watch and bats well above it's price!

spuds · 25 March 2010, 05:56 PM

Thanks for your comments guys..... I'll post pic's just as soon as she arrives!!

Prince Tudor · 27 March 2010, 03:28 AM

I find my Monster wears lighter than would be expected. I use either the OEM rubber band, a Bond Nato strap, or a SS mesh band with it.

Prince · 27 March 2010, 03:40 AM

Mine is on the OEM rubber strap, and is very comfortable.

spuds · 31 March 2010, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

Mine is on the OEM rubber strap, and is very comfortable.

Gotta get me one'o those straps.....

spuds · 31 March 2010, 08:28 AM

Royal Mail 'Track & Trace' website.... 23:26hrs on 30th March 2010.........

"We have received your item and expect to deliver it before the guaranteed time on 31/03/10.

To check on your item’s progress, please try again later".

Woo-Hoo!!!!!

2005rivers · 31 March 2010, 08:45 AM

Can't wait for some pics, (early)congrats!

flyinbrian · 31 March 2010, 08:59 AM

Gave away my Monster on Rubber strap to a friend and just got another on the bracelet. Wears very nice, a little heavier than my GMT IIC but feels fine. The bracelet is nicer and heavier than I thought it would be, great quality for the price paid.

spuds · 1 April 2010, 12:00 AM

My wife knew that my Monster was due to be delivered by mid-day today.

I asked my wife at 11.55 if it'd arrived & she said "No not yet" so I then asked "Can you check the post-box (at the end of our driveway) for an 'attempted delivery' card honey?"

At 14.00 my wife informed me that an attempted delivery had indeed been made, but by the time she'd checked the post-box the holding depot was closed.

The delivery had been attempted while my wife was having 'girl-time' with her buddies or something I guess.

I'm not sure wether to cry or shoot her.

LADIES I'M JUST KIDDING ABOUT THE SHOOTING PART OK?!?

chrisok · 1 April 2010, 06:41 AM

Sorry about the luck Dan!! Maybe tomorrow?? Ill be waiting for the pics!

spuds · 1 April 2010, 06:46 AM

Cheers Chris!!

Bloody HOPE it gets here somehow.....
Just sold my Seamaster 'work watch' on ebay & the guy's picking that up from me at work tomorrow!!

ESKO · 1 April 2010, 07:18 AM

I love mine! It is a little loose, because I am in Afghanistan and can't adjust the watch any further than I have, without anymore tools.

beerformeplz · 1 April 2010, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ESKO

I love mine! It is a little loose, because I am in Afghanistan and can't adjust the watch any further than I have, without anymore tools.

The band gave my local jeweler a fit also.

Deyn Man · 2 April 2010, 03:19 AM

can't wait to see pics dan! but more than the pics, can't wait to read your post saying how impressed you are on your monster!

hope everything turns out well!

23 March 2010, 01:16 AM	#1
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	How does your Seiko Monster 'wear'....... ... in comparison to your Rolex (or other watch)? I used to have an Explorer II & a DJ but the DJ always felt small & never got any wrist-time. If I wear a Monster as my daily work-watch/'beater' I'm slightly concerned that my GMTIIc (&/or any other Rolex) will feel small after. Has anyone else found this?? ...or do they 'wear' so differently that a comparison is almost irrelevant They're not readily available in the UK so I'll be ordering online without ever having seen one 'in the flesh' (let alone tried one on) so I'd welcome your comments. (as well as any alternative recommendations for a cheap, "fun?", reliable & automatic 'beater'). Thanks for your help guys. __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

23 March 2010, 02:09 AM	#4
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Cheers Chaps....... (I think maybe I'm just hesitant never having seen nor tried one on if that makes any sense?) But soddit I'll order one on ebay/amazon this evening!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

24 March 2010, 08:40 AM	#9
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Gentlemen I Thank You! Just ordered my BM on a bracelet (from citywatches at GBP£175) & it should be here within the week. & everose mate you crack me up!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

24 March 2010, 07:21 PM	#14
Kokyuryoku "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Rye Location: Japan Watch: Sundial Posts: 2,156	Dan, you'll absolutely love the BM. I find mine a little heavier than my sub and speedy, but not a big difference. I only notice for a few seconds after I've changed watches. I can't wait to see some pics. Wait until you see that lume in person, amazing __________________ 'The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship. Emphasis on the physical aspects of warriorship is futile, for the power of the body is always limited'*- Morihei Ueshiba -* Omega 3570.50 (77mil) Rolex 16610 (V) Rolex 1601 (1966) Seiko BM

25 March 2010, 05:56 PM	#18
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Thanks for your comments guys..... I'll post pic's just as soon as she arrives!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

23 March 2010, 01:27 AM	#2
beerformeplz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Pat Location: chesapeake Watch: seadweller Posts: 764	I love mine, its a little heavy but the bracelet is probably one of the best I have worn.

23 March 2010, 02:06 AM	#3
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	would not feel small... but i reckon it would feel light... monster's a solid, heavy watch... but you wouldn't mind it for sure! can't go wrong with the monster! as mentioned numerous times, you get so much watch for the price! go for it!!!!!

23 March 2010, 02:21 AM	#5
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	do get the one on SS bracelet.. then you could get the rubber strap after (this would be cheaper than doing the reverse). or, get a Nato (just like what i did... or will do... ordered already from Singapore and just waiting for my friend to actually get it)... goodluck!

23 March 2010, 08:35 AM	#6
chrisok Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Wichita Falls,TX Watch: Rolex,PAM Posts: 525	Dan, I love my monster but I have had some issues regarding your initial question. I thought it was really big and bulky when i first wore it and it took some getting used to but after a week or so i got used to it. Now I have worn it so long without rotating my sub or expII that anything else just feels small....I guess i need to put this monster up for awhile but i cant take it off! Hope that helps!

23 March 2010, 02:36 PM	#7
everose Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: World Citizen Posts: 593	Don't worry Dan....as good as Monster undoubtedly is....you will not be putting your new GMT in storage or up for sale. Monster feels TOTALLY different from my 2 rolex.... Monster is a Land Rover Defender...... your GMT is a Range Rover supercharged!!!!! Go ahead,it was made for,hands on, Recycling Execs!!!!

23 March 2010, 02:41 PM	#8
2005rivers Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: texas Watch: GMT Master IIc Posts: 545	I like the weight of the monster, it seems similiar to my GMT IIc, the main differance is the bracelet, I can tell they are not solid links. I wear OM for work during the week and wear my GMT often too. I don't see a big problem going back and forth. I bought mine without trying it too, I don't think the size of the watch is so far off of the GMT either, Great watch!

24 March 2010, 12:40 PM	#10
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Whoa Dan...did you get a new GMTIIC??? I must have missed it. Did you post pics? I wear my Monster on ZULU NATO. I need to get the bracelet resized, but I have been too lazy.

24 March 2010, 02:36 PM	#11
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	You will LOVE your new Black Monster ! I definitely notice that after wearing my black monster for a few weeks, then switching back to my Omega Seamaster (the 42MM Bond watch) that it defiantly feels a bit smaller prior to me waring the monster. However, that shouldn't be a problem. You will love the Monster, it's my everyday watch (I'm wearing it right now actually :) ).

25 March 2010, 02:32 PM	#17
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	I have an OM on rubber, I love it! It has a well earned and desrved cult following I think, OM, black or any of the other funky colours one can find, it is a great watch and bats well above it's price!

27 March 2010, 03:28 AM	#19
Prince Tudor "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Lucas Location: Canada Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 726	I find my Monster wears lighter than would be expected. I use either the OEM rubber band, a Bond Nato strap, or a SS mesh band with it. __________________

27 March 2010, 03:40 AM	#20
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Mine is on the OEM rubber strap, and is very comfortable. __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

31 March 2010, 08:28 AM	#22
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Royal Mail 'Track & Trace' website.... 23:26hrs on 30th March 2010......... "We have received your item and expect to deliver it before the guaranteed time on 31/03/10. To check on your item’s progress, please try again later". Woo-Hoo!!!!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

31 March 2010, 08:45 AM	#23
2005rivers Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: texas Watch: GMT Master IIc Posts: 545	Can't wait for some pics, (early)congrats!

31 March 2010, 08:59 AM	#24
flyinbrian 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: AZ Watch: Rolex Posts: 858	Gave away my Monster on Rubber strap to a friend and just got another on the bracelet. Wears very nice, a little heavier than my GMT IIC but feels fine. The bracelet is nicer and heavier than I thought it would be, great quality for the price paid.

1 April 2010, 12:00 AM	#25
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	My wife knew that my Monster was due to be delivered by mid-day today. I asked my wife at 11.55 if it'd arrived & she said "No not yet" so I then asked "Can you check the post-box (at the end of our driveway) for an 'attempted delivery' card honey?" At 14.00 my wife informed me that an attempted delivery had indeed been made, but by the time she'd checked the post-box the holding depot was closed. The delivery had been attempted while my wife was having 'girl-time' with her buddies or something I guess. I'm not sure wether to cry or shoot her. LADIES I'M JUST KIDDING ABOUT THE SHOOTING PART OK?!? __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

1 April 2010, 06:41 AM	#26
chrisok Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Wichita Falls,TX Watch: Rolex,PAM Posts: 525	Sorry about the luck Dan!! Maybe tomorrow?? Ill be waiting for the pics!

1 April 2010, 06:46 AM	#27
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Cheers Chris!! Bloody HOPE it gets here somehow..... Just sold my Seamaster 'work watch' on ebay & the guy's picking that up from me at work tomorrow!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

1 April 2010, 07:18 AM	#28
ESKO Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Luis Location: Afghanistan/Texas Watch: 2012 Milgauss GV Posts: 752	I love mine! It is a little loose, because I am in Afghanistan and can't adjust the watch any further than I have, without anymore tools.

2 April 2010, 03:19 AM	#30
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	can't wait to see pics dan! but more than the pics, can't wait to read your post saying how impressed you are on your monster! hope everything turns out well!

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