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Re: Quartz vs. Automatic for college grad
In Response To: Re: Quartz vs. Automatic for college grad ()

: Why isn't a quartz watch viewed as an
: "electronic marvel"? Quartz
: watches work better and use newer, more

Quartz watches are common. Too common. They're mass-produced, cheap, and disposable. Those qualities make them great deals for someone looking for value. But to me, those same qualities make them almost lifeless, especially since mechanically they're all pretty much the same. In terms of aesthetics, I don't like the herky-jerky tick movement of quartz watches. The rareness of mechanical watches to me only adds to their appeal. When you buy a mechanical, you're buying a moment in time: a certain style and a certain movement caliber that are the products of a certain period.

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