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Re: Quartz vs Automatic
In Response To: Quartz vs Automatic ()

Get the auto...It has a soul.

Seriously, get the watch that makes you happiest. I prefer autos because I don't like the idea of having my watch opened just to change a battery. I also dislike the fact that quartz watches don't tick as well as the "hopping" second hand. I prefer the tick and the sweep.

Of course the quartz will be more accurate and it will cost less. The decision is yours.

: Hello everyone..I'm sure this subject came up
: many times before...I'm consider getting
: Seamaster James Bond watch but wasn't sure
: if quart is better than automatic..Your
: feedback is greatly appreciated...thank you

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