Harrison
US Veteran
I am looking at a Tag Haur Formula 1 watch for Christmas. Does anyone know anything about this brand and the Formula 1?
Joma does offer Formula 1 automatics, including some chronographs. This is their least expensive model.FYI, all the ones shown on Jomashop were Quartz movements. Best to do your homework.
fwiw OP, the Carrera is/will always be more desirable than that of the Formula 1. The Formula 1 was created for those that didn't want to spend the money for the Carrera, but wanted something "in the spirit" of racing for a lot less.I have a carrera twin time automatic, bough it new in 2005
It’s a nice watch, but it requires regular servicing / maintenance
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That Hamilton get great reviews too, Hamilton stuck to their Swiss roots.FYI, all the ones shown on Jomashop were Quartz movements. Best to do your homework.
I got a good deal on my Formula 1 Automatic through the AAFES website, and also recently purchased a Hamilton Intramatic Chronograph from them. @Harrison, you show that you are a US Army vet, so you are eligible to shop AAFES.
Joma does offer Formula 1 automatics, including some chronographs. This is their least expensive model.
Tag Heuer Formula 1 Automatic Men's Watch WAZ2011.BA0842
That Hamilton get great reviews too, Hamilton stuck to their Swiss roots.
New Bulovas are total garbage and went with cheap Japanese mvts. Bulova should've stayed with their mvt. roots, but they wanted a "fashion" watch for the masses.
Not saying all Japenes mvts. are cheap at all, some are highly desirable and regarded.
I have a carrera twin time automatic, bough it new in 2005
It’s a nice watch, but it requires regular servicing / maintenance
I have Omega watches and a Hamilton. The Hamilton is my every day watch and the Omega for more formal stuff (like dinner at McDonalds). But be aware that regular servicing / maintenance is somewhere between 5 and 10 years for mechanical watches and the cost is $500 and more. Plus don't expect a quick turn around.
Said no thanks, bought a nice nylon band for $30 and I'm good to go!