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AntFarm 3T WIS 
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So I'm thinking about purchasing one of two watches, unless of course somebody comes up with something I haven't thought of... Anyway, the two are either the Helson Blackbeard, with the black dial, or an Oris Diver. Now I guess the problem is do I go with a micro or with a name brand? I've owned an Oris before and know the fit and finish is wonderful. I believe they are very undervalued. But at the same time I haven't heard anything negative about Helson and I like the styling of the Blackbeard. Any opinions for either brand would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance. |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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I would be down with the Helson all the way, Tony. Why? It is just so much cooler than the Oris IMO and I think Helson is one of the premier micor brands. (If there is such a thing.) No doubt an Oris would be a high quality watch too, but I have had them and they leave me cold. If you want an Oris go with a used one because they just don't hold their value. The Blackbeard is a cool watch. Not something you'll see around too much and again, the Helson watches I have are top notch. But of course JMHO! Good luck! |
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Hammerfjord Moderator 
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Never owned any Helson but owned a blue waved dial TT1 Oris who tired me off even it looked good... I sold the Oris and never regretted it in fact: Oris isn't for me and them special lugs are not suited to other standard straps...That detail is annoying. Quality was good but it didn't hook on me even so. |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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A little hard to answer. I have never owned an Oris but I do own a Helson Gauge. Very happy with it. Paxman might be right about Oris not able to hold its value. Too early to tell about the Helsons though. |
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AntFarm 3T WIS
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Thanks for the advice and opinions...I now know what I am going to do. |
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afc14284 3T WIS 
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Tony... What did you finally decide? I imagine you went for the Helson.... Please do tell!!! |
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AntFarm 3T WIS
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I ended up ordering the Blackbeard... Just waiting for the arrival... Very exciting...  |
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afc14284 3T WIS
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LOL.. I could smell your choice a mile away!!! I'll be waiting for your pics once it arrives!!! |
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joecb 3T WIS 
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good choice...I have never taken a real liking to Oris...I really can't put my finger on it, but there just not that appealing to me, especially at there retail pricing. |
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