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Thread: Precista PRS-82 - owner first impressions, photos and straps etc

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jimmymanabouttown View Post
    Ok about to pull the trigger on this beauty (I keep missing shop times - first the close for update then the xerox malfunction haha) - I have one last, nagging question!

    How does this watch wear size-wise? I have 7.5" wrists and am wondering if it may be just a touch on the small side. Does the asymmetrical case enlarge its presence/compensate for this? I am so used to wearing 42mm watches I am wondering if the 40mm will be noticeable.

    Any owners here have similar wrists? How does it wear for you? Got a piccie or 2? Thank guys and sorry for the bother!!!
    I have similar sized wrists and I find the size perfect, I've had 4 of eddies watches now and this is my favourite




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    Sold!

    Thank you for pics - looks perfectly proportioned.

    Ok, Tuesday. Come sooner.

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    It is a magnificent watch. I love mine, so nice it's too good to wear.

    This and a 29A, the perfect two watch combo.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jimmymanabouttown View Post
    Sold!

    Thank you for pics - looks perfectly proportioned.

    Ok, Tuesday. Come sooner.
    No problem! They really are great watches, you won't be disappointed! Just need to tap Eddie up now for my commission!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim: View Post
    Back on a Zeno oyster :

    Love it mate, really nice specs!

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    Dam !!!

    Thats looks good on any strap

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    Dam !!!

    Thats looks good on any strap

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    Alright! The PRS82 arrived last week - still in the honeymoon phase. Seriously, love this watch. Felt a bit small at first but I actually love the size now - something about the case has real presence.

    Two questions for those out there with these beauties (or even if you just know the answers!).

    1. Winding - which way do I wind this? Clockwise or anti-clockwise? Clockwise feels like it has a bit too much resistance (so loathe to do it that way) - Anti clockwise?

    2. Setting the time - hoping I am just doing something wrong here, but I find it hard to set the time - like the crown keeps losing its grip/catches intermittently. If I pull it out 3 clicks, I have to keep pulling for it to catch, even then, it is a bit hit and miss? Kinda bummed on this one as I am pretty sure it is not supposed to do that! Something broken? Trip to the watch repairer? - EDIT: Silly me didn't pull it out quite far enough (being too gentle) Thanks to Eddie for helping me out there!

    Waiting for other straps to arrive to take piccies. That said, really like the rubber strap!
    Last edited by Jimmymanabouttown; 12th August 2016 at 03:29.

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    Solid performer

    Perfect companion for the beach and watersports as intended. Set and forget timekeeping (+33s in 14 days). Silicone strap very comfortable. Bezel turnable with wet hands. Took the knocks in wave conditions tough enough to break one of my boards in half. Good work.

    Cheers

    Velociphile

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    Clockwise if you must but it's automatic so, if you're wearing it enough, you won't need to

    Quote Originally Posted by Jimmymanabouttown View Post
    Alright! The PRS82 arrived last week - still in the honeymoon phase. Seriously, love this watch. Felt a bit small at first but I actually love the size now - something about the case has real presence.

    Two questions for those out there with these beauties (or even if you just know the answers!).

    1. Winding - which way do I wind this? Clockwise or anti-clockwise? Clockwise feels like it has a bit too much resistance (so loathe to do it that way) - Anti clockwise?

    2. Setting the time - hoping I am just doing something wrong here, but I find it hard to set the time - like the crown keeps losing its grip/catches intermittently. If I pull it out 3 clicks, I have to keep pulling for it to catch, even then, it is a bit hit and miss? Kinda bummed on this one as I am pretty sure it is not supposed to do that! Something broken? Trip to the watch repairer? - EDIT: Silly me didn't pull it out quite far enough (being too gentle) Thanks to Eddie for helping me out there!

    Waiting for other straps to arrive to take piccies. That said, really like the rubber strap!

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    Got mine back recently after being sent away for regulating and it's now running at -1s per day! I love this watch even more now!

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    Good to hear. Did you use anyone you can recommend in case useful for other people? (Possibly me!)

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    One of the things I love about mine (and I only see this on a handful of my other watches) is the bluish tint to the crystal in certain light, from the AR coating I guess.

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    I've noticed that the watch is currently out of stock, but more are on order - where are all these NOS movements coming from?! Remains a great piece and what I wear most days.

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    Quote Originally Posted by nyonya View Post
    I've noticed that the watch is currently out of stock, but more are on order - where are all these NOS movements coming from?! Remains a great piece and what I wear most days.
    There are no more 2783, the next batch will have the 2824.

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    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    There are no more 2783, the next batch will have the 2824.

    Eddie
    Oh that's interesting. Are you anticipating a price change to coincide with the movement update? Any idea on timing?

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    There are no more 2783, the next batch will have the 2824.

    Eddie

    What's the difference in movements Eddie?

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    There are no more 2783, the next batch will have the 2824.

    Eddie
    How many of the 2783 were made? We got up to 433 on the owners list thread.

    And does that mean the 2824s will be just a homage, not a genuine LE re-issue…?

    Jim

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    Quote Originally Posted by soapy View Post
    What's the difference in movements Eddie?
    7200 beats per hour

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim: View Post
    7200 beats per hour

    Thanks,excuse my ignorance but what does that mean in real time terms.

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    Not a great deal, a smoother sweep of the seconds hand.

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    500 have been made with the 2783.

    Eddie
    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim: View Post
    How many of the 2783 were made? We got up to 433 on the owners list thread.

    And does that mean the 2824s will be just a homage, not a genuine LE re-issue…?

    Jim

    It could mean that the first 500 were prototypes.
    F.T.F.A.

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    Just a quick snap of the 82 on the "Nageur De Combat" from seikosthlm over at MWR.

    Suits it well IMHO.


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    it may be wrong, but I put mine on a tapering black leather strap which makes it look even more period.

    If I go swimming its back on a nylon of course.

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    Quote Originally Posted by longbear View Post
    Just a quick snap of the 82 on the "Nageur De Combat" from seikosthlm over at MWR.

    Suits it well IMHO.
    Great, cool straps, but that stitching is woeful.

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    Quote Originally Posted by longbear View Post
    Just a quick snap of the 82 on the "Nageur De Combat" from seikosthlm over at MWR.

    Suits it well IMHO.

    Stunning. I have only just discovered this watch and I'm seriously thinking of pulling the trigger.

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    On a leather nato non nato I bought on sale

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    Wanted one of these for a long time. Only thing making me pause is how it will look on my puny 6.75in wrists. Any thoughts? I have a SBIII and a 29B and they wear fine

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    Quote Originally Posted by Johnnie View Post
    Wanted one of these for a long time. Only thing making me pause is how it will look on my puny 6.75in wrists. Any thoughts? I have a SBIII and a 29B and they wear fine
    They do wear large imo, but if you can get away with a SB3 and the 29b which I own as well you'll be fine.
    I have a 7.5" wrist btw.

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    Quote Originally Posted by barryw View Post
    They do wear large imo, but if you can get away with a SB3 and the 29b which I own as well you'll be fine.
    I have a 7.5" wrist btw.
    cheers Barry

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    Quote Originally Posted by Johnnie View Post
    Wanted one of these for a long time. Only thing making me pause is how it will look on my puny 6.75in wrists. Any thoughts? I have a SBIII and a 29B and they wear fine
    My wrist is a mere 6.5 and the watch does not overpower it at all.
    It actually looks ideal so I doubt you will be disappointed


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    Quote Originally Posted by Ar.parask View Post
    My wrist is a mere 6.5 and the watch does not overpower it at all.
    It actually looks ideal so I doubt you will be disappointed


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    Thank very much that's made my mind up. Much appreciated

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    long since sold but enjoyed it whilst I had it. Quality and dimensions were excellent but I couldn't get away with not having a date and never warmed to the vintage lume.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Bobbyf View Post
    long since sold but enjoyed it whilst I had it. Quality and dimensions were excellent but I couldn't get away with not having a date and never warmed to the vintage lume.


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    Mine travelled across Norway this month. Still one of my favorite watches and certainly my favorite from Timefactors.

    Benoît


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    The only mechanical watch I trust to go diving with!



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    Quote Originally Posted by weaselid View Post
    Stunning. I have only just discovered this watch and I'm seriously thinking of pulling the trigger.
    You should. And that photo with the MN strap is excellent. That strap does with everything. Quite a few around for them being rare though.

    I can think of three places to get one as of now.

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    First batch model for sale,I was actually looking for a old radio room clock.





    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precista-...QAAOSwywRaJyKA

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    Quote Originally Posted by bwest76 View Post
    First batch model for sale,I was actually looking for a old radio room clock.





    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precista-...QAAOSwywRaJyKA
    Mine... offered it up for sale here first. Not much interest


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    Quote Originally Posted by Ar.parask View Post
    Mine... offered it up for sale here first. Not much interest
    I guess the problem here is that everyone who can see SC and wants a PRS-82 has already got one.

    I reckon you should have pitched it at £1000 BIN+BO on eBay. ;-)

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    Quote Originally Posted by markrlondon View Post
    I guess the problem here is that everyone who can see SC and wants a PRS-82 has already got one.

    I reckon you should have pitched it at £1000 BIN+BO on eBay. ;-)
    Haha!
    Agreed. No a few people in here are after one but they would only take it for a bargain/lowball price.
    All I am saying is that it is a pity that watches like these end up leaving the forum.


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