jp0319 Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 I’m a watch guy! I’ve had Omega, and Breitling in the past. Currently have a Rolex Submariner Date and an Apple Watch 5. I wear them both a lot, today I wore both at the same time! I’d rather look at my Sub for the time and use the Apple Watch for tracking everything and notifications when I don’t want or have my phone. Quote G410 Plus Driver, Ping Tour 173-65 Regular G410 5 wood, Ping Tour 173-65 Regular G410 Crossover 3 Iron, Alta CB 70 Regular G410 Irons 4-LW Project X LZ 5.5 Phantom X 12 Pro V1x Yellow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBWarPig Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Apple Watch is the way for me. Can keep my pockets uncluttered out on the course by putting away my phone, but still be connected as needed. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Driver: Mavrik Sub Zero,10°, Aldila Rogue Silver 70X 3W: Mavrik Sub Zero, 15°, Aldila Rogue Silver 70X 3H: Mavrik Sub Zero, 18°, KBS Tour Hybrid 75S 4i-PW: Mavrik Pro, +1°, True Temper Elevate Tour S, Standard Lie Wedges: SM8 - 50°/12F, 54°/14F, 58°/14K Putter: Special Select Squareback 2, 35" Ball: MTB-X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewMillenniumAthletics Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 I really like nice watches but ever since I got my fitbit that's about the only watch I ever wear. So much more functional than a nice automatic on the wrist. So I am a watch guy on the course but it's a fitbit... Quote founders@nmashop.com https://www.instagram.com/newmillenniumathletics/?hl=en Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chosenhandle Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I love watches and never leave home without one. I normally wear my Omega on the golf course simply because Rory says its ok. Quote I would like to publicly apologize to my family for golfing so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I used to wear watches all the time but got away from wearing them once the phone became an all in one device. After testing the skycaddie LX-5, I forgot how much I miss actually wearing a watch! Might have to dig out the Tissot I got in Sin Maarten on an anniversary trip..will most likely need a new battery. MDGolfHacker JohnSmalls 1 Quote What's In This Lefty's Bag? Driver: TSR2 11° Project X HZRDUS Black 4G 60g 5.5 Flex Fairway Woods: F8 3W Project X Even Flow Blue 75g shaft Fairway Woods: Hybrid: TSR2 18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft Irons: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex Wedge: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot Putter: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75" Bag: Three 5 Ball: PRO V1x / Z*Star RangeFinder: Titan Elite Social Media: Facebook: MD Golfhacker Twitter: @mdgolfhacker Instagram: mdgolfhacker Current MyGolfSpy Review - Precision Pro Titan Elite Rangefinder: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/64979-testers-announced-precision-pro-titan-elite/?do=findComment&comment=1082733 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cashuss_K Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 On 9/21/2020 at 8:27 AM, GBWarPig said: Apple Watch is the way for me. Can keep my pockets uncluttered out on the course by putting away my phone, but still be connected as needed. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy What App do you use? Or do you use one? I have had a few apps that I tried but always go back to Golfshot, it seems to have the most reliable GPS data for a majority of courses I play. Quote Driver: XR XStiff 3wood: F8 XStiff Hybrid: GAPR, HZRDUS XStiff Irons: P770 (Old) XStiff Wedges: Vokey SM8 54, 58 Putter: Spider Interactive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollingGreens Posted December 20, 2020 Share Posted December 20, 2020 I used to wear my Apple Watch on the course. Great for collecting data. But I’ve gone away from it. I don’t need the distraction of the every day world at my finger tips in addition to trying to save all the swing speed I can. I think their is a study that shows at least 1 mph loss for a watch Quote Stealth 2 Plus 9deg Kai' li Red Stealth 2 13deg Aldilla Rogue Silver Stealth 2 15deg Aldilla Rogue Silver JPX 921 Hot Metal 4-PW Nippon Modus 120s SM8 54 and 58deg Dynamic Gold Wedge Flex Scotty Cameron Newport 2 Titleist ProV1 Hoofer Stand Bag Stewart Q Follow Electric Caddie 300 PRO Rangefinder Official Nippon Regio B+ Driver Shaft Review Official Stewart Q Follow Review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozcycle Posted December 20, 2020 Share Posted December 20, 2020 I switch from my Apple series 3 to my Shot Scope V3 on the course. I still find myself looking at the SS for the temp...lolSent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Driver: 0311 XF 10.5* w/Project X Cypher 40 gram Senior shaft or 0811 XF 12* w/Evenflo Riptide CB Senior shaft Fairways: 0211 5W & 7W w/ Evenflo Riptide CB regular shaft and Tour Edge E521 9W w/Fubuki HD50 regular shaft Hybrid: None in bag at the moment Irons: Titleist T300 5-PW w/Fubuki MV Senior graphite shafts w/Golf Pride Tour Wedges: Edison forged 49*, 53* and 57* wedges with KB PGI Senior shafts(80 grm). Putter: 33” Evnroll ER2 w/Gravity Grip or ER6 or Bellum Winmore Model 707, or Nike Method Core Drone w/Evnroll Gravity Grip or Tommy Armour Impact No. 3 Bag: Vice cart bag(Black/Lime). Ball: Bridgestone RXS Mindset, Snell MTB Prime X, Maxfli Tour/S/X CG, Titleist Pro V1x or Titleist TruFeel Using Shot Scope X5 and Pinned Rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chip Strokes Posted December 20, 2020 Share Posted December 20, 2020 the only times i don’t have a watch on are when i’m golfing or working out my everyday is an older rolex datejust that i got as a college graduation present. for dressier occasions, i’ve got a few rolex daytonas, a submariner, and a skydweller. Quote SIM2 8º | KuroKage XD 70TX SIM 3W 14º | Fujikura Atmos Black Tour Spec 9TX SIM2 5W 18º | Fujikura Ventus Black 10X U500 2i | Fujikura Ventus HB Black 10TX T100 4-PW | Dynamic Gold X7 SM6 52* SM8 56* SM8 60* | Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 DW | BGT Stability Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash A. Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 I will wear my Garmin Fenix 5S while mountain biking, working out and now while out on the range. I think the various golf apps are pretty useful. I sync up my watch to Strava. It does feel awkward in the beginning, but I'm pretty used to it now. VernL4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozcycle Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 I used to take my watch off when golfing until I got a smart watch. Now I have progressed to the Shot Scope watch and wear it every round.Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy tommc23 1 Quote Driver: 0311 XF 10.5* w/Project X Cypher 40 gram Senior shaft or 0811 XF 12* w/Evenflo Riptide CB Senior shaft Fairways: 0211 5W & 7W w/ Evenflo Riptide CB regular shaft and Tour Edge E521 9W w/Fubuki HD50 regular shaft Hybrid: None in bag at the moment Irons: Titleist T300 5-PW w/Fubuki MV Senior graphite shafts w/Golf Pride Tour Wedges: Edison forged 49*, 53* and 57* wedges with KB PGI Senior shafts(80 grm). Putter: 33” Evnroll ER2 w/Gravity Grip or ER6 or Bellum Winmore Model 707, or Nike Method Core Drone w/Evnroll Gravity Grip or Tommy Armour Impact No. 3 Bag: Vice cart bag(Black/Lime). Ball: Bridgestone RXS Mindset, Snell MTB Prime X, Maxfli Tour/S/X CG, Titleist Pro V1x or Titleist TruFeel Using Shot Scope X5 and Pinned Rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhammer Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 I have not worn a watch or my wedding ring since last February! Quote Driver: Speed Zone 9* HZRDUS Smoke Yellow Shaft 3 Wood: King Speedzone 13.5* HZRDUS Smoke Black Shaft 2 & 3 Hybrids: Speedzone Recoil 480 ESX Shaft Irons: Speedzone 5-GW Recoil 460 ESX Shafts Wedges: PM Grind 54* & 58* Putter: Dual Force Rossi II Ball: Whatever I find in the woods HCP:18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchnut33 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 I’m a watch guy. The only time I don’t wear one is in the shower and when I’m sleeping. I have a variety of auto and mechanical watches and a Garmin I wear when I golf. VernL4 1 Quote Ping G410+, 9* with draw bias weight setting, 55g Alta CB stiff shaft Taylormade Burner 3w, stiff shaft Mizuno JPX919 Hot Metal 4-GW, regular flex Cleveland CBX2 54* wedge Cleveland Smart Sole 58* wedge Ping Scottsdale Piper C putter Titleist Tour Speed balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JalanK Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 I ave a drawer containing 3-4 Swis Army watches. It's been 10 years since I last wore one. I use my phone to keep time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenmatt Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 (edited) I wear an Apple Watch everyday on the golf course or just at work/home. It is awesome on the golf course because apps like TheGrint sync up to it and you can count your strokes and see the distance to the hole from your location right on your wrist. I am a big fan of it. Edited January 23, 2022 by stephenmatt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRW Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 Apple watch everyday, but not on the course. I'm open to trying it though, with The Grint or something similar, just haven't done so to date. Quote Ogio Woode 8 Hybrid Stand Bag PXG 0811 X Gen4 @ 6* - Fujikura Motore X F3 7X PXG 0211 @ 13.5* - Fujikura Motore X F1 8X PXG 0311 XP Gen3 3i-PW - PX LZ 6.5 PXG 0311 Forged 54/60 - PX LZ 6.5 Scotty Cameron Special Select Newport 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DStar Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I feel naked without a watch. I'm used to the weight and hate forgetting to put one on. Day to day is a cheap G Shock, weekends is a Tag Aquaracer and special occasions is the Omega DeVille handed down from my great uncle. Interesting fact, the Omega was made in the same month & year I was born (according to the serial number) Quote Aerojet F9 3/4 Wood Aldila NV 2KXV Blue JPX921SEL 4-PW Nippon Modus³ Tour 120 X SM8 50° F-Grind SM8 54° F-Grind SM8 58° K-Grind DStar 'Malvern' Putter AVX & -ProV1X Tour-X "Hey mister, your clubs are the wrong way round".. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollingGreens Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I used to wear my Apple Watch on the course until I saw a study reference the loss of at least 1mph swing speed wearing a watch. Not that I am good enough, but I will give myself every advantage I can. Plus I enjoy being able to kind of shut off social media and everything that comes with the watch/phone combo Quote Stealth 2 Plus 9deg Kai' li Red Stealth 2 13deg Aldilla Rogue Silver Stealth 2 15deg Aldilla Rogue Silver JPX 921 Hot Metal 4-PW Nippon Modus 120s SM8 54 and 58deg Dynamic Gold Wedge Flex Scotty Cameron Newport 2 Titleist ProV1 Hoofer Stand Bag Stewart Q Follow Electric Caddie 300 PRO Rangefinder Official Nippon Regio B+ Driver Shaft Review Official Stewart Q Follow Review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevMurphy Posted September 27, 2023 Share Posted September 27, 2023 (edited) Cell phones have made watches pretty much obsolete for strictly telling time. But, in my opinion, a watch is much more than just a timepiece; it's a fashion statement, an extension of your style. Have you ever considered wearing a watch purely for its aesthetics? For instance, a Patek Philippe super clone can be a great way to flaunt some luxury without breaking the bank. They are so meticulously crafted that it's hard to differentiate them from the real deal. Since the thread is a couple of years old, I'm curious if your stance on wearing watches has changed over time. Sometimes our tastes evolve, and something we weren't fond of before becomes appealing. Edited September 27, 2023 by DevMurphy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everardo Posted September 27, 2023 Share Posted September 27, 2023 Used to be a watch guy and collect some over the years, usually some limited edition but over time (no pun intended) I've become less of one. I still have a couple in rotation depending on the occasion but the daily driver is a Garmin Venu but have also used it less and less now days. I don't like the constant distractions, buzzing, notifications, etc sometimes I just want to unplug and as the saying goes, even a broken watch is correct twice a day. VernL4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siamese Moose Posted September 27, 2023 Share Posted September 27, 2023 2 hours ago, Everardo said: I don't like the constant distractions, buzzing, notifications, etc sometimes I just want to unplug and as the saying goes, even a broken watch is correct twice a day. I just went from a Venu to a Forerunner (wanted HRV, it's a long COVID thing). I have all of the notifications turned off. I just can't figure out how to turn off the suggested daily workout notification. It keeps wanting me to run 30 minutes to 3 hours. I'm not a runner! (I'm a cyclist.) VernL4 and Everardo 2 Quote Moose, my cat, is Siamese Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everardo Posted September 27, 2023 Share Posted September 27, 2023 26 minutes ago, Siamese Moose said: I just went from a Venu to a Forerunner (wanted HRV, it's a long COVID thing). I have all of the notifications turned off. I just can't figure out how to turn off the suggested daily workout notification. It keeps wanting me to run 30 minutes to 3 hours. I'm not a runner! (I'm a cyclist.) I was a cyclist (many lbs ago lol) Not sure if this is your model but this might help https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/forerunner35/EN-US/GUID-76E141A7-9192-4149-84D1-53A3BD3FA7B3.html#:~:text=> Settings > Bluetooth > Smart Notifications > Turn Off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nimra12 Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 I don't wear watches, but I appreciate their aesthetic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkeleybob Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 Nine years since this thread was first posted. Yep, still wearing a watch. Mostly I’ve worn a Timex, but then my brother started collecting watches and then shared them with me. Among them are a Seiko, a Dan Henry and an Orient diving watch, which is a pretty cool to wear. But since I’m in the a wood shop often, I wear a Casio G Shock. I appreciate a traditional face, but the G Shock is a good fit in physical conditions, including the golf course. Style-wise it’s a bit of a throwback to the early 80s. That is, it reminds me of my first watch, which was an LED digital watch. Star Wars theme. So cool. My wife wears an Apple Watch, which she uses to track her exercising, including swimming—and to tell people calling her to hold on while she searches for her iPhone. Some day I might get one, if only to ditch my range finder and GPS my way round the course. But for now, I just like a watch that tells time. BreakfastBall15 1 Quote WITB 2024 DRIVER AEROJET 10.5° | FAIRWAY ROGUE ST MAX 3/15° HYBRID G410 21° | UTILITY 699 V2 U 5/23° IRONS 699 V2 6-PW WEDGES CBX 2 50°, 54°, 58° PUTTER KING GRANDSPORT 35 BALL MODEL | PRO WHITE/BLUE ICE BAG 3.5 LS | PUSHCART RV1S 2024 Fit For Golf Training App Review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eltrain41 Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 Love watches but not while playing golf. Omega & Panerai for me, after the round. Nothing during the round. Quote Driver: Stealth Plus, 9* turned 9.75*, Stiff, Mitsubishi Kuro Kage 60g, Cut 1" Short Hybrid: Pro 2 Hybrid 18* Aldila Tour 75g Stiff Driving Iron: Akira Mi118 Prototype Utility 2 Iron Irons: P790, 4-GW Dynamic Gold, Stiff Wedges: RTX Zipcore MID 56* & 60*, Bent 2* upright Putter: GM2 Exchange 2 Mallet, Center Shaft, Super Stroke 2.0 Ball: TP5x Technology: Blue Tees Golf Series 3 Max Rangefinder Bag: Boom 14-Way Cart Bag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_puttercup Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 You've touched on a bigger debate / struggle I've had -- Apple Watch vs. traditional watches. Somedays I really miss some of my traditional watches. I've even considered wearing my traditional watch on my left wrist and my Apple Watch on my right wrist. I don't mind the notifications on the Apple Watch, and use it for step/activity tracking. If I'm being honest with myself, I'd probably prefer traditional watch on the left wrist and a pure activity tracker like a FitBit on my right wrist. Or maybe one of those Oura rings. And in that world, I'm definitely team No Watch. I like big watch faces and would definitely feel it digging into my wrist on the backswing. Byrnzee 1 Quote Founder, PutterCup (puttercupgolf.com) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swood1994 Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 Ohh this is a fun topic. I could go on and on. Watches are something I love, unfortunately I don’t have the bank roll for them, or at least my taste. I currently have 2 main watches I wear: an automatic citizen that was a wedding gift from my wife and a corniche that was a college graduation present. I'm currently looking to expand the collection and am between a Tudor Black Bay 58 or an Omega speedy. Eventually my dream is to own a Rolex GMT master II Batman. I still wear an Apple Watch most days though. It’s a convenience thing especially working around the house on construction projects so I don’t have to dig into my pockets for my phone if I’m on a ladder or in a tight spot. I try to always answer the phone for certain people just because you never know if it’s an emergency. I’ll also wear it golfing. Notifications get snoozed though with the exception of certain contacts. I liked it when I had it linked to Arccos, as well, as it made it easy when I didn’t feel like using my range finder. Byrnzee 1 Quote Current WITB: Driver: Paradym 10.5 Ventus Black 6S (currently Testing AI Smoke) Fairway: ST-Z 230 3-Wood (15°) HZRDUS Smoke Black 6.0 60 Official Test Hybrid: ST-Z 230 Hybrid (19°) Ventus Blue HB-8 Official Test Irons: MP-18 MMC (4-9) Wedges: Vokey SM8 (46.10F, 50.12F, 54.14F, 58.12D) Putter: Select Squareback 2 34.5 Ping Corded 88G PP58 grip double taped Ball: Pro-V1 Reviews: 2023 Red Rooster Sussex Glove Official Forum Test 2023 Mizuno Long Game Official Forum Test 2024 Skytrak+ Official Forum Test Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrnzee Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 Similar to what others have said above, I definitely consider myself a fan of watches. Unfortunately, I also am a fan of convenience and efficiency, which is where my Apple Watch comes into play. I wear my Apple Watch everyday and keep it on while golfing. It actually helps me look at my phone less, because I'll get a notification on my watch and be able to clear it without removing my phone from my pocket. I can also keep track of my golf score and stats through apps on my watch. I have a nicer automatic Orient watch that my wife got me for a wedding gift that I'll wear on nice occasions. I hope to expand my traditional watch collection in the future. I have my eye on a Seiko tank with a black leather band, which would be a nice contrast to my Orient watch. I'd love to add more expensive watches to my collection, but I would just rather spend my money on golf or other items. I strongly believe you can still have a nice collection for a fraction of what these high-end brands will cost you for one piece. Quote Current WITB: Bag: MV2 Golf Bag Driver: G425 Max 9.0º,Ventus Blue Velocore 6S Fairway: TSR2 3 wood 15º,Ventus Red Velocore 7S Driving Iron: U505 2-iron, Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85S Irons: MP-54 (4-P), Project X 6.0S Wedges: 50.09 SB, 54.11 SB, 58.11 SB Putter: Ai-ONE Jailbird Mini DB 35" Ball: Tour X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jolter1 Posted July 22 Share Posted July 22 For years while I was working I naturally wore a watch. I even have a Hamilton watch from my grandfather that I use for special social occasions. The day I retired the watch came off and now the only time I actually wear one is when I play a round with my Garmin GPS watch or a Timex when I am travelling on vacation. Quote Driver: Ping G430 SFT 10.5 at the Flat Setting Fairway Woods: Ping SFT G425 3-5 Hybrid Ping G410 4H Irons Ping G425 5-LW Putter: Ping Anser 2 Ball: Titleist Tour Speed/AVX Bag: Titleist All shafts are Ping's CB Alta, Regular in Woods and Hybrids, Stiff in the irons ( I just like these shafts and never saw a reason to look for others) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevegolfs Posted August 9 Share Posted August 9 I'm definitely a watch guy and love wearing them off the course. But on the course, it's one of the first things that goes in my bag's dry pocket. I like not having something on my wrist while playing and honestly feels great not having to worry about time for a few hours in the day. Quote Driver: TSR2 10.5* FW wood: Rogue ST Max 3 Hybrid: Rogue ST Max 3 Hybrid Irons: JPX921 HM 5-GW Wedges: Black Milled Grind 56*, Sure Out 2 58*, Blue T22 60* Putter: AI One Milled Eight T S Ball: Chrome Soft triple track Cart: 3.0 Pushcart Shoes: Premieres (So damn comfy) or Tour360's Bag: 2024 T-Lock Navy Grey (I love this thing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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