Watch or no watch?

[silver & black]

I used to wear a watch, but I don't anymore. The main reason being, my close vision is terrible and I can't see what time it is without +250 readers. 

[Mr_Theoo]

Crazy to see this thread again. 2015 was a long time ago. I now wear an Apple Watch everyday. Even while I play. Crazy how things change lol

[HardcoreLooper]

Haven't worn a watch since I got my first cell (not smart) phone.  I used to ruin watches when I wore them.  I tried a Pebble watch paired with GolfShot GPS, and it would freeze up and drive me nuts about once or twice a round.

[ballplayer002003]

I am a watch wearer.  I have two tags that I wear, a Formula 1 and a Carrera.  When I play though I just started wearing a Garmin s20.  I bought it last year, wore it for a short time then went back to my range finder.  I am coaching HS golf so I wear it now just to give the kids a general yardage.    

[bens197]

No watch. My wife asked me if I wanted an iWatch as a gift a few years ago and I’m just not there yet. Never been a watch guy and probably won’t ever be but I won’t say never.


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[Mr. 82]

My Garmin Approach S20 is always on my wrist.  One day I forgot to put it on, and ended up on the golf courses and honestly was pissed, because I have become so dependent on the GPS watch that I honestly don't know how to play golf without it.  It's a fabulous little watch too, as it gives you the time, and then the GPS for whatever golf course you are playing, and is accurate as anything.  But the best feature I think out of everything this golf offers is that it displays notifications from my phone for text and emails received.  I never intended to use the Garmin for notifications, but once I got it I was like, oh man, this is the greatest thing.

Funny too, because before I got the Garmin I had stopped wearing a watch.  But the GPS combined with the notification feature is a grand slam winner in my book.

[CarlH]

I'm a no-watch guy.

[Average Mo]

Talk about reviving an old thread...! 

Technology has come on leaps and bounds since this thread started back in 2015, I bet the use of conventional watches is even more of a polarising topic.

Personally, I'm a lover of traditional watches. Preferably an analogue with day and date - not a brand snob so I don't discriminate - although I'm partial to a classic Seiko (5 or automatic models hold particular sentimental value) and Pulsar takes me back to my military days - it was the brand of the official standard issue British Army watch. 

Currently I wear a Samsung Galaxy smartwatch, which pairs nicely with my phone and is incredibly useful on the golf course when using the Taylormade My Round Pro app.

It's a free app on the phone, and not too expensive for the watch version if I'm  not mistaken. Great for quick and easy recording where you take your shot from and with which club, at the end of the round you can upload your stats and are given a load of useful data and records your scores. You get live yardage to the pin, which is invaluable information to a beginner like me who doesn't have a clue! 

[vrnyn]

On 2/14/2020 at 11:47 AM, cnosil said:

I love watches and wear one daily. Only problem is my taste exceeds my budget; Mechanical watches aren’t cheap. Skeletons, open hearts, or clear back cases are great so you can see the inner workings.

Seiko 5 is an automatic with a clear back case. Pretty fair pricing, can be found for less than $200.

[juspoole]

On 2/14/2020 at 10:47 AM, cnosil said:

Only problem is my taste exceeds my budget

Same issue for me.  I've worked my way up a bit over the past 5 years and now have a watch that I thoroughly enjoy.  It's an Oris Aquis Clipperton, which is a bit of a more unknown brand, but probably similar to a Tag Heuer.   Typically, I'm only wearing it when i go to work or going out.  Have not put it on much since the whole COVID thing.  Would love to trade up in the next few years to an IWC, Tudor, or Omega.

[mysterygolfguy]

Accidently left my timex weekender when I visited the range. After a bucket, I felt a good stinging where the winding knob was digging into my hand.

Never again. lol

[Ben Hogan mark]

I have two Shinola watches I like to wear. I live in Michigan and the watches are assembled in Detroit.

[PMookie]

I have two Shinola watches I like to wear. I live in Michigan and the watches are assembled in Detroit.

I love their watches! Plus, being made at “home”, makes ‘em even better!


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[Punch Out Golf]

On 1/27/2015 at 8:35 AM, Mr_Theoo said:

While I think watches look very cool I am not a watch wearer. The main reason being I have a cell phone always on me so I have zero need for it.

 

Are you a watch wearer or not? And what is your favorite watch?

Ive never worn a watch while on the course until recently.  With most golf courses in my area being walking only, i have kept my watch on and used some golf GPS apps to keep my yardage.  This seems to be a lot easiers and quicker than pulling out my laser for every shot.

[cciciora13]

I feel like I get distracted when I wear a watch on my wrist during a golf round. It's hard to describe but its a feel thing and definitely more mental than anything but it just doesn't feel right. So no I don't wear a watch when I play golf, but I wear a watch almost any other time.

[tjyorke]

Yes.  I have 2 bushnells but mostly use the watch in thru the week rds. 

[Shredder]

I haven’t worn a watch since the day I retired. I have a few but they are retired too.

[Berg Ryman]

I've been wearing the same watch for nearly 15 years, picked up two off them this year though to bring into rotation eventually. One given by my girlfriend's sister and husband that I'll likely only ever wear when we're going to see them, and one as a gift for being in my friend's wedding in February. Also have a pocket watch that I plan on busting out for important trials and court appearances if I ever go back to criminal court.

[ParFore74x]

I wear a watch 95% of the time and yes I wear it while playing golf. It actually feels weird to me to not have one on. I wear an Apple watch most of the time and I have a Bulova that I wear when I have to get "dressed up".

[CoCoRover]

Not a watch wearer, so I was beside myself when my wife gifted me a Garmin X10 instead of a handheld gps like I had wanted. Two rounds in and tbh I love it, the design is thin enough to not bother me. But it also performs all the basic functions I wanted in a hand held. The limited features probably he’ll make it less distracting too. I usually only play my home course but I’m rarely in the middle of the fairway, and having the yardage to the front and back of greens helps with club selection. Another added feature, you can’t forget it in the cart after your round

[cksurfdude]

On 2/14/2020 at 9:59 AM, GolfSpy MPR said:

And though this thread isn't specifically about golf, thinking about watches made me recall this post from Andrew Rice on the effect of wearing a watch on the course: https://www.andrewricegolf.com/andrew-rice-golf/2012/09/when-you-play-watch-or-no-watch. This test showed a noticeable effect on swing speed.

Thanks for posting that - I wear a GPS watch on the course (but no watch off the course) and now I have a legit  excuse for my tee shots...

[RobotDoctor]

I have only one watch and wear it pretty much every day.  I don't wear it playing golf.

 

 

 

 

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[Tom the Golf Nut]

I dont wear a watch since I carry a cell phone. I wore a fit bit watch for a while but I got away from that. I want to try a golf GPS watch this season. I dont know how that will work out. Always hated playing golf with a watch on back in the day. 

[Kegger]

I used to wear traditional watches, and would always take them off when I played golf. I then got a Fitbit for the activity/heart rate functionality and got used to wearing it while golfing. However, the Fitbit didn't offer any golf features, and I missed the traditional style watches, so I'm now wearing a Garmin VivoActive 4. It really didn't take any extra time to get used to golfing with it on after switching from the fitbit (even though it was significantly larger), and now I get all the activity/hr features, golf GPS, and a more traditional style (I also put a stainless steel link band on it). This watch stays on all day everyday except for showers and charging .

[bens197]

I caved and bought an Apple Watch series 5 last month.  I've owned watches but I've never been a die-hard watch wearer or lover.

One month in and I love it.  I never thought I would want or need one and frankly I've seen several positives.  First and foremost, I am no longer tethered to my phone.  The cellular watch gives me the necessary updates and allows me to stream music while I work out.  If you're on the fence and are considering one, PM me so I don't bore the world with an unsolicited review. 

[Kaplack]

No watch for me while playing testing shows it will slow down your swing speed. I need all the speed I can get.

[Tom the Golf Nut]

I have to rescind! Got a golf GPS watch for my birthday. Love it. I wear a watch now.

[fixyurdivot]

I've always worn a watch on my left wrist and I'm a right hand player.  Never been an issue for me.  I just acquired a Shotscope V2 and at first thought it might be a wee big, but actually it works and feels great.  

[DiscipleofPenick]

I have several watches, a few for everyday and a few for nice occasions. Though I'm wearing one less and less...

Take Dead Aim

[tommc23]

I've been watch less for a few weeks since my Garmin Vivoactive died on me it's weird