Replica Wholesale Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On


Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

For 2016, Ball introduces this handsome steel-cased version of the Ball Trainmaster Standard Time watch that aBlogtoWatch originally debuted in 18k rose gold back in 2013. At the time, the less than $7,500 gold-cased watch was a veritable bargain compared to the price of other gold watches out there, and its classic pocket watch style made for an enduring and friendly conservative design.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Ball was instrumental in the formation of the American railroad industry – which relied to a large extent on everyone agreeing what time it was. The original Ball Trainmaster Standard Time was said to be a celebration of the adoption of standard time in America, which is why the timepiece has this name. Now, in 2016, the Ball Trainmaster Standard Time is back in a nicely polished steel case offered on both a matching steel bracelet or a leather strap – the price isn’t bad either.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Anyone familiar with the look of classic turn-of-the-century utilitarian pocket watches will immediately recognize what inspired Ball to create the dial design. In fact, the dials are actually baked enamel – which, as far as I know, is very hard to find in timepieces at this price. I’ve always been fond of this dial design because of its ability to be both tranquil and elegant, but also supremely legible and utilitarian. The relaxed effectiveness of its display is a testament to good watch face design. Of course, because this is a Ball watch we are talking about, the Ball Trainmaster Standard Time dial is also fitted with self-illuminating tritium gas tubes in both the hands and next to each of the hour markers.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Little touches on the dial are elegant, such as the fanciful way Ball designed the 7 o’clock hour marker to say “Ball & C” (Ball & Co). The dial is very classic in its execution, with a subsidiary seconds dial and blued hands. Of course, Ball does include a date window at 3 o’clock that inevitably some people will dislike, but it doesn’t bother me at all. Not that I really care about watches having a date window or not, but some people dislike them for how they can negatively affect a sense of dial symmetry.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

One small downside to the watch (depending on your visual precision) is the painted blue hands versus flame-blued steel hands. The latter offers a better, less shiny, and more even look, as the metal itself is made blue versus being coated. With that said, the overall look is very nice for the price. I don’t think a lot of people would want a dial that is 5% better for a 30-50% price premium… there are clearly other watch choices for that.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

As a more classic and dressy watch, the Ball Watches Melbourne Replica Trainmaster Standard Time case is sized at 39.5mm wide and is just 11.15mm thick. The case is only water resistant to 30 meters – which is odd given how “durably versatile” many Ball watches are. With that said, the Trainmaster Standard Time should be a very suitable choice for casual to formal use.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Through a sapphire crystal exhibition caseback window, the rear of the watch offers a view of the base Swiss ETA or Sellita automatic movement which Ball refers to as their caliber RR1105-C. The movement has further been COSC Chronometer certified, which adds a bit of overall value and explains the $2,000-plus price point. The watch’s automatic movement and Chronometer certification status are memorialized via cursive text printed on the dial wrapping around the subsidiary seconds dial.

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

I personally prefer the bracelet option on the Ball Watches Fireman Replica Trainmaster Standard Time watch, but that is just my personal taste. As a dress watch that is directly inspired by turn-of-the-century pocket watches, you really can’t go wrong here unless you are interested in something a bit larger – and if you are, you might as well just get an actual turn-of-the-century pocket watch that has been converted into a wrist watch (as those do exist).

Ball Trainmaster Standard Time Watch Hands-On Hands-On

If anything, this is an excellent watch for people who are suffering from diminished visions or are just starting to learn how to read a watch with analog hands versus digital. You’d be surprised just how many people out there suffer from not being able to readily read the time on analog watches – which is nothing to be ashamed of. Digital watches are easier to read, but sadly just aren’t as sexy as analog watches. Or perhaps the Ball Watches Review Watch Snob Replica Trainmaster Standard Time is a good choice because you like the subtle “C-cup-style” crown. Price is $2,499. ballwatch.com

As promised, I am finally putting these watches together for your pleasure. A couple of disclaimers: this is not an ideal matchup. The Omega and Ball Watches My Offer Replica are all offered in similar sizes and dial colours, but these specific examples aren’t perfectly aligned. Still, the overall design and quality points can be ascertained in the photos. So what do you get for about twice the price?The resemblance is immediately evident. Though the Ball has chosen to utilize broader-spaced lines, each has chosen the vertical stripes (teak dial). Their hour markers are rather similar.The difference in lume is very obvious even in daytime light. The Omega’s blue lume is a clean white, in which the tritium tubes have a subdued green look to them. I think they both seem great.No doubt partially attributable to the Omega’s gray dial (versus the black one in the Ball), the warmth resistance is noticeably improved on the Omega.The hands and markers are both well done, but also the Omega’s are substantially more complex. Do note, but the high degree of gloss used on the interior of the Ball’s day/date display.The various choices of day windows are going to be highly divisive. Personally, I really enjoy the angular look of the Omega, but I’ll admit, the display is significantly more readable on the Ball, mostly because of its high contrast look. Additional you receive an extra complication with all the Ball.There are a few places that I think will be undeniable. To begin with, the Omega features a much prettier movement. In addition, it features a far longer power reserve, although they share the exact same 5 position adjustment and COSC score. Furthermore, the ETA-based Ball actually has a marginally smoother shave hand compared to the Omega.Here is the Aqua Terra along with the Red Label side by side, immediately after the Omega has been subjected to a bright light. In the beginning, that the Omega easily outshines the Ball.