TBII/Auto GB Accuracy & Longevity Discussions & Tips

[Steven Goldberg]

Great info here @htrap2294 if I ever find myself with an opportunity to get a TB2 this will be a great reference piece.

Enjoy the watch bro. Can’t wait to see some pics.

Def a nice piece to rock.

 

[Jetlee]

Unless this watch can take my heart rate and tell me when I have a text, I’ll pass...

you need a DiQ Tracy's watch!

 

[Jetlee]

Def a nice piece to rock.

A TB2 suits well to a medium to large wrist ?
It's not for everyone. Am I correct to assume? I find a MM looks well to all wrist sizes just saying. Just asking your opinions.

 

[Lupetto]

Tb2 is a bit slimmer than minute machine but looks good on medium wrist. Large wrist might look a bit smallish ( but I like chunky watches )

 

[mustangjt]

I use a WOLF winder
There are cheaper options. But I prefer WOLF over other brands. Also they have multiple watch options as well. Just your preference.

This is the one I have. If you want to do less servicing long term, investment value and best preventive measures of gear, jewel lubricants, and spring loader failures

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055OCSTC/?tag=oakleyforum04-20

Are the watch winders that hold the watch at zero degrees (watch face perpendicular to surface the winder sits on) better than those that hold the watch around 45 Deg.?

 

[kronin323]

Sorry, I've been offline all week, just now saw this thread.

Yes the 2824-2 in the TB2 and auto gearbox is standard grade. Didn't realize there was any question. And for the movement they're overpriced. The FMJ has a chronometer grade Valjoux 7750 but it, too, is overpriced for the movement. With Oakley watches you're paying for the styling and the brand name, mostly.

The hand-winding thing, perhaps that is a weak point but I wouldn't worry too much about it. I've had a non-Oakley watch with 2824-2 for close to 20 years with plenty of hand-winding and no problems.

Glad you're enjoying your TB2 so much, though. You got a great deal on it.