Customer Reviews

Doctor Who - The Master's Fob Watch (Pocket Watch)

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i received 'the masters watch' on time [from over-seas], however the watch itself did not work when i opened the package. also the watch's photo on the site is slightly misleading. i was expecting a prop quality item [for 90 dollars it ought too be], and it was a bit more "toy like" and seemed cheaply made [hence the clock hands not working]... 'scificollector' is still the best place too get DW merch, but as far as the watch itself goes, buyer beware!

It is a bit smaller than you think from the picture. However as another poster pointed out the actual watch function fails to work. The face will light up but it only has the correct time twice a day. For the price to get it to the states it should be working fully.

I bought this with hopes of adding a bit of scifi flair to my work suits, and in that sense the fob watch has done it's job. As a pocket watch, though, it's pretty disappointing. I spend more time setting and resetting the watch than I do using it to tell the time. Also, the outer cover looks a little cheap; the metal has a strangely plastic look to it. I would probably get it antiqued or something if the inner workings were more reliable, but as it is, I'll just continue using it as a prop.

I received this watch in a quick manner. It actually said it was going to arrive from October 20th to November 30th. I received it on October 4th. I was very surprised that i received it so quickly. I must say the watch is very very cool. THe design and detail on the metal is almost amazing especially in the glass in the inside of the watch. This will probably become my daily watch instead of my phone now. I even received complimentary Button's with my purchase. One downside to the watch is that there was no instructions to set the watch. I had to email the sender to figure out how to set the watch. But other then that I do love this watch. It is very cool. I would suggest buying this product.

From the other reviews I thought I'd get a cheap plastic wind up toy. However, it's pretty decent. The watch body is metal, but like any other pocket watch you have to be careful when setting the time. Definitely go to a watch repairman to replace the batteries.

First, they ain't kidding when they say it's extra shipping time. My box arrived damaged but the contents were unharmed. It works as advertised and the light is cool. The design is accurate and the quality is the best you will find under $250 USD.

It was working out of the packaging - if yours doesn't, it might need a change of battery. The metal case is definitely nice to hold; the watch has weight and actually feels significant in the hand or pocket. The packaging makes it look like a toy, but the product itself can definitely be used as an accessory if you're dressing up fancy.

As an avid Doctor Who fan, and a fan of pocket watches, this captivated me from the start. The beautiful designs on the cover and face of the watch fascinated me.

That being said, the watch is a little more "tinny" than I would have liked. Also just a tad smaller.

However, don't let that discourage you. It works fine, looks great, and has impressed several of my friends, some of whom were not even Doctor Who fans. It must be handled with a bit of care, and it's not really a toy, but it looks great, and sometimes I imagine my true essence coming out as I open the case.

Oh, one more thing: Don't expect to swing this around by the chain. On mine, the loop that the chain attaches to came off 2 or 3 times when I first got it. If you take a pair of pliers and something soft to put over them, you can tighten it back up. Still not enough for me to not like this watch.

Allons-y!

EDIT: April 8, 2012.

As I went to adjust the time today, the knob broke off. I've only had the watch for 5 months and it's already broken. I was not exerting excessive force, nor do I use it every day. I am quite disappointed that this has occurred. I will be seeing if I can have it replaced. I still like the watch, but am now wondering about its quality.

This is not worth the money here. It's a good watch, good quality, but they sell it for cheaper at thinkgeek.com. It's the same exact product.

It may have taken a while to arrive (slow boat west, I guess), but this little gem was well worth the wait!

It keeps time extremely well and works perfectly right out of the package. For those reviewers who had trouble with it, I can understand your initial disappointment, but would encourage you to seek satisfaction with the seller. Why? This is a GREAT product!

Even people who know nothing about Doctor Who complement me on my "unique" watch fob. It looks great, and is even cooler when another Whovian sees it for what it is.
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