lets talk watches

[brownboot]

My main watch is this Seiko SNK809K2 with a tan/whiskey leather band. I really love the flieger/aviator style watches but couldn't afford some of the more expensive ones. So I went with Seiko and switched out the band.

[Androo630]

i have the same seiko, but it gains 5 seconds for every minute...too lazy to get it fixed. costs a lot to get it fixed too...

[postman]

what do you guys think of this?

a seiko SND727P1.

[bokchoy`]

i think ill get this when i get my graduate degree

simple but awesome. not ridiculously expensive like panerai.

I have a quick noob question..

but how much does an IWC watch such as this one here cost roughly?

and other models of IWC watches?

[-dustin]

$3k give or take

up to $15k for a stainless Big Pilot

and beyond.

[Guest umhaha84]

what'd be the best Automatic watch under $500

something with black leather strap

[Happy Hooligan]

what'd be the best Automatic watch under $500

something with black leather strap

I'd look at either Used, or check out new ones like something from Hamilton, or Sekio, both good for under 500.

[nameness]

i know, i know, low end... the SCVS013 has been discussed a few times here, i'd like one but i'm on the fence as to whether it's a bit too dressy for every day wear. the design is classic, but i wear jeans & t-shirts 99% of the time.

i'm looking at this as an entry-level watch and have pretty skinny wrists. haven't worn one for years but i'm getting sick of using my cell. i'm looking at a few others but just wanted specific opinions on this. thanks.

[ericdw]

that's too dressy for everyday imo if you wear jeans most of the time. sometimes you can dress it down with a casual strap, but i don't know if a casual strap would look good on that at all.

[nameness]

thanks for the feedback, ericdw. i agree in the end, a dressy watch for someone who doesn't really do dressy much. just a nice looking and reasonably priced option so i was checking it out. off to do more research...

[i wear shooes]

best watch under $250. not looking to get a used one.

i know.. low cash but i'm looking to get a new one for Christmas

recommendations?

thanks

[Guest umhaha84]

^ get some vintage omega's from 70s.

[the Repeater]

Swiss watches are great for every day. Inexpensive, run great, mechanical, precise, tough, extremely cheap and easy to get serviced.

I think Victorinox looks better and has a better style range, but if you're not wearing a full suit every day and polished captoes, I vouch for em. Dress up/down, tons of deals online.

[po_boy_fuuma_hatesbargerz]

best watch under $250. not looking to get a used one.

i know.. low cash but i'm looking to get a new one for Christmas

recommendations?

thanks

probably the seiko skx031 with a nato strap. At least, that's what I want.

[WhoGotMeIntoThis]

Swiss watches are great for every day. Inexpensive, run great, mechanical, precise, tough, extremely cheap and easy to get serviced.

I think Victorinox looks better and has a better style range, but if you're not wearing a full suit every day and polished captoes, I vouch for em. Dress up/down, tons of deals online.

Swiss watches? That's an awfully large category that must include hundreds, if not thousands of watchmakers. Including Rolex, Panerai, etc. So saying all swiss watches are "extremely cheap" would be a bit misleading.

It's been said time and time again throughout this thread, If you want an inexpensive watch, go with an automatic Seiko. The skx031 is a solid buy and I've also been a fan of the military style, snk809. The Japanese movements in either of those Seiko options have proven solid and both look real nice.

[Fuuma]

i know, i know, low end... the SCVS013 has been discussed a few times here, i'd like one but i'm on the fence as to whether it's a bit too dressy for every day wear. the design is classic, but i wear jeans & t-shirts 99% of the time.

i'm looking at this as an entry-level watch and have pretty skinny wrists. haven't worn one for years but i'm getting sick of using my cell. i'm looking at a few others but just wanted specific opinions on this. thanks.

It's a simple and elegant design, it can be worn with pretty much anything. Too many people are going for diving/pilot abominations.

[arlee]

Swiss watches? That's an awfully large category that must include hundreds, if not thousands of watchmakers. Including Rolex, Panerai, etc. So saying all swiss watches are "extremely cheap" would be a bit misleading.

It's been said time and time again throughout this thread, If you want an inexpensive watch, go with an automatic Seiko. The skx031 is a solid buy and I've also been a fan of the military style, snk809. The Japanese movements in either of those Seiko options have proven solid and both look real nice.

I'll add my daily banger to the list, if you like Sinns.

Seiko SRP025K, I have mine on a Nato.

[WhoGotMeIntoThis]

Really like the face on your SRP025K Arlee. But I'm just not so sure I can handle the plastic crown guard. Had they done away with that feature I'd have purchased one immediately. Solid face and quality automatic movement though.

Someday when I have millions I'll pick up a Sinn 656.

[percy]

i agree with you fuuma, i have a craving for a dress watch now. im a big fan of JLC so maybe i would buy one of these:

[Fuuma]

i agree with you fuuma, i have a craving for a dress watch now. im a big fan of JLC so maybe i would buy one of these:

Before purchasing my new watch (JLC posted earlier) I also looked at Vacheron Constantin and Blancpain, those three are my fav companies, although I also like the more rugged Hamiltons and some Omegas. VC offers many sizes for similar dress watches so it is definitely something to look at. I don't collect watches so I am quite careful in my purchases because I don't want to own more than 2-3, I hate switching often.

My 2cents: dress watches look better without date, make them even simpler. This one also has a lot of metal connecting with the glass (or maybe it is the picture, aside from that it looks like a steel+date version of mine) and you might quickly tire of that.

[ericdw]

yeah, that's not what i was sayin... all i'm sayin is if you're gonna own one watch, it shouldn't be a dress watch. dress watches look worse with jeans and a tee than a casual watch does with a suit.

[Fuuma]

yeah, that's not what i was sayin... all i'm sayin is if you're gonna own one watch, it shouldn't be a dress watch. dress watches look worse with jeans and a tee than a casual watch does with a suit.

The Seiko he posted seems quite versatile, no?

[therelativity]

i agree with you fuuma, i have a craving for a dress watch now. im a big fan of JLC so maybe i would buy one of these:

Nice watch, Percy!~ I am also a fan of JLC. have a vintage one from 50s.

Where are you going to buy the watch from?

[percy]

i hear what you are saying fuuma. i always loved the ultra thin (without date) and when worn you dont even know its on the wrist it is so light.

all the watch houses have their own version and to be honest if i had the money i wouldnt mind something from any of them!

relativity: im not buying a watch just yet, the pic was shown as an example.

[bokchoy`]

is this site legit??

http://www.thewatchery.com/

[Yardsale]

I need this in my life, someone PM me if you know where I can buy one.

[rushup edge]

I need this in my life, someone PM me if you know where I can buy one.

shiat. id love to know too.

[nameness]

fuck it, i just snagged the Sinn 656 (used, described as NM). should get it next week. seller's pic:

i'm probably going to snag the Seiko also just for a change of pace, more dressy option.

[Guest umhaha84]

^ beautiful

[mr fluffernutter]

I need this in my life, someone PM me if you know where I can buy one.

dunno

pretty sure the braun watches aren't manufactured anymore though.