lets talk watches

[Guest Trophy Husband]

Some of them.

[pokpok]

Thanks but the selection for Orient USA is limited compared to the Japan's. I guess finding the basic simple matte black watch for <200 is harder than I thought.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SEIKO-SNN237-SNN237P1-All-Black-Chrono-100m-Free-Ship-/120765807613?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item1c1e33fbfd#ht_2946wt_1185

[asher_roslynn]

@trophy- the green ceramic sub and the new GMT are the only newer Rolex's I'm partial to as far as I'm concerned. Great collection.

[One Thousand]

@pokpok. Great price for a good watch. If only the band werent metal links. Theres just something I like about a matte black band or simple cloth band on watches. Kind of like the swatch x rated watch without all that straightedge hype

[nism]

trying to build up my non-existent knowledge base on watches to narrow down my choice for a reasonably big purchase this year!

so far i've only got a few criterias figured out:

- bracelet that's not too busy/chainy (while leather is nice, i cbf replacing etc), silver shade. nooooo gold

- 30-35mm (at 5'4" and reasonably large bones for a female, i can't really go any smaller/larger. 25mm would be a smidge small i think)

- mechanical automatic

- light coloured face

- classic style. i just can't afford to buy something that'll fall out of fashion in a few years.

- budget of about US$2k.

any other features i should be aware of to further narrow down my selection?

[the Repeater]

Preference for numerals or date, the latter being tricky in a ladies watch.

I personally like the look of a straight-across, square case that integrates its edge into the bracelet in ladies watches, but that might not be your look. You have allotted a serious budget, I would simply advise you to take your time to consider, and get something quality and not made by a fashion house.

[bentobox]

trying to build up my non-existent knowledge base on watches to narrow down my choice for a reasonably big purchase this year!

so far i've only got a few criterias figured out:

- bracelet that's not too busy/chainy (while leather is nice, i cbf replacing etc), silver shade. nooooo gold

- 30-35mm (at 5'4" and reasonably large bones for a female, i can't really go any smaller/larger. 25mm would be a smidge small i think)

- mechanical automatic

- light coloured face

- classic style. i just can't afford to buy something that'll fall out of fashion in a few years.

- budget of about US$2k.

any other features i should be aware of to further narrow down my selection?

vintage rolex air king would work great. on the bigger side of your range at 34mm but i think they look great worn a bit loose on girls.

something like this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Flawless-Ladies-Rolex-Air-King-NO-RESERVE-/140600878011?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item20bc7723bb

[lowrider]

tried this on a few weeks ago and it definitely looks better in person than the rolex stock photos (and yours). i have the 50th anny kermit and am considering adding this to my collection. much more muted than i expected.

nice pick up and decent collection!

[borkborkbork]

nism:

stowa antea 365 on a steel bracelet. 596 euros (if you're in the US, that's the no-VAT price), works out to under $1000 USD. you get an amazing watch and money left over for a vacation, lol

[dismalfuture]

vintage rolex air king would work great. on the bigger side of your range at 34mm but i think they look great worn a bit loose on girls.

something like this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Flawless-Ladies-Rolex-Air-King-NO-RESERVE-/140600878011?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item20bc7723bb

+1, there should be a lot of vintage womens sized Rolexes out there for that price. Air-Kings are a good choice for what you want.

[zackl111]

definitely would third the air king suggestion, that was my first thought too.

[Fycus]

trophy husband = FAM0US or no?

[Ryan]

Seiko snk809 is currently $56.50 on amazon. qualifies for free shipping. IMO this is a great deal for this watch.

[Ryan]

Currently sold out, but the Marathon field watch might work:

http://westcoastime.com/marusisbasfi1.html

http://www.broadarrow.net/sale.htm

WTF I just checked the prices for these watches on marathons website. theyve gone up so much. I remember getting my general purpose watch for way less...

[lolswede]

trophy husband = FAM0US or no?

it's ronnel

[dismalfuture]

trying to build up my non-existent knowledge base on watches to narrow down my choice for a reasonably big purchase this year!

so far i've only got a few criterias figured out:

- bracelet that's not too busy/chainy (while leather is nice, i cbf replacing etc), silver shade. nooooo gold

- 30-35mm (at 5'4" and reasonably large bones for a female, i can't really go any smaller/larger. 25mm would be a smidge small i think)

- mechanical automatic

- light coloured face

- classic style. i just can't afford to buy something that'll fall out of fashion in a few years.

- budget of about US$2k.

any other features i should be aware of to further narrow down my selection?

you might be able to get a used Jaeger LeCoultre women's Reverso as well, come to think of it. They don't really look nice on bracelets, far better on leather, but used ones can sometimes dip to about $2K, maybe a little more, and they satisfy all your other requirements, and they're like the kinda watch you just keep forever. Don't think of it an asset at that price, think of it as a nice souvenir you can keep handing down maybe.

I think the Reverso might be embarking on some sort of small hot streak in the western world again actually, seems like they're popping up rather frequently lately. Nicer watch than your average Rolex.

[Guest Trophy Husband]

tried this on a few weeks ago and it definitely looks better in person than the rolex stock photos (and yours). i have the 50th anny kermit and am considering adding this to my collection. much more muted than i expected.

nice pick up and decent collection!

Ya, it is definitely A LOT better looking in person. I was iffy about it from pictures, but once I tried that thing on... It was a must have. A lot more subtle then most would think too.

trophy husband = FAM0US or no?

Yezzzzir.

[lowrider]

you might be able to get a used Jaeger LeCoultre women's Reverso as well, come to think of it. They don't really look nice on bracelets, far better on leather, but used ones can sometimes dip to about $2K, maybe a little more, and they satisfy all your other requirements, and they're like the kinda watch you just keep forever. Don't think of it an asset at that price, think of it as a nice souvenir you can keep handing down maybe.

I think the Reverso might be embarking on some sort of small hot streak in the western world again actually, seems like they're popping up rather frequently lately. Nicer watch than your average Rolex.

jlc is probably my favorite house right now and the reverso one of my favorite designs from them. i missed out on a sincere edition some time back where the rdm was on the back so flipping the watch actually had a function. sigh..

[Iwmmm]

My current watch, little bit of futuristic ideologies from Nooka.

[dismalfuture]

Recommend me a dress watch with a white face with no numerals that will be worn with a tux / business formal dinners etc. Preferably a tonneau.

Budget is $500.

I don't know how often these show up used (not often, I'm pretty sure) but the Junghans Max Bill Auto would be good if you could find one cheaper than the $800 they go for new. You can wear it dressed up or down, nice watch, and unique too. I want to get one of these myself someday in the Chronoscope version.

http://www.allabouttime.net/Merchant5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=027%2F3501.00

[borkborkbork]

Recommend me a dress watch with a white face with no numerals that will be worn with a tux / business formal dinners etc. Preferably a tonneau.

Budget is $500.

Longines Classique tonneau would do the trick (baton markers, white face) but at nearly $800 is above-budget. You might keep an eye open for one on Timezone, Watchuseek, etc.

[DaBestSpoona]

I must be latepass, when did grand seikos become available in the US?

http://www.grand-seiko.com/

[Pavlov's Bell]

Ultra late pass, but what's so special about the Grand Seikos?

[DaBestSpoona]

Some watch folks say they're better than rolexes in terms of accuracy, reliability, finish, build quality. Just doesnt command the same respect from non watch enthusiasts.

[dunkin deeznuts]

plus its fukcin Grand!!!

[Pavlov's Bell]

Some watch folks say they're better than rolexes in terms of accuracy, reliability, finish, build quality. Just doesnt command the same respect from non watch enthusiasts.

How much does the Sub style run?

[hiatus]

One quote that I've never forgotten from a random watch forum: "You buy Rolexes to impress others, you buy a Grand Seiko to impress yourself."

[khris89]

im pretty sure a rolex will impress yourself. Theres a 50% sale on grand seikos in sydney... they come down to anywhere between 3.5k to 5k. Worth it??

[nism]

thanks a lot! the airking does seem very good. i found a local person selling a 2003 model for just under SGD3000, certified but no original box.

or a 1995 for SGD2500 without box/certs.

i think i'll have a longer think about it first, maybe visit a couple of second hand dealers to scout for other brands.

[DaBestSpoona]

Not really when just about every douche bag(ie: fam0us) on the street's first grown up watch is a rolex.