Ginseng Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 56 minutes ago, Jeanff said: Thanks for the quick follow-up - Time and date would be nice - would be a daily - would see rugged use - up to 3,000 but open to options - I had to google solar quartz but sure, I'm open to it - I would prefer an established brand Cheers! Hmm, rugged use. The standard bearer for rugged quartz watches is without a doubt Casio G-Shock. Believe it or not, they can exceed $3k on the high end. Check out the MT-G and MR-G lines here: Casio G-Shock 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 5, 2021 Author Share Posted May 5, 2021 That is a bit too flashy for me 😅 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginseng Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 12 minutes ago, Jeanff said: I feel additional ruggedness is provided when the side screw is positioned between solid bumpers. I have ruined a watch in the past by snagging the adjustment screw and accidentally pulling it out... Opinions? Ah, you mean crown guards. Yep, that's their function. You can see that some of my watches have them and some don't. They do provide some measure of buffer against impact but by virtue of where the crown is commonly located (between 3-4:30) winding crowns aren't likely to see a high degree of traffic. That's not to say that fluke incidents like what happened to you aren't possible. Just quite rare. Personally, If I were concerned about damaging the winding crown, I'd seriously consider a G-Shock. Otherwise, crown guards do provide some protection. It's much more common, though still uncommon overall, to damage the winding crown while using it, pulling it out to set time, etc. 6 minutes ago, Jeanff said: That is a bit too flashy for me 😅 Hah, yeah. Me too. And a bit to big for me so I declined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 5, 2021 Author Share Posted May 5, 2021 Looked at the G-Shock catalogue and couldn't find one that would catch my eye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edicion Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 Tudor. Tudor. Tudor. You should be able to negotiate it down to sub-3K. Classic, Swiss, high quality, good second hand retail value. A winner for the ages. I'm a fan of the Black Bay series. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowsmoke Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 Hard to argue with the Tudor recommendations. Ever looked at Sinn? German manufacturer, has always been on my radar but I've never pulled the trigger. They have some very nice blue dials, should come in under $3k. Watchbuys.com is the only place to get them as far as I know. Often sold out, but restock pretty regularly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginseng Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 You're getting alot of automatics recommendations. How open are you to that? And yeah, Casio is a bit of a specialist taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 5, 2021 Author Share Posted May 5, 2021 I have an automatic vintage Tudor which I barely wear, would prefer quartz or solar quartz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Hayes Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 I have an Oris Big Pilot with the dark blue dial. 41 mm ,40 hour reserve. It's a great looking, everyday watch. High quality also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuroDiario Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 5 hours ago, Jeanff said: Hi all, looking for suggestion for a new men watch, 3,000us or less. Been looking at Oris, I like a dark blue dial, I don't dive, I hunt and flyfish, open to metal or leather bracelet, prefer battery models. Thank you in advance for your input and have a great day! Would suggest looking into Tag Carrera and Omega Speedmaster. Not the most original choices but both should be in your price range, are automatic which in my view whenever you start spending ‘000s + is a must, have timeless design, flawless look for casual or formal, can go for leather or metal belt, and regardless is fantastic, and your kids will inherit them and still love them too. just need some digging to find the right design below 3 grand but can be done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 9 hours ago, Edicion said: Tudor. Tudor. Tudor. You should be able to negotiate it down to sub-3K. Classic, Swiss, high quality, good second hand retail value. A winner for the ages. I'm a fan of the Black Bay series. I almost bought the Tudor Pelagos.... until I saw it in the flesh. The blue was too wishy washy in person for my liking. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 I would look at models for Ball, Mido, or Certina. Pre-owned watches are another area you may consider. Like New in Box "LNIB" is virtually a new watch. Perhaps you could post some of your 'dream watches' without price restriction to illustrate what kind of watch would be your ideal? I would consider what functions and utility the watch must perform first. Do you need the date, day, 2nd time zone, or all three? Does it need to be rugged, does it need a metal bracelet? Can it be quartz? Does it need a rotating bezel? Do you need a chronometer? A watch is an instrument first and foremost. Do you want something that is trendy or classic? Something that is unique or an homage to something else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginseng Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 33 minutes ago, Fuzz said: I almost bought the Tudor Pelagos.... until I saw it in the flesh. The blue was too wishy washy in person for my liking. I agree on the blue. I was, however, very happy with the softer colors of the LHD. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 6, 2021 Author Share Posted May 6, 2021 13 hours ago, BrightonCorgi said: I would look at models for Ball, Mido, or Certina. Pre-owned watches are another area you may consider. Like New in Box "LNIB" is virtually a new watch. Perhaps you could post some of your 'dream watches' without price restriction to illustrate what kind of watch would be your ideal? I would consider what functions and utility the watch must perform first. Do you need the date, day, 2nd time zone, or all three? Does it need to be rugged, does it need a metal bracelet? Can it be quartz? Does it need a rotating bezel? Do you need a chronometer? A watch is an instrument first and foremost. Do you want something that is trendy or classic? Something that is unique or an homage to something else? Will look into these manufacturers. I am still educating myself about what is available out there so learning curve Looking to buy something that will work for me, reliable, not to be resold. I am open to pre-owned, ideally metal bracelet for wear resistance. Minimal functions including time/date but open to more. It can be quartz, bezel don't need to rotate. I'm old fashion-ish, into dependable tools My long term daily is a quartz Bulova rectangular blue bezel piece which has been dependable but not water proof Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 How about these? Sinn 556 B Mühle-Glashütte ProMare Go M1-42-32-NB Mühle-Glashütte 29er Casual Tutima Aero Club Blue 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 6, 2021 Author Share Posted May 6, 2021 30 minutes ago, Fuzz said: How about these? Sinn 556 B Mühle-Glashütte ProMare Go M1-42-32-NB Mühle-Glashütte 29er Casual Tutima Aero Club Blue The Mühle-Glashütte 29er Casual with a metal bracelet would be interesting The Tutima Aero Club Blue seems interesting, just no crown guards... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 25 minutes ago, Fuzz said: How about these? Sinn 556 B Mühle-Glashütte ProMare Go M1-42-32-NB Mühle-Glashütte 29er Casual Tutima Aero Club Blue All great German made watches. Muhle and Tutima are great values. Sinn is great too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 6, 2021 Author Share Posted May 6, 2021 I like the Ball Roadmaster Icebreaker and Roadmaster Skipper, Trainmaster Manufacture 80 hours, Fireman Victory, no crown guards though,... Mido are almost all automatic models Certina are nice, the DS Action Day-Date seems interesting Thanks for the suggestions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 I'm seriously considering picking up the Muhle ProMare for myself. At AUD3000, it is a very well priced automatic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 Bruno Söhnle Stuttgart 17-13175-340. Quartz watch, but no crown guards. Very inexpensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted May 6, 2021 Author Share Posted May 6, 2021 Nice but not rugged enough. Goldilock issues 😅 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mprach024 Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 1 hour ago, Fuzz said: Mühle-Glashütte ProMare Go M1-42-32-NB That is my speed right there, that’s lovely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 9 hours ago, mprach024 said: That is my speed right there, that’s lovely. A friend of mine had the SAR Mühle about a decade ago. Was cool watch. I think had a sandblasted finish. Very rugged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 What about Glycine watches?. Combat 6 Classic 43 Combat Sub 42 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 5 hours ago, Fuzz said: What about Glycine watches?. Combat 6 Classic 43 Combat Sub 42 My cousin use to live down the street from their factory. His buddy was working there for a bit. Another great value brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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