I'm looking for a nice reasonably priced watch - LotusTalk

Noble · 02-15-2008, 07:30 AM

I'm looking for a quality watch with substance that looks nice but without being too flashy. I am flexible on the price but would rather not spend more than say, $200. I'm not really a fan of watches that are gold in color. Are there any good online retailers?

Noble

JUNGLISTluder · 02-15-2008, 07:36 AM

I would just spend a little more and get an entry-level Tag Heuer F1.

If you wanted to stay cheap....I'd go for a Hamilton like this:

http://wristzone.stores.yahoo.net/h70455133.html

KingOfJericho · 02-15-2008, 07:38 AM

Kenneth Cole.

JUNGLISTluder · 02-15-2008, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

Kenneth Cole.

Is this serious?

Shine · 02-15-2008, 07:43 AM

Check out some of the Seiko's with automatic movements. A lot of them are not sold in the US, but this is a great company to order from: www.chronograph.com. I recently bought an SKX007 Diver's watch for a daily beater and I don't think there is a better sub $200 (new) watch. Most people don't know that Seiko turns out some very high quality watches. For entertainment purposes check out the Seiko Spring Drive series ($3000 - $5000)!

Phantom · 02-15-2008, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Noble

I'm looking for a quality watch with substance that looks nice but without being too flashy. I am flexible on the price but would rather not spend more than say, $200. I'm not really a fan of watches that are gold in color. Are there any good online retailers?

Noble

I've had my Festina Titanium for years, and I really like it- It has 2 alarms, 2 time zones, and automatically keeps up with the date, among other features, all while not being too flashy (IMO)-

babak · 02-15-2008, 08:00 AM

Raymond Weil Tank with SS case, not much more than that in a timeless design.

MickOpalak · 02-15-2008, 08:00 AM

I've had this one for a couple of years and really like it.

http://www.orvis.com/store/product_c...&feature_id=18

KingOfJericho · 02-15-2008, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by JUNGLISTluder

Is this serious?

Um... yes. You did see that he said "$200" right?

Noble · 02-15-2008, 08:11 AM

Thanks for the suggestions so far. I am really fond of the diver style watch in stainless steel. Personally, I love the way Rolex styles their versions but prices start in the $4000-$5000 range. I would like to get something styled similarly from a reputable manufacturer. I am not interested in a "fake" Rolex.

Noble

dma550 · 02-15-2008, 08:30 AM

Invicta is decent for that price range. Check out the Russian Diver watch, here's an example though with a leather band, for $200.

http://cgi.ebay.com/RUSSIAN-MILITARY...QQcmdZViewItem

I have a Omega seamaster I love, you can get a used one for $800-$1000 for the lower end quartz movements.

FIRME · 02-15-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Noble

Thanks for the suggestions so far. I am really fond of the diver style watch in stainless steel. Personally, I love the way Rolex styles their versions but prices start in the $4000-$5000 range. I would like to get something styled similarly from a reputable manufacturer. I am not interested in a "fake" Rolex.

Noble

Hey Noble,

I highly recommend Invicta and they have plenty of pro diver watches in quartz, Miyota automatic movements that can be had for $200 or less. For a Swiss ETA movement in the pro diver, you'll likely spend around mid $300 and up.

FLuXeXigeS · 02-15-2008, 08:53 AM

try
Invicta
Citizen
Kenneth Cole
Guess
Fossil

honestly good entry level watches starts at around $600 and up, and if you are planning to keep it a while its worth the extra investment IMO

JWA · 02-15-2008, 09:30 AM

See if there is a Seiko factory store near you. They often have killer prices on the higher-end Seikos. I bought a Sportura Kinetic for daily use at less than half of retail from the one near me.

MikeAtFIU · 02-15-2008, 09:32 AM

the Tissot touch watch is AMAZING. look into it

http://www.watchreport.com/2004/12/review_of_the_t.html

http://search.ebay.com/search/search...uch&category0=

JWA · 02-15-2008, 09:40 AM

I thought that the Tissot Touch was cool until I found out that in order for the temperature and other weather related functions to work you have to take the watch off and set it down for 15-30 minutes. Your body heat throws off the sensors, which kind of defeats the purpose in my book.

MikeAtFIU · 02-15-2008, 09:44 AM

it's still awesome =P ... better than the other ones people have been posting..

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Originally Posted by JWA

I thought that the Tissot Touch was cool until I found out that in order for the temperature and other weather related functions to work you have to take the watch off and set it down for 15-30 minutes. Your body heat throws off the sensors, which kind of defeats the purpose in my book.

kestrel74 · 02-15-2008, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeAtFIU

the Tissot touch watch is AMAZING. look into it

http://www.watchreport.com/2004/12/review_of_the_t.html

http://search.ebay.com/search/search...uch&category0=

Wow....COOL watch ( and it'll even TELL you it's cool ! )

turbophil · 02-15-2008, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Shine

Check out some of the Seiko's with automatic movements. A lot of them are not sold in the US, but this is a great company to order from: www.chronograph.com. I recently bought an SKX007 Diver's watch for a daily beater and I don't think there is a better sub $200 (new) watch. Most people don't know that Seiko turns out some very high quality watches. For entertainment purposes check out the Seiko Spring Drive series ($3000 - $5000)!

+1,000

The seiko autos are great! Super reliable and accurate if calibrated well...

uglyduck · 02-15-2008, 10:38 AM

I have thee T-Touch with the Chrome Orange face with Ti body and strap. I love it, so light, easy to read and matches my Elise. Yes the thermometer is a bit odd, but as far as the other funtions go they work perfectly...

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeAtFIU

the Tissot touch watch is AMAZING. look into it

http://www.watchreport.com/2004/12/review_of_the_t.html

http://search.ebay.com/search/search...uch&category0=

02-15-2008, 07:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
Noble Former Uberite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monterey, California/Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 967	I'm looking for a nice reasonably priced watch I'm looking for a quality watch with substance that looks nice but without being too flashy. I am flexible on the price but would rather not spend more than say, $200. I'm not really a fan of watches that are gold in color. Are there any good online retailers? Noble __________________ Astronomy is looking up.

02-15-2008, 07:36 AM	#2 (permalink)
JUNGLISTluder High Roller Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 688 Images: 6	I would just spend a little more and get an entry-level Tag Heuer F1. If you wanted to stay cheap....I'd go for a Hamilton like this: http://wristzone.stores.yahoo.net/h70455133.html __________________ 06 Lotus Elise - AR/Blk, Touring, Premium, TC, HT, DRL Delete, X-Pel, TS Pro1 Exhaust, TS Pro1 Intake, BBmod, Saikou Michi OCC, 6000k HIDs, Stealth Bulbs, 07+ Letters, Re-grooved Bilsteins, LG Stone Guards, CR Engine Covers, S111 Folding Tow Hook, FF CF Spoiler, 17" PIAA FR-7s, CharlieX 06 ECU V2.0, Greddy/BOE Supercharger 88 BMW 528is - Blue/Llama Beige, M20 stroker motor, Alpina SW, 3.73 LSD, BavAuto Springs, Bilstein Sports, M3 SSK, 16x8 BBS, 225/245 tires, shadowline Last edited by JUNGLISTluder : 02-15-2008 at 07:45 AM.

02-15-2008, 07:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
Shine Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central Texas Posts: 181 Images: 9	Check out some of the Seiko's with automatic movements. A lot of them are not sold in the US, but this is a great company to order from: www.chronograph.com. I recently bought an SKX007 Diver's watch for a daily beater and I don't think there is a better sub $200 (new) watch. Most people don't know that Seiko turns out some very high quality watches. For entertainment purposes check out the Seiko Spring Drive series ($3000 - $5000)! __________________ - Shine 2005 Elise, Ardent Red, Manual Winders

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babak Moderator Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 8,269 Images: 23	Raymond Weil Tank with SS case, not much more than that in a timeless design. __________________ Babak Club111 Central Plains Coordinator '05 Elise - Touring, HT, StarShield '99 Ducati 996 Bip '05 Freelander SE

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02-15-2008, 07:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
KingOfJericho Xx-------Exige-------xX Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: South Salem, NY Posts: 3,343	Kenneth Cole.

02-15-2008, 08:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
Noble Former Uberite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monterey, California/Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 967	Thanks for the suggestions so far. I am really fond of the diver style watch in stainless steel. Personally, I love the way Rolex styles their versions but prices start in the $4000-$5000 range. I would like to get something styled similarly from a reputable manufacturer. I am not interested in a "fake" Rolex. Noble __________________ Astronomy is looking up.

02-15-2008, 08:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
dma550 Yahoo! Got my Rotus! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: CT, Shoreline area Posts: 868	Invicta is decent for that price range. Check out the Russian Diver watch, here's an example though with a leather band, for $200. http://cgi.ebay.com/RUSSIAN-MILITARY...QQcmdZViewItem I have a Omega seamaster I love, you can get a used one for $800-$1000 for the lower end quartz movements. __________________ David Avery 05 Lotus Elise ~ Arctic Silver ~ BWR SC ~ Gray RACs ~ Larini SE 08 BMW 135i being painted in the mother country 04 Mini Cooper S JCW ~ 210hp JCW bump up kit 07 Husqvarna TE-250 visit FocusedE, my e-business company \| visit Spyderclub

02-15-2008, 08:53 AM	#13 (permalink)
FLuXeXigeS ...disappearing posts... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SoCal/AZ/NV Posts: 4,294	try Invicta Citizen Kenneth Cole Guess Fossil honestly good entry level watches starts at around $600 and up, and if you are planning to keep it a while its worth the extra investment IMO __________________ -Coi-'07 AR Exige S+Gotham, Von Hep, corner balanced&tuned SACHS, 6k HID, JVC KD-NX5000, Alpine 4ch. amp, JL stealth box, s111 rear towhook and harness bar, Starshield, TG4 1/4 turn fasteners, SS brake lines, bling bling eng bay, painted calipers, TD 1.2 wheels w/ Toyo R888, Safecraft harnesses, DRL delete, s111 CRD mount. add me: www.myspace.com/kandyredcoi & lotuscar.ning.com/profile/KandyRedCoi

02-15-2008, 09:30 AM	#14 (permalink)
JWA #33 Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 3,284	See if there is a Seiko factory store near you. They often have killer prices on the higher-end Seikos. I bought a Sportura Kinetic for daily use at less than half of retail from the one near me.

02-15-2008, 09:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
MikeAtFIU Bought My Skills On Ebay Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 188	the Tissot touch watch is AMAZING. look into it http://www.watchreport.com/2004/12/review_of_the_t.html http://search.ebay.com/search/search...uch&category0= __________________ 2006 Elise, Silver [s] SOLD (hardtop FOR SALE, along with NEW PADS, NEW ROTORS, Alarm FOB, tire key) 2002 Maserati Spyder 2005 Toyota Prius, Seaside Pearl (also known as blue) p.s. I bought my skills on EBAY.

02-15-2008, 09:40 AM	#16 (permalink)
JWA #33 Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 3,284	I thought that the Tissot Touch was cool until I found out that in order for the temperature and other weather related functions to work you have to take the watch off and set it down for 15-30 minutes. Your body heat throws off the sensors, which kind of defeats the purpose in my book.

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