[aaron313]

No no... my watch is dead because I haven't worn it lately. If you wear it, it will always run.

 

[vagarach]

Yes, you can't go wrong with a Seiko (but I'm biased, I have two

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Buy a designer watch only if you want looks and nothing else

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Or just buy this Amazon.com: Invicta Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch #8926: Invicta: Watches it looks almost exactly like a submariner for $100...though the quality control isn't so hot.

 

[kansei]

I own a Rolex and a Seiko. The Seiko is great, cost me about $60. I got a navigator-type Seiko with a rubber bracelet.

 

[fatcat28037]

Go here.....http://www.exactreplicas.com/

 

[Czilla9000]

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Originally Posted by vagarach /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yes, you can't go wrong with a Seiko (but I'm biased, I have two ) Buy a designer watch only if you want looks and nothing else . Or just buy this Amazon.com: Invicta Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch #8926: Invicta: Watches it looks almost exactly like a submariner for $100...though the quality control isn't so hot.

I had one of these. Looks almost EXACTLY like a submariner.

 

[appophylite]

At the sub-$100 range, I'd have to go with a Seiko or a Pulsar.

I have a Titan Edge in that price range that I love (extremely thin-thinner than the Skagens model if I am correct) but that would be difficult as I think they are only available in India. My parents also recently bought me a Kenneth Cole Reaction Automatic that is growing on me.

 

[Uncle Erik]

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Originally Posted by funkychowda /img/forum/go_quote.gif Invicta watches are pretty nice for the $100-150 range

I think the Invicta 8926 is one of the best values out there. The Miyota movement is solid and the 8926 has developed a cult following over the years. Google it for reviews - this is considered by many the least expensive entry to "nice" watches. They go for almost exactly $100 shipped on eBay, so you don't have to stretch your budget. I've come close to ordering one so many times, but I've got too many watches and have been getting more attached to a Sinn 244. But for your price range, I don't think you could do much better.

If you want to go vintage, there are more options. You should be able to pick up an Eterna-Matic or a Longines Ultra-Chron in that price range. Those are excellent, largely unappreciated watches.

Oh, and if Head-Fi isn't bad enough, here's some crack for watch freaks:

http://www.pmwf.com/

 

[003]

What about this one:
Amazon.com: Seiko Men's Perpetual Calendar Watch #SNQ007: Seiko: Watches

I quite like the look, how would it compare to the Invicta? It is a bit more expensive.

 

[vagarach]

I would prefer it over the invicta, which is out-and-out a poor man's submariner, whereas this is a design all of its own. Quartz movement also means that it will keep accurate time and you don't have to worry about it at all. It is also rated to 330ft, which is nothing to scoff at for a non-diving watch, and has a perpetual calendar.

 

[003]

Yeah, those are some of the reasons I like it. Initially, I was looking at the solar and kinetic powered watches, but you know that would just bother me. I like a battery that you just forget about for 4 years, and then just pop in a new one. I think I will go ahead and order it then

 

[Philimon]

I have a couple Citizen eco-drive watches. They are solar powered watches. They do not have to stay in direct sunlight in order to keep a charge. If you leave them in a drawer somewhere for months on end, then it will die and have to be reset.

 

[Duffy1207]

That's the problem with us Head-Fi crowd.
The guy said $100 max and everyone's showing him $150 watches that are just gonna tempt him into spending more

 

[kjpmkjp]

There's something about this watch that just sits with me, but it's $115.

FOSSIL - watches, handbags, accessories, and apparel - www.fossil.com

 

[003]

Thanks for the suggestions guys! I did end up ordering the Seiko SNQ007. $133, a bit over budget, but not that bad considering where I am

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[appophylite]

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Originally Posted by 003 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yeah, those are some of the reasons I like it. Initially, I was looking at the solar and kinetic powered watches, but you know that would just bother me. I like a battery that you just forget about for 4 years, and then just pop in a new one. I think I will go ahead and order it then

Acually, the Kinetic is also a quartz watch as is, if I am correct, the solar Eco-drives. They keep time just as accurately as regular quartz watches, but have the added benefit that you never have to worry about a battery. I find myself oft having to reset my Seiko Kinetic because I don't wear it often. However, my dad has worn one every day for 8 years now and it is still as accurate today as it was when it was new.