[LegendaryLvl1]

Just bought this one yesterday

http://orientwatchusa.com/yfh03001d
 
Only problem is I wrote down the WRONG email address in the email field - so I never got my receipt and just my order number ><.
This is only part 1 of my problem.
 
After I (hopefully) get this cleared up, I'll then have to get the package delivered to a forwarding company in the US, where I'll have to pay another shipping fee, sign a customs form and then wait a few more days.
 
Ah.......................

 

[floydfan33]

Decided I needed another ABC watch. Casio PAW2000-1CR
 

 

[music_man]

for some reason i think that is cooler than a high end automatic. i suppose i am strange. i love digital watches. i wonder if there is a thermocompensated watch that is completely digital?

i have read through watchuseek that casio solar batteries last like 10 years. they are a big expensive deal to get and replace. the 2025 lasts about 10 years and is easy to get and replace. plus atomic is kind of not needed for a digital watch. especially the way it works on a casio. i wish they would make nice models that had neither of these features. now most of their upper watches have one or both. just the plain old tough as nails gshock were the best. there are still some models without it but not the really cool ones.
i was wondering if that really is the average of the solar battery. watchuseek was not really conclusive on it but i came away with that idea.

 

[rasmushorn]

I love that watch!!! It has everything you can dream of - if you like the looks I think everything else is perfectly made and very useable. 
I have had mine for more than a year and it has been with me in a lot of different conditions and on long treks in the forrest through a lot of water, mud and dirt in hot, humid conditions and in frosty cold winther nights and never failed to work perfectly.
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Decided I needed another ABC watch. Casio PAW2000-1CR
 

 

 

[ianmedium]

You can't beat Casio I feel. The solar powered atomic models I think are the best watches out there from a functional standpoint. self powered with no worries about charging. Constant update for timing accuracy and all the features one could ever want to know all on your wrist. I have a limited edition Gshock with those features and love it.. Must wear it a bit more often I think.

 

[rasmushorn]

You can't beat Casio I feel. The solar powered atomic models I think are the best watches out there from a functional standpoint. self powered with no worries about charging. Constant update for timing accuracy and all the features one could ever want to know all on your wrist. I have a limited edition Gshock with those features and love it.. Must wear it a bit more often I think.

Which G-shock model has these features? I have been looking for one because I like the looks of the bigger and thicker G-shocks better than the Pro Trek/Pathfinder.

 

[ianmedium]

You can't beat Casio I feel. The solar powered atomic models I think are the best watches out there from a functional standpoint. self powered with no worries about charging. Constant update for timing accuracy and all the features one could ever want to know all on your wrist. I have a limited edition Gshock with those features and love it.. Must wear it a bit more often I think.

Which G-shock model has these features? I have been looking for one because I like the looks of the bigger and thicker G-shocks better than the Pro Trek/Pathfinder.

This is the one I have, it was in a series of limited edition 25th anniversary models a few years ago.




Looking at Casio's current line up here are some that fit the bill.

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GW3500B-1A/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GWM5610B-1/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GW3000B-1A/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GW3000B-1A/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/AWG100BC-1AV/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GW7900B-1/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GS1300B-1/

http://www.casio.com/products/Watches/G-Shock/GW6900-1/

 

[music_man]

i got a gws5600b today, freakin awesome! very limited. finding a new one and at the original cost made me very pleased. beware of these type of things on the internet. too many fakes.

edit: i thought ghsock had a mineral crystal due to cost. then i realized that a mineral may scratch easier but it is much more shatter resistant. which is sort of the entire point of the gshock.

 

[Nocturnal310]

looking for a watch around $1500.
 
should be diving-ready, non-battery operated, have a max of 43mm dial and look sophisticated...not simple.
 
and most important...should be durable..as i commute a lot and need a watch during most of the activities that come up...such as going to the beach, hiking, nightclubbing .
 
 
suggestions welcome.
 
was looking at Ball watches...but their watches under $2000 are very simple and dont have a perceivable value

 

[ianmedium]

looking for a watch around $1500.
 
should be diving-ready, non-battery operated, have a max of 43mm dial and look sophisticated...not simple.
 
and most important...should be durable..as i commute a lot and need a watch during most of the activities that come up...such as going to the beach, hiking, nightclubbing .
 
 
suggestions welcome.
 
was looking at Ball watches...but their watches under $2000 are very simple and dont have a perceivable value

I am a big fan of Japanese domestic market watches. They keep the best Seiko's to themselves!

Here is one that I think might fit the bill and well under budget. Don't be put off by buying direct from Japan. In my experience it is effortless and the watches are so well built it is rare that you would have to send it back under warranty! This seller is excellent as well!
http://www.seiyajapan.com/product/S-SBDC007/SEIKO-Prospex-200M-Ti-Diver-6R15-Automatic-SBDC007.html

Not sure if this would fit the bill but it is alms new and a good price and I can vouch for the vendor as have purchased a watch from them and they are excellent!

http://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/FOR69

this one is a little over your budget and again from Bernard but 36mm, not sure if you mind a proper sized mans watch as opposed to the XXL ones that are the fashion now.

http://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/OMG1796

I know some of my suggestions are 44mm but it is only 1mm!

 

[bhd812]

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looking for a watch around $1500.
 
should be diving-ready, non-battery operated, have a max of 43mm dial and look sophisticated...not simple.
 
and most important...should be durable..as i commute a lot and need a watch during most of the activities that come up...such as going to the beach, hiking, nightclubbing .
 
 
suggestions welcome.
 
was looking at Ball watches...but their watches under $2000 are very simple and dont have a perceivable value

What do you mean by Perceivable value?
 

 

[music_man]

jdm seiko's are the most bang for the buck anywhere. a real in house movement with a rich history for a fair price. sure, it's not swiss but i would not be surprised if one were to retain more value if sold.

 

[music_man]

i wanted to ask your guys opinion but first.... if you like that 36mm omega ian linked to, look at the movado kingmatic midsize. it is a column wheel! not eta either i forgot what movement it is. the wonderful thing is that much watch in that size regularly fetches a measly $400!

now my question please: which would look better on an older gentleman(me) in casual situations. i like the white one for it has more features but it does not seem like it compliments me. your opinion please!

http://bnycblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/CasioSolar.jpg

http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-tU2ps2BnSXI/TgfkD5Ei-HI/AAAAAAAAF1k/Lz2Fq49ij0A/s800/5600_02.jpg

just say first one or second one if you wish.
thanks

 

[ianmedium]

i wanted to ask your guys opinion but first.... if you like that 36mm omega ian linked to, look at the movado kingmatic midsize. it is a column wheel! not eta either i forgot what movement it is. the wonderful thing is that much watch in that size regularly fetches a measly $400!

now my question please: which would look better on an older gentleman(me) in casual situations. i like the white one for it has more features but it does not seem like it compliments me. your opinion please!

http://bnycblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/CasioSolar.jpg

http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-tU2ps2BnSXI/TgfkD5Ei-HI/AAAAAAAAF1k/Lz2Fq49ij0A/s800/5600_02.jpg

just say first one or second one if you wish.
thanks

I prefer the functions of the first one but being older myself as well I am not sure I like the black and white combo.

I did a bit of searching and the same model is available in a more subdued colour scheme. I have no idea what the seller is like but there may be more folks selling them.
http://www.superchrono.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_22&products_id=3118

 

[ianmedium]

Here is a better set of images of the one I showed you.


http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/parksgallery/item/gwx-5600-1jf/