Need some advice from watch enthusiasts -Update- I've chosen a watch

[XDMickey]

Originally Posted by Ocean82

Thanks for the replies. I'll try to hit all the points in one post...

I don't like Movados blank faces
GShocks are not classy and versatile
Inaccurate Rolex sounds like an oxymoron

I like the Bulova Marine Star and Citizen Nighthawk

Some of the others I was looking at...

Seiko Solar Diver Chrono


Deep Blue T100 (not sure if I like the tritium inserts)

YOU don't need us!!!!

Good Luck!!!

[GcHinOH]

I took a Tutima in trade on a gun a few years ago with the intent of just turning around and selling it. I had never worn a watch before, and ended up keeping it. You could probably find a used one in your price range.

I'm a lousy photographer. I stole this shot off Google.

[drs1321]

If you like seiko, check out their other brand, Orient. My dress watch is an Orient esteem and I absolutely love it.

[WirePaladin]

Originally Posted by XDMickey

We are going to have to agree to disagree on this one! LOL

Well I own it, so I don't know what there is to disagree with. I also have a close friend with one that has been back and forth so much for issues he doesn't wear it. Many people I have talked with that own one have mentioned the time drift being more than other watches they own. It's funny, I only get two comments on it, the "gee, is that a Rolex!" and the "do you have X issue with yours?" There are watches with tighter timekeeping, like I said every other watch I own will beat it even over a short time-frame like a week or two. I still love it for what it is but personally I believe there are better choices out there unless you are going for status/brand.

[Foskey]

I love my Seiko

[XDMickey]

Originally Posted by WirePaladin

Well I own it, so I don't know what there is to disagree with. I also have a close friend with one that has been back and forth so much for issues he doesn't wear it. Many people I have talked with that own one have mentioned the time drift being more than other watches they own. It's funny, I only get two comments on it, the "gee, is that a Rolex!" and the "do you have X issue with yours?" There are watches with tighter timekeeping, like I said every other watch I own will beat it even over a short time-frame like a week or two. I still love it for what it is but personally I believe there are better choices out there unless you are going for status/brand.

Please post a picture of your Rolex. Thanks!

[WirePaladin]

Originally Posted by XDMickey

Please post a picture of your Rolex. Thanks!

This is silly. Here is a pic of it on.

[XDMickey]

Originally Posted by WirePaladin

This is silly. Here is a pic of it on.

Ah ok....
Anyway. I've been buying and selling and collecting Rolex for 16 years and never have I met someone that thought that their authentic Rolex was a dud.

I'm on watch forums way more than on gun forums and I guess you and your friend might have the only "crappy" Rolex out there.

Love to see a picture of the watch if you ever can take one. Its a passion of mine.

The only Rolex that people think are no good are fakes and/or ones that haven't been properly serviced in 10 or 20 years. They are remarkable timepieces.

Take care.

[tunasnacks]

Originally Posted by WirePaladin

Well I own it, so I don't know what there is to disagree with. I also have a close friend with one that has been back and forth so much for issues he doesn't wear it. Many people I have talked with that own one have mentioned the time drift being more than other watches they own. It's funny, I only get two comments on it, the "gee, is that a Rolex!" and the "do you have X issue with yours?" There are watches with tighter timekeeping, like I said every other watch I own will beat it even over a short time-frame like a week or two. I still love it for what it is but personally I believe there are better choices out there unless you are going for status/brand.

well if your friend is having issues with it keeping time then he should get it serviced. An overhaul will fix many issues including a worn down or tight main spring. If he got it serviced and it's still bad then he should get a better watchmaker.

As far as a diver around that price you should look at:
Seiko Monster
Orient Diver's Series
Lum-Tec 500 M (If you can spare a few more dollars)
Steinhart Ocean Series
Casio G Shock (I wear one often. Lasted me through Boot camp, water sports, range time, as well as working on my car)

As far as my credentials. I am in the Jewelry Business. Family owned. Passion for Horology. Love my job. We cater to the higher end market. I sell and am around Patek, Audemars Piguet, Piaget, Rolex, Richard Mille, MB&F, Breitling, Hublot, Harry Winston, Panerai, etc.
I belong to JCK and IWJG and have gone to Horology School.

Just my opinions on some pieces. There are a lot more but those are some I like that are high quality pieces for the price.
Stay away from fashion brands (Diesel, Michael Kors, etc.)

[Tacoma12]

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