a bit of help with buying watches for a watch noob

[Slink]

So, Im looking to get a expensive watch soon, having never had a decent watch worth more than about 100 quid, and thought I would splash out on a decent one for special occasions, and although I would love a rolex, I dont know if i will be able to get the one I want for the money I will have.

I have got a few watches but none of them are special, and feel like i want a special watch.

so I've just started looking into different makes, but although they may be pretty looking, they might not have as good a mechanism as rolex's stuff, which I would love.

I dont really know much about watches apart from they tell the time, some look like utter cheap tat, and some look expensive, and that some of them have the hour/min/second hands and markers that glow 24/7

are there any websites/shops that I should be looking at/in that do decent watches, they could be second hand or new, just after something a bit special that is not in more mainstream shops that sell watches.

[andy tims]

http://www.hackettwatches.com/

http://www.watches.co.uk/

http://www.chrono24.com/

http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/

That little lot should keep you busy.

Buy pre-owned for best value for money & buying through a reputable dealer will give you peace of mind

[PJ S]

If you revealed a budget and style preference, we could narrow things down a fair bit, which then leaves you free to seek out where you can see/buy them.

[SVS]

Hi Slink,

You don't always have to spend Rolex money to get a good watch. For example, look at Steinhart and Davosa watches. Brands like this produce quality watches, which have good movements (mechanisms).

High quality and "specialness" can be had for far less money than a Rolex. With the "posh" well-known brands, part of the cost is paying for the name/brand image.

What's your budget?