Watch recommendations for up to £150

[adigra]

Hi all,

Looking for a Christmas present for my sister-in-law's boyfriend. He's a young guy, 21, and seems a trendy, scruffy, rocker type (I don't know the current terminology, he has messy hair, tattoos, etc.). But also is a forensic computer technician, so is quite interested in technology and seems to have an interest in cars and got very excited about a prospect of a watch. Based on all of that I think any kind of a dress watch, or a retro design is out, and my instinct tells me a bracelet rather than a strap is a must. But I thought to get him something decent and automatic, something with a soul. The budget is about £150. My own thoughts so far are a Seiko Monster, or a Mini Monster. I don't own either, so any thoughts/opinions on those, as well as any other recommendations will be gladly accepted.

Thank you!

Adi

[James_N]

Citizen Ecodrive of some description?

[fieldl]

A bit nerdy and funky you say......

I'd suggest the Phosphor World Time E Ink Watch
http://www.reghardware.com/2010/11/06/review_gadge...

On budget and suitably nerdy and funky.

[Vespula]

Seiko SKX007

Try creationwatches.com

[Pints]

As above really, you're pretty safe with Citizen or Seiko.
But I'm personally quite keen on a CWC at the moment. Standard military issue can be had for under £90 new, but they also do a few quite nice, more expensive models.

[adigra]

Thank you, much appreciated. I haven't thought of Citizen, which is a great suggestion, I'll have a look at their range.

The giant digital watch is now making me wonder as it does really seem very appropriate. I'll have to check with the SIL about it though.

[adigra]

You know, that kind of watch probably makes a lot of sense, but to be honest I don't know if I could bring myself to buy one. He does seem to have a growing interest in more "mature" things shall we say. For instance he's been quite interested in my Lotus Elan, which was a very pleasant surprise as most young people don't seem to have any interest in classic cars, or any cars at all. So I think I'd like to get him a "proper" watch from a respected company. If he never wears it, so be it...

[Chicken Pox]

adigra said:

You know, that kind of watch probably makes a lot of sense, but to be honest I don't know if I could bring myself to buy one. He does seem to have a growing interest in more "mature" things shall we say. For instance he's been quite interested in my Lotus Elan, which was a very pleasant surprise as most young people don't seem to have any interest in classic cars, or any cars at all. So I think I'd like to get him a "proper" watch from a respected company. If he never wears it, so be it...

or more adult compromise (can always change strap later) £95 so some money left for beer tokens....




I'm sure the watch gurus can advise if it's movement is okay or not for the price...

[adigra]

Oh yeah, those are really nice. I forgot about Fossil.

I'll run these choices by my wife and see how it goes. I know I am really biased as I really want a Monster, but I need to think of this objectively.

[Chewitt]

this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3vQm5SCts0&fea...



not really a watch but also more than a watch!

[ShadownINja]

That's brilliant. *googles*

Actually, that reminds me. Google "mp4 player watch". Alternatively, get him a full-function G-shock like the Riseman.

Edited by ShadownINja on Wednesday 10th November 23:15

[CO2000]

What about this one.

http://www.watchshop.com/mens-casio-g-shock-chrono...

[CardShark]

If you're considering Fossil watches then also have a look at the Police range as well, there are some pretty funky looking models in their line up, or have a look at Casio G Shocks. Some H Samual stores have quite a choice of both of the above, you'll be able to compare both

[adigra]

Thanks everyone! The result of this thread has been that I've spent about 5 hours in the last two days staring at watches and having to talk myself out of buying for myself... Unfortunately I also got word of some "issues" so I might not need to buy anything at all...

[Webber3]

Something with a bit of colour?