Watch for male - ocassional use 200GBP

[matt21]

I have been left a small amount of inheritance and in the market for a stylish watch for around two hundred pounds. I have never had a really decent watch and currently where a 70 pound tissot which I like.

Looking for something nice(ish) for occasional use to keep for a long long time. Timeless design, substantial is better, is what I am after.

Any great deals about. Open to recommendations

[Matt UK]

Ignoring the political associations, Jorg Gray do some nice stuff at a fair price IMO

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=jo...

[mikeveal]

Take a look at Christopher Ward - internet sales only but good guarantees and recommended by many on here.
You've already discovered Tissot, The Visodate is a mechanical that comes in at just over £200 I believe.

Alternatively, go for something old. On flea bay there are a couple of US based sellers who specialise in restoration of Hamiltons - search for Hamilton watches and you'll find them easily. I'm talking 1940's onward watches with usually mint cases and restored dials. I just bought a 1960's Hamilton 'Darwin', with a 21 Jewel movement, white gold case, NOS crystal and leather strap, it cost me £160. Remember that you will pay 20% VAT on imports though.


ETA old watches are much smaller than todays oversized stuff. Be aware that some old gents watches will be about the same size as a regular sized womans watch today.

Edited by mikeveal on Thursday 7th July 13:23

[DKL]

Personally I'd find a vintage Omega Seamaster. Great value at about that price.

[Jonboy]

If you dont mind haggling, the Tissot PRC 200 on a steel bracelet can be had for around £230. A very nice and classic looking watch IMHO (black face with yellow second and chrono hands would be my preference).

The searching and trying on is part of the fun. Happy hunting.