Oysterdate style watch suggestions

[robinh73]

I was all set to buy myself a Seiko diver's watch as per one of my other threads, however, I have tried something similar on and feel the size on my 6.75" wrists would possibly be a bit too much. So, I would love a Rolex Oysterdate or Grand Seiko, but at the moment I can't justify the spend and am therefore looking for help in finding a simple metal bracelet watch with date (this is a must) up to £1,000.

[dai1983]

Loads of seiko dress watches. Can still get the SARBs but they’ve doubled since I got my 033 and wish I’d got the 035 at the time too.

Sarx035 but is bigger. I also fancy a Longines Heritage Conquest

[blue_haddock]

Seiko SARX055 - Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake sounds like its exactly what you need.

Available for well under your budget.

[robinh73]

I do like the look of the Seikos for sure, just wish the SARX033 was available, but they are like hen's teeth. Just looked at the Longines and quite taken with them, especially the Conquest (possibly more the sport range of the Conquests rather than the Heritage). Cheers chaps!

[dai1983]

http://www.gnomonwatches.com/watches/seiko-watches...

[So]

robinh73 said:

I was all set to buy myself a Seiko diver's watch as per one of my other threads, however, I have tried something similar on and feel the size on my 6.75" wrists would possibly be a bit too much. So, I would love a Rolex Oysterdate or Grand Seiko, but at the moment I can't justify the spend and am therefore looking for help in finding a simple metal bracelet watch with date (this is a must) up to £1,000.

Can I make a suggestion?

Don't spend £1k on a watch you don't really want, because you cannot afford what you DO want.

Put the grand in the bank and save up for what it is you actually desire. Second hand Oyster Dates aren't massively expensive and it wouldn't take long for most people to save for one.

I bought my first quality watch - a Rolex - by saving up all the odds and sods of money that came my way - gas bill rebates, birthday cheque from Aunty Doris, loose change jar. It took me six months. I am wearing it now and it means more because of how I got it.

[Badda]

So said:

Can I make a suggestion?

Don't spend £1k on a watch you don't really want, because you cannot afford what you DO want.

Put the grand in the bank and save up for what it is you actually desire. Second hand Oyster Dates aren't massively expensive and it wouldn't take long for most people to save for one.

I bought my first quality watch - a Rolex - by saving up all the odds and sods of money that came my way - gas bill rebates, birthday cheque from Aunty Doris, loose change jar. It took me six months. I am wearing it now and it means more because of how I got it.

They’re about four grand I think. That’s a lot of loose change and gas rebates (??)!!!

[robinh73]

So said:

Can I make a suggestion?

Don't spend £1k on a watch you don't really want, because you cannot afford what you DO want.

Put the grand in the bank and save up for what it is you actually desire. Second hand Oyster Dates aren't massively expensive and it wouldn't take long for most people to save for one.

I bought my first quality watch - a Rolex - by saving up all the odds and sods of money that came my way - gas bill rebates, birthday cheque from Aunty Doris, loose change jar. It took me six months. I am wearing it now and it means more because of how I got it.

I have to say, this does make sense, just not sure how long it will take to get, but maybe that makes it all the more rewarding when it does happen eventually.

[nikaiyo2]

Badda said:

They’re about four grand I think. That’s a lot of loose change and gas rebates (??)!!!

You can still pick up an Airking or Precision for less than £2k especially at auction.

Also I think Tudor did an Oysterdate.

Edited by nikaiyo2 on Friday 8th February 17:37

[robinh73]

nikaiyo2 said:

You can still pick up an Airking or Precision for less than £2k especially at auction.

Also I think Tudor did an Oysterdate.

Edited by nikaiyo2 on Friday 8th February 17:37

Just had a quick look and the air king date looks ideal. Maybe I should.just hang out for one

[So]

robinh73 said:

So said:

Can I make a suggestion?

Don't spend £1k on a watch you don't really want, because you cannot afford what you DO want.

Put the grand in the bank and save up for what it is you actually desire. Second hand Oyster Dates aren't massively expensive and it wouldn't take long for most people to save for one.

I bought my first quality watch - a Rolex - by saving up all the odds and sods of money that came my way - gas bill rebates, birthday cheque from Aunty Doris, loose change jar. It took me six months. I am wearing it now and it means more because of how I got it.

I have to say, this does make sense, just not sure how long it will take to get, but maybe that makes it all the more rewarding when it does happen eventually.

I've been down the road of buying things that weren't what I really desired. It always turned out to be a waste of money.

Another option open to you would be to use your £1k as a deposit for a HP deal. The first item I found on Goldsmiths was this little beauty.

[robinh73]

Lordy lordy, that is tasty. I think that the more I think about this and weigh it up, I am better off hanging fire. The £1,000 deposit has a great deal of appeal.

[nikaiyo2]

How about

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rolex-Oyster-Perpetual-...

Or

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TUDOR-JUMBO-PRINCE-OYST...

[robinh73]

nikaiyo2 said:

How about

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rolex-Oyster-Perpetual-...

Or

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TUDOR-JUMBO-PRINCE-OYST...

If the Rolex had a date function, it would be pretty much perfect. The Tudor is spot on