Rough and Tumble Watch Ideas
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Hi all,
I currently have an Omega Seamaster Automatic but need a watch for weekend mucking about/holidays and don't want to damage my Seamaster.
Budget is around £500, and was thinking of a second hand breitling or tag quartz.
Any ideas? The only ones in the price range are the special editions tag (indy 500 etc). Also, most secondhand retailers only have £1K watches and above.
Adrian
I currently have an Omega Seamaster Automatic but need a watch for weekend mucking about/holidays and don't want to damage my Seamaster.
Budget is around £500, and was thinking of a second hand breitling or tag quartz.
Any ideas? The only ones in the price range are the special editions tag (indy 500 etc). Also, most secondhand retailers only have £1K watches and above.
Adrian
Was in a similar situation and just got a G shock watch for 50 squid.
dont want to damage my Brietling Emergency wear as a special watch/flying, office work is an Omega seamaster and mucking around gardening, badminton, etc is a Casio G Shock ! I love it. light robust and a bit different (g-8000)
Not worried its going to break, deosnt matter if it goets stolen (although i would be upset) my kids cant hurt it, its easy and accurate and has a good alarm & other functions.
Just a suggestion which may or may nt float your boat. It often not the most expensive things that give the most pleasure.
dont want to damage my Brietling Emergency wear as a special watch/flying, office work is an Omega seamaster and mucking around gardening, badminton, etc is a Casio G Shock ! I love it. light robust and a bit different (g-8000)
Not worried its going to break, deosnt matter if it goets stolen (although i would be upset) my kids cant hurt it, its easy and accurate and has a good alarm & other functions.
Just a suggestion which may or may nt float your boat. It often not the most expensive things that give the most pleasure.
I'd second the Seiko Divers idea, I have one that's been relegated to my sock draw now I've traded up, but sometimes (kayaking, breaking up paving slabs etc) I think that I really should wear the Seiko.
Good solid watches, mine used to gain a few minutes a month and they're certified to 200m and self winding.
Good solid watches, mine used to gain a few minutes a month and they're certified to 200m and self winding.
djfish said:
I'd second the Seiko Divers idea, I have one that's been relegated to my sock draw now I've traded up, but sometimes (kayaking, breaking up paving slabs etc) I think that I really should wear the Seiko.
Good solid watches, mine used to gain a few minutes a month and they're certified to 200m and self winding.
Good solid watches, mine used to gain a few minutes a month and they're certified to 200m and self winding.
Any comments on this one from Heuerboy for £70?
![](http://www.heuerboy.com/image/otherwatches/eta1.jpg)
Edited by Irish on Thursday 3rd May 08:42
Never seen one of those before, I'm not that much of a watch nerd, however the broad arrow on the face would suggest it's military issue.
If you're after info on Seikos there's a good nerd concentration here: www.makedostudio.com/watches/seiko-divers/ and here: www.network54.com/Forum/78440/
If you're after info on Seikos there's a good nerd concentration here: www.makedostudio.com/watches/seiko-divers/ and here: www.network54.com/Forum/78440/
Top Trump said:
hutchingsp said:
Seiko Samurai Divers from Japan/Hong Kong/Singapore. £130 and it'll still be going when you're dead.
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any recomendations on where to buy from (links etc.)
www.skywatches.com.sg/
A reputable company and authorised Seiko and Citizen dealer. All watches come fully boxed with instructions and international warranty.
A reputable company and authorised Seiko and Citizen dealer. All watches come fully boxed with instructions and international warranty.
Irish said:
Top Trump said:
hutchingsp said:
Seiko Samurai Divers from Japan/Hong Kong/Singapore. £130 and it'll still be going when you're dead.
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any recomendations on where to buy from (links etc.)
I'd vote for the Seiko Monster divers watch (search on ebay) they seem to make less than £100 for one on a metal bracelet.
I'm tempted, but like my Breitling B1 too much to get much wear out of the Seiko. I may be tempted in future tho'...
Chris
Irish said:
VetteG said:
I bought a Tag Heuer Professional about 12 years ago and its proved to be very tough, a second hand one should be well within your budget.G
Great minds think alike. This is now top of my list. A plain, siver version will cost around £230 - £270. Adrian
Good Man, its still a class watch and as tough as old boots, just make sure it's still properly sealed, a quick check and battery change by an approved dealer would be wise. You dont want to be jumping in the oggy and have it come out dead.
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Irish said:
VetteG said:
I bought a Tag Heuer Professional about 12 years ago and its proved to be very tough, a second hand one should be well within your budget.
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Great minds think alike. This is now top of my list. A plain, siver version will cost around £230 - £270.
Adrian
Quartz though, not to my taste.
Personally I would look at something like this:
In fact I liked it so much I bought it - £95! - secondhand of course.
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