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Old 07-06-2008 | 12:36 AM
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Quality on a budget.

I haven't gotten a new watch in years and would like to pick up a new one. In the past I've never really had anything that nice but my budget still isn't terribly high. I'd like a modern looking piece with a non-metal strap that can be used for both casual and business casual dress. What brands should I be checking out for something in the $700 or less range? Seiko? Emporio Armani? Brooks Brothers? I know this is a level quite a bit below the other watches in this forum but I just need some help picking something out with the highest quality for the money.

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Old 07-13-2008 | 03:37 AM
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I haven't gotten a new watch in years and would like to pick up a new one. In the past I've never really had anything that nice but my budget still isn't terribly high. I'd like a modern looking piece with a non-metal strap that can be used for both casual and business casual dress. What brands should I be checking out for something in the $700 or less range? Seiko? Emporio Armani? Brooks Brothers? I know this is a level quite a bit below the other watches in this forum but I just need some help picking something out with the highest quality for the money.

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Old 07-13-2008 | 03:43 AM
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Why not a Citizen Nighthawk? It's big, classy, and affordable.




Here's one on a leather strap:
 
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Old 07-21-2008 | 08:44 PM
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travis -

for your budget, i wouldn't go with the brands you mentioned...you can get better quality stuff.

i woud look into ORIS. great watch for the price:

http://www.authenticwatches.com/oris.html

or HAMILTON:


http://www.authenticwatches.com/hamilton-khaki-air.html

or Tags:



http://www.thewatchery.com/TAG-Heuer...mula+1&w=10618
 
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Old 07-21-2008 | 10:42 PM
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I like ORIS watches for their price. Although personally, I would rather wait and get a slightly nicer (about double the price) pre-owned piece that will hold some value.

This way, if you ever get tired of it, you can upgrade at a minimum loss, if any loss at all...

Ask Stryke what he has in stock at your price point, he is the guy to ask about watches here.
 
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Old 07-21-2008 | 10:49 PM
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Thumbs up $750

Archimede Pilot Original

ARCHIMEDE Pilot



 
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Old 07-21-2008 | 11:52 PM
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hamilton. www.hamiltonwatches.com . they can be had for far less than their MSRP's.

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Old 08-11-2008 | 01:32 AM
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Thank you....very helpful for someone who's obviously starting from square one
 
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Old 08-11-2008 | 07:16 AM
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Sinn watches from Germany are a good option
 
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Old 08-11-2008 | 07:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Jim Bacus
Archimede Pilot Original

ARCHIMEDE Pilot



how come that one doesnt say the brand?
 



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