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jgcarinci · 13 August 2012, 02:23 AM

I am selling my SS Sub and am in the market for a more budget friendly watch. Looking for a 40-42mm non-chronograph automatic that can be worn on any occasion. Round case is also my preference. Omega, Ball, Fortis?? What recommendations do you have? I'd also love to see what's on your wrist. Many thanks.

kilyung · 13 August 2012, 02:29 AM

I'd say IWC or Ball.

mjclark32 · 13 August 2012, 02:41 AM

I have an IWC aquatimer. 42mm chrono day date, round and under the radar.
May work for you

sierra11b · 13 August 2012, 07:06 AM

Hmmm... Grand Seiko SBGM023 GMT comes to mind. Round 40mm case, GMT, drilled lugs for easy strap changes, comes with bracelet. I don't own one yet but will eventually!

It's nearly identical to the SBGM021 GMT except the dial is more silver than ivory and the watch comes with a bracelet instead of leather deployant. You can get a GS deployant for it and find a strap for it (even the GS aligator strap) to cover any dress needs. It's quite the versatile piece which will make up for the $4700 price tag and you will still net some money after the Submariner sale.

mike · 13 August 2012, 08:11 AM

From my experience Ball is an amazing timepiece.

Java · 13 August 2012, 10:19 AM

Depends quite how tight the budget is. As some have said Ball represent amazing VFM.
Superbly well constructed and well designed watches.

Mickey® · 13 August 2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by sierra11b

Hmmm... Grand Seiko SBGM023 GMT comes to mind. Round 40mm case, GMT, drilled lugs for easy strap changes, comes with bracelet. I don't own one yet but will eventually!

It's nearly identical to the SBGM021 GMT except the dial is more silver than ivory and the watch comes with a bracelet instead of leather deployant. You can get a GS deployant for it and find a strap for it (even the GS aligator strap) to cover any dress needs. It's quite the versatile piece which will make up for the $4700 price tag and you will still net some money after the Submariner sale.

That ain't cheap and the resale aint good. (aint used for effect twice)

sierra11b · 14 August 2012, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Mickey®

That ain't cheap and the resale aint good. (aint used for effect twice)

You're absolutely right. Just trying to think of something sporty on bracelet yet dressy on a leather strap. As versatile as the Grand Seiko is it could possibly save some long term money.

Ramiks · 13 August 2012, 10:21 AM

Omega SMPO 42 ... just perfect

Mickey® · 13 August 2012, 10:25 AM

Is budget the only reason your selling? One day the current watch will be worth more and the new one won't be worth anything.

I'd say get a used Omega Aqua Terra.

mltworldwide · 13 August 2012, 03:07 PM

I like this Omega:

crs12 · 13 August 2012, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by drster

I like this Omega:

Thats very nice.

Is it a standard Co Axial Seamaster but with the black vs blue face?

unknown · 13 August 2012, 05:22 PM

Zenith espada

Puffy · 13 August 2012, 06:23 PM

i'd get an omega as well!

Psmith · 13 August 2012, 06:44 PM

In no particular order...

Fortis, Oris, Ball, Sinn, Bell & Ross, Muhle Glashutte, Glycine, TAG Heuer, Tudor ...
There's a lot of activity in this price band

And don't foget Stowa - very nice German-made watches, using ETA movements. Smally, friendly company you can deal with direct

If I had to narrow it down, would focus on Fortis and Ball ...possibly Oris as well if interested in a diver's watch (the 44 and 47 mm models are nice)

joe100 · 13 August 2012, 08:55 PM

Omega Aqua Terra 8500.

jgcarinci · 13 August 2012, 09:04 PM

Thanks guys. You've brought up
some brands that I've never heard of. I've enjoyed looking at the various collections. This only makes my decision harder!

WatchTimes · 13 August 2012, 10:55 PM

IWC or Ball get my vote!

Omega is a great brand but it has just never done it for me for some reason.

Also they do not fly much lower under the radar than Rolex.

slcbbrown · 14 August 2012, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by jgcarinci

I am selling my SS Sub and am in the market for a more budget friendly watch. Looking for a 40-42mm non-chronograph automatic that can be worn on any occasion. Round case is also my preference. Omega, Ball, Fortis?? What recommendations do you have? I'd also love to see what's on your wrist. Many thanks.

If you want to reduce your investment, why not go with a Wilson Watch Works watch with the Unitas 9498/7 movement? For well under $1,000 you can have a pretty nice watch assembled in your home town. If you don't mind a junkier Seagull movement you can be under $400, probably.

zeuloa · 15 August 2012, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Psmith

In no particular order...

Fortis, Oris, Ball, Sinn, Bell & Ross, Muhle Glashutte, Glycine, TAG Heuer, Tudor ...
There's a lot of activity in this price band

And don't foget Stowa - very nice German-made watches, using ETA movements. Smally, friendly company you can deal with direct

If I had to narrow it down, would focus on Fortis and Ball ...possibly Oris as well if interested in a diver's watch (the 44 and 47 mm models are nice)

I would add Nomos as it's another great German brand.

13 August 2012, 02:23 AM	#1
jgcarinci "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: wilson, nc Posts: 37	What do you recommend? I am selling my SS Sub and am in the market for a more budget friendly watch. Looking for a 40-42mm non-chronograph automatic that can be worn on any occasion. Round case is also my preference. Omega, Ball, Fortis?? What recommendations do you have? I'd also love to see what's on your wrist. Many thanks.

13 August 2012, 02:41 AM	#3
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I have an IWC aquatimer. 42mm chrono day date, round and under the radar. May work for you __________________

13 August 2012, 10:19 AM	#6
Java "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Tim Location: Bangkok Watch: Lots Posts: 521	Depends quite how tight the budget is. As some have said Ball represent amazing VFM. Superbly well constructed and well designed watches. __________________ You don't buy a great watch to tell the time, any more than you would buy a fast car because you're in a hurry.

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unknown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 2,872	Zenith espada __________________ Instagram : @collectible_watches

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Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	i'd get an omega as well! __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

13 August 2012, 02:29 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I'd say IWC or Ball.

13 August 2012, 07:06 AM	#4
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	Hmmm... Grand Seiko SBGM023 GMT comes to mind. Round 40mm case, GMT, drilled lugs for easy strap changes, comes with bracelet. I don't own one yet but will eventually! It's nearly identical to the SBGM021 GMT except the dial is more silver than ivory and the watch comes with a bracelet instead of leather deployant. You can get a GS deployant for it and find a strap for it (even the GS aligator strap) to cover any dress needs. It's quite the versatile piece which will make up for the $4700 price tag and you will still net some money after the Submariner sale.

13 August 2012, 08:11 AM	#5
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	From my experience Ball is an amazing timepiece.

13 August 2012, 10:21 AM	#9
Ramiks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Rami Location: Jordan Watch: Rolex and others Posts: 825	Omega SMPO 42 ... just perfect

13 August 2012, 10:25 AM	#10
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Is budget the only reason your selling? One day the current watch will be worth more and the new one won't be worth anything. I'd say get a used Omega Aqua Terra.

13 August 2012, 03:07 PM	#11
mltworldwide 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: florida Posts: 8,662	I like this Omega:

13 August 2012, 06:44 PM	#15
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	In no particular order... Fortis, Oris, Ball, Sinn, Bell & Ross, Muhle Glashutte, Glycine, TAG Heuer, Tudor ... There's a lot of activity in this price band And don't foget Stowa - very nice German-made watches, using ETA movements. Smally, friendly company you can deal with direct If I had to narrow it down, would focus on Fortis and Ball ...possibly Oris as well if interested in a diver's watch (the 44 and 47 mm models are nice) __________________

13 August 2012, 08:55 PM	#16
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Omega Aqua Terra 8500. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

13 August 2012, 09:04 PM	#17
jgcarinci "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: wilson, nc Posts: 37	Thanks guys. You've brought up some brands that I've never heard of. I've enjoyed looking at the various collections. This only makes my decision harder!

13 August 2012, 10:55 PM	#18
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	IWC or Ball get my vote! Omega is a great brand but it has just never done it for me for some reason. Also they do not fly much lower under the radar than Rolex. __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

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