Respectable Watch for around 1500?

[Kringkily]

Hello,

I am new to this forum but have been an avid reader. I was wondering what watch that I could realistically get for around 1500 and be of a respectable yet quality nature. Just having moved to NYC and having put down a lot of rent, furniture, etc. I don't have much saved up till Christmas when I'm supposed to get a decent bonus..crossing finger as I work in Finance and the economy looks grim...

I was looking at some vintage Rolex for 1500-2000 but they usually come in the Frankenstein category or fairly beat up. Then I looked at Omega in their Speedmaster and Seamaster lines. I'm also trying to learn as much about fakes and how to spot them making Ebay a not so friendly place. So waiting in the for sale forum is a long yet, informational process.

What's are some of your thoughts and suggestions for someone in my position? Thanks!