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Old 31 March 2009, 06:22 AM   #1
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Thinking of buying a new Tag - suggestions

I'm thinking of getting this tag watch. Reasonable priced. What do you guys think?

Tag Heuer Formula One F1 Mens Watch WAH111A.BA0850

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Old 31 March 2009, 06:32 AM   #2
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I have the standard red-dialed Formula 1 and it makes a great substitute when my Rolex is getting wrist time. The weight and feeling of the watch is pretty good, and it will definitely take a beating. If you get it for the right price, it's a good watch, IMO.
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Old 31 March 2009, 06:33 AM   #3
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I have the standard red-dialed Formula 1 and it makes a great substitute when my Rolex is getting wrist time. The weight and feeling of the watch is pretty good, and it will definitely take a beating. If you get it for the right price, it's a good watch, IMO.
I'm getting it for $529. Is that decent. Its down from like 1100 or something. Or should I opt for a seiko instead. They run even cheaper on sale.
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Old 31 March 2009, 06:55 AM   #4
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Seiko's are good as well. I tend to prefer Tag as my backup watch for the price though. They tend to be a bit more avant-garde compared to the other brands. For 529, that's a pretty good deal. Is that with all appropriate boxes/paperwork? Even on discount sites that watch is still above the 800 mark.
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Old 31 March 2009, 07:15 AM   #5
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Seiko's are good as well. I tend to prefer Tag as my backup watch for the price though. They tend to be a bit more avant-garde compared to the other brands. For 529, that's a pretty good deal. Is that with all appropriate boxes/paperwork? Even on discount sites that watch is still above the 800 mark.
I have no idea. Thats what Amazon has listed.
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Old 31 March 2009, 07:27 AM   #6
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It seems reasonable enough. Here is Amazon seller's store online: http://www.jomashop.com/tag-watch-he...1a-ba0850.html
You may want to try to contact them directly and see if you can get even a better deal.
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Old 31 March 2009, 07:36 AM   #7
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It seems reasonable enough. Here is Amazon seller's store online: http://www.jomashop.com/tag-watch-he...1a-ba0850.html
You may want to try to contact them directly and see if you can get even a better deal.
Will do just that. Thanks man!
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Old 31 March 2009, 07:38 AM   #8
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It seems reasonable enough. Here is Amazon seller's store online: http://www.jomashop.com/tag-watch-he...1a-ba0850.html
You may want to try to contact them directly and see if you can get even a better deal.
Oh wow, these guys are located in Manhattan so I just offered to pay cash in person for a decent price. Lets see what happens. I will post and let you guys know.
Thanks!
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Old 31 March 2009, 07:46 AM   #9
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i have an f1. it's been a good performer. just make sure you get at least 30-40% of msrp.
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Old 31 March 2009, 08:19 AM   #10
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At 529 the thing is practically half off msrp.

And good luck, if you can get it for less that would be one heck of a price for that watch. My F1 has been great and I like the weight of it, but that said, I still miss my Sub and can't wait for its return.
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Old 31 March 2009, 10:29 AM   #11
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go for the tag...seems nice...+ a good deal
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Old 31 March 2009, 11:16 PM   #12
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I did walk into a store and checked out the model. Very very nice, however, I want to be smart about spending money, so I'm going to go with a Seiko for now.

However, I have no idea which Seiko to buy ....
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Old 31 March 2009, 11:34 PM   #13
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Ok guys, here is what I've lined up.

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Dress-Bl...505701&sr=1-37

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Alarm-Ch...506107&sr=1-11

What do you guys think? One for dressing up, one for everyday use(the chronograph one)
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Old 31 March 2009, 11:50 PM   #14
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I'd personally go with the chrono. But ultimately you need to pick the one that you like best. I prefer a bracelet to a leather band.
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Old 31 March 2009, 11:52 PM   #15
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I'd personally go with the chrono. But ultimately you need to pick the one that you like best. I prefer a bracelet to a leather band.
No I agree about the bracelet. But if I'm sporting my italian suits, then I would prefer leather strap, thin watch. Plus, I'm thinking of getting 2 under $200 .. now that is a great price for 2??

I'm thinking of adding this one to the cart too:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...X0DER&v=glance
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Old 1 April 2009, 02:00 AM   #16
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Ok, I got the chronograph and the simple one ... i'm very excited. i've never owned a seiko, always been a swatch owner:)
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Old 1 April 2009, 02:36 AM   #17
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Post pics when you get them. And enjoy. I just purchased a couple of Seikos myself and am waiting to receive them. Not having my Rolex has made me buy more watches. Ugh. I don't need more. I just want my Sub back.
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Old 1 April 2009, 03:21 AM   #18
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Post pics when you get them. And enjoy. I just purchased a couple of Seikos myself and am waiting to receive them. Not having my Rolex has made me buy more watches. Ugh. I don't need more. I just want my Sub back.
I don't know how it feels to own a rolex yet, however, I do like buying watches. I'm really really holding myself back from buying the Tag I posted here ....
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Old 1 April 2009, 03:26 AM   #19
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Oh great, I like more watches now:

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Automati...=3ODBUIFWSPEEQ

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Kinetic-...=3ODBUIFWSPEEQ

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Dr...=3ODBUIFWSPEEQ

The Citizen is great.
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That one looks amazing
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I just bought a Seiko too! I like it, its comfortable, heavy and well made, although not as high quality as the rolex....but only 110!
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I just bought a Seiko too! I like it, its comfortable, heavy and well made, although not as high quality as the rolex....but only 110!
Ohh thats what I'm looking for too .. but let me get my first batch, then I'll go for the second kill.
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I did walk into a store and checked out the model. Very very nice, however, I want to be smart about spending money, so I'm going to go with a Seiko for now.

However, I have no idea which Seiko to buy ....
if you drop equal amounts of money, i think you'll come away with more watch if you buy a seiko. that being said, the tag f1 i have is a very well made watch, with an excellent movement and some added touches in the fit and finish department that a seiko just doesn't have.
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What is the general price range for these?
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My son has Formula 1 chrono black dial.It looks great.He is very glad to own it.
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And this is a wrist shot :
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Old 2 April 2009, 10:45 PM   #27
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That is one nice looking watch. I think thats also going for $630 or something on Amazon.
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Old 3 April 2009, 04:46 AM   #28
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Ok guys I got the Tag for $500

http://www.jomashop.com/taghefo1.html

I know I know I was saving up for a Rolex but the Tag price was good enough for me to get it now.
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