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gmaldari · 1 May 2014, 12:26 AM

I had a thread started a while ago ( not sure how to post the link ) but basically I got robbed for a few watches and my dream watch Black Matte Sub...

I need to save up again - in the mean time I was wondering if anyone could give me a recommendation for a dive watch that is nice to wear everyday and that is tough since I am on a boat a lot - my budget is about 1k to 1,500.

wantonebad · 1 May 2014, 12:44 AM

Seiko, Casio are great water-resistant options and are very affordable. I would personally pick one of those over spending more on a Swiss mechanical like Tissot or Oris. If your goal is to save for another Rolex then don't go all out on a 2nd tier mechanical. JMHO

Angrypuppy · 1 May 2014, 12:47 AM

In addition to what Marc recommended I would look at Marathon as well.

SearChart · 1 May 2014, 12:50 AM

Seiko SKX007.

james1787 · 1 May 2014, 12:56 AM

Will insurance possibly cover the theft?

I'd reccommend saving for the one you want.. and I'd reccomend a sub :) Its a great everyday watch.

ltmgeller · 1 May 2014, 12:56 AM

Preowned omega seamaster

vman · 1 May 2014, 01:13 AM

I am sorry about your misfortune. I hope that one day thieves will get what they deserve...

I would look into Marathon. As a matter of fact, there is one on sale right on this forum.

Here is the link to the ad: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=348880

Seikos divers are nice watches and from what I understand, many of today's models are made in Malaysia, not Japan. I am sure some folks may not like that.

Your other best best is to wait for a pre-loved Sub. If you spend $1,500 on a watch right now, it means you have to start saving from scratch.

gmaldari · 1 May 2014, 01:39 AM

thanks for the opinions...

77T · 2 May 2014, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angrypuppy

In addition to what Marc recommended I would look at Marathon as well.

Agree - have had a couple of them and they are good stalwarts.

Also, Ball makes a diver that you can find pre-owned in that budget.

cop414 · 2 May 2014, 09:44 AM

Seiko, Marathon or a used DOXA, any of these would suit your temporary needs I would think.

Dr. Robert · 2 May 2014, 10:03 AM

Seiko SKX173 or SKX007......or maybe a used Seiko MM300 marine master

JohnAndrew · 2 May 2014, 10:32 AM

Sorry to hear.
You might take a look at Halios. They make a good watch for the money:

http://www.ablogtowatch.com/halios-tropik-review/

http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2010/6/...brew-with.html

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f74/hal...73403-215.html

nyyankees · 2 May 2014, 12:01 PM

Used Omega Seamaster Professional

77T · 4 May 2014, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Seiko SKX173 or SKX007......or maybe a used Seiko MM300 marine master

Yep forgot about those. Good ideas...

In fact bidding on a used Seiko auto now (not a diver though)

1 May 2014, 12:26 AM	#1
gmaldari "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: New York Posts: 37	options I had a thread started a while ago ( not sure how to post the link ) but basically I got robbed for a few watches and my dream watch Black Matte Sub... I need to save up again - in the mean time I was wondering if anyone could give me a recommendation for a dive watch that is nice to wear everyday and that is tough since I am on a boat a lot - my budget is about 1k to 1,500.

1 May 2014, 12:44 AM	#2
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Seiko, Casio are great water-resistant options and are very affordable. I would personally pick one of those over spending more on a Swiss mechanical like Tissot or Oris. If your goal is to save for another Rolex then don't go all out on a 2nd tier mechanical. JMHO __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

2 May 2014, 09:44 AM	#10
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,261	Seiko, Marathon or a used DOXA, any of these would suit your temporary needs I would think. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

2 May 2014, 10:03 AM	#11
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,297	Seiko SKX173 or SKX007......or maybe a used Seiko MM300 marine master __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

1 May 2014, 12:47 AM	#3
Angrypuppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: FL390 Posts: 2,376	In addition to what Marc recommended I would look at Marathon as well.

1 May 2014, 12:56 AM	#5
james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	Will insurance possibly cover the theft? I'd reccommend saving for the one you want.. and I'd reccomend a sub :) Its a great everyday watch.

1 May 2014, 12:56 AM	#6
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,591	Preowned omega seamaster

1 May 2014, 01:13 AM	#7
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	I am sorry about your misfortune. I hope that one day thieves will get what they deserve... I would look into Marathon. As a matter of fact, there is one on sale right on this forum. Here is the link to the ad: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=348880 Seikos divers are nice watches and from what I understand, many of today's models are made in Malaysia, not Japan. I am sure some folks may not like that. Your other best best is to wait for a pre-loved Sub. If you spend $1,500 on a watch right now, it means you have to start saving from scratch.

1 May 2014, 01:39 AM	#8
gmaldari "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: New York Posts: 37	thanks for the opinions...

2 May 2014, 10:32 AM	#12
JohnAndrew "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: John Location: Florida Panhandle Watch: 16800, 16803,79170 Posts: 1,427	Sorry to hear. You might take a look at Halios. They make a good watch for the money: http://www.ablogtowatch.com/halios-tropik-review/ http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2010/6/...brew-with.html http://forums.watchuseek.com/f74/hal...73403-215.html

2 May 2014, 12:01 PM	#13
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	Used Omega Seamaster Professional

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