A Daily 'Beater' Advice sought...

[JRT]

Tudor Pelagos blue is a good choice for you.

[WJGESQ]

Seems like a job for the Sub.

[al128]

Originally Posted by Ferdelious

Tudor Black Black Bay.

ohh ... the black black bay is back

[Smarties]

Pelagos seems to be a good idea!

[blue lion]

I banged my 16710 GMT off numerous chairs this past week at work. It can handle that and much more. Get what you want and enjoy.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

to me any rolex watch will fulfill your requirements with no worries otherwise ya need a g-shock

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[subking86]

Originally Posted by jtb5003

pic with hodinkee strap

Congrats on finding what you were looking for! That will definitely fit the bill.

[Scapegoat]

SubC no date

[NeedlessKane]

My vote goes for a 14060 Sub, two liner with the head only. Wear it on a NATO and never think twice about it. Another pick would be the Exp II 16570, head only to wear on a NATO. Both are fabulous.

If you really wanted to go cheap - then get a Seiko 007 diver. Tough as nails and awesome.


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[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Get a Tudor

Agreed...especially if you're going to be worried about every single knock or scratch. And may I suggest the Pelagos...tremendous bang for the buck.

[Spartacus]

I would wear your DSSD. Life is short, enjoy your watches.

[solo-act]

There are a plethora of options in the "black bay" price range. Sounds like you're about to take a fun but lengthy journey through the watch world. Good luck.

Personally, IMO black bay is good, Sinn has a variety of tough tool watches a bit below that range with cool combos of synth lube and Argone gas that can increase performance and longevity. There are hardened titanium cases, hardened submarine steel cases, oil filled dials...a lot of fun options for pieces you can abuse the hell out of without losing a couple thousand in value in the process. Heck, you can find many of them used for around a couple thousand.

[Ragna]

Originally Posted by HobokenRolex

Explorer I 36 mm

Its kind of a consensus among a lot of watch enthusiasts that smaller pieces do get less damaged over time.

So explorer i 36mm. It fits the budget. No rotating bezel. Just plain hardcore Rolex.

[maximaxi]

G-shock, any of the sub or most Rolex would serve fine

[boost2perfection]

Sub C Date for daily just don't wear it into the blue lagoon in Iceland

[airchitect]

Spend 200 and get a seiko diver. Throw it on a strap and never worry about it again.

[gummy]

Sub always a good fit...but as others have said ExpII -

Now choose your flavor Black Dial or White Dial.

[Juantxo]

Steel 36mm DJ, best daily beater ever.

[Daycruiser]

Originally Posted by jtb5003

Therefore, a new or non vintage 'beater' suggestions? A watch that can take a beating without me losing sleep over every scratch and drop (and yes, that happens on numerous occasions....)

Thanks in advance!

Well it really depends on the size you are looking for. Personally I would recommend the DSSD D blue, which is my daily beater, the lumes stay bright all through the night, it is highly durable and looks fantastic.

If you are looking at a lower price point then any submariner or explorer 2 will do the trick. If you are used to vintage pieces I would guess that you prefer your watches to be around 40mm in diameter, so the above 2 fits the bill.

If you travel quite a bit then the BLNR is unbeatable.

If you are in the scientific field then of course the Milgauss should be the choice.

So let us know a little bit more about your lifestyle and profession and we can start narrowing it down.

[Mfrankel2]

def an exp ii. To me those look better and better the more "patina" they grow

[amh]

I've relegated my Pelagos to 'beater' duty. It didn't cost me that much to begin with so I don't mind the scratches. If/when it comes time for service, I will skip the RSC and use an independent shop.

From the modern Rolex lineup, I'd have to go with an EXP II. The ceramic bezel models have evolved past the "tool watch" scenario. The classic aluminum bezel models would be fine beaters - can't wait to get one!

[Mr Cosmograph]

I agree a 1460 Sub on a nato strap is a great choice.

[AgentHsu]

You can get a 14060 for around $4,500. Or a tudor black bay.

How about a speedmaster?

[avilhena]

This one is my newest acquisition and I think it makes a pretty sweet daily

[phil40000]

Got to echo the Explorer 2 vibe (40mm). After much thought I bought a 2007 polar model and wear it almost every day for work etc. It's practical, discreet and still has presence. They are also fantastic value currently.

In the UK the same age GMT (non ceramic) are doing £6k plus and apart from the bezel they are pretty much the same piece. Ex2's are nearly half the price.

I love mine:




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