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seanthome · 8 July 2011, 08:32 AM

Looking to get another watch, but don't want to spend more than a thousand on it. Other than like a Tag or Swiss, don't really know who to look at for a watch in the $500-$1000 range.

Any suggestions?

Kapture1 · 8 July 2011, 08:35 AM

I've seen used Omega in that price range...

Almost bought a Sea Master for 1300.00 used.

subtona · 8 July 2011, 08:36 AM

seiko

Gretsch · 8 July 2011, 09:54 AM

Marathon

SaddleSC · 8 July 2011, 03:03 PM

Marathon is my recommendation. The quality is top notch (especially on the bracelet), it has a cool history and you will rarely see another one when you are out and about.

toph · 8 July 2011, 03:04 PM

SAS have a look at saswatchco.com. i have one and it is awesome

britincali · 8 July 2011, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

seiko

x2

For the money nothing comes close IMO.

Mockingbird · 10 July 2011, 09:30 PM

Seiko, not even a question. Seiko delivers quality in that price-range like no other brand will ever.

gregory estero · 10 July 2011, 10:15 PM

Take a look at Orient or Sandoz.

travisb · 11 July 2011, 12:22 AM

Mr. K · 12 July 2011, 01:01 AM

Citizen

vukotab · 12 July 2011, 01:34 AM

For half of that amount you can get Seiko Sumo, a watch of extreme quality, that gives you feeling and performance of much, much more expensive watch.
And, unlike Seiko Monster (best buy EVER, IMHO, remarkable watch with great looks and awesome bracelet), Sumo offers you more advanced movement, 6r15, with hand winding and hacking capability.
A winner in my book!

I would also check out Longines Hydroconquest automatic and Marathon.

Frogman4me · 12 July 2011, 03:33 AM

Seiko Sumo for modern, Seiko 6105 or 6217 for vintage (Likely right around or above 1K for quality original example)

seanthome · 12 July 2011, 03:40 AM

Seems Seiko is a pretty popular brand. I never really thought of them because I had been so used to seeing their watches in the mid range department stores, and had generally associated them with being a more mid level brand. Like Timex. Nice and affordable, but not really high end. Will have to give them a deeper look, but still thinking I want a name brand a little higher end. And the Sumo looks too similar to the Sub.

BH13GMT · 12 July 2011, 04:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seanthome

Seems Seiko is a pretty popular brand. I never really thought of them because I had been so used to seeing their watches in the mid range department stores, and had generally associated them with being a more mid level brand. Like Timex. Nice and affordable, but not really high end. Will have to give them a deeper look, but still thinking I want a name brand a little higher end. And the Sumo looks too similar to the Sub.

Seiko Automatic's are serveral times as expensive as the department store quartz examples. My Seiko Diver has amazing bang for your buck.
Also look at Hamilton, Sinn, Korsbek, zixen and Oris. All offer a good automatic beater for around a grand.

mjm800 · 12 July 2011, 04:35 AM

I've always like Swiss Army watches. You can get a really nice on in the 500 - 1000 range.

stockae92 · 12 July 2011, 05:26 AM

Casio G-Shock and Pathfinder, $1k will get you started with a nice mini collection :-)

h999r · 12 July 2011, 06:22 AM

Plus 1

gkanga · 12 July 2011, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

Marathon is my recommendation. The quality is top notch (especially on the bracelet), it has a cool history and you will rarely see another one when you are out and about.

Yep.. Marathon GSAR with a bracelet.

Maxtor · 12 July 2011, 01:32 PM

Depends what you want it for and what the other watches in your drawer are.

I have some nicer watches but didn't really want to wear them where they might get banged up. Decided to order a Seiko Monster from Yobokies with some mods to make it look more interesting. I should have it in a couple weeks. You could get one from Harold for under $250 if you were just looking for a hands and dial change from stock.

If you are looking for an interesting diver you might check out the Helios Laguna (around $700 I think).

J72 · 12 July 2011, 01:53 PM

Marathon SAR!

Dripp · 12 July 2011, 07:53 PM

If you're looking for something less sporty, I recommend Stowa. Great little german watch company and simply beautiful watches. I owned a couple before they had to go to fund my rolex.

http://www.stowa.de/lshop,shopstart,...-9916,,,,,.htm

Tk52174 · 16 July 2011, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stockae92

Casio G-Shock and Pathfinder, $1k will get you started with a nice mini collection :-)

G-shock is the only watch I'll buy beside my other swiss automatic watches.

blackmsport · 16 July 2011, 01:31 PM

Tossot prs516 valjoux 7750

chestercopperpot · 18 July 2011, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dripp

If you're looking for something less sporty, I recommend Stowa. Great little german watch company and simply beautiful watches. I owned a couple before they had to go to fund my rolex.

http://www.stowa.de/lshop,shopstart,...-9916,,,,,.htm

great watch company! i love stowa, they make nice big pilot watches too.

wokafu · 18 July 2011, 04:01 PM

i'll go for MARATHON..

Nairn1980 · 18 July 2011, 06:03 PM

take a trip to Orlando and visit the TAG Heuer outlet in Lake Buena Vista.
They do great deals and we have bought TAG models before at massively reduced prices, sometimes under $1,000

Thats my advice :)

TSW · 18 July 2011, 06:16 PM

Another one for Marathon

seanthome · 19 July 2011, 07:13 AM

I looked at Marathon's site, and they do have some nice looking watches. Although a bit bulky looking. But I have a Sub, so I want a watch with a different look than a black face and bezel.

SLRdude · 19 July 2011, 07:52 AM

Hamilton Jazzmaster and you will still have enough money for a few straps!

Here is the one I used to have, and I regret selling it.

8 July 2011, 08:32 AM	#1
seanthome "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 67	Best watch under $1,000 (US). Looking to get another watch, but don't want to spend more than a thousand on it. Other than like a Tag or Swiss, don't really know who to look at for a watch in the $500-$1000 range. Any suggestions?

8 July 2011, 08:35 AM	#2
Kapture1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Matt Location: Flint, MI Watch: Ω 3570.50.00 Posts: 2,058	I've seen used Omega in that price range... Almost bought a Sea Master for 1300.00 used. __________________ Miss you JJ Wash out this tired notion that the best is yet to come

8 July 2011, 08:36 AM	#3
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	seiko __________________

8 July 2011, 03:03 PM	#5
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	Marathon is my recommendation. The quality is top notch (especially on the bracelet), it has a cool history and you will rarely see another one when you are out and about. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

8 July 2011, 03:04 PM	#6
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	SAS have a look at saswatchco.com. i have one and it is awesome __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

8 July 2011, 09:54 AM	#4
Gretsch Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Colorado Watch: SubC LV & 16600 Posts: 229	Marathon

10 July 2011, 09:30 PM	#8
Mockingbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: -- Posts: 2,097	Seiko, not even a question. Seiko delivers quality in that price-range like no other brand will ever.

10 July 2011, 10:15 PM	#9
gregory estero Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Gregory Location: Estero, Fl. Watch: SS Black Sub Posts: 28	Take a look at Orient or Sandoz.

11 July 2011, 12:22 AM	#10
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Mkii..

12 July 2011, 01:01 AM	#11
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	Citizen

12 July 2011, 01:34 AM	#12
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	For half of that amount you can get Seiko Sumo, a watch of extreme quality, that gives you feeling and performance of much, much more expensive watch. And, unlike Seiko Monster (best buy EVER, IMHO, remarkable watch with great looks and awesome bracelet), Sumo offers you more advanced movement, 6r15, with hand winding and hacking capability. A winner in my book! I would also check out Longines Hydroconquest automatic and Marathon. __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

12 July 2011, 03:33 AM	#13
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Seiko Sumo for modern, Seiko 6105 or 6217 for vintage (Likely right around or above 1K for quality original example)

12 July 2011, 03:40 AM	#14
seanthome "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 67	Seems Seiko is a pretty popular brand. I never really thought of them because I had been so used to seeing their watches in the mid range department stores, and had generally associated them with being a more mid level brand. Like Timex. Nice and affordable, but not really high end. Will have to give them a deeper look, but still thinking I want a name brand a little higher end. And the Sumo looks too similar to the Sub.

12 July 2011, 04:35 AM	#16
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	I've always like Swiss Army watches. You can get a really nice on in the 500 - 1000 range. __________________

12 July 2011, 05:26 AM	#17
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,964	Casio G-Shock and Pathfinder, $1k will get you started with a nice mini collection :-)

12 July 2011, 06:22 AM	#18
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	Plus 1

12 July 2011, 01:32 PM	#20
Maxtor 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,472	Depends what you want it for and what the other watches in your drawer are. I have some nicer watches but didn't really want to wear them where they might get banged up. Decided to order a Seiko Monster from Yobokies with some mods to make it look more interesting. I should have it in a couple weeks. You could get one from Harold for under $250 if you were just looking for a hands and dial change from stock. If you are looking for an interesting diver you might check out the Helios Laguna (around $700 I think).

12 July 2011, 01:53 PM	#21
J72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jason G Location: Bayarea, Cali Watch: Gmt Master ll C Posts: 62	Marathon SAR! Attached Images

12 July 2011, 07:53 PM	#22
Dripp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cincinnati Watch: 16520 Daytona Posts: 129	If you're looking for something less sporty, I recommend Stowa. Great little german watch company and simply beautiful watches. I owned a couple before they had to go to fund my rolex. http://www.stowa.de/lshop,shopstart,...-9916,,,,,.htm

16 July 2011, 01:31 PM	#24
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	Tossot prs516 valjoux 7750

18 July 2011, 04:01 PM	#26
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	i'll go for MARATHON..

18 July 2011, 06:03 PM	#27
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	take a trip to Orlando and visit the TAG Heuer outlet in Lake Buena Vista. They do great deals and we have bought TAG models before at massively reduced prices, sometimes under $1,000 Thats my advice :)

18 July 2011, 06:16 PM	#28
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Another one for Marathon __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

19 July 2011, 07:13 AM	#29
seanthome "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 67	I looked at Marathon's site, and they do have some nice looking watches. Although a bit bulky looking. But I have a Sub, so I want a watch with a different look than a black face and bezel.

19 July 2011, 07:52 AM	#30
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	Hamilton Jazzmaster and you will still have enough money for a few straps! Here is the one I used to have, and I regret selling it. __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

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