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T-Rip · 20 January 2012, 11:46 AM

A friend of mine is looking for the "best" possible watch for under $400 shipped. Non digital. He prefers it to be on a rubber strap. 40mm or larger...

If such a watch exists please let me know.

Thanks.

Rsvrider · 20 January 2012, 11:58 AM

Noah Fuller UDT Froggie Tsunami (Ltd Ed hard to find but well worth it, custom watch)
Boschett Cave Dweller (very nice solid watch)
Bombfrog BT 25 Tactical Diver Watch (German assembled with trusted Seiko mov)

You could always suggest the trusted Luminox Navy Seal

"The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday"

Mar122 · 20 January 2012, 12:12 PM

Seiko SKX007 or SKX173. Best for the money

salem65 · 20 January 2012, 12:26 PM

I have seen a lot of vintage Omega Seamasters out there in the $400-$450 range. He could probably get one for under 4. They are a great timepiece to own.

oneillba · 20 January 2012, 12:32 PM

I second the Luminox Navy Seal watch.

tkc324 · 20 January 2012, 12:34 PM

Second the vintage Omegas... or he can buy most Invictas under 400.

TuonoRider · 20 January 2012, 01:13 PM

Isn't the Hamilton Khaki Field watch right around 400? Actually, it might push towards 5.

That'd be an auto w/ ETA movement - great value for the coin...

Baco Noir · 20 January 2012, 02:38 PM

For dress I say vintage Omega, but for sport Seiko Monster - he can get an orange and black for under $400!

Trandy · 20 January 2012, 02:47 PM

Some ideas....you can also put a nice rubber strap on any of these:

Modded Seiko 007.....here's what I had done to mine:

Seiko SRP043K1 (Spork) - Sells new for about $350.00 - A hefty, very accurate watch with a Sinn-style dial...I dressed it up with a waterproof Di Modell Chronissimo leather strap:

A Seiko/Yobokies "Fifty-Five Fathoms" mod....well under $400.00:

Bmonroy17 · 20 January 2012, 03:52 PM

What about Magrette watches, good value for the money.

http://magrette.com/index.php

experimentjon · 20 January 2012, 04:25 PM

+1 for all of Trandy's recommendations. I love the Seiko Spork and Seiko 007. Those are two of my favorites under $400. Even have some money left over for modding with those.

Another good one is a pre-owned Steinhart Ocean 1 variety in 42mm. Add a few bucks for a 22mm rubber strap of his choice. Best bang-for-the-buck Sub/GMT homage on the market, IMO.

kermit · 20 January 2012, 04:50 PM

G-Shock ( all the watch you need !!! )

Starwalker · 20 January 2012, 09:54 PM

Swatch!

jwalther · 20 January 2012, 09:58 PM

Something used from MKII or Precista.

Maxfli · 20 January 2012, 11:15 PM

If by "non-digital" you mean a mechanical movement, you're looking at brands such as Seiko, Citizen, Orient, Bernhardt, Hamilton, Victorinox and a handful of others I can't recall at the moment (my advice would be to stay away from Invicta).

If by "non-digital" you simply mean a traditional analog dial, that opens up a bunch of quartz powered options, several of which have already been mentioned, and I would add Christopher Ward to that list.

FeelingTheBlues · 21 January 2012, 03:23 AM

Three brands came in my mind when I read your post.

- Seiko
- Citizen
- Bulova

They aren't what I will call deluxe but they are very good, beautiful and, in my opinion at least, tough. You can find some with rubber bands but otherwise I'm sure you can find a separate one for almost nothing.

TheShadow27 · 22 January 2012, 07:53 AM

G-Shock GW3000 series...I just picked up the gw3000bb as a back up to my sub-c.

http://www.gshock.com/products/index...F-A35D2F161709

OrangeCrate · 22 January 2012, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheShadow27

G-Shock GW3000 series...I just picked up the gw3000bb as a back up to my sub-c.

http://www.gshock.com/products/index...F-A35D2F161709

This, or any other G-Shock.

Saxon007 · 23 January 2012, 01:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrangeCrate

This, or any other G-Shock.

Everyone suggesting G-Shock is overlooking the "non-digital" requirement. Or am I missing something?

EDIT: I guess I am missing something, I didn't realize they made analog dial G-Shocks.

GradyPhilpott · 23 January 2012, 02:30 AM

I would say Seiko, Orient, or Citizen.

OrangeCrate · 25 January 2012, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saxon007

Everyone suggesting G-Shock is overlooking the "non-digital" requirement. Or am I missing something?

EDIT: I guess I am missing something, I didn't realize they made analog dial G-Shocks.

They have for a long time. A friend of mine has one similar to this:

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G101-1-G...443967&sr=8-12

Also, though not a G-Shock, I just saw this one (or close to it) at Costco, for about the same price. it would be a nice backup watch for the beach, hiking, camping, etc.

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-AMW320R-...7443083&sr=8-1

20 January 2012, 11:46 AM	#1
T-Rip "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Victorville CA Watch: Rolex DSSD 116660 Posts: 3,189	Best watch for under $400 A friend of mine is looking for the "best" possible watch for under $400 shipped. Non digital. He prefers it to be on a rubber strap. 40mm or larger... If such a watch exists please let me know. Thanks. __________________ T-Rip Formally known as Haydendillon Rolex: DSSD 116660, 16622 PLATTY

20 January 2012, 11:58 AM	#2
Rsvrider "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Dallas TX Watch: It cming frm above Posts: 807	Noah Fuller UDT Froggie Tsunami (Ltd Ed hard to find but well worth it, custom watch) Boschett Cave Dweller (very nice solid watch) Bombfrog BT 25 Tactical Diver Watch (German assembled with trusted Seiko mov) You could always suggest the trusted Luminox Navy Seal "The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday" Attached Images

20 January 2012, 12:26 PM	#4
salem65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Watch: JS Watch co. 101 Posts: 1,395	I have seen a lot of vintage Omega Seamasters out there in the $400-$450 range. He could probably get one for under 4. They are a great timepiece to own. __________________ JS Watch 101 ▪ Grand Seiko SBGX061 ▪ Breitling A17364

20 January 2012, 12:32 PM	#5
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	I second the Luminox Navy Seal watch. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

20 January 2012, 03:52 PM	#10
Bmonroy17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: So-Cal Watch: your SIX Posts: 277	What about Magrette watches, good value for the money. http://magrette.com/index.php __________________

20 January 2012, 12:12 PM	#3
Mar122 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: USA Posts: 373	Seiko SKX007 or SKX173. Best for the money

20 January 2012, 12:34 PM	#6
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Second the vintage Omegas... or he can buy most Invictas under 400.

20 January 2012, 01:13 PM	#7
TuonoRider "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: John Location: Lancaster Co., PA Watch: Omega Speedmaster Posts: 268	Isn't the Hamilton Khaki Field watch right around 400? Actually, it might push towards 5. That'd be an auto w/ ETA movement - great value for the coin...

20 January 2012, 02:38 PM	#8
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,973	For dress I say vintage Omega, but for sport Seiko Monster - he can get an orange and black for under $400!

20 January 2012, 02:47 PM	#9
Trandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: CONUS Posts: 138	Some ideas....you can also put a nice rubber strap on any of these: Modded Seiko 007.....here's what I had done to mine: Seiko SRP043K1 (Spork) - Sells new for about $350.00 - A hefty, very accurate watch with a Sinn-style dial...I dressed it up with a waterproof Di Modell Chronissimo leather strap: A Seiko/Yobokies "Fifty-Five Fathoms" mod....well under $400.00:

20 January 2012, 04:25 PM	#11
experimentjon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Honolulu Posts: 292	+1 for all of Trandy's recommendations. I love the Seiko Spork and Seiko 007. Those are two of my favorites under $400. Even have some money left over for modding with those. Another good one is a pre-owned Steinhart Ocean 1 variety in 42mm. Add a few bucks for a 22mm rubber strap of his choice. Best bang-for-the-buck Sub/GMT homage on the market, IMO.

20 January 2012, 04:50 PM	#12
kermit Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: london uk Posts: 31	G-Shock ( all the watch you need !!! )

20 January 2012, 09:54 PM	#13
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	Swatch! __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

20 January 2012, 09:58 PM	#14
jwalther "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lexington Posts: 459	Something used from MKII or Precista. __________________ Grand Seiko SBGR051

20 January 2012, 11:15 PM	#15
Maxfli "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: U.S. Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 573	If by "non-digital" you mean a mechanical movement, you're looking at brands such as Seiko, Citizen, Orient, Bernhardt, Hamilton, Victorinox and a handful of others I can't recall at the moment (my advice would be to stay away from Invicta). If by "non-digital" you simply mean a traditional analog dial, that opens up a bunch of quartz powered options, several of which have already been mentioned, and I would add Christopher Ward to that list. __________________ ~ TRF MEMBER 38,553 ~

21 January 2012, 03:23 AM	#16
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Three brands came in my mind when I read your post. - Seiko - Citizen - Bulova They aren't what I will call deluxe but they are very good, beautiful and, in my opinion at least, tough. You can find some with rubber bands but otherwise I'm sure you can find a separate one for almost nothing. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

22 January 2012, 07:53 AM	#17
TheShadow27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 1	G-Shock GW3000 series...I just picked up the gw3000bb as a back up to my sub-c. http://www.gshock.com/products/index...F-A35D2F161709

23 January 2012, 02:30 AM	#20
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I would say Seiko, Orient, or Citizen. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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