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Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 10:29 AM

Hello everyone,

I am looking to buy a daily beater, sub $10K watch. It would also be nice to wear it at the pool, beach and during the winter as a daily beater.

My current watches are all above $25K and I don't like to wear them carelessly, which is what this watch would be...

I was thinking, 50 fathoms, Sub ( not sure, everyone has one, maybe hulk)....any suggestions would be highly appreciated.

EDIT: It has to have a date comp.

nick c · 30 May 2014, 10:46 AM

How about used Daytona

Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by nick c

How about used Daytona

Sorry, forgot to mention, it has to have a date complication.

mps354 · 30 May 2014, 10:56 AM

I'm currently trying to figure out the same thing...so far I'm leaning toward a 14060

Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by mps354

I'm currently trying to figure out the same thing...so far I'm leaning toward a 14060

I am leaning towards fifty fathoms but I am nowhere close to making up my mind.

srvrf · 30 May 2014, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soly20

Hello everyone,

I am looking to buy a daily beater, sub $10K watch. It would also be nice to wear it at the pool, beach and during the winter as a daily beater.

My current watches are all above $25K and I don't like to wear them carelessly, which is what this watch would be...

I was thinking, 50 fathoms, Sub ( not sure, everyone has one, maybe hulk)....any suggestions would be highly appreciated.

EDIT: It has to have a date comp.

My nice watches are nowhere near your price range, but my "beater" is a Seamaster 300m Chronograph 2225.80. It is a tank and obviously not scared of water. The blue dial really looks great to me and it keeps great time. May be on the low end of your budget, but to me serves the purpose of a "beater."

GB-man · 30 May 2014, 12:15 PM

BP FF is a beautiful piece in person with heritage to boot. Hard to fault you on that choice, but be sure to buy smart as they go way below retail if I recall.

You're on rolexforums so I am going to have to vote Rolex gmt. I wear mine for pretty much anything.

ihavenosn16 · 30 May 2014, 12:30 PM

I like my jlc navy seal diver as a beater. Its 42mm and light weight.

Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tjspark

BP FF is a beautiful piece in person with heritage to boot. Hard to fault you on that choice, but be sure to buy smart as they go way below retail if I recall.

You're on rolexforums so I am going to have to vote Rolex gmt. I wear mine for pretty much anything.

Thanks for your input.
I have a YG GMT. I am not sure I want the same in SS.

Nycturbovr6 · 30 May 2014, 01:03 PM

Hulk

Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 01:03 PM

Now I am thinking maybe PAM 233??? :bang head:

vman · 30 May 2014, 01:05 PM

Have you looked at JLC chronos? They are good casual watches with the complications you require.

Soly20 · 30 May 2014, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by vman

Have you looked at JLC chronos? They are good casual watches with the complications you require.

I have looked, I am just not so sure about JLC sporty watches, I kind of prefer JLC as a dressy watch.

Vipes · 30 May 2014, 01:22 PM

I have the Hulk and it is a good daily beater. How about the new sea dweller?

capote · 30 May 2014, 06:51 PM

Something fun for a summer watch, the new Milgauss blue dial or maybe the Speedmaster 45th anniversary on nato.

McLovin · 30 May 2014, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ihavenosn16

I like my jlc navy seal diver as a beater. Its 42mm and light weight.

nick c · 31 May 2014, 12:16 AM

Now you talking Pam 233 very nice

tinger · 31 May 2014, 01:08 AM

How about a watchco sm300?

SMD · 31 May 2014, 02:16 AM

Polar EXP II, PAM 190 or 232? 233 is a great Luminor option.

hdms · 31 May 2014, 03:59 AM

new sea dweller!!

AK797 · 31 May 2014, 04:32 AM

BP FF is a great choice. Also consider a blue dial Aqua Terra for a stunning watch at a great price. You could probably buy an Exp as well if you get good prices.

Soly20 · 31 May 2014, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

BP FF is a great choice. Also consider a blue dial Aqua Terra for a stunning watch at a great price. You could probably buy an Exp as well if you get good prices.

BP FF seems to be ahead of the others for now. Would it work on a 6' wrist? My AP FC44 seems to work. I wonder PAM 233 would work as well.

I am not an Omega brand fan tbh.

I am going to Orlando on the 22nd of June, so I have some time to decide before I can meet a certain someone there that can get me a good deal.

porschedude · 31 May 2014, 04:47 AM

SubC, black or green!! I love both

improviz · 31 May 2014, 04:58 AM

BFFs are gorgeous but I've heard of lots of issues, they don't appear to be as robust as Rolex/Omega etc...also polished case will show scratches more, shatter hazard on sapphire bezel (though not sure how much "beating" you'll subject it to).

Omega PO in 45mm is nice one, looks great on rubber strap, I've got one that is my official beater, it's a tank. Or the Sub/Sea Dweller, can't go wrong with those...that JLC looks really nice too!

A PAM would also work, again the high polished case will show scratches more, but they really look stellar in sunlight and are pretty versatile.

improviz · 31 May 2014, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Soly20

BP FF seems to be ahead of the others for now. Would it work on a 6' wrist? My AP FC44 seems to work. I wonder PAM 233 would work as well.

I am not an Omega brand fan tbh.

I am going to Orlando on the 22nd of June, so I have some time to decide before I can meet a certain someone there that can get me a good deal.

I think an FF would be a bit on the large side for a 6" wrist, unless it's a very flat wrist, at least the 45mm version.....if you were fortunate enough to track down a 40 mm version it would work..

inzunzar · 31 May 2014, 06:45 AM

I have a FF and love it
As you, I also have a small wrist, it is not a problem because its shape, I do recommend it as a sport daily wear watch.

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subtona · 31 May 2014, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Soly20

Now I am thinking maybe PAM 233??? :bang head:

i like this idea, it fits a nice niche in your collection and is a great and unique all around watch.

or you could just put the nautilus through its paces:)

AK797 · 31 May 2014, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soly20

BP FF seems to be ahead of the others for now. Would it work on a 6' wrist? My AP FC44 seems to work. I wonder PAM 233 would work as well.

Yes, Soly it should work as the BPFF wears smaller than 45mm and very similar and a touch smaller than an SS Diver.

harrjaso · 31 May 2014, 03:05 PM

So many options at that price, good summer watch would have some color. Red sub or maybe a Pepsi or Coke GMT

Sent from an iPhone on a secluded island

Watcheroo · 31 May 2014, 03:41 PM

I have an LVc/hulk and it works perfectly as a go anywhere, do anything watch. Highly recommended for your purposes.

30 May 2014, 10:29 AM	#1
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	Daily Beater/Summer Watch Suggestions Hello everyone, I am looking to buy a daily beater, sub $10K watch. It would also be nice to wear it at the pool, beach and during the winter as a daily beater. My current watches are all above $25K and I don't like to wear them carelessly, which is what this watch would be... I was thinking, 50 fathoms, Sub ( not sure, everyone has one, maybe hulk)....any suggestions would be highly appreciated. EDIT: It has to have a date comp.

30 May 2014, 12:15 PM	#7
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	BP FF is a beautiful piece in person with heritage to boot. Hard to fault you on that choice, but be sure to buy smart as they go way below retail if I recall. You're on rolexforums so I am going to have to vote Rolex gmt. I wear mine for pretty much anything. __________________

31 May 2014, 04:58 AM	#24
improviz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: your step Posts: 2,806	BFFs are gorgeous but I've heard of lots of issues, they don't appear to be as robust as Rolex/Omega etc...also polished case will show scratches more, shatter hazard on sapphire bezel (though not sure how much "beating" you'll subject it to). Omega PO in 45mm is nice one, looks great on rubber strap, I've got one that is my official beater, it's a tank. Or the Sub/Sea Dweller, can't go wrong with those...that JLC looks really nice too! A PAM would also work, again the high polished case will show scratches more, but they really look stellar in sunlight and are pretty versatile. __________________ 116520 white; 16613 black; 116710; 16570 polar; 16600. AP 15400; 15703. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Glashutte Sport Evo GMT. Omega Planet Ocean 2907.50.91; Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LE 222.30.42.20.01.001; Seamaster 2255.80.00. Breitling Crosswind, white. Panerai PAM 005. VC Overseas Chrono, black.

30 May 2014, 10:46 AM	#2
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	How about used Daytona

30 May 2014, 10:56 AM	#4
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,099	I'm currently trying to figure out the same thing...so far I'm leaning toward a 14060

30 May 2014, 12:30 PM	#8
ihavenosn16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: ca Posts: 80	I like my jlc navy seal diver as a beater. Its 42mm and light weight.

30 May 2014, 01:03 PM	#10
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Hulk

30 May 2014, 01:05 PM	#12
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	Have you looked at JLC chronos? They are good casual watches with the complications you require.

30 May 2014, 01:22 PM	#14
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	I have the Hulk and it is a good daily beater. How about the new sea dweller?

30 May 2014, 06:51 PM	#15
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Something fun for a summer watch, the new Milgauss blue dial or maybe the Speedmaster 45th anniversary on nato.

31 May 2014, 12:16 AM	#17
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Now you talking Pam 233 very nice

31 May 2014, 01:08 AM	#18
tinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: weehawken Posts: 847	How about a watchco sm300?

31 May 2014, 02:16 AM	#19
SMD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: SMD Location: LGA/EWR/ORD Watch: AP/PP Posts: 3,701	Polar EXP II, PAM 190 or 232? 233 is a great Luminor option.

31 May 2014, 03:59 AM	#20
hdms "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: canada Posts: 243	new sea dweller!!

31 May 2014, 04:32 AM	#21
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	BP FF is a great choice. Also consider a blue dial Aqua Terra for a stunning watch at a great price. You could probably buy an Exp as well if you get good prices.

31 May 2014, 04:47 AM	#23
porschedude "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: 116610LV Posts: 1,207	SubC, black or green!! I love both

31 May 2014, 06:45 AM	#26
inzunzar "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Mexico Posts: 154	I have a FF and love it As you, I also have a small wrist, it is not a problem because its shape, I do recommend it as a sport daily wear watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 May 2014, 03:05 PM	#29
harrjaso Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Jason Location: Hawaii, US Watch: Daytona 6263 Posts: 537	So many options at that price, good summer watch would have some color. Red sub or maybe a Pepsi or Coke GMT Sent from an iPhone on a secluded island

31 May 2014, 03:41 PM	#30
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,927	I have an LVc/hulk and it works perfectly as a go anywhere, do anything watch. Highly recommended for your purposes.

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