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Old 23 July 2022, 03:00 AM   #1
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Icon1 These Rolex Alternatives Prove That Great Watches Can be Cheap

Rolex inspired travel watch alternatives.


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Old 23 July 2022, 03:20 AM   #2
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Completely agree! I've purchased several microbrand watches recently, each for $500 or less. They're in rotation with my Rolexes.





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Old 24 July 2022, 12:26 AM   #3
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Nice watches. Not Rolex level. Or IWC, JLC, PP, etc. Generally, you get what you pay for. Sorry to be a sourpuss.
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Old 24 July 2022, 10:58 AM   #4
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Wow were those terrible alternatives to Rolex but fine watches for what they are supposed to be. Some inexpensive watches are great and some are …..interesting?
Paid $550. Meteorite dial, titanium case and bracelet, eta movement
I’m sure I overpaid or I’m sure I’m not impressed. Should of bought a $550 seiko



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Old 24 July 2022, 11:04 AM   #5
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While I wait for delivery of the Phantasos Triclops, here's some fun reasonably-priced pieces I love.

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Old 24 July 2022, 11:12 AM   #6
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I love cheap watches mixed in with my fancy ones. Great thread.

FWIW it keeps me grounded knowing my cheap watches keep better time.
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Old 25 July 2022, 01:21 PM   #7
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I have the Timex Hodinkee Waterbury, too.

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While I wait for delivery of the Phantasos Triclops, here's some fun reasonably-priced pieces I love.

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That is a keeper!
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