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Hi. Hoping to spark some thought and get some guidance. I have 2 Rolexes. No plans to change or sell, so here’s the question- I want to extend my watch collection. I don’t have the money to allow to extend the Rolex collection so here’s the brief:
- I want to add 2-3 watches, under £1k each, to provide some variety. - Rolexes are a Datejust 2 and a deepsea. - I’d like them to include a field watch. - they must be automatic - ideally, they’ll be the ‘if you know, you know’ types/brands Currently I have 2 in mind. A Hamilton Khaki Field King, and a Tissot PRX. What do you think? Any other brands or models? Grateful for any help and hopefully spark some discussion Thanks ![]() |
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Ideas I'll share:
Have you seen the new Tissot Sideral? Totally cool sports watch made from forged carbon in some splashy colors. My pick would be red. There are yellow and blue, too. ![]() My field watch is a Hamilton, but I went with the Khaki Mechanical with the hand-wound caliber in the 38mm case. The fit and comfort are unmatched and I love it, especially on this Shell Cordovan strap: ![]() The following suggestions will be pre-owned and require some keen hunting skill, but that's more than half the fun: 1) 1960s Omega Constellation. I don't have photos of the one I used to wear, but you can find images. I would look for one from the late '60s with a pie pan dial and preferably Caliber 561. 2) Something from Nomos, preferably a Ludwig or a Tangente in the classic 35mm size with Caliber Alpha (you'll enjoy winding it ![]() ![]() 3) Here's another Hamilton I used to wear, the Intra-Matic Chronograph. A pre-owned example should come in right at your stated budget. Ford vs Ferrari kind of cool ![]() ![]() |
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Personally, I’d get one. And I might use the funds for 2 to get that one. My general view is that my less expensive watches are novelties, and I go back to the nicer ones and the others sit in the box. So I guess I’d save and not expand and wait to get something on the same level as your Rolex watches—and get a g shock if you have an itch.
That said, I do like the Tudor Ranger (which I know people don’t like and is a bit more than than the combined 2 watch budget) on a nato or the strap. I’d also consider Christopher Ward Twelve, but that may not fit your “well known” as much. |
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Seiko 5 has a lovely field watch dial; there's always the Alpinist. Great indestructible GADA beaters.
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Some great options from Hamilton, Tissot and Seiko.
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This ......... plus Baltic and as you are in the UK have a look at Certina. Based on your Rolex, I'd possible look at a GMT and a Chronograph to widen your collection. For the latter the Hamilton Intra-Matic as shown above in the thread, is a great option..
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Id get a Brew Metric and a Studio Underdog Or under 2k you can get an Atowak or Raketa (famous russian brand) Also while company is no longer around you can find it on ebay a Dietrich OT for your price range |
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Raketa, Brew Metric, Dietrich OT 1 and Studio Underdog photos
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I know someone with the hamilton field and the Tissot prx and they love them. So, seems like great choices.
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I would get a used omega automatic chronometer. Many types to choose from. Much better quality than a new watch for 1k or less. Omegas are nice also because the service cost is cheap because parts are readily available.
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Lots of great recommendations here. Your inclinations toward the Tissot PRX and the Hamilton Khaki Field might be spot on and provide some fun and variety for not a lot of money. Both punch way above their price-points and are fun pieces. While I personally don't like integrated bracelet watches, if I did, I'd get a PRX. I have the Hamilton Mechanical pictured, but the new Field Expedition with the compass bezel might be more up your alley and bring something new to the collection. I will say that I don't wear my Khaki much because my Tudor Ranger 39mm on bracelet is my field watch of choice these days. I wear it a lot more than my Explorer 39mm and the quality isn't too far off, so that could be a legitimate contender if you up the budget. I also like the Tissot Sideral, the Hamilton Chronograph, and the Nomos Ludwig pictured. (If you're looking for a dress watch, Longines makes some high quality, great looking pieces that are a tremendous value.) Have fun and enjoy the journey.
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Two models that I love and happily wear a lot that make me smile as much as my holy trinity stuff.
The Seagull 1963 chronograph with the acrylic crystal in 38mm. Bought this as a memory of my first deal signed in China. ![]() My Mr Jones “A perfectly useless afternoon”. A reminder to take things a bit more relaxed every once in a while. ![]() |
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