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Kanger · 10 May 2010, 05:51 AM

say the price limit is $1,000, preferably Swiss made, though Japanese is great also. Hopefully an automatic, COSC or not. I would just really love to hear what people have to say. Thanks

Mike B · 10 May 2010, 05:55 AM

Should be in the General watch section (no WAY you're gonna find a Rolex for around $1,000 lol).
I highly recommend a Seiko. My Black Monster cost me $240 WITH tax (lol) and I LOVE my Monster. VERY good quality, keeps great time, very durable, and has not left my wrist for almost 4 months.
For + or - $200USD, you get
- GREAT lume
- fantastic build quality
- a diver extension on bracelet models
- date and day
- automatic movement
- a BIG smile !!
So, again I recommend a Seiko Monster !!
Good luck with your search !
Mike

nickriebe · 10 May 2010, 05:56 AM

You can get a lot of nice "Beaters" under a thousand... what style are you looking for? I have my Orange Monster for a beater and love it!

Addisonz123 · 10 May 2010, 06:10 AM

Seiko Mini monster for me. once again an amazing watch.

SLA · 10 May 2010, 06:13 AM

Seiko Divers 200m automatic has a classic look, around $250.

Dan Pierce · 10 May 2010, 06:20 AM

About $700.00 w/ bracelet.

dP

SUBlime · 10 May 2010, 06:27 AM

I've got two Ocean 7 LM6's and really like them both (orange and black faces). ETA 2834 movement, sapphire crystal, 500m depth rating and, at $600, well below your $1,000 threshold.

Jocke · 10 May 2010, 06:30 AM

Just get yourself a DJ 1601, that works great for me.

acce1999 · 10 May 2010, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Just get yourself a DJ 1601, that works great for me.

That's a good idea, or an Air-King 5500.

Speed · 10 May 2010, 06:40 AM

Orange Monster ( or Black) - automatic...< $200 USD

You cannot manually wind it. So you have to wear it!

NavitimerNut · 10 May 2010, 06:45 AM

How 'bout a Rado

nickriebe · 10 May 2010, 06:47 AM

HA HA!!! JJ will get you for that!

nickriebe · 10 May 2010, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Just get yourself a DJ 1601, that works great for me.

Ever thought of "at least" replacing the crystal? maybe you could see what time it is...

Love it though!

Dr. Robert · 10 May 2010, 06:50 AM

the evergreen Seiko SKX007 or SKX173, a dive watch style. Well priced, runs well, very sturdy.

Jocke · 10 May 2010, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by nickriebe

Ever thought of "at least" replacing the crystal? maybe you could see what time it is...

Love it though!

I have done that today.

NavitimerNut · 10 May 2010, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I have done that today.

Looks like a brand new watch

! Now don't put a scratch on it

DRAWTOOL · 10 May 2010, 07:25 AM

Admitidly Hedeous you might try a MK-II 3916 for about $700.

nickriebe · 10 May 2010, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I have done that today.

That looks incredible! and i love your photo skills as well

Yazo · 10 May 2010, 07:45 AM

I'd add 500 - 800 bucks to that 1k and grab an Air King

sunburst · 10 May 2010, 08:57 AM

Since you've mentioned the limit of $1K, I've made selection to high side of the limit

Marathon SAR - $600 new with rubber strap, $800 new with bracelet (maybe difficult to get new)

Seiko SBDC00X "SUMO" - $600 New

lorsban · 10 May 2010, 11:07 AM

For a bit more money you could get a Breitling Colt or Superocean. If you want something cheaper, Seiko is what you should be looking into or a Marathon if you could get your hands on one.

gpateesq · 10 May 2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I have done that today.

Jocke, the watch looks fantastic! I'm drooling over my keyboard!

Greg

Psmith · 10 May 2010, 12:16 PM

Fortis and Oris

Cheers

Deyn Man · 10 May 2010, 04:41 PM

Stowa and get the COSC option

there are a few gorgeous Sinn models below a grand too!

greekbum · 10 May 2010, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by kanger

say the price limit is $1,000, preferably Swiss made, though Japanese is great also. Hopefully an automatic, COSC or not. I would just really love to hear what people have to say. Thanks

I just bought a Sinn for my beach beater and it is way better than I had ever thought.If you look you can find 1 a little over your 1k limit.
The Marathon Sars are nice but IMHO the bezel inserts are junk and 1 of the main problems I had with several that I owned.

TheDude · 10 May 2010, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DRAWTOOL

Admitidly Hedeous you might try a MK-II 3916 for about $700.

I agree. There are a bunch of MkII offerings for under $1000.

This is my Vantage (3916)

MkII has two Blancpain 50 Fathoms homages. One is the old design, the other is the one from the 70s...

There used to be a Benrus homage called the "Blackwater" that was very low priced. The replacement is an upgraded model, the Paradive.

It has a bunch of great features and is a bit over $1K.

10 May 2010, 05:51 AM	#1
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	Recommend a nice beater say the price limit is $1,000, preferably Swiss made, though Japanese is great also. Hopefully an automatic, COSC or not. I would just really love to hear what people have to say. Thanks

10 May 2010, 05:56 AM	#3
nickriebe "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Nick Location: 3026'23N 8638'41W Watch: out for pirates! Posts: 692	You can get a lot of nice "Beaters" under a thousand... what style are you looking for? I have my Orange Monster for a beater and love it! __________________ ~Nick Riebe~ Last edited by nickriebe; 10 May 2010 at 05:57 AM.. Reason: comment

10 May 2010, 06:30 AM	#8
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Just get yourself a DJ 1601, that works great for me. __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

10 May 2010, 06:47 AM	#12
nickriebe "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Nick Location: 3026'23N 8638'41W Watch: out for pirates! Posts: 692	HA HA!!! JJ will get you for that! __________________ ~Nick Riebe~

10 May 2010, 06:50 AM	#14
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 63,975	the evergreen Seiko SKX007 or SKX173, a dive watch style. Well priced, runs well, very sturdy. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

10 May 2010, 05:55 AM	#2
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	Should be in the General watch section (no WAY you're gonna find a Rolex for around $1,000 lol). I highly recommend a Seiko. My Black Monster cost me $240 WITH tax (lol) and I LOVE my Monster. VERY good quality, keeps great time, very durable, and has not left my wrist for almost 4 months. For + or - $200USD, you get - GREAT lume - fantastic build quality - a diver extension on bracelet models - date and day - automatic movement - a BIG smile !! So, again I recommend a Seiko Monster !! Good luck with your search ! Mike

10 May 2010, 06:10 AM	#4
Addisonz123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 13	Seiko Mini monster for me. once again an amazing watch.

10 May 2010, 06:13 AM	#5
SLA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GMT-8 Watch: 14060M, 116520 Posts: 153	Seiko Divers 200m automatic has a classic look, around $250.

10 May 2010, 06:27 AM	#7
SUBlime Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Falls Church, Va. Watch: 16610 Posts: 42	I've got two Ocean 7 LM6's and really like them both (orange and black faces). ETA 2834 movement, sapphire crystal, 500m depth rating and, at $600, well below your $1,000 threshold.

10 May 2010, 06:40 AM	#10
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Orange Monster ( or Black) - automatic...< $200 USD You cannot manually wind it. So you have to wear it!

10 May 2010, 06:45 AM	#11
NavitimerNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Caleb Location: California Watch: Rolex 1500 Posts: 1,295	How 'bout a Rado

10 May 2010, 07:45 AM	#19
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	I'd add 500 - 800 bucks to that 1k and grab an Air King

10 May 2010, 08:57 AM	#20
sunburst "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Joji Location: KY, So. Cal., NJ Watch: 16800 Posts: 979	Since you've mentioned the limit of $1K, I've made selection to high side of the limit Marathon SAR - $600 new with rubber strap, $800 new with bracelet (maybe difficult to get new) Seiko SBDC00X "SUMO" - $600 New __________________ Rolex Sub 16800 Rolex No Date Sub 114060 Omega Speedmaster Professional Sinn 356 Flieger II, Sinn 556, Sinn ST-140 Marathon SAR, Marathon GSAR

10 May 2010, 11:07 AM	#21
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,199	For a bit more money you could get a Breitling Colt or Superocean. If you want something cheaper, Seiko is what you should be looking into or a Marathon if you could get your hands on one. __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Panerai PAM 312, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date II, Squale 20 Atmos Blue Ray, Concord Impresario Triple Date Chrono Seiko SKX007, Monster Tuna

10 May 2010, 12:16 PM	#23
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Fortis and Oris Cheers __________________

10 May 2010, 04:41 PM	#24
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	Stowa and get the COSC option there are a few gorgeous Sinn models below a grand too!

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