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TRW · 18 May 2010, 11:22 AM

I have been looking at the swiss army homepage and looking at the victorinox watches.I cannot afford another Rolie right now and am looking for something different to wear everday.right now I strap on my 16623 everyday and that's ok.i have a few Seiko's that really don't do anything for me and don't wear them.Also,I am a cashier at Publix and am looking to tone it down a bit from my YM.anyboby have thoughts on the swiss army/victorinox watches?this would be a compliment to the YM.Thx in advance

wholesaleneon · 18 May 2010, 11:34 AM

I had a swiss army watch in high school, it was pretty cool. Not a bad beater watch.

TRW · 18 May 2010, 11:38 AM

thx Sam,i appreciate it.

DRKBC · 18 May 2010, 11:47 AM

You know sometimes you can spend money on not so in-expensive watches and in the end you could of put that money together and bought something that you would truly enjoy and also that retains its value. There has been some great deals recently on used Explorer's, Datejust's with a cool dial, Breitling's come up really reasonably at times. Maybe wait a little, spend a little more and get something you will keep and not get tired of. JMO

TRW · 18 May 2010, 12:04 PM

i will take your comment into consideration DRKBC.thank you

TRW · 18 May 2010, 12:33 PM

evidently I should have never posted this thread.

Hkspwrsche · 18 May 2010, 01:31 PM

I wouldnt buy just anything because you want a Rolex but, cant afford it now. I'm with the wait and save set.

TRW · 18 May 2010, 01:36 PM

i have a nice ass Rolex now.just looking for something to break things up without spending thousands

Zed Homme · 18 May 2010, 01:37 PM

If it makes you smile then rock it. If it is to placate you till your next bigger piece, then reconsider.

Lion · 18 May 2010, 01:37 PM

TRW, Victorinox makes some very nice watches and would be a good choice for the work environment and then you could wear your rolex when not at work!. I say if you like them then go for it!!!

Hooper · 18 May 2010, 01:39 PM

Tag Heuer makes nice watches at reasonable prices !!

TRW · 18 May 2010, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

TRW, Victorinox makes some very nice watches and would be a good choice for the work environment and then you could wear your rolex when not at work!. I say if you like them then go for it!!!

thx Leo.this is exactly what I am looking to do.thx for the input guys

htc8p · 18 May 2010, 01:50 PM

just get a watch with eta movement will be ok even if you bang it around it will still look nice and decent. victorinox has good looking watches for 1K (ambassador). just dont get those analog digital alien hybrids.

George Ab · 18 May 2010, 02:20 PM

If it floats your boat, go for it.

The Victorinox Swiss Army Ambassador XL, black dial with 6498 Swiss Unitas is kinda cool. They look good and have a display back. Looks a lot like the movement in my Panerai PAM 177 (Unitas based movement). I see them on TZ for around $250. Know that they don't hold value so you want to go used.

PS: I see they can be had new on the Bay for $330.

landeriv · 18 May 2010, 02:24 PM

Try Sinn watches. Very nice designs and rock solid.

TRW · 18 May 2010, 02:30 PM

I am google'ing all you guys have said.thank you

scottjb411 · 19 May 2010, 03:07 AM

Swiss army are nice watches. And though I've never owned one, I have relatives that swear by them. My aunt wears a swiss army or tissot more than her ebel even. But I check my AD's estate pieces daily, and I have frequently seen older Rolex's for $1200 or less. So just something to consider if you are looking to spend that much.

Christiaan · 19 May 2010, 03:10 AM

Ever thought of a Seiko? I just picked up a "Made in Japan" Black Monster that I should receive this week...$130 on eBay, Automatic, Day/Date, bracelet, 100m WR....

gmaines · 19 May 2010, 03:20 AM

For a beater watch I bougt the seiko Orange monster, keeps good time and still looks good after a weekend beat worikng on the car or yard work...

nauticajoe · 19 May 2010, 03:29 AM

Tim, seems like you've had your eye on a Victorinox for awhile now.
When I was in the Navy, a lot of my buddies were sporting them out. I never owned one. I was always into Seiko's and Tag's back then. Only because the PX shop in the Norfolk base provided great discounts for them.
Before you commit, take a look at the Seiko's (the Monster). I've read they are great everyday watches.
Happy Hunting!

TRW · 19 May 2010, 03:46 AM

thank's again guys.you have helped me tremendously with your suggestions.i will continue the hunt!again everyone,i appreciate it.

CoopJr · 19 May 2010, 04:05 AM

I did like the Fortis that I used to have.

Gerardus · 19 May 2010, 04:07 AM

Tag Heuer or a Sinn is a nice beater to.

Cato · 19 May 2010, 06:03 AM

I really don't like Victorinox watches. I love there knives, though. For cheaper watches, I prefer Casio or Swatch.

hooliganhooker · 19 May 2010, 09:05 AM

Tim, I can speak to the Victorinox but what price range are you looking at? That might help with the suggestions outside of Victorinox.

Singslinger · 19 May 2010, 01:06 PM

Victorinox have a new range of dive watches called the Diver 500 - excellent quality, great ETA movement, choice of 3 colors and a very decent price (under US$700). A highly under-rated brand, IMO.

DanP · 19 May 2010, 01:17 PM

they had a great chrono in a past watchtime mag's "back is beautiful" section where saphire caseback movements are celebrated. A nice and robust ETA, and great value for the coin.

snowbird · 19 May 2010, 01:23 PM

I got a Swiss Army Victorinox at Costco a few months back for less than $100and it's a nice watch, especially at that price. It has a white dial, leather strap, big and very legible hands, and nice lume.

htc8p · 19 May 2010, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Singslinger

Victorinox have a new range of dive watches called the Diver 500 - excellent quality, great ETA movement, choice of 3 colors and a very decent price (under US$700). A highly under-rated brand, IMO.

very true. i think is already pvd. i would consider it but my first option is to save up and spend on omega

18 May 2010, 11:22 AM	#1
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	i know this is a Rolex forum,but... I have been looking at the swiss army homepage and looking at the victorinox watches.I cannot afford another Rolie right now and am looking for something different to wear everday.right now I strap on my 16623 everyday and that's ok.i have a few Seiko's that really don't do anything for me and don't wear them.Also,I am a cashier at Publix and am looking to tone it down a bit from my YM.anyboby have thoughts on the swiss army/victorinox watches?this would be a compliment to the YM.Thx in advance

18 May 2010, 01:37 PM	#10
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	TRW, Victorinox makes some very nice watches and would be a good choice for the work environment and then you could wear your rolex when not at work!. I say if you like them then go for it!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

18 May 2010, 02:20 PM	#14
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	If it floats your boat, go for it. The Victorinox Swiss Army Ambassador XL, black dial with 6498 Swiss Unitas is kinda cool. They look good and have a display back. Looks a lot like the movement in my Panerai PAM 177 (Unitas based movement). I see them on TZ for around $250. Know that they don't hold value so you want to go used. PS: I see they can be had new on the Bay for $330. __________________

19 May 2010, 03:10 AM	#18
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	Ever thought of a Seiko? I just picked up a "Made in Japan" Black Monster that I should receive this week...$130 on eBay, Automatic, Day/Date, bracelet, 100m WR.... __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

19 May 2010, 04:07 AM	#23
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	Tag Heuer or a Sinn is a nice beater to. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

18 May 2010, 11:34 AM	#2
wholesaleneon Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: slidell, la Watch: 16713....TT GMT II Posts: 190	I had a swiss army watch in high school, it was pretty cool. Not a bad beater watch.

18 May 2010, 11:38 AM	#3
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	thx Sam,i appreciate it.

18 May 2010, 11:47 AM	#4
DRKBC "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Canada Watch: 114060, BLNR Posts: 739	You know sometimes you can spend money on not so in-expensive watches and in the end you could of put that money together and bought something that you would truly enjoy and also that retains its value. There has been some great deals recently on used Explorer's, Datejust's with a cool dial, Breitling's come up really reasonably at times. Maybe wait a little, spend a little more and get something you will keep and not get tired of. JMO

18 May 2010, 12:04 PM	#5
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	i will take your comment into consideration DRKBC.thank you

18 May 2010, 12:33 PM	#6
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	evidently I should have never posted this thread.

18 May 2010, 01:31 PM	#7
Hkspwrsche "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Harold Location: Richmond, Va Posts: 821	I wouldnt buy just anything because you want a Rolex but, cant afford it now. I'm with the wait and save set.

18 May 2010, 01:36 PM	#8
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	i have a nice ass Rolex now.just looking for something to break things up without spending thousands

18 May 2010, 01:37 PM	#9
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	If it makes you smile then rock it. If it is to placate you till your next bigger piece, then reconsider.

18 May 2010, 01:39 PM	#11
Hooper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: 16610 Posts: 3,290	Tag Heuer makes nice watches at reasonable prices !!

18 May 2010, 01:50 PM	#13
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	just get a watch with eta movement will be ok even if you bang it around it will still look nice and decent. victorinox has good looking watches for 1K (ambassador). just dont get those analog digital alien hybrids.

18 May 2010, 02:24 PM	#15
landeriv "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: shanghai Posts: 67	Try Sinn watches. Very nice designs and rock solid.

18 May 2010, 02:30 PM	#16
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	I am google'ing all you guys have said.thank you

19 May 2010, 03:07 AM	#17
scottjb411 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: Indiana Watch: Sub & Explorer II Posts: 119	Swiss army are nice watches. And though I've never owned one, I have relatives that swear by them. My aunt wears a swiss army or tissot more than her ebel even. But I check my AD's estate pieces daily, and I have frequently seen older Rolex's for $1200 or less. So just something to consider if you are looking to spend that much.

19 May 2010, 03:20 AM	#19
gmaines Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Riverside, CA Watch: Submariner&SDDS Posts: 306	For a beater watch I bougt the seiko Orange monster, keeps good time and still looks good after a weekend beat worikng on the car or yard work...

19 May 2010, 03:29 AM	#20
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Tim, seems like you've had your eye on a Victorinox for awhile now. When I was in the Navy, a lot of my buddies were sporting them out. I never owned one. I was always into Seiko's and Tag's back then. Only because the PX shop in the Norfolk base provided great discounts for them. Before you commit, take a look at the Seiko's (the Monster). I've read they are great everyday watches. Happy Hunting!

19 May 2010, 03:46 AM	#21
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	thank's again guys.you have helped me tremendously with your suggestions.i will continue the hunt!again everyone,i appreciate it.

19 May 2010, 04:05 AM	#22
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	I did like the Fortis that I used to have.

19 May 2010, 06:03 AM	#24
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	I really don't like Victorinox watches. I love there knives, though. For cheaper watches, I prefer Casio or Swatch.

19 May 2010, 09:05 AM	#25
hooliganhooker Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Robert Location: Iowa Watch: Rolex MilGauss Posts: 513	Tim, I can speak to the Victorinox but what price range are you looking at? That might help with the suggestions outside of Victorinox.

19 May 2010, 01:06 PM	#26
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Victorinox have a new range of dive watches called the Diver 500 - excellent quality, great ETA movement, choice of 3 colors and a very decent price (under US$700). A highly under-rated brand, IMO.

19 May 2010, 01:17 PM	#27
DanP Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Dan P Location: Vancouver. Canada Watch: GV-U-Kno-Me :) Posts: 2,436	they had a great chrono in a past watchtime mag's "back is beautiful" section where saphire caseback movements are celebrated. A nice and robust ETA, and great value for the coin.

19 May 2010, 01:23 PM	#28
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I got a Swiss Army Victorinox at Costco a few months back for less than $100and it's a nice watch, especially at that price. It has a white dial, leather strap, big and very legible hands, and nice lume.

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