Reply With QuoteIf I could get the right deal, a black dialed Breitling A70174 UTC module on a Fighter bracelet for B-1.
You have 500 GBP in your Paypal account, what watch would you buy right now? To make it more interesting, you can name just one
If I could get the right deal, a black dialed Breitling A70174 UTC module on a Fighter bracelet for B-1.
Damasko DA37 (anyone got one for sale?) or a Tuna if I didn't already have one.
Speedbird GMT
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Speedbird 3
PRS-68
PRS-29B
EBernard extra fort chrono went for £570 on eBay recently... Would have loved a piece of that at that money!
Two up on the PRS-68
Yeah, me too. Next on the list in fact.Originally Posted by benny.c
I'd have a seiko sumo I think
I already own a blue sumo, hence the PRS-68 dream, the sumo is a great watch on bracelet or isofrane.
Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono [ used]
Hamilton is definitely a brand to look at.
Great range of models in excellent quality, plenty availability on the used market in your price range.
Steinhart Ocean 44 GMT
Speedbird GMT
A nice Omega Dynamic ;-)
Seiko SBBN017 (aka Tuna)
New? Or SC etc
Sinn 556
Steinhart Vintage .
A nearly new Longines Hydroconquest, 41mm, either black or blue.
Just at the minute I'd probably buy this and have lots of change. I have another Star of which the timekeeping is better than COSC and also, I don't have a red faced piece in the box at the minute. I think it's simple and unfussy.
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Dare I say it, a Tag Heuer would be my choice.
Any kind of Sinn, that's the only make missing from my collection.
I'm just a very naughty boy.
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I may have forgot one or two, apppologies.
I bought a Max Bill this week, and both the hand-wind and quartz are in range.
^ this all day long.Just at the minute I'd probably buy this and have lots of change. I have another Star of which the timekeeping is better than COSC and also, I don't have a red faced piece in the box at the minute. I think it's simple and unfussy.
I remain stunned how great Orient Star watches are. +/- 3 seconds per day, which mine easily achieves in use. Quality of fit and finish that far exceed the likes of Longines. My Orient Star is better quality than a Breitling I once had.
Orient Star would be £2k watches if they were Swiss.
There. You've said it now
Which one ?
A vintage GS or an early VFA quartz.
Good question, I've not long taken delivery of a tag model CAH1111 with a bit of change to spare, came from Vallywatch on SC.There. You've said it now
Which one ?
Do love a tag and this one is all I could ask for eye catching, sleek, and most of all comfortable.
I also picked up and Indy 500 a year of so ago second hand (as good as new) model CAU1113 for bang on 500 notes. Didn't really have much love for it at first, after wearing it a few times I was smitten lol.
Both watches suit my taste so depends on what you like.
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If I didn't already have one Seiko SBBN 015 Tuna, just awesome. I've had mine now 6 months and like it more each week.
If it HAD to be a NEW watch I hadn't got, probably a PRS35 as I rather like that (although I'd ask Eddie if there was any chance the arabic 36 dial would fit :) ).
Used, difficult - Loads of great watches in the £200-£300 range, but I've never bought anything in the £400-600 range (except a lovely Longine Ultronic and I'd suggest a good 'hummer' would be a great choice, but I don't think you need to spend this sort of money for most examples), so I don't really know what lies in that used range...
The reality is, I've far more pressing things to spend £500 on at the moment.
M.
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Good condition, second hand, Grand Quartz with twin quartz movement. Might have to wait a bit for one to come up, though.
Seiko SBDC007 would be my choice, the Shogun!
2nd hand Damasko DA37 probably
Or a Sinn 556i
A vintage omega, preferably in a white dial with a lovely patina.
There were some on the SC, but am I on a watch diet so nothing till next year.
This, or a 36.
F.T.F.A.
Sinn 556i on bracelet
Some interesting options in this thread, and it proves you don't have to spend thousands to get a decent watch.
5 Larch lap fence panels, 6 fence posts, 4 bags postcrete and a 10x5 garden shed.
Accutron II Snorkel - Very funky.
A used Nomos Club (36mm) although that may be outside of budget. Failing that, used Sinn 556i.
Disagree!
I`ve worked on a few, and in my opinion they belong with the cheaper Seikos. Parts availability in the UK seems to be zero, and I`ve come across two that have had problems with the mainspring barrel despite being only a few years old. Frankly, I wouldn`t go near one at £500; the case parts are fine, it's the movements that don`t measure up.
My £500 would go on the best steel vintage 60s Omega I could find.
Paul
Seiko Cocktail Time
Did you actually work on Orient Stars or on regular Orients? Big difference. I couldn't find much about mainspring barrel issues on the web, so perhaps just bad luck?
Paul - I was going to ask the same question as Kozzy. I've owned a regular Orient, which I would equate to a Seiko 5 or Monster in workmanship. In contrast, I've also owned a Seiko Star and it was in a totally different league.
My Orient Star's automatic movement was extremely accurate and reliable. And the workmanship of its case was simply stunning (better than my aforementioned Breitling and Longines).
However, I take your point about spare parts.
A week in the sun
Ollech & Wajs Mirage (if you can find one...)!
Ditto this! I bought a Ollech & Wajs Mirage III when in this position although I bought new and it was over £500. A used one should be had for under £500.
I've got one that I might sell, if you'd like to PM me.
Id buy a second hand Oris. I think they are great value on the used market.
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