Reply With QuoteWelcome to the forum. Good luck
I'm thinking about getting a Ball engineer 2 as an every day/dress watch.
I'm also a big fan of Citizen, being relatively new to watches in general, my first 'proper' was a citizen ecosphere.
If there are any other watches you'd reccommend then I'd love to hear them.
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Seiko sarb 33 or 35
Lots of change for another watch
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I'd be looking at an old DateJust for that money. Perfect dress / every day watch.
Would take a look at Longines. Lots of options as not sure of your taste.
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A DJ is a great choice but for this money you are right at the cheap end of head only tired examples. Make sure you purchase from a trustworthy seller as there are all sorts of dodgy examples out there. At that budget I'd be tempted to look at a 35mm Nomos Orion via a grey dealer.Originally Posted by Dave O'Sullivan
a Tudor Style?
https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/style/m12713-0018
Nomos Orion White in either 35 or 38mm depending on wrist size. Should be right around budget. Can be dressed up or down easily, it's a great looking piece
You’ll struggle to find anything other than a really tired dog of a DJ for that money as another poster said. You’ll fare better looking at 34mm Rolex models, beware non-quickset date but an older Airking is still a very nice watch that you won’t lose money on.
For something more modern you should find a choice of used Omega Aqua Terra, and don’t forget used Grand Seiko.
I’d definitely be looking for something pre-owned to get maximum bang for buck at this price point.
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As much as I respect the Rolex Datejust, and Omega Aqua Terra, I don’t think you will get a decent one at that money, although you could get a quartz Aqua Terra
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Nomos Tangente, Club or Orion. The Junghans Meister is also decent and attractive, but less horologically “worthy” than Nomos. All these choices have a Bauhaus aesthetic, which you either get or you don’t.
I think most other new choices from Longines, Oris etc are desperately uninteresting, and there is a lot more value used.
Personally I bought a 1953 IWC Cal 89 as a dress watch, but it’s very vintage, and not really a daily wearer. There are a large number of great choices from Omega from the 1960s.
As a more daily wearer? I bought a B&R Geneva recently, that I think is pretty perfect.
Dave
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Omega Seamaster 2542.80. Blue dial but quartz. Very versatile and can be had in nice condition with this budget, if OP doesnt mind used.
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Nomos or Stowa.
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Montblanc have some lovely dress watches.
This one comes just under budget (from £2190) in the Goldsmiths sale.
https://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/Montbla...SABEgKnFvD_BwE
Although I do prefer the Ultra Slim:
https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...rie-ultra-slim
Ditto
I would second either a used Quartz Omega Aqua Terra or used Grand Seiko Quartz.
Below of these were picked up below your budget
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Second hand Grand Seiko quartz. Both the SBGV005 and 007 are simply stunning in the flesh, with a far higher level of finishing than anything else you'll find at this price point.
The aqua terra is amazing.. would be my choice..if your happy to go pre-owned
The Aqua Terra pictured above is lovely and I suspect that's where my money would go.
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The Aqua Terra and the Grand Seiko are undoubtedly brilliant options but, as everyone else has mentioned, you're only likely to get a quartz for that budget. If that's not an issue for you though then that's where I'd be looking.
If you want to stick with automatic then the Sinn 556 isn't a million miles away from the Ball you've got your eye on and it's well under budget too.
Might be worth looking through the Christopher Ward website. A left field option and one that will definitely divide opinion but I'm a fan. Make sure you wait for the sales though!
Agree! The Ultra slim is also a great piece,if you are looking more dressy than daily
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That looks amazing! Not in the current catalogue still might be some new ones around
I’ve learnt something
Dave
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Now that is dress watch. Although, I’d be happy to wear it daily also!Agree! The Ultra slim is also a great piece,if you are looking more dressy than daily
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Glad you are enjoying the watch DeanI would second either a used Quartz Omega Aqua Terra or used Grand Seiko Quartz.
Below of these were picked up below your budget
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It’s strange what our view of a dress watch has become . To me a dress watch is a two hander , probably penny shape or maybe rectangular in precious metal.
However I suppose every day brings in a more “formal” style encompassing the Seiko’s , Aqua Terra , Datejust etc.
If your taste is more dress then my view is vintage is the way to go with top of the range ( for the time ) Longine , Omega and perhaps IWC fitting budget with diameters of 33mm - 36mm. I do allow seconds hands btw lol.
If it’s more wear with everything then options previously mentioned sound good . I would give a shout for Longine as they seem to fit your desired budget and style the easiest
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Vintage Omega - a 2505 jumbo perhaps? (Added novelty of a 38mm case being described as jumbo
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Tudor black bay 36. Height might be the only issue. Failing that a vintage omega or Longines would fit the bill
I saw a Tudor Black Bay 36 in the flesh for the first time the other day and was impressed. If you don’t need a date I would think about one of those.
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Has this already been discontinued?Agree! The Ultra slim is also a great piece,if you are looking more dressy than daily
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Yes it is discontinued. Do a search on Chrono24 for “Montblanc Heritage Chronométrie” and you will see it.Has this already been discontinued?
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Only one I found in EU was used
Disagree totally. The OP’s budget will accommodate a huge selection of vintage pieces, many of which can readily be kept running beyond the life expectancies of most of us here.
Nomos Club Atlantik?
Ball Engineer is a superb watch but a bit chunky. Very well made. Another option is Longines Legend ND.
Another vote for a Nomos Orion. Ever so slightly over budget but a classic watch that can be dressed up or down with a strap change. They wear large so try before you buy.
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Agreed! Not seen that one before. They seem to be turning out some rather attractive pieces at the moment.
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As a modern daily wearer I'd look at Nomos or Longines. For my dressy watch I picked up a near mint 70s Tudor Oysterdate Jumbo. 38mm and Datejust looks but a bit funkier and half the price.
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Vintage
Omega Constellation Pie Pan
Smiths Everest Automatic 25j
Not Vintage (and keep the change)
Junghans Max Bill
Armstrong Siddeley
Well a money pit? only as far as a standard service from Omega , Longine , STS.
I’ve had one UG turn out to be a bit of a bummer 18ct Gold , beautiful in construction, probably dying . Total cost £480! Hardly a money pit. I am highly confident my Connie is fixable as Simon Freese has kindly serviced it at his good value rates and it’s come back looking stunning.
So don’t agree at all I’m afraid .
Love this. Beautiful watch.As a modern daily wearer I'd look at Nomos or Longines. For my dressy watch I picked up a near mint 70s Tudor Oysterdate Jumbo. 38mm and Datejust looks but a bit funkier and half the price.
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Agree, stunning.
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I don’t think these are under £1500 anymore. I have the smooth bezel versionAs a modern daily wearer I'd look at Nomos or Longines. For my dressy watch I picked up a near mint 70s Tudor Oysterdate Jumbo. 38mm and Datejust looks but a bit funkier and half the price.
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Thanks! It wears big, so it's kind of at the limit of what I'd call dressy. If I could source a bracelet it could do double duty as an everyday watch.
You really are the master of the negative soundbite, Henk. There are folks on this forum who will keep oldies running for very reasonable money - your comment is overly simplistic.
Simon
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