Got £1k to spend,what to buy

[fraz101]

So I’m in the market for a new watch with a maximum of £1000 to spend

I’d like some recommendations from you guys if that’s ok?

I don’t have a lot of watches currently and this will be my watch biggest purchase to date.

I have 4 watches presently and all are quartz.

Here are is my small collection.


I definitely want this watch to be automatic, I also want a metal strap, I don’t think I want another Chronograph watch as I have 3 already.

If I had the money I’d buy a Rolex submariner (but I don’t!)

Also I’m in the UK.

Any help in deciding brands etc is appreciated

[Dave O'Sullivan]

It'll take some searching but I think the Omega SMP300 should be in reach?
Failing that, the iconic MM300 will be slightly over budget.
Both great, classic watches.

Edit: google Seiko Spork. A great, great watch that should leave you with some change.

[Dave O'Sullivan]

Also, what the Hell have you done to that Lorus in the last photo?!
Looks like it's gone through a cement mixer!

[Omegamanic]

Seamaster SMP quartz maybe - or a Tudor Ranger would be my choice.

[Benji053]

Seamaster SMP quartz

I definitely want this watch to be automatic

[magpie215]

I'm on a similar budget......currently looking at used sinn watches.

[snowman]

I'm on a similar budget......currently looking at used sinn watches.

That was my thought.

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[Capcarrot]

I'm on a similar budget......currently looking at used sinn watches.

In case it’s of interest, I’ve got a Sinn EZM3 with all box /papers and just over 2yr warranty left that’s likely to be on its way out as I’ve just bought something I shouldn’t have!


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[jonny]

https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-di...055-07-8-20-18

with a 20% discount will be shade over £1k!

[notenoughwrists]

https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-di...055-07-8-20-18

with a 20% discount will be shade over £1k!

Is that 36mm? Would be great in 40....

Edit - ignore me, they do both!


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[wileeeeeey]

Could look at the MM300 for about £300 extra or really the new green Seiko Sumo which will be well within budget. The "MM200" is also good for the money and within budget.

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[Onespeed]

Automatic and £1k to spend still leaves a pretty big world to choose from. Are you able to narrow it down further? Do you want to buy new or are you open to buying pre-owned? Not a chronograph, so dress watch, diver, other?

Your collection so far is very orientally based. Do you want to stick with this as a theme or looking for/open to a change.

Also any size limitations?

As Wileeeeeey said a Sumo might be a good addition or an MM200.

[zenius]

Sinn or Oris.

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[lughugger]

Sinn or Oris.

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I’d second this. The Sinn 556 I or A are great watches. I love the Oris Divers and the Big Crown Pointer Dates too. I’d be happy with either of these.
Good luck and enjoy the hunt.


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[Danstone]

With that budget I would be looking at a Longines Hydroconquest.

[TT300]

Surely a used automatic Tag Carrera would be in reach for £1000?

[markrlondon]

There's quite a lot in budget from our host's company, http://timefactors.com/. Lovely watches, all of them.

Some examples:-


(yeah, I know it's a chrono but it looks good)

[walkerwek1958]

I wouldn't bother with TAG their after sales is appalling

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TAG and Zenith are far more lenient with regards to parts supply, you’re not tied in to accredited repairers or the manufacturers service centre when the watches need work.

Build quality on some TAGs is impressive, just got a TAG Kirium on the bench and I’m impressed. Some of the quartz models are less impressive, but as a second- hand buy TAGs have much to recommend them.

[Artium]

Yema superman heritage on leather, rubber, steel or fabric looks always good!

[apm101]

You'll just sneak a Breitling SuperOcean A17040...

[ryanb741]

Yema Superman Heritage

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[amnesia]

SARX055 gets my vote

A lot of watch for the money, if you don't want a diver. Looks lovely on a leather strap too.







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[mutanthands]

Secondhand Junghans offer a lot of bang for buck. Check out the Max Bill range, classic Bauhaus design.

[Hood]

If you opened up your options to pre-owned then your choices would increase markedly.
Out of the ones so far I would go for the Oris but as said preowned would open up some cracking Sinn's and plenty of these watches will look like new and be hardly worn.

[Fianoglach]

Tag Aquaracer is my fav sub £1000 ive owned

[fraz101]

If you opened up your options to pre-owned then your choices would increase markedly.
Out of the ones so far I would go for the Oris but as said preowned would open up some cracking Sinn's and plenty of these watches will look like new and be hardly worn.

Where to buy used from?

Watchfinder isn’t really much cheaper tbh.....

[markrlondon]

Mark, you missed the main Timefactors contender in the sub £1k bracket, the Dreadnought Voyager, a great GMT for under £900

Oops yes, you're right! I think I thought it was priced at over £1000. It's certainly a watch that, from any other manufacturer, would be priced well over £1000.

[markrlondon]

SARX055 gets my vote

A lot of watch for the money, if you don't want a diver. Looks lovely on a leather strap too.

Oh yes, a very good. A kind of GS-lite.

[Wallasey Runner]

There's a CWC 1980 Automatic reissue on SC at present for £1k, that's is a bargain as these retail at double that.

[Sweepinghand]

id look at a Longines Hydroconquest as a good all rounder

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id look at a Longines Hydroconquest as a good all rounder

[marcus.furius]

id look at a Longines Hydroconquest as a good all rounder

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id look at a Longines Hydroconquest as a good all rounder

I second this. I'd go for the newer ceramic version. RRP is £1160 but you can easily get this down to sub 1k using voucher cloud. Currently this code gets you a quick 15% off at Ernest Jones: EJVCLOUD15



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[P9CLY]

There's a CWC 1980 Automatic reissue on SC at present for £1k, that's is a bargain as these retail at double that.

Yes it retails at double but it's yet to sell at 1k.It is nice but not so sure I see 1k in it,£800 ish perhaps.

Just my opinion on value.

And if "Sinn" is something you'd consider.I have a very nice indeed U1 full set.

[Gavbaz]

Yes it retails at double but it's yet to sell at 1k.It is nice but not so sure I see 1k in it,£800 ish perhaps.

Just my opinion on value.

And if "Sinn" is something you'd consider.I have a very nice indeed U1 full set.

Another one Paul! Your worse than me.

I would go U1 or 104.

[fraz101]

Thanks for all replies.

To be more specific

I’d like a diver,has to be NEW.

[paneristi372]

Surely the Longines Hydroconquest ticks all the boxes above?

[markrlondon]

Thanks for all replies.

To be more specific

I’d like a diver,has to be NEW.

Lots from Timefactors as above, in that case. :-)

[amnesia]

Thanks for all replies.

To be more specific

I’d like a diver,has to be NEW.

a Steinhart and more than £500 change to put towards your Rolex ;-)

https://www.steinhartwatches.de/en/o...amik-1231.html

[wileeeeeey]

Thanks for all replies.

To be more specific

I’d like a diver,has to be NEW.

Any min or max case sizes?

Any examples of watches over £1k which you like and would buy if funds would allow?

DIVER. BRAND SPANKING NEW. FOR A GRAND. TAWK TA MEH.

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[PreacherCain]

As I’ve said on another thread: MM200 (aka SRP077, SRP079, SRP083 or SRP105 depending on what colour you want). Auto, costs less than a bag, looks great, what more can one want from a diver?

[wileeeeeey]

As I’ve said on another thread: MM200 (aka SRP077, SRP079, SRP083 or SRP105 depending on what colour you want). Auto, costs less than a bag, looks great, what more can one want from a diver?

The SRP079 on a bracelet from stock. Just put one on mine and love it. It's my now work watch.

[Calumets]

I got each of these for under one grand (UK), except the Tudor Black Bay Black. All new except the Glycine. Any one of them should fit the bill...
L-R: Tudor, Zodiac Super Sea Wolf, Unimatic U2-C, Benarus Moray 38mm, Glycine Airman 8, Rado Captain Cook 37.3mm.

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[fraz101]

Any min or max case sizes?

Any examples of watches over £1k which you like and would buy if funds would allow?

DIVER. BRAND SPANKING NEW. FOR A GRAND. TAWK TA MEH.

Helpful.

Examples of watches I like but are out my price range....

I wonder what I could get the tag for?

https://www.tagheuer.com/en-gb/watch...way211a-ba0928

https://m.rolex.com/watches/submarin...10ln-0001.html

https://www.mappinandwebb.com/Omega-...ch/p/17330822/

Min 41mm case size,Automatic,divers,new.

[Omegamanic]

You might get a nice used auto Tag for under £1k. Unfortunately an Omega Seamaster Auto is most likely out of reach, and used the one you link to his around £2k. The Rolex is ultimately out of budget, and unlikely to fall at any stage.

The newer Tag aquaracer is a nice watch, I've owned a few, and all were no but under or just over £1k in the annual sales.

[mycroft]

You might get a nice used auto Tag for under £1k. Unfortunately an Omega Seamaster Auto is most likely out of reach, and used the one you link to his around £2k. The Rolex is ultimately out of budget, and unlikely to fall at any stage.

The newer Tag aquaracer is a nice watch, I've owned a few, and all were no but under or just over £1k in the annual sales.

He did say it had to be new...

Simon

[fraz101]

Decided against 2nd hand, I really wanted my first big (to me at least) watch purchase to be new.

Just knowing it is pristine,out of the box makes me feel more comfortable. It,is for my 40th birthday which was last week.

Bought from here https://www.swisswatchesdirect.co.uk...uaracer_(43mm)

High street AD didn’t really come close price wise.

Reviews are good and so far so good dealing with these guys. Looking forward to it arriving soon.

Thanks for all suggestions and input they have all been very helpful.

Fraser.

[FinnBurden]

Strongly advise checking out Hamilton, have such a good range and target a load of price points. I have a Dive style watch and a field watch from them. Definitely check them out!


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[DrWatch]

Can you give more details of what you are after?
Sports / Dress / Any particular complication (can’t be greedy at 1k).
As the many wise have suggested Used Seiko and Oris. A friend of mine recently sold a 80th Anniversary pointer date for about 1350 and that is a beaut.
If you want to go off piste and have something few will have - how about a NOMOS. They are getting a lot of respect. Another options in the off piste section - Montblanc, they are doing better and better things and older pieces are around 1k.

As I say with more details of what type of watch you are after would be good?

[OldHooky]

Certina
Davosa Ternos - they make a nice “Batman” GMT
Squale
Farer

Massive amount of choice out there




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[PhilT]

Longines ceramic might be a good bet, given how you treat your watches ;-) It comes in either 41mm or 43mm sizes I think?

Hard to go wrong with the Hamilton for 600 quid (40mm, sapphire crystal)



Yema is also a good shout (also 40mm, sapphire)



Or how about a Doxa sub 200? 42mm, sapphire crystal.



If you want something cool that none of your mates have, I’d go Doxa or Yema, but maybe drag your other arm along the wall :-)

[FinnBurden]

Longines ceramic might be a good bet, given how you treat your watches ;-) It comes in either 41mm or 43mm sizes I think?

Hard to go wrong with the Hamilton for 600 quid (40mm, sapphire crystal)



Yema is also a good shout (also 40mm, sapphire)



Or how about a Doxa sub 200? 42mm, sapphire crystal.



If you want something cool that none of your mates have, I’d go Doxa or Yema, but maybe drag your other arm along the wall :-)

Hi Phil,

I have the Hamilton Diver, and used it as a daily watch, holds up so well!


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