It's time to buy a new watch...but which one?

"Big Bubba Ray" (eganward01)
08/05/2015 at 22:53 • Filed to: None

Help me out Oppo. I’m a sucker for watches. Currently own 5 and looking to add to the “collection.” I have one watch in mind, but it comes in two different styles. My twin sister is getting married on Saturday and I’m using the wedding as an excuse to buy a new watch. Here’s the first. It’s a Nixon Sentry SS.

I’m going to be sporting a super slick suit on Friday for the rehearsal dinner and a tux on Saturday for the wedding. Which would work better? I’m leaning towards the all black Sentry with the metal band. Here’s another model of the Sentry but with a different face and a leather band.

What would you guys go with? I’m liking the metal band because it will hold up better over time and the black goes with everything.

DISCUSSION (52)

GeorgeyBoy > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 22:56

this

http://www.amazon.com/Omega-3570-50-…

JR1 > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 22:57

I prefer the leather. The real answer though is save your hard earned money and buy a Speedmaster. That's my plan anyway

Big Bubba Ray > GeorgeyBoy
08/05/2015 at 22:57

Haha if I had three grand to throw around, all of it would be going into paying for school and work on my Datsun!

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 22:59

have you looked at stuhrling watches or swatches? They have some more dressy stuff (better quality imo too) for sub-$500

PS- Invicta makes good stuff too

GeorgeyBoy > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:00

school is nothing compared to a moonwatch. I also bet that datsun hasn’t been worn on the moon.

stuttgartobsessed > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:00

Autodromo Stradale

Kinja'd!!!

Big Bubba Ray > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/05/2015 at 23:01

Nah, haven’t ventured outside of Nixons too much. They’re fantastic watches that are right within what I can currently afford. I own three different Nixons now and would like to add more to what I own haha

Spaceball-Two > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:01

I have both of those. I love Nixon.

Kinja'd!!!

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:02

Before you buy be sure to check out those brands. Invicta and Swatch are swiss. I have 2 swatches and one Invicta. I stand by them, one of my swatches is almost 15 years old and still running great.

BReLp7dzHM3ytYsE > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:06

Leather is classy. The blue face looks awesome. Go with that one. Also, I'm a sucker for good leather.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > stuttgartobsessed
08/05/2015 at 23:08

I want one of those so bad, but I dont have a grand lying around :(

Big Bubba Ray > GeorgeyBoy
08/05/2015 at 23:10

You’re correct. Fuck my school savings, I’m buying this watch!

Big Bubba Ray > stuttgartobsessed
08/05/2015 at 23:11

Autodromo watches speak to me. Absolutely gorgeous, but expensive .

GeorgeyBoy > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:12

Good they have loans for school anyways that you never have to pay back

Big Bubba Ray > Spaceball-Two
08/05/2015 at 23:12

Holy santa claus shit. That is an amazing collection! I’ve got an all black Time Teller like yours and a red one as well. My friends call them my “cereal box watches,” but I still love them haha

Big Bubba Ray > JR1
08/05/2015 at 23:13

Speedmasters are GORGEOUS, but far out of my price range haha

Big Bubba Ray > BReLp7dzHM3ytYsE
08/05/2015 at 23:14

The leather looks killer and feels great. The only thing steering me away from it is that I couldn’t wear it as often as the black Sentry cause it wouldn’t go with much of what I wear. I’m thinking of snagging the black Sentry tomorrow and getting the leather in a few months when my watch fund is rebuilt haha

stuttgartobsessed > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:16

But not as bad as that Omega!! But yah, I’d have 2 if I could afford them :/

stuttgartobsessed > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/05/2015 at 23:17

I thought they were like $600...? I guess I need to check out the website again... :(

BReLp7dzHM3ytYsE > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:17

This is just me, but I wouldn't go with an all-black dress watch. If I'm gonna get an all-black watch, it's gonna be something rugged and tactical. I'd suggest a Timex Weekender. I love mine. They're classy and inexpensive, and they have interchangeable bands.

Big Bubba Ray > GeorgeyBoy
08/05/2015 at 23:18

Kinja'd!!!

I like the way you think, Costanza.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > stuttgartobsessed
08/05/2015 at 23:20

The quartz movement ones are $600, but why would you buy an expensive watch like that and not get an automatic?

Spaceball-Two > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:20

They are great watches but they often ship with dead batteries and will need a replacement once every two years. My wife usually buys me one for anniversary or for Xmas. It’s a go to gift for me. That said they are super sturdy and fit with any occasion.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:20

What’s your budget?

Or you could always go with a Seamster Aqua Terra. Tried one on in Hawaii and instantly fell in love. It doesn’t hurt that it’s the Skyfall watch too. ;)

Kinja'd!!!

Big Bubba Ray > BReLp7dzHM3ytYsE
08/05/2015 at 23:20

The black just goes with everything so well and that’s why I like it so much.

I totally forgot about the Weekenders! A friend of mine has one and he absolutely loves it. I’ve wanted one for a while but they’ve been off my radar recently. Thanks for the reminder!

stuttgartobsessed > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/05/2015 at 23:22

True. Very true.

BReLp7dzHM3ytYsE > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:22

Yeah man. This is just me personally, but I wouldn’t go with all black. Maybe a lighter face or band. That's just me though. Hope you find something that works!

Big Bubba Ray > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
08/05/2015 at 23:23

Dang, that looks stunning with the leather band. I’m somewhat broke due to paying for school but I’m looking to spend around $300 max. My grandparents gave me some birthday (which isn’t for another month and a half) money and that’s why I can “justify” another watch right now haha

Big Bubba Ray > Spaceball-Two
08/05/2015 at 23:25

Yep, I’ve experience battery issues like you’ve mentioned but I’ve always been more than happy with my Nixons. How do you like the Player? I’d love to snag one sometime in the next year or so if my budget allows it.

By the way, your wife is awesome for buying you these watches!

McChiken116 - Patrick H. > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:26

Left field, but how do you like the Swatch SISTEM51? Automatic, modern looks, and affordable

PushToStart > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:28

Kinja'd!!!

This watch is unlucky, don’t buy it

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:29

Oh my goodness yes. I prefer leather straps and that one just looks the business. My grubby peasant body could not contain itself when the Omega salesman let me try one on. I’ve decided to work my ass off and get one now.

As for 300 max, you can try Jomashop (grey market but very reputable). I’d look into Hamilton or Tissot. They’re both swiss although not mechanical (you don’t want a mechanical at that price point). Here are some examples:

http://www.jomashop.com/hamilton-jazz-…

http://www.jomashop.com/tissot-classic…

Spaceball-Two > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:32

Watch overstock.com, dogfunk.com and or the clearance section on the Nixon site. Love the Player also love the Rotolog. They are nice and stout.

She thanks you for the compliment.

Big Bubba Ray > PushToStart
08/05/2015 at 23:45

hahaha black Sentry it is!

DogonCrook > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/05/2015 at 23:45

I like sturhling they have good watches on the cheap. Skagen has some cool ones too around the same price, super thin too.

6Cylinder > Big Bubba Ray
08/05/2015 at 23:51

Kinja'd!!!

I have the Sentry Chrono. It's been great so far.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > DogonCrook
08/06/2015 at 00:04

I like skagens design language alot, but I havent had good luck with them in terms of build quality

DogonCrook > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/06/2015 at 00:11

Interesting, Im pretty abusive to watches, but I do baby that one because the mesh band and it feels fragile. I like it because it doesn’t catch on things like my pocket, long sleeves etc. Probably worry about it more now lol. What’s happened to yours?

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > DogonCrook
08/06/2015 at 00:15

the crystal is incredibly scratched, crown popped off a few times and it runs a bit slow. I dont like german movements

Textured Soy Protein > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 00:25

The all black one doesn’t go with a suit at all.

The one with the brown leather strap would work if you’re wearing matching shoes and belt, likely with a gray suit.

DogonCrook > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/06/2015 at 00:25

Yeah mine is slow too come to think of it. Batteries don’t last long either. I personally don’t care about that, but it is an odd watch, aside from the look I bought it because I figured it would be unobtrusive, and it is, but because I feel like it’s fragile I’m constantly aware of it lol. Looks swank though, so I still love it.

JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder! > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 00:42

I’m a sucker for blue faces on watches. Its why I might have 3 like that!

I don’t really like metal bands though because they feel kinda heavy and look bulky sometimes

Goodeveningofficer > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
08/06/2015 at 01:26

I have that and the speedmaster. Nice watches.

Goodeveningofficer > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 01:27

Leather “strap” Metal “bracelet” rookie. Bands are wedding rings.

Goodeveningofficer > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 01:33

http://wornandwound.com/2015/05/19/sum…

Goodeveningofficer > Goodeveningofficer
08/06/2015 at 01:34

The Inox is awesome as is the Smiths. You already have a Nixon and that black PVD coating looks like dog shit after a year or two.

Derpwagon > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 02:20

I have a Nixon Sentry with leather band, solid watch. Looking at getting another with the metal bracelet. Also have around 8 other Nixons. Between those two I would go with the black, it seems like you could get away with wearing it in a wider variety of settings.

Admiral-cb > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 03:06

I would go on eBay and try and look for a well taken care of used tag heuer, movado, Hamilton, longines, or even an omega. You can get a lot of watch for the price and look like a gentleman with character and style.

If you are looking for a black watch that stands out, the original Oakley judge in black is awesome but it appears they are almost impossible to find. I have one and despite having watches that cost 2 or 3 times as much, it's the one I get the most compliments on by far.

desertdog5051 > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 04:47

I have a couple of watches that I wear every once in a while. So, not a follower of what is fashionable. I like the black one myself.

Tim (Fractal Footwork) > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 07:15

Hamilton

X37.9XXS > Big Bubba Ray
08/06/2015 at 08:19

There is only one watch to be worn with a tuxedo

http://www.amazon.com/Omega-2535-80-…

911e46z06 > Big Bubba Ray
08/07/2015 at 20:02

Invicta makes an awesome piece for the money. Every time I go looking for sub-$500 watches I end up buying an Invicta.