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"CounterTorqueSteer" (countertorquesteer) 01/28/2016 at 16:22 • Filed to: Watchlopnik

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I know there are many timepiece fans here, and I’m in the market for an everyday watch. I’m looking to spend no more than $400. I’ve seen many options that I like from Seiko, Tissot, and Victorinox. I’d like it to be somewhat sporty, but still be able to be worn in a business meeting. Any suggestions? Thanks :)

crowmolly > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:25

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$15 Timex, $385 on speed parts.

Joking aside, Amazon actually runs some specials/close outs from time to time. If you have the size for it to not look ridiculous, Invictas are usually a decent price.

Azrek > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:27

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I would check out Citizen, Bell and Ross, and the used market.

Or if you want to have watch overload...let me help

http://www.ablogtowatch.com/watch-brands/

Cheers!

Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:29

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I'm partial to anything with a woven stainless band.

Shady Balkan Subject, Drives an Alfa > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:29

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Beater watch, ready to spend $400, hahahahahahaha.

Where I come from $400 is a luxury watch that you take on special occasions. Or is this one of those cases that the US pays a large premium for something that in Europe costs a lot less.

On a recommendation scale I will go with Seiko or your own US based Fossil. Swatch is also a good brand that has very decent watches in different price segments. I have two beater Swatches that have worked perfectly for day to day use with me for 6 and 8 years.

CounterTorqueSteer > Azrek 01/28/2016 at 16:30

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A bell and Ross for under $400? Lol

Autohaus Derp > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:31

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My current two faves day in day out are both well sub-$400 watches - although neither are particularly sporty. I alternate between them most days, and both are solar powered so there’s no need to worry about them stopping if not worn, unlike my automatic ones.

The fancy one: Seiko Solar Prospex SSC081P1

The utilitarian one: Citizen Eco-Drive BM8475-00X

gin-san - shitpost specialist > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:31

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For an everyday watch, I don’t think you can really go wrong with any of these choices.

Of the 10 watches in that picture, which do you like best? It at least gives us some reference as to what we should recommend.

OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:32

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I love my Citizen as well as my Swiss Military. Both fantastic watches and I wear them all of the time. Casual, business, with gym shorts, it doesn’t matter.

Azrek > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:34

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Had a Bell dealer next to my house for a decade, they always had some special or deal going on for a sub-$500 watch. Maybe someone hit it with a hammer first, but they existed.

Dru > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:35

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I rock a fossil most of the time. It was about $100 and absolutely worth it. I am too rough on my watches to really spend more.

Used to have a Bulova that cost maybe $400...lost it.

CounterTorqueSteer > gin-san - shitpost specialist 01/28/2016 at 16:36

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The Speedmaster most closely matches what I am looking for style wise

gin-san - shitpost specialist > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:36

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Also, one thing to note, if you plan on wearing it in business environments, going with something that’s a bit more classic is better than something that’s too showy with a ton of complications. I find the simpler, classic watch can dress down nicely when you’re wearing jeans and your favourite flannel shirt and beard, but getting a really wacky, complicated piece to go well with a clean suit doesn’t work well at all.

A Tissot PR 100 or PR 200 is a good place to start (I’m not as familiar with US prices but I think this should fall within budget).

Really, anything of the watches you posted should work for all situations - you'll probably want to find something that mimics the qualities of one of these watches you posted: these are all classics for good reason.

Party-vi > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:36

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Sport and business do not meet. That being said, get a Hamilton Field Khaki Automatic.

gin-san - shitpost specialist > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:37

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http://www.tissotwatches.com/en-CA/products…

Only glaring difference is the lack of a bezel, but I find those to be kind of tacky (or in this case, tachy) anyway.

CounterTorqueSteer > gin-san - shitpost specialist 01/28/2016 at 16:37

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I'm a big fan of the pr200. Thanks

Party-vi > crowmolly 01/28/2016 at 16:37

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Invictas are the devil.

CounterTorqueSteer > Party-vi 01/28/2016 at 16:40

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You don’t think that a Speedmaster could be considered somewhat of a hybrid between business and sport? I do like Hamilton...

CounterTorqueSteer > Party-vi 01/28/2016 at 16:40

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Thank you for saying it so I didn't have to.

ESSSIX GmbH - Accountant/Wagon Thumper > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:41

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CITIZENS. No battery if its an eco drive model, and amazon warehouse has some at a steep discount.

Jetstreamer > Shady Balkan Subject, Drives an Alfa 01/28/2016 at 16:43

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Watches have such huge price ranges that something that might be expensive for one person is a beater for another.

My own watches range from $60 to $600 and I wear them all without being super careful.

Then there are the people that spend $1500 on a ‘beater’ or ‘tool’ watch and for who a nice watch will run into the $5000 to $10000 range and view them as investments.

Anyway... Suggestions for sporty but sleek enough for business and on the low end of the budget are the Casio Edifice watches. That's the first one that pops into my mind because I own one myself I guess.

Spaceball-Two > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:44

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I wear Nixon. They’ve got a ton of options especially at that price range.

http://www.nixon.com/us/en/mens-new…

Party-vi > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:45

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The Speedmaster has a rotating bezel and metal bracelet. It is all sport. Depending on where you work I doubt anyone is going to pick up on the fact that you’re not wearing a dress watch with your suite.

CounterTorqueSteer > gin-san - shitpost specialist 01/28/2016 at 16:45

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I agree. I don't love bezels on everyday watches. I'm not a huge fan of the band on that Tissot though. The canter link seems very narrow.

gin-san - shitpost specialist > Shady Balkan Subject, Drives an Alfa 01/28/2016 at 16:46

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I think "beater" might not have been the best term to use in this case. A beater watch is something used or a watch where if I get a scratch on the crystal or a ding in the case I won't mind. I spent close to $400 on my Tissot and was upset when it got its first scuff, but I suppose that's the sign of watch that has been worn frequently - no sense in having a watch if it's not being worn.

CounterTorqueSteer > Jetstreamer 01/28/2016 at 16:47

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I appreciate your clarification on the issue of price. Thank you for your suggestion.

CounterTorqueSteer > Party-vi 01/28/2016 at 16:48

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Good point.

Thomas Donohue > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:49

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Lots of good choices already mentioned here. In the $400 range Tissot is solid, but you are not getting much more than in the $100-200 range. And why buy one watch when you can buy two? The Seiko below would also look great with a black band, and the Casio at the bottom is my $100 substitute for the $3000 Tag Carrera. Be careful,it’s a slippery slope...

gin-san - shitpost specialist > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:49

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I don’t really like metal watch bands anyway - I prefer leather, even if it does wear quicker and needs more care. The leather strap one would be my choice. The Tissot I have and wear regularly is this:

http://www.tissotwatches.com/en-CA/products…

I figure you can always change the band if you don't like it, unless you want to keep the watch 100% original.

64C10 > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:50

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Timex Expedition: 40$ at Walmart, waterproof to 50 meters, I’ve beat the snot out of this watch, spilled more automotive fluids on it than I’d like to admit, and it still cleaned up nicely! The strap is olive green canvas, and phenomenal, by the way.

CounterTorqueSteer > Thomas Donohue 01/28/2016 at 16:51

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I LOVE that Seiko. The brown band is a nice compliment to the face. I dig the Casio also. Thank you for the suggestion.

crowmolly > Party-vi 01/28/2016 at 16:54

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Some of them are OK but most are FLAVA FLAAAAAV on your wrist.

Thomas Donohue > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 16:57

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The Seiko is SNDF45P1 - $122.

The Powershift in Steve's '12 Ford Focus killed it's TCM (under warranty!) > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:08

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I have a weakness for field watches - they’re simple enough to look good with casual clothes, but the classic styling works well with business attire as well. Despite owning two Victorinoxes, I’m a big fan of Hamiltons. They’re beautifully detailed in a way that Victorinoxes aren’t. I have a 42mm Day/Date Khaki that my wife gave me as a wedding present. It’s out of your price range, but there are several nice models that would work for you. Examples:

38mm Khaki Field Automatic

40mm Khaki King Day/Date

42mm Khaki Field Automatic

41mm Khaki Pilot Pioneer chrono

If you want something dressier, some of the Jazzmaster series can be found for under $400 as well.

That being said, a sub-$150 Seiko 5 will give you 80% of the style and 90% of the performance for 1/4 of the price.

CounterTorqueSteer > The Powershift in Steve's '12 Ford Focus killed it's TCM (under warranty!) 01/28/2016 at 17:09

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Do you find that the 42mm wears well on the wrist?

WiscoProud > 64C10 01/28/2016 at 17:15

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I love mine. I wear it all the time.

MUSASHI66 > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:15

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I bought this recently and swapped the band

One bellow is on my list to buy soon.

The Powershift in Steve's '12 Ford Focus killed it's TCM (under warranty!) > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:19

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Honestly, the case is a bit thicker than I’d like, but it wears well otherwise. I’m a statistically average male in most dimensions, and it’s about as big as I’d wear on my wrist. I like having the Day/Date complication and other than Seiko 5s, there are few that are thin so I can live with the extra thickness. A 10-11mm thick, 40mm diameter case is perfect in my eyes.

Cash Rewards > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:30

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An omega speedmaster moonwatch would have been purchased immediately after I won powerball

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:39

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Lambretta Brunori, $170. Also comes in white and “RAF Roundel”

probablyshoulduseafakename > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 17:52

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Check out Braun stuff, best industrial design out there imo, that directly inspired Jony Ive for iOS.

Clemsie McKenzie > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 18:04

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This is pretty much exactly the watch that I’m wearing right now, and it cost around $200 with the Nato strap I bought afterwards. Excellent all round watch!

JR1 > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 18:06

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The Omega Seamster Cosmic is a pretty cool watch if you are willing to dig around a little bit some can be had under 400

Clemsie McKenzie > Clemsie McKenzie 01/28/2016 at 18:12

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Also you might wanna have a look at Tsovet, they make some beautifull watches right in your budget. If I had your price range, I’m pretty sure I’d get one.

Low Range and Chill > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 18:39

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I think we have similar taste in looks as I own a Speedmaster Moonwatch and a Seamaster, but for daily use I generally wear 400-500 USD Hamiltons (I live in Mexico and would like to keep my arm and/or life). Swiss automatic movement (Swatch), nice design, brand with heritage and tradition. Can’t go wrong with a Khaki Navy (Seamasterish) or Khaki Field (oldschool military look). Just be sure to get an automatic.

CounterTorqueSteer > Low Range and Chill 01/28/2016 at 18:51

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You are definitely correct that we have similar tastes. Great collection. That second Hamilton is sex.

The Powershift in Steve's '12 Ford Focus killed it's TCM (under warranty!) > MUSASHI66 01/28/2016 at 21:38

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Tritium watches are cool. I wish there were more options that weren’t thick-bezel diver watches.

gergey - Wishes vette was Datsun > CounterTorqueSteer 01/28/2016 at 22:31

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Pick up one of these for under $200 CDN for your business meetings, use remaining $200+ for something you can take to the gym or wear outside of work.

*Disclaimer: I have one, I certainly don’t wear it around on the farm, but wherever else I go I wear it and it’s holding up beautifully after almost a year

DipodomysDeserti > Shady Balkan Subject, Drives an Alfa 01/29/2016 at 07:44

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Wait you’re in Europe and you’re saying $400 is a lot for a watch, and that Swatch is a good brand? I'm guessing you're not in Western Europe. Watches are actually sometimes cheaper in the US.

Shady Balkan Subject, Drives an Alfa > DipodomysDeserti 01/29/2016 at 08:24

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Well I am in Easter Europe and here luxurious items often are more expensive, but not in the case of watches, I suspect like with other things(motor oil, car parts) the watches manufactured for this region are not as good as in Western Europe or the US. But a quick glance reveals that an Omega Seamaster is around 15% cheaper than on Amazon UK.

I am just saying that here $400 bucks don’t buy a watch for everyday use, but different standards I guess.

Also as I said I have two Swatches that are working perfectly and the one with a leather strap is even on the original one after 6 years.

911e46z06 > CounterTorqueSteer 01/30/2016 at 03:23

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If you have enormous wrists like I do, Fossil and Invicta are both really good bets. And even the fancy ones from each brand comes in at under $200.