BudgeUp Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Since this thread has started I have transformed myself into a mildly obsessive watch collector. Not bad for someone who got a Rotary for their 18th and has had it ever since!I Now have said Rotary, A Mondaine Swiss Railway watch with day and date. A Tissot PR200. I'm also waiting on a Jorg Gray coming. Tonight I've bought a Seiko 5. Thing is, I don't want to ruin any of these at work, so I'm after a cheaper watch that I can bang about as I do a heavy job. Was thinking a lorus because they are made by Seiko? Any other budget(ish) brands that are made by the bigger companies that would be a shout. Looking at this one -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lorus-Mens-Black-Strap-Watch/dp/B009OA1SU8/ref=sr_1_2?s=watch&ie=UTF8&qid=1448170822&sr=1-2&keywords=lorus+day+date Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zico Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Since this thread has started I have transformed myself into a mildly obsessive watch collector. Not bad for someone who got a Rotary for their 18th and has had it ever since! I Now have said Rotary, A Mondaine Swiss Railway watch with day and date. A Tissot PR200. I'm also waiting on a Jorg Gray coming. Tonight I've bought a Seiko 5. Thing is, I don't want to ruin any of these at work, so I'm after a cheaper watch that I can bang about as I do a heavy job. Was thinking a lorus because they are made by Seiko? Any other budget(ish) brands that are made by the bigger companies that would be a shout. Looking at this one -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lorus-Mens-Black-Strap-Watch/dp/B009OA1SU8/ref=sr_1_2?s=watch&ie=UTF8&qid=1448170822&sr=1-2&keywords=lorus+day+date For a cheap, hard-wearing, good quality watch, you can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 For a cheap, hard-wearing, good quality watch, you can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock. Perfect for wearing at work, in the gym, swimming in the sea and pretty much everything else you can throw at them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Absolutely loving this right now. http://www.panerai.com/en/collections/watch-collection/radiomir/radiomir-composite-black-seal-3-days-automatic---45mm_pam00505.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Not normally a fan of watches without long second hands but that is a cool piece of kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BudgeUp Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 G shocks are far too busy on the face for me. Will probably just stick to wearing my rotary. It's stood up to 15 or so years of abuse and still kooks great so I'll keep going with that just now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie1874 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Absolutely loving this right now. http://www.panerai.com/en/collections/watch-collection/radiomir/radiomir-composite-black-seal-3-days-automatic---45mm_pam00505.html Bought a Panerai Luminor last year and very pleased with it. I am looking at an Omega De Ville at the minute (think i am getting the Mrs to contribute for my Christmas). Looking at Iconic Watches i can save around ?200-400 compared to Omega shop - i have seen a few posters mention them on this thread, I assume its all legit and no one has had any problems with them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
269miles Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Bought a Panerai Luminor last year and very pleased with it. I am looking at an Omega De Ville at the minute (think i am getting the Mrs to contribute for my Christmas). Looking at Iconic Watches i can save around ?200-400 compared to Omega shop - i have seen a few posters mention them on this thread, I assume its all legit and no one has had any problems with them? Hmmm! From Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/iconicwatches.co.uk Our watches are predominately purchased as described in our website as Unworn and preowned watches. We purchase registered watches from authorised dealers, unworn means that they still have case seals on them however the warranty card will have been dated prior to purchase. This is stated on the site and its also stated on your invoice that the watches are sold on the margin scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie1874 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Hmmm! From Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/iconicwatches.co.uk Our watches are predominately purchased as described in our website as Unworn and preowned watches. We purchase registered watches from authorised dealers, unworn means that they still have case seals on them however the warranty card will have been dated prior to purchase. This is stated on the site and its also stated on your invoice that the watches are sold on the margin scheme. The watch I want is one they don't have in stock so I assume they will purchase that and then instantly sell on - so the warranty card will not be too far out of date of purchase. Have you any experience in dealing with them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 (edited) The watch I want is one they don't have in stock so I assume they will purchase that and then instantly sell on - so the warranty card will not be too far out of date of purchase. Have you any experience in dealing with them? Used them twice. I bought my Planet Ocean for ?4000 instead of ?5240. Tag Heuer Aquaracer for the misses ?890 instead of ?1250. My watch needed ordered in and the warranty card was bang up to date. The Aquaracer was already in stock and the warranty card was 1 month old. I have a couple of mates who've bought a Submariner and a DateJust ii. Again with no problems. Their service has always been superb and they reply to emails promptly. There is sometimes room for a wee bit haggling on in stock items. Edited November 23, 2015 by Sten Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie1874 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Used them twice. I bought my Planet Ocean for ?4000 instead of ?5240. Tag Heuer Aquaracer for the misses ?890 instead of ?1250. My watch needed ordered in and the warranty card was bang up to date. The Aquaracer was already in stock and the warranty card was 1 month old. I have a couple of mates who've bought a Submariner and a DateJust ii. Again with no problems. Their service has always been superb and they reply to emails promptly. There is sometimes room for a wee bit haggling on in stock items. Thanks for the info. I had been looking for a vintage Omega but having no luck without taking a risk online. Went to the Omega store the other day and have now talked myself into going for something with a classic look but avoiding the hassle of maintaining an old watch (if I ever found what I was looking for) So leaning towards - http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/350x588/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/4/2/42413402002001_f_n_o.jpg Save ?480 on RRP but not in stock at the minute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Thanks for the info. I had been looking for a vintage Omega but having no luck without taking a risk online. Went to the Omega store the other day and have now talked myself into going for something with a classic look but avoiding the hassle of maintaining an old watch (if I ever found what I was looking for) So leaning towards - http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/350x588/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/4/2/42413402002001_f_n_o.jpg Save ?480 on RRP but not in stock at the minute. Nice mate. I like the blue face one personally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 I've added a Steinhart Racetimer chronograph (cal. Valjoux 7750) to join the Ocean44 I have. Picture posting is goosed for now but do an image search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Really like the new model De Villes. They are very dressy and classy looking. Thought about buying one last year but got a sweet deal on a Monaco instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All roads lead to Gorgie Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 Looking at a few window displays it seems that the trend is for standard size watches again and the days of carrying a plate on a strap around may be going. Is that what the experts see as the future in timepiece circles ? At least my small collection looks up to date again if true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronJambo Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 Looking at a few window displays it seems that the trend is for standard size watches again and the days of carrying a plate on a strap around may be going. Is that what the experts see as the future in timepiece circles ? At least my small collection looks up to date again if true. What do you class as a plate and what do you calls as standard size? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I'd say 44mm is normal. I've seen some Okay things at 46mm and even 48mm but anything larger looks stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 It's not all about case width remember. Lower profile cases with short lug length can wear quite nicely, even if the width sounds big. To get a real idea of wearability you need the width, length and height. Wearing the watch on it's bracelet or a strap can make a difference to how it sits. A good oyster style bracelet can make a larger watch wear smaller. Square cases tend to wear very big. A square case will be quite large even if the dimensions sound small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All roads lead to Gorgie Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 (edited) What do you class as a plate and what do you calls as standard size? Something like this company were producing or a divers watch for instance. Sorry picture didn't appear but I was thinking the oversize TW Steel watches. Standard size in my opinion would be about a 40mm face. Hope that is clear Edited November 24, 2015 by All roads lead to Gorgie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muldoon74 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Used to hanker after a Tag.. Then I went off them with the whole formula 1 thing.. Would, however, have one of these in a heartbeat.. http://www.creationwatches.com/products/tag-heuer-watches-362/tag-heuer-aquaracer-calibre-5-black-dial-300m-way2110-ft8021-mens-watch-7415.html Simple, not full of unusable chronography pish... just a nice looking, understated, quality watch.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hueyview Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Used to hanker after a Tag.. Then I went off them with the whole formula 1 thing.. Would, however, have one of these in a heartbeat.. http://www.creationwatches.com/products/tag-heuer-watches-362/tag-heuer-aquaracer-calibre-5-black-dial-300m-way2110-ft8021-mens-watch-7415.html Simple, not full of unusable chronography pish... just a nice looking, understated, quality watch.. quality watch alright. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Man I love that AR Coating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThehandsofZibi Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Really fancying the Breitling Superocean 42 with the blue face just now. Never spent this kind of cash on a watch before so looking for some opinions on whether they're decent or if id be better looking at an Omega. Was working for a watchmaker the other month who told me to stay away from Tag's and Rolex's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 http://www.fratellowatches.com/speedy-tuesday-we-have-a-look-at-the-new-ceramic-speedmaster-collection/ These are seriously cool. The vintage black one with the fat leather strap especially. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 http://www.fratellowatches.com/speedy-tuesday-we-have-a-look-at-the-new-ceramic-speedmaster-collection/ These are seriously cool. The vintage black one with the fat leather strap especially. Not for me. A *******isation of the Speedmaster IMO. A speedy should look like a speedy and these don't really. I'll stick with my Moonwatch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muldoon74 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Just found this on Amazon,.. Really like it,.. may start saving (I'm a mature student so ?160 needs to be saved these days..) http://www.amazon.co.uk/Orient-Casual-Leather-Watch-FERAL005B0/dp/B0191KYP4G/ref=sr_1_306?s=watch&ie=UTF8&qid=1453401270&sr=1-306&keywords=orient+watches I'll check creation watches to see if they do them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Timely (pardon the pun) bump of this thread, fancy a watch for my birthday so hopefully get plenty ideas from here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Does anyone have any recommendations on a sub ?200 watch. I'm quite liking the black metal look and nothing overly fussy. I had seen this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-armani-exchange-watch-ax2104-p99953400.html Also liked this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-michael-kors-runway-chronograph-watch-mk8157-p99944943.html?altproduct=1 And for something a little different - http://www.johnlewis.com/skagen-skw6180-men's-holst-chronograph-stainless-steel-mesh-bracelet-strap-watch-gunmetal-black/p2255408?navAction=jump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo121 Posted January 21, 2016 Share Posted January 21, 2016 In that range i personally like the Citizen Eco-Drives there's a few to choose from Sub ?200 they are light powered so no batteries. http://www.watchshop.com/Citizen-Watches.html?st=citizen look elsewhere as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I'm about to jump on an Orient. But I've been steered towards Serious Watches who are a Dutch company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 For ?200 the answer is always and will always be Seiko or Citizen. Usually Seiko. But always wait as long as you can and keep adding to the budget if you can because ?400 is a completely different world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 For ?200 the answer is always and will always be Seiko or Citizen. Usually Seiko. But always wait as long as you can and keep adding to the budget if you can because ?400 is a completely different world. To be honest I'm really not that fussed about going dearer and dearer. Just looking for a nice looking watch/watches that I can point out to my mum to get me for my birthday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
269miles Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 (edited) Does anyone have any recommendations on a sub ?200 watch. I'm quite liking the black metal look and nothing overly fussy. I had seen this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-armani-exchange-watch-ax2104-p99953400.html Also liked this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-michael-kors-runway-chronograph-watch-mk8157-p99944943.html?altproduct=1 And for something a little different - http://www.johnlewis.com/skagen-skw6180-men's-holst-chronograph-stainless-steel-mesh-bracelet-strap-watch-gunmetal-black/p2255408?navAction=jump As another poster said, Seiko & Citizen are good value at that price. Edited January 22, 2016 by 269miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Brightside Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Really liking the Breitling Superocean Heritage, although not sure if 46mm is a bit big. http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/breitling-superocean-heritage-46-a1732024-g642-152a.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
269miles Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Does anyone have any recommendations on a sub ?200 watch. I'm quite liking the black metal look and nothing overly fussy. I had seen this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-armani-exchange-watch-ax2104-p99953400.html Also liked this - http://www.watchshop.com/mens-michael-kors-runway-chronograph-watch-mk8157-p99944943.html?altproduct=1 And for something a little different - http://www.johnlewis.com/skagen-skw6180-men's-holst-chronograph-stainless-steel-mesh-bracelet-strap-watch-gunmetal-black/p2255408?navAction=jump I've got the Red Arrows Citizen Eco Drive and it's a beauty. You don't say what type of watch you are looking for - dress/diver/designer label ? Another good brand IMO is Orient - I have a Blue Mako divers watch and I wear it every day. For the price it's great value (company is owned by Seiko and they make their own movements in house). I've used Creation Watches twice to buy a couple of Seikos (their prices are great and they are reliable people to deal with). Based in Singapore , usually get the stuff to the UK within 5 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Phamism Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Really liking the Breitling Superocean Heritage, although not sure if 46mm is a bit big. http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/breitling-superocean-heritage-46-a1732024-g642-152a.html I would recommend trying it for size first. I have an Avenger II Chrono at 43mm, and it's big and chunky. I felt that the Super Avenger at 46mm was too big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I've got the Red Arrows Citizen Eco Drive and it's a beauty. You don't say what type of watch you are looking for - dress/diver/designer label ? Another good brand IMO is Orient - I have a Blue Mako divers watch and I wear it every day. For the price it's great value (company is owned by Seiko and they make their own movements in house). I've used Creation Watches twice to buy a couple of Seikos (their prices are great and they are reliable people to deal with). Based in Singapore , usually get the stuff to the UK within 5 days. Just looking for a nice, classic looking watch (with a bit of a modern twist, hence the black options above). It'll mostly be worn when going out, attire would generally be jeans and a polo or shirt. Wouldn't mind a bit of versatility so that it could be worn with a suit to weddings for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I flipped my Moonwatch just recently. I had a great chance to trade it for a Cartier automatic and did so. I fancy another Speedmaster as my next big flip but I'm going to go for something a bit off the beaten track. Probably a Mk2 or Mk40 triple date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Brightside Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I would recommend trying it for size first. I have an Avenger II Chrono at 43mm, and it's big and chunky. I felt that the Super Avenger at 46mm was too big. Yeah that's my thoughts too. I have skinny wrists so think it might be too big, would be good if they done something similar in 40mm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb102 Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Absolutely loving this right now. http://www.panerai.com/en/collections/watch-collection/radiomir/radiomir-composite-black-seal-3-days-automatic---45mm_pam00505.html Make it luminesce maroon and I'm in otherwise I'm out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungalow Bill Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 (edited) I inherited my Dad's Omega Seamaster 10 years ago, it's the Omega Automatic Seamaster cal. 1040 from 1975. I've never done anything with it, but my own Seamaster is due it's first service so I figured I'd get them both done at the same time, I have the 2011 version, co-axial 41mm. My dad's watch will need a full restore, has anyone got any recommendations or tips on getting this done. I'm happy to spend a bit of money on it if required. Edited January 22, 2016 by Apache Mal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 A vintage Omega is as well to go to an authorised dealer like Laings, but it will be pricey. It may or may not be done in-house but may go to Switzerland. If you want to do it cheaper then go to Tomian in Forth Street and there's a watchmaker in the Gorgie Jewellers who may be able to take the job on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swarlos Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Breitling for Bentley Motors special edition automatic watch. ?15 - Cambodia. Am I doing this right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungalow Bill Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 A vintage Omega is as well to go to an authorised dealer like Laings, but it will be pricey. It may or may not be done in-house but may go to Switzerland. If you want to do it cheaper then go to Tomian in Forth Street and there's a watchmaker in the Gorgie Jewellers who may be able to take the job on. Cheers for the reply. I'll take it to Laings first and see what they say and recommend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb102 Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Cheers for the reply. I'll take it to Laings first and see what they say and recommend. I found that Cairncross in Perth were better value servicing my Daytona. Just make sure that you are sitting down when they tell you how much it is going to be. Regardless of where you take it. However,it will come back like new and with a warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungalow Bill Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I found that Cairncross in Perth were better value servicing my Daytona. Just make sure that you are sitting down when they tell you how much it is going to be. Regardless of where you take it. However,it will come back like new and with a warranty. Cheers, in my head I reckon it will be up to ?1000 for a full restore with Omega parts. It might need to be something I save for if that's the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 A Daytona, aye? Not jealous at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cosanostra Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Really liking the Breitling Superocean Heritage, although not sure if 46mm is a bit big. http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/breitling-superocean-heritage-46-a1732024-g642-152a.html Saw one of those recently and it looked great in the flesh. As long as you don't have wrists like a 12yr old girl you should be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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