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re: OT watch aficionados - getting something nice quickly
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:26 pm to Gaston
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:26 pm to Gaston
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That a manually wound watch?
I think so... here's the description
Type: pocket watch converted into wristwatch
Brand: Stowa
Model: Priceless
Country(movement): Switzerland
Movement year: 1960s
Movement: vintage, original from pocket watches, mechanical
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
Case: new
Strap width: 22mm
Dial: new
Indexing: Arabic
Glass: mineral
Case diameter without crown: 45mm
Watch thickness: 14mm
Case material: stainless steel
Back cover: transparent
Power reserve: 24 hours
A590
We are 100% responsible for the watch condition during delivery, if it gets damaged or lost by mail service - we will replace, repair or refund it.
Why vintage watch looks like modern?
This is "Marriage" type of watch - the most of this watches have antique mechanism and new watch case(or original, with solder lugs) for wearing on wrist.
Our workshop provides services for the manufacture of custom orders, you can order "marriage" watches based on the mechanisms of TOP brands , or customise offers you can see in our listings.
All the details in personal correspondence.
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Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:27 pm to Meauxjeaux
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so I have no idea what I want. I'm in my 50's so more of a late-career daily wear watch.
Maybe a sorta dressy watch, "business casual" maybe. Would you prefer a strap or a metal bracelet looks-wise?
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:29 pm to Obtuse1
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Maybe a sorta dressy watch, "business casual" maybe. Would you prefer a strap or a metal bracelet looks-wise?
I'm thinking strap.
Digging in to it, self-winding would be a plus.
This post was edited on 6/15/23 at 4:31 pm
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:29 pm to Meauxjeaux
I wouldn’t buy an old watch like that. A manual winding watch from the 60’s might cost more than it’s worth at this price point. An old Seamaster…sure…a Stowa, na.
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:30 pm to Meauxjeaux
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:31 pm to Gaston
quote:
I wouldn’t buy an old watch like that. A manual winding watch from the 60’s might cost more than it’s worth at this price point. An old Seamaster…sure…a Stowa, na.
Helpful!
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:34 pm to Meauxjeaux
A Seiko Alpinist makes a very nice second watch if you re not hung up on the Swiss, great Explorer alternative that is its own thing.
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:35 pm to ReauxlTide222
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I think Hamilton watches are popular around here in that price range
Hamilton Skeleton too busy? This is $600.
eta: decided i didnt like it
This post was edited on 6/15/23 at 4:41 pm
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:36 pm to Meauxjeaux
What do you want your high-end watch to look like? Do you have anything in mind, other than it be expensive?
If you give us an idea of what you are looking for, then perhaps a budget find can be made.
I'll square with you though, this entire concept seems silly.
If you give us an idea of what you are looking for, then perhaps a budget find can be made.
I'll square with you though, this entire concept seems silly.
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:43 pm to RT1941
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Obtuse1 is your man for all watch information.
Son of a bitch I used to hold this title
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:43 pm to Newc
The replies have been huge helpful to narrow down some places and brands... looking at the ones mentioned, Seiko, Stowa, Hamilton, etc...
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:44 pm to Meauxjeaux
To be honest, under 2k doesn’t get you a high end watch. If you can bump it a bit to around 3.5 you can get a 1980s Rolex
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:45 pm to Newc
$1000 watches aren’t high end or expensive…but they can get you style you’re looking for, if you’re attracted to something more heirloom or expensive. Look at enough nice ones and you can cobble together something in the $1000 range that gets you down that road. Here’s my daily wearer.
I save my nice strap for occasions and put it on a NATO. Just ordered a new one yesterday.
I save my nice strap for occasions and put it on a NATO. Just ordered a new one yesterday.
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:45 pm to Meauxjeaux
I bought a Tissot Powermatic 80. I really like it. Great quality for the money. I've got a buddy that's district Mgr for Reeds. Only place I shop.
Reeds
Reeds
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:53 pm to Meauxjeaux
I would go find a jewelry store or department store that sells seikos. Try on a few and see what you like. I’ve had my samurai for a few years and it’s beat the frick up but I love it. Can be casual daily wear or easily dress up with a suit. I think they go for $500-600.
This post was edited on 6/15/23 at 5:01 pm
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:56 pm to ReauxlTide222
Have Hamilton, Tag, and Omegas...wear one of the Hamilton's most
You may want to look at vintage jewelrywatch shops as well. I've picked up an Oris, GP, and others for $200
You may want to look at vintage jewelrywatch shops as well. I've picked up an Oris, GP, and others for $200
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:57 pm to Obtuse1
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Jomashop
Bought from them before. Returned to them before. Both were easy, quick, and pain-free
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:57 pm to fareplay
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To be honest, under 2k doesn’t get you a high end watch. If you can bump it a bit to around 3.5 you can get a 1980s Rolex
I sold an Oysterquartz for $3900 a few weeks ago. So 3.5 won't get you a Rolex
Posted on 6/15/23 at 4:58 pm to Meauxjeaux
Tissot has some good stuff in this price range. Sure someone near you sells them.
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