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Thinking of getting my first real watch!

howlim
Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Hi guys, I'm currently a student looking to get my first automatic watch, have been looking around for an everyday/any attire kind of watch. Was looking around and found the fliegers to look really nice but prices to be a little steep... Recently found seiko divers really attractive also! Could you guys give me some recommendations?? Budget <500 TIA.
roo7
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Well automatic and divers, the SKX007/9 series are definitely friendly on the wallet, especially the rubber strap models. Add a bit more, you can go for the sardines or baby tunas series.



There are also simplistic Seiko 5 military inspired models..



Do you have any case sizes in mind ? Bracelet, straps ?
david.tan
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
there are many out there, best to go with seiko diver, color and strap type depend on your taste, 500 can get you a very decent auto from Seiko



my choice would be the james bond and monster series



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chriscentro
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"david.tan"

there are many out there, best to go with seiko diver, color and strap type depend on your taste, 500 can get you a very decent auto from Seiko



my choice would be the james bond and monster series



http://forums.watchuseek.com/f281/collectors-guide-all-seiko-monster-variants-incl-night-trek-monsters-219920.html" false;


From your link, I saw the Snow Monster, it's very nice, too bad it's was limited edition. Btw, which are James Bonds' ?
Vinc04
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Student... Must learn how to save money and don't waste money.. U need one good watch that can last you many years and yet 5yrs down the road you will still appreciate the watch reliability, look and durability.



Ask yourself a few questions 小朋友 （little friend) before buying. This will help you decide much better

1. You looking for a rugged look watch or a gentlemen dress watch?

2. Rubber straps or metal bracelet?

3. Big dial(42mm and above) or normal size (40mm or less)

4. Daily beater or for occasions wear?

5. Color?

6. Analogue or digital?

7. Divers/ pilot/ dress/ normal/ sports/ 24-hrs?

8. Lume? Take note different types has different brightness? Or even self lume?
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"roo7"

Well automatic and divers, the SKX007/9 series are definitely friendly on the wallet, especially the rubber strap models. Add a bit more, you can go for the sardines or baby tunas series.



There are also simplistic Seiko 5 military inspired models..



Do you have any case sizes in mind ? Bracelet, straps ?


Yes, I've seen and tried the 007 and I really like it's simple design! Thought the case seemed to look a little small on my wrist though (~7.5"). Really liked the oyster bracelet that I've seen on several other models instead of the jubilee bracelet though.
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"Vinc04"

Student... Must learn how to save money and don't waste money.. U need one good watch that can last you many years and yet 5yrs down the road you will still appreciate the watch reliability, look and durability.



Ask yourself a few questions 小朋友 （little friend) before buying. This will help you decide much better

1. You looking for a rugged look watch or a gentlemen dress watch?

2. Rubber straps or metal bracelet?

3. Big dial(42mm and above) or normal size (40mm or less)

4. Daily beater or for occasions wear?

5. Color?

6. Analogue or digital?

7. Divers/ pilot/ dress/ normal/ sports/ 24-hrs?

8. Lume? Take note different types has different brightness? Or even self lume?


Of course I've taken that into account before I decided on getting a seiko! Hahaha.



1. Maybe something in between? Probably for casual wear/school and such.

2. Preferably leather or metal bracelet.

3. As my wrist is around 7.5", probably would need a big dial...

4. Daily beater!

5. Tend to like watches with dark coloured dials

6. Analogue

7. Well, anything that catches my eye!

8. Lume is not necessarily needed, but having it would be good as well!
lunarin79
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
hmm, maybe u can consider these few



SKX171





SSC017 (Solar)





PVD Stargate SKZ329





SRP227





Seiko Landmonster





All within your budget & are nice models to own
fireal
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
seiko monster , best!
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"lunarin79"

hmm, maybe u can consider these few



SKX171





SSC017 (Solar)





PVD Stargate SKZ329





SRP227





Seiko Landmonster





All within your budget & are nice models to own


Wow, googled the stargate and really liked the silver red hand one! Any idea what's the damage?
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"fireal"

seiko monster , best!


yeah, love the awesome lume! But I prefer a simple clean looking dial....HHaha
magna_strike
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
the stargate should be running about 400 bucks or so before discount. go bencoolen and see wat prices u can get.. ;)
lunarin79
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
shld be under 350 aft % i guess, try K2, Twinkle or A-Cube
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"magna_strike"

the stargate should be running about 400 bucks or so before discount. go bencoolen and see wat prices u can get.. ;)


Was quoted 388 for the stargate after 35% discount at 3D... Didn't get it in the end. :/ Not really very good at bargaining... LOL.
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"lunarin79"

shld be under 350 aft % i guess, try K2, Twinkle or A-Cube


For the mentioned stores, is it possible for me to call them to check on stocks?? Travelling around to visit all of them would be :shock: hahaha.
roo7
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"howlim"

[quote="lunarin79"]shld be under 350 aft % i guess, try K2, Twinkle or A-Cube


For the mentioned stores, is it possible for me to call them to check on stocks?? Travelling around to visit all of them would be :shock: hahaha.[/quote]

K2 and Twinkle will probably give you a straight answer if they have in stocks or not.





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sonofadat
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Orient Mako XL



under $200 and it is waterproof to 200m got a screw down crown too
sonofadat
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Or if not a diver how about a Seiko 5 military?
howlim
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!

"sonofadat"

Or if not a diver how about a Seiko 5 military?


Have taken a look at the snzg13. Liked it's flieger look alike dial, but seemed a little too messy for me... hahaha.
rogue_hog
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
How about something really clean and simple and look kinda like a sinn? The one of the left in the pic below.



rogue_hog
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
Another question for ts, howlim.



Do you want a hacking or non-hacking movement?



If it's the former, have you checked out the snzh55 (aka fifty five fathoms) range? I reckon you can get anything that comes in bracelet and just chenge to leather straps whenever you please.
guyvers
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
PVD Stargate SKZ329e



i will be keen in getting this model .....



how durable is the pvd?



and which dealer offer the best price?and at what price? kindly pm me if it is not conv to post on the forum....
rogue_hog
Re: Thinking of getting my first real watch!
I could be wrong but I think it's not pvd buy IP.