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I don't know squat about watches, all I know is that my g-shock works and it works well ![]() If you're referring to automatic, as in self winding, i don't think it really matters to me, but would be a nice option. The watch she would like me to get would be primarily for evenings out, or when she would like me to be dressed nicely ![]() |
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I have a sweet Bulova that was around $360 and I love it.
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Quartz wise, a $50 watch is no different than one selling for $2K or more sometimes, save for "name" on the dial and design there is nothing to differentiate them to a large degree. Some Costco stores in Bay Area carry Oris watches, I'd check them out. |
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Oris does make some really nice watches. There were a few that caught my eye but were out of my price range. I am happy with the Bulova I picked up, granted it doesn't have the mechanics of an Oris or some other top notch brand but I really like the way it looks.
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Oris is a great step up from quartz to mechanical pieces, they are still relatively unknown to general public, but once recognition arrives so will the higher prices. Look up Orient watches, they are a subsidy of Seiko and have a pretty reliable automatic movement, various models can be had in the $300 range and the watches are not only rugged, but good looking as well. |
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Oris watches are a good deal. I put them in the league of watches like Mido, Certina, Bell & Ross, and Sinn. The each offer value and something unique looking as well. I would really look at Mido and Certina out of the group. Sinn is awesome if you like aviation watches and don't mind made in Germany.
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I think we are really talking apples and oranges here is we are really comparing Rolex and IWC to an inexpensive quartz movement.
How about some good sources for the sub $500 category? |
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Certina and Mido should have stuff around that price. Gevril GV2's will fit the bill; they are AP's second brand. I have seen Rado's go for that price range too. Although not quartz, Daniel Jean Richard are good value watches. They are GP's second line of watch and I have seen several go for $500.
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poormanswatch forum is a great resource for gens under $1000 and many under $500.
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If you don't mind buying from a non authorized dealer, you might want to check out Ashford. I've purchased many fine watches from them at great prices. they have a super sale now just before Christmas.
http://www.ashford.com/ashford/index.jsp Larry |
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I hear that watchwoot.com has some nice Breitlings for under three bills. |
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You betcha! Under $300 for a "Rolex" too! ![]() ![]() http://watchwoot.com/magento/index.php |
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