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zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 03:24 AM

I have a good friend, not a watch guy, that’s entering practice as a psychiatry PA. He needs an under $500 watch that can be worn under a suit during the week, but is also weekend and casual friendly. Preferably automatic and solid movement. Just tells time and date, nothing fancy.

What say you, TRF? What should he buy as his “starter?”

Thanks!

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offrdmania · 27 January 2020, 03:25 AM

One word, Seiko

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by offrdmania

One word, Seiko

Agree. I was thinking Presage?

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Jabbo84 · 27 January 2020, 03:27 AM

....Apple. All day

enjoythemusic · 27 January 2020, 03:28 AM

Seiko... whichever style works for him.

Blansky · 27 January 2020, 03:31 AM

You could look at Frederique Constant who has a decent line of dress watches at good prices.

Actually some of the best value of mechanical watch out there.

Zakalwe · 27 January 2020, 03:44 AM

Another vote for Seiko.

I think SRPB43J1 ticks all the boxes. It’s a dress watch but with a nice pop of colour so works as a casual watch. WR is 50m so it’ll survive everyday contact with water unless you’re in the navy and it’s £300 here so I assume comes in under the budget.

This may be stating the obvious but though the movement is solid I would not expect Rolex-like accuracy. I don’t know what the official accuracy of the movement is supposed to be but I have the same 4R35 movement in a different Presage and it’s about +15 seconds per day. Perfectly good for this price point, but if your mate isn’t a watch guy he needs to know that if he wants better accuracy he needs a quartz or a much bigger budget.

Danny83 · 27 January 2020, 03:52 AM

https://www.macys.com/shop/product/s...tegoryID=65993

Dubshack · 27 January 2020, 03:57 AM

If he doesn’t like the Seikos being recommended, I’d say to increase the budget a bit and get an Omega Aqua Terra.

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GradyPhilpott · 27 January 2020, 03:59 AM

Seiko and Orient are good choices.

I'm a big fan of the Bambinos.

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Seiko and Orient are good choices.

I'm a big fan of the Bambinos.

Those are beautiful. Especially the dark dial in the last one. The strap in the first photo is stunning! Great suggestion!

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zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Zakalwe

Another vote for Seiko.

I think SRPB43J1 ticks all the boxes. It’s a dress watch but with a nice pop of colour so works as a casual watch. WR is 50m so it’ll survive everyday contact with water unless you’re in the navy and it’s £300 here so I assume comes in under the budget.

This may be stating the obvious but though the movement is solid I would not expect Rolex-like accuracy. I don’t know what the official accuracy of the movement is supposed to be but I have the same 4R35 movement in a different Presage and it’s about +15 seconds per day. Perfectly good for this price point, but if your mate isn’t a watch guy he needs to know that if he wants better accuracy he needs a quartz or a much bigger budget.

I was thinking presage, too!

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zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

You could look at Frederique Constant who has a decent line of dress watches at good prices.

Actually some of the best value of mechanical watch out there.

Great suggestion!

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Beo3 · 27 January 2020, 04:18 AM

Victorinox Alliance

Bought one for my 20 year old son, who is in college, and is coincidentally studying to be a psychologist.

Very nice watch that I purchased at Macy. Got the friends and family discount and paid around $300.

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Beo3

Victorinox Alliance

Bought one for my 20 year old son, who is in college, and is coincidentally studying to be a psychologist.

Very nice watch that I purchased at Macy. Got the friends and family discount and paid around $300.

Haven’t seen this! Great suggestion!

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Beo3 · 27 January 2020, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mahlia0121

Haven’t seen this! Great suggestion!

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Currently he wears the Alliance, but is talking that he wants my Tudor BB at graduation.

SunTzu · 27 January 2020, 04:29 AM

Definitely Seiko. Or a Hamilton from Jomashop as their prices are reduced. Plus there's usually a coupon code.

This one is a quartz, but very nice.

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Beo3

Currently he wears the Alliance, but is talking that he wants my Tudor BB at graduation.

Sounds like you’ve created a watch collector!

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bdex75 · 27 January 2020, 05:06 AM

SKX007. Will work with a suit fine and a weekend warrior.

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MasonDixon · 27 January 2020, 05:27 AM

Seiko SARB033.

Drdubzz · 27 January 2020, 05:32 AM

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Seiko SARB033.

Definitely this, get a SARB while they're still pretty readily available. Seiya Japan, ShoppinginJapan.com, Amazon, etc. They're out there and such great pieces for the money

Chewbacca · 27 January 2020, 05:35 AM

SNKN37K1

Large enough to rest on a table and still clearly see the time and you can have fun swapping bands with the money saved.

$175

Ny325 · 27 January 2020, 05:37 AM

Sarb033, Great quality, versatile watch. They look great on dark brown, gray, and black leather straps. Low key, and classy.

Fat_ninja · 27 January 2020, 06:27 AM

Seiko Alpinist Blue

denmanproject · 27 January 2020, 06:28 AM

Frederique Constant Index

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Seiko Alpinist Blue

Great suggestion!

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Dr.Brian · 27 January 2020, 09:43 AM

Seiko is an obvious choice, but don’t overlook Hamilton.
They have a lot of interesting designs, colors, etc. and now many have an in-house 70h movement.

Dr.Brian · 27 January 2020, 09:44 AM

zorinindustries · 27 January 2020, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

Seiko is an obvious choice, but don’t overlook Hamilton.
They have a lot of interesting designs, colors, etc. and now many have an in-house 70h movement.

Good idea!

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KrismanX · 28 January 2020, 12:54 AM

I actually went through this with a buddy of mine. He wanted something a little modern but with classic watch styling. He ended up liking the simple aesthetics of MVMT watches, and they’re pretty cheap $1-300

This is the one he got. Good luck!

27 January 2020, 03:24 AM	#1
zorinindustries "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: United States / F Watch: It varies Posts: 343	Buddy Asking for Watch Advice I have a good friend, not a watch guy, that’s entering practice as a psychiatry PA. He needs an under $500 watch that can be worn under a suit during the week, but is also weekend and casual friendly. Preferably automatic and solid movement. Just tells time and date, nothing fancy. What say you, TRF? What should he buy as his “starter?” Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 January 2020, 03:25 AM	#2
offrdmania 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Wine Country, Ca Posts: 5,849	One word, Seiko __________________ TRF Member 11738

27 January 2020, 03:28 AM	#5
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,446	Seiko... whichever style works for him. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

27 January 2020, 03:44 AM	#7
Zakalwe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Sal Location: London Posts: 2,496	Buddy Asking for Watch Advice Another vote for Seiko. I think SRPB43J1 ticks all the boxes. It’s a dress watch but with a nice pop of colour so works as a casual watch. WR is 50m so it’ll survive everyday contact with water unless you’re in the navy and it’s £300 here so I assume comes in under the budget. This may be stating the obvious but though the movement is solid I would not expect Rolex-like accuracy. I don’t know what the official accuracy of the movement is supposed to be but I have the same 4R35 movement in a different Presage and it’s about +15 seconds per day. Perfectly good for this price point, but if your mate isn’t a watch guy he needs to know that if he wants better accuracy he needs a quartz or a much bigger budget. __________________ “Never argue with idiots. They will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience." - Mark Twain

27 January 2020, 03:59 AM	#10
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,347	Seiko and Orient are good choices. I'm a big fan of the Bambinos. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

27 January 2020, 03:27 AM	#4
Jabbo84 Banned Join Date: May 2019 Real Name: John Location: Tyler,Texas Watch: Rolex/Piaget Posts: 966	....Apple. All day

27 January 2020, 03:31 AM	#6
Blansky 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,094	You could look at Frederique Constant who has a decent line of dress watches at good prices. Actually some of the best value of mechanical watch out there.

27 January 2020, 03:52 AM	#8
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,166	https://www.macys.com/shop/product/s...tegoryID=65993

27 January 2020, 03:57 AM	#9
Dubshack "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: SoCal Watch: 126334 Posts: 867	If he doesn’t like the Seikos being recommended, I’d say to increase the budget a bit and get an Omega Aqua Terra. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 January 2020, 04:18 AM	#14
Beo3 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Eddie Location: NY Watch: Too Many Posts: 17,916	Victorinox Alliance Bought one for my 20 year old son, who is in college, and is coincidentally studying to be a psychologist. Very nice watch that I purchased at Macy. Got the friends and family discount and paid around $300.

27 January 2020, 04:29 AM	#17
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	Definitely Seiko. Or a Hamilton from Jomashop as their prices are reduced. Plus there's usually a coupon code. This one is a quartz, but very nice. __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

27 January 2020, 05:06 AM	#19
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	SKX007. Will work with a suit fine and a weekend warrior. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

27 January 2020, 05:27 AM	#20
MasonDixon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: USA Posts: 276	Seiko SARB033.

27 January 2020, 05:37 AM	#23
Ny325 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Traffic Watch: DW-5600BB Posts: 2,798	Sarb033, Great quality, versatile watch. They look great on dark brown, gray, and black leather straps. Low key, and classy.

27 January 2020, 06:27 AM	#24
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	Seiko Alpinist Blue

27 January 2020, 06:28 AM	#25
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,356	Frederique Constant Index

27 January 2020, 09:43 AM	#27
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,900	Seiko is an obvious choice, but don’t overlook Hamilton. They have a lot of interesting designs, colors, etc. and now many have an in-house 70h movement. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

27 January 2020, 09:44 AM	#28
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,900	__________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

28 January 2020, 12:54 AM	#30
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	Buddy Asking for Watch Advice I actually went through this with a buddy of mine. He wanted something a little modern but with classic watch styling. He ended up liking the simple aesthetics of MVMT watches, and they’re pretty cheap $1-300 This is the one he got. Good luck! __________________ No sticker left behind. "Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late." "All we have to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to us." ref. 116520 Daytona - 10/2014

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