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ragna93 · 29 April 2017, 06:34 AM

Its reasonable price-point and capability of in-house movement is what I was looking at. I just could not find a brand that manufactures a timepiece with full inhouse movement for about 2-3k. Anyone knows a brand comparable to NOMOS? (I already have a NOMOS and I love it except for its somewhat too modern of a design)

GerardoG · 29 April 2017, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ragna93

Its reasonable price-point and capability of in-house movement is what I was looking at. I just could not find a brand that manufactures a timepiece with full inhouse movement for about 2-3k. Anyone knows a brand comparable to NOMOS? (I already have a NOMOS and I love it except for its somewhat too modern of a design)

Look again at Cartier. They are doing some serious things.

ragna93 · 29 April 2017, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

Look again at Cartier. They are doing some serious things.

Hmm really? Always thought Cartier was overly expensive due to its "luxury name". With my budget of $3k, it would be tank solo or ronde solo and I think in this case it wont apply?

Dr. Robert · 29 April 2017, 07:35 AM

Some Stowa watches

bdex75 · 29 April 2017, 07:35 AM

I have not found a peer to Nomos. Family owned independent with in house movements.........for $2000 (and up). I have a metro PR but was thinking about picking up a new campus club. $1600. Can't beat it. The colors and dial configurations are less "modern" in my opinion.

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returntorolex · 29 April 2017, 07:37 AM

For your budget, I would look at something gently used by Grand Seiko.

hugs · 29 April 2017, 07:42 AM

Gently used as opposed to new will open up many options.. I second the GS suggestion and going used also opens up Cartier (which indeed would be out of budget new)

GerardoG · 29 April 2017, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ragna93

Hmm really? Always thought Cartier was overly expensive due to its "luxury name". With my budget of $3k, it would be tank solo or ronde solo and I think in this case it wont apply?

Went to a pesentation on their in house movements. I am impressed. Also, this year is the Tank's 100th anniversary. That is a true classic.

nick c · 29 April 2017, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

Look again at Cartier. They are doing some serious things.

Agree with G and buy a used one

Lordofrolex · 29 April 2017, 08:52 AM

I would go with cartier also. Santo 100 Large is a great piece and could be bought between 3-3.5k.

Etschell · 29 April 2017, 09:32 AM

Cartier tank

breitlings · 29 April 2017, 10:10 AM

Breitling, you can pick up a really nice watch with sapphire crystal, COSC movement, water resistant. I would get a GMT Avenger II, its an amazing watch for the money!

http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc31bkpt3.html
http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc35bkpt3.html
http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc27bkpt3.html

swils8610 · 29 April 2017, 10:43 AM

Pre-owned Omega or Breitling.

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SemperFi · 29 April 2017, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ragna93

Its reasonable price-point and capability of in-house movement is what I was looking at. I just could not find a brand that manufactures a timepiece with full inhouse movement for about 2-3k. Anyone knows a brand comparable to NOMOS? (I already have a NOMOS and I love it except for its somewhat too modern of a design)

Which Nomos do you have? Since I picked one up a few months ago (Club Datum) I can't get them out there my head.

Drakoprice · 9 May 2017, 08:05 AM

What about Christopher Ward?

bdex75 · 9 May 2017, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Which Nomos do you have? Since I picked one up a few months ago (Club Datum) I can't get them out there my head.

I am picking up a Club Campus for sure. That Cali dial is incredible. The 38 Club date in gray is
A looker as well.

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GradyPhilpott · 9 May 2017, 01:02 PM

I'm growing quite fond of the Ludwig.

Will probably pick one up in the Fall.

http://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watche...teel-back.html

SearChart · 10 May 2017, 08:26 PM

I also recommend Cartier.

The Tank is one of my favourite watches ever made, still after 5 years of ownership I find myself just staring at the dial. It's a magnificent watch.

Marcela · 10 May 2017, 10:26 PM

I would look at Junghans - slightly lower price range, but very neat :-)

https://www.junghans.de/en.html

DCheeta · 11 May 2017, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bdex75

I am picking up a Club Campus for sure. That Cali dial is incredible. The 38 Club date in gray is
A looker as well.

I love the 38mm Club Campus "Nacht", it's so damn cool! If I buy any watch in 2017 it would be that one.

Cru Jones · 11 May 2017, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcela

I would look at Junghans - slightly lower price range, but very neat :-)

https://www.junghans.de/en.html

This!

Or, if you want a different style, Oris. The Oris Divers Sixty-Five range is great value, and just a great watch, period.

AzHadEnuf · 11 May 2017, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I'm growing quite fond of the Ludwig.

Will probably pick one up in the Fall.

http://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watche...teel-back.html

I keep getting drawn to the Ludwig too. If I could find a chalkboard I would be done.

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mui.richard · 11 May 2017, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

This!

Or, if you want a different style, Oris. The Oris Divers Sixty-Five range is great value, and just a great watch, period.

I don't think Oris has any in-house movement except the caliber 111/2/3, which would be outside OP's stated budget.

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Cru Jones · 11 May 2017, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by mui.richard

I don't think Oris has any in-house movement except the caliber 111/2/3, which would be outside OP's stated budget.

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In that price range, I was thinking a modified top-grade ETA movement would be "enough", but, point taken, thanks.

jon_jon · 11 May 2017, 02:55 AM

I would also consider a Tudor with in-house movement for under $3K from a gray seller.

csfischer20 · 11 May 2017, 03:02 AM

Tudor would be my vote.

bdex75 · 11 May 2017, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

I love the 38mm Club Campus "Nacht", it's so damn cool! If I buy any watch in 2017 it would be that one.

And at $1650 msrp it is a steal.

I also like the Junghans Max Bill chronoscope. Very cool watch with a gray dial.

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scarlet knight · 11 May 2017, 09:36 AM

I have no commercial interest in it, but look at the site WatchBuys. They import German watches including Nomos. I am a Sinn fan. Junghans is a good brand, too. These watches are moderate in price. I would call the average Rolex expensive.

mui.richard · 11 May 2017, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

In that price range, I was thinking a modified top-grade ETA movement would be "enough", but, point taken, thanks.

And I whole heatedly agree. But OP did state he wants a piece with in-house movement.

I'm in the "as long as it's a good accurate movement I couldn't care less if the movement is in-house" camp...my Tudor Ranger, with a modified Top grade ETA 2824-2 is easily once of the most accurate piece I have.

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Maxy · 11 May 2017, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

I also recommend Cartier.

The Tank is one of my favourite watches ever made, still after 5 years of ownership I find myself just staring at the dial. It's a magnificent watch.

That's quartz right? How do you find the quartz? The price is tempting in quartz range and am considering one.

29 April 2017, 06:34 AM	#1
ragna93 Banned Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: USA Posts: 100	Any brand comparable to NOMOS? Its reasonable price-point and capability of in-house movement is what I was looking at. I just could not find a brand that manufactures a timepiece with full inhouse movement for about 2-3k. Anyone knows a brand comparable to NOMOS? (I already have a NOMOS and I love it except for its somewhat too modern of a design)

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Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,690	I would go with cartier also. Santo 100 Large is a great piece and could be bought between 3-3.5k. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

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bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	I have not found a peer to Nomos. Family owned independent with in house movements.........for $2000 (and up). I have a metro PR but was thinking about picking up a new campus club. $1600. Can't beat it. The colors and dial configurations are less "modern" in my opinion. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 April 2017, 07:42 AM	#7
hugs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: UK bad teeth etc Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 1,001	Gently used as opposed to new will open up many options.. I second the GS suggestion and going used also opens up Cartier (which indeed would be out of budget new)

29 April 2017, 10:10 AM	#12
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	Breitling, you can pick up a really nice watch with sapphire crystal, COSC movement, water resistant. I would get a GMT Avenger II, its an amazing watch for the money! http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc31bkpt3.html http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc35bkpt3.html http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-wa...bc27bkpt3.html

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swils8610 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 8,993	Pre-owned Omega or Breitling. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Drakoprice "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Rodney Price Location: Virginia Watch: None yet Posts: 9	What about Christopher Ward?

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GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,346	I'm growing quite fond of the Ludwig. Will probably pick one up in the Fall. http://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watche...teel-back.html __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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Marcela "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,470	I would look at Junghans - slightly lower price range, but very neat :-) https://www.junghans.de/en.html

11 May 2017, 02:55 AM	#25
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,341	I would also consider a Tudor with in-house movement for under $3K from a gray seller.

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csfischer20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: Chris Location: Denver Watch: BLNR Posts: 427	Tudor would be my vote.

11 May 2017, 09:36 AM	#28
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,143	I have no commercial interest in it, but look at the site WatchBuys. They import German watches including Nomos. I am a Sinn fan. Junghans is a good brand, too. These watches are moderate in price. I would call the average Rolex expensive.

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