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21 May 2017, 03:41 PM | #1 |
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Looking for Solid automatic Dive watch under $1,000
I posted the other day about the new Seiko SPB053J1 coming in November 2017 (on the left below). I am looking for a rubber strapped watch (can buy rubber if it comes with steel) to take on vacations on which I visit sketchy areas. I will be going to the beach, snorkeling, sunning, etc.
I also want half decent time keeping. +/- 5 seconds per day would be nice. I guess up to 10 seconds per day is livable. It should be available for under $1000. Oh, and dint look exactly like a Rolex Sub--I have one of those. I have found in the price range two Seikos that carry the 6R15 movement, and I have also found a Longines. I'd love any suggestions! |
22 May 2017, 02:52 AM | #2 |
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Sumo is the way to go.
Easy to switch straps. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk |
22 May 2017, 02:53 AM | #3 |
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Sumo is the way to go.
Easy to switch straps. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk |
22 May 2017, 03:17 AM | #4 |
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Thanks for input on the Sumo. Here are a few others--smaller brands.
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22 May 2017, 03:27 AM | #5 |
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Depending upon how deep you're going snorkeling, a Seiko SHZH55 is well under $1K and finishing/appearance are quite nice, is definitely one of the best bang-for-the-buck automatics out there in my book.
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22 May 2017, 05:25 AM | #6 |
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seiko turtle srp777
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22 May 2017, 05:53 AM | #7 |
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So many options:
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22 May 2017, 06:09 AM | #8 |
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22 May 2017, 06:18 AM | #9 |
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There should be quite a few watches that fit your criteria made by companies in the Swatch Group.
Seiko is great, as is Orient. I don't think you're likely to find COSC precision at under $1000, but I could be wrong.
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22 May 2017, 06:34 AM | #10 |
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casio divers ... 60 pounds ,, a gekko second hand 60 pounds ,,,, save the rest for the next rolex
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22 May 2017, 12:26 PM | #11 |
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Thanks for the Seiko recommendations.
How are the 7S36 and 4R36 movements compared to the 6R15? Good suggestion on saving money towards next Rolex. However, I do want an automatic dive watch that's good for sketchy vacations that still tells pretty decent time. So I have to balance cost vs. accuracy. The Seiko Sumo for under $500 with the 6R15 seems like a pretty good buy. Can anyone come up with an automatic dive watch that has accuracy as good as the 6R15 for that price range? |
22 May 2017, 12:41 PM | #12 |
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Seiko all day long!
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22 May 2017, 12:43 PM | #13 |
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Above watch can be had for circa $200. Wear it underwater, in bad neighborhoods and good.
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22 May 2017, 01:54 PM | #14 |
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This is my Chr. Ward Trident Pro 600m diver.
Black wave dial, ETA, ceramic bezel, 43mm, excellent timekeeping, and an oyster style bracelet with a ratcheting clasp. I don't know if you may consider a pre-owned watch, but I have posted an ad for it. They discontinued this "classic" model, but released a new one with an odd logo. |
22 May 2017, 07:35 PM | #15 |
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Oris Aquis can be had for under $1k. I don't know if the time keeping is much better than any of the Seikos (my turtle runs within COSC, but the previous owner had it regulated).
I have been thinking of picking up a Seiko Astron or a high accuracy quartz Seiko diver for the situations you describe, but i get the allure of an automatic. |
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I own one and take it swimming all the time. No substitute. Search is over. You have a winner
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24 May 2017, 08:34 AM | #18 |
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OP, you might be interested in the following article on WatchTime, "The 10 Best Dive Watch Brands You Don’t Know About":
http://www.watchtime.com/blog/the-10-best-dive-watch-brands-you-dont-know-about/
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