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Wristscan for Jan 31- Your favorite "budget" watch
Jan 29, 2014,19:00 PM
I suspect we all have a few of these.
In my opinion budget does not always equal daily "beater"
Nor does it always mean mechanical!
The two above are examples that I love but not my favorite.
So for Wristscan this week, please show us your most beloved budget watch. Of course "budget" is up for your interpretation.
Yes PuristS enjoy this
and this EQUALLY
Best, Mike
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Wristscan for Jan 31- Your favorite "budget" watch
By: mkt33 : January 29th, 2014-19:00
I suspect we all have a few of these. In my opinion budget does not always equal daily "beater" Nor does it always mean mechanical! The two above are examples that I love but not my favorite. So for Wristscan this week, please show us your most beloved bu...
Hi Tim...nice combo
By: mkt33 : January 29th, 2014-19:33
I like both, especially the twist with the "Milky Way" I'll include the photo when Wristscan officially starts on 1/31 Thanks for sharing Mike
Joining Tim here
By: Spellbound : January 29th, 2014-21:13
A tasty piece of Space Age vintage technology and classic Americana treats. Dean ...
Breaking the rules
By: Spellbound : January 29th, 2014-20:58
Hi Mike, I realize I am breaking the rules somewhat since clearly this watch does not fall into the budget category. As you can see it is a masterpiece of horology, and a limited edition very rare edition from Danish Independent watchmaker Lego. Warmest, ...
Opps
By: Spellbound : January 29th, 2014-21:19
Opps, just realized the wristscan hadn't started yet ! Sorry !
Wonderful!
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2014-09:54
You should start young! ;) HAGWE Blomman
Stocker and Yale (thus S and Y, Sandy....) brand...
By: KIH : January 30th, 2014-11:26
... is mostly military issue. This one is uniquely powered by manual winding ETA2801, and actually one of the models used in the first Gulf War. But S&Y couldn't make as fast as the competitor to answer the demand by DOD, thus a lot were released to t...
Wow, I was on duty during both
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-07:31
Gulf Wars. These were never issued :-( Suprisingly what was issued was quartz, not mechanical. I'm going to have to seek one of these out. What is the coating? Thanks for the additional info. Mike
Here is Mine
By: SALMANPK : January 30th, 2014-01:28
It amazes me every time its on my wrist. S ...
I really have to agree
By: mkt33 : January 30th, 2014-10:43
Seiko has something for every budget. Amazing build quality from low end to high end. Thanks for showing me yours, Mike
Dear Joe.. So, for me there are 2 interpretations thinkable..
By: hs111 : January 30th, 2014-08:53
.. it a) always depends where and WHAT the ceiling is, which can be soooo far away also b) or the difference in " value" ( which one?) is minuscule .. ( is that another word for mnimal ?) Hmmmm .. Interesting food for thought.. a bit.. Best, hs
or...
By: Baron - Mr Red : January 30th, 2014-08:56
.....sometimes there is just no trade under any circs.!!
No, no! It doesn't count and the rule ...
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2014-09:56
Is that all that doesn't count should be wrapped up, packed and sent by express to Sweden! ;) Wonderful choice, my friend! HAGWE Blomman
Two budget ones ...
By: nilomis : January 30th, 2014-03:25
Team, Let me play. 1) Oris 200m 40mm. Got it for a song. Spent more on the maintenance than the watch. 2) My Seiko Orange. My go anywhere one. A great weekend to all, Nilo ...
As a matter of fact ...
By: nilomis : January 30th, 2014-08:07
I consider the Oris to be very discrete. It looks colorful because I took a picture this morning with our implacable summer Sun hitting it directly. Cheers, Nilo
Maintence costs
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-06:28
My wife asked me why I would ever spend more money to fix one of my "budget" watches than it cost in the first place...especially one that was easily replaceable. I replied "memories" . Some of us remember events with photos I suspect most of us remember ...
Here's what I do ...
By: nilomis : January 31st, 2014-09:43
First, I always deduct the maintenance cost for a full maintenance. Second, since I'm lucky to have a great watchmaker I try to keep him busy and I pay a little less than the average customer. Cheers Nilo
For nothing, or almost...
By: amanico : January 30th, 2014-04:01
GP Vintage 45 Chronograph. For 1/5th of the price of a Rolex Daytona, which gives me as much pleasure as the Daytona, if not more! HAGWE. Nicolas ...
I really like these nothingness! There are like.....
By: Sandgroper : January 30th, 2014-16:19
black holes, nothing, but everyone goes to great length, effort and expenses to try and discover what this nothing is made out of:);) Great! Cheers Francois from Down Under
Not that easy for me.. But from my humble perspective I'll try..
By: hs111 : January 30th, 2014-06:25
.. I chose the small (32mm) Omega Bumper from 1947.. Found it on a nice trip with my wife to Amsterdam and Paris Little Omega Bumper, from 1947.. A Faithful comrade.. )'> Having a cool swing.. nicely under the Radar.. ) Oh, yes - there is a final little t...
Thx Nico.. Coming from you, that counts dble.. Actually found it in ..
By: hs111 : January 30th, 2014-08:19
.. in the absolute crazy year of 2011, getting it together with R's 159, you well know.. I have a sort of "smiling weakness" for these balanced pieces from the 40ies, and early 50ies, which would have nice stories to tell. This very one, belonged to a Dut...
The bumper is really sweet!
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2014-10:00
As for the square - can you see TV on that one, my friend...? ;) HAGWE Blomman
Thanks for kind looking, my friend .. Yes, I also have been..
By: hs111 : January 30th, 2014-13:38
.. intrigued by this timeless little Bumper - watch more than 2 years ago.. and have found it together with a Vintage JLC 159 for my wife.. As to the " square one": well , not TV, but photographs, music and stuff .. easily.. and for example at night you c...
I must say...
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2014-10:01
Tissot did a great work on this one! :) HAGWE Blomman
Have to admit
By: Geo : January 30th, 2014-09:36
It doesn't get much wrist time, my trusty Benarus. GEO ...
Now that is PATINA!
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-06:32
Thanks for sharing your Benrus. Do you live along a coastline or is this what happened just in a "normal" climate? Best, Mike
No Mike
By: Geo : January 31st, 2014-11:58
under normal circumstances I doubt if it will develop like this The watch was worn for three months in the Death Sea area, but never in the sea. The problem is that the bezel does not move anymore now. GEO
Swatch ?
By: alain2701 : January 30th, 2014-12:36
...
Yes!
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-07:13
The first SWATCH of the thread. I know my first watch was a SWATCH. I like yours better than the new sistem51 Thanks for sharing, Mike
Picked up for a song...?
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2014-12:39
Here is one of my "Song books".... Love these Jubile / Antimagnetic! :) Especially if they come with the right amount of patina! :) HAGWE Blomman ...
You should, Nicolas! :)
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 31st, 2014-11:32
Since you can pick them up for a song... Why not sing! ;) Best, my friend Blomman
Totally agree with you Blomman! Lucky for us;)....
By: Sandgroper : January 31st, 2014-18:27
Here is mine and I am in love with is, beautifully simple and elegant chronograph. It has a charming personality and the movement, olala;) Cheers and HAGWE Francois from Down Under ...
What a beautiful watch! :)
By: blomman Mr Blue : February 1st, 2014-13:43
Congrats! Here is my Tissot chrono - a lot of charm! :) Best Blomman ...
Thank you Blomman. Yours is superb as well.....
By: Sandgroper : February 2nd, 2014-03:26
there is something magical and as my wife says "romantic" about these vintage watches that I am only now starting to really appreciate. Cheers Francois from Nice and Warm Down Under;)
Funny! My wife and I have just been out for a coffee..
By: Sandgroper : January 31st, 2014-21:26
and cake when looking at this Tissot she exclaimed: "how romantic this watch is, I can see Lawrence of Arabia wearing it" it is definitely my second favourite after the VC Historique Chronograph, do they make the same for women? :):) Cheers Francois from ...
These Jubile and Antimagnetic...
By: blomman Mr Blue : February 1st, 2014-13:47
Are between 33 and 35 mm, with todays standards - wearable by a lady! :) Have others that are 30 mm. Yes, they did make ladies versions, but they are between 20 and 23 mm... Best Blomman
Amazing Blomman!
By: fernando : January 30th, 2014-17:18
What a set of tunes you play! You're an impressive theme player. :) Best fernando
Love theme! :)
By: blomman Mr Blue : January 31st, 2014-11:34
And when you can build a theme without loosing your shirt... Even better! :) Best Blomman
An Omega Dynamic fits the bill...
By: AlexSunrise : January 30th, 2014-17:43
For years I had been wanting one, and finally managed to find the right one last year. After a little TLC this is how it came out. Happy Weekend to all, Alex ...
LOL! Go!
By: amanico : February 7th, 2014-09:32
Much appreciated, HS!
By: AlexSunrise : February 7th, 2014-09:28
Always a pleasure to read you! Hope all is well in Vienna. Cheers, Alex
And that is the most tasteful tourbillon dial I have
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-07:22
seen from Sturling. Now they just need to remove the superfluous text crom the tourbillon ring. Just out of curiosty, what's the watch's diameter. The porthole looks large. BEst, Mike
That has to be...
By: -RWK- : January 30th, 2014-22:47
The Casio PRW-5000. Solar/Global Radio-Controlled, comfy on the wrist, and lots of fun!!! HAGWE, -- Richard. ...
And Casio, besides Seiko, would also
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-07:25
be a brand that I thought would be the most represented on this week's thread. Your model looks like it can be the "swiss army knife" of the watch world...How many functions total? Cheers, Mike
Functions:
By: -RWK- : January 31st, 2014-10:05
Thanks for asking Mike! Cheers, -- Richard. Auto-LED light A light-emitting diode (LED) is used to illuminate the watch face, incl. the feature of an Auto Light Switch that illuminates the display when the watch is angled towards the face. Low-temperature...
You bet Mike...
By: -RWK- : January 31st, 2014-14:25
It REALLY is an awesome piece/ Best, -- Richard.
Wow! That's a nice pickup
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-07:29
Why is there a large red "50" hash mark at the 12 second position? Best, Mike
ha!!!
By: MattS : January 31st, 2014-07:47
that's a great question!...I looked for the answer for some time!...it is a 50 km/h mark on the tachymeter for a second round of the chrono hand! Matt
most of my watches are 'Budget' but these 2 are very good value
By: G99 : January 31st, 2014-03:00
the first being my Ocean 7 ceramic. proper ceramic case just like the pam 292, bomb proof 2824 movement, looks great, feels great, cost a fraction of most other ceramics. what more can i say? second is my Beijing watch company handwind. superb watch with ...
My budget ?
By: p@trice : January 31st, 2014-05:17
HAGWE Best Patrice ...
Dear Patrice this is
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : January 31st, 2014-22:50
first static shot of yours in wrist scan ever. Isn't it? :) So question is did you just wanted to change avatar and your 1000 post will be marvelous wrist shoot as every week? Congrats Yours truly Damjan
What an interesting WS for this week mkt33! And how nice...
By: Subexplorer : January 31st, 2014-05:28
... to view the different meanings of "budget" for each of our dear colleagues here at Purists! Well, this is a true "budget watch" and a favorite of mine. It is a piece I wear from time to time when I wish to have a diver watch on my wrist, without suffe...
lovely piece Abel. i discounted...
By: G99 : January 31st, 2014-05:30
lovely piece Abel. i discounted all my vintage pieces as i didnt believe the prices i pay reflect the quality. best Graham
Gracias mi amigo Nicolas!! Glad to be able to show...
By: Subexplorer : January 31st, 2014-06:31
... something different. Not a big deal, buy charming anyway! And it truly fits in the "budget watch" category! Lol! Have a great week end my dear friend!! Un abrazo afectuoso, Abel.
cool one Abel!
By: MattS : January 31st, 2014-20:43
nice look with its no crown guards, red date and funky hands! and nice bracelet, is that a GF bracelet? nice combo in such a nice state. Matt
Thank you Matt! glad you like it. The bracelet is...
By: Subexplorer : February 3rd, 2014-07:03
... the one original of the watch, and it is not a GF one, but its design is obviously "inspired" by those old classic bracelets. I imagine this watch was made in the 1960/70´s and was in complete unused state. Thank you and kind regards, Abel.
Aristo Beobachter (observer) for me
By: anaesdoc : January 31st, 2014-05:48
What a nice change, Mike, to spot these much more humble and sometimes nonetheless very extraordinary watches! (Don´t look at Nicos contribution please and some others with Rolex or Eberhard :-)) As not all of us here can afford the 3k++ watches this is a...
Shift in meaning
By: stromer : January 31st, 2014-08:08
Thanks, Mike, for making me think about it! I came up with this Fortis, because when I bought it, it marked the upper end of my budget. In the meantime it plays its role as a water- and everything-proof holiday beater. (However it would be wearing its sta...
its all about cycles imho
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-11:45
our passion, our finances, our health. I remember my first nice watch was an Omega Seamaster....purchased during 3rd year of medical school after saving as much as I could from my military pay. It was at the Upper/Upper limits of my budget and it was goin...
Lotta Seikos in this thread, Mike . . .
By: Dr No : January 31st, 2014-12:08
. . . as well there should be. It's easy to forget they're a true manufacturer, and have carved out a niche for themselves making rugged mechanical watches for decades that cost about the same as European makers charge for servicing their products. Dad ac...
So I'm going to ask the second most "difficult" question for moderators
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-12:42
" Why isn't there a Seiko forum on PuristSPro" ? Which is only preceeded by the most difficult question "Why isn't there a IWC forum on PuristSPro" ? :-) That is a wonderful Seiko... Budget perhaps in terms of cost. Precious and irreplaceable in terms of ...
In that case . . .
By: Dr No : January 31st, 2014-13:58
. . . I'll cancel my trip to Maggie's tonight! Gotta see this ;-) . . .
New Strap Art?
By: kevster : January 31st, 2014-16:14
I always enjoy your ocean shots. How wonderful to enjoy a wrist instrument from your Father.
Sharkskin over shell cordovan . . .
By: Dr No : February 1st, 2014-10:47
. . . that I've had more than a few years, Kevin - it might look fresh, but that's because this one doesn't get a whole lot of wrist time anymore. Kinda like Secretariat after his racing career was over ;-) . . .
Maggie's?
By: kevster : January 31st, 2014-17:27
New Strap Art? Glad to see you enjoying your Father's watch still. Extra special.
So classic, Art.
By: jporos : January 31st, 2014-20:20
It's funny how our fathers who did not think twice about their watches had the best taste in watches. Maybe we try too hard...
my choice
By: jml_watches : January 31st, 2014-13:16
Hi All For me these stick out as great budget watches Poljot alarm bought a number of years ago for a silly price - for what it does and how it looks its just a fab watch. You forget how stupidly cheap it was. It also has the most wonderful blue dial Pick...
My (below) budget piece ...
By: bimbeano : January 31st, 2014-13:18
Actually all i have are budget-watches .. and if bad things keep happen to me like they have for the last couple of years i will finally end up with just this one .... . My 25 quid watch donated to me by mister 50 quids .... a cool watch though :-) Bim ...
Still got it my friend ..
By: bimbeano : January 31st, 2014-13:26
... and wearing it from time to time .... . But i'm really in desperate need of a new decent watch ... Bim
none of us NEED another...
By: G99 : January 31st, 2014-13:28
none of us NEED another watch, we just want more my friend. enjoy it G
Is that the Airforce Academy edition?
By: mkt33 : February 1st, 2014-16:09
I recall my brother in law having one and received it after graduating from the AFA. Hope to meet up again soon in SoCal. Mike
I am SHOCKED, SHOCKED...Where are all the Seiko discus burgers!
By: mkt33 : January 31st, 2014-15:23
I would have thought this theme would have drawn at least one example out by now ! :-) We had such a PuristSPro craze a few years ago over these. Someone please tell me that it wasn't just a fad, that a PuristS still wears his/hers proudly! Mike
The hoopla lasted about three weeks, Mike . . .
By: Dr No : February 2nd, 2014-10:45
. . . but for that brief period, it seemed the whole world was in on the craze. Bill bought a few, and I still have images of cazalea's on my hard drive . . . . . . from our Perpetually Purists party back in '08. Maybe they're too exotic for consideration...
Less than $100
By: SethRL : January 31st, 2014-17:36
Well, that's what it cost me back in 1979. From an ad at the back of Popular Science. And it was my "budget" at the time. And my first mechanical watch. That's a fair amount of bang for the buck. ...
If only we had . . .
By: Dr No : February 2nd, 2014-10:57
. . . Mr Peabody's WABAC machine . . . . . . eh, Seth? :-) ...
High design does not mean high price...
By: jporos : January 31st, 2014-20:15
Designed by the famous architect/product designer Michael Graves for Target department stores, this was purchased for a mere pittance but is well worth replacing the battery. HAGWE! ...
That is an interesting idea
By: mkt33 : February 1st, 2014-16:11
I'm assuming it is patterned after the old rotary phone. Is that patina from age? or was it sold in that way with a distressed finish? Best, Mike
There are some trench...
By: jporos : February 1st, 2014-16:23
or half case style pocket watches with these type of cut outs. (Protect the crystal but keep it visible). Knowing Michael Graves' work, the rotary phone reference is certainly there too. The metal is unfortunately, a very cheap base metal that has patinat...
Quarter of Century ago
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : February 1st, 2014-00:12
with budget in hand this looked so cool :) :) Daytona-Submariner-GMT & Memovox in One :) :) :) '+ Illumination...hard to beat but as man on budget his whole life...trust me this is budget watch No 1 Sincerely Damjan ...