[Roosh]

I want to try out watch ownership by starting off with something modest (nothing that will suggest I might be filthy rich). Any recommendations for a classic watch with a touch of modern styling? I prefer a larger face than smaller.

[Dr. Howard]

I don't have much advice besides one caution. From one hairy caveman to another, don't get metal bands like this



No matter how nice the watch, having the hairs on your wrist torn out as they get caught in the links every now and then makes me feel like I'm being stung by bees throughout the day.

[Tuthmosis]

You can't beat this for durability:

   

[The Lizard of Oz]

Roosh, not sure if you've skimmed through the watch thread already but I think there are really excellent suggestions in the exact price range you're looking for in this post by hydrogonian. The post is about two and a half years old but I don't think things change too quickly in that world. I particularly like the Vostok (a Russian brand) and the Christopher Ward.

http://www.rooshvforum.network/thread-6650-p...l#pid96320

[Stun]

I've gotten a lot of compliments on my Movado, which is similar to this one. They range between $250-1000 at Macys.

[Roosh]

This watch is interesting:



$200 on amazon.

[Espresso]

Skagen 331XLSL1, about $150

[Roosh]

Skeleton watches are drawing my eye...

[Veloce]

I'd suggest going for a vintage-style watch. Leather band, simple face.

I'd suggest ebay, but chances are you'll get a duplicate unless you buy from a highly reputable seller. But if you just want an entry level watch you probably don't care about authenticated watches. You also may need to have the watch serviced.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/Wristwatches-/31...&_udhi=300

[Christian McQueen]

Roosh, you're cracking me up, because I just ordered 2 Stuhrlings off Amazon literally minutes ago.

Ill post the photos in a few minutes.

They have a classic look and are good watches.

[Christian McQueen]

Here's the ones I bought.

This one is cool, because of the how the timer is at the 12 o'clock hour instead of at the 3 o'clock hour.





And I'm thinking of ordering this one too.




I lost a Rolex a few months ago on an epic bender and still am pissed as fuck at myself. It's better to save expensive watches for dressy events/dinners etc, and rock watches like the ones above and similar when you're on dates and out for the night. If you lose it, it's not the end of the world, or if you get robbed/it gets stolen.

Also, for dates, so chicks don't automatically start thinking 'provider'.

[Stun]

(04-06-2014 07:58 PM)Christian McQueen Wrote:  

Here's the ones I bought.

That square-faced watch is siiiiiick but it's getting absolutely crucified on Amazon in reviews of engineering build and quality.

[Christian McQueen]

(04-06-2014 08:10 PM)Sugar Wrote:  

(04-06-2014 07:58 PM)Christian McQueen Wrote:  

Here's the ones I bought.

That square-faced watch is siiiiiick but it's getting absolutely crucified on Amazon in reviews of engineering build and quality.

Yea, but it's $160. If you don't use it as a daily watch, it'll be fine. I rotate watches so I'll probably wear it 2-3x a month.

[Roosh]

Too much bling for day use? ...

[Farmageddon]

I'm going to buy one of these in the next month or so. Having a little bit of difficulty making up my mind.
   
   

[Monty Brown]

$200

[Espresso]

@Farmageddon

The Stowa watches you posted, while nice, are about 800 euros each. Well over the $300 price tag.

[Drazen]

I like the Jcrew x Timex compilation.

https://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/acce.../25399.jsp



I usually get compliments on this Nixon watch I have, in Gold.

http://www.nixon.com/us/en/mens/watches/...0451696-00



only $95 too.

These are lower end, but they're really not going to crap out on you in all likelyhood.

[savvylurker]

I recommend a Tissot watch. Some are around $300 on Amazon. Good look, design, and brand.

[Farmageddon]

Quote:

The Stowa watches you posted, while nice, are about 800 euros each. Well over the $300 price tag.

Yikes, I totally didn't see the 300 dollar limit. I just saw mid-range.

Yeah, one is 570 euros and the other 800 euros. My mistake.

[Tengen]

Funny, i had a friend who called me up asking for watch selection advice a few days ago. I directed them to Masculine Style

http://masculine-style.com/staple-20-the-watch/

Quote:

The simpler the face the more refined the watch looks
The more gaudy the face the more rakish the watch looks
The larger the face the more go-to-hell attitude the watch has
The smaller the face the more dandyish the watch appears
Leather bands are more refined than metal bands which are more refined than canvas bands
Thinner bands are more dainty while extra thick bands are more rugged
Analog is more refined than digital

[Tail Gunner]

(04-07-2014 12:06 AM)Tengen Wrote:  

Quote:

The simpler the face the more refined the watch looks
The more gaudy the face the more rakish the watch looks
The larger the face the more go-to-hell attitude the watch has
The smaller the face the more dandyish the watch appears
Leather bands are more refined than metal bands which are more refined than canvas bands
Thinner bands are more dainty while extra thick bands are more rugged
Analog is more refined than digital

I bought, sold, and collected high end watches for years. I agree with these rules as a general proposition, although there are certainly exceptions. Not written by a watch guy, though. It is a "dial", not a "face." lol

As someone mentioned, be extremely cautious of metal bands. Too tight. Too loose. Pull hairs. I have only owned one watch with a metal band that I truly liked. I got rid of all the rest. Buy a watch with a leather band and add a deployment clasp. Then you will not wear out the leather band.

[rudebwoy]

Nixon gold watches fade, so you will get a short life out of them.

Hamilton makes some nice watches, not sure if any are in that price range. Emporio Armani make some nice watches also.

I would get a simple square face watch with leather strap.

[Espresso]

Another solid option from Skagen (809XLTRB), only $130. Not as versatile as the one I posted above though.

[Lika]

(04-07-2014 08:25 PM)rudebwoy Wrote:  

Hamilton makes some nice watches, not sure if any are in that price range.

I would also spend a little more than 300 USD and get a Hamilton or a Tissot.

A good place to look a the options is:

http://www.watchmaxx.com/watches/gender-...e-Hamilton