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I spent $600ish on my Nixon 51 30 tide many yrs ago, now they are like $300. Still looks and works amazing, wear it surfing and everything
 
Those are some nice watches guys. I have a $60 fossil I bought in '96. That was alot of money for me at the time! Still works. Ever since cell phones came out I really dont have a reason to have a time piece on my wrist as well.... But I completely understand the attraction. I'm into pocket knives and dropping 250-300 on a knife seems acceptable to me. My 20 year old Fossil Blue and a Spyderco Lil Lion Spy.

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I could see myself getting into knives.
I always carry a pocket knife. Nothing fancy but I can see spending some money to have something thats sturdy, compact and holds a shape edge for a long time.
I guess the watch and knife thing is fairly similar.
Just different types of utility.
 
The world of expensive watches is fascinating. For example, authorized dealers vs grey market vs black market. There is a lot to consider before you purchase a watch in the 5K and up price range.
 
Well, considering most of you spend more on your watches than I do on my truck, I'm going to reserve sharing what my watch cost me :)

betcha we both get there on time.... hehe
 
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GregoXB said:
The world of expensive watches is fascinating. For example, authorized dealers vs grey market vs black market.
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Yup.

I'd never spend any real coin in the black market; you have no idea about what you're actually getting, where it's been, or who you're getting it from.

The authorized dealers on the other hand are often unwilling or unable to negotiate prices, though in tough economic times luxury watches are one of the first things people quit buying & I've been able to get as much as 30% off retail.

The grey market is an interesting compromise because you're getting the genuine article, just without the manufacturer's warranty & packaging. However, if you're not buying it as an investment, & you do your research on the particular watch you're interested in & pick something with bullet-proof reviews, the risks are pretty low.

I just got this grey market automatic Orient Marshall from Japan. I'm actually impressed with the quality in consideration of the price (MSRP is $250 & I got it for $100), though it's definitely not up to Swiss, or even Seiko, standards. The bracelet is especially cheap; I think I'll swap it out for a leather strap.

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Orient is a cool company. They meticulously build their watches and use in house movements just like Rolex, but the price is outstanding. :up:
 
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GregoXB said:
Orient is a cool company. They meticulously build their watches and use in house movements just like Rolex, but the price is outstanding. :up:
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Yup, I agree it's impressive that Orient is able to offer in-house movements at the prices they do. Having said that, the ETA 2824-2 found in just about anything Swiss that isn't a Rolex and/or over $10,000 is an awesome movement. I have it in 3 different watches & they all keep better time than the caliber 3135 in my Datejust.
 
Global Eyes said:
This one here is a knock off, considering the orig. is 10+g's.
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I've never had any luck with knock-offs. They stop working, or they begin tarnishing, within months. I've found it's best just to take the $100, $200, or $300 you'd spend on a knock-off, & buy a unique entry-level watch from a genuine brand that isn't trying to copy anything else. Having said that, the Miyota movement in that Hubolt knock-off should be decent. They are used in Citizens & such.

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Made in Merica
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Bulova is an American brand that puts out decent entry-level automatic watches. I believe they're owned by Citizen now so they probably use that same Japanese Miyota movement, at least in some of their models, as that knock-off Hubolt above...
 
wickedchop said:
You guys should give Nixon a go, you will be VERY satisfied....I love mine and it's been bulletproof for years
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I've always been mildly interested in Nixons, especially their 'Elite' models which use a Swiss ETA movement, but I find them a bit too fashion-oriented for my tastes. I'd be concerned about spending $1000 on a watch that will look dated in 3 years. What model do you have?
 
You gotta be careful with the knock offs. They are notorious for using unethical practices like child labor. That's not something I would want to endorse.
 
go cytocis said:
I've always been mildly interested in Nixons, especially their 'Elite' models which use a Swiss ETA movement, but I find them a bit too fashion-oriented for my tastes. I'd be concerned about spending $1000 on a watch that will look dated in 3 years. What model do you have?
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Nixon does have a very fashion oriented line-up and you are correct, why spend a good amount of cash for a dust collector in three yrs. That's why I choose the 51-30 tide stainless white face. Had it for four yrs now, paid $600 back then now you can get them as low as high $200's to the door. I wear it out to dinner, and wear it religiously surfing. It was designed for surfers hence the dial on the opposite side. It has NEVER missed a beat and I have yet to change the battery. Ill get a pic when I get home.
 

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