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[Recommendation request] I feel very out of place on this sub with all the really cool watches. But I really need some suggestions on a watch to gift my Fiancé. Budget about 200-300$ or lesser. (alien.top)
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He would like something all black with a strap. I mainly need suggestions for brands that I can look into that would have a good watches in this range. I’d prefer something that has name value also I guess? And I’m kind of a noob and don’t really know much. Pls help! Thankyouu

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[–] vgcamara@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Check Ben's-Watch-Club in youtube for great reviews on affordable watches. He has a great list of options HERE There are tons of cheap Chinese watches but quality will vary a lot. He reviews all kinds of watches and filters out all the bad ones.

You can also check r/ChineseWatches for some recommendations. Some brands seems to like there are SanMartin and Steeldive

As most people will agree: Seiko, Orient, and Citizen are the most common options. Some examples

- THIS orient Kamasu FOR $240

- Any Seiko 5 (too many Seikos to mention all tbh)

It's not a great brand but for $72 the Invicta Pro diver is a good watch for the price.

Boldr also has good options within your budget like THIS one for $299

[–] Tall_Initiative_8488@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

Also: seagull 1963.

[–] joeyirv@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

https://preview.redd.it/56mu2wa42b2c1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e5fb2914961fa00c051383e1aac5da9278b17131

loving my new san martin sn0121. great watch for under $200, better than seiko sand orients for similar price range by a mile. i bought in watchdives.com fyi - they offer an extended warranty compared to ali express or buying from the manufacturer.

[–] vgcamara@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Looks great tbh. Dimensions?

[–] joeyirv@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

39mm in diameter Lug to Lug 47mm Thickness 12.8mm Band width 20mm Weight: 152g

[–] vgcamara@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

Wow that's pretty good actually. Might have to look for one. Thanks!