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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)

submitted 10 months ago by whatislife1001@alien.top to c/watches@style.land

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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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[–] fakuryu@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago (2 children)

With your budget, I'd go with quality more than "brand" recognition and Islander Watches punches way above their weight.

I'd suggest:

Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic - $285, 36mm, automatic NH36 movement, sapphire crystal w/ AR coating, sapphire display case back, milled clasp, timeless design and should fit any situation. Can't think of another watch that ticks all the boxes or is better for this price.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1k1mq3DVhg

https://preview.redd.it/k4mug81wca2c1.png?width=711&format=png&auto=webp&s=67c0b2a2dde5a26208413f5576adcd22bfff56ba

[–] Porky_Pine_@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago

This watch just doesn’t work. The delicate, super fine hands with the practical, bold 3 6 9 makes no sense. It doesn’t add up. I want to like Islander but it always misses imo.

[–] LocutusofPhilly@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago

I’ve always wanted to see their watches in person. I like to watch his videos on YouTube.