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Omega Aqua Terra is an amazing watch that you can get for less than 6k on strap. Tbh you could probably get cheaper at an AD.
Although it is above your designated price range, I feel like I have to mention Tag Heuer Carrera 39mm chronograph. Its $6,450.
I wouldn't waste my time or money, I'd keep saving until I could comfortably afford the watch I really want to get. Good luck what ever you choose.
Speed master
Used GS Lake Suwa no question
Can’t get how in Japan they are selling it for 5.5k USD used whilst everyone else are listing them at 7k USD
They're 5.5k on Chrono24 no?
Yessir
Yeah I love those japan sellers. They're carrying Chrono24 hard :)
the original Lake Suwa was my favorite, just a slight turnoff that they kept coming out with other models that look pretty similar
Omega Speedmaster Professional with the sapphire back.
600 Invictas
Just hold on and save till you can get the watch you want …
I'm currently in the marlet for a watch around that budget as well and I've been looking at quite a few of smaller manufacturers. Like for example, Dornblüth & Sohn, Hentchel, Garrick, Sartory Billard, etc.
Wow thanks awesome recommendation love the dornblüth and hentschel. Hentschel is like starting 9k in euros
Not all of their models. Thanks to a post on here I've been really intrigued by their H2 hafenmeister (klassik) and it's 4,5-5k€. Depending on EU/non-EU and standard or Premium-Package.
I see, reading about DD&S i think I wanna go for one small shop handcrafted etc. sounds amazing
For that you could get a mint but pre-owned Zenith Chronomaster Original (El Primero).
Grand Seiko
$6k? You are on the edge blancpain FF vs omega … it’s purgatory really.
You do not need to buy the most expensive watch you can afford, you can also buy the cheapest watch you love.
These things are toys and jewlery none of which or “worth it” so you should not be stretching yourself whatsoever to get one. I love many of the watches you and others listed but I would also checkout brands like Nomos which make beautiful and great pieces for 3k or less.
Seiko Spring drive Snowflake.
Look for a used Datejust II for $7k
OMEGA SPEEDMASTER PROFESSIONAL. ALL DAY. I've been drooling over that watch for years now since collecting in 2016. Absolutely perfect.
Panerai submersible or an explorer probably
A Santos
Aqua Terra
Those older Railmasters hit the sweet spot!
What are the watches you like that are 8-10k? Maybe there is an "equivalent" a bit cheaper?
Have you considered getting an used one? Don't stay for something that doesn't meet your goal.
A nice textured GS with power reserve
I think I'd get a Seiko Prospex LX dive watch. Spring drive, top shelf quality, indestructible, without the obnoxious Grand Seiko or Swiss branding.
Used JLC Polaris. One and done.
That’s a nice one love JLC
GS. Always GS.
I would look at Longines Spirit (gmt or not)
BB58 925
New FC Big Date Power Reserve one, it's a bit under 5k, amazing value, all depends what kind of watch you want rly, FC Highlife Worldtimer can be had for around 3k and it's amazing, you can get Zenith Defy for 4000-4500
Probably Aqua Terra blue. IWC mark 20 is nice, but its not as versatile.
Omega Aqua Terra 41
I'd save up for a glashuthe original or Nomos metro datum
Anything from Cartier
Speedy. Tudor (model depending on your size preference but 54 or 58 are awesome and leaves you money for a second watch) I’d check out Grand Seiko and IWC too. Lots in there under that price target.
I will sell you my Oris Big Crown Pointer Date for $6k
😂
16233 datejust
Save up and get the watch you want
GS shunbun, my grail
Speedmaster or a 5 digit Datejust. Can't go wrong with either one.
Do not buy a watch unless it's the one you actually like. This kind of thread is just asking what watches other people like.
Omega Seamaster diver 300. So sexy and versatile. Use a rubber or canvas band for everyday, leather to dress it up.
