Explorer could be a simple option
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I general it’s the easiest, except I like the 1016 so much better (because of the font choice) but I’d feel more comfortable beating up a new one. Ridiculous I know!
Seiko presage line has been my go to
One vote for Tudor BB36…the old one! I’m not as much a fan of the newer one, I quite like the “smiley” text on the dial. Reliable and hardy
My vote is Black OP36 or an Explorer I. Since you mentioned price of 1016s (personally I just don't like the feel / build of vintage watches after being used to modern ones), there's a lot of microbrands that do nice watches which reference the 1016 and similar designs like the Lorier Falcon and Smiths Everest. I tried on the Lorier at Wind Up in NYC and liked it much better than I had expected.
Speedy Pro Moonwatch
I’ve tried one on at an AD and felt a touch too big unfortunately. Plus I kinda feel like everyone has one. I do like the the early 2000’s speedy day / dates with the sundials at 12,9, and 6 maybe
Ball Marvelight Caring Edition
Cool looking good everyday Watch that’s a conversation starter at night
It's quite thick though.
Good to know thx!
For a GADA, I look for led than 12mm
For sure! I’m picky in general about lug to lug measurements and thickness. Makes a huge difference in terms of wearability
If you want a truly black watch then my vote would be the Tudor Black Bay Ceramic
https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/black-bay-ceramic?gclid=Cj0KCQiApOyqBhDlARIsAGfnyMpwrj2Pf3SAtMj3UCqWt_QvUL6kRXwaYlozkeBYKmr1gpnqih-m998aAjQ6EALw_wcB&ef_id=Cj0KCQiApOyqBhDlARIsAGfnyMpwrj2Pf3SAtMj3UCqWt_QvUL6kRXwaYlozkeBYKmr1gpnqih-m998aAjQ6EALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!141!3!563596469001!e!!g!!tudor%20black%20bay%20ceramic%20watch!15348440144!138612441028
Ohhh dang, that looks pretty sweet! Maybe a dumb question but would ceramic be lighter weight than stainless steel?
https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/black-bay-ceramic
Here's a link without all the tracking garbage if that annoyed anyone else like it did me.
A diver would be perfect something like a sub if it’s too expensive I’d go for a good old seiko
What’s going on with that laco? Its dial looks tropical but I didn’t know they made one. is it just the lighting?
SBGX261... works with everything all of the time
Can you please help narrow it down a bit:
- Budget
- Casual/Dress/Diver/Field
- Established brand/Micro-brand
- Looks: Crazy/Something Different/Plain
Can get the ceramic black gmt master II for ~$10k nowadays - would be a cool option
First Gen 36mm aqua terra
I wish my existing AT was 36 instead of 39! The 39 I have has sentimental value and not sure I’d be willing to have two of the same watch but otherwise that’s probably THE answer!
Ranger or Explorer would be a great addition.
I picked up the new Seiko Alpinist GMT SPB379 and highly recommend. If you have no use for the gmt, you can save money with the Alpanist sharktooth SPB117.
Monta Atlas is a great microbrand option too.
Wow whats that black chrono?
There's a lot of good suggestions here. Maybe a Seiko SARB033. Pretty slick finishing for the price and can be dressed up or down easily.
I love that OP Date. I'd wear that every day if I had it.
Love the Longines.
Hey thanks! It’s actually my favorite watch. The subtle variation between the waffle pattern on the dial and the circles in the sub-dials + the blued hands just gets me every time! Plus I just like chronographs a lot. Fun way to time my coffee in the morning ha
Maybe look into one of Seiko’s Presage Urushi lacquer dialed watches like the SPB405. I have the SARX029 and the Urushi dial is really something you have to admire in person. Also cool Japanese background as the dials are handmade by a traditional Urushi lacquer craftsman.
Oh wow, that’s beautiful! I really like the little crescent moon as the seconds hand counter weight too! I’m going to have to see if I can find a place locally to look at these. Definitely has the subtle but unique factor that I like. Thanks!
Sinn 556. Sinn U50.
Tudor Pelagos 39, or the new FXD titanium black dial, or a BB58 black/gilt.
Oris Diver 65 Cal 400.
Grand Seiko SBGA467
IWC Pilot Mark XX, your Laco might get jealous. IWC Ingenieur.
Nomos Tangomat or Ahoi
Omega Railmaster.
Breitling Chronomat GMT (Tudor movement).
Squale 1521 Classic COSC
These are all great options! The Railmaster was on my short list but was leaning towards the denim dial which doesn’t solve this problem ha, would love an IWC but totally agree it might make the Laco obsolete and I have some sentimental value there, a Sinn or the new Pelagos seems maybe perfect though. Have you tried on the Pelagos 39 by any chance?
I have the Pelagos 39. Wonderful watch. The t-fit bracelet is fantastic. It’s also great on an Erika’s Original Marine National strap.
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IWC 43mm Pilot Chrono?
Looks beautiful but would def be too big for me unless I dedicate my 2024 to only forearm curls! Thanks though
The new 39mm Longines is on my radar
Totally agree! I really want to go try one on. Some Longines, including the prior version of this, have lugs that are too long for my wrists but this one seems like it might fit the bill!
I would say an omega speedmaster on black leather or a nato
I tried a speedy pro on years ago and felt it wore just a touch too big and then basically wrote it off. Of course it was on a bracelet as it was at an AD. Do you think they wear smaller on a leather / nato strap?
Tissot PRX
Unfortunately I’m a rare breed that’s not a fan of the PRX, or really most integrated bracelets. Thanks though
I love the thinking behind this. Good looking watch. What are the dimensions?
I feel like I missed the parent comment to this. Which watch are you asking about? Assuming you were asking me haha
Sinn 556 I RS
This is the red seconds hand version right? Definitely in the running!
The new glass box Carrera is fantastic.
Sorry for two posts. I remembered the Omega Seamaster Railmaster 220.10.38.20.01.002
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As I see you'd like to stay below 5k I believe you can't do better than a Black Bay. The BB58/54 would be a killer daily. Also the new BB Heritage in 41 looks awesome on the jubilee bracelet, I am waiting to see if they follow up the burgundy bezel with other color variants (not a big fan of red).
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