Suggestions for inexpensive dress watch

[deepcdvr]

When I used to wear a suit, I would go to the tailor to move the button of my left hand cuff to fit my watches... cheaper than a new watch.

Unless you want a new watch

Hadn't thought of that, although I'm always looking for a reason to get a new watch.

[JBZ]

It's hard to go back to a suit after being casual for a number of years. DC is one of the few places where everyone still wears them.

I wore some sort of uniform for 30 years, then shifted to the SOF support 'uniform' of tactical pants and polo shirts for 8 years after I retired and became a GS. Now I have a program manager job and have to wear a damn suit and tie at least two weeks out of the month. Wasn't a big deal when I wore off the rack stuff I bought when I retired - and was about 15 lbs heavier - but tailored suits are the norm in my paygrade in DC. To be honest, a well fitting suit is worth the price, but my marinemaster just won't fit.

When I started as a lawyer, it was suit and tie every day. Then everyone went business casual (lawyer business casual is collared shirt and khakis - we're a creative bunch). When I took at job with the State, it was back to suits, so I had to upgrade my wardrobe about 10 years ago. I still do casual on Fridays - my own little way of sticking it to the man (I'm a rebel).

Definitely worth spending a little more to get nice suits. They look far better, and if you take care of them they'll last.

[pbj204]

https://www.watchgecko.com/geckota-k-01 ... -strap.php

40mm ETA 2824 $575

[Torrid]

https://www.watchgecko.com/geckota-k-01 ... -strap.php

40mm ETA 2824 $575

I really like that one.

[Torrid]

SARB is definitely a safe bet. The SARX watches are a noticeable step up for 700ish.

They are. I had the SARX033 for awhile. Should have kept it. The nicest case and bracelet I've seen on a Seiko that didn't say Grand in front of the name.

[substitute]

I have the SARX017 - it's like the poor man's Aqua Terra.

From Google images: https://goo.gl/Qhn84n

[JDC222]

There's also the Glycine Combat 6 and 7....under $500.

[jeckyll]

So many options.

It's like crack for a flipper isn't it?


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[deepcdvr]

^^ funny guy

[jeckyll]

^^ funny guy

Am I wrong?!


Seriously, there are a lot of good options in this thread. I'm not sure myself what the best path would be. Might be tempted with an orient bambino as a simple and inexpensive dress watch.

Or just go do it right with something sporty that still works with your suit...


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[BacoNoir]

It's hard to go back to a suit after being casual for a number of years. DC is one of the few places where everyone still wears them.

I wore some sort of uniform for 30 years, then shifted to the SOF support 'uniform' of tactical pants and polo shirts for 8 years after I retired and became a GS. Now I have a program manager job and have to wear a damn suit and tie at least two weeks out of the month. Wasn't a big deal when I wore off the rack stuff I bought when I retired - and was about 15 lbs heavier - but tailored suits are the norm in my paygrade in DC. To be honest, a well fitting suit is worth the price, but my marinemaster just won't fit.

I'll go against the grain here and say don't buy a new watch. have you tailor add a little room to the sleeves on you watch arm and buck the system a bit! I hated wearing suits when I was in DC. Even at 7 AM, a one block walk from the Metro to the office meant I was soaked in sweat from the summer humidity.

[Ruggs]

It's hard to go back to a suit after being casual for a number of years. DC is one of the few places where everyone still wears them.

I wore some sort of uniform for 30 years, then shifted to the SOF support 'uniform' of tactical pants and polo shirts for 8 years after I retired and became a GS. Now I have a program manager job and have to wear a damn suit and tie at least two weeks out of the month. Wasn't a big deal when I wore off the rack stuff I bought when I retired - and was about 15 lbs heavier - but tailored suits are the norm in my paygrade in DC. To be honest, a well fitting suit is worth the price, but my marinemaster just won't fit.

I'll go against the grain here and say don't buy a new watch. have you tailor add a little room to the sleeves on you watch arm and buck the system a bit! I hated wearing suits when I was in DC. Even at 7 AM, a one block walk from the Metro to the office meant I was soaked in sweat from the summer humidity.

NYC is the same in the summer. Those subway platforms in a suit...

[BacoNoir]

Another option is to bump up the budget a hair and buy a used Sinn 556. Maintains the serious sports watch look but in a smaller and bit more dressy fashion.

[gwells]

556 is a good option if you can push for it.

Even tho I'm in DC (ok, Arlington, but close enough) I'm glad I'm in an industry that mostly eschews suits. I haven't worn one here since my job interview. Haven't worn even a tie in 7-8 years.

[deepcdvr]

^^ good stuff

My son lives in Arlington. He’s an engineer and they don’t wear suits there either

The 556 is a great option- I’ve had a couple and really like them but for now I’m going cheap - anyone selling anything?

Oh and I’m not widening my cuffs - i’m a cheap bastard and these were expensive shirts - plus, like I said, I’m looking for a reason to buy another watch

Also, forgot to add that I need a date complication. Plenty of great ideas on this thread, but need a date ‘cause I’m old.

[jimyritz]

Baume and Mercier Classima...maybe pre-owned..something from Oris or Tissot...

[jimyritz]

Baume and Mercier Classima...maybe pre-owned..something from Oris or Tissot...

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[Bradystraps]

Just ordered this as mine...

[AtomicTom]

Ever check out Tissot's V8 automatics Paul?



https://www.jomashop.com/tissot-watch-t ... 03101.html


How about something from Spinnaker like the Hull maybe?



https://www.spinnaker-watches.com/


Mido looks to make some nice ones too...







https://www.jomashop.com/mido-watches.h ... %5D#190455

Thinking some of these have to be out there which are used also sir.

[deepcdvr]

You guys are killing it today - some great suggestions! Really appreciate it

[logan2z]

Just ordered this as mine...

I don't know when WWII pilot's watches became dress watches, but nice Stowa.

[HapaHapa]

Ever check out Tissot's V8 automatics Paul?



https://www.jomashop.com/tissot-watch-t ... 03101.html


How about something from Spinnaker like the Hull maybe?



https://www.spinnaker-watches.com/


Mido looks to make some nice ones too...







https://www.jomashop.com/mido-watches.h ... %5D#190455

Thinking some of these have to be out there which are used also sir.

The black dial Mido and Spinnaker/Hull are very nice. Mido looks like lugs are specific to bracelet though.

[Bradystraps]

Just ordered this as mine...

I don't know when WWII pilot's watches became dress watches, but nice Stowa.

The moment I bought mine, silly boy.

[matt.wu]

I really don't think you need to go farther than the Seiko Presage if you're looking for a legit dress watch at that price range.

Some of these suggestions are just "small watches".

[gwells]

My son lives in Arlington. He’s an engineer and they don’t wear suits there either.

Where does he work? Randomly curious since we have 25 or so engineers.