Best Value (bang for your buck) watches

[D'Andy]

For Japanese watches, Seiko is my preferred bang-for-buck pick. Seiko, being affordable, is a great platform for mods too- another one of my hobby.



For Swiss watches, it would go to Ball. Both these brands have their own design identities and no others could beat their Lumibrite / Tritium tubes as yet.



Sometimes, I find that there are just too many brands stuffing in a movement into a homage case, and marketing it only for the revenue; so it's great to see Seiko and Ball still championing their own direction all this while.

[asimo]

I don't know about others , I find Ball incorporates design elements mainly from Rolex (eg. Product naming , ceramic bezel, shock system, marketing eg. Achievement /exploration, etc) and some from other brand such as Omega (aquaterra hand, caseback engraving, etc), Etc ..

Somehow I find Ball is very similar to Rolex in their marketing and product approach and overall positioning (albeit different level)

Anyone with similar thoughts ?


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[Cocas]

I don't know about others , I find Ball incorporates design elements mainly from Rolex (eg. Product naming , marketing eg. Achievement /exploration, etc) and some from other brand such as Omega (aquaterra hand, caseback engraving, etc), Etc ..

Somehow I find Ball is very similar to Rolex in their marketing and product approach and overall positioning (albeit different level)

Anyone with similar thoughts ?


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Heard that Rolex senior engineer joined Ball as CTO.

[bloodlegion]

For pure value, I say Seiko or Orient. Can't beat the classic Japan brands.

For value and a bit of history, Laco or Stowa, if you like fliegers (navigation watches).

[lshinxl]

Personally, i think there are quite a number of micro brands that do prove to be value for money. Namely, Zelos and Vilhelm. Usually within 1k range, ETA movement, play with unique materials like bronze, carbon fiber, titanium and ceramic, and intriguing designs.

[shengyang]

I always think that the best bang for buck are those JDM Seiko. You are paying 4R price for 6R movement.

[cubangang]

omega seamaster, due to its versatility in being a rugged watch to a very shiny and classy watch

[jacobng]

I personally feel that a beautiful watch is the Tissot Visodate which is below 2K with a discount - handsome, reliable and versatile.
Tool watch wise, I dive and I use a Vostok Amphibian 120512 which is mad reliable and it cost me less than 300 ringgit off the bay.

[mswong]

Seikos..

[Ajas]

Hot Rolex  Sport models.if you find one at retail price you can flip it at zero loss.


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[kukujiao]

way below RM2k a seiko cocktail

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[flyingbrick850]

Seiko 5 Sports would be the good choice!

I have 3 pieces so far and they were bought at different times and places. But their sturdiness and durability still the same. Their design also never out of fashion.

I will put up their get together photo later.

SARB033, with 6R15 movement, sapphire crystal, 50-hour power reserve and superb finishing is great value for its price.

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I second this!

Extremely best bang per buck for what you get. 350usd = RM1300+.

Impeccable stepped case finishing, brushed top lugs, stepped polished sides and polished bezel.

Sapphire crystal with seiko hardlex display back

No nonsense glossy black brownish baton dial with dauphine hands and seconds hand resembling a sewing needle.

Seiko 6r15 23 jewel movement beating at 21,600 bph. Rated at +25/-15 seconds a day. Seiko leaves a big gap in their accuracy ratings, mine run plus 4 seconds a day 

All in all, it's not a watch you buy to impress others. But you know that it's such a high quality watch to be had at this price point.

[istick99]

Yes Seiko maybe an option, as they producing a very good looking watch yet with their reliable movement. Can be consider value for money. Of course their top of the line were not be low price hence it compete with some of luxury Swiss watches too.

[entinggi]

I have to say when it comes to dress watches the Orient Bambino line is on of the best bang for your buck watch. But if you are looking for a tool automatic watch for your everyday wearing, you cant go wrong with the seiko 5.

[ChrisChong]

IWC pilot chronograph

[vinorus]

All Swiss made new watches on 70% off prices 

[DavidTan]

Besides Seiko , I think Hamilton offer very good value ... swiss watch but japanese watch pricing


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What is the pricing. It's look pretty nice.

[asimo]

Besides Seiko , I think Hamilton offer very good value ... swiss watch but japanese watch pricing


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What is the pricing. It's look pretty nice.

RRP around RM4K + ....

is available at Hang thai (ss2 PJ,  Bangsar village, atria,) as well as other retailers..
https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-int/collection/khaki-field/h72515585-khaki-field-skeleton-auto.html

[DavidTan]

Many thanks for your info

[mattwee89]

Guys, Oris watches are on par with which brand actually? Higher than Tissot and lower than Tag?

[entinggi]

Besides Seiko , I think Hamilton offer very good value ... swiss watch but japanese watch pricing


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What is the pricing. It's look pretty nice.

I have to agree.. The Hamilton Mech Field watch 38mm is one of the best value watches out there.

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[realist]

If you don't care about resale value then my vote goes to Longines

[tbgreen]

Qualified Daily Beater.

[haziqdzafer]

Heres another, the Seiko Presage SARX033 in house movement, sapphire glass, specially treated metal (hardened) for about RM3500. Build quality and finishing (reviewers say) rivals in Swiss watches 3 times more expensive.

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that is one sexy mf 

[iceburn]

Full agree with every bit you said. Best bang for bucks, the watch is super versatile can be dress up or down easily with different strap options. The longest staying watch in my collection throughout the years.

Seiko 5 Sports would be the good choice!

I have 3 pieces so far and they were bought at different times and places. But their sturdiness and durability still the same. Their design also never out of fashion.

I will put up their get together photo later.

SARB033, with 6R15 movement, sapphire crystal, 50-hour power reserve and superb finishing is great value for its price.

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I second this!

Extremely best bang per buck for what you get. 350usd = RM1300+.

Impeccable stepped case finishing, brushed top lugs, stepped polished sides and polished bezel.

Sapphire crystal with seiko hardlex display back

No nonsense glossy black brownish baton dial with dauphine hands and seconds hand resembling a sewing needle.

Seiko 6r15 23 jewel movement beating at 21,600 bph. Rated at +25/-15 seconds a day. Seiko leaves a big gap in their accuracy ratings, mine run plus 4 seconds a day 

All in all, it's not a watch you buy to impress others. But you know that it's such a high quality watch to be had at this price point.

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