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Main Forums => General Discussion - Modern Watches => Topic started by: Zop on April 08, 2013, 10:15:12 PM
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Hi, I would like to ask any brand suggestion for Swiss made watches for "entry level" newbie? Sorry to say that my budget only 1.5k at this moment... I knew this budget is too low compare with those taiko here.. But I wish someone can enlighten me if there is a Swiss made watches which is within my budget...many thanks.. :Cheers:
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Tissot
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Swatch - the most basic entry level Swiss watch brand. :thumbsup:
If you are looking for a notch or two higher - Certina or Tissot.
:Cheers:
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Tissot, Oris, Mido
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Tissot, Oris, Mido
Think oris and mido not under my budget right?if yes can hint me which model that you are referring to?
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Swatch has a nice mechanical collection. Suggest you try this out: COLD HOUR YRS403
(http://api2.swatch.com//images/product/YRS403/sa050/YRS403_sa050_nvz.jpg) Photo taken from the web
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Swatch has a nice mechanical collection. Suggest you try this out: COLD HOUR YRS403
(http://api2.swatch.com//images/product/YRS403/sa050/YRS403_sa050_nvz.jpg) Photo taken from the web
Hi meoramri, thanks for your suggestion. It's look nice. Will drop by and see the actual unit.. :thumbsup:
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Must be swiss? In that case Swatch ur only choice for a swiss auto at that price range.
If not, Japanese divers are great value for money like the Seiko Monster Series and the Orient Mako series.
Or if you are not pantang chinese. Seagull makes great watches. Unfortunately you have to order them online, but Seagull makes some really good mechanical watches.
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Must be swiss? In that case Swatch ur only choice for a swiss auto at that price range.
If not, Japanese divers are great value for money like the Seiko Monster Series and the Orient Mako series.
Or if you are not pantang chinese. Seagull makes great watches. Unfortunately you have to order them online, but Seagull makes some really good mechanical watches.
Hi Ivanpei, thanks for ur input.. :Cheers:
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swiss quartz is still swiss, if you insist on swiss
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Victorinox Swiss Army.
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I've seen some online seller selling Tissot watch at unbelievable low price. Is there any way to check authentic of Tissot watch?
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I've seen some online seller selling Tissot watch at unbelievable low price. Is there any way to check authentic of Tissot watch?
If the price is too good to be true, it usually is.
Online sellers, whether ebay, lelong or "pasar malam" website are notorious for fakes and scams. No way to check. As they say, the only way to protect yourself is to, "buy the seller".
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Save another couple of thousands, and then get a pre loved rolex 6694
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There's a nice Steinhart Flieger in the classifieds for sale at 1.15k
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You can get Pre owned Oris with that budget..Though I agreed with Rusminag..Save rm2k more & get a 6694..A good way to start yr affiliation with Rolex, classic vintage watch & u don't have to worry if 1 day u decide to flip it over.. :thumbsup:
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not easy finding a 6694
edited: tonykpk has one selling :laugh:
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With your budget, I definitely recommend Tissot. There's a range which is around RM1.6K. Tissot is a good entry level luxury watch. It's an established Swiss brand with a long history. If you're buying for fashion statement and class, go for it. If you're looking for advanced complications and tech, you might want to try Seiko. Not that Swiss' watches doesn't have advanced complications, but it'll costs a bomb. The point is, in general, for the same set of features between a Swiss watch and Japanese watch, Swiss watch is always a class above and more expensive mainly because of its history, quality, heritage, image and branding. Tech-wise, Japanese watches are as good as Swiss but they simply doesn't have enough of the attributes mentioned above.
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Ya. I was thinking pre owned watches that is within my budget too.. But I do not know where to find those stuff? Can recommend me the reliable website or seller? Much appreciated.. :angel:
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yup...save another few month get a rolex
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That Swatch really looks nice........do they have it here in KL?
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That Swatch really looks nice........do they have it here in KL?
Yap. I agree. Keen to know if it is available here too. Mind pm me the seller if against forum rules. :thumbsup:
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I recommend the Hamilton x-wind watch to you, which will get under your budget on amazon online site. I think You could be your best watch purchase so far.
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That Swatch retrograde looks really nice but if only it came with an automatic movement.
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How about Frederique Constant? Saw one nice looking moonphase at Dubai airport this morning. Selling for abt RM2400. Tempted to but need to take a break...
Ok, found it from the official website:
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/1to12/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png) (http://s1339.photobucket.com/user/1to12/media/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png.html)
A bit higher than your budget but am sure they have other pieces that are within. Happy Hunting!!
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looks tempting
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Think it is nicely designed and with the complication... a steal for the money, imo. :Cheers:
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How about Frederique Constant? Saw one nice looking moonphase at Dubai airport this morning. Selling for abt RM2400. Tempted to but need to take a break...
Ok, found it from the official website:
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/1to12/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png) (http://s1339.photobucket.com/user/1to12/media/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png.html)
A bit higher than your budget but am sure they have other pieces that are within. Happy Hunting!!
Quartz movement...?
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How about Frederique Constant? Saw one nice looking moonphase at Dubai airport this morning. Selling for abt RM2400. Tempted to but need to take a break...
Ok, found it from the official website:
A bit higher than your budget but am sure they have other pieces that are within. Happy Hunting!!
Quartz movement...?
Just checked... you are right! It is quartz. Sorry for assuming it was automatic (actually didn't really thought about it). I am usually attracted to the design more than movements, although not quartz. No wonder it's "cheaper"...
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Just checked... you are right! It is quartz. Sorry for assuming it was automatic (actually didn't really thought about it). I am usually attracted to the design more than movements, although not quartz. No wonder it's "cheaper"...
FC does has automatic version similar to the said watch, but as aspected the price do reflects the better movement too.
Look for FC Moontimer
(http://www.montres-passion.fr/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Index-Moon-Timer-Frederique-Constant.jpg)
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Cool, thanks. Does look handsome in black...
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Frederique Constant is getting quite strong lately. It got the underdog, under-the-radar yet pretty competitive quirk. And they also produce in-house movement.
One fair example is the Worldtimer. It look stunning, is a limited edition (but not rare), fitted with in-house highly decorated movement, and retail at around 3000 USD, which is relatively cheap actually.
(http://montre24.com/postimg1/3(20).jpg)
(http://montre24.com/postimg1/2(40).jpg)
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Waiting for Alpina in-house lineups...
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You can find a lot of obscure Swiss brands out there... and try looking for purchases overseas.
For example, I have a Revue Thommen Pro Diver. I'd gotten this off WUS for around SGD500. But in SG, it's sold at the boutiques for SGD2,500, before discount. The cheapest I've known anyone get it was at SGD1,800.
BUT
This same watch is available on Amazon UK for £400+!! And the version with just a leather strap and in a plain slim case is just £200+!! Guys, it's the same watch!!!
So look out for good deals.
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Russian Movement.....Vostox Europe....
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Check out Hamilton's latest offering, the Intramatic.
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How about Frederique Constant? Saw one nice looking moonphase at Dubai airport this morning. Selling for abt RM2400. Tempted to but need to take a break...
Ok, found it from the official website:
(http://i1339.photobucket.com/albums/o706/1to12/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png) (http://s1339.photobucket.com/user/1to12/media/FrederiqueConstantMoon_zpsb364d09c.png.html)
A bit higher than your budget but am sure they have other pieces that are within. Happy Hunting!!
Reminds me of the pp 2499. Haha!
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i never like swatch watches,was looking like plastic watches..cheap feel.. but until this moment, i saw someone post nice swatch photos.. surprise me of the style.. and the price as well.. wondering where can review it, can anyone help? thx..
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look out for Louis Erard.
Some deals to be found in KL, if you haggle well.
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i have Louis.. design was amazingly nice.. white pearl face black pointer really stand out..
never regret had owned that..
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Tissot is a good entry level watch