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Main Forums => General Discussion - Modern Watches => Topic started by: BigPicture on September 08, 2017, 08:30:21 PM
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I am a firm believer in getting good value for my $ and although watches tend to be very personal choices I do believe we can agree that certain watches are better value than others.
Id like to start this thread by highlighting the Tissot Ballade Powermatic 80 COSC
https://www.tissotwatches.com/en-my/shop/tissot-ballade-powermatic-80-cosc.html
This watch has a anti magnetic silicon balance spring, 80 hour power reserve and COSC standards for about RM4k!
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Not bad looking too!
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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.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/aabcc39cf05dda7c544dba326e97e287.jpg)
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Wow! Good job @BigPicture bro !
Very nice info sharing :thumbsup:
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170909/aa6bad77acf7a060e2347439f190b0f1.jpg)
Better value ..
Nice Seiko for around RM1.7K
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170909/8da21fd2bdefd372d3a693493c19a33c.jpg)
My most value for buck watch .. DW6900
around RM350.. with long history, reliable & tough and really used by astronauts and law enforcement agencies and military in action ...
No nonsense watch..
Check it out !
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My most value for buck watch .. DW6900
around RM350.. with long history, reliable & tough and really used by astronauts and law enforcement agencies and military in action ...
No nonsense watch..
Check it out !
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That's definitely a classic. Can you still find this models?
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170909/aa6bad77acf7a060e2347439f190b0f1.jpg)
Better value ..
Nice Seiko for around RM1.7K
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Which movement does this one use? Also does it use sapphire or hardlex?
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Seiko SRPB 05J1 Cal. R35, 23 jewels, Sapphire
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All Seiko watches represent best bang for buck, in my opinion.
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Actually I should have mentioned that I was posting bang for buck premium/luxury class mechanical watches. I would consider seiko and citizen to have watches of that class but not Casio or times. The seiko I posted was a presage line which is the highest non- grand seiko.
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Actually I should have mentioned that I was posting bang for buck premium/luxury class mechanical watches. I would consider seiko and citizen to have watches of that class but not Casio or times. The seiko I posted was a presage line which is the highest non- grand seiko.
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Thanks for your clarification.
I removed my post to ensure the thread can be more focused on the watches that the thread is discussing about.
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Thank you sir, is there a way I can edit my first post using tapatalk? I'm very new to all this,
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Best value imho is the Seiko 5, where else can we get everything for less the RM500?
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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.
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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.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170913/4b747d851fd8d9fb64bd71a9c13cfd15.jpg)
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looking sharp
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Besides Seiko , I think Hamilton offer very good value ... swiss watch but japanese watch pricing
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My lovely Seiko 5 Sports
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Hamilton and high end seiko both great value luxury watches. I would also consider Frederick constant. Especially their ultra thin moonphase.
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If you're lucky enough to get this watch, it is watch is sold out in Malaysia.
Online sellers selling for 2x original cost in less than 2 years, legend in recent times.
https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/a-seventy-five-dollar-watch-that-looks-like-a-million-bucks
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Omega seamaster 300m diver or tudor blackbay if you like dive bezel watches, Omega speedometer professional if you like chronographs, and consider some nice bell & ross like the vintage series if you like something in between.
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Omega 300M diver
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Seiko Monster.
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Seiko will always be one of the most valuable watches in my dictionary. I might even consider going into seiko house clocks when my house is ready ;D
Affordable yet decent in their quality. Orient and gshock come close to second. Well, those higher ends do have better quality but this will be my go-to-watches when I travel overseas or doing my technical work.
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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.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LJ48C1a2nVg/WOh35nQq5qI/AAAAAAAAJqI/jVHeBP2ZoEMP3Ss4RravLMHUyrtkj5_nACLcB/s640/IMG_20170408_124514.jpg)
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.
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_MNtptQYQB8/WTkY32aw6XI/AAAAAAAAJ_M/NPZsNEjI7KAyBSR0LUTAOrlvEbE_sPd-gCLcB/s640/IMG_20170607_214120.jpg)
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.
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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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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.
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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).
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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.
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I always think that the best bang for buck are those JDM Seiko. You are paying 4R price for 6R movement.
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omega seamaster, due to its versatility in being a rugged watch to a very shiny and classy watch
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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.
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Seikos..
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Hot Rolex Sport models.if you find one at retail price you can flip it at zero loss.
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way below RM2k a seiko cocktail
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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.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170913/4b747d851fd8d9fb64bd71a9c13cfd15.jpg)
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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 ;D
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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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.
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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.
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IWC pilot chronograph :)
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All Swiss made new watches on 70% off prices ;)
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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.
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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
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Many thanks for your info :Cheers:
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Guys, Oris watches are on par with which brand actually? Higher than Tissot and lower than Tag?
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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. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180625/0ab7e4cf4f029b28b56d7355679d0831.jpg)
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If you don't care about resale value then my vote goes to Longines
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Qualified Daily Beater.
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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.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/aabcc39cf05dda7c544dba326e97e287.jpg)
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that is one sexy mf :o
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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.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170913/4b747d851fd8d9fb64bd71a9c13cfd15.jpg)
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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 ;D
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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Best Value Mechanical Watch: Seiko 5
Best Value Swiss: Maurice Lacroix, Oris
Best Value Japan: Seiko Presage
Best Value Haute Horology: Arnold and Son
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G shock? should be best value for money, extreme durability
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Best bang for the buck: Seiko
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Agree. You can get a dress Seiko 5 for less than RM500. Lower if you know where to look.
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Got this from japan site around 600. Very unique I think worth it
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The most recent one for me is the Halios Seaforth. I ordered two of them.
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