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glock24 3T WIS
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The J-Springs Automatic diver I bought for my brother last Christmas has gone over well. He wears it religiously, and has grown found of automatic movements. That said, he has come to me asking about purchasing a second watch for his collection. This time he wants a "dressy" style watch for high level meetings with his customers. He's given me the following criteria; 1. $500 or under 2. Non-circular case. In other words any shape but round. 3. Thinner than his J-Springs diver to allow a better fit beneath his shirt sleeves 4. Must have a bracelet. 5. No skeleton watches 6. Automatic movement Any thoughts? I've narrowed down a few Orients for him to review, but am I missing any others? Thanks 3T! Last edited on Tue Sep 29th, 2009 10:15 am by glock24 |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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I think you can suggest Ball or Zeno to your brother. They have some entry models that will fit his price points.;) |
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Upside 3T WIS 
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Vostok Europe has some square ones, Invicta probably does too though I personally don't pay much attention to them. Alpha has some square ones too or, he could go vintage. |
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Janner 3T WIS 
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I can recommend Christopher Ward, I have one of these C15 Henleys http://www.christopherward-usa.com/PL2_MENS_C15-HENA_Men_C15-Henley-Automatic---New.htm |
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cfoster 3T WIS
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You might want to check out Philip Watch. http://www.philipwatch.net |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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I think, strictly speaking, a dress watch should be found on a strap, preferably an exotic. I think you have a good thing going with the Orients, and I like the CWs shown, but if you can dig one of these up I think its a great watch for a little dough. |
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elemental 3T WIS
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IWI has some models that will suit you.. The 2824 powered marine diver is under 500$ and to add a bracelet would still fall under..pictured is my UNITAS driven one |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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elemental wrote: IWI has some models that will suit you.. The 2824 powered marine diver is under 500$ and to add a bracelet would still fall under..pictured is my UNITAS driven one Nice watch but misses on two stated points:face4.gif 2. Non-circular case. In other words any shape but round. 3. Thinner than his J-Springs diver to allow a better fit beneath his shirt sleeves |
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elemental 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: elemental wrote:IWI has some models that will suit you.. The 2824 powered marine diver is under 500$ and to add a bracelet would still fall under..pictured is my UNITAS driven one for me...things are circular or not...sinn...circular..this isnt quite circular for me. that being said...what are sleeves? :). show me a chemist in non lab coat sleeves..and ill show you someone with ruined shirts.  |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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elemental wrote: Paxman wrote:elemental wrote:IWI has some models that will suit you.. The 2824 powered marine diver is under 500$ and to add a bracelet would still fall under..pictured is my UNITAS driven one Hey I agree completely on the sleeves. I only wear then when forced to. Makes wearing a MONGO watch a non-issue...:dude: |
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glock24 3T WIS
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Thank you gentlemen. These are some great suggestions and will certainly keep him busy with his decision. |
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Goofy 3T WIS 
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I've had my eye on the Exploding Scroll Case Deco for quite awhile from International Watchman. http://www.internationalwatchman.com/home.html |
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JKang 3T WIS 
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Second the CW Henley in one of its many permutations. *image from http://www.christopherward.co.uk Watchery also has some very dapper Hamilton Boultons going to a good price. http://www.thewatchery.com/Hamilton/Watch/H13511753 |
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glock24 3T WIS
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After looking at lots and lots of options, my brother's requirements seemed to have crept a bit. Rookie! Don't ask me how, but he's landed on a Seiko Premier Kinetic as his choice. http://www.seikowatches.com/products/premier/kinetic_p.html  It's a lot of money for a Seiko, and I'm disappointed that he didn't go with a real automatic (because this is really all about what I want!). He says it was the silver face and sub-dials that sold him. Anyone know of an automatic that might compete with this style Kinetic? He hasn't purchased anything yet. If not, thanks again for the recommendations. I might be picking up one of those Christopher Ward's for myself! Last edited on Thu Oct 1st, 2009 11:21 am by glock24 |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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glock24 wrote: After looking at lots and lots of options, my brother's requirements seemed to have crept a bit. Rookie! "Automatic that might compete with this style Kinetic?" Easy. The Lange & Sohne Big Date series of Lange 1....but that's just for style (minus the sub counters). For the price, add another zero to the budget and multiply by 4 .That Kinetic is ok but in my opinion, doesn't really hit the bullseye for a dress watch though. |
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Upside 3T WIS
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Ha ha, well, so much for it not being round eh? Still you've got to admit he's got a WIS in him trying to get out. He saw something he just HAD to have and he's getting it! Good for him, may it bring him much joy. |
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nicolasbdive 3T WIS 
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Upside wrote: Ha ha, well, so much for it not being round eh? Still you've got to admit he's got a WIS in him trying to get out. He saw something he just HAD to have and he's getting it! Agree with Upside, and I too have to put the CW on my list of must want's  ... that was definitely a spot-on recommendation based on the initial criteria |
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