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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 11:49 am |
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RedHerring Guest
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Hi everybody. I've been out of the watch scene for about 10 years. I was never a collector, but owned a few nice ones. One hobby led to another, and I got rid of my Rolex, which was my regular watch, about 8 years ago to fund a ton of saltwater fishing gear. Anyhow, I recently sold my boat as I just wasn't using it like I used to. So, I thought I'd start slowly back into watches. I've pretty much always been a one watch guy, so I'm not looking to build a collection. I currently have a few Seiko quartz chronographs and a couple of Gshocks. In the last year or so I have been a fairly regular lurker on a few forums and was amazed at the large amount of micro companies that have come out. Anyhow, I want to start slow so here are my requirements: Dive watch Automatic Under$1500 Not blingy no larger that 44or 45mm on a bracelet something that doesn't look like everything else out there. I realize this is kind of vague, but it is a start. No hurry so please don't feel the need to find me one today. If you get the time, just throw out a suggestion or two and if it's not too much trouble maybe a pic or link to the watch. Thanks - Red
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 11:59 am |
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scottran 3T WIS 
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The Dievas Aqualuna is a pretty sweet watch.
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 12:35 pm |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Welcome to the forum...good to have you....I would recommend a Doxa..has the specs you want and is rarely seen other than the forums. That said for $1500, you would have to find a used one, which is not all that difficult. Scotts recommendation is a good one also 
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 12:38 pm |
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chris s. 3T WIS 
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Stowa ProDivers have a unique case style. They are a love or hate thing though. Here's mine 
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 05:35 pm |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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I think the Oris TT1 is a great value and can be be bought for around 800 new 
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 07:39 pm |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Good suggestion all here but two things you said pushed me in this direction... Limes 1Tausend Series II Blue Dial on Bracelet. This addresses both your wish to be a little off the beaten path and imho the one watch guy factor.;) It just gravy that this is a 1000m dive watch. Killer case, fairly sleek and stealthy in its presence and the blue dial is just funky enough to set it apart from the crowd of classic blues. CJ had this on a strap and it was just a great watch.We called it gumball blue... reminds me of the original Miata blue.:D Great lume too.
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 09:30 pm |
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canadajo 3T WIS
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would agree without hesitance ...... this watch is awesome in every category ! Paxman wrote: Good suggestion all here but two things you said pushed me in this direction... Limes 1Tausend Series II Blue Dial on Bracelet.
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 09:47 pm |
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jdmac 3T WIS 
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Hi RED, Listen I just found an Ebay Member who has a few Vintage NOS Divers available and Realy Good Prices........ Go to Ebay.com and Copy and Pate this Item in and view his others DROOOOOOL Worthy!!! (not to mention some items that are going to Increase in value!) item # 200297845502 Let me know what you think! Cheers, JD
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| Posted: Wed Feb 18th, 2009 10:29 pm |
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chunkychew 3T WIS 
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Hey Red welcome to 3T! I think all the watches the guys gave are winners maybe take a look at a Sinn U1 or a Kobold Soarway. They are at the higher end of your price and size range but they are different! Good Luck! _Chris
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| Posted: Thu Feb 19th, 2009 01:04 am |
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RedHerring Guest
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Thanks guys. I like the Sinn U1 on rubber. I also like several of the doxas as well, not to mention the Oris. With the exception of the doxa bracelet, I pretty much like something that resembles an oyster type bracelet. The Limes is great, but the bracelet is a little busy. Thanks for the suggestions. - Red
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| Posted: Thu Feb 19th, 2009 01:39 am |
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Nighthawk 3T WIS
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I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned Boschett watches. Keith has some great peices, including a limited edition dive watch specifically for members of this forum. I own a Cave Dweller, and I guarantee it's the most bang for the buck you can find. The bracelet is especially unique and substantial and the price is unbeatable. The only drawback for some folks is that the Cave Dweller has a Japanese automatic movement (Miyota 8215) rather than a Swiss automatic. If that's important, the Reef Ranger or the Reef Ranger LE should fit the bill with Swiss ETA 2824 movements. Keith is a sponsor here and has his own forum with other manufacturers. In fact, if Boschett doesn't have something you like, I'm betting that one of the other brands will! Have a look and good luck.
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| Posted: Thu Feb 19th, 2009 01:50 am |
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specopswxguy 3T WIS 
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Tony Duronio wrote: Welcome to the forum...good to have you....I would recommend a Doxa..has the specs you want and is rarely seen other than the forums. Ditto on the Doxa. You can find appreciated used Doxas on the Bay or on the Doxa Sales Forum. I found my used 750T Pro on the SDF. for 1K and haven't looked back.You may also want to look at Zinex Dive Watches. They are in your price range new and are great divers. Either way let us know what you picked and don't forget the Camera_photos.gi . Doug N Plano, TX
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