Seiko suggestions

[wasatch]

Hey everyone,

So I think I want to get myself a beater watch. Here is what I am looking for:

Bulletproof (not literally, of course!)
Automatic
Diver-style
Price range: $100-$175
Compatible with NATO-like strap
Added bonus: chronograph (that may be asking a bit too much)

I'm thinking I want to go with a Seiko diver (unless anyone knows of a higher-quality watch for a similar price).

Let the ideas fly!!!!! Santa's getting anxious

[kz1000]

These are mine and I wear them all the time. They're a great value

[Warren]

I think have everyone should have a little pet monster. Never seen one on a nato though, probably wouldn't fit those short lugs.

[Sam]

2nd vote for a Monster. Way cool watches for under $150 bucks.

wetowne said:

Never seen one on a nato though, probably wouldn't fit those short lugs.

A NATO does fit Warren....20mm. Although it seems too out of balance to me. The watch case is so heavy that it just feels weird on the wrist. The rubber strap looks sharp though.

Might want to check into a Samurai, too. Those are sweet. I was actually thinking about picking up a black dial titanium one. The Ti version is closer to $250 I think....but the SS version should be in your price range.

[Adam]

I think my first choice in that range would be either the monster or the 007 like Jeff's. The monster is more "unique" to me and the 007 more of a classic design. The monster is a pretty hefty watch, I have put a nato on it before but I didnt really like the look. I personally like it best on the rubber strap, but the bracelet is really nice. I love this watch so much i have really considered getting the orange version ;D ;D

Plus its the only watch i know of that will compare to the lume on your SMP




Another great seiko is the samurai. I have the white dial and love it. right now i have it on this really thick panerai style rubber strap and it looks great.

[atomic]

Another vote for the monster!

[wasatch]

Atomic,

I love that Panerai

I am in the middle of bidding on the bay. I'll let you know if I'm successful.

[atomic]

Thanks... it's an 01B, from 1999. The 01 is the predesessor to the 111. I just love it. At first I missed not having a date on my watch... not I don't even care what day of the month it is.

Now, I'd just like to move my ExpII and replace it with a PAM210.