Watches

[Dusty Chalk]

I know nothing about that price range. Rolex would be the de facto goto brand, I would think, but I would also look at Breitling (I've only ever seen one I like, though, myself), and Omega. Me, myself, personally, if I had that kind of money, I would probably get an Omega or a Zenith.

My recommendation to her would be to go to a high-end watch store (and be steadfast about saying "no" on the initial visit), and just start looking. I have found the line, "I'm just looking -- I've only just begun my search...so I'm just to here to get some initial ideas..." is a nice salesperson turn-off-er, without them kicking you out of the store and still helping you. I know of one in Towson MD, but don't know what the good ones are in NY. Do you have a Tourneau there?

[The Monkey]

The Project X site has some interesting "mods" for rolexes.

PROJECT X DESIGNS: LUXURY WRISTWATCH CUSTOMIZATION

I'm also a big fan of the new Bell & Ross Vintage collection. Maybe not snazzy enough?

Edited August 3, 2010 by The Monkey
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[Dusty Chalk]

I thought most Bell & Ross were beyond that price point, but again, I don't follow anything but the phantoms, so could be wrong.

[The Monkey]

Beyond 15k?

[Dusty Chalk]

MSRP, anyway.

And yes, a quick google shows I'm wrong, so of course add Bell & Ross to your list VPI.

[guzziguy]

I like Panerai watches. Maybe one of them may suit her, err him.

[VPI]

Yeah, I am taking over the B&R and Panerai for her to check out. I am also sending pics of a JLC Master Compressor and an AP ROO, both of which she might be able to pick up in her price range.

[laxx]

Zenith all the way!

Zenith, Jaeger LeCoultre, IWC, Glasshute, Lange & Sohne, in addition to the ones you mentioned.

50 Fathoms!

[VPI]

I really like the Blancpain 50 Fathoms but did not even think of that one.

Thanks.

[laxx]

Oh man, reading the post I just made, I just spewed whatever came to mind. Started with Zenith, ended with a shout out to Blancpain. hah

I'm also a really big fan of the Grand Seiko's and Seiko Spring Drives. The Spacewalk is my dream watch.

There's also Ulysse Nardin, though the only one I like is the Freak Phantom.

[grawk]

1500 knock off rolexes from times square

[Knuckledragger]

F Stop Watch

[Dusty Chalk]

So my mom mentioned that she keeps breaking her watches, but I happen to know that most of her watches are on the cheap side. I know something like the Nixon 51-30 would be sufficiently indestructible for her, but probably way too heavy. Anyone know of a high quality, large faced, yet lightweight, analog watch? Doesn't have to be "Dusty-approved low-contrast", in fact quite the opposite, traditional black on white would be good. Also doesn't have to be a "lady's" watch. I'm thinking ceramic, but that's getting outside of what I can afford (she won't want me to have spent too much on her, she threw a cow when I got her a $100 Philips microstereo).

[Salt Peanuts]

F Stop Watch

I kind of want one.

So my mom mentioned that she keeps breaking her watches, but I happen to know that most of her watches are on the cheap side. I know something like the Nixon 51-30 would be sufficiently indestructible for her, but probably way too heavy. Anyone know of a high quality, large faced, yet lightweight, analog watch? Doesn't have to be "Dusty-approved low-contrast", in fact quite the opposite, traditional black on white would be good. Also doesn't have to be a "lady's" watch. I'm thinking ceramic, but that's getting outside of what I can afford (she won't want me to have spent too much on her, she threw a cow when I got her a $100 Philips microstereo).

One of less quirky/weird Hamilton watches? I've got couple of Hamilton Khakis (Field and Field Officer, IIRC) and they've gone through a lot without any issues. They're not that heavy (at least for me), and I suspect quartz movement ones will be lighter than mine, which are hand winding models. They're not exactly cheap, though.

[n_maher]

Ok watch folks, my dad has tasked me with finding him a new digital watch. His want-list goes like this, "You know, not a $5 Timex". Otherwise I've been given nothing. I've added that it should be something that wouldn't look completely awkward on a 60+ year old guy which precludes a lot of the available affordable ($100ish) options so I'm looking for help.

[Dusty Chalk]

If you hate him, get him one of those digital ones.

Srsly: I think you should go for one of the e-ink ones:

That's pretty high tech for $150. Don't know if you can find it or its equivalent cheaper elsewhere.

I think those different panels are configurations, I don't think it cycles through them all like that.

[Voltron]

($80-100)

($130)

($66)

[grawk]

my dad's 65 and wears a g-shock

[n_maher]

I looked at a few g-shock models the other day, none of them spoke to me enough to buy one. I'm not saying I won't end up there, but I just want to explore options if they exist.

[grawk]

iPod nano with a strap

[boomana]

Though not a "cool" brand, if you're looking for something understated, try Kenneth Cole in the $100 range.

BlueDial Watches

Does it have to be just digital? If it can be analog and digital, Casio has a couple nice ones in that price range.

[grawk]

Today's chronoshark.com watch isn't digital, but does everything most digital watches do, and is dusty-licious

[Dusty Chalk]

(straightens throat)

[laxx]

The eagle has landed!

[gtp]

The eagle has landed!

Excellent choice. Sapphire or acrylic? Looks like acrylic but not sure...