Help choosing a watch

[Kliro]

Hi, I'm after a vintage watch, something thats a little bit different.

I'd say the absolute maximum is £400, but ideally under £300.

Don't really know what else to say, but all opinions/suggestions are welcome.

TIA

[Ramrod]

Why vintage?

[Kliro]

None of the recent styles have impressed me.

I much prefer this kind of style; http://www.thewatchguy.com/websiteimages/omega/ss_omega_seamaster1.jpg

[Cobbydaler]

Try joining the forums here (http://www.watchuseek.com/forums.htm)

[Ramrod]

I have one of these .....dunno how much to sell it for though

[Kliro]

They seem to be going for about 1-2k on ebay. (http://search.ebay.co.uk/omega-speedmaster_W0QQfkrZ1QQfromZR8)

[Ramrod]

Hmmm..........the speedmaster moonwatch goes for more, as do vintage models. Mine is about 8 years old, the metal strap needs re-assembling (it's got a leather strap on atm) and it has kept lousy time since about one year after I bought it.....in spite of it being serviced 3 times! (my theory is that my electromagnetic aura scr*ws up the mechanical movement)
It cost about £1500 new btw.....I wouldn't want anything near that but my concern is it's timekeeping.......

[Kliro]

£1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping.

I've always held omega in quite high esteem, how bad's the timekeeping?

[danielf]

I've had two Jacob Jensen (http://www.zgwatches.co.uk/acatalog/Womens_Jacob_Jensen_Watch.php)(Danish Designer) watches. Designs are varied, but generally quite minimalistic and stylish (and slim). They certainly look different/timeless, and should fit your budget.

Another option might be the swiss 'station clock' watch, though I find that too bulky (if nice looking).

Edit: this (http://www.zgwatches.co.uk/acatalog/Jacob_Jensen_Watches_Womens_Jacob_Jensen_Watch_Tit anium_672.php) is a nice example. Notice the 5 mm height (though this happens to be a women's model)

[Ramrod]

£1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping.

I've always held omega in quite high esteem, how bad's the timekeeping?When I wear it it's about 20 mins/day out......but perhaps another service and someone else wearing it would help......and yes, £1500 is an awful lot for bad timekeeping.....:(


I wear this (http://www.sporttek.co.uk/Suunto_observer_titan.html) now......accurate to the second since I last changed the battery 6 months ago. :tu:
I am never buying another mechanical watch again.....and I suggest you don't either.....:D

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Those are nice watches danielf! :)

[greencreeper]

My last two watches have been Seiko - they feel solid and have no battery that needs replacing. The one I currently have "sleeps" when left for a while, then corrects itself when moved.

[Kliro]

I've pretty much found the watch I want now; but I'm having some problems finding out where it is for sale.

Heres a link to a picture of it (http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/7141/group1zk8.jpg), its the one with the 'bullseye' type dial, white inner and black outer. I think its from around the 1940's and looks like the seamaster or constellation model.

Any help appreciated :)