07-22-2013, 12:31 PM
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#681
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Likes Cartoons
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Does it matter to you if it's automatic or quartz?
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07-22-2013, 12:52 PM
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#682
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: New York, NY
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I don't think so.
But I see this is your thread - should it matter to me?
I am a watch novice (have had the same Tag since 2001).
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07-22-2013, 01:02 PM
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#683
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Likes Cartoons
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Not really, but it might help in terms of pricing. You should be able to get a really nice watch for under $1000 if it is quartz movement. If it's automatic, expect it to exceed $1000 slightly, though there is a possibility to get a chronograph automatic movement for $1000 or under.
If you have no preference. I'd recommend looking at Seiko. They have a good variety of stainless steel bracelet chronographs and divers that are under $1000. If you want something swiss, I would check out Tissot, or Hamilton. You might even find swiss auto movements from the latter two.
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07-22-2013, 01:03 PM
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#684
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: New York, NY
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Thanks!
You have given me a place to start!
I appreciate it, Bruce!
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07-22-2013, 01:05 PM
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#685
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Likes Cartoons
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Your welcome. Hopefully you find the watch your dad will enjoy.
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07-22-2013, 02:05 PM
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#686
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: I'm right behind you
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Every time I see this thread I think "Watches you don't wear are called clocks..."
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07-22-2013, 02:09 PM
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#687
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Calgary
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They are all timepieces.
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07-22-2013, 03:22 PM
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#688
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Crash and Bang Winger
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Domoic
Anyone care to throw out a recommendation for a metal-band chronograph as a gift for my old man?
Under $1000?
He is 82.
This is a "no reason" present.
Thanks CP!
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Check out Christopher Ward online. They have a variety of selection, are affordable and well made. You might find something you like there.
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08-05-2013, 02:57 PM
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#689
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: New York, NY
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Just an update on what I went with (it was much harder than I thought to stay under $1000).
But in an attempt to add some youth and modern look to my old man, I went with a Nixon 51-30 Chronograph (blue face with brushed steel band).
Not many comments in this thread on this brand, but I really liked the look.
Not super expensive ($400-ish) and Japanese movement. So maybe not the best quality.
My dad has large hands and wrist, so it actually looks very good on him (not like a wall clock - lol).
Thanks for the help guys.
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08-05-2013, 04:19 PM
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#690
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Domoic
Not many comments in this thread on this brand, but I really liked the look.
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I've had 3 Nixons. While they're more of a fashion watch, I'm a fan. They have a nice look, decent price point, and they've all lasted, even though I've beaten them up pretty good.
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08-05-2013, 05:09 PM
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#691
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On Hiatus
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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This is what Im looking to buy myself
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08-05-2013, 09:26 PM
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#692
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: ---
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Breitling For Bentley GT2
Spoiler for size
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08-12-2013, 11:51 AM
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Lifetime Suspension
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TheyCallMeBruce
Not really, but it might help in terms of pricing. You should be able to get a really nice watch for under $1000 if it is quartz movement. If it's automatic, expect it to exceed $1000 slightly, though there is a possibility to get a chronograph automatic movement for $1000 or under.
If you have no preference. I'd recommend looking at Seiko. They have a good variety of stainless steel bracelet chronographs and divers that are under $1000. If you want something swiss, I would check out Tissot, or Hamilton. You might even find swiss auto movements from the latter two.
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Seiko makes some great Auto's for under $500 let alone $1000.
My favorite watch, and current daily is the SRP229. Hacking, and hand winding which is something the cheap autos tended to lack in the past. i got it for $300 on Amazon. Nice size at 44mm heavy, and you wont cry if you bang it up.
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09-05-2013, 12:11 PM
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#695
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Calgary - Centre West
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Fun fact: Mike Cammalleri wears a Panerai PAM112.
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Originally Posted by Azure
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09-05-2013, 12:19 PM
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#696
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Franchise Player
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Must be a loud watch.
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09-05-2013, 12:33 PM
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#697
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: The centre of everything
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Wifey just got me this watch...really cool.
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09-05-2013, 12:43 PM
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#698
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TorqueDog
Fun fact: Mike Cammalleri wears a Panerai PAM112.
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even more fun fact, it only costs about $5,500 - easily affordable for all you guys making more than $100,000 per.....
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09-05-2013, 12:45 PM
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#699
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Backup Goalie
Join Date: Mar 2010
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FLAMESRULE
Wifey just got me this watch...really cool.
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Where did she get this?
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09-05-2013, 01:05 PM
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#700
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: The centre of everything
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Quote:
Originally Posted by canada_hdk21
Where did she get this?
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I'm assuming there website. But I have no idea. She likes keeping her "guy gift" sites/spots quiet. If I find out I buy what I want, when I want.
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