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So I am sure this question has been asked a thousand times, but just wanted to get some of your opinions on what would be the best watch for under 100 bucks?
What's the best watch for under $100?
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Seiko 5
Accurate, runs forever and in house movement to boot.
Accurate, runs forever and in house movement to boot.
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I'll second that motion. :thumbup1:
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There is no such thing, I'm afraid. There are several good candidates, but each has enough faults to prevent it from becoming a clear winner.
Casio is the King of Quartz, and Timex isn't too far behind, but neither offer any mechanical watches under $100.
The name Seiko has been known world-wide for a couple generations, but a few Seiko 5's have accuracy issues. Some do not like that Seiko autos cannot be hacked, or they can't be crown wound and must be agitated to wind the mainspring.
Orient also uses in-house mechanical movements. Great accuracy but the lower priced models tend to "feel cheaply made". No brick & mortar outlets- you can't try one on before you buy.
Invicta has a good quality-for-dollar ratio but there are too many alleged horror stories about non-existent Customer Service.
Casio is the King of Quartz, and Timex isn't too far behind, but neither offer any mechanical watches under $100.
The name Seiko has been known world-wide for a couple generations, but a few Seiko 5's have accuracy issues. Some do not like that Seiko autos cannot be hacked, or they can't be crown wound and must be agitated to wind the mainspring.
Orient also uses in-house mechanical movements. Great accuracy but the lower priced models tend to "feel cheaply made". No brick & mortar outlets- you can't try one on before you buy.
Invicta has a good quality-for-dollar ratio but there are too many alleged horror stories about non-existent Customer Service.
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Sure there is, as long as it's in the context of the question. There's always a best option in a particular category. It may not be the best when compared to others outside the category, but for every defined area there is a best option. Ex., if you asked "what's the best watch under $100 to compete with my XYZ that sells for $5,000" then I agree, it doesn't exist as it'll be far inferior in at least one area, probably more than one. But if the question is simply "what's the best watch under $100" and nothing else there will always be a best option.
Now before it can be answered though I think the OP needs to provide some more details on what he wants.
- Do you want quartz, mechanical or don't care?
- If quartz do you want digital or analog display?
- What about water resistance?
- Will you swim or snorkel with it or will the wettest it'll get is a few rain drops?
- Do you plan in SCUBA diving with it (this will really limit your options if so)?
- Do you want leather strap or bracelet?
- What size do you want?
- Gold tone, steel or two-toned color?
- Sport style or dressy style?
There's a lot of watches in the under $100 category. Giving us some details on what kind of watch you want will help give you realistic options you'll like.
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Its hard to beat the 8926OB for under $100 especially with the Seiko NH35 movement. There's no need for customer service at that price.
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Are you sure? Maybe you just need to use a bigger & heavier hammer.
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There you go again, throwing facts and specifications into the equation! :lol::lol::lol::lol:
BTW the Miyota-powered 8929 ain't too shabby either!
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Thanks to everyone for all the help, I've been looking into getting an Invicta but right now I found this Citizen from a local guy on craigslist, I am hoping I can buy it from him Citizen Calibre 8700 Watch Eco-Drive
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+1. It needs some TLC but that's a good watch for the money. Got a buddy who's owned that exact watch for a few years and digs it.
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That's a good asking price for an Eco-Drive. I'm very happy with the accuracy of mine- I've had 2 for years and they still
gain only (roughly) 2 seconds per month.
gain only (roughly) 2 seconds per month.
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The Orient does look pretty nice but I might be able to talk this guy with the Citizen down to even less than $75 so for right now thats what I'm going to try and get 
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For the same reason some makers gave us black dials with black hands- there were enough test groups out there that convinced the marketing execs it was a viable combination and should be produced.
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I love my old aqualand but no way can I read it in the middle of the night. One big uniform glow and the hands cannot be seen.
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