The Under £200ish Watch and occasional Opera Thread! Vol2

[RSTurboPaul]

I think San Martin have some bright new colours for their 39mm BB58 - I don't really like GMTs and they are a PITA to set when you swap watches regularly and don't have a winder thing, but I am tempted... lol

https://www.sanmartin.watch/products/san-martin-ne...



The green and blue versions are almost understated!

[Mr E]

AmosMoses said:

Another mod built thats under budget. This dial popped up on ebay and I couldn't resist.

I have shoes to match this watch.

[blue_haddock]

AmosMoses said:

Another mod built thats under budget. This dial popped up on ebay and I couldn't resist.

I like that a lot!

[biggbn]

Mrs gave me this watch many years ago and it has spent at least three years sitting in an old wooden box with a broken strap stopped dead. Sentiment being a funny thing, it's now got a new strap, a new battery and has been back on my wrist for a week or so...the cheapo replacement parts and getting the strap altered probably cost more than the watch did all those years ago, but it's been a faithful friend...

[Bobberoo]

biggbn said:

Mrs gave me this watch many years ago and it has spent at least three years sitting in an old wooden box with a broken strap stopped dead. Sentiment being a funny thing, it's now got a new strap, a new battery and has been back on my wrist for a week or so...the cheapo replacement parts and getting the strap altered probably cost more than the watch did all those years ago, but it's been a faithful friend...

You know you've done the right thing.

[redrabbit]

biggbn said:

Mrs gave me this watch many years ago and it has spent at least three years sitting in an old wooden box with a broken strap stopped dead. Sentiment being a funny thing, it's now got a new strap, a new battery and has been back on my wrist for a week or so...the cheapo replacement parts and getting the strap altered probably cost more than the watch did all those years ago, but it's been a faithful friend...

Excellent work. I saw your other posts and was hoping you'd share the finished product. It looks great, and like most things in life worth cherishing, the value is in what it means to you. Wear in good health, fella!

[Barchettaman]

Decent little chronograph that - hopefully you will enjoy its second life as much as its first!

[biggbn]

Thanks all!!

[Hothatch1977]

Any thoughts on Boldr watches please?
Great looking and decent value, my only reservation is they maybe a little small on the wrist.

https://www.boldrsupply.co/collections/land/?sort_...

[Drooles]

I’ve had my Venture Titanium for around five years and it’s been a great watch. It does wear small, particularly if you’ve been wearing a diver for a while, but after a few hours I’ve always got used to it.

It has 200m water resistance which gives me a bit of peace of mind over my other field watch (Hamilton) that only has 50m.

It’s well made and versatile. Looks good on a variety of straps. The only gripe is it has a date click when you pull out the crown but no date to set - a minor point and I’m being fussy.

Overall, I really like mine and it came in at thread budget.

Should also add, the box it came in was fantastic too

[Hothatch1977]

Thank you Drooles…I’m going to take the plunge with a Khaki Boldr!

[Pebbles167]

Worth looking at Watchgecko for Boldr watches, they are an official supplier and have a few 'like new' models going for £200.

I bought a Geckota from them listed as like new, and it's actually brand new, others have had the same experience. Great saving.

[Pebbles167]

Bought this Casio MTP1377 on a whim, and I'm rather impressed.



A neatly finished stainless case, 100m water resistance and applied numerals. Even the bracelet was kind of nice (albeit with folded links), though I've replaced it with a vintage style strap.

£30 at Argos.

[redrabbit]

In case anyone else is interested, Steeldive US have no-date 50 Fathoms models in stock. Unobtainium from UK sites for ages. They are $149-159 with $5 postage...

I'll let you know if mine turns up

Edited by redrabbit on Thursday 21st March 21:26

Edited by redrabbit on Thursday 21st March 22:26

[klootzak]

Wasn't all that keen on my Pagani 1751 until I changed back from a NATO strap to its original bracelet, then took it for a 4 day hike along the Queen Charlotte Track in NZ.

Bracelets aren't usually my thing, but in this case I'm happy to make an exception.

[defblade]

defblade said:

Pebbles167 said:

Really suits both of those straps. Gotta say, think I prefer the red. I'd usually hate it but it contrasts the dark colour nicely. Would have to see it in the sun to be sure.

I live in Wales, so there may be a wait for that photo!

Only a fortnight






I've had quite a few compliments on it, to be fair

[redrabbit]

I was watching Jaws last night for the 1000th time, and spotted Richard Dreyfuss's watch, very cool thing, and available as a reissue. But €695 with a NH35 movement?Behave!

Edited by redrabbit on Sunday 24th March 01:41

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Drooles said:

I’ve had my Venture Titanium for around five years and it’s been a great watch. It does wear small, particularly if you’ve been wearing a diver for a while, but after a few hours I’ve always got used to it.

That is a lovely watch. Need to check my funds.I like the simple bold(r) style and the no date and the 4 oclock crown.

[Barchettaman]

redrabbit said:

I was watching Jaws last night for the 1000th time, and spotted Richard Dreyfuss's watch, very cool thing, and available as a reissue. But €695 with a NH35 movement?Behave!

Edited by redrabbit on Sunday 24th March 01:41

At 38mm by 15.1mm tall I’m not sure how nice it would be to wear, either. Those dimensions wouldn’t work for me at all.

Anyway, some lovely watches on this page as always. NZ looks delightful. I must go one day.

[pistonheadforum]

Barchettaman said:

At 38mm by 15.1mm tall I’m not sure how nice it would be to wear, either. Those dimensions wouldn’t work for me at all.

Anyway, some lovely watches on this page as always. NZ looks delightful. I must go one day.

What happened to your Tisell GMT from a few weeks back? I'd be interested in the Tisell and your views.