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Old Top Dog: Seiko Quartz Chronograph 7T322188 views*Movement & Specs: Seiko 7T32 quartz
*Chosen by: Bas
*Why?: I would like to nominate this model (7T32-6A50) for its classic "European" looks, the versatility of the movement and the fact that this watch hasn't let me down in 7 years of (ab)use. The alarm dial is completely independent from the gear train and can also be used to display a second Time Zone or to time any event lasting up to 12 hours. Another interesting feature is the chrono second hand which advances in 0.2 second intervals just like a mechanical watch from the early 60's. Since the alarm can wake up the dead a 7T32 makes an ideal PMW traveling watch.
(19 votes)
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01 - Seiko SKX779K "Black Monster" or SKX781 "Orange Monster"9222 views*Movement & Specs: 7S26, Automatic, non winding, non hacking, 21'600 beats per hour or 6 beats per second
*Chosen by: Reto
*Why?: Because you can rarely find a better case and bracelet with even a hidden diver's extension on a watch in this price class.
(46 votes)
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I got the beat...oh, yeah...1393 views
(23 votes)
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Steel...1398 views
(31 votes)
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Mother Of All Chronos1657 views
(30 votes)
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Old Top Dog: Marcello C Tridente2494 views*Movement & Specs: ETA 2824-2
*Chosen by: TMK (Ted)
*Why?: Big, tough, accurate (2824-2 movement) and stylish...a superb bracelet and sapphire crystal. Hard to find a better 1000m dive watch for under $1,000.00.
(14 votes)
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Old Top Dog: Seiko SKZ211K1 aka Landshark2666 views*Movement & Specs: 7S36, Automatic, non winding, non- hacking
*Chosen by: Paulo
*Why?:
(6 votes)
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The Monster Deposed?1748 views
(32 votes)
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Seiko Landmaster1863 views10th anniversary edition 166/500, 8L35 movement
(20 votes)
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My New Beauty1031 viewsMarcell C Senatore
(30 votes)
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Marcello C Tridente548 views
(27 votes)
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Marcello C. Lunar Calendar895 viewsUnitas + Dubuis Degraz Complication module
(31 votes)
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Summertime871 views
(28 votes)
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Marcello C. Tridente769 views
(27 votes)
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Luminous Dials1168 views
(34 votes)
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Panerai Luminor Marina and Buck knive1201 views
(24 votes)
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Old Top Dog: Marcello C Nettuno32699 views*Movement & Specs: Automatic ETA 2824-2 with date function
*Chosen by: Paulo
*Why?: Nettuno 3 is the improved 2004 Marcello C model that replaces the no longer available award winning Nettuno 2 (voted "best watch under €500.00" by a German watch magazine in 2003). One of the nicest classic diver watch design and a timeless timepiece, with a great quality and price.
(14 votes)
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A little Luxury...1553 views
(31 votes)
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17 - Marcello C Nettuno 3 model #2007.527084 views*Movement & Specs:
*Chosen by: Matt V.
*Why?: It demonstrates that you don't have to sacrifice quality and value on a mechanical watch selling for under $1,000.00 and has been one of my favourite new watch releases of 2007. A far cry from your typical "homage" watches, it is the only other 300m diver watch in my collection (besides a $4,000 Panerai) that features a sapphire crystal viewback and the bracelet is still tough to beat at this (or even a higher) price.
(39 votes)
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Monster On The Rocks680 views
(9 votes)
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Oris TT1 diver after the thaw...1159 views
(17 votes)
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Old Top Dog: Citizen Nighthawk EcoDrive3006 views*Movement & Specs: Eco Drive Miyoata Cal. 0870
*Chosen by: Wen
*Why?: The Nighthawk is the modern interpretation of the aviator watch: solar powered dual time zone with a flight computer (slide rule). Unique design, large size and great quality. All for less than $200.
(8 votes)
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Old Top Dog: Casio G-Shock GW-56002986 views*Movement & Specs: Casio Quartz, atomic
*Chosen by: Adam in NYC
* Why?:
(21 votes)
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11 - Orient Diver 200M9192 views*Movement & Specs: Model # : CEM65001D; Orient Japan Automatic Movement 21 jewels; Case width: 41.5mm
*Chosen By: Bob Collins
*Why?: A great watch at just under $100 delivered on a thick stainless bracelet. Has day date complication and is quite accurate from my experience. Wet ink blue dial, good lume, red-tipped sweep, screw down crown and pusher, 200M.
(31 votes)
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Old Top Dog- Oris TT1 Diver Titanium8279 views*Movement & Specs: ETA 2824
*Chosen by: TMK (Ted)
* Why?:
(30 votes)
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Sean and Daniel876 views
(15 votes)
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Millennium Zodiac672 viewsApproximately 500 of this deep blue dial color and round case style were made circa 2000 to celebrate the original Astrographic line introduced by Zodiac in 1971 (two other dial colors and a square case style were also made). This hallmarks of the Astrographic are the floating red dot orbiting around the edge to indicate seconds, and floating minute and hour hands. This particular dial and hands style was dubbed a "Mystery Dial."
(5 votes)
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07 - Hamilton Khaki Automatic or Handwind10551 views*Movement & Specs: Mechanical: ETA 2804-2 (latest version); Automatic: ETA 2824-2
*Chosen by: Durable & Andrew F
*Why?: Reason: One of the most legible combinations of dial and hands I have seen; the sapphire crystal and matte finish of the stainless steel is very resistant to scratches; it also looks good with many different types and colors of straps; the oversized crown makes winding easy and a joy; the diameter is a very comfortable 38 mm while the 11 mm height of the watch allows it to fit under one's long sleeves with ease; it beats at 28,800 bph, which provides a silky sweep of the second hand; and finally at under $250 it is a definite bargain!
(24 votes)
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12 - Hamilton Khaki Chrono11061 views*Movement & Specs: Valjoux 7750
*Chosen by: Robmks (Bob)
*Why?:
(37 votes)
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Old Top Dog- Tissot Seastar 1000M9780 views*Movement & Specs: ETA 2824-2 movement, Water Resistant 300 meters; Stainless Steel case - 45mm diameter, 16mm thick, Sapphire crystal, solid link braclet with hollow end links, Display back attached with 6 screws.
*Chosen by: Dan (Zeb)
*Why?: First off, it's great looks and large size. The faceted shape of the case with it's sharp edges is mean looking, and the very square and angular bracelet add to the tough look. It fits right in with the tastes of todays WIS. Second, where else can you get a Swiss made 300 meter diver with automatic movement and sapphire crystal for around $400.00 USD retail? I'm truly amazed at the value this watch represents.
Summary: A Swiss made monster of a dive watch for only twice the Under $200 limit. It can't be beat.
(24 votes)
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04 - Vostok Amphibia10093 views*Movement & Specs: Cal. 2416B Automatic ball borne, bi-directional rotor winding and handwinding, 21,600 vph, 31 jewels
*Chosen by: Micha & TakesALickin' (Jeff)
*Why?: I'd like to nominate the Vostok Amphibia. This is a real VPMW! Can be had for as little as $25 to $40 and comes in a wide range of varieties! It's rated 200m and comes with an automatic movement (vintage ones can be hand wound). The case is stainless steel. The only real disadvantage? The standard strap is crap - you're gonna need a new one. I included a picture of the only recent model I own, but remember - there is a wide range available.
As a watch that's more representative of the kind of watch that a lot of us poor men have, I think the Amphibia's a great candidate. Super affordable, with it's own clunky Slavic charm, and reliable as a Sherman tank. Powered by the cal. 2416B, it's a dependable entry level water resistant auto - here's a different pic.
(32 votes)
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Connie and her Pilot Man1262 views
(14 votes)
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1827 views
(6 votes)
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Ebony and Orange1629 views
(15 votes)
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A Pepsi and a Smile!1826 views
(15 votes)
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Crown Lever...850 views
(16 votes)
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Monster in Yao's Light1331 views
(14 votes)
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Glowing Rivalry1329 views
(19 votes)
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09 -Tissot PRS-516 (Nominated by Les) 1816 viewsThis model comes in several variants, including ETA 2824, Valjoux 7750 and quartz chrono versions. It also comes in several different face colors, on stainless or leather.
(5 votes)
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A Tale of Two Doxas1643 views
(13 votes)
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