Need a simple, tough, cheap watch

[rusnak]

Originally Posted by vash

Germans make a $45 watch??


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It says the sensor is "German" which means the rest of the watch is probably from Ningbo.

[masraum]

Originally Posted by jyl

I was seduced by gadgetry and ordered him this $45 all singing all dancing watch. The only beef in the reviews is that the display contrast is too low but it appears that can be adjusted. Guessing there's about a 75% chance of getting a good one.

Lad Weather German Sensor Weather Forecast/Digital Compass/Altimeter/Barometer Men's Sports Watches https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IMWDYFQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4FDFxbJAV1TTY

That's pretty cool, I like the one that you got, black face and ring. I also like the black face with the orange ring. It looks decent for that type of watch too. I'm not a huge fan of the fussy macho looks of the G-shock, never have been, but I think it's a good sturdy, reliable watch.

Originally Posted by CurtEgerer

If you have time, check some local thrift stores and/or estate sales. Recent finds from both in the last few weeks: Timex Expedition $5, needed battery, excellent basic watch, very comfortable. G-Shock Solar-Atomic, $10, smaller than most, syncs with Colorado every night, Seiko Chrono, $10, needed battery. Werax 70s mechanical, $5, Swiss movement, needed strap.

Nice $30 worth of scores. I especially like the Seiko and Wierax.

[jyl]

Originally Posted by rusnak

It says the sensor is "German" which means the rest of the watch is probably from Ningbo.

I'd guess that watch is <1% German content. Figure a "sensor" costs 10c and the watch maybe costs $30 to make, package, ship.

[vash]

Originally Posted by rusnak

It says the sensor is "German" which means the rest of the watch is probably from Ningbo.

good thing i had put down my coffee.

NINGBO!!?? i refuse to google it..i just refuse! hahahhah

[CurtEgerer]

Ningbo trivia: During World War II in 1940, Japan bombed Ningbo with ceramic bombs full of fleas carrying the bubonic plague.

[Vodairol123]

Hi guys! Now, I wear a Vostok Amphibia on my hand, great watch and of very high quality. I really like these watches, I think it's a real tough men's type. Especially, if they are with a metal strap, they have a cool look, very nice. I always order Vostok watches for me from https://vostokamphibia.com store. The prices ther are reasonable, there is a great range of models. It is not the first time I order from there. I recommend!

[CurtEgerer]

Found a tough, cheap watch. Described as 'casual' wear.

[masraum]

What's the deal with the big "cage" over the left side of the case? Is there a small mouse is there that keeps the thing wound or something? It looks like you could smack someone around with that thing.

[brainz01]

That's a schmoo catcher.

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[aschen]

Bet it comes with a free bowl of soup

[speeder]

That’s a real looker, Curt!

[CurtEgerer]

That would be a good look for you Denis ...

Seriously though, this Casio Duro is a really highly-rated watch for $45. Casio (makers of G-Shock) so it's a known manufacturer, screw-down crown, mineral crystal, 1-way rotating bezel, simple classic design. 4.5 stars with 2,000+ ratings. Great daily beater.

[jhynesrockmtn]

If willing to spend s bit more, this company has a nice selection of automatic dive watches, some as low as $250 range. Check out www.deepbluewatches.com

[Steve Carlton]

[CurtEgerer]

I remember those commercials And I think that watch was their Marlin which was re-issued recently. To their credit, Timex kept it the same size (tiny by today's "wrist clock" standards) and true to the original.

[A930Rocket]

That looks like my Seiko SKX007 watch but 1/4 the price.

Seiko Automatic Diver's SKX007 SKX007J1 SKX007J 200m Made in Japan Watch

Originally Posted by CurtEgerer

That would be a good look for you Denis ...

Seriously though, this Casio Duro is a really highly-rated watch for $45. Casio (makers of G-Shock) so it's a known manufacturer, screw-down crown, mineral crystal, 1-way rotating bezel, simple classic design. 4.5 stars with 2,000+ ratings. Great daily beater.

[CurtEgerer]

Tough to beat a Seiko automatic diver. The Casio is quartz of course. But for cheap watches, way better to have quartz than a cheapo mechanical movement with a high likelihood of breaking. The Casio is extremely impressive-looking at a throw-away price.