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nfersa89 t1_j525aua wrote

I used a Casio MTP-1095 for 12 years. My wife gave me a Casio MTP-1374 in my birthday and the previous watch is stored in a box and still works.

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AlbertSemple t1_j52dmqd wrote

Casio lineage with titanium case, standard lugs for when the strap needs replaced, sapphire crystal, solar face to reduce battery changes.

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lingueenee t1_j52hgh3 wrote

Replying to grantnel2002 (#1,410,049)

This. Further the solar models eliminate battery changes so maintenance free as well. A caveat with Casios, especially the G-Shocks, is their thickness which can catch tight fitting (at the wrist) shirts and coats.

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PaulTrain t1_j538nrd wrote

If you don't like G-Shocks, or digital in general, get a Casio Wave Ceptor Tough Solar. Some of them do have digital sub-windows on the analog face. They are solar powered, and syncd to the Atomic Clock in Colorado. They are right to the second. They are suitable for blue collar work but look good enough to wear with nicer clothes. A great watch for under $100.

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BigAlternative5 t1_j53cahj wrote

Seiko automatics from the Seiko 5 line. I have one from 1995 that still works. Very affordable.

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Muncie4 t1_j53ejhx wrote

Titanium Patek Philippe Ref. 5004T. We need a budget and use case chief. You working as a waiter at Chilis is different than you working as a Mercedes salesman with both having similar style and budget considerations.

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F-21 t1_j54vwyh wrote

Citizen Eco Drive. Very elegant, no battery replacements, durable, lasts for weeks with no sunlight (it's a solar-recharging watch...). IMO the ultimate watch for a general elegant look at work that can be used any day, and they come in many styles from more rugged and water resistant divers to chronographs and also more elegant classic minimalist designs...

Or if you only need functionality and are OK with a more retro look (or are an engineer), the classic Casio F-91w is impossible to beat! Also the W-59 with slightly more water resistance rating or the f-105w-1a (illuminator model, just a much nicer backlight...).

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F-21 t1_j54w194 wrote

Replying to lingueenee (#1,410,779)

F-91w is one of the thinnest watches :) And for 99% of people it'll be as durable as a G-shock... These watches never die, they just get lost haha

I really dislike the oversized watch trend.

TBH wouldn't care about solar much, something like a f-91w lasts literally for a decade on a battery.

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robo555 t1_j54wmng wrote

Replying to PaulTrain (#1,412,444)

+1 to Casio G-Shock. I like the ones with analog dials and digital windows.

For the digital windows, I prefer the old school grey background. Some have inverse black backgrounds and I find them more difficult to read.

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Easy-Progress8252 t1_j554bmn wrote

I’d love to add Tag Heurs to the list but mine is regularly in the shop, so avoid unless others have had better experiences.

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Level_Dragonfly_9632 t1_j5599sh wrote

Invicta makes an automatic watch for $89 that is modeled after Rolex Submariner I believe. I’ve had mine for years. Great everyday watch and can be used as a beater.

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Easy-Progress8252 t1_j55agd2 wrote

Replying to speny77 (#1,416,442)

The steel band has broken twice at the place where it connects with the watch (as opposed to the clasp). Mine has a timer function, and after a few weeks of replacing the battery the hands don’t line up when I reset it. It’s still intact and reasonably durable; had it sent to Switzerland to replace all of the inner parts yet the same problem persists. More recently the covering over one of the buttons came off.

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rauls4 t1_j55lk5k wrote

1969 Rolex still going here

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ram_hawklet t1_j55y3rx wrote

Ok so it’s not the most established brand and I’ve only had my watch for about a year, but I have a Vaer field watch (nice basic but sturdy watch, pretty low profile) that I really really like. Pretty affordable and from what I can tell it’s bulletproof. I wear it daily, including skiing, climbing, camping, fishing etc. Hit it against stuff, drop it, it’s submerged often (not the biggest fear for a watch I know), and it looks like new still. Would recommend checking them out.

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amongthrocksandroots t1_j5eorsq wrote

Admittedly I've only had mine for a couple years, but I've been very pleased with my Bertucci field watch. About 65 bucks for the plastic case version (or you can get titanium for more $). I have other watches but this is the only one I want to wear anymore. Based on its performance through daily wear at work in all weather conditions (I do grounds and building maintenance) and hiking, camping, motorcycling, etc., I expect this watch to last a good long while. I prefer a simple analog timepiece without any bells and whistles and Bertucci suits me quite well.

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Dramatic-Anywhere-26 t1_j6m2zdk wrote

I would recommend watches from Ciga Designs, its what my boyfriend and I use. And they are very comfortable to use.

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