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Im looking for finer brands that sometimes go on sale so I can bide my time and save up for them and still have a chance at future resale if I want. Also open to any sales on site for 200-400 possibly

New to forums, etc al. So apologies if this is improperly posted/format is wonky, etc. That being said, I just recently started my watch collecting journey and was curious as to what people's opinions & thoughts are on suggestions to expand my collection (I understand that at the end of the day...

This watch has an NH35 that is messing up out of warranty. I had it regulated, but this didn't fix my issue. I figure that by the time I get down to the cause of the issue with this movement, I will have spent much more than the cost of an entirely new NH35. I consider myself pretty handy, but I...

Hi! I'm pretty new to watches and this community so please tell me if I'm doing something wrong. So I've been eyeing a Casio DW-290 watch. I've been looking around the web and I found this DW-290 with what appears to have the blue and red graphic in reverse. Now I'm wondering if there's an...

Hello dear watch lovers. Back to this community after a long, long break (so long; i lost my original account....) After 6/7y of loving and appreciating watches, and having as most expensive watch a modest Hamilto Jazzmaster (Whited, 2016 version), I have finally cracked under my love for...

Hello folks! Just getting started in the watch repair world and had this old pocket watch lying around. At present I'm struggling to remove the movement from the case. My best guess is that this has a hinged back and screw on bezel and a swing out movement, but at the moment I've been unable...

Hello everyone! Newbie watch enthusiast here. I have my eyes on a Tag for my first real watch. Any recommendations for something around $800-$1000 retail price? I want something that I can wear everyday that can be dressed up or down. Thanks!

I'm new to the forum and watches in general and was hoping for some advice from the community. I just got an SNK 809 as my first automatic. I purchased from Jomashop assuming it was a bit less sketchy than Amazon. It has a metal bracelet instead of the nylon straps I usually see, but I...

Good day, fine ladies & gentlemen of the WUS forum: I'm brand new here and this is my first post -- so I hope you could help me out here a little. :-) I recently fell in love with the Heuer CS3113 (1963/4 Re-Edition) with "Daytona Rings", and would very much appreciate your help in finding one...

I have a budget of $2000 for one of the aforementioned watches. I need help in reaching a decision. Havent been able to purchase a watch for the past 3 weeks because I cant decide. This will be my first "real" watch. I'm counting on your help. Thanks. P.S BTW i have decided to purchase fortis...

Just purchased my first nice Seiko watch and am looking to add to my small collection. I'm looking to purchase a Seiko Ninja Tuna (SBBN035) and wanted to know if there was a recommendation for an online store? My minor amount of knowledge leads my to believe that these are only available in...

Hi everyone, My first post. Finally decided to sign up as this forum has been a great help for a little while now. My story and questions are as follows: I just started a job going out at sea. Even when not working, I spend a good amount of time in and around water. I'm not wearing a watch at...

Do any of you have suggestions for an automatic watch around $500 - a bit more is okay, but definitely less than a grand. The must haves: A brand with a good history or story behind it. A relatively sturdy build since I can be a klutz. Automatic movement Less than a grand Look good with a suit...

Hi everyone! I am new to this forum and new to watches in general. My name is Simon and I am from South Africa. I am turning 18 in 2 weeks and I have had an interest in mechanical watches (Specifically pocket watches) for a couple of years now, but I have not had the money to purchase my own...

Hi, Being that Im brand new to this forum and quickly becoming addicted...(especially to that "Show your Collection" thread! Sheesh you guys have some incredible, awe inspiring collections!) I have a few general questions since Ive bee reading the forum almost non-stop the last few days...

Hey guys, I'm very much a beginner here so please don't mind any silly questions. I've read through a bunch of the threads and have started to get an idea of how this stuff works. Biggest lesson learned so far is to start basic. Since it's a first project and I'm a student with no income that...

Hi, I'm new to the whole watch hobby and am very excited to start it. I had just purchased two watches from here (Infantry Pam and Eyki Military). $28 for both! I thought that they were pretty nice watches and a nice starting point to get me going! They should be here Monday! Anyways, The Eyki...

I am an engineer who is teaching and I need an everyday watch. I really like the automatic skeleton design due to my engineering background. However I know absolutely nothing about watches other than knowing that Rolex is a famous brand (not sure if justified or not). Any and all suggestions...