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Re: Beater

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the new Seiko monster would be great for a beater :thumbup:
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DIY, chopping wood, gardening, kids cars...................

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You've probably seen this by now, but...

http://www.christopherwardforum.com/vie ... 60#p255060
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Certainly have.

It's not me though. And it's that Q word again!

For 200-300 depending on the version, there are other watches would leap to the front of the queue.

The other thing is that my strategy with watch buying is to make sure that I can always get my money back on a purchase. So used top brand watches with full documentation, at a keen price, are top of my list, nearly-new and well cared for CWLs, and other good brands in good condition. Whilst watches like the Festina may have immediate appeal today, I wouldn't be confident of them retaining much of their value in the future.

Even for a beater, I reckon I can find something that will retain resale value, even with a hard life, wear and damage.

It's like a Top Gear Challenge!
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Richard B wrote:
It's like a Top Gear Challenge!
:? Nothing else is like a Top Gear Challenge; they're so incredibly stupid, but entertaining. :shock:

Can't think though of an analagy to your predicament. :problem:

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Is that irony or confusion/bewilderment Guy?

Sometimes the written word can't carry the sentiment!
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Richard B wrote:Is that irony or confusion/bewilderment Guy?

Sometimes the written word can't carry the sentiment!
Definitely not irony; I meant what I said (wrote). I can't work out how to describe your predicament. :problem:
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How hard can it be? :wink:
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I suppose "ridiculous" is a good starting point.

I want a great looking automatic watch to use as a beater and for adventure sports, which has to be good quality, cost next to nothing and retain its value no matter what abuse it's put through.

Yep, I think "ridiculous" captures it!
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highway62 wrote:How hard can it be? :wink:
That's the spirit!

Any scratches and dings this wonderful (and as yet non-existent) timepiece may acquire, will just, err, polish out!
So I wish I was James Bond, just for the day.
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Richard B wrote:which has to be good quality, cost next to nothing and retain its value no matter what abuse it's put through.
You just said "used Seamaster 300M" with this words :)
Watch out :)
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v8power wrote:You just said "used Seamaster 300M" with this words :)
Agreed! that was always option 2 !

Although the "cost next to nothing" doesn't quite fit. Not within my means, anyway!
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Richard B wrote:
v8power wrote:You just said "used Seamaster 300M" with this words :)
Agreed! that was always option 2 !

Although the "cost next to nothing" doesn't quite fit. Not within my means, anyway!
But you know as Omega owner - there are no alternatives with both toughness and style :)
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vintage Seiko 6105 or the 6309-7040 tough has old boots and will retain there value :thumbup:
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sierra_victor wrote:I have been using my C10 Aviator as a Beater, I just can't seem to not have a CW on my left wrist. :) :)
Snap :)
Well with a C11 but same belief as yourself ;)