getting back into the watch wearing game

[roseyscot]

It's been 5 or 6 years since I wore a watch regularly. I used to like heavy metal banded watches but I'm thinking this time around of something better for active use, lighter weight, not expensive, not fancy but fun nonetheless. What are you all wearing in this category?

[maunahaole]

I have a couple of Seiko automatics. One on a metal band, the other on a maratec nato. On another thread there are numerous pictures and comments about the maratec strap. It is light and dries quickly. There are numerous seikos that might fit the bill for you, as well as lots of other brands. Amazon has some killer prices on seiko watches, but the number of models and the differences between them is pretty staggering.

[-HvA-]

Do double check those Amazon prices though, I've seen some Seiko models vary wildy in price over a couple months (like $350 vs $220) or other places (newegg has good prices too).

[WayneJ]

If analog - Swatch is a good choice.

[roseyscot]

If analog - Swatch is a good choice.

i was considering that, but my wife has had nothing but problems with her swatches. 3 bands in 18 months. she's bought a new watch in bands alone.

[sjauch]

The Timex Weekender watches look pretty cool. Cheap too.

[WayneJ]

i was considering that, but my wife has had nothing but problems with her swatches. 3 bands in 18 months. she's bought a new watch in bands alone.

I'm into year 3 with the original rubber band.