Looking for a watch!

[Idaho Jarhead]

I'm looking for a new watch. I am a heavy equipment operator so need something very durable and forgiving. Looking at something like a Seiko Black Monster and in that price range. I've had several Casio Pathfinders, and while they are awesome, I'm ready for something different. Before I settle on the black monster, are there any other suggestions I should consider?

Thanks in advance!

 

[slide13]

Only other thing I'd look at would be another Seiko, like the 007/009 model. I think it's really tough to beat a Seiko diver for a great value mechanical watch, especially one that needs to be tough. I've had some in the past and even though now I wear an Omega SMP that I've had for 8 years...if I were doing it over again I don't know that I could spend the money for a new watch the equivalent of my SMP and I would probably happily live with a Seiko diver.

 

[coolhand68]

I like the Seiko SKX173 or any of the similar watches such as the 007 etc. Very versatile, you can wear them on a leather or rubber strap, NATO, or bracelet. Looks good on anything and you get a great watch that is easy to service for $200 or less.