What Watch Do You Wear?

Save Medicare on 08/05/2016 - 22:17
Last edited 09/05/2016 - 10:00

Watches have a unique status as a Veblen good, and basically the only piece of jewellery that society will allow a man to wear.

Watches can be worn as a show of status or wealth, a show of fashion sense, or they can be worn to show the time.

As a community of dirty misers and professional bargain hunters I'm interested to know what watches we wear, and why?

Please state

  • Watches owned
  • Main watch
  • How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain?
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Occupation/Industry
  • (Income)
  • Additional thoughts

I think this will be very interesting to see.

Cheers friends.

General Discussion

Comments

  • nocure on 08/05/2016 - 22:19
    +33

    Thanks to you Mr Abbott, I can't afford one.😁

    • plmko on 09/05/2016 - 10:07
      +1

      Surely you can afford one these watches or are SSD's your priority in life?

      • nocure on 09/05/2016 - 10:19

        You know it…👍

    • CandyMan on 10/05/2016 - 20:57
      +4

      the only piece of jewellery that society will allow a man to wear.

      Tony, again you prove that you're out of touch

  • [Deactivated] on 08/05/2016 - 22:24
    +1

    What Watch Do You Wear?

    A wristwatch.

    • gimli on 09/05/2016 - 21:06

      lol i think you got negged because you didn't state your age.

      • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 21:24

        The age field was added after I made my comment…

        • gimli on 09/05/2016 - 21:31

          i think you were negged for commenting too soon.

  • mskeggs on 08/05/2016 - 22:29
    +10

    Right now, an Orient auto diver, from OzB.
    Most days, a Seiko 5 railway automatic.
    I own a few quartz watches from 'brands' but I never seem to wear them.
    I also own a few wind-up watches from the 50s and 60s that I got on ebay for $30 or $40. Most are either companies that have gone out of business, or are unknown, but they look nice.

    I haven't got much interest in what other people think about my watches, I like them because of the engineering, history and looks.

  • Davros on 08/05/2016 - 22:31

    I havent worn a watch in 20 years, I dont care what the time is and am not beholden to any master.
    If I do need to know, my $40 phone has a clock as does my motorcycle as do all the other sheep.

    • dogboy on 09/05/2016 - 09:45
      +4

      Most people these days wear them for fashion imo rather than telling time as everyone has a smartphone…

      • RocketSwitch on 09/05/2016 - 11:13
        +1

        The look and I don't like taking my smartphone out all the time.

        • Davros on 10/05/2016 - 04:18

          You'd be a rare breed.
          99.9% of people I see under the age of 40 dont seem to be able to go anywhere without their eyes glued to a phone, walking driving, eating, probably while having a dump.

        • esosite on 23/05/2016 - 22:04

          @Davros: definitely while having a dump, prime phone clock watching

      • smpantsonfire on 10/05/2016 - 22:50
        +1

        Eh it takes all of .2 seconds to tell the time with a watch. CBF taking my phone out of my pocket to check the time.

    • BestofOZB on 09/05/2016 - 11:13

      $40 phone…man you are a TA!

      • Davros on 09/05/2016 - 14:09
        +1

        Its a phone, not a wanking device and the $40 (ZTE Buzz) does everything I need it to do and more.

        • robbyjones on 09/05/2016 - 19:34
          +9

          You're a cheery chap/chapette.

        • Davros on 09/05/2016 - 21:30
          +5

          @robbyjones: Yes I am. I have more than I need, a loving wife and family and no debt
          I do not need shiny trinkets to make me feel better about myself or fill a void in my life.

        • Bazeegar on 10/05/2016 - 19:31

          @Davros: Lucky you… No mortgage. or renting?

        • Davros on 10/05/2016 - 21:03
          +2

          @Bazeegar: Mortgage paid off.

        • Rum on 12/05/2016 - 10:12
          -2

          @Davros:

          Yet you feel that you need to tell the whole world that. Interesting, I didn't think a fulfilled man had anything to prove!

        • Davros on 12/05/2016 - 13:08

          @Rum: Now here IS an angry man
          I was asked and I answered. I didn't volunteer it.

          Go back to your namesake and that unfulfilled feeling you clearly harbour.

    • tetsuma on 09/05/2016 - 20:06
      +1

      edgemaster

  • pyramid on 08/05/2016 - 22:35
    +5

    Fitbit charge HR 8 days old…

    • ronnknee on 09/05/2016 - 11:12
      +2

      Same here but 6 months old.

      Recently I got it replaced directly from Fitbit as the previous one was having battery issues (lasted at most half a day).

    • tessel on 10/05/2016 - 19:48

      Well played. I wanted a charge hr but no stock. Got a refund and opted for the blaze. Loving the stats provided.

      • pyramid on 10/05/2016 - 20:49

        After having charge HR, I feel that blaze would be nice to have…

    • CandyMan on 10/05/2016 - 20:52

      8 day old ozbargainer and already own a fitbit charge hr!
      You deserve a trophy

      • pyramid on 10/05/2016 - 21:00

        Did you see my profile?

        • CandyMan on 10/05/2016 - 21:11

          Yep, you've got 25 badges. Awesome

  • arescarti42 on 08/05/2016 - 22:42
    +4

    I've got a couple of nice Seikos, but the watch I wear the most is a Casio A158W.

    I think it looks great, it's superbly durable and functional, and if I ever lose it or break it, replacements can be had for about $25. One time I lost it and it turned up months later at the bottom of the rubber seal on my washing machine door, still as good as the day I bought it.

    I think its a true oz bargainer's watch.

    And fun fact, the A158W's cousin, the F-91W is the watch of choice of Federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt, and supposedly numerous terrorists currently detained in Guantanamo Bay!

    • panacheski on 08/05/2016 - 23:52
      +4

      Love the F-91W!

      • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 19:24
        +2

        Always owned several of F-91W's since I was a teen and now in my mid 30's. It's the most reliable basic watch out there.

    • Hikey on 09/05/2016 - 10:31
      +1

      I always wear my F-91W. What a great and timeless design! It is such a beautiful watch.

    • rr64 on 09/05/2016 - 10:36
      +2

      +1 for A158W.

    • Eddie8 on 10/05/2016 - 08:44
      +1

      Agreed! I lost mine recently so just ordered a new one from eBay. I have a feeling the cleaners at work stole it…

    • Bazeegar on 10/05/2016 - 19:37
      +1

      I have smaller wrist. F-201WA for me with 10 year battery life. (8th year running for the battery)

  • 2jzzzz on 08/05/2016 - 22:52
    +2

    G Shock at work, but ive got a titanium citizen and sporty ediface. Had a smart watch, outgrew the fad.

  • Diji1 on 08/05/2016 - 22:54
    +3

    basically the only piece of jewellery that society will allow a man to wear

    … if you manage to forget about rings, earrings, piercings, grills and necklaces.

    • mskeggs on 09/05/2016 - 08:59
      +3

      You won't find many grills round here. There has never been a bargain offered.

    • macrocephalic on 09/05/2016 - 09:44
      +3

      Start wearing a grill in Australia and see how 'society' accepts you.

    • peterpeterpumpkin on 11/05/2016 - 09:39
      +3

      I was going to start wearing a grill but I feared others getting all up in mine.

  • [Deactivated] on 08/05/2016 - 23:02
    +6

    Tissot PR 200 or PR 516

  • scrimshaw on 08/05/2016 - 23:18
    +4

    A list of watches that I've ever owned:

    1. Oldskool Casio digital watch (can't remember model)
    2. Upgraded to a Casio with a telememo function
    3. Upgraded to a more formal looking Casio AQ160
    4. Pebble in black (my first smartwatch)
    5. Pebble Time Steel with black leather strap (my current timepiece, and also the most expensive watch I've ever owned (200 AUD))

    Never really worn a watch as a fashion statement. If I wanted to impress I would spend the dosh on a nicer suit and shoes.

    • robotdad on 09/05/2016 - 20:36

      Very similar history and logic. I started on oldskool casinos, then went a little upmarket with about 6 AQ160's ($40AUD)….though about the pebble a lot…but moved onto a Garmin vivoactive as I swim and run.

    • Jackson on 09/05/2016 - 23:56

      This isn't far off me, but I alternate a pebble and a g watch. I haven't worn any of my old watches in ages

  • shanakatak on 08/05/2016 - 23:31
    +5

    My g-shock doesnt come off my arm, except when showering and for exams.

    • tomclancy on 09/05/2016 - 07:25
      +21

      So twice per year then?

      • shanakatak on 09/05/2016 - 08:02
        +12

        8 times, 4 subjects a semester.

        • brotherfranciz on 09/05/2016 - 08:13
          -1

          So you shower every 3 months?

        • shanakatak on 09/05/2016 - 08:52
          +25

          @brotherrfranciz:
          No silly, if I have 8 exams a year and take my watch off 8 times a year. I don't shower at all.

          (PS I do shower regularly)

        • gimli on 11/05/2016 - 07:52

          @brotherrfranciz:

          Hey… brother

          All la

  • bengal tiger on 09/05/2016 - 00:48
    +13

    basically the only piece of jewellery that society will allow a man to wear

    I disagree with your sweeping statement that appears to be written purely for dramatic effect.

    There's other acceptable pieces of jewellery for men, such as:

    Cufflinks
    Tie clips
    Belt buckles
    Lapel pins (eg. ANZAC pins)
    Necklaces (eg. cross necklaces worn by Christians)
    Rings (eg. wedding bands)

    • ilikeradiohead on 09/05/2016 - 12:58
      +1

      Is a tie clip really jewelry? I use it solely because I hate getting hit in the face with my tie, and the ones I have were ~$1 ea from AliExpress.

      • sheepdog on 10/05/2016 - 09:46
        +1

        They can be, I've got a gold one that is pretty fancy.

      • smpantsonfire on 10/05/2016 - 22:49

        I don't wear a tie often, but how do you hit yourself in hte face with it?

    • misterchan on 10/05/2016 - 21:35
      +1

      +1 for cufflinks

    • addicted on 13/05/2016 - 11:29

      I am stealing your quote "I disagree with your sweeping statement that appears to be written purely for dramatic effect."

      Almost everyday there are situations where it could be used!

  • RockyRaccoon on 09/05/2016 - 01:38
    +9

    I think this will be very interesting to see.

    how so?

    Plenty of time on your hands?

    • eatwell365 on 09/05/2016 - 06:31

      This riddle for Tony will also be very interesting.
      " I have one hand short and one hand long. Long one to reach the back side. Guess what am I?"

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 07:15
    +1

    Rolex GMT

  • shaybisc on 09/05/2016 - 07:37

    I rarely wear a watch but if I need to it is the wrist receiver of whatever heart rate monitor I use.

  • inherentchoice on 09/05/2016 - 08:19
    +1

    So you acknowledge that this is a community of bargain hunters. But you're asking everything except the price we paid for the watch. You didn't even ask if we got it from a deal posted on OzBargain. At least that's how I got mine.

    • Save Medicare on 09/05/2016 - 09:49

      So what are you wearing? And how much was it?

      • inherentchoice on 09/05/2016 - 10:58
        +1

        Hey babe I'm wearing a $2 thong.

        On my foot. :P

        Tony, are you going to wear your budgie smugglers for me?

        Haha anyways I just have a Citizen Eco Drive that was $110 delivered with one of those star buy deals.

        I also have a $60 plastic Maxum that I wear in the surf or if I go running/swimming.

  • ilsan0 on 09/05/2016 - 09:02
    +1

    My dream watch still a Dream!
    Yet I Dream :)

    http://imgur.com/iDYUMgL

  • Colombian on 09/05/2016 - 09:04

    I got a Suunto and a Fossil.
    My everyday watch is a Casio Alt6000. I have it since 1998.

  • shaybisc on 09/05/2016 - 09:18

    A Veblen good, by definition, is something that costs more than it should, but appeals to (profanity) because of that.

    Appeals to bankers.

  • phoenixx on 09/05/2016 - 09:20

    Have a fossil and the horse - great local company (https://www.thehorse.com.au/collections/time-tellers_the-sto…). Female, under 30.

    • Save Medicare on 09/05/2016 - 09:48

      One of my housemates has a The Horse watch. I've always liked the look but at 40mm they're a bit big (and expensive) to get for my girlfriend. The stone dial is a cool touch though.

      • phoenixx on 09/05/2016 - 12:02

        Yeah, they are pretty large but can work if that's the look you're going for - I have a pretty small wrist myself. :)

        • KeplersLaws on 09/05/2016 - 13:28

          i like the horse. can't go wrong with a reputable local brand like the horse or mvmt

  • giu on 09/05/2016 - 09:50

    http://www.hublot.com/en/collection/mp/mp-05-laferrari-all-b…
    Got it for a steal at $300,000.
    Problem is I need to refer to the manual to know what time it is.

    • pencilman on 10/05/2016 - 19:54

      Looks freaky ugly to me at first glance. A bit alienish.
      Lucky for me I'm not the in the target price band :)

  • Mikinoz on 09/05/2016 - 09:52
    +4

    Rolex Submariner

    Had lots of smart watches the pebbles, the sony variations, fitbits and others

    Really don't do smartwatches anymore, I have a phone that does that. Don't have a constant need to lose my attention span.

    • Diji1 on 09/05/2016 - 11:12

      What do you mean you don't want something dinging for attention to alert you that the other thing that could ding by itelf needs to be taken out of your pocket?

  • akastyl13 on 09/05/2016 - 10:08
    +2

    I wear a Tissot Tradition Chronograph silver dial with brown strap.
    Also got a 6 years old Fossil FS4387 that still works perfectly but few scratches on the crystal.

  • daleyboy79 on 09/05/2016 - 10:24

    I stopped wearing watches when i got my first phone … why do you need more than 1 device that can tell you the time?

  • fruit on 09/05/2016 - 10:29

    None

  • [Deactivated] on 09/05/2016 - 10:35

    hey buddy whats with you and that crelin?

  • systema on 09/05/2016 - 10:35
    +3

    I usually wear a Parnis Diver as my daily driver, costs me around $150 when it first came out. I had one of these but was damaged in an accident, also around $150 shipped.
    I have a PTS Tourbillon as my dress watch, got it cheap in an auction for around $500.
    I sometimes wear a Pebble OG when I feel a bit tech savvy on the day, got it from Dick Smith when it was closing down (~$80)…

    Male / early 30s / medical & health industry

    • coolhand on 12/05/2016 - 19:38

      Yeah Parnis make great everyday watches, the only caveat is they are usually on the large side if you have a small wrist and you should replace the strap. I wear a moonphase cost a little over $100 (will be more expensive now with US exchange) and has been very accurate for the last two years

  • Sleeken on 09/05/2016 - 10:57
    +1

    I swap between a Tissot Visodate ($600), Longines Hydroconquest ($1300) and a Timex Weekender ($25, for work). I find mechanical movements fascinating and am not trying to make any fashion statement, I just like watches.

    • TrailerTrash on 12/05/2016 - 21:28

      +1 for Timex Weekender. Picked one up via Huckberry with some great leather Form•Function•Form interchangeable straps!

      Had many other and silly expensive watches previously and went Minimal and sold the lot on eBay. Now just have my Timex as day to day wear and for a more sporty look a limited edition DGK Casio G-Shock solar powered digital watch I got in Japan - seems to have been a wise investment according to that link!

      Am thinking of a smart watch (Garmin Fenix3 HR) but not sure if the gimmick will wear off - or will it give me motivation to move more!

      Agree that watches are a good accessory to the outfit - but another +1 for cuff links. Got a great pair of Lego cuff links at Comic-Con which I can build on; and as an Engineer it adds some colour to the usually drab office setting in meetings.

      • Sleeken on 12/05/2016 - 22:15
        +1

        Nice strap choice! The Weekender is great for a casual look at a low price and the Indiglo is really useful for checking the time in the dark. I should've said having a watch is essential for my job and a phone would never replace it.

        That said, I don't want to part with my silly expensive watches - the quality feel (not that anyone besides me notices) and novelty of the movement with such history is something unique!

        Cuff links are an option if your workplace/lifestyle is conducive to wearing them. I'll pick some up when I hit the professional workforce.

  • Flatlined on 09/05/2016 - 11:08
    +4

    I recommend a watch with an Eco-drive movement.. Never wind up, clean or change battery. Mines a Citizen and had it 15 years and never misses a beat.
    One thing I like in watch is to be able to see the dial with my failing eyesight without glasses in the dark. The luminous hands and dark background on mine is the way for me.

    • freakatronic on 09/05/2016 - 14:20
      +1

      Yeah man, ecodrive nighthawk. Very good watch for the money.

    • stumo on 11/05/2016 - 11:02

      I wear an ecodrive Skyhawk AT in titanium. 24/7.
      http://www.citizenwatch.com/en-us/watches/watch-detail/?mode…

      I had to disable the atomic time signal because I'm too far away to get a reliable signal. It gets the signal, but it sometimes doesn't get the DST part, so can go 1hr out.

      Its a big watch, but in titanium its quite lightweight. I wear it because I always wear a watch and I like the look of it, especially the dark grey of the titanium. It offsets perfectly with the black bezel and busy face.

      I got it s/h on eBay from the UK for £150 shipped iirc.

  • Justplanemad on 09/05/2016 - 11:29
    +4

    Watches owned: Rolex GMT Master2 (two tone) & Basis Peak smart watch
    Main watch: Rolex GMT2 for work, exercise/sleep: Basis Peak
    How much did you pay and was it from Ozbargain? $7.5k (duty free)
    Age: 26
    Gender: M
    Occupation/Industry: Airline
    (Income)
    Additional thoughts: a watch is the only jewelry a man can really buy…. A woman gets engagement diamond, ear-rings, neclaces, etc!

    • soulspawn on 09/05/2016 - 11:56

      Very nice. I love my GMT2 TT too.
      Sounds like you got it at a steal (or ages ago or when the AUD was very strong).

  • tomleonhart on 09/05/2016 - 11:44

    Mr Abbott, are you that lonely you spent time creating this thread ?

    Lonely Tony

  • Otto-Mann on 09/05/2016 - 12:17
    +2

    I have this

    http://www.theiconic.com.au/classic-st-mawes-40mm-rose-gold-…

    It was a gift

    26

    Man

    IT

    I make enough to live

    I like watches, can't justify the amount some people can spend on them though, but I appreciate them regardless.

  • CI on 09/05/2016 - 12:17
    +3

    Formal - tissot Visodate
    Erryday - seiko skx007 or citizen EcoDriver SS
    Dusting away - Apple Watch 42mm
    Right wrist - Fitbit hr

    Saving up for - longiness Pilots watch

  • angelkulit025 on 09/05/2016 - 12:20

    i wear a Citizen Watch with Eco-Drive and Perpetual Calendar. It was a gift by my parents and because it's Eco-Drive, i think my son will still inherit this watch if he's keen =)

  • scotty on 09/05/2016 - 12:40
    +3

    Mr. Abbott here's my data. Got 2 watches:

    • Daily driver: Casio WS200H-1AV
    • Special occasions (going to weddings, meetings in suits etc): Casio MTP-1302D-1

    Both around $30-$40 on eBay, posted from overseas. Had them for a few years. For me it's pretty much just time-telling device rather than fashion accessories. I am middle-age working-from-home male in the bargain hunting industry :)

    I do not agree that having a smartphone replaces the good ol' watch. There are occasions where it might be appropriate to take the phone out from your pocket (or for some, purse or bag) just to check the time. Also I bought the WS200H-1AV a few years ago when I need to coach my daughter's basketball team. Precise time-telling is very important but I don't want to run up and down the court with a smartphone in hand.

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