Looking to buy my first nicer watch in january to celebrate surviving my rather intense work schedule in december. Having fallen into the watch-youtube rabbit hole I’m not even sure I can call these pieces “nicer” but the ones I am liking at the moment are the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 42mm, 42mm Murph and the Longines Conquest black dial. Looking for a daily driver that I can use for the next 10+ years. Is that even realistic in this price point?
Would also love recommendations in this price point for a big wristed feller.
Echo the “any watch” sentiment. Find something you really like, then wear and enjoy the hell out of it. If you connect with it, and it joins you on memorable adventures, excursions, and moments - you’ll WANT to keep it running. Be it cheap, mid tier or spendy.
All this bullshit about movements that aren’t worth servicing, labor costing more than the watch, etc - is absolute bollocks. Just about any vintage watch being handed across generations costs more to service than it’s worth, and has its share of non-original parts.
Heirlooms aren’t bought, they’re made - regardless of price tag - and don’t let anyone tell you different.
Find an honest brand (whatever that might mean to you) and start your journey.