Not philip stein. Never heard of them so i googled them. They have essentially no information at all about their watches, just photos. I cant see water resistance or any info on movements or even sizes for that matter.

The only way to even know which watches are quartz or automatic is by filtering in the shop page. But zero info on who makes those movements, how accurate they are, what the power reserve is or anything else like that.

So definetly not that. Thats most likely just a cheap chinese fashion watch with a german/swiss sounding name.

Oris and FC on the other hand are both very proper and popular swiss brands. So both of those are fine. Personally i’m leaning towards Oris, because thats what i got (Oris Aquis) but there is absolutely nothing wrong with Frederique Constant.

Maybe give some info about which models you are considering, then people can give you more specific info.

Among the choices you’ve mentioned, go with Oris and Frederique Constant. The brand Philip Stein is not well known in the world of watchmaking for their timepieces. In my opinion, your money will be wasted if you go with that brand. I suggest as well, with your budget, to look at brands like Mido and Longines.

The models im currently looking at are: From FC is their heartbeat automatic watches and their classic watches From Oris is the same as yours the Aquis and the Big Crown. Thanks for the info!!

Frederique Constant has an in-house movement in watches that hover around $1900-$2100.
Remarkably, they did not copy an ETA2824.
It is beautifully finished.
I looked at them during summer, memory isn’t exactly fresh. I’ve not bought an FC. FC is owned by Citizen/Miyota. It is not bad, but it means you might see them in department stores. Don’t take that to mean it’s “just a fashion watch.”

Oris is a standalone watchmaker. That is somewhat rare.

They use Sellita SW200’s in their “733” models, and their Cal 400 is an in-house movement. They also have a few small second watches with a 743 (Sellita SW220 movement). I’m not sure what’s in their GMT, but it’s likely a Sellita.
They do some regulation on their movements, and add their own rotor. Whatever they’re doing, I’m impressed.

My 733’s are -4 sec per day, and -5 second per day. It’s not COSC, but it’s close.

The Cal 400 is -1 second per week. That’s getting close to Grand Seiko Spring Drive. And the Cal 400 has 5 day power reserve by using two main springs.

TBH, I like my 733’s just as much as the Cal 400. The Aquis Cherry Date wasn’t available in Cal 400, bought it anyway, and am not disappointed. Stunning dial.

I have a Diver 65 and 2 Aquis. They’re nice. Accurate. The Aquis dials are amazing. The Diver 65 is a nod to old school divers.
Oris watches are available in as many as 4 sizes. 36.5mm up to 43.5mm. Not all models though. But still, it’s nice that they do better than other brands.

I like them a lot. The Aquis uses an integrated bracelet, very comfortable.
Quite possibly the most comfortable bracelets of all the watches I own.
Aquis also has a good mix of polish and brushed. Not too blingy, but just a bit of pop. Aquis also wears a bit smaller than the size indicates.
Both of mine are 41.5’s, and wear closer to a 40. I have 6.5” wrists. My Diver 65 is a 39.5, and is spot on.

I don’t have a pro pilot or big crown pointer, but those are quite popular also.
Oris just announced the Diver 75? Didn’t get to read up on it, the one I saw was orange, a tribute to 1970’s surfers.
Fairly certain you could use it to flag down a cab. If orange is your thing, that watch had it in spades.

Oris AD’s will discount their watches. Depends on your AD.
And, some AD’s have sales.
Ask them, “Is that your best price?” And just wait. The AD will likely reach for a calculator.

Oris, if bought thru an AD, and you register thru MyOris, extends warranty on their watches. Cal 400 is 10 years. Most of the rest are 3? Might be a few that are something else. Ask.

Good luck. Go try on some watches, and decide what you like.

Oris is a very good brand. Be mindful of the size of the watch. Typically 38mm-41mm case diameter is the sweet spot for most wrists. This is more helpful if you are purchasing online. Trying it on in person is ideal.