My in laws want to get me a watch as a gift under $6,000. I like the look/proportions of the Rolex Submariner. Are there other watches which have similar look/proportions that are within the budget?

I wear watches for their appearance, I’m not into all the technicalities of the movement and other fine details.

Also, are there good trusted second hand websites so that I don’t take a depreciation hit on the watch if I don’t have to.

  • GTR3499@alien.topOPBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Thanks, everyone, for your responses, I think I’m going to go with the Oris Aquis.

  • CroSoldier01@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    If you like the black sub, then a Tag Heuer Aquaracer 300m looks closest to it. It‘s 43mm, but has short lugs and is 12mm thick, so it wears quite a bit smaller. Omega Seamaster 300m, but it‘s BIG. Oris Aquis and Breitling Superocean Heritage are also alternatives. Longines Spirit Zulu Time might also scratch the itch. In general, there‘s a shitton of watches that look similar to the Sub, so best look around a bit.

    • red--jar@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      Seamaster wears surprisingly well for the size. Unsurprisingly, same goes for the Speedmaster

  • torontowatch@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Tudor. It will be hard to get 54. 58 should be available in blue or nato. Try 39; might get lucky but when I went to the showroom they didn’t have 39 in stock and said it moves really quickly.

    • GTR3499@alien.topOPBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      Is there a luxury watch dealer in Toronto I can go to look at these models?

  • Sweaty-Taste608@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    A Mido Ocean Star is a nice, quality diver at a good price point. Looks similar to and Omega Seamaster (both Swatch brands)

  • Javanonmom@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    if you like the submariner, check out the tudor black bay 58. it’s got a similar vibe and comes in blue, might be up your alley. as for second hand sites, try chrono24 or watchbox for trusted options. good luck!

  • Rupert_Bloch@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Is Brand recognition important?

    If you like the look of a Rolex sub, you could check out the Monta Oceanking. it’s not a well known brand, but it’s a great quality watch for the money.

    Others have suggested Tudor black bay 58 which is also a great choice.