If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

Timex Expedition Post Solar. Solar powered, so no battery changes. 100m water resistance and scratch resistant Sapphire lens. Available in 36mm or in 41mm with a date window.

If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

Check out the Casio MTP line of watches. Some nice, good quality dress/casual watches for low prices.

Casio MW600F-1AV and HDA600B-1BV are both inexpensive analog watches with 100m water resistance, and 10 year batteries.

If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

Casio WVA-M630B-1AJF. Resin case, but same internal electronics as the Casio Lineage. Solar powered, atomic radio controlled ani-digi, with digital calendar, 5 alarms, stopwatch/timer, 2nd time zone and a backlight.

If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

You might consider a Casio Oceanus OCW-S100-1AJF Solar powered quartz, with a scratch resistant Sapphire lens. 100m water resistance so it’s safe for pool or shower. Atomic radio controlled, so it automatically connects with an atomic clock, so it is always 100% accurate and sets itself for daylight savings time.

The Casio Lineage is a great pick. It will automatically connect to an atomic clock, so it will always be 100% accurate. Plus it’s solar powered.

If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

For a solar powered quartz, you might consider a Citizen Eco-Drive AW1780-09L or maybe a AU1040-08E

If you decide on a mechanical, maybe an Orient RA-AG0005L10A

Budget?

If you are new to watches, make sure you understand the difference between a quartz watch and an automatic (mechanical). A good video talking about the strengths and weaknesses of each

Timex T46681

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You might consider a Casio EFR-526L Similar styling and better quality for around the same price.

Omega Speedmaster, worn on the moon.