(Part 2) Best products from r/frugalmalefashion

Hi folks! I posted a thread to MFA a few weeks ago and was told that I might want to x-post it here, too. I tried posting it as a text-only post but it got auto-moderated away, so now I'm posting it as an image. Apologies if this is inappropriate for this forum or if there's not interest in it here!

Initially, I'd asked MFA for tailoring advice on my upcoming nuptials and made a followup post, linked above. The fit wasn't quite perfect (especially given my limited budget), but I'm happy with how everything turned out. If you want to read more about the wedding itself, look here or here.

For reference, I'm around 6'1" and 195 lbs.

>Items and Costs

My outfit consisted of the following items. I waited for sales on the bigger things and bought them well in advance of the ceremony, and in the end everything cost around $600, including alterations.

Shoes: AE Walnut Strands - $100. I got them at Last Chance in Phoenix, AZ. They had maybe half a dozen pairs at the time in various sizes, as well as tons of other AE shoes. As I understand, they sell returns, exchanges and poor selling/overstocked items from Nordstrom. I've also gotten beeswax CDBs there ($30) and Chuck Taylors ($15). The shoes themselves were well constructed and pretty, though I used a bit of brown shoe polish to darken them slightly (they were too orange for my tastes before).

Pocket Square: Golden Bronze Royal Silk - $20. There were gold bits in the paisley pattern on the tie that I thought it went well with. I also like the blue/gold/brown/bronze color combo. The PS was larger and a bit thicker and stiffer than the other ones I own, but didn't pose any problems for it.

3-Piece Suit (bought as separates): Bar III Midnight Blue - $250. I waited for one of Macy's twice a year sales, found a coupon code that stacked with the sale, and bought a couple different sizes of the various suit components, returning the ones that didn't quite fit. The fabric and everything seemed nice! And I rather liked the color. My only other suit right now is a lightweight, light grey seersucker 2-piece, so I might get a Bar III Charcoal at Macy's if a good sale comes up some time.

Boutonnière: This gold thing from Amazon - $10. I wanted something small and pretty that went with the other parts of the outfit and ultimately chose this.

Tie: Bigass Paisley from thetiebar ("23037: BIGASS PAISLEY-BROWN"), though I can't seem to find it now... - $20. The quality and construction seemed good, especially at this price point!

Shirt: Costco Slim Fit Light Blue - $20. I liked the fabric and color, but before tailoring it was pretty billowy, even with a "slim" fit. The fabric's also not very soft, and after 9 hours of wearing it I developed a bit of chafing on my neck from the collar.

Undies (lol): ExOfficio Boxer Briefs and Airism V-neck - $15. Picked them up on various sales over the years. Super comfy! Great for backpacking, too!

Socks: Target Anchor Socks - $4. I got my grandpa the same pair (once upon a time he was a sailor). They're not the best built socks, but I liked the pattern and color.

Belt: Bought at a thrift store a long time ago... - $10

Watch: Timex Expedition - $25. I got some flak for going with this over a more formal watch on MFA, and it was a close call the day of (I brought a few watches with me) but ultimately I ended up feeling this one the most. I bought it through a recent sale on here, actually. It's become my go-to wear-with-flannel-and-jeans watch.

Ring: My (now) wife made me mine! Cost for the silver - $5. She ordered some wire from riogrande.com, cut it, bent it into a circle, soldered the two ends together, and then shaped and polished it. Pretty straightforward overall!


Alterations on shirt, pants, jacket, and vest - $130. The tailor made some changes to the shoulders and back of the jacket to accommodate some injury-related asymmetry, took the jacket, shirt, and vest in at the waist and through the torso, shortened the jacket sleeves a smidge, and took the butt/thighs out on the pants (I had to go 2" up in the waist so that was a little loose, but fine with a belt, so I didn't take it in. The legs/crotch/butt were still a bit tight though, so I had him take those out). According to him, the jacket was a bit small for me (it was a 44R) and that caused the dimpling on the shoulder, but I don't think that was too noticeable. Originally, the outfit looked like this.

>Final Photos

Total outfit: https://i.imgur.com/5wYI48D.jpg

Total outfit 2: https://i.imgur.com/Z2Smdzt.jpg

Shoes and watch: https://i.imgur.com/3oWNiT2.jpg

Crouching down: https://i.imgur.com/429nedm.jpg

Jacket unbuttoned: https://i.imgur.com/eypSLfI.jpg

Jacket unbuttoned 2: https://i.imgur.com/IgQhABf.jpg

Without the jacket: https://i.imgur.com/nY8Mil5.jpg

Me with the bride: https://i.imgur.com/tmJ8i1h.jpg

From behind: https://i.imgur.com/spWNuRM.jpg

Rings: https://i.imgur.com/N9fKg16.jpg

Rings 2: https://i.imgur.com/uKP45v7.jpg

Bonus - super stylish dog: https://i.imgur.com/3zFV2FQ.jpg

Thanks for reading and cheers!

Both Casio and Fossil are pretty well respected for this price range. They aren't as traditional, though, but still solid quality.

Casio has a nice diver as /u/wolfquinn mentioned. I own this, too and love it. Casio focuses mainly on digital watches.

Fossils tend to be more trendy or large. I own one, but don't wear it much because of its size. It is good quality though.

If you are looking for a similar watch to this Sturhling, I would look into certain models of Timex Elevated Classics or certain models Timex Expedition.

All items for sale. Lots of feedback / references if you want them!

• ---- SOLD ---- J.Crew Thompson Suit in Heather Grey 40R jacket with 32x32 pants. Excellent condition, only worn twice. The jacket has been taken in a little bit on the sides for a slimmer cut, and the pants have been taken in a little bit as well for a slightly slimmer cut, and hemmed to around a 32x31. I just don't wear it enough to justify having it. Full Album HERE, individual pics: Jacket 1, Jacket 2, Jacket 3, Jacket 4, Jacket 5, Jacket 6, Jacket 7, Jacket 8, Pants 1, Pants 2, Pants 3, Pants 4, Pants 5, Pants 6, Pants 7. Due to the alterations and its excellent condition, $130 shipped
  
• J.Crew University Coat with Thinsulate size Small. Used but good condition. Small amount of fraying on the inside near the armpits, but that's the only defect. Looks great, very warm! Pic 1 $50 shipped.
  
• ---- SOLD ---- J.Crew Casual Blue Chino Shorts size 32. Shows normal wear from regular use over a year or two. Actual measurements are 16.5" waist and 9" inseam. Pic 1 Pic 2, the two pictures show how the color varies based on lighting. The normal color is closer to the first pic but somehwere in between the two. $20 shipped
  
• ---- SOLD ---- BNIB Bass Brockton Men's Buck Suede Oxford in Taupe size 11. Brand new, still in original box with all the plastic wrap and shoe fillings and everything. I bought these a long time ago but planned on returning them and never did. I just have too many shoes. Here they are on amazon. Retails for $70, Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 Pic 4 Pic 5 $40 shipped.
  
• Clark's Original Desert Boot in Grey Distressed size 11. Worn only 3 times, just a bit too big for me. In excellent shape as you can see in the pictures. Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3. Some of you requested more pics, so here are two more in (hopefully) different lighting Pic 4 Pic 5 $40 shipped.
  
• ---- SOLD ---- Sebago Docksides Navy Boat Shoes size 9.5. Worn twice, just too narrow for my feet. I've tried to see if I can get used to them but to no avail so far. Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 $50 shipped
  
• J.Crew Plaid Cloth Oxford Size Medium. Brand new, still with tags, Blue / Green / White plaid color. Pics coming soon. Style number 94684. $30 shipped
  
• J.Crew Light Weight Shirt Size Medium. Excellent used condition, Green / White check pattern. Pics coming soon. $25 shipped
  
  Message me for PayPal info, first come first serve!

Ok I was really debating between Obenauf's or sno seal, but I think you convinced me about Obernauf. But which Obenauf's should I use the heavy duty lp http://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-Heavy-Duty-4oz-Preserves/dp/B003SKCARK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382402091&sr=8-1&keywords=Obenauf%27s

The boot preservative
http://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-LP-Boot-Preservative-Preserves/dp/B0002X520S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382402091&sr=8-2&keywords=Obenauf%27s

Or the silicone water shield
http://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-Silicone-Water-Shield-Environmentally/dp/B002UBLSO4/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1382402091&sr=8-6&keywords=Obenauf%27s

Or maybe a combination of the heavy duty lp and the silicone water shield? I don't want to spend more money then necessary but before I take my boots out into the world I want to make sure they're properly prepared for the elements. Oh and thanks for the help guys! All of this is very informative and helpful.

I've got 2 Skagen watches, and these prices are par for the course on what you should be paying anyway. I try to pay around $60-$80 at most.

I have this one with a black leather strap.

And this one with brown leather strap. (no longer available for purchase)

Skagen's are great for thinner guys. They are very light and thin profile. However, be warned their straps are proprietary and cannot be repaired/replaced by any watch repair shop (or yourself). You need to send them back to the company to get them replaced, and it can cost a decent amount compared to if you could do it yourself.

That being said, they get lots of compliments and my brown one gets daily wear for quite some time. I love it. But one side of the strap is starting to finally come a little loose, so I'm worried. Still the style is great, the face still hasn't scratched yet, and it functions perfectly.

If you are interested in Skagens, I recommend filtering it to only the leather straps. They have a lot of metal mesh straps that are a little gimmicky.

I recently got these boots two weeks ago. I have to say after a brief break-in period of a few days after treating them with Obenauf's and leather lotion they are comfy and the leather has softened well. I've compared the build and leather to my brother's Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots and they are similar enough that you should have one or the other, not both (unless you need another color boot of course). I was deciding between the lighter brown and the cordovan, the reddish brown of the latter looks great and didn't darken or alter after leather treatment.


The sole is by Vibram and I haven't had any slipping issues where I live in NorCal. Replacement of the sole after wear shouldn't be too hard for a cobbler and I plan on caring for these boots for a lifetime.

Sizing wise, I sized a whole size down. I usually wear a 9.5D with my Nike Free Run 2, so I went down to 8.5D. Perfect fit.

I say go for it and pull the trigger, the 30% discount makes the boots worth to try out and return if not satisfied.

If I'm able to ill post pics of them.

EDIT: Had work, took pics before leaving.

Here you go.

Filson is the famed durable fabric briefcase/messenger. I have the 257 and I love it.

Navali has good prices for what they offer but my first weekender from them broke after like 2 uses. However, their customer service is great and I sent it back to be fixed/replaced. Their second one is still working fine but I haven't put it to heavy use since I got it.

Before my Filson, I had this Samsonite that I got from Amazon Warehouse that worked pretty well.

Jackets

NWT Ben Sherman Harrington (Navy, Small) $49 shipped

• Brand new with tags
  
  Shoes
  
  WWII Impressions Boondocker (10.5D) $159 shipped
  
  
• Excellent condition, these boots are extremely durable, made to be very true to the original USMC boondocker (stitching, eyelets, sole). They're also a great alternative to Vibergs, with their unstructured toe
  
• Product page
  
• Reddit review
  
  Hats
  
  Coal Waxed Cotton 5-panel cap $25 shipped
  
  
• Waxed with otter wax. Never worn (decided 5-panels aren't my style)
  
• Product link
  
  Suits
  
  NWOT J.Crew Ludlow Suit Jacket in Italian Oxford Cloth (38s) $89 shipped OBO
  
  
• Product link
  
• Chest 20.5", Length 28.25", Sleeve 23.5"
  
  
  Accessories
  
  Banana Republic Wool Scarf $19 shipped
  
  
  
• Excellent condition. Rarely worn and just recently dry cleaned.
  
  Invicta Chronograph Watch (Model 7281) $29 shipped OBO
  
  
• Product link

For boots i used these. I was at a specialty shoe store when I first got these. The salesman mentioned that the heel shouldn't spill over the insole like a muffin top and sized mine accordingly. just FYI

For walking sneakers i use these.

I like the brown half soles a lot more than the blues, but the blue one has made unbearable sneakers comfortable enough. I learned that the $35 used GATs that gets posted on here a couple times a year don't do well with my feet. However, once I took the soles out and put the blues in I could actually walk a couple miles in it ok.

If I clap my feet together I have enough space for 1 forefinger to fit. Two fingers width and it'll jam half way. Quite the Donald duck feet lol.

How about this?

Casio MQ24-1E

I'm not sure if you're looking for something more high-end but that is a pretty nice watch for a very frugal price.

Some other nice Seiko watch :

Seiko

Bulova Dress Watch

Also you can get a band, that completely changes everything about the watch.

Cloudy Sky Leather Watch Band

If any other questions or need help determining which watch you should buy refer to /r/watches or these two threads :

[Watch Buying Guide on r/watches] (http://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/comments/tg0hc/rwatches_official_buying_guide_us0250/)

Watch Disscusion On FMF

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XAVT8K/ref=oh_details_o01_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks everyone for the help. I ended picking this one up. I saw the Kenneth Cole Reaction for under $50, but I just like the look of this one more. Under $90 is a great deal, as online, it seems to sell for a good amount more.

Other than Seiko 5 you've got really slim pickings on your hands. If you're looking for something formal I'd say this: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B002SSUQF6/ref=pd_aw_lpo_241_bs_img_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3G086RE1M3SZXAQD3SN0 - but in all honesty I'd say save up about $250 and then start looking. /R/watches is a great resource

I'll give you a few options and let you see what you think.

Timex Easy Reader. Cheap, smaller face than the Nixon, (the player is 40mm, easy reader is 35) but a solid, smart looking watch

Casio MDV106-1A (See here for pics). $40, and you can swap the strap out for one of your choosing. I bought one off Ebay a while back for $30, and I like it. It's a bigger, chunky watch, but it's a different style to consider.

Seiko 5, ~$50 off Amazon. Mechanical movement, smallish face at 37mm, and a really great looking watch. People complain that it loses time daily, but I haven't had any problems with that. This is probably my most worn watch: I can dress it up for work or wear it casually without skipping a beat.

Check this link out for more ideas. I can't really give good feedback for any other watches, but maybe others' advice in that thread can help more.

Funny. I bought this one and then bought my dad the snk793 and it's GORGEOUS. The blue face looks waaaaay better than the pictures on Amazon, I was really impressed.

I always recommend Adidas Climalite Boxer Briefs. I haven't tried the Ex Officio that everyone recommends, but I really like these Adidas. They don't ride up and they keep your junk pretty dry. I usually pick them up at a TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Burlington Coat Factory, etc for $13 for a 2 pack. I don't know if you have similar stores over in the UK, but if so, these are a good buy.

I'd say go with the cheap ones. In some things, such as shoes, spending more money can get you a pretty big quality increase. It's true that nice sunglasses are higher quality than cheap ones, but the increase in price doesn't reflect the increase in quality in my experience.

I've had this pair for over half a year now, and besides a lens popping out once (which I was able to snap back in), I haven't had any problems.

And the best thing about cheap sunglasses? You don't have to worry about losing them, dropping them isn't a problem, and you can have multiple different pairs such as in this situation. Just my 2 cents!

I've been eyeballing this messenger bag for some time now. $99, Amazon Prime, good brand, and fits your laptop.

A little over your budget, but Samsonite is obviously a good brand. I'd also recommend searching for "Messenger Bag" in Amazon and looking in the ~$70 range. There are a lot of good bags on there.

Adidas Sport Performance Climalite Boxer Briefs. They are $10 per pair (sometimes on sale for less), incredibly comfortable, good wicking, lightweight, durable, waistband doesn't get wrinkly... basically everything about them is awesome and I have never been anywhere near as satisfied with other sports underwear.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004RKJK0U/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_vvKktb0T6HCBQ508

That's a pretty beautiful watch for $135, don't think you'll get much better than that for under $150-200.

EDIT: Might suggest checking out these as well over on Amazon:
Invicta, black face, steel band, auto watch, ~$80
or
Invicta, blue face, steel band, auto watch, ~$75

I got this bag and its not that thick, but I love how it looks, and it's held up well since I've had it, I can take pics of it if you'd like

Pretty cool, though not really my style.

I do LOVE this skagen I picked up earlier this year. So awesome.

Though I need to clean the leather somehow.

something like this?

edit: I have a pair of Bass oxfords and I'm happy with them. they look nice and feel comfortable. just watch out for rain if you get something in suede

Well these don't take to snow/rain too well. I recommend to get some obenauf's LP to somewhat waterproof it. It won't make it a rain boot but it will make it water resistant.

Clean off salt stains on the thing and you should be fine for light snow and small amounts of rain. Of course, let it dry if you were soaking in some rain/snow. Applying the obenauf's also darkens the leather to make it look more like a darker version beeswax on the desert boot (which is the crepe sole with a slightly darker leather , see here for comparison).

The leather will lighten up over time after applying obenauf and I actually have pictures here of only the after shots with about 3 months of wear after obenaufs LP (I also applied obenauf's oil though so it is actually darker than it should be).

Is anyone familiar with Berchirly bags? If so, what do you think?

It looks pretty nice, and at a pretty decent price as well.

I was looking to get a messenger bag for my friends birthday. I have purchased the samsonite one from amazon before and had a really good experience with it and its built very well.

Link to one I am considering buying again:
Samsonite Bag

Any recommendations for a messenger bag for a college student?

I wear Adidas Climalite Performance Boxer Briefs. The come 2 in an aluminum package for $12 at marshalls or tj Maxx. They aren't really compression, but they are stretchy and comfortable as he'll. They don't bunch up for me, and they are thin and breath. Just make sure you get boxer briefs not trunks. The trunks start in you butt and only get more invasive from there. Here they are on Amazon but they cost more.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004RKJK0U?cache=1089d2b137ee9334a71bcfe9d44886f1&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1411397345&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

Docker's Alpha Khakis in frontier brown. I've got a pair, love them, although they're best in the fall.

I don't have an album, so message me with your email and I can send you pics.

Seiko 5 automatic with blue face- switched out the bracelet for a brown croc band. Great condition, I'd give it a 8.5/10 because I've worn it. Asking for $50 shipped. Here's a link of what it looks like.

Mark McNairy for Keds size 10 in Navy- worn a few time, 7.5/10. Pretty nice condition. asking $50 shipped. link

gone are the days of payless.

If you're walking that much, on a budget, I'd enjoy seeing how much wear and tear you'd put on a some Chippewa Boots or Chippewa Apache The vibram sole lugged or sans lugged should do wonders in regards to comfort and durability.

with the 20% off $100+ Amazon Coupon and it's a solid frugal purchase. Code SPSHOEI4 at checkout may work as well for 20% off.

Throw some sno-seal or Obenauf's and you're set for most all terrains.

Going to take a small gamble here. These are a great deal but I'd honestly rather buy 10 pairs of these: http://www.amazon.com/Polarized-Classic-Wayfarer-Sunglasses-polarized/dp/B009CG871W/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AC81J8VH6FY97

When you go out a ton the most common thing to lose is your sunglasses. Could be at the beach, at a house party, in a friend's car, at a show, etc. After losing multiple pairs of $150+ sunglasses, I just don't feel that it's worth it anymore.

Additionally, I've seen these wayfarers go as cheap as $3 a pair. That would get you 18 pairs for the same price as the ray-bans. Sure they're not authentic but when was the last time someone came up to you and asked if your sunglasses were? This is frugal male fashion is it not? Get the same look at a fraction of the price.

I picked up the one with the green face and a leather strap to go with it (not a fan of the canvas). I'm betting the color combo will look pretty sweet.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTAY1U/ref=pe_385040_127541860_TE_dp_2

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001F0PTM8/ref=pe_385040_127541860_TE_dp_1

This is a pretty solid watch and has gotten me a lot of compliments. Just a tad over your max, but I highly recommend it.

I really, really like the aesthetics of the black/brown chronograph. I've been thinking about buying one for quite some time. But I don't wear watches that often.

https://www.amazon.com/Timex-T49905-Expedition-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B0083XFHIG/

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It's a beauty. Is the only difference the strap color?

The idea seems cool, but yeah I agree with you, rather go for an established brand and for the same price (with sales) this watch is unbeatable.

I bought this one, because the original strap is to thin and "flimsy" for my taste; though I messed up because didnt see that I bought the 18mm.

I ended up using the strap on a Timex Easyreader, but not before trying it out on the same bulova watch.

Of course, the size is an issue, but besides that it looks great.

At work right now, but I can upload pictures later.

I ended up buying both a 20mm brown and black leather strap, also Hadley Roma. Will upload pictures during the weekend.

Another alternative are these $5 ones which have been mentioned here before. Unlike the ones the OP linked to, these don't put a list price of $39.99 to make it look like you're getting a great deal.

Edit: Never owned polarized glasses before so found this video on how to test if it's polarized: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59rfqDcRMgI

• I have these Bass Brocktons in Taupe Suede. They're Spring/Summer/Fall weather shoes and today I just changed the laces out for red ones; pretty good move. Also, Bass outlets carry these for around $45.
  
  
• If you do a quick search for Red Wing boots on amazon, you can find some awesome ones for maybe $50 over your budget. I think these would be another good option for fall/winter.
  
  
• White shoes arn't very ideal for anything but summer because of the weather fluctuation, unless you live where it is summer year-round.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XAVT8K/ref=oh_details_o01_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I just bought this last month, is holding up well. Full grain leather and from a good luggage brand. Not the most stylish and the buckles arn't the easiest to use. But for the price i believe its good.

The Casio MQ24 series is pretty popular and extremely inexpensive. This is my favorite of the bunch.

In b4 knockaround premiums. I got these on amazon and they are ok.

Amazon has dozens of options that are polarized. Ray Bans can be had for $75 as well.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_st_price-asc-rank?keywords=polarized+wayfarers&qid=1393708464&rh=n%3A1036592%2Ck%3Apolarized+wayfarers&sort=price-asc-rank

Dockers Alpha in Butterscotch are pretty close. They look shitty on the model but everyone loves Alphas.

http://www.amazon.com/Dockers-Alpha-Khaki-Slim-Tapered-Flat-Front/dp/B004VQ9APK

For those bigheads out there, 55mm Wayfarers are ~$81 on Amazon right now.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001UQ71G4/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Same pair that was advertised here a few months back for ~$51.



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Also, these amazing huge 60mm RB for ~$85

http://www.amazon.com/Ray-Ban-Boyfriend-Sunglasses-Non-Polarized-Gradient/dp/B00372I9M4/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1370645133&sr=1-1&keywords=RB4147

Not sure if they're MFA friendly but I rock them.

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-Mens-MQ24-1E-Analog-Watch/dp/B000GAWSHM/ref=pd_sbs_watch_1 is pretty much the same but an all-black face with gold hands. I got it recently and I've already gotten compliments on it, even though it's a cheap 10 dollar watch

Pretty sure OP was reffering to purchasing Dockers alpha khakis on Amazon

The Hadley Roma Chestnut band looks great with the SNK803.

Timex Expedition
is probably your best option

I have this boy below and I got a leather strap for him - I love it.

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-MDV106-1AV-Analog-Watch-Black/dp/B009KYJAJY

I start working at the hospital in a few months and was just looking for a simple presentable watch like this!
I was thinking about getting the bulova 98h51 which has a similar look.

Would gladly provide feedback if you're willing to ship one to Hong Kong.

The exact same belt on Amazon is $44.99 with free shipping. Thats not bad compared to $59

Check out this Casio watch as well.

I actually own that one and wear it with just about everything.

Edit: Just wanted to add that I actually wore it with my blue jeans and black V today...And god damn did it look sexy.

Darn, I was hoping the black one I've been watching would be on sale. This is the blue one.

These are on sale as well.

• Seiko 5 SNK803 Beige $39.99
  
• Seiko 5 SNK805 Green $43.99

Bass Brocktons are recommended quite a bit as a cheap, good looking suede shoe. If you have the money, however, go with the Buckingham.

Yep. They're the Alpha Skinny vs. Slim Tapered that we regularly see around here. Fits similar to Levi 510. I recommend sizing up 1 for these actually.

I actually use this as a casual watch. Be aware though it's pretty small.

The Billy Reid Peacoat that Daniel Craig wears in Skyfall is $700. These are extremely affordable in comparison.

These outfits also have separate elements for each look. There are a lot of shortcuts to save money buy doubling up on some things. For instance, buying this Invicta with different straps will give you the same feel and it will knock quite a bit of cash off of each outfit.

So like.... which one fits best for this watch? I'm too lazy to do the math... and research.

http://www.amazon.com/Invicta-8926OB-Stainless-Automatic-Bracelet/dp/B000JQFX1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1425484727&sr=1-1&keywords=8926ob

ALMOST bought one a couple days ago, and Im so glad I read the reviews.
Seiko 5 is a much better option IMO

There is a better price on Amazon

I just bought this Bulova watch the other day. Hopefully it's the look you're going for and at $85 its within your price range.

I prefer this invicta instead. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000JQFX1G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1415130385&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

A little bit cheaper and I like the automatic movement and feel. They also have a Quartz version even cheaper

would you recommend tan or dark brown for the military green seiko 5?

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK805-Automatic-Canvas-Casual/dp/B000LTAY1U

The expedition is lighter, barely thicker, and 1.5mm wider than the Bambino. I guess for people with smaller wrists it could look like a large watch. My wrist circumference is 7 inches. Here's what it looks like.

Orient Bambino:

• Case Diameter: 40.50mm
  
• Case Thickness: 11.80mm
  
• Weight: 85g
  
  Timex Expedition Chronograph
  
  
• Case Diameter: 42.00mm
  
• Case Thickness: 12.00mm
  
• Weight: 77g
  
  source:
  
  http://www.creationwatches.com/products/orient-watches-252/orient-classic-automatic-er24005w-3722.html
  
  http://www.amazon.co.uk/Timex-Expedition-Chronograph-Display-Leather/dp/B0083XFHIG

Casio MDV looks like a Rolex Submariner. Just gotta replace the strap.

As a clarifier of what tesoro said:

• "hardened mineral" is pretty much the cheapest stuff on the market. You won't expect much more out of a $50 watch, but the upgrades are sapphire or hardlex (which start at watches around $100).
  
• 3 atm water resistance means NOTHING. I would be careful washing your face while wearing it, and don't even think about taking it in the shower.
  
  These are the same specs as the weekender. In addition, there's no mention of lume. 40mm face with this design will throw it in the ring with the rest of the gaudily large fashion watches nowadays.
  
  How does this beat a $60 watch with lume, automatic movement, and 20atm water resistance rating? or a $65 watch that comes with a bracelet?
  
  For twice the price of the weekender, are you really getting a whole lot more with this?

What size strap for a Timex Expedition Chrono?
Amazon say 42mm band width, I know that ain't right.

Anyone want to show off how their strap has aged?

I have this Bulova and ordered a 2-piece tan since the leather has a red hue that should pair well with the rose gold.

Amazon has Ray-Ban New Wayfarers starting at $75 in the classic colors and Original Wayfarers starting at about $80. Depending on your face shape I'd go try them on first. I thought I wanted Originals but they were giant on my face. The New Wayfarer is perfect. I also got them in brown tortoise to rub it in on all the haters :p

I don't know about that one, but samsonite leather brief is on sale at amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XAVT8K

$55 on Amazon. Though they were $38 just a few days ago. Prices seem pretty volatile.

As for the mocs, those are the cheapest I've seen. This being the alternative that I know of. :/

One piece works fine with my Casio dive watch

Can you tell me what size band would fit this watch?. The description says the band is 28 mm, but I don't see that option on your website.

Use this occasionally
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003SKCARK

Definitely a little darker right after use- but they lighten back up

I own two pairs of authentic New Wayfarers and I recently got a pair of these to wear in situations where I don't want to worry about losing expensive sunglasses.

Amazon

I really like them, they're cheap and they're polarized.

This is the best watch under $100 if you hate divers as much as me.

Selling a Timex Expedition Chrono, BNIB. Bought an extra as a gift but they didn't want it lol. Looking for $35 shipped.

Timestamp

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-Mens-MQ24-1E-Analog-Watch/dp/B000GAWSHM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374906820&sr=8-1&keywords=casio+MQ-24-1E

similarly, my casio

Black

Green

Blue

$95 - Bulova Men's 98H51

$85 - Bulova Men's 96B104

I've had my eye on this Bulova for a while

I've had this watch on my wishlist for a while now

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WUKJ0O/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=16ULFBKXZK4XF&coliid=IO3WDBKF6JZ68

http://www.amazon.com/Bulova-98H51-Strap-Calendar-Watch/dp/B000WUKJ0O

Which one? I just bought this one here. Maybe they restocked.

This Timex Expedition has a 5mm larger case and a brown leather band.

Edit: I actually have this Expedition model for backpackng. It's even a little bigger than the first one I posted but the face might be too different in style.

Did you snag this one or the one linked above?

here you go. these might work

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009CG871W/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Casio mdv106. I wear it daily with a suit and different NATO straps. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009KYJAJY/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

somebody posted this cheap diver in another thread, maybe it works for you?

Hate to crap on your deal, but if I was going to spend $40 on a diver, I would get this instead. I know there's less flash to it, but the watch is reviewed really well and it's also made in the US, if that means anything to anyone.

No it isn't. It's at $58.47 right now on Amazon -> http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0083XFHIG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1U56PS84L4JMC&coliid=IPO7PIH9O1NS4

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0083XFHIG it is no longer $32 though. Saw it on this sub originally.

After leaving behind my Ray-bans in a limo, I said fuck it and bought a 5 dollar pair off of amazon. They look identical, feel decent enough in terms of quality, and are polarized.

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B009CG871W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Edit: Oh, they're $5.50.

So I had an alert setup for a Timex Chronograph I broke that I got on a deal a while ago, and I just got alerted and saw that quite a few models are at pretty low prices close to the lowest price on CamelCamelCamel. The one I just re-bought is $.05 more expensive than the lowest price ever on Camel. I don't think these are gonna go that much cheaper.

Black and Tan Strap $37.31

Black and Brown Strap $42.49

White and Navy Nato Strap $35.04

Alpine and Brown Strap $37.31

Alpine and Tan Nato Strap $37.31

Black and Brown Strap Expedition non chronograph $25.94

Cream and Brown Strap Expedition non chronograph $25.94

Cream and Green Strap Expedition non chronograph $28.21

LL Bean Boots - (signature version, if you like canvas). Go down a full size for medium-weight socks, size and a half for wool socks, which you should have at least three pairs of. Darn Tough has a no bullshit lifetime warranty, so feel comfortable buying their stuff. Weatherproof a pair of Thorogoods if bean boots aren't your bag. Here's a plain toe version.

A vintage navy peacoat is always a safe and timeless option.

Keep an eye out for merino wool beanies, softer than a baby's ass.

When all else fails, an insulated thermos and tea's a good thing to have.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Colombian-Leather-Flapover-Brown/dp/B004XAVT8K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407194592&sr=8-2&keywords=samsonite+bag

Really want to purchase this but I am broke right now. Stupid college textbooks!

Am I?

• quality O rings cost less than 10 cents
  
• a humidity-free environment in which to seal a watch casement is something a brand selling $100+ watches (such as the automatic people recommended in this comment thread) ought to already have
  
• Casio's very similar MDV106 sells for $38 and doesn't leak or condense, and is actually moderately popular in the scuba community. I'd also have to look hard to find any watch Casio sells for over $100.
  
  Sure, maybe I'm wrong to expect a non-glue-on-magnifier for the price, but for a product that is 20-30% more expensive than direct competition (and with a "list price" of "$195" even though we know that's bullshit too), it should not leak or condense.
  
  For Invicta to then tell me there's a $28 "handling fee" plus my own shipping to process a warranty repair when it does is basically telling me to go fuck myself.
  
  ...anyway, not trying to argue with you. I'm just standing behind my expectations and my advice to steer clear of Invicta. Guess I missed the memo on their QC problems so the least I can do is share my experience and save someone else from a similar bad decision.