Reddit mentions of Orient Men's FAA02004B9 Ray II Analog Display Japanese Automatic Silver Watch

just a heads up it's new for 145$ on Amazon

The Casio MDV106-1AV is a perfect daily use watch and does look like the Rolex Submariner but is a great watch in it's own right. It is quartz rather than automatic but considered by many to be best available budget dive watch. You can purchase the bracelet for it for less than $30.

If you must have an automatic rather than a quartz then the Orient Ray II is a great option that is also similar to the Submariner in terms of design but again a quality time piece in and of itself.

And if you aren't bothered about having the Rolex style looks, the Seiko SNZH55 is designed along the lines of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms and also an excellent timepiece.

They are not a very good brand. They focus on advertising over quality. If you want something with a similar look I would consider this.

https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Automatic-SRP769K2-Black-Leather/dp/B01BGGW02M/ref=sr_1_44?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1518820131&sr=1-44&nodeID=6358540011&psd=1&keywords=seiko+automatic

In your price range I would focus on watches made by Seiko, Orient,Citizen and Casio.

Here are a few more stand out options in your price range.


https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SKX007K2-Divers-Automatic-Watch/dp/B000B5OD4I/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1518820302&sr=8-5&keywords=seiko+skx

https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Diving/dp/B01AK5TQXG/ref=pd_sbs_241_18?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01AK5TQXG&pd_rd_r=97G5DW288GNC8V6PEPHE&pd_rd_w=fO6nx&pd_rd_wg=sJrW6&psc=1&refRID=97G5DW288GNC8V6PEPHE

https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B01NAAQLYY/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1518820366&sr=8-32&keywords=orient+watch

https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B01MYRALKQ/ref=pd_sbs_241_18?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01MYRALKQ&pd_rd_r=FWFXKA4ZKKP81SCYYS8V&pd_rd_w=esahE&pd_rd_wg=TwS6E&psc=1&refRID=FWFXKA4ZKKP81SCYYS8V

https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Casual/dp/B01HZT52CE/ref=pd_sbs_241_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01HZT52CE&pd_rd_r=F8S7S9V186H0X6H7DH6R&pd_rd_w=SAFY3&pd_rd_wg=WT5Gd&psc=1&refRID=F8S7S9V186H0X6H7DH6R

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=orient+watch

https://www.amazon.com/Orient-FET0N001B0-Defender-Stainless-Automatic/dp/B00F2DI44E/ref=sr_1_44?ie=UTF8&qid=1518820366&sr=8-44&keywords=orient+watch

This is really nice, but unless you specifically prefer the green dial and blocky indices I think it's smarter to go for a Ray 2 for around half the price.

The green is quite unique and nice though. But I don't know if I'd pay double the price for the same watch when I can get a nice matte black or cool sunburst blue dial on the Ray 2 instead.

You do get sapphire on the Kamasu though, which is a bonus over the Ray, but the insides are the same with the ORIENT Cal. F6922 movement.

At that price point you’re looking at an SKX , Orient Ray , or Orient Mako .

What I paid for my Ray II at Amazon is just under what 40% off is at Orient USA.

The Timex Fairfield Chrono is a good pick, though at your budget I would recommend the upgrade to either one of the Tissot Everytimes for the sapphire crystal or one of the Citizen AU1080 for sapphire in addition to solar power. For something a little more "sophisticated" looking there's the Tisell Bauhaus or one of the Junkers quartz Bauhaus watches.

Clean dials (Bauhaus, especially) are usually pretty versatile because they blend better with more outfits without clashing, though they can get a little dressy. For more simple dials that aren't too formal:

-Seiko SNKN47

-Citizen "Chandler"

-Citizen "Corso"

-Citizen "CTO"

-Messerschmitt KR200-SS

-Bulova Accutron - Quartz movement, but has a nice sweeping seconds hand similar to that of a mechanical watch instead of the ticking motion of a standard quartz.

You could go another route which is the dressy chronograph. You don't want it to be too big though. Depending on wrist size and your overall build I would say 42mm tops, around 40mm or less is best. For example:

-Citizen AO9000-06B

-Bulova 96B262

-Orient Panda

-Seiko SNDC31 and SNDC33 - These two would be my top pick for the dressy chronograph, or the Orient Panda.

You could probably get away with wearing a diver too. Divers are tool watches so I personally wouldn't wear them with anything past maybe business casual (James Bond wears his diver in a tux on a Nato strap no less, but he's fucking James Bond so he gets a pass). Some popular ones are:

-Seiko SKX

-Orient Mako II

-Orient Ray II

Edited for spelling and link fails

Which model are you looking for? I just found the same model I have (Orient Ray 2) for $203 on Amazon.ca

Link

And it looks like the blue dial version is even cheaper.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/comments/6cyzwb/casio_to_orient_diver_downsize_successful/

This was posted yesterday.

Edit: https://www.amazon.com/Orient-FAA02004B9-Automatic-Silver-Toned-Stainless/dp/B01AK5TQXG if you don't like the numerals.

+1 for Seiko Divers (any of them really).

• SKX007
  
• SRP777 (minor movement upgrade over SKX)
  
  Also check out Orient
  
• Mako II
  
• Ray II
  
  All of these are waterproof to 200m (a lot of people suggest this as the minimum if you expect a watch to get wet), in or below your price range, and respected for their quality compared to others in this price range. These are all also available in other colors. Another thing to note is that you can change bracelets/straps aftermarket so don't let that be a deciding factor.

Do you guys think a black and grey NATO strap would look ok on a black Ray 2

Classy combo man. REALLY want this watch, but its small size puts me off. I have some big ol wrists (wearing 44mm currently and it fits fine) so the 38mm is a downer. but love the cream/tan strap combo.

as for another watch, I'd check out Orient or Seiko for Sub $200 divers.

Orient Mako

Orient Ray

Seiko 5 SNZH55

Seiko SKX line is a classic as well.

I'd probably stick to those unless you want a quartz diver (Seiko has some nice solar quartz divers). all come in a variety of colors too. I'd probably stick to the rubber strap version if you can find them as the metal bracelets aren't the best on any of them and are prone to bending spring bars (I rarely wear my mako's bracelet and have already bent 2 bars) save the cash and buy a strap of some sort.

I'd always recommend buying a solid automatic watch. Watches like MK, DW, fossil, etc, are cheaply made with Chinese parts and usually run on quartz and are meant to be replaced when they start to break down. Investing in an automatic can really ensure you have a great watch that will last.

Like mentioned, the skx007 is a great watch and will last you a lifetime. You can also mod this watch quite easily as well and the movement will last forever. Many watch enthusiasts love Seiko, myself included (have 3 will probably get more). Seiko 5's are also solid entry-level watches and many come in around the $100 mark depending on model: https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK789-Automatic-Stainless-Steel/dp/B0018N0HL0/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=seiko+5&qid=1565104496&s=gateway&sr=8-4

The Orient Bambino is also a great entry-level automatic dress watch with a few different dial combos: https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B01N45HWRM

For a cheaper diver, the Orient Ray/Mako lines are good as well: https://www.amazon.com/Orient-FAA02004B9-Display-Japanese-Automatic/dp/B01AK5TQXG/ref=sr_1_2?crid=K6K5EI9K3HA7&keywords=orient+mako+2&qid=1565104421&s=gateway&sprefix=orient+mako%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-2

If you can spend more you can look at Hamilton's Khaki line or Jazzmaster, Seiko Sumo or Seiko Sarb033, Sinn Watches, Chris Ward, Squale, Junker's Bauhaus or Max bill if you like the Daniel Wellington Style.

You can even look at used/vintage and get a nice Omega Seamaster for ~$500

You don't want someone to handle it for you. Not only will you be forever dependent on someone else, but another person's first prerogative is going to be to sell you something. If you want to look more put together, then learning how yourself is half the battle.

For clothes, focus on high quality, versatile, basics that FIT WELL. Fit is 80% of the game. Buy items you can keep for years and spend a few bucks to get them tailored. Google "minimalist wardrobe" or search reddit for "basic bastard." Nice pairs of dark jeans, indigo jeans, couple chinos in versatile colors (olive, blue, khaki). Oxford button down shirts in white, blue, and a couple subdued patterns (stripes, plaids). Polo shirts (no garish logos) and t-shirts in blues, grays, black, white. Sweaters in camel, blue, gray, burgundy. Pairs of boots, white sneakers, and brown wingtips. Basic leather belt. That will cover 95% of situations.

Get a classic automatic (NOT BATTERY) watch. Either a steel strap black/white face diver or a leather strap, plain black/white face watch. The first one is more casual, but works fine with a suit. The second one is more formal, but works fine with jeans. Orient for cheap, Hamilton for mid budget, Rolex/Omega for big budget.

Carry a classy pocket knife. Get a nice leather wallet. Find a pair of sunglasses that fits your face shape. Don't need any other accessories.

Find a real salon and drop a few bucks on a haircut. The stylist should be able to help you based on your face shape. Can also help with facial hair. Find a celebrity that has a similar head/face shape and see if you can find a picture of them with a hairstyle you like.

Take care of your skin. /skincareaddiction has guides. Wear cologne. Go to a store like Nordstrom or Sephora and smell a bunch and see what you like.

I'm not a hairy guy so idk. Does it matter?

They can be difficult to source. I got mine from amazon for £180 iirc. It was through long island watches.

Here is the black dial: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B01AK5TQXG/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1467298603&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=long+island+watch+uk&dpPl=1&dpID=51wXzLzs3SL&ref=plSrch

> Orient's Ray Raven 2

https://www.amazon.ca/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Diving/dp/B01AK5TQXG/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1501461217&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=Orient%27s+Ray+Raven+2

https://www.amazon.ca/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Diving/dp/B01AK5TQE0/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501461217&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Orient%27s+Ray+Raven+2

https://www.amazon.ca/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Casual/dp/B01LWNGDB6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501461217&sr=8-1&keywords=Orient%27s+Ray+Raven+2

The first 2 seem to have good and multiple reviews for the sellers.

I have an Orient Ray II if you're interested in a diver. I wore it once in the last year. DM me if you want pictures :).

https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Diving/dp/B01AK5TQXG

[Mod] So I really want a Mako II with the seconds hand from the Ray II, the bezel from a SKX007K and enclosed with sapphire glass.

Where do I begin? What's a good watch modding form to buy/trade parts from?

I haven't looked at the sizes of the cases to see if I could potentially drop the movement from the Mako II into the case of an SKX007 after swapping the seconds hand from the Ray II.

I wish the SK007 hacked and had a lume pip on the indicator instead of the counter weight. Like the SKX013 does.

The SNZH55 would be perfect with a hacking movement and a bezel with more graduations.

Edit: I guess at the end of the day "saving" up for a Prospex SRPB51 would probably be easier and probably cost less in the long run but I still prefer the hour/minute hands from the Mako, and the seconds hand from the Ray.

Edit 2: This photoshopped watch is basically my "perfect" dive watch except with this bezel I just didn't want to do more photoshopping than necessary and the SEIKO SAMURAI bezel insert already lined up with the other watches.

Looking for a recommendation, as I'm torn between a few diver watches and time is running out for me to make returns on Amazon:

Casio MDV-106

https://www.amazon.ca/Casio-MDV106-1A-Black-Analog-Reverse/dp/B009KYJAJY

Love the look, as got a cheap straight end-piece steel bracelet for it that I think looks pretty nice. Appreciate the no-frills features, and the fact that if it gets banged up, the low cost paid ($62 CAD) makes it easy to replace. Don't like the fact that it's almost not worth changing the battery on it due to the overall price paid, and I feel odd buying NATO straps and silicone straps for such a low-cost watch.

Citizen Promaster BN0150-28E

https://www.amazon.ca/Citizen-Mens-BN0150-28E-Casual-Watch/dp/B016R90VBK/ref=pd_sim_241_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=10SYNG7NDN8BK97N1E3N

Got it for a nice sale on Amazon ($187 CAD), and have another watch with 20 mm lugs so I can re-use existing straps. Love Eco-Drive and a 5- year warranty. Only dislikes are how cramped the watch face looks, and I'm going to have to get an aftermarket steel band for it as well.

Orient Mako II

https://www.amazon.ca/Orient-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless-Diving/dp/B01AK5TQXG/ref=sr_1_2?s=watch&ie=UTF8&qid=1519609215&sr=1-2&keywords=orient+ray

My favorite watch for aesthetics, and it's currently on sale for $208 CAD. Wary about getting an automatic, as I've never had one before. Not sure how I feel about their inherent inaccuracy, as well as the inevitable maintenance costs of $80 CAD +. every few years.

If anyone could offer some opinions on these three, I'd really appreciate it!