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Alrighty, lets give this a go.

> What colours look good with what?

It depends. You can't go wrong with a black or navy watch face, with a steel case. Stay away from anything gold since it can look super tacky if not done exactly right. If you want a more casual/military look you can get a watch with a PVD (black) case, but these don't age very well in my experience.

If you want something that is sporty, orange watches can look amazing, such as the cult-favourite Seiko Orange Monster.

>Should my watch match my pants?

Doesn't matter, sorta. For 99% of what you will be wearing, as long as you match the watch (in particular the strap, more on that later) to the occasion everything will be just fine. You don't wear an Orange Monster to a funeral, nor do you wear a dress watch to the beach.

Changing the strap on a watch can totally change the looks. You can take a sporty Fleiger style watch on a bright NATO strap and put it on an ostrich leather strap. It can now be worn at pretty much any formal event including weddings and funerals.

> Hair?

That's a new one. I honestly have no idea how one would match a watch to their hair, but seeing as I am currently wearing my watch on a bright orange NATO and have a mohawk (long story) I guess it is sorta possible.

Serious answer: Don't worry.

>When should I go for simplicity and when should I go for elegance?

It is personal preference. I like watches that are as mechanically complex as possible, since it appeals to the engineer side of me. I also like my watches to be extremely readable, since I use them for flying at night, where I NEED to be able to read them in the dark with a quick glance.

Others like their pieces to be as minimal as possible. It is up to whatever you like. On the other hand, you need to make sure your watch fits the occasion. No massive dive watches while meeting The Queen.

Now that we have your questions out of they way, here are my suggestions for some quality watches on a reasonable price point.

If you are looking for a good-for-everything watch, you have a few options. If you are looking for an automaitc watch (no battery, purely mechanical) you really can't beat the SKX007. It has excellent durability, classic looks, and the lume (glow stuff on the dial) is excellent. There is no battery to die, although you may need to get it services in a decade (or get a new one). Leave it on the bracelet for a sporty everyday look that can go with a suit, to a wedding, or a funeral. Throw it on a NATO strap (how I wear my watch every day) for comfortable everyday wearing. Get different coloured straps for different things, and change it up. A new strap can make it look like a totally different watch.

If you want something that will do almost any occasion without a mechanical movement, basically any Citizen Eco-drive will do the job. I myself like the Citizen Nighthawk, although it might be because I'm a pilot. The slide rule on the outside is great for addition/division (how much to tip, how much tax, etc.) and it will tell a second time zone.

If you are looking to make a statement, there is nothing that tops the Seiko "Orange Monster". This thing is built like a tank, the utomatic movement is proven, and the lume is out of this world. It also comes as the "Black Monster" if you want to be a bit more subtle.

If you are looking for a dress watch, I would recommend the Orient "Union" as it has a durable, in-house movement and great looks.

If you are looking for something badass that will be great for nighttime, there is the Traser Code Blue. It is a very durable quartz watch designed for military operations. It has vials of tritium (hydrogen with two neutrons) and will glow without any exposure to light for at least a decade.

If you are looking for a digital watch, I would recommend either the Casio Mudman if you are looking for a large, indestructable watch (That is also allowed for space travel by NASA) or the Casio F91W which is much slimmer, but less durable.



Possibly one of the best deals in "stylish" watches is the Timex Weekender. The come in a million different colours, have an electric illumination, and are very stylish and durable.

STAY AWAY FROM FASHION WATCHES!!! These include brands like Fossil, Nixon, etc. They are basically the same movement out of a $5 Wal-Mart special in a shiny case. Stick to reputable brands such as Casio, Seiko, Citizen, Timex, etc. If you are unsure about a brand, find a thread on the Watchuseek forums about that brand and that thread will probably tell you all you need to know. Also, stay away from Invicta. That company has shitty quality control and makes sub-standard products.

My advice would be to get the SKX007 on the bracelet, and then grab a few NATO straps. I have had great customer service interactions with Clockwork Synergy. Their straps are of decent quality, and their service is second-to-none. If you have a little cash left over, grab the F91W for chores are hiking, or anywhere you may need a stopwatch and illuminated face (i.e. Flying).

I posted this in another thread, but it's relevant for you as well.

Things to wear:

• Comfortable well draining shoes that you've run extensively in.
  
  
• Compression underwear like this For me this is a must have item as it really helps keep mud out of that area, and is super fast to dry.
  
  
• If you're going to wear shorts over the compression underwear as I do, I recommend board shorts as they are designed to get wet, are light weight, dry extremely fast, and have minimal to no pockets.
  
  
• For a top, in the same vein as everything else, pick something easy to dry and lightweight. Cotton is not your friend here.
  
  What to bring:
  
  
• Cash. Cash for parking. Cash for bag check. Cash for food. Cash for merch.
  
  
• Food/Water. Yes they serve food there, but you might want to bring some cliff bars/water anyway.
  
  
• Extra Change of clothes. You'll get a new shirt provided you finish the race, but bring new underwear and pant/shorts. I also recommend a pair of sandals or flip flops for after. It's just easier.
  
  
• Garbage bags. You're gonna need a place to put all your dirty clothes.
  
  
• Towel/Baby wipes. The water hoses will get most of the mud off of you at the end of the race. But having a towel and some baby wipes will help finish what the hose can't get.
  
  
• Lip balm/some sort of lotion. It's hot, and you're constantly going through a constant change of cold/hot/wet/dry/wind/dust etc. You're skin will take a beating. As soon as you're done cleaning off and changed into clean clothes, put lotion on your skin and lip balm on your lips (even if you don't think you need it)
  
  What to do before the race:
  
  
• Arrive at least 1 1/2 hours early. Parking/registration/bag check/race prep etc. takes longer than you might think. You're going to want time to stretch, and get your mind right before you start. Bring your photo ID.
  
  
• Eat a good breakfast before the race, and give yourself enough time to digest. You're going to want calories to burn, but at the same time a country fried steak would be a bad choice.
  
  
• Hydrate well before the race. (this means the previous couple days before the race as well)
  
  
• Go #2 before the race.
  
  What to do during the race:
  
  
• Help others on the course. If someone is struggling, help. Even if they are not on your team. Accept help from others when given. Make friends.
  
  
• Pay attention to what's going on around you. When you're going over a Berlin wall and you're about to swing your leg over, is someone else there? Don't elbow/kick people in the face because you're not paying attention.
  
  
• Watch your landings when you're coming down from high obstacles.
  
  
• Don't be an asshole. Don't yell at people if they are going slow through a tunnel, get stuck on monkey bars, or freeze on walk the plank. Tough Mudder is not a race, but a challenge.
  
  Obstacle specific tips:
  
  
• Arctic Enema : Jump into the water. Don't slide into it all slow. Try to jump as close to the center divider as possible, quickly duck under and get out of there quick. It really is super cold, and the less time you spend in there the better. As soon as you get out do jumping jacks until you can feel your fingers again.
  
  
• Everest : the middle section is usually the most slick, if you can try to sprint up more along the edge of the half pipe. When you run up, you almost want to lean back, not forward, and jump at the last second possible. Don't grab anyone's hands, grab the wood at the top, and if you need assistance you'll get it.
  
  
• Any obstacle where you are wading through knee high or above mud (especially the new pitfall) : Don't run here. There will be pot holes, and you will eat it big time, and even worse, roll and ankle. Slow controlled steps.
  
  ...And that's all I can think of for now. Sorry this was so long. You're going to have a blast, just enjoy it and stay safe out there!

The index controllers are not fine IMO. I RMA'd mine and they eventually got replaced by a new set that was even worse. I'm keeping them anyways because I'd rather deal with never playing Rec Room again and just using auto-run in Pavlov than go back to the Vive wands. I wanted joysticks and buttons so badly that I'm willing to put up with them. I'm also fine with VR devs never using the joystick click mechanic anymore. I hate the mechanic, and that hatred has only grown with my inability to do it consistently now.

I went from ZERO god rays and huge sweet spot in my Vive with the GearVR lens mod to consistent glare whenever there is something bright contrasted with dark environments but still a huge sweet spot. It kinda sucks but the resolution is fantastic and you can only see the pixels if you're trying really hard. Just sucks that an environment like Bigscreen is perfect for that resolution but the glare is a pretty big eyesore. I've heard environments other than the theater are better but I really did like the theater environment.

I had my Vive decked out with super padded VR Cover and replacement VR DAS back padding. It eventually was comfy. Index is comfy out of the box.

I do really like the speakers. Not setting on your ears helps with comfort, heat and longevity.

For things like beat saber, I'd recommend just getting a headband. Helps keep the sweat on your head instead of pouring into the foam.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071S3VJZS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

First of all you should know that the Pathfinder brand has been discontinued, all the new ones are ProTreks.

Now G-Shocks definitely are more durable, they are designed to be the toughest watches around after all. All G-Shocks have 200M water resistance (while many ProTreks have "only" 100M WR), shock resistance and more. Nevertheless, they still aren't completely indestructible, some people told me the resin band on theirs broke after a few years.
ProTreks are durable too of course. I've yet to use one myself, but I read about them online and there are many reports that prove they are too really quite durable timepieces. I would say you could probably feel safe wearing that for whatever, though if you plan on doing some really extreme or shocking stuff, a G-Shock could be a better choice.

Now for some recommendations for models you should check out of both lines. You should know that newer triple-sensor (ABC) Casio watches made after 2013 have a new and improved Triple Sensor Version 3 engine. I'll be recommending several Casios here I think you should check out, basing prices on Amazon (and it doesn't seem like ProTreks/Pathfinders are actually all that cheaper than G-Shocks); note that I don't actually have any personal experience with these ones, just what I read. Also note that of course you are able to find the watches elsewhere other than Amazon for different prices. Another important note on price is that this watches are usually available in different colors which also cost differently (here I chose the cheapest colors).

1. Casio ProTrek PRG-270 (current price: $116): this is the cheapest ProTrek or Pathfinder I could find on Amazon. But it's actually a really good one. It has the version 3 triple sensors, solar power and more. It's gotten really good reviews. I actually asked this same durability question myself on this one.
   
2. Casio G-Shock Mudman G9300 (current price: $126): a quality G-Shock, with dual sensors (compass and thermometer, no barometer or altimeter; personally I don't really need those other two). It is also solar. One feature it doesn't have (and which 1 and 3 do have) that I personally find useful is sunrise/sunset times.
   
3. Casio G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400 "Master of G" (current price: $188): One of the most advanced G-Shocks. It is pretty much just an improved Mudman with more features. This one does have the version 3 triple sensors. It is also the only atomic time watch on this list (personally my country is out of the radios range).
   
4. Casio SGW100 (current price: 39$): The cheapest watch on this list, but a good value. From what I read it is a really durable watch, and has 200M WR (most ProTreks only have 100M; all G-Shocks have 200M). The dual sensors (compass and thermometer) are less accurate, and it's missing many other features, but than it's significantly cheaper so the sacrifices could be worth it.
   
5. Other Casio SGWs: there are other Casio SGW watches, SGW300, 400 and 500 – each have two sensors (it varies which two by SGW model), and the last two are analog-digital. All are less durable than the SGW100. There is also SGW1000 which is a new watch that also has version 3 triple sensors and is cheaper than the ProTrek, but the few Amazon reviews so far aren't too bright so I'm not sure about that one.
   
6. There is also the G-Shock GA1000 which is an analog-digital G-Shock with dual sensors, and various more expensive ProTreks (though the only feature I noticed the cheap PRG-270 is really missing is atomic time).
   
   Anyway this was pretty thorough, hope I helped!
   As for me I ended up going with a nice basic G-Shock G2900 plus a watch-strap compass. I just wanted a reliable watch (this one also has 10 years battery) and decided I don't really need those sensors.

DW-5600E is the basic (but still great!) no frills square.
Tells the time, has alarms and stop watches, counts up and down, an auto backlight, and calendar to 2039. It's dive rated to 200 meters, and has an electronic luminescent backlight, much like indiglo if you have a Timex.

GWM-5610 is all of the above, along with world time, and has the two biggest features for some: solar charging and atomic radio syncing.
For many, this is the THE "square." It's robust, self sufficient, and has a classic look without looking too dated or too ultra modern. The display is slightly different than the 5600E.

GLX-5600 is most similar to the budget 5600E above but has an additional bit of display for tide and moon information. Still as tough, still as cool looking.

GLS-5600 is a more recent, stylish variant of the 5600E. It come in 4 neat colors (black, white, green, and sand) and features a moving seconds complication on the face. Also, it features a "Low Temp LCD," this LCD is rated to go to -20 C. Honestly as you're wearing it on your person, a normal 5600E can go pretty cold as it also has your body heat. Possibly most importantly for some people, this model comes standard with strap adapters and a really comfy clothes NATO strap standard.

GWM-5610-1BJF is the Japanese only, blacked out model of the radio/solar 5610. These can be imported pretty easily through Amazon, so of cost isn't an issue, don't let the import bother you. The Japanese models also usually feature slightly more supple, softer resin straps and a screwback case, like on a mechanical time piece.

While not exclusively a 5600, if you need a big honkin' watch, the GX-56 is basically a thick 5600. Huge buttons and case, has all of the features of a 5610 with a cool moving seconds graphic like the GLS.

Many of these can be found in various colors and feature variants, so as a recap/guide:

5600 - standard square G Shock

5610 - radio/solar square model

GLX - surfing/tide model

GLS - stylish colors, comes with NATO strap

GX-56 - huge "King" G Shock

BB after model number - blacked out model

JF after model number - Japan import

Hopefully this helped. I had a lot of fun making this.

If you want a chrono, a Seiko SSB031, mecha-quartz is a good value for $125. You get a smooth sweeping chrono hand, which is nice to have on a quartz watch. If that doesn't fit your style, you can look up different SSB models to find one you like.

If you want a field watch, Citizen Men's BM8180-03E is a nice quartz watch for $90. You can get a Timex Expedition for cheaper, but I think the Citizen is a better value for the price point. The Timex Waterbury is a nice watch for $100-$150, and I really like the look of the watch (might be overpriced for what you get but I just really like the look).

And also check out some G-Shocks. They don't get much love here, but I honestly think if you just care for a watch you can use, and don't care about looks, a DW-5600E is the best watch you can get in your price range.

I like your style. I was in your exact position only a few months ago.

That being said. I landed on the Nomos Orion Weiss /w Sapphire Case Back ^[1] ^^^^everybody ^^^^circlejerk and I can tell you that it is exactly what I was looking for.

I have a soft spot for subsidiary seconds and a 3/4s plate. Honestly I don't know why it took me so long to pull the trigger on it.

I understand it's manual wind, but this is not a bad thing. It allows for a thinner case design, making it a purpose built timepiece rather than a confused one that is trying too hard to tick all the boxes.

I'm going to order the Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V ^[2] when I feel like it so that I have one for sports and one for casual.

You'd be surprised how perfectly 35mm sits on a 7.5" wrist. It's an incredibly versatile watch and you get your moneys' worth, best value in the industry IMHO.

My recommendation would be the Nomos Orion (your color preference) 35mm /w sapphire back and supplement the purchase with the Gshock.

More Pictures to help you decide. [3] [4] [5] [6]

Total Cost: 1399£ + 50 USD

I have 7.5" Wrists and Nomos Standard band fits perfectly with room to spare.

Repost from an old comment of mine, but still relevant.

I originally got started with a Citizen Eco-Drive chrono. Mine still runs after 10+ years, and looks great on a black leather strap with white stitching.

It's solar powered, and Citizen's solar tech is crazy good. After a year in a box it starts ticking the moment it comes out, and with regular exposure to light it'll just keep going. No battery changes needed, and it has quartz precision. Like I said, mine is over 10 years old.

That's where I recommend starting – simple, hands-off operation. Only once you've started to develop a budget and a more genuine appreciation should you venture into the land of automatics. Going to college you definitely want to be on time, and you don't want to have to care about setting the watch every time you don't wear it for a few days.

Though I don't own any myself, Timex is a reputable low-cost vendor to consider as well. Their Expedition series is nice, as well as the some what odd Flyback. If you happen to be into pure digitals, then Casio is the king.

that bulova is great but its quartz, if you don't mind a quartz watch it opens up a WHOLE slew of different options under 200$. If I was buying a simliar styled watch under 200$ and didn't mind quartz I would probably look at Citizen Eco-Drive watches, the quality is usually outstanding and the solar feature is fun and very useful.

• citizen 1
  
• citizen 2
  
• citizen 3 - a little less dressy but awesome pilot dial
  
• citizen 4 - love this watch but you would need a leather band

You've got a ton of options to choose from. To make the most of your budget, Seiko, Orient, Citizen, and Tissot are some brands to look at. Since you don't like sport watches, if you're just looking for one watch I would recommend the Tissot Visodate which is most of your current budget. You could pair it with a cheap Casio digital for weekend/outdoors wear. But hopefully you'd be able to expand your collection in time.

If you wanted to split your collection a little more evenly financially, there are tons of fantastic options in the $200 range. For automatic dress watches, look at the Orient Bambino range, I would recommend one of their 2nd generation models. Pair that with a Citizen Nighthawk or a G-shock for example and you'd have a highly respectable and seriously versatile two watch collection for your budget.

That isn't to say this is a better option than the Tissot and Casio. There are just a ton of options in your range. Some great value in automatics, and some great tech in quartz if you're looking at the right stuff. Hope you find something that suits you!

hoy boy as someone with mild/moderate foot issues and a history of working in a shoe store do i have some advice for you

a lot of pain can come from how your feet are positioned, especially if it reaches up into your joints. do you pronate or supinate, for instance? do you have flat feet or higher arches? any of those can really do a number on your feet and joints. usually pronators get running shoes that have extra support, whereas supination (unless severe) and arch issues are usually corrected with insoles.

i have high arches and wide feet myself, which puts extra pressure onto the balls of my feet and my heels. ive found that the winning combination for me is a shoe with a lot of cushion, a larger toe box, and extra support. at the moment im wearing a pair of dr martens to work daily, and i have these particular insoles on top, not replacing the original insole.

asics makes really nice shoes, as does mizuno. they make special shoes for pronators and for shin splint issues as well. back when i worked food service, i would wear SFC (shoes for crews) because i got a discount through my employer. never paid more than $50 for a pair and they were non slip. they always wore out within a few months though. nowadays, i wear my docs or a pair of vans (although the former is more comfortable)

i also suggest some good compression socks. i wear these from sockwell. one of the reasons your feet hurt at work is due to blood pooling in your feet, and this helps to circulate that blood. it seems a bit pricey up front (i bought maybe 2 pairs per paycheck until i had enough) but they will last forever. don't even really need special washing/drying.

during the breaks you do get, you should prop your feet up on something. this helps blood travel back up your legs and reduces swelling. you can also stack insoles (i used to wear a pair of full length gel insoles with my arch insoles) if it doesn't make your shoe too tight. you should also check to see how much orthotics would cost – it might be helpful to some degree. otherwise full length gel insoles are fantastic. i would avoid the ones advertised as "massaging" however – they have these hard plastic beads where your feet go. it feels a bit like stepping on rocks.

i know this was long but i hope it was somewhat helpful!!

Hi guys,
Today I’d like to offer up a few well-priced pieces I no longer wear. Prices included Con. US shipping. I take PayPal (F&F preferred) and have good feedback here.

Without further ado, here’s the photo albums w/ timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/YiEaH

Orient Mako Orange -$110 SOLD
The Orient Mako line is well-known for punching above its weight class, and the Orange dial version is probably my favorite (I prefer it to my Gen 1 Orange Monster). This iteration also happens to fairly sought after, as eBay vendors are asking $197 and up (there’s an Orient Mako XL for $148 for bigger-wristed folks).

This watch keeps good time and is good cosmetic condition. Crystal is flawless. Bezel (a common problem with Orient divers) clicks smoothly. Case and bezel inserts has minor use marks. Watch will come on the pictured Nato strap as well as the OEM bracelet that’s sized to 7” wrist. 41mm case x 22mm lug width.

Pics: Wrist shot 1, Wrist shot 2, Closeup, Lume shot

Citizen Eco-Drive AT0200 Field Chrono - $65 SOLD
This is a popular and well-reviewed field watch, and for good reasons: almost fool-proof Eco-Drive tech, one of the more legible chrono dials I’ve seen, robust lume, and nice touches such as the red second hand and matching red WR100 text. 39mm x 20mm.

My sample is well-kept and in good cosmetic condition. Crystal has a tiny hairline scratch near the 2 o’clock marker. Cases has normal wear marks. Caseback is spotless. Watch comes on an unworn NATO band.

Pics: Wrist shot, Closeup 1, Closeup 2, Lume shot

Seiko Solar SNE039 - $58 SOLD
I love mechanical watches as much as the next guy, but it’s nice to have a grab-and-go quartz when you’re in a rush; if said quartz watch requires minimal long-term maintenance due to being solar-powered AND also bears a tasteful design, all the better! This was almost my exact rationale for getting this watch, only to receive something similar from the Mrs soon after that I end up wearing instead.

Watch is in near mint condition and bracelet comes with all links. Please refer to this Amazon product page for more information. 37mm x 19mm

Pics: Wrist shot, Lume , Closeup

Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your time.

G-shock Mudman is hard to beat. Buttons are a little harder to push but it's completely sealed from fluids/dirt so it's easy to clean.

The DW5600 is excellent if you prefer smaller watches

I also like the DW9502

The DW6900 is awesome as well, this model never needs battery changes thanks to solar cells on it. It's a classic model

In general, you can't go wrong with with a Casio G-Shock and the line comes with as many or as little features you desire. I have one with all the bells and whistles, the Rangeman but would have been happy a much simpler G-Shock (I went with the fancy one because I got a great deal on it). Ultimately it's up to you and it sounds like you thought it through on a model that fits your needs.

As for a first watch, sure I think so. It's great for students, or nature lovers, or whatever else. People usually shy away from wearing a G-Shock at a white-collared office job, but I see it happen on occasion. G-Shocks last a long time so you can easily get many years out of one.

If you want any watch with both a compass and temperature readings, it sounds like you'd be better off with a Casio Pro-Trek. They have more sensors than G-shocks, and are normally cheaper.

Here's one that costs only 50$ and has a compass, altimeter, thermometer, and barometer. That being said, it's not solar powered, and it has a negative display, which some people dislike (negative displays are slightly harder to read than positive ones).

If you want to go cheaper or really want a positive display, here's a 40$ one, but it does not have a compass or tough solar.

If you have your heart set on a g-shock. The only one with a compass and thermometer is this one, which, at 180$, does break the bank.

If you don't really care about a compass or thermometer that much and really want a g-shock, I can personally vouch for this at 40$, it's a steal. Other commonly recommended G-shocks are this one because it's less bulky and this one because not only is it less bulky, but it's one of the cheapest G-shocks with multiband-6 (for automatically syncing itself to the correct time) and tough solar.



My overall recommendation to you would be the 50$ Pro-Trek, as I think it fits your needs the best for cheap. However if you are against negative displays, it might not be for you.

Edit: Also the watch you chose is pretty cool. I just saw it was only 62$ on Amazon, that's a great option as well.

I think you could find good citizen Eco Drive that has similar function as PRC200 : http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-AT0200-05E-Eco-Drive-Chronograph-Canvas/dp/B000EQR6H0/ref=sr_1_6?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1335766853&sr=1-6

Or a Seiko Kinetic
http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SSB045-Special-Value-Kinetic/dp/B00756FJJ4/ref=sr_1_5?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1335767001&sr=1-5

Another option for quartz since you were looking at PRC200, is Orient TT0Z001B Limited Edition STI Ion Plated chronograph.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=TeMpz-cxl8A

The Orient used to give out 50% off coupon but they don't do that anymore just 30%.. so $440 retail, 50% would have been $220.
http://orientwatchusa.com/tt0z001b

For what you get, I think it's good deal at $170. 5 left until sold out. 4 left.
http://www.discountwatchstore.com/Orient-TT0Z001B-Mens-Limited-Edition-STI-Black-Ion-Plated-Chronograph_p_27651.html
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If you want an automatic mechanical watch, I would suggest Orient Mako, Seiko 5 series, or Sea-Gull watch.

http://www.amazon.com/Orient-Mens-CEM65002D-Automatic-Watch/dp/B001EWEQ3K/ref=sr_1_1?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1335767894&sr=1-1

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-MENS-ORIENT-ORIGINAL-DIVER-AUTOMATIC-STANLEY-STEEL-WITH-BOX-GIFT-/350497575972?pt=Wristwatches&var=&hash=item519b489424#ht_1402wt_901

http://www.ebay.com/itm/350497575972?var=620037004130&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_1402wt_901

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Sports-Automatic-Watch-SNZG13/dp/B006BUE84M/ref=sr_1_31?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1335767513&sr=1-31

I have that Seiko SNZG13 and it's great on my wrist. I think for smaller wrist, you should look at 38mm~42mm. I have a 43mm watch and the lugs hover over my wrist. I have two 41mm watches that I wear most frequently and those are Orient and Seiko SNZG13.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Sea-Gull-M186S-automatic-designer-watch-multi-purpose-comfortable-to-wear-/280841797985?pt=Wristwatches&var=&hash=item416379c161#ht_642wt_1141

I'm getting this Sea-Gull next. For the price this is a beautiful piece with classic roman numeral dial with blue hands. I have a cheap Parnis with ST-25 but the movement is just dead accurate. More so accurate than my Orient and Seiko 7s26. I'd say accuracy is Sea-Gull>Orient>7s26 in this order with Seiko being most elusive sometimes. Plus with Sea-Gull automatic, you get the movement that you can hand wind as well as hack. So all in all the Sea-Gull may be your best bet at EXACTLY $120. You'll get a penny back.

Hope it helped.

If you are fine with branching out to digital, there are some really cool options for less than 50 bucks. Cheap casio digitals are quite popular, and can cost as little as 10 dollars.

You can also get an entry G-Shock for about that much. It doesn't have solar or radio-controlled time but it is definitely a great watch. Perfect if you want something for swimming, work out, etc., and also just pretty cool in their own right.

G Shock DW5600

Hey! not in the CAF but a huge watch nerd.

The Casio GD350-1B is a pretty good choice. It's a G-shock and has pretty much every feature you need (Countdown, timezone, calendar, stopwatch). The unique thing about this model is that it has a silent vibration alarm and a negative display.

The Casio F-91W It does lake some features but its probably one of the most well-known, cheap, and reliable Casio watch out there. It's really light, pretty much not noticeable, and is almost impossible to break.

The Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V is a really cheap but it still packs bunch of features and it is durable. I guess this is the middle between the GD 350 and the F-91.

There are bunch of really good and durable watches out there, these are just some of my personal favourites. They are not only reliable, durable, and good watches, they look really nice too.

You are going to have a really hard time finding a watch that matches that description in that price range. Nothing I'm gonna tell you in this post is anything that any other member of this sub wouldn't know by heart because there are so few things worth looking at in that range. At ~150 you're almost guaranteed not to find something with sapphire. You looking for analog or digital? There's this - it's not simple/clean, but comes from a decent brand.

In your price range, your best bet is to go with a G-Shock. They're well known for their durability, and there are about a bajillion options to choose from in terms of looks. They have some cool features (radio sync time) but don't necessarily match your aesthetic, as they're kind of busy.

The Citizen Eco-Drive is also highly regarded for its accuracy for the price. I can't speak to its durability though. It's got a mineral crystal. Looks like a pretty decent watch for your specifications.

As for the Timex Expedition...well...you get what you pay for. This is hard - your options would open up radically if you would double your price range you could pick up a Hamilton Khaki or something a little nicer by Victorinox. There's always the tried-and-true, nobody-on-this-sub-ever-shuts-up-about-it Seiko 5, which also has a billion options, and is cheap, but I don't know if they're military durable.

Hey, fellow snowboarder here. I used to ride a ton, but not as much anymore (work, school, friends, life). I've worn 2 G-shocks through 10 years of park riding. They never broke or succumbed to the elements in my experience.

I highly recommend the DW5600E-1V for its low profile and smaller build, as well as low cost. I wear a GWM5610-1 now (pretty much the same thing), which I wear on the inside of my wrist so if I fall on my hands (you're really not supposed to, but it happens, sue me) it doesn't dig into the back of my hand. It fits nicely under a big glove or jacket too.

You could get a Vostok for around the same price and it would probably be fine, but IMO G-shocks were designed for this sort of high impact activity. Definitely recommend.

I am a moderator at /r/Watches. I wrote about six paragraphs and Alien Blue crashed. I will edit this post tomorrow Morning EST will dump more info than you will ever need.

Short answer: G-shock.

Long answer: Luminox Recon.

EDIT: OK, jeez! Sorry that I have a job to do besides moderate a sub and edit posts from the night before...

Basically, G-Shocks are the go-to choice for military and law enforcement. They are super rugged and are actually difficult to break on purpose. I wear a GR7900KG-3 (pictured elsewhere in the comments), that is a limited edition colorway of OD green and orange with an inverted screen. The non-limited edition of my watch, the GW7900B-1 has a laundry list of great features: it's solar-powered, has a perpetual calendar (automatically adjusts for different length months like February), tide graph, dual time, time-zome adjustment, 200m depth water resistence, uses one of G-Shocks better anti-shock systems, (edit: there are about 15 other features that I'm not listing) and the best feature of all... it uses radio synchonization to set the time for you, based off of the nearest atomic clocks located around the world.

There is also the much more affordable, original G-Shock. They make a "reissue" of it called the DW5600E-1V. It's not going to give you any of the fancy features, but it is tough as hell and will probably survive getting run over by a tank. It's also 1/3rd the cost of the 7900.

Obviously there are a million G-Shocks to choose from. These are just my personal suggestion and the most common, inexpensive suggestion. However, you said "nice watch." I wouldn't field a "nice watch" airsofting (I use my G-Shock), but if you wanted to, and wanted to have it be presentable the rest of the time it spends on your wrist, I suggest a Luminox Recon Point Man.

The most important difference here over other Luminox watches is the sapphire glass crystal. Unless they are shooting BBs made of jagged diamonds, it isn't going to harm your watch. A regular mineral crystal can shatter from the force of taking a round. Unless they shoot your watch directly from about 15 feet away, nothing is going to break a sapphire crystal. The Recon Point man just so happens to have a sapphire glass crystal.

It comes in the colors:

• Red with a polyurathane strap
  
• Green with a green NATO/hybrid strap
  
• Blue with a gray NATO/hybrid strap
  
• There are also version of each color with the walking tachymeter in kilometers instead of miles.
  
  I have a Luminox (pictured elsewhere in the comments) with their proprietary NATO/hybrid strap. It is not a normal NATO strap, and it is not a normal Zulu strap. It takes the best features of both of these designs and merges them into their own proprietary thing. It is hands down the best nylon watch strap I've ever seen.
  
  The most important feature of a Luminox watch is the tritium gas tube lume. There are tiny tubes marking the hands and hour positions that constantly glow because the tritium isotope contained inside the tubes is radioactive. Tritium is commonly used in firearms sights, and provides the best nighttime and low-light visibilty. It's awesome. Now, the Recon is a polycarbonate case, whereas my Black Ops (discontinued, now called the ANU) is 316L steel PVD coated black. Poly watches aren't bad, they are just different. It will feel light and... just not as strong. Then again, G-Shocks are the same way, so really you aren't losing out on anything. So I assure you that the PC-cased Recon is in fact tough as hell.
  
  It will also serve as a conversation piece. A common thing for a watch is to make a statement. The kid flipping burgers wears a G-Shock. Not to say this should matter, but it does when discussing an accent piece such as a watch. It's like saying there isn't a difference between real gear and airsoft brand gear - there is undeniably a caché that goes with the more expensive stuff.
  
  So, all in all, I recommend the Luminox Recon.

As far as I can tell (I'm German myself) your English is perfectly fine. :)

Since I don't really care for quartz watches I don't know citizen's range of models all too well but this one could fit the bill. But I'd still go with the Seiko (replacing a battery costs next to nothing) - the face has a quite neat looking 3D design with the outer ring being higher than the rest of the face, I prefer the cleaner look from the two sub dials compared to the three on the citizen, and I think the orange hands and indices look great.

To build on what Coffeeshopman said, if you're going to invest a hundred dollars, it may as well be a hundred well spent. The brands they listed are all Japanese and offer a good value of reasonably well made watches at lower price points. Citizen may interest you in particular as their Eco-Drive watches run off of batteries which are recharged from sunlight and artificial light, requiring very little maintenance.

Furthermore, you may need to investigate what kind of watch you want ( e.g., quartz vs. automatic, which is to say, battery-operated vs. self-winding mechanical gear operated) and what features you would like (some watches you linked have a chronograph / stopwatch for measuring elapsed time). There are pros and cons to these things, but most people on this subreddit heavily favor automatic watches.

Based on these ideas and your aesthetic guidelines, I've pasted a number of links below. I hope they are of some use to you. You will note that Casio is absent. This is merely because they are better known for watches that are more sporty in design and which are typically digital.

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BM8240-03E-Eco-Drive-Black-Leather/dp/B000EQS1D8/ref=sr_1_1?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799711&sr=1-1

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BM8180-03E-Eco-Drive-Canvas-Strap/dp/B000EQS1JW/ref=sr_1_34?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799804&sr=1-34

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-AT0200-05E-Eco-Drive-Chronograph-Canvas/dp/B000EQR6H0/ref=sr_1_1?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799828&sr=1-1

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BM8475-26E-Eco-Drive-Strap-Watch/dp/B005MKGOOY/ref=sr_1_4?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799828&sr=1-4

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BM8475-26E-Eco-Drive-Strap-Watch/dp/B005MKGOOY/ref=sr_1_4?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799828&sr=1-4

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BV1085-06E-Sport-Eco-Drive-Strap/dp/B006D0UB28/ref=sr_1_6?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799828&sr=1-6

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK809-Automatic-Black-Canvas/dp/B002SSUQFG/ref=sr_1_1?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343799975&sr=1-1

http://www.amazon.com/Orient-ER1X003B-Chicane-Leather-Automatic/dp/B007SAKK9Q/ref=sr_1_15?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1343803840&sr=1-15

Enjoying breakfast and a cup of coffee with my buddy today in Downtown LA and spotted his daily beater. Asked him if I could take a pic and post it here, so I dressed the shot up a bit. :)

Details on the watch:

• Military-inspired stainless steel watch with round dial, red contrasting second hand, and rugged green canvas band
  
  
• Japanese quartz movement with analog display
  
  
• Charges in natural sunlight or indoor light
  
  
• Features include protective mineral crystal dial window, date window, three subdials, luminous hands, and buckle closure and
  
  
• Water resistant to 330 feet (100 M): suitable for snorkeling, as well as swimming, but not diving
  
  Info on Eco-Drive:
  
  > One pivotal technological breakthrough was the development of a light-driven watch. CITIZEN pioneered this engineering innovation well ahead of other watch manufacturers as early as 1976, which led to the launch of the highly acclaimed Eco-Drive in 1995. Utilizing electrical power converted from virtually any light source, this extraordinary innovation changed forever the way watches could be powered. Eco-Drive eliminated the need to ever replace batteries, which made it especially beneficial to areas where such specialist batteries were not obtainable. This leveled the field for citizens of virtually every country to be able to experience unrestricted joy of wearing and using a CITIZEN watch.
  
  He got it for around $200. Found it on Amazon for about $170.

Fulfilled by amazon isn't the same as sold by Amazon - a citizen sold by Amazon will have a 5 year citizen warranty. Sold by a third party and fulfilled by amazon means you're stuck with a seller warranty if they aren't an authorized dealer.

This may not be a big deal -- jomashop for example has a well respected warranty. But the old rule still applies - buy the seller first, then buy the watch.

For the watch you linked, you can buy from amazon for an extra six bucks - I think it's worth the expense :)

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-AT0200-05E-Eco-Drive-Stainless-Canvass/dp/B000EQR6H0/ref=owo_wa?_encoding=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

http://www.reddit.com/r/weightlifting/comments/2m6luw/your_favorite_underwear_brands_for_lifting_in/

That is a good post from a few days ago filled with comments about what people wear.

Here is my comment copied and pasted:

I have Hanes, Fruit of the Loom, and Kirkland Signature (Costco), and UA boxer briefs. The UA ones feel strange, so I dont wear them often. They are my "oops, forgot about that laundry thing" pair. I like Fruit of the loom most of the time and really like the Kirkland ones. They are the most....snug fit, which I find to be most comfortable. I should also admit that most of mine are probably a bit too large as I lost weight and the Kirkland ones are the only ones I bought after losing most of the weight.

As for compression gear, I normally wear Nike compression shorts.

I have a pair of Under Armour compression shorts that I do not like as much as the Nikes. They are a bit thicker, but I still wear them on occasion.

I have a few pairs of Athleta tights, but also have these and these and find both comfortable. The first link ones I find to be a bit thicker, which is really useful as it is colder now, but I didnt find them too thick and warm in the summer.

My brother and a few others I know have bought the cheap gear from Target (Champion I think), and that stuff seems decent, they find it comfortable. So that could be something else to try out.

The Nautica brand is fine. They are known for their clothing, but their watches are made by the Timex group, whose name might be a little more prolific in the world of horology.

Some other alternatives I think may pique your interest and give bit of variety based off the Nautica would be:

• Citizen
  
• Seiko
  
• Timex
  
  Hopefully that helps and let me know what you think, I'll be happy to help you look for more!

How long is a piece of string?

Do you want an old Hamilton / Elgin / Benrus / Seiko / Wittnauer that looks simple and classy and comes with an automatic or a manual wind and can be picked up in working condition on ebay all day long for $50-$100?

Do you want a generic Omega / Rolex / Tag Heuer that will get smirked at by watch snobs but impress dumb and materialistic young women?

I really like the elegance of the classic Vacheron Constantin watches, but I can't justify the expense.

My current watch is the Casio G-Shock 5600E. It's super-durable, costs $42 on Amazon, and it's one of a small handful of watches certified by NASA for spaceflight.

If you just want something simple, affordable and new, with a traditional automatic movement, the Seiko 5 series might not be a bad choice.

You have a world of options. Your budget and taste and desired features will help you narrow it down.

EDIT: Inadvertently parroted most of liberalguy123's guide to the right. Just go ahead and read that.

Oculus does sell replacement facial interfaces for the Rift-S for $30. Not an ideal solution, admittedly, but you can clean the first one while someone else is using the second one on the HMD I guess.

Getting a good sweat band might help too. Another comment recommended this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FK4FS66 . It's the same kind I have and it definitely works well.

This watch is a fun (for eight year olds), practical, and very affordable Christmas present. This costs more but looks pretty slick and is automatically set to atomic clocks via radio, which is pretty damn cool when you're eight.

This Leatherman is a little pricey for what it is but little boys love multi-tools, Leathermans are great multi-tools, and it comes with a pointless knife (as in, there's no sharp tip) that you install yourself, in case you don't trust your child with knives (I may or may not have a scar from using my Leatherman Micra in a really stupid way when I was 10) or your kid will definitely take it everywhere, including their school which has a zero-tolerance/thought policy on pointy objects. (If you have no problems with knives, the Squirt would be my first choice for a mini-multitool.)

This book is pricey for a single book but I had the old version as a kid and it's still one of my all time favorite books. Highly recommend, for a kid interested in technology.

Assuming the Movado is the 1881 automatic I suggest something other than a dress watch or sports watch unless he is the type of person to only like one or two styles of watches. Like the other poster stated the Bambino is a great watch for $150 but compared to the $1000 watch in the same dressy category it wouldn't be fair.

Personally I would go for a more casual/fun watch at that price range. A dressy watch would have to compete with the Movado and Omega for wrist real estate but a casual watch he can wear for yard work or whenever wearing the other watches would be too risky.

Field Watch-Quartz-$200

Field Watch-Quatz-$130



Pilot watch-Quartz-$200

Classic Square G-Shock- Auto updates time in the northen hemisphere every night-95$


If you still want a dressy automatic Orient and the Seiko 5s are your best best.
For dressy Quartz check out the Citizen watches.

I just got these thermal base layer tops in the mail, and wearing them now. For $7.99 and free shipping, they're awesome - although I already ran today, so I won't have a report until tomorrow. And because I'm cheap, I also got this $8 generic version of the Buff, and it's great - for ears, neck, mouth, anything. Also, I got gloves, which help a ton.

For milder weather, like 40 F, I wear just a cotton long-sleeved shirt, because 5 minutes in, I need to roll up the sleeves.

In high winds, I wear a windbreaker. It's very light, obviously blocks out wind, and I can easily remove it if (when!) I get hot, and just tie it around my waist.

It's disappointing to hear that the $150 restriction will need to go, especially because I am pretty convinced that it is possible to make the watch I want for a lot less than that. Digital watch modules are dirt cheap, so 90% of the cost will be the steel and sapphire, and there are <$150 analogue watches that have those.

My $150 budget wasn't arbitrary. I actually did the maths, based on my age, countrie's life expectancy, how long my plastic Casios usually last me, planning for 3 instances of loss/theft over the rest of my life, etc. At about $150 for a watch that can last roughly 17 years, I am basically paying the same as a never ending string of $15 Casios. I'm willing to pay a bit more than that for the convenience of not having to go watch shopping every few years, but not twice as much, that's just not sensible. The watch market just seems really messed up / distorted by people with impractical utility functions.

I have checked out the Citizen Ecodrives, and really do like the technology. The fact that they go into a "sleep mode" when they don't get enough light where they stop moving the hands but keep the quartz oscillator running is super sexy. I did find a chronograph for under $150, so it's an option (all it misses is the calendar and the sapphire). What turned me off was being unable to convince myself that analogue chronographs are a good idea. Looking at that photo, I can envisage times when the chronograph hands are occluded by the minute or hour time, meaning I might be stuck with +/- 2 minutes of uncertainty on the chronograph time unless I wait a long time for the hands to move, and that just feels like such a stupid limitation to have to live with.

Regarding the perpetual calendar thing: it's not that I literally don't have a spare 50 seconds per year. Part of it is that, as explained above, my baseline watch experience is cheap digitals, which just do this for me and I don't have to think about it - paying a bit more to get a nicer watch is not an appealing prospect to me if doing so gives me more work to do. It's not hard work, or a lot of work, it just feels kind of perverse to me, in a philosophical sense. I buy machines to make my life more convenient, not less. Having to reset the calendar most months is an obligation, and a machine should not give me an obligation unless it is removing an equivalent obligation(s) from me. Another part of it is that I just know full well there will be months I'll forget to do it, and it's the kind of error which could conceivably go unnoticed for a week. I just feel like things which are important enough that they need to be right, easy enough to forget that I'm likely to do it once or twice a year, and simple enough to automate using a very small, very cheap, very reliable bit of technology (like a 4 bit digital counter) should be automated.

I fully understand that people in group (iii) (people who appreciate the intricate mechanical engineering and/or fine traditional craftsmanship of mechanical watches) might actually appreciate the necessary interaction with their watch that resetting the date requires. Kind of like feeding a beloved pet, almost.

I think you have it strapped too tight to your face. I don't get red marks on my face as I have it so it is lightly touching my face. It can move a touch with medium to fast side head movement but that's a tradeoff worth making to not be in pain and it generally bounces back to the sweetspot. If it doesn't, it's a very slightly adjustment.

For the record, when I first got it back during launch week, I did have it fairly tight (like how I would wear my Rift CV1) to make sure it didn't move and after 10-15 minutes I was in pretty big discomfort. Only then did I loosen the straps and saw how much better it was to wear that way.

I think part of it is both the added weight in the front and the face insert material and design. It's not a nice feeling foam.

Another thing to try is to use a headband around the Quest. Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/poshei-Headband-Sweatband-Crossfit-Basketball/dp/B07H25M7WF/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1LT2PO7567VEE&keywords=poshei+mens+headband&qid=1566229012&s=gateway&smid=AG6PEUQEKSMVW&sprefix=poshei+%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-3

And what you'd do is you put it around the Quest's headband near where the solid arms are and then put it on your head. Your head will push up on one side of this headband which will raise up the arms a bit and transfer some of the front weight to where this strap is. It's a cheaper though no doubt less effective alternative to the Studioform strap. I use one of these types of headbands and it nice.

I would recommend to stop brushing. If you really just want to brush, only do so when soaking wet. Apply your cream (and think about adding a gel or something to hold the curl better) to damp but not wet hair and diffuse or air dry and use a pick to help shape and get volume. As for sleep, try a silk pillow case like [this]
(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0070U9GSU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1) or a hair buff to sleep in like this

ETA: My favorite products for my hair, which is similar to yours are Cantu Curl Activator and [LA Looks Gel] (https://www.amazon.com/LOOKS-SPORT-XTRME-HLD-Pack/dp/B005JT5XLI/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1518620771&sr=1-2&keywords=la+looks+hair+gel).

Casio is the way to go, here. Casio Royale Cheap, but good quality with enough bells and whistles to keep a 9 year old satisfied. Plus it's 100m water resistant, which means it's safe for pool or shower.

But just about any Casio would be good.

Have you looked at the G-Shock series at all? I understand you're into a minimal approach but as someone who has used multiple G-Shocks in combat that they're pretty much the most reliable watches I've used thus far.

My personal favorite G-Shock G5600KG-3CR. I also I have a DW5600E-1V thats lasted for a long time.

While the W lines are not bad at all, they're a bit more flimsy than the G-Shock series. I owned a F91W (in the super fashionable silver) and the band clasp became unusable after multiple pulls on it by accident (again all while deployed overseas and out in the field). I switch to a G-Shock with a more reliable rubber band and would prefer it any day.


All in all you're basically going to get what you pay for. Unless you live a very safe and easy life, some sort of desk job I'd imagine, where risk is minimal, the W series watches and lower-lower-end references wont last very long in other circumstances.

I like the normal classic black DW-5600-E1V the best out of the 5600s. It's cheap ($40), a neutral color to match any outfit, tough, no frills. It was my first Gshock and the one that got me started collecting.

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-shock-DW5600E-1V-Shock-Resistant/dp/B000GAYQKY

Be aware that you can also buy different color bezels and straps if you want to customize your watch. Out if all the models the 5600 has the most customizability options.

http://www.pacparts.com/model.cfm?mfg=Casio&model_id=dw-5600&row_start=21&action=search_model

This site has a list and pics of all the 5600s. Click on one you like and you can buy the bezel and or strap. It is also good for browsing for a style you like and getting the model name to search for a site that carrys it.

This site also has spare bezels and bands. It's also UK based I believe so might be a better option for you.

https://www.tiktox.com/casio-bands-bezels-and-spares/5600-g-shock-spares.html

Well if you're mainly looking for a watch for ur work you could get the Mudmaster, but you could also get a cheap beater watch and the dress watch. They have G-Shocks that go for like $40 on Amazon like the Casio DW5600E-1V. With a cheap beater you wont have to worry about damaging it at all at work as you wont be out much if u somehow manage to break it and you get the basic functions needed. Then you can still afford a nice dress watch for the weekends. And I'm sure you wont be needing a compass for ur job welding. But if you like all the features of the mudmaster then get it but that's what I'd do is get the DW5600 for work and the citizen or a similar one for the weekends or ur down time

Casio Wristwatches (Model: DW5600E-1V) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_42BwDbQKNPH2B

This may not be of much help, but if I were in a position where I had to wear scrubs I'd probably opt for something tough and technical that I need not worry about. A G-Shock DW5600 is 45 bucks and tough as nails and will probably do everything you need it to. If you chafe at the idea of something technical, perhaps a Citizen Eco Drive such as this one. They're extraordinarily accurate quartz watches and highly regarded in just about every aspect I can think of, you'd probably get great mileage out of something like this one. It's even got a nice blue dial.

edit: And if either of those feel too expensive to you, a Casio F-91W is ten bucks and notoriously (at least in the hands of terrorists) reliable.

Thanks.

The watch I got my wife 4 years ago is the one linked below. I liked the G-Shock, but would love to upgrade it to something nicer.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001BYBAM6/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I live in Canada, but I'll give my advice.

I personally bought the cheapest referee uniforms I could find. In Canada, they were the Avantis

For watches, I use a Fitbit (not really necessary but I recieved it as a gift) and a Casio

For the whistle, I have the lanyard and just wrap it around my hand.

Good luck!

Someone else said the Orient Mako, and I love mine. Great option and the lug width is 22mm so if you are ever wanting to change up the straps or bracelet, it's very easy.
Have you looked at Citizen too? They have quite a few watches that seem to match the loo you are somewhat going for.

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i would like to sell this white G Shock to fund the purchase of a Seiko SNK809. (So if you have an SNK809, I will possibly trade you.) I am asking $50 plus shipping. I bought this watch as an Amazon Warehouse Deal, so all i have is the "stand" in the picture and the manual shoved underneath. It is a good watch, but I like my black square solar G shock more.

Here's a link to the watch on Amazon:

White G Shock

Again, I am selling this watch used with NO BOX. The module is 3155, which is actually a neat module.

I'm selling it to fund the purchase of this watch:

Cheap Seiko 5 Field Watch

Because I just have more watches than I need. I really only want the Seiko for the exhibition caseback (and the sweet design). My daily driver is a Seiko SRP777 which I love, but sadly, I can't see the movement.

My zip code is 30309.

You are required to wear cycling shorts under the uniforms? They aren't the most comfortable things to walk in.

Are you just required to wear "tight" shorts like bicycle shorts? Compression shorts (like what Under Armour makes) are probably a more reasonable choice. I wear them backpacking to prevent chaffing. I wouldn't buy Under Armour shorts for this but you can probably find similar compression shorts at Kohls/Target for 5-10 dollars. These are on Amazon for about 10 bucks (assuming you are male but the same thing exists for females). They are going to be a lot more comfortable and less expensive than biking shorts for marching band.

And you don't wear underwear under these either. :)

Casio Gshock DW5600E

Price: 45 dollars new

Movement: Quartz

Style: digital sports watch

Size: 45mm case diamater

Link: Amazon

Description: probably the best cheap tool watch you can find. Water resistant to 200m, shock proof, and generally all around tough. As one of the smaller gshocks, it's probably the one I recommend the most (along with its solar atomic variant). A gshock will easily last you a decade or so with a battery change every couple of years. Plus, if you're a horological snob or something, this watch is one of the few watches approved by NASA for space travel. And if rumours are to be believed, it's one of the more common watches in space. I honestly think this watch belongs in every collection. It really is the perfect beater watch.

I can't decide which watch to get, would you guys mind helping me out?

So far I'm looking at Casio F91W, [Casio W800H-1AV] (https://www.amazon.com/Casio-W800H-1AV-Classic-Sport-Watch/dp/B001AWZDA4/ref=zg_bs_6358540011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=W0MB4NW36A7WRN4S8P1Q), Casio F108WH, Casio W800HG-9AV, and this one (Amazon just called it "Casio Men's Digital Watch"). Any help and/or other watch suggestions around the same price point with similar features would be greatly appreciated

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Speaking from experience of buying about 4 or 5 difference cheap (sub $20 pairs on Amazon w/ great reviews), it's just not worth it. The materials are sub-par and will likely hurt like hell on any run over 3 miles. Even using Body Glide, my legs still rubbed with the cheap materials.

Best recommendation - try to find an outlet store for a major brand name. Personally, I go to a Nike outlet about 1 hour drive away. Their running shorts run about $30-40 per pair, and if you're lucky, run occasional clearance for $15. I've seen this twice and picked up about 3 pairs each time.

Other option is to try compression shorts. Those you can get without the same concerns of rubbing (from my experience at least).

Links for fun.

My favorite pair (have 4 of them) and
Compression shorts

DW6900. Or, if you're more into the square look, DW5600. Both less than $50 and conservative in style. You can then use the other $450 in your budget for something nice on the weekends or as a reward to yourself for getting that commission in four years. Good luck with your studies and future career.

Hello everyone! I would like to get the community's recommendation for a classic steel case, white dial, brown leather strap dress watch and a diver's watch. My current collection of watches include - Seiko SNN241, Seiko SNA695, Seiko Kinetic SKA553, Casio G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400-1CR and a Timex Weekender Fairfield.
I am looking for a classic brown leather strap white dial dress watch. I looked around and finally deicded on this Orient Bambino Version 2, but it is not available anywhere! Out of stock at all retailers. What would you recommend in this style which can be an alternative to the Bambino V2 which is in the price range $200-$250? I am also looking for a Diver's watch in the $150 to $250 range. The choices in this category are quite a lot - Seiko SKX Collection, Seiko Monster SRP Collection, the Orient Ray, Ray II, Mako, Mako USA II. It's overwhelming. With the Diver's watch I would like your recommendation specific to quality and technology of the watch. This way I will be able to prioritize my choice based on quality first and then the aesthetics. Thank you!

I picked up this white G-Shock recently. The band is not good, though. The white coating comes off. I'm in the process of replacing it with a white NATO strap.

It's solar-powered, so it will basically never need a battery replacement. The "Multi Band 6" refers to its ability to recieve time sync from six different radio towers placed around the world, which base their own time on a nearby atomic clock. Hence, "solar atomic." It will never poop out, and it's time will always be accurate. Pretty cool technology all around. You can leave it in a drawer for a year and forget about it, and it's back up and running after a few minutes of sunshine. G-Shocks are also highly water resistant -- customarily to 200M, which is quite good for a sub-$100 timepiece.

Arguably stylish digital watches aren't that easy to come by, but here's an interesting one with an e-ink display. And you can always rely on Nixon to do something retro-futuristic.

And of course, there's the Pebble Smartwatch.

You can get downright classy with brushed stainless steel and a genuine leather band.

I've done 4 Spartan races - all sprints - but in a variety of temperatures and conditions.

I'm not about showing my junk either, so I go for a "superhero" style layering approach. Here's my go to gear:

• Tesla Long-Sleeve Compression Shirt: https://www.amazon.com/TM-T11-BKRZ-X-Large-Tesla-Compression-Baselayer-Sleeve/dp/B01MT5X19B/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492570859&sr=8-1&keywords=Tesla+Men%27s+Cool+Dry+Compression+Baselayer+Mock+Long+Sleeve
  
• Sub Sports long compression pants: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002VCPVHW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Champion Performax running shorts with a rear zip pocket: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S0JDCDU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Mudgear compression socks (amazing!): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TSLYU5I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Ironclad Box Handler gloves: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004WZRJ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  For shoes, I've run 4 races and done lots of training in between in the same pair of Reebok Nano 4s. Not exactly specialized trail running/OCR shoes. But I just love their durability, foot protection, and their traction really shines on the climbing obstacles. I wouldn't mind upgrading but I just can't seem to wear this pair of shoes down! I expect they'll last at least another 4+ races.
  
  Picture of me rocking my gear: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81Aw7uZaxOL.jpg

I see.

I guess I probably shouldn't talk much shit. I'm into mechanical keyboards and have spent probably $500+ on them in the past year or so.

Watches for me are much more of a utility item than something I care that much about. I have a Casio Digital Watch and love it to pieces. I've worn it for years and never needed to replace the battery or anything and it's served me perfectly.

With keyboards, I have a Vortex Pok3r. Swapped out the switches on it ($60 for all of the new switches) and have custom keycaps totaling ~$50.

Different strokes for different folks, I guess.

I had a black background on a previous watch (Armitron, this is my first G-Shock). I didn't mind it so much because I could personally see it most of the time. However, I have [the clear background with black numbers] (http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FPVUJA/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) on this one and love it. It is just 10x easier to read for me.

I also like how it's matte coloring all over.

The watch you have is a great one. You can always get more g-shocks. I would suggest you get one from the Masters of G series (i.e. Mudman, Rangeman, Frogman You can get a frogman for cheaper on the WUS sales forums). These tend to be larger watches and they have great features with the durability and quality you get with a regular g-shock. You may also consider the "King" of G-Shock. The GX-56 is a very good watch for large wrists. It is the toughest watch casio makes.

Out of the ones listed, I like the looks of the Mudmaster the best. Also the Rangeman is another great ABC watch.

It's just a thin band, it dissipates the heat much better, I used to sweat in long sessions, this has totally countered it, and feels very comfortable.
Here's the link to what I got, yeah the pics are goofy :)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G4RQCF4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I actually bought a sweatband that I started wearing during VR sessions.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071S3VJZS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

When doing set rotations with friends (people constantly swapping in and out of VR taking turns) they have actually thanked me for wearing it now lol. It makes a noticeable difference. Otherwise I have towels at the ready to try and absorb as much sweat as possible from the fabrics between switches.

Has he hinted at any particular style? I think the Weekender would be an excellent choice. Off the top of my head, here are some additional classic and well respected budget watches.

Timex Expedition Scout

Casio F91W or F108WH

Casio MDV106

G-Shock DW5600

Timex T49904

Would love to know the answer to this as well. I've had the same issue from day one and have had to resort to wearing headbands like these whenever I game. Not the most comfortable or elegant solution.

Most really rugged watches will be durable, like a Casio G-Shock. The Casio DW-5600 is excellent for that. I'll make a list of some other options!

Dressy-

Orient Bambino ~$130-$200

Seiko SARB035 ~$400

Citizen Eco-Drive AW1236-03A ~$100

Rugged-

Cadio G-Shock DW-5600 ~$50

Casio G-Shock GA100A-7A ~$70

Victorinox 241675 ~$150

Digital-

Casio F91W ~$10

Casio "World Time" ~$25

Timex Marathon ~$15-$20

Entry Level Mechanical-

Seiko SNK809 ~$60-$75

Orient Mako II ~$150

Invicta Pro-Diver (Submariner Homage) ~$80

Fantastic Quartz-

Timex Weekender ~$20-$30

Timex Expedition ~$50

Casio "Duro" MDV-106 ~$45

Thanks everyone who gave me feedback. Yea I'm currently sporting this Casio as my travel watch (http://www.amazon.com/DW5600E-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital-Watch/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1463430606&sr=8-3&keywords=casio+g-shock) and it's near perfect. I would just like one to look a bit cooler - although the casio watches are cool in their own classic way.

They're generally seen as being really tough, and well-suited to abuse and rough environments of various sorts. You might get some discussion over "most durable". There are absolutely some watches that offer better water resistance. There might be other watches that are somehow tougher in other ways (resistance to strong magnetic fields, etc.). But every model of G-Shock gives 200m water resistance, and pretty incredible impact resistance, too, and they also do this starting at really low prices. I'm not aware of a better bang-for-the buck tough, durable watch than the G-Shock. (If someone is, I'd be happy to hear from them.)

To give an example of value for money: I know you said you don't like the GWM5610 and similar, but the DW-5600, which is essentially the entry-level G-Shock, is now on Amazon.com for under $40 USD.

Depending on the model you choose, there are all sorts of functions available (temperature, barometer, compass, etc.), and you can get analog, or analog and digital, or pure digital. They also come in different sizes. Some of them are really big, so keep that in mind when you're deciding. There's also some modding that goes on, including adapters for different styles of watch straps, and "bull bars" to help protect the watch even more.

No information included about your desired price range so I'll just throw out a few suggestions. G-Shock is a solid choice - my favorite is the GW6900 as it is 5 buttons (dedicated light button), solar powered, and sets itself every night to the atomic clock. A slimmer option is the GWM-5610 with the same features except for the dedicated light button. These also have non-atomic non-solar versions for about half the price DW6900 and DW5600 which both come in around $45. These are classic models and won't draw unwanted attention.

If you're looking for something analog, while I hate to recommend another Casio, the MDV-106 dive watch is really hard to beat for 40-50 bucks. Water resistant to 200 meters, real functioning diver's timing bezel, applied indices, rubber strap... it's highly regarded at this price point. Good luck!

Thanks! and that watch looks rad! I just picked this casio up because I destroyed the last couple watches that I had. The one I'd probably go back to is the Orient Mako in blac, but I've also had my eyes on the Rodina. You might like this casio as well!

Challenging becasue I have small wrists (<6in circumference) so most durable watches look clown-sized on me. The only digital watch I would spend substantial money on is this g-shock, probably.

> but one small enough to not get in the way when I'm bending my wrist

You might want to consider wearing your watch above (towards the direction of your shoulder, not your hand) the ulna bone (the bony lump on the outside of your wrist). Wearing a watch below that bone virtually guarantees that it'll hit the back of your wrist when you bend it back, regardless of the watch. That said, where you wear your watch is a complete matter of personal preference, and so you'll have to decide what works best for you.

For smaller G-Shocks, check out the DW5600 (basic battery watch, battery should last 2+ years), or the GWM5610 (same watch, but with solar/atomic features, battery should last 10-15+ years).

Edit: bullbars are also available for these, although I do not know how reliable they are or how well they work.

Your cheapest bet is probably either the Casio F91W or F105W-1A. The F91W is a classic retro, but the backlight is just a single small LED which isn't great illumination. The F105W-A1 has a full on backlight for better night time legibility. Depending on how much functionality you need there's also what people refer to as the "Casio Royale", and if you need something super rugged but affordable there's of course the DW5600 G-Shock. All of those have an hourly beep/alarm that you can toggle on/off.

These gloves are on my wish list and the reviews say they're good at preventing hand sweat. Not a bad price either!

I use them and like them. Some people swear by the expensive stuff like underarmor, adidas, nike, etc... I have 4 pairs of these and love them. Amazon or Kohls has them I think.

> I am sweating buckets.

Be careful, a few people have destroyed their Vive's with moisture. I recommend using a strong floor fan or ceiling fan to aid evaporation so sweat doesn't build up, and a sweat band is a good idea.

I'm pretty sure it's a classic G-shock. I just got one for Christmas and love it so far. Casio Men's DW5600E-1V "G-Shock" Classic Digital Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_wliOub01XGH85

I bought these under armor compression shorts for less than $25 on Amazon and they worked great. I did the Temecula sprint in January and expect them to last through the Seattle Super and MT Beast. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0088IB76C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Walmart, well the one near me anyways, sells compression shorts like these in the Men's clothing section. I have several pairs and they're quite comfortable. You could also check out these on Amazon. They look like they'd do the job just fine.

I like compression socks for recovery but I don't like how they make my feet feel during the run, so I got these calf compression sleeves and it's so nice. Now I can wear whatever socks I want to during the run and still get the benefit of compression on my lower legs. Then I wear super tight compression socks after my shower.

I know there's some debate over whether compression helps during the run, but I can tell a difference for myself. I'm less sore after long runs when I wear the sleeves.

I went through a watch nerd phase and have 8 of the damn things. 90% of the time I actually wear only two of them: this citizen quartz that I'm wearing right now is my casual knockabout. Its here but I have it on a NATO strap. The other I wear for more business / business casual dress.

• What are you looking to spend?
  
• Automatic (mechanical movement) or quartz crystal?
  
• Dressy, sporty, diver?
  
  /r/watches has a pretty cool price guide thing in their wiki

I wear a Citizen AT0200-05E. Durable, waterproof, solar powered, looks good, and I got mine on Amazon for like 90 bucks.

Looks like its 118 on Amazon right now

A lot of people are waiting for VRCovers to come out with their faux leather VR mask for the Rift S. Both because it's better at wicking sweat and it will probably increase the device's FOV/remove the "binocular effect."

In the interim, your best bet is to buy a sweatband or sweat-focused skullcap--I've seen these suggested a few times--and swapping them out as needed during play.

Grips I have no idea on, sorry

I like the 4-way stretch type liners over straight up fleece. I have some OR PL-150's that I've had for like 10 years and they're still going strong. These ones are likely similar for $10- https://www.amazon.com/Compression-Lightweight-Running-Gloves-Gloves/dp/B01AYXDW7K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492445291&sr=8-1&keywords=fleece+glove+liners

A citizen eco drive isn't an automatic, but well regarded around here, and they have a bunch of options for your desired level of formality.

edit: or this one that actually has the black dial.
edit 2: I like this one best.

Sweatbands. You'll want to stick to the thin kind such as,

https://www.amazon.com/poshei-Headband-Sweatband-Crossfit-Basketball/dp/B07H25M7WF

I picked up a set of those and they work ok.

I've also cut the sleeves off of some shirts. The sleeves work great as sweatbands and also gives you a sleeveless shirt to wear when playing for comfort.

You'll kind of look like an a-hole with both options but it's what I'd suggest. If you're playing heavy then you might need to switch bands during sessions. Also, keep a fan on yourself.

Ahh, well then try using a cotton bandage inside near the lenses and see if that helps to absorb the moisture from your breathing. You could put it on your forehead if you don't want to attach it to the Quest itself. Or better yet, try using a thin moisture-wicking headband that you see athletes wear, like these:

https://smile.amazon.com/poshei-Headband-Sweatband-Crossfit-Basketball/dp/B07H25M7WF/

Just get a watch. One of the cheap Casio G shock 's can be had between 10 and 50 bucks. They run about 3 years on a battery. Are pretty much indestructible.

You can attach it to your bike in some way. But I'd recommend just wearing it. Since that's easier.

I'll edit with some links.

Edit:Something like this for example. You can wear it. But you could also take off the strap and 3M tape (Same tape as gopro mounts) somewhere on your bike.

Just to be sure, we're talking about the

dw-5600e ($41)
vs the
dw-5600ms-1 ($98)

Is that correct?

I personally would not buy a negative display G as my main watch without having seen a negative display G before. I would also lean toward the less expensive one first because there's less sunk cost, and when you do like it, you can decide to pick up the more expensive one later.

Also if it's JUST the negative display you like about the other one (because the cases are fairly similar) then you could mod the $41 model to negative (I think), pretty easily. And you can black out the white lettering with sharpie. Easy. And then you have a reasonable approximation of that more expensive watch, for much less.

There are lot of good Eco-Drive models. Some of my favorites

• Simple chrono -- https://smile.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Chronograph-Watch-AT0200-05E/dp/B000EQR6H0/
  
• Promaster Diver -- https://smile.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Promaster-Diver-BN0151-09L/dp/B00PXVU3GM/
  
• Nighthawk ( aviation / GMT ) -- https://smile.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Promaster-Nighthawk-BJ7000-52E/dp/B00074KYC8/
  
• Clean dial -- https://smile.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Stainless-Steel-BM7100-59E/dp/B004JKBEUM/
  
  note : I own both the Promaster Diver and the Nighthawk. I love Seiko too, but solar powered quartz is pretty low maintenance.

Olight S2

HP zbook g4

G-Shock Classic

Sabre Red with Clip Holster for backpack pocket

Travelambo RFID wallet

Some basic first aid stuff I carry is pictured too, foldable mini splint, first aid kit, pocket resuscitator, and a RATS tourniquet. I HATE the RATS, pretty garbage but my old tourniquet has somehow disappeared… plan on replacing it when I have the money. Also, I fucking love local beer!

I personally use this. Got it as a Christmas present. It's pretty cheap, but has interval timers, stopwatch, a function to let you run stoppage time, and such. Works great.

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-DW5600E-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331168812&sr=8-1

Great watch: tough, dependable, and simple to use. I've had mine for a couple years now, and it's been great.

I have the same problem, particularly when I'm running.

I've had the best luck with UA HeatGear Compression Tights, I swear that they are cooler than anything else. A close 2nd is the UA 9" Boxer Jocks, the longer length really helps them from riding up.

Thanks again for all of the replies and suggestions. I think I have settled on a model:

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G9000-1V-G-Shock-Digital-Sport/dp/B000FPVUJA

Again thanks for all the help.

Others have suggested G5600 but there is a Glide model with tide times & mode phase, useful for surfers.

Other options are the red G7900 or more subtle. The G9000 mudman is for those into muddy outdoor activities; I really like the round buttons.

Wow, some of those Vostoks were great looking, but not the style I am looking for currently. Thanks for the suggestion though!

After browsing for a bit more, I actually came across this watch. Aside from cosmetic differences, are there any significant differences between this Citizen and the BM8180 I had posted previously?

The only reason I am leaning towards Citizen is that the low maintenance Eco-Drive seems less intimidating for a newcomer like me.

I recommend these - they solved the halo sweat and are very comfy:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FK4FS66

It's good to get everything clean first. Pull out the halo foam pieces (they have a plastic cage on them that snaps into the halo). Pull out the facial interface. Get a container/bowl and make a solution of water and a little dish soap (like Dawn). Dunk the pieces in it and squeeze squeeze squeeze. Repeat with clean water. Squeeze and blot out the water, then dry them overnight. You can speed up the drying by blowing a fan on them.

The headbands listed above will solve the halo sweat problem. Have each individual pick one to use. The facial interface sweat problem is harder to solve until the VRcover products are released, but there are a lot of disposable masks that can be bought. Some people are peeling the foam right off of the facial interface and velcroing on other solutions meant for other headsets but I haven't tried any of that.

poshei Mens Headband (4 Pack), Mens Sweatband & Sports Headband for Running, Crossfit, Cycling, Yoga, Basketball - Stretchy Moisture Wicking Unisex Hairband https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H25M7WF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vVjkDbNTK7DC8

This worked great for me. It's super thin but it helps a lot.

If I'm wearing my Heart Rate Monitor, that goes on my wrist. If I'm commuting, whatever I'm going to wear for the rest of the day (usually this) goes on my wrist. Otherwise, it varies, but I usually throw on my good old indestructible G-Shock for stopwatch functionality and because my wrist feels naked without a watch.

(Maybe the obvious answer but) I use a G-Shock 5600 . Cheap, durable, and pretty minimal. There are some cool color ways and collaborations out there but I like the original.

This is the one I have, and I really enjoy it. Bonus: it's solar powered.

I know you said you hate G-shocks but it sounds like a G-Shock would be perfect for you.

Just curious, many people think of the big chunky g-shocks and don't like those. Do you also dislike the thinner ones? Here's one in black and white. I know someone who actually owns this white one and it looks thin, can take a beating, and goes with a lot of casual wear nicely.

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-DW5600E-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_5?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1368564970&sr=1-5

http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/watchking/item/g-5600a-7dr/#googtrans/ja/en

Maybe something like this would fit your budget better?

Also, I know I'd get this watch in a heartbeat if I had the money for it. Love it to death. Maybe change the strap though.

I have a couple from this brand in different colours as well as a couple long sleeved rashies and compression shorts from them for under mma shorts.

I have had them for over a year now, they are still holding on bar a few threads coming loose (burn them) - and it's nice to just have some basic go to compression gear for day in day out use.

I love spats and do have a couple Meerkatsu and Scramble ones but I found these ones retain elasticity a better than bigger brands' ones.

(Also they do have slightly more stealth versions available without the unsightly 'crotch stitching' - their biggest letdown).

Edit: Stealth versions

That's a good choice. I actually prefer the [DW5600] (https://www.amazon.com/G-shock-DW5600E-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498697594&sr=8-1&keywords=dw5600) (non-solar) version myself. (I own both.)

Either way, a way to accessorize (and potentially make a tough watch even tougher is to put on [Bullbars from Jays & Kays] (https://www.amazon.com/JaysAndKays-BULLBARS-Casio-G-Shock-DW5600/dp/B012UVDNN2/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1498697572&sr=8-6&keywords=bull+bars). Congrats to your brother!

Honestly can't go wrong with a g-shock. Military time, date and the seconds can be read with a glance. I'd say at least 80% of the E.D I work in wears a g-shock. I've been wearing this for the past 6 months and it's held up great. Sure it will for many years to come. I love analogs but digital it so convenient for military time.

Casio Men's DW5600E-1V G-Shock Classic Digital Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_dTI6wb2JASH4D

Using it. Works great. As for comfort, get a set of these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H25M7WF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_fPeBDbWQTXGE0

I raced 4 or 5 hours today without a problem.

From what I have read compression leg sleeves help with shin splits a lot. I purchased these to help with my calves getting hard after running for 20 minutes and seem to help a lot.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PZ5HTIG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the headband I bought. I place is right underneath my hairline for best absorption.

I also saw someone recommend this one.

Wow wow wow...THIS ONE, ignore that it says for men. It never moves and I have never worn anything that's so absorbent, soft and comfy... Never go to OTF without it!!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074NZSXW6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

The original G-shocks all looked like this one. Not sure if this is the original or just based on the original.

I am playing BoxVR and it makes me DRENCHED after a workout. (I am out of shape and some extra pounds too)

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I just got these in today to help with sweat, and they do help some, but i still overpowered them:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H25M7WF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I think i will be buying the pleather face replacements to help with it cause right now i need to let it dry out after a BoxVR session. Most likely: https://vrcover.com/product/oculus-quest-foam-and-interface-basic-set/

Cool down your place more, play with fewer clothes on. I also find that these sweatbands really help.

1. I wear under armour shorts
   
2. There are lots of Yoga Mats out there. In my experience the towel matters way more than the mat. I like these towels.
   
3. Probably. Studios can very in terms of facilities and just how they're run in general. Class can also be quite different based on the teacher, even though they are all giving the same dialogue. I prefer teachers that give very specific feedback.
   
4. Diet can be very important - I've had Yoga classes where I basically felt like I was going to die, and the day before I had a lot of fried or trash food.
   
5. Try not to drink too much right before class. Most of the time I try to stop drinking about 30 minutes before class, and then after class I usually try and get at least 32 oz within the first hour or so.
   
6. Electrolytes also matter imo - I have been doing emergen-c's electrolytes mix, and like it just find. If I had more money I'd probably use nuun, Hi Lyte, or something like that.

Mate the DW-5600 is consistently under $50 USD and definitely the best bang for buck.

Do you prefer analog?

I'd choose between the Seikos (I like the skx👍)

If you like the whole Navy Seal thing and don't mind digital.

I suggest a g-shock like the dw6900 or a dw5600.

Or their multiband solar variant.

i just put the seiko on my christmas list, along with this Citizen

the fact that you say you have small wrists means that both watches - at 37mm - should fit nicely.

bands are easily swapped.

Does he wear watches? This one is a nerd's dream. I have one and absolutely love it. Solar, atomic , almost indestructible, compass, barometer, altimeter, and more. Gshock Rangeman Casio Men's GW-9400-1CR Master of G Stainless Steel Solar Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_l8srybX3NGGXW

Have you looked at any of the Citizen watches? You can usualy find these cheaper on places like Jomashop. The Chrono one is fantastic

Non-Chrono

Chrono

If it's up your alley aesthetically, the Casio 9400 Rangeman is by far the best choice. Built in thermometer, compass, altimeter, barometer, solar powered (no batteries), multi-band atomic radio syncing so it NEVER loses time, and all of the standard timing features, hourly signals, and alarms.

It's such good value that people were shocked, because it seemingly cannibalizes half their $1000+ lineup by offering all of their features for $200.

Personally I have 6.25" wrists and this watch is just a tad big. G-Shock DW5600E-1V

You can find them cheaper in the US if you're from there. They're available usually all over the world. Just be careful when using Deet products (ex. mosquito repellent) since it eats away at the resin.

If you're looking for an analog watch that you can beat around I'd say this Seiko 5 SNK809. It will also fit smaller wrists not to mention its probably one of the cheapest reliable automatic watches available from a reputable company.

Again there are many straps for both watches and a few different colours.

Cheers.

I got Sockwell brand ones -- Amazon has lots of choices (here's the one I got) I actually found them a godsend because my plane was FREEZING COLD. But they do feel nice on swollen feet/ankles, too!

i know you've already excluded the large and almost comical G-Shocks but did you see the classic 5600 and the 5610 w/ solar and radio controlled time? Much more subdued in size, and I feel like they look better than the Ironman series.

I'd reccomend a sweat band. I like These ones from amazon as they're pretty flat so they dont get in the way of play

In the midst of my final year at university and thought I'd share my essentials. A lot of these pieces are essentials from this sub - which I give many thanks to!

From left to right:

• Macbook Pro

• Staedtler Highlighter

• AmazonBasics Gold iPhone Cable

• A Little History of Economics by Niall Kishtainy

• Warby Parker Glasses

• Casio World Time AE1200WH-1A

• Saddleback Leather Co. Card Holder

• Alcohol Swab - Essential

• Victorinox Pioneer X

• Mac Charger

• iPhone 6 w/ Mophie Charging Case

gloves for ice skating! I lost my old pair somewhere in my rink and haven't been able to get a new one. We use them to prevent ice burns on our hands from when we fall (and I'm currently working on double jumps, so falling happens a lot, lol) I'm hesitant to jump while I don't have gloves to protect myself, so this would make me more comfortable in practice and I won't have to borrow my friends and leave them without.

Casio has a ton of small, inexpensive, digital watches and pretty much any of them are good. The F91W for example. That thing is tiny and light. I mean like "I forgot I put this on" light. Downside is the back light light is shit. You could get the Illuminator F105W-1A for a better back light, but roughly the same size. Also a bunch of different Databanks if you like the retro nerdy look.

If you need something durable for a job or whatever then the DW5600 is small (for a G-Shock) and tough as nails. Also the GWM5610 upgrade.

You could get a Timex Ironman, depending on what you're doing with it. Ironmans are designed to be running/workout watches mostly.

Casio and Timex both have decent digital watches in that range. For an analog, Vostoks are great looking if you don't mind that they can gain/lose alot of time in a day otherwise Timex and Seiko has some good basic stuff that you could put a metal or rubber band on if it doesn't come with it already. Outside of that if all you can spend is $100 most of what you'll find either gonna find are cool looking but flimsy pieces or decently made but basic watches. If you can up your budget even to $150 your options from Orient, Bulova, and Citizen open up a little bit.

If you just need something functional, I'd get a Casio G-Shock. This model is pretty popular on this sub. It's one of their less big models.

This is where I get them on Amazon and I love them, they would work great for keeping their ears clean, but these two would never keep them on.

I've found these to be pretty helpful in soaking up some of the sweat: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074NZSXW6/

I would suggest a black watch of some sort, as casios are my favorite, I can use those as an example.

Streetwear

Retro - my favorite

Different retro

Minimalist

Crazy

Not all 100% black, but they at least got a little bit of black in them. I think part of wearing a watch is being able to balance how busy it looks on your wrist with how busy the rest of your outfit is. If you're going for streetwear, wearing a flashy watch is a lot easier than for someone going for a business casual look (of course there are exceptions). I'd say look at these and see if any would mesh with your wardrobe. Even if not, get the calculator one or the analog minimal one just to experiment with watches. They're cheap and it's fun as hell.

Lots of things out there that can work. On the really cheap end, Casio and Timex tend to be more reliable than most other things, though I have had a watch from each die on me. For something that will hold up really well no matter what you do with it, I'd look at a Casio G-Shock. They do have versions that look a little more fancy or dressy too, though they cost more.

For something considered a little more high end, I've had decent luck finding things at thrift stores, the Swiss Army I've been wearing the last few years was $6, and I found a really pretty Tissot for $8 for when I want something a little more dressy. Each one new would have likely set me back over $100. Going used, it's probably safer to stick with quartz movements (Battery powered) over mechanical.

I like that watch. Here's an amazon link if anyone is interested.

This is the best cheap beater I have found

Just slap an 18mm NATO band on it

Fwiw I work out in my 6900 and it's small and light and doesn't get in the way.

The 5600 is even smaller.

Both come in solar/atomic which is awesome:
GW6900 which is what I have

GW5610

Best all around G-shocks, in my opinion, from least to most expensive, all under $200.

DW-5600

GW6900

GWM-5610

GW-7900

GW-9400

I think it depends on the feature set and materials. A basic $50 g shock has a quartz movement and very basic timekeeping features (stopwatch, timer, calendar etc.) This $200 range man has atomic time keeping and is solar powered. This $400 variant is made of carbon fiber and had features like a barometer, altimeter, etc.

This $1000 model is made in Japan and features Bluetooth and gps, as well as other features.

The black negative is definitely real nice :) But I didn't have the extra $165 to put down on it. Maybe later down the line I will pick that up to have.

Here's mine: http://imgur.com/QCiVESK

The G-Shock GW-9400-1CR "Rangeman" and I picked it up on Amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-GW-9400-1CR-Master-Stainless-Steel/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469413275&sr=8-1&keywords=gw9400

I got a $40 Casio G-Shock for this exact purpose. Works great for the job it has to do. It's cheap enough that if it does get trashed, it's not a big loss, and its plastic so it won't arc and electrocute you.

Something like this would be good: Casio DW5600E-1V Mens G-Shock Watch https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_g.CBCb86SDC38

Looks awesome! Is that the Rangeman 9400-1 ? I’ve been eyeing that for a bit. Now I think i have to get it...

Do G-Shocks interest you at all for work? Something like a DW5600 maybe? They're pretty much built for war.

when i bought this it was $50, best watch I've ever owned

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G9000-1V-G-Shock-Digital-Sport/dp/B000FPVUJA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1450818590&sr=8-2&keywords=casio+mudman

this also has a noise indicator i think

This is my beat-around watch.

I love it:

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-DW5600E-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408413830&sr=8-1&keywords=dw+5600e

Personally, I'd get a G-Shock and use maps on your phone or a handheld GPS. I've had one of these for years and it's a perfect beater watch (cheap, durable, functional). You then have room in the budget for tools that work well, rather than something that attempts to do everything.


In the mountains I stick to topographic maps and use OruxMaps for mountain biking. A handheld GPS is convenient, really shines when hiking in adverse conditions. On a winter hike we lost the trail in a snow storm, map/compass was reference and GPS let us safely backtrack.

Thanks for all the suggestions. I am going to use a bandanna + fan and also ordered these sweat wicking headbands: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074NZSXW6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Found this sqaure g-shock for 46$,

and this white square g-shock for 70$ but it looks a lot better imo.
Sorry they're both square, but i really like the lower profile and reduced bulkiness.

I highly agree with this, I use https://www.amazon.com/poshei-Headband-Sweatband-Crossfit-Basketball/dp/B07H25M7WF/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=headband&qid=1562954465&s=gateway&sr=8-3 due to the thinness of it and how well it absorbs sweat!

I wear a sweat band beneath my headset. Athletes wear them under their helmets all the time and it works great with VR headsets.

https://www.amazon.com/Self-Pro-Headbands-Sweatband-Racquetball/dp/B074NZSXW6/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=1TH59CCAVR64&keywords=sweatband&qid=1554252984&s=gateway&sprefix=sweatband&sr=8-4

I've got a Citizen that does that, and it's fuckin' great.

It is this one reallly great for the price

can you not have a digital watch? casio makes a great one that can be set to any timezone, and can search them all too.

Huge variability here. What's most important to you? Budget, accuracy, durability, functionality, versatility, etc.?

My daily watch these days is a Seiko SNK809 on a NATO strap (the stock strap is crap). If I'm travelling and need something absolutely indestructible, Casio G-shock DW5600. Two simple, no-nonsense watches that will probably last me a lifetime, for around $100 total.

I'm starting to get more into watches, and my next watches will probably be in the four-figure range (eyeing a Sinn U2 and Nomos Tangente). Equally BIFL if you take care of them, but a completely different league altogether.

if you want a super tough beater, you can get an original/ early version of the g-shock for about $38! https://www.amazon.com/G-shock-DW5600E-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1517577649&sr=8-12&keywords=gshock

If you like the look there is a Chronograph version with a 41mm (vs the 37mm here) case.

Edit: just realized you actually want the smaller version. Oh well, maybe someone else was wondering about a bigger face version.

Another vote for g-shock. I got one of these a couple of years ago as a cheap beater watch. It may also suit you as it has a low profile that is less likely to catch on things when working with your hands, many G-shocks are fairly chunky.

I also recently got a Casio protrek for my birthday, much chunkier watch but definitely rock solid.

> eco-drive Nighthawk

I have a Chronograph, and its also amazing.

Yes, or anything else by Casio:

Casio watches on Amazon sorted by price

The most basic G-Shocks start around $40 (US). I'd go for that, as they do add something in ruggedness.

That'd be this one: G-Shock DW5600

But there are MANY other models and colors that cost roughly the same.

If I might make a recommendation, check out the Citizen Eco Drive - either this model or this slightly larger model with more dials.

Pair it up with a nice NATO strap (buy several different colors, still under $200) and swap them out based on how you're feeling.

Heres an Amazon link: https://www.amazon.ca/Casio-DW5600E-1V-Mens-G-Shock-Watch/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=pd_cp_241_3?pd_rd_w=DnbDr&pf_rd_p=64a84aa4-b549-4445-9bf3-48bdeed5f24a&pf_rd_r=8K57MK245NTA3NKHBGR6&pd_rd_r=36414d5f-097f-4a7e-b149-d8ce04960931&pd_rd_wg=n4O7l&pd_rd_i=B000GAYQKY&psc=1&refRID=8K57MK245NTA3NKHBGR6
Heres and budget version, I have this, can personally recommend it: https://www.amazon.ca/Casio-W-218H-2AVCF-Classic-Digital-Display/dp/B07G2MS6SG/ref=pd_sbs_241_14?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07G2MS6SG&pd_rd_r=76a46959-3424-402f-bc84-8b6b667e1601&pd_rd_w=hJ3vc&pd_rd_wg=4Oon0&pf_rd_p=28c5fb4c-8ad7-463e-882b-b3c8499d441a&pf_rd_r=4J2GJNJZKBMB5K8W5MGD&psc=1&refRID=4J2GJNJZKBMB5K8W5MGD