Watches - another OCD problem

[MastersOfDeath]

some really nice looking timepieces chaps…

here's my Aeromatic A1254. cheap and cheerful, but
this one goes up to 40 for those extra long months 

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[Seul]

Hahaha that's brilliant!..

"Do we have any bills due?.."
"Naaaah they're due the 1st, we're only the 35th dear!.."

[Pomito]

Must be the Maya calendar.

[hectic]

@Pomito:

Must be the Maya calendar.

Watch only warrantied until December 2012

[hectic]

Picked up a G-shock GWM5600. My Seiko is picking up chips and what not.

[nameness]

Old school, nice.

[jacoavlu]

like the gshock
I have a similar
anything more is just jewelry

promise pics…

[jacoavlu]

…not that there's anything wrong with a nicer watch

someday, I dream of a GMT-Master II...

[bertoni]

Thinking of taking the plunge and getting myself a decent watch for my 'gulp' 40th.
I don't have much experience with watches (got a sturdy silver metal G-Shock right now…love it) and am looking at spending no
more than 1000-1200 euros. Ideally i'd like something solid (don't want a primadonna watch that scratches easy)
and that looks good with tan leather, silver and rubber straps.
I've seen the Sinn U1, the Steinhart Triton Black (sold out goddam it!) and the Marathon GSAR so far.
Anyone care to point me in the direction of any other worthy contenders?
Would really appreciate the help.
Thanks

[hectic]

Check out:

Damasko
Seiko (marine master- high end variations)
Kemmner
Christopher Ward (maybe)
Hamilton
Oris divers

[hectic]

I'm 40 this year as well, perhaps I should do the same…

[barun]

my favorite of my many watches.  I used to be addicted to watches but lately my tastes have switched more towards Iron Heart and similar things that drain my bank account

[hectic]

Got this official Casio strap for my gw5600:

[hectic]

[zhivago]

My daily driver is a Tag Heuer. Not so fancy you mind if it gets a scratch or two on the bezel, but still classy.  Pretty classic styling in my opinion as well.

[derivative666]

Beautiful Panerai

[Chris]

Definitely check out Damasko if you're looking for tough.  Downside there is that the company is seriously small production; last I heard, there was more than a year wait.  I'd also recommend Fortis, Stowa, Kobold and as a total curve ball, the 300 meter dive watch by Orient (yellow dial, specifically).  Kobold watches might be out of your stated range, depending on current exchange rates, but the rest should be ok.

[Jii]

@Chris:

as a total curve ball, the 300 meter dive watch by Orient (yellow dial, specifically)

Seconded. Amazing watch, in my personal top 5 of dive watches. The black dial is nice as well but the yellow is pure sex. Japanese domestic model though which makes it a bit trickier to get your hands on. Don't have one but may have to get one eventually..

[Giles]

http://www.orientalwatchsite.com/forum/index.php?/topic/6142-orient-star-300m-professional-diver-wz0251fd/

[bertoni]

Wow thanks for all the replies guys. Just read them all with interest. Not got round to checking your suggestions yet but will do.
Do it Hectic, try and tear yourself away from the powerful pull of G-shock…just for the hell of it!
I have to admit I LOVE mine...tough and beautiful...just like the wife
The Sinn U1 ticks all the right boxes except I haven't fallen in love with it....and at this price it has to be love!