I’d buy a new one and replace the entire movement and whatever else the new one may need. It’ll only take a few bucks and an hour or two of your time. Definitely worth it!

That’s a nice pick! I’d recon sneaking a Speedmaster through is quite easy when it’s “just another MoonSwatch” ;)

What sort of direction would you like to go into? I’d pick either a nice mechanical chronograph, something with a tonneau or rectangular case shape, or something field- or pilotwatch-like.

The Grand Carrera is beautiful! I’ve been considering getting one if I can find a good example for a good price.

You could try the cape cod polishing cloths. I used them on one of my watches that I bought preowned and the results are amazing. All the hairline scratches are gone and the deeper scratches are a little less pronounced at least.

For a few bucks and 30 minutes of your time, the result is really amazing.

The current gulf edition is one of my grails. The blue dial is stunning with the iconic orange and teal stripes.

This looks cool. How much is this?

I’ll save up for a watch while looking at all kinds of different watches, ultimately finding something I like better and then impulsively buying whatever it is that I found, stretching my budget so thin that I’m thinking about what seasoning I’ll put on my plain rice this evening.

I’m now on attempt 3 to save up for a Seamaster.

I mean, they’re popular for a reason. All of them are great watches, and they don’t necessarily mean he’s not an enthusiast. Just like people with new Porsches and Ferraris are still car enthusiasts (SUV excluded). If I had the money, my collection would probably include a lot of these, too.

I’d probably pick up an A. Lange perpetual Datograph, a gold Speedmaster with a green dial, a white gold dress watch and a few “beaters” to make up the rest.

If you don’t love it anymore I don’t think there’s a point in keeping it. Others have pointed out that it’s not the most valuable to sell, but it’s still way too much money to only lay around.

I’d rather pass this on for another enthusiast to enjoy and buy a G Shock as a beater.

Sinn 104. Absolutely love mine and I’ve never seen another model with a metallic paint dial *

Honestly, I think this Gentleman is the perfect starting point. Solid movement and good finishing for a good price point. My first mechanical watch is a Tissot LeLocle.

I’d actually prefer the Gentleman over the PRX, as it’s design is timeless and it’s much more versatile.

Good thing I didn’t pursue it then. I initially wanted to get one, but one of my grails suddenly came up for a good deal and I changed plans.

But it sucks that the promised prioritize acces didn’t work. Maybe they weren’t prepared for the demand and couldn’t handle it?

I have an Ocean Star 200C and love it, even though I don’t wear it too much anymore as my Sinn 104 fills a similar role for me.

Although now that you mentioned it, the saleslady immediately offered a 10% discount before I even talked about the price.

I’ve seen Mido Multifort watches go for around $600 gray or slightly used. If that’s an option for you, it might be a contender. Multiple versions to choose from, and I think every version offered a black dial.

Nice collection!

Light dial is quite broad. If you want the dial to be that standout feature for your next piece - Grand Seiko.

I love my tropic rubber starp. Watch out for an original Tropic brand one, not any of the cheap clones. Worlds of difference.

The white chronomaster was one of mine, too. Until they revealed the pink one, I absolutely love that.

Honestly, I’d buy a G Shock for $99 and something like a Seiko 5 for 200. If it has to be a single watch, get a field watch, maybe a used Hamilton Khaki?

Retail $1295… I know they’re owned by Invicta, but come on…