Best watch in the 1000$ range?

[Tubby’s Canteen]

All the watch threads have given me the urge to treat myself to a quality watch as an added bonus I think I can make an argument for writing one off as a navigational aid for marine use. It worked for quality binoculars and a really nice compass anyway so it’s worth a shot.

So that being said what would you gentleman recommend in the 1000-2000$ price range. Must be waterproof, mechanical winding , durable enough to stand up to use on the a commercial fishing boat. Repairable when I eventually break it and understated.
gold watches are right up there with pearl revolver grips hundred spoke rims in my opinion.

 

[YancyW]

Doxa, IMO hands down the best value in the watch world.

Here is a great example:

Whitepearl

Following in the spirit of the SUB 300T Conquistador introduced in 1968, the first general public diving watch to meet the pressure challenge with the helium release valve, the SUB 1500T proves a worthy successor – an authentic diver's watch built to withstand the toughest of challenges. Its...

doxawatches.com

 

[Rimbaud]

Apple Watch, or even Garmin. Not mechanical, of course, but solid.

 

[Tubby’s Canteen]

Doxa, IMO hands down the best value in the watch world.

Here is a great example:

Whitepearl

Following in the spirit of the SUB 300T Conquistador introduced in 1968, the first general public diving watch to meet the pressure challenge with the helium release valve, the SUB 1500T proves a worthy successor – an authentic diver's watch built to withstand the toughest of challenges. Its...

doxawatches.com

Funny you should mention them I was actually looking at a shark hunt last night after reading the Rolex thread

 

[Tubby’s Canteen]

Apple Watch, or even Garmin. Not mechanical, of course, but solid.

I doubt they would survive the abusive environment I’d expose them too.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

iPhone

 

[Wishfulthinker580]

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Christopher Ward

Dive Watches | Christopher Ward

Professional dive watches, hand-built in Switzerland to withstand the pressures of deep-sea exploration (up to 1,000m). With pure sapphire dials, ceramic bezels and chronometer movements all in place, you’re equipped for anything.

www.christopherward.com

 

[AimSmall]

Garmin Epix.

Check available software.

 

[Tanks]

I'd recommend one of the Casio Mudmaster models. Very durable though solar powered rather than mechanical. I like mine. And under $1,000.

GWGB1000-1A | G-SHOCK MASTER OF G - LAND Gray | CASIO

Enjoy both fearless adventure and a comfortable fit with this tough and rugged Master of G Mudmaster flagship timepiece. This analog-digital combination watch delivers more comfortable fit and outstanding durability with a robust exterior incorporating a guarding structure built with metal...

www.casio.com

 

[Kalthoff]

Do you want German:

https://www.sinn.de/de/Instrumentelle_Uhren.htm

https://www.stowa.de/uhren

https://www.damasko-watches.com/de/aktuelle-kollektion/modelle-ohne-manufakturkaliber/?p=1

or Swiss:

https://www.midowatches.com/en/watches/collections/ocean-star.html

https://www.certina.com/en/ds-8?f[1]=watch_gender:395&f[2]=movement:152

 

[Tubby’s Canteen]

If it won't, I've never seen one that would. It is at least on par with a GSAR or a Kobold.

To get tougher than that, you are going to have to go with a digital display G-Shock, but I would rather carry around a sundial.

Not the greatest environment for electronics

 

[CZDiesel]

My top three would be a used but mint condition Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Seiko Luxe Diver, or a used but mint Squale GMT Ceramic… Here are three nice examples!

TAG Heuer Aquaracer Men's Black Watch - WAN2110 | eBay

<p>Comes with original box, bracelet, warranty card, service records, etc.</p><br /><p>I am the second owner. I never used the bracelet. Both the bracelet and watch show minimal fine scratches consistent with occasional use. Glass was replaced by authorized retailer under my ownership and is...

www.ebay.com

Seiko Luxe 1965 Diver Charcoal Dial Watch SPB143 New In Box With Tags | eBay

1965 Diver's Watch Reinterpretation. 200m Water Resistant.

www.ebay.com

Squale 1545 Atmos Ceramica 300M Diver's Watch Black Stainless Steel Men's Analog | eBay

See photos.

www.ebay.com

 

[Rez Exelon]

My top picks:

Smart/Tactical - Garmin Epix Gen 2 Solar Sapphire
Mechanical - Citizen Promaster F900

 

[PARA45]

Breitling Superocean. I have one and I've abused the crap out of and still going strong. Like anything else, they've gone up in price considerably. I like mine.

 

[Red Leg]

A quality Seiko will last you the rest of your life, and look good while doing it.

 

[Tubby’s Canteen]

A quality Seiko will last you the rest of your life, and look good while doing it.

Thank you @Red Leg do the make a model with a tide clock I was unaware until I started researching some of the models mentioned in these post it was even an option

 

[Red Leg]

Thank you @Red Leg do the make a model with a tide clock I was unaware until I started researching some of the models mentioned in these post it was even an option

That is a different issue entirely. I have no idea.

 

[YancyW]

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Not the greatest environment for electronics

I mistakenly quoted you there, I thought you were referring to the Doxa. Sorry for the mistake.

 

[norfolk shooter]

What would a used Tudor set you back in the USA??

 

[norfolk shooter]

Tudor Black Bay Heritage Dark PAPERS Stainless Steel PVD 41mm... for £2,016 for sale from a Seller on Chrono24

Tudor Black Bay Dark Listing: £2,016 Tudor Black Bay Heritage Dark PAPERS Stainless Steel PVD 41mm..., Reference number 79230 DK; Steel; Automatic; Condition Very good; Watch with original box; Watc

www.chrono24.co.uk

On my end it come up in GBP. Might be over budget but not by much and well worth it. Back in 2002 I got myself an Omega seamaster pro automatic. It served with me in the Army and still goes to work with me everyday