simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 Hello all you lovely people, I am after a diver, in and around the £500 mark. I wont actually be diving but would like to use it while swimming etc. Basically a daily wearer that I can strap on and go, and not have to worry if I am called upon to save a drowning dog in Lough Neagh on my way to work..... :help3: I have been looking at the Steinhart OVM, Squale Atmos, Seiko Sumo & SKX***, Halios Tropik, Orient Mako, Prometheus Poseidon, Helson Shark Diver & Skin Diver........etc etc.. Anyone have any recommendations, hidden gems or places I should be looking? I would like to be able to wear it casually too, so nothing too mental Also nothing too big, under 44mm would be ideal. Any help/ideas would be much appreciated. Cheers Simey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted January 19, 2016 You won't go wrong with a Prometheus. Pure quality, great customer service and lightning shipping. All for under £500. Here's my two: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted January 19, 2016 I got a Steinhart ovgmt would definitely recommend both the watch and Steinhart as a brand Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 You won't go wrong with a Prometheus. Pure quality, great customer service and lightning shipping. All for under £500. And bloody lovely looking to boot! Cheers mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 I got a Steinhart ovgmt would definitely recommend both the watch and Steinhart as a brand Love that model too. Might have to get more than one Thanks mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 Mm300 You know it might be worth it, sleeping in the garage for a week...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted January 19, 2016 The Helson skindiver is a great watch and fits the bill nicely. I have one and love it. Looks good on a range of straps and natos and can fit many occasions. The Prometheus is also a good choice and they make a great product. Not so versatile a watch in my opinion though. I'd suggest checking out the the SBBN seiko range if you want something a little toolish or even stretch the budget a little more towards a Longines Legend Diver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 The Helson skindiver is a great watch and fits the bill nicely. I have one and love it. Looks good on a range of straps and natos and can fit many occasions. The Prometheus is also a good choice and they make a great product. Not so versatile a watch in my opinion though. I'd suggest checking out the the SBBN seiko range if you want something a little toolish or even stretch the budget a little more towards a Longines Legend Diver. Love the skindiver but I don't see many about! I'll have to keep my eyes peeled! Cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted January 19, 2016 Skin divers pop up on watcherecon occasionally. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted January 19, 2016 Borealis have several pre-orders in motion at the moment, most of which I like and am extremely tempted by... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
richardm1142 0 Posted January 19, 2016 Gerlach Otago, Heart Of Darkness Automatic movement SeaGull ST 2551 with hacking and hand winding Power reserve: 45h Frequency: 21.600 bps Stainless steels case 316L Case size: 42×50 mm, black PVD cover Water Resistant 200m Sapphire crystal Luminous Hands and Markers Steel bracelet, black PVD cover, size 22mm Wooden watchcase 24 month warranty and under budget, which is nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 Do they wear big? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kernow 33 Posted January 19, 2016 Another one for Borealis. Pick up a used gen for £100 or so. Bargain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmshen 0 Posted January 19, 2016 A buddy has the Halios Delfin and it's a beauty. Very solid construction and great style. He raves about it non-stop. I imagine the waiting is the worst part. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted January 19, 2016 Don't forget Deep Blue either. They have some really great sales on a regular basis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted January 19, 2016 +1 Steinhart- under $500 with Swiss movement. That Prometheus is very nice also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,009 Posted January 19, 2016 My heads even more up my ass now. These are amazing! Cheers guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
481609 0 Posted January 19, 2016 Prometheus all day long,exellent watch for the money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daffy 105 Posted January 19, 2016 I got a Steinhart ovgmt would definitely recommend both the watch and Steinhart as a brand I came here to say this very thing. The Ocean Two with the Soprod A10 movement is the smoothest I've ever seen, and amazingly accurate. I really like the look of this one, with the Soprod: Or this one, the cheapest watch on the market with this movement, and 500 meter WR: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaggyPants 0 Posted January 19, 2016 If you aren't set on an automatic, the Citizen Excalibur is bloody good value. Eco-Drive movement, lume lasts all night, rated to ISO 6425. I've used one as my everyday watch for a couple of years now and it's not let me down. http://www.argos.co.uk/m/static/Product/partNumber/9157318.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted January 19, 2016 (edited) Prometheus in yellow is on my own shortlist. There is a kickstarter for cobra de calibre ($350 us) Which I love in the California Dial. Edited January 19, 2016 by FL13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
