Enjoying the "Watch you're Eyeballing" thread. But what about budget watches?
What are the best watches under $100?
What are the best watches under $100?
The vostok is designed to be like that to prevent breaking the stem of the crown
I've had an amphibia, and loved the offbeat style, but the bezel popped off several times before it died. It lasted about 6 months under very light use.
I've had an amphibia, and loved the offbeat style, but the bezel popped off several times before it died. It lasted about 6 months under very light use.
I got my Seiko 5 for about $75, shipped. The Weekender mentioned above is also a good option (I have one) and runs about $25-30. Heck, get both!
Timex Weekender
I beat the crap out of my Amphibia's and never had one die on me. How old was it? A lot of repairs amount to blowing out the inside. They are very diy serviceable watches. I'd take a second look at it. I've seen guys drive trucks over them. YMMV
Btw, the bezel is held in place by a spring. I'd stretch it a bit, that should make it snug again preventing the bezel from coming off. FWIW I've never had a bezel pop off any of mine.