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submitted 2 years ago by flying_platypus@lemmy.world to c/watches@lemmy.ml

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I am working on my PhD mainly doing lab work. When I first started, I bought a Tissot LeLocle Powermatic 80, which I absolutely love. However, in the lab, there's a lot of hazards for an automatic and I started taking it out fairly often. Is there an automatic that's not too expensive (ideally under 500 but sub 1000€ at most), somewhat magnetic and shock resistant? Been thinking that I'd like to get a Diver, but not a prerequisite

Thanks for your help, cheers!

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[–] user19575839@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Honestly? G-shock is the answer.

[–] UBWare@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Right?

Can even get one of the nicer japanese made models for around $500

[–] user19575839@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago

I love my titanium square. Def gets a lot of wrist time in the summer doing outdoor activities!

[–] const_void@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago

Garmin Instinct

[–] Track_Shovel@slrpnk.net 1 points 2 years ago

If digital is your thing, go with a Garmin Fenix (sapphire faced). My job was very, very dirty and rugged. I made construction workers and heavy equipment operators look clean. That thing is bomb proof, once I added a screen protector and a plastic (removable) cover for $20.

Battery life is insane and you get all the notifications etc.

[–] vamp07@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

I just got a tag heuer solargraph watch as my every day watch but in your case I would get a nice citizen or seiko watch that can take a beating. I like quartz watches end even better solar versions because you can set them and forget them for decades.