Update on my New Watch
If you haven't seen my original post on this I have been looking for an around about 500 dollar watch this would be a daily wear and should be able to take a bit of a beating.
In my original post I had 3 ideas: Hamilton khaki field mechanical, Tissot prx and the glyciene combat sub.
I have since removed the prx from the running as it's to dressy and I would prefer 4hz beat rate.
I have also added the steinhart ocean one vintage gmt 39mm and the Seiko baby alpinist.
Yes the baby alpinist is 3hz but it is so well refined.
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Alastair
Just a broke dude trying to enjoy the hobby.
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Any other suggestions are welcome
Victorinox have some nice watches in that price range. I’ve got a titanium quartz I.N.O.X and a mechanical Alliance and can recommend them both. Also many Victorinox models have got tough ratings that rival G-Shock.
Have you thought about a CWC? Legible, cool looking, durable (they ran an army on them I think they'll handle your 9-5) and they're within budget
I'd recommend taking a look at Orient's line of dive watches. A lot of value to be had in the under $500 range.
If you are interested in microbrands as @roberto suggested, you might also look at the Axios Flagship or Hemel Sea Dart.
Axios Flagship
Hemel Sea Dart
Baltic has some nice offerings in and around your price range.