Suggestions?
I love my Bambino, but I'd like to upgrade. Any suggestions for an ETA/Sellita level upgrade? I love the small seconds, Arabic numerals and Champagne dial. Thanks.
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Mark
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depending on your budget, you could start by looking at mainstream brands such as Oris, Tissot, Longines, Maurice Lacroix or micro brands like Christopher ward. Baltic and etc. Most important is something that you would take an immediate liking to. Call it love at first sight or fate. Gods luck on your search.
All of what @honedwatches said, plus Farer.
Not sure if any of these are what you have in mind, but some options with most of your asks:
https://www.jomashop.com/certina-watch-c022-428-22-031-00.html
https://www.jomashop.com/bell-and-ross-watch-br123-bei-st-ss.html
https://www.mayors.com/Longines-Heritage-40mm-Mens-Watch-L28134660/p/17350749?gclid=Cj0KCQiAo-yfBhD_ARIsANr56g6qTEj5tqUzZHliXpHaO4egknMmtOvEH9M36nhNr-xUPH7he1QDq7saAgQGEALw_wcB#fo_c=3008&fo_k=35d03d6d1d0777eb6ae6be2deb3018b4&fo_s=gplaus
https://www.jomashop.com/tissot-watch-t0064282203801.html
https://www.jomashop.com/tissot-le-locle-automatic-black-dial-mens-watch-t006-428-11-052-00.html
Thanks all. I think deep down I would like a vintage Omega small seconds (almost identical to my Bambino) but I want a modern movement. I think Longines looks quite close, I just don't know much about the brand. Time to watch the latest Teddy Baldesare video. Thanks for the suggestions.
It’s certainly not cheap, but it can be done:
https://www.jaztime.com/omega-seamaster-1948-co-axial-master-chronometer-small-seconds-38mm-stainless-steel-silver-arabic-index-dial-leather-strap-511-12-38-20-02-002
It’s certainly not cheap, but it can be done:
https://www.jaztime.com/omega-seamaster-1948-co-axial-master-chronometer-small-seconds-38mm-stainless-steel-silver-arabic-index-dial-leather-strap-511-12-38-20-02-002
That's basically the perfect watch! If only it didn't cost the same as a small car 🤣
A bit off topic, but what strap is that? I’m having a tough time finding a 21mm cross stitched for that exact watch, in a more chestnut color. Yours looks great btw! 🍻
A bit off topic, but what strap is that? I’m having a tough time finding a 21mm cross stitched for that exact watch, in a more chestnut color. Yours looks great btw! 🍻
Hi
Thanks. The strap is super soft, and the dreaded 21mm required. It wasn't cheap though, and took a while to arrive from Vietnam. If the price is ok for you then I would recommend them.
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EDELLEATHER
Good luck
Hi
Thanks. The strap is super soft, and the dreaded 21mm required. It wasn't cheap though, and took a while to arrive from Vietnam. If the price is ok for you then I would recommend them.
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EDELLEATHER
Good luck
Thanks very much!