Unfortunately the strap I bought didn't fit this generation of Hydroconquest... I've resigned myself to just buying something from Strap Co instead. Let's see how this goes!
Orient Bambino 38mm would be a nice first watch. Affordable and classic designs. https://orient-watch.com/Collections/ORIENT/Classic/ORIENT%3A-Mechanical-Classic-Watch/p/RA-AC0M03S
I would go with the one on the left - swiss automatic at $210 is unbeatable for me especially with the classic looks!
I have the Seagull 1963, the push buttons for the chronograph and the winding aren't really satisfying and it's now my least worn watch... That said, some versions have a sapphire caseback displaying the nice movement...
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