{"id":518072,"date":"2021-11-26T08:00:31","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T13:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/?p=518072"},"modified":"2025-03-19T16:16:35","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T20:16:35","slug":"watches-under-500-dollars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/","title":{"rendered":"23 Best Men&#8217;s Watches Under $500"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a list of the best watches under $500? We\u2019ve got you covered. Here are 23 awesome options to choose from.<!--more--><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #01162b;color:#01162b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #01162b;color:#01162b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/#Choosing_the_%E2%80%9CBest%E2%80%9D_Watches\" >Choosing the &#8220;Best&#8221; Watches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/#Quick_Take\" >Quick Take<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/#Best_Mens_Watches_Under_500\" >Best Men\u2019s Watches Under $500<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/watches-under-500-dollars\/#Plenty_of_Options_Under_500\" >Plenty of Options Under $500<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_530583\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530583\" style=\"width: 1432px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530583 size-full\" title=\"Hamilton Khaki Mechanical watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hamilton-Khaki-Mechanical-watch.jpg\" alt=\"Hamilton Khaki Mechanical watch\" width=\"1432\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hamilton-Khaki-Mechanical-watch.jpg 1432w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hamilton-Khaki-Mechanical-watch-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hamilton-Khaki-Mechanical-watch-1024x958.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hamilton-Khaki-Mechanical-watch-768x719.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1432px) 100vw, 1432px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530583\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Hamilton Khaki Mechanical is one of the best watches under $500 you can buy right now. | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HSPSX5M?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32399\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton - Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a> | Photo by The Modest Man. All rights reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Maybe you wear a watch every day. Maybe you just want one nice timepiece for special occasions. Or maybe, like most guys, you\u2019re somewhere in between.<\/p>\n<p>Either way, you don\u2019t have to spend a ton of money to get an amazing wrist watch. Even guys on tight budgets can even find some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-watches-under-100-dollars\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6826\">great watches under $100<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_the_%E2%80%9CBest%E2%80%9D_Watches\"><\/span>Choosing the &#8220;Best&#8221; Watches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll look at watches that cost less than $500. We won\u2019t be including \u201cfashion watches\u201d in this list &#8211; just great watches from respectable brands that offer a ton of value for the price.<\/p>\n<p>This list will include both mechanical and quartz watches, and it will include lots of different styles and sizes, so there\u2019s something for everyone here.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Take\"><\/span>Quick Take<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Short on time? Here are our top three picks for the best men&#8217;s watches under $500 you can buy right now:<\/p>\n<div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-520988-70402\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-flow lasso-url-amzn-hamilton-khaki-field-mechanical-link \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tOur Pick\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07N2P5JDR?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"520988\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" title=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Hamilton-Khaki-Green-Field-Officer-Mechanical-Mens-Watch-H69439363-38mm-Mens-Watches.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07N2P5JDR?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"520988\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" title=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price-value\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"discount-price\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"latest-price\">$675.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"lasso-amazon-prime\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical is one of the most famous field watches of all time and definitely one of the top Hamilton watches.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07N2P5JDR?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"520988\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" title=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\tBuy Now\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-7256241-11554237?sid=blog&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jomashop.com%2Fhamilton-khaki-field-watch-h69439363.html\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"520988\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" title=\"Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Price on Jomashop\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t01\/29\/2026 08:08 pm GMT <i class=\"lasso-amazon-info\" data-tooltip=\"Price and availability are accurate as of the date and time indicated and are subject to change.\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-521545-70403\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-flow lasso-url-timex-marlin-automatic-link \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tBudget Pick\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/timex-marlin-automatic-link\/\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521545\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" title=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/timex-marlin-automatic-link\/\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521545\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" title=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTimex Marlin Automatic\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Vintage charm with a contemporary dial size, the Timex Marlin Automatic is a much loved recent release from the long established brand.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/timex-marlin-automatic-link\/\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521545\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" title=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\tBuy on Timex\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3qE5we3\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521545\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" title=\"Timex Marlin Automatic\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\tBuy on Amazon\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-521547-70404\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-flow lasso-url-amzn-seiko-presage-cocktail-time-link \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tUpgrade Pick\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521547\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" title=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61h7lCm3wML._AC_SY675_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521547\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" title=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSeiko Presage Cocktail Time\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"lasso-amazon-prime\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A favorite among Seiko enthusiasts, this piece from the Japanese watch behemoth\u2019s higher end Presage line is an absolute beauty.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521547\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" title=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\tBuy Now\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+xC0piIJ6puXBGMe4WXZjAw\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"521547\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" title=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Price at Macy's\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Watch or read on for the full list&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"13 Best Watches Under $500 | Seiko, Hamilton, Omega and MORE\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Wa4UIEuOQgs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Mens_Watches_Under_500\"><\/span>Best Men\u2019s Watches Under $500<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive in (pun intended, we\u2019re big fans of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-dive-watches-for-small-wrists\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6827\">dive watches<\/a>). Here are the best under $500 watches right now, in no particular order&#8230;<\/p>\n<h3>Seiko 5 Sports SRPD77K1<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 43mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $190<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seiko-mens-analogue-automatic-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59263\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Analogue Automatic Watch\">Seiko SRPD-77K1<\/a> is the green colorway of the new Seiko 5 Sports collection.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531892\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531892\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seiko-mens-analogue-automatic-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59243\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Analogue Automatic Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531892\" title=\"Seiko 5 Sports Analogue Automatic Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko 5 Sports Analogue Automatic Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-5-Sports-Analogue-Automatic-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531892\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seiko-mens-analogue-automatic-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"572611\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Analogue Automatic Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With its gunmetal grey case, textured avocado dial and bright orange second hand, it&#8217;s one of the coolest designs Seiko has come out with in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, if you prefer a different color, there are many other models to choose from in this new collection.<\/p>\n<p>The SRPD-77K1 is powered by an automatic movement. Specifically, the 4R36 movement is a hacking and hand-winding upgrade over Seiko&#8217;s trusty 7S26.<\/p>\n<p>This watch has a unidirectional bezel and scratch resistant Hardlex crystal.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike many watches in this price range, this one has applied indices (as opposed to painted on indices like we see in the SKX007, for example).<\/p>\n<p>You can find a <a href=\"https:\/\/theslenderwrist.com\/seiko-5-srpd77k1-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"52748\">full SRPD77 review right here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Baltic HMS 002<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $385<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In a sea of typecast watch brands, Baltic stands out. The dressy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-002-silver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59265\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches HMS 002 Silver\">HMS 002<\/a> is one of the most unique looking watches on this list.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531911\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531911\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-002-silver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59266\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches HMS 002 Silver\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531911\" title=\"Baltic HMS 002 Silver\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver.jpg\" alt=\"Baltic HMS 002 Silver\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-002-Silver-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531911\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-002-silver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59245\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches HMS 002 Silver\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With a modest 38mm case and three hand automatic movement, this is an easy-wearing, practical everyday watch, especially if your style leans smart casual.<\/p>\n<p>The domed Hesalite glass, stepped case and calf leather strap give the HMS 002 a vintage art deco vibe without relying on false patina or other tacky design choices.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, it&#8217;s a Baltic. If you want to stand out from the crowd of people wearing Swiss and Japanese watches, this French brand might be for you.<\/p>\n<h3>Laco Augsburg<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 42mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/laco-watches-augsburg-42\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59267\" data-lasso-name=\"Laco Watches - Augsburg 42\">Laco<\/a>\u00a0is a German watch brand founded in 1925 and known for making watches worn by World War II fighter pilots.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531895\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531895\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/laco-watches-augsburg-42\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59244\" data-lasso-name=\"Laco Watches - Augsburg 42\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-531895 size-full\" title=\"Laco Augsburg German Automatic Pilot Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Laco Augsburg German Automatic Pilot Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Laco-Augsburg-German-Automatic-Pilot-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531895\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/laco-watches-augsburg-42\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59268\" data-lasso-name=\"Laco Watches - Augsburg 42\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Modeled after these original designs, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/laco-watches-augsburg-42\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59269\" data-lasso-name=\"Laco Watches - Augsburg 42\">Laco Augsburg<\/a> prioritizes legibility with its clean, uncomplicated dial, large sans serif numerals and SuperLuminova markers.<\/p>\n<p>The Augsburg isn&#8217;t the smallest watch at 42mm in diameter and 12mm thick, but this makes sense given its utilitarian roots.<\/p>\n<p>Even watch snobs respect Laco for its intentional aesthetic and overall value proposition.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re into aviation watches and can spend $300-500 on a timepiece, Laco is probably your best bet.<\/p>\n<h3>Boldr Venture Titanium<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $339<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are microbrands, and then there are <em>microbrands<\/em>. Boldr isn&#8217;t just another &#8220;affordable luxury&#8221; get rich quick scheme. It&#8217;s actually a really cool up and coming watch maker that&#8217;s worth your consideration.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_532717\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-532717\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/boldr-venture-wayfarer-black-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"63687\" data-lasso-name=\"Boldr Venture Wayfarer-Black\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-532717 size-full\" title=\"Boldr Venture Titanium Automatic Wrist Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black.jpg\" alt=\"Boldr Venture wayfarer black\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Boldr-Venture-wayfarer-black-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-532717\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/boldr-venture-wayfarer-black-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"63688\" data-lasso-name=\"Boldr Venture Wayfarer-Black\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Boldr Venture Titanium is a lightweight 38mm automatic watch with a 24 hour subdial.<\/p>\n<p>Its screw down crown helps produce 200m of water resistance. Other practical touches include Superlume filled hands and an AR coated dial.<\/p>\n<p>The author of <a href=\"https:\/\/theslenderwrist.com\/boldr-venture-wayfarer-review\/#Specs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"52749\">this Boldr Venture review<\/a> notes how easy it is to wear and says, &#8220;if you&#8217;ve got the funds, put this watch in your collection&#8221;.<\/p>\n<h3>Sternglas Naos Automatic<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $427<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At first glance, you might think that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/sternglas-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59270\" data-lasso-name=\"STERNGLAS - Bauhaus Watches\">Sternglas<\/a> is just another &#8220;Scandinavian&#8221; minimalist watch brand, a la Skagen or Nordgreen.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531898\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531898\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/sternglas-naos-automatik-white-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59248\" data-lasso-name=\"Sternglas - Naos Automatik White\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531898\" title=\"Sternglas Naos Automatik White\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White.jpg\" alt=\"Sternglas Naos Automatik White\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sternglas-Naos-Automatik-White-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531898\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/sternglas-naos-automatik-white-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59249\" data-lasso-name=\"Sternglas - Naos Automatik White\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But if you dig a little deeper, you&#8217;ll see that Sternglas is different. They actually care about the design, materials and workmanship that goes into their watches.<\/p>\n<p>Case in point: their popular Naos is available with an automatic movement and a sapphire exhibition case back, something you don&#8217;t see from most fashion watch brands.<\/p>\n<p>An affordable alternative to the Junghans Maxbill, the Naos Automatic is a simple, understated watch with an undeniably German design language.<\/p>\n<p>Complicated only by a small date window at 6 o&#8217;clock, this watch will appeal to anyone who appreciates clean design and the Scandinavian minimalist aesthetic.<\/p>\n<h3>Orient Bambino V5<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 40mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $220<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The fifth generation of the internet&#8217;s favorite entry-level automatic watch offers just as much value as its predecessors.<\/p>\n<p>(Which is to say, a lot.)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531901\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531901\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KRL922J?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59250\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Bambino 5 Japanese-Automatic Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531901\" title=\"Orient Bambino Version 5 Japanese Automatic Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Orient Bambino Version 5 Japanese Automatic Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Bambino-Version-5-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531901\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KRL922J?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59251\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Bambino 5 Japanese-Automatic Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What&#8217;s to love about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KRL922J?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59272\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Bambino 5 Japanese-Automatic Watch\">this watch<\/a>? Well, it has a Japanese automatic movement, domed dial and crystal, decent water resistance for a dress watch (30m), a wearable 40.5mm case and surprisingly supple stock leather strap.<\/p>\n<p>Technically, nothing has changed with the most recent iteration of the Bambino, so if you prefer the dial design of V4, V3 or earlier models, you should buy one of those.<\/p>\n<p>If you want a smaller version of the Bambino, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/theslenderwrist.com\/orient-bambino-36mm-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"52750\">36mm &#8220;ladies Bambino&#8221;<\/a> (a better size for a dress watch, in my humble opinion).<\/p>\n<h3>Seiko Prospex &#8220;Turtle&#8221;<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 45mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $549<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are numerous versions of Seiko&#8217;s beloved &#8220;Turtle&#8221; diver, many of which can be found for under $500 on grey market shops like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=Seiko%20Prospex%20Turtle&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=themodestman-20&amp;linkId=8f1a3cbdc8b787c07f7dd8fb1f4b809d&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59273\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Prospex Turtle - Amazon\">Amazon<\/a> (Amazon affiliate link) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/jomashop-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59274\" data-lasso-name=\"Jomashop - Home\">Jomashop<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531903\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531903\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07S6LSYRT?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59252\" data-lasso-name=\"SEIKO Prospex&quot;Turtle&quot; Diver&#039;s 200M Automatic Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531903\" title=\"SEIKO Prospex Turtle Divers 200M Automatic Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"SEIKO Prospex Turtle Divers 200M Automatic Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-Prospex-Turtle-Divers-200M-Automatic-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531903\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07S6LSYRT?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59253\" data-lasso-name=\"SEIKO Prospex&quot;Turtle&quot; Diver&#039;s 200M Automatic Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Even at $525 or more, these Prospex line dive watches offer a ton of value for the price.<\/p>\n<p>What do you get when you buy a Seiko Turtle? You get an automatic movement with hacking and hand-winding, 40+ hours power reserve, a quickset day\/date window, 200m water resistance and a bracelet that punches <em>way<\/em> above its weight class.<\/p>\n<p>The only potential &#8220;con&#8221; of the Prospex Turtle is its size. At 45mm it&#8217;s not a small watch and will be too big for guys with smaller wrists.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, you can always opt for the so called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08TWSSW75?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"52751\" data-lasso-name=\"SEIKO PROSPEX Mini Turtle Diver SBDY083\">Baby Turtle<\/a>, a slightly smaller version of the original that doesn&#8217;t compromise on water resistance (or anything else, for that matter).<\/p>\n<h3>Orient Mako II<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 41.5mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $137<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Speaking of reasonably sized Japanese dive watches, no list of watches under $500 would be complete without the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0736LN8BV?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59275\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Men&#039;s Mako II Automatic Watch\">Orient Mako II.<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531905\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531905\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0736LN8BV?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59254\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Men&#039;s Mako II Automatic Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531905\" title=\"Orient Mens Mako II Japanese Automatic Diving Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Orient Mens Mako II Japanese Automatic Diving Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Orient-Mens-Mako-II-Japanese-Automatic-Diving-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531905\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0736LN8BV?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59255\" data-lasso-name=\"Orient Men&#039;s Mako II Automatic Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-7256241-11554237?sid=blog&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jomashop.com%2Forient-watch-faa02009d9.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"66066\" data-lasso-name=\"Jomashop\">Check Price on Jomashop<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Available with a marine blue, black or Pepsi dial, this stainless steel diver gives you just as much water resistance as the Seiko Turtle (200m) for a fraction of the price.<\/p>\n<p>It has a unidirectional 12- click bezel, screw down crown, day\/date complication and in-house automatic movement.<\/p>\n<p>The steel bracelet is comfy, but it&#8217;s not going to feel as good as Seiko&#8217;s Prospex bracelets. For the price, it&#8217;s perfectly fine.<\/p>\n<p>All in all, the Mako II is one of the best entry-level automatic dive watches you can buy.<\/p>\n<h3>Spinnaker Bradner Automatic<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 42mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $284<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just in case you&#8217;re not finding enough affordable automatic dive watches on this list, here&#8217;s one more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RDYLKKN?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59276\" data-lasso-name=\"Spinnaker BRADNER Japanese Automatic Watch\">the Spinnaker Bradner Atuomatic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_531908\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-531908\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RDYLKKN?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59256\" data-lasso-name=\"Spinnaker BRADNER Japanese Automatic Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-531908\" title=\"Spinnaker BRADNER Japanese Automatic Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Spinnaker BRADNER Japanese Automatic Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Spinnaker-BRADNER-Japanese-Automatic-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-531908\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RDYLKKN?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59257\" data-lasso-name=\"Spinnaker BRADNER Japanese Automatic Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Based in Hong Kong, Spinnaker is well known (and mostly loved) for their fun, colorful divers that offer plenty of performance for the price.<\/p>\n<p>In general, their dive watches are a bit quirkier than similar offerings from Seiko and Orient, and the Bradner is no exception.<\/p>\n<p>With its colorful accents, beads of rice bracelet and unique inner turning bezel, this watch will either turn you off or make its way to the top of your wish list.<\/p>\n<p>Personally, I think the textured dials on the Pacific Blue and Emerald Green colorways are really cool, but you can&#8217;t go wrong with any version of the Spinnaker Bradner.<\/p>\n<h3>Seiko SARB033<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $425*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We had to include what <em>used to be<\/em> arguably the best watch under $500 in the world: the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001AE9XRQ?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6828\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Japanese-Automatic Watch SARB033\">Seiko SARB033<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526594\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526594\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001AE9XRQ?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32379\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Japanese-Automatic Watch SARB033\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526594\" title=\"Seiko SARB033 Men s Automatic Watch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko SARB033 Men s Automatic Watch\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-SARB033-Men_s-Automatic-Watch-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526594\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001AE9XRQ?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"59258\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Japanese-Automatic Watch SARB033\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In the past, this was usually my #1 recommendation for first time watch buyers who want something they can wear every day and who didn\u2019t want to spend more than $500.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001AE9XRQ?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6830\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Mens Japanese-Automatic Watch SARB033\">SARB033<\/a> can be worn with almost any outfit and for almost any occasion. The stainless steel and black combo will look just as good in 50 years as it does now, which is a good thing because this watch will probably still be ticking.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Best Watch You CAN&#039;T Buy | Seiko SARB033 Review\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m8PK4GbiDpo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seiko-sarb033-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"22588\">This classic Seiko<\/a> is powered by a Japanese automatic movement that has a 50 hour power reserve (this means it will keep ticking even if you don\u2019t wear it for a couple days).<\/p>\n<p>Complicated only by a subtle date window at 3 o\u2019clock, this mechanical watch is an understated masterpiece.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>*Update:<\/strong> Since this watch was discontinued in 2018, it&#8217;s been increasingly hard to find for its original price. It often goes for $600-1,200 these days! I kept it on the list because it&#8217;s still a steal on the secondhand market.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Timex Marlin Automatic<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 40mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $260<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Dripping with vintage charm, but at a contemporary dial size, the Timex Marlin Automatic is a much loved (and somewhat recent) release from the long established brand.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526592\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526592\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DFQL8PQY?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32385\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex - Men&#039;s Marlin 40mm Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526592\" title=\"Timex Marlin Automatic 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1.jpg\" alt=\"Timex Marlin Automatic 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526592\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DFQL8PQY?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"571211\" data-lasso-name=\"Timex - Men&#039;s Marlin 40mm Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Available in a silver or gold finish, this 40mm watch gets some additional character from the mesh band and acrylic crystal.<\/p>\n<p>The small date window at 3 o\u2019clock is a practical touch on an otherwise minimally designed watch.<\/p>\n<h3>G-Shock GGB100-1A<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 55.4mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $380<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>G-Shock, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-casio-watches\/\" data-lasso-id=\"13090\">Casio<\/a> brand, is known for making bulletproof watches, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W43VGYC?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13091\" data-lasso-name=\"Casio G-Shock GGB100-1A\">55mm Mudmaster<\/a> is no exception.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526596\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526596\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W43VGYC?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32387\" data-lasso-name=\"Casio G-Shock GGB100-1A\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526596\" title=\"Men s Casio G Shock Master of G Mudmaster Carbon Core Guard Quad Sensor Connected Grey Resin Watch GGB100 1A\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A.jpg\" alt=\"Men s Casio G Shock Master of G Mudmaster Carbon Core Guard Quad Sensor Connected Grey Resin Watch GGB100 1A\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Men_s-Casio-G-Shock-Master-of-G-Mudmaster-Carbon-Core-Guard-Quad-Sensor-Connected-Grey-Resin-Watch-GGB100-1A-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526596\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W43VGYC?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32388\" data-lasso-name=\"Casio G-Shock GGB100-1A\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-7256241-11554237?sid=blog&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jomashop.com%2Fcasio-g-shock-watch-ggb100-1a.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"66067\" data-lasso-name=\"Jomashop\">Check Price on Jomashop<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With the incorporation of an altimeter and thermometer, this mud resistant watch is a great option for the outdoorsy man, adventure race enthusiast, soldier or law enforcement officer.<\/p>\n<h3>Brew Retrograph Remington<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Meca-quartz<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $350<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most of the watches on this list are made by companies that have been around for decades, but that doesn\u2019t mean we\u2019re not paying attention to newer \u201cmicrobrands\u201d that are doing it right.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526601\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526601\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/retrograph-technicolor-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32389\" data-lasso-name=\"Retrograph - Technicolor Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526601\" title=\"Brew Retrograph Remington 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1.jpg\" alt=\"Brew Retrograph Remington 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Brew-Retrograph-Remington-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526601\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/retrograph-technicolor-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32390\" data-lasso-name=\"Retrograph - Technicolor Watch\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This watch from NYC-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/retrograph-technicolor-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"15571\" data-lasso-name=\"Retrograph - Technicolor Watch\">Brew<\/a> has been raising eyebrows with its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/rectangular-watches\/\" data-lasso-id=\"32391\">rectangular case<\/a>, meca-quartz movement and chronograph complication.<\/p>\n<p>At 38mm it will work well on almost any wrist.<\/p>\n<h3>Withings Steel HR Sport<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter:<\/strong> 39.5mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Hybrid smart watch<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $200<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We wanted to include something a little different with this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07L9JTRNT?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13095\" data-lasso-name=\"Withings Steel HR Sport Smartwatch (40mm)\">Withings hybrid smart watch<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526590\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526590\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07L9JTRNT?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32392\" data-lasso-name=\"Withings Steel HR Sport Smartwatch (40mm)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526590\" title=\"Withings Steel HR Sport 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1.jpg\" alt=\"Withings Steel HR Sport 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Withings-Steel-HR-Sport-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526590\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07L9JTRNT?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32393\" data-lasso-name=\"Withings Steel HR Sport Smartwatch (40mm)\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019ll always love classic watches, but we also understand that times change, and some men are going to want something with a bit of modern tech built in &#8211; without sacrificing the analog look and feel.<\/p>\n<p>This is nothing like your average <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-small-smart-watches\/\" data-lasso-id=\"246447\">smart watches<\/a>. It\u2019s not a clunky, digital hunk of plastic and rubber that overtakes your wrist. It wears more like a traditional analog wrist watch.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, with built in heart rate monitoring, GPS and smartphone notifications, it\u2019s a very practical little device.<\/p>\n<h3>Vintage Omega Seamaster<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 39mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $385<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Would this list be complete without something vintage and oh so classic like an <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+ptmMNiTeNIAlw8_f6WvtuQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13097\">Omega Seamaster<\/a>? (That\u2019s a rhetorical question.)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526603\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526603\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+ptmMNiTeNIAlw8_f6WvtuQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32394\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526603\" title=\"Vintage Omega Seamaster 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1.jpg\" alt=\"Vintage Omega Seamaster 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Vintage-Omega-Seamaster-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526603\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+ptmMNiTeNIAlw8_f6WvtuQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32395\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The truth is, if you\u2019re looking for a great watch under $500, you should definitely consider going pre-owned, and Omega has some of the best watches available on the secondhand market.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a different buying process. You figure out which reference you like best, you keep an eye on the used market, then you nab that perfect vintage piece.<\/p>\n<p>Keep your eyes peeled on sites like eBay, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Watchexchange\/\" data-lasso-id=\"67938\">Reddit\u2019s r\/watchexchange<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crownandcaliber.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"67939\">Crown &amp; Caliber<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewatchbox.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"67940\">WatchBox<\/a> to find a great vintage Seamaster for less than $500.<\/p>\n<h3>Seiko SKX007<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 42mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $315<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I\u2019ll admit it: I\u2019ve never been scuba diving. But for some reason, I\u2019ve always found dive watches to be fascinating, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000B5MI3Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13100\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko SKX007\">Seiko SKX007<\/a> is an absolute classic.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526607\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526607\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000B5MI3Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32396\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko SKX007\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526607\" title=\"SEIKO SRP777 PROSPEX AUTOMATIC DIVERS WATCH\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH.jpg\" alt=\"SEIKO SRP777 PROSPEX AUTOMATIC DIVERS WATCH\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/SEIKO-SRP777-PROSPEX-AUTOMATIC-DIVERS-WATCH-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000B5MI3Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32397\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko SKX007\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Get it on a rubber strap or jubilee bracelet, or replace the stock band with an aftermarket oyster or NATO. You really can\u2019t go wrong with this classic diver.<\/p>\n<p>This watch boasts 200m of water resistance and it has 007 in the name. What could be cooler?<\/p>\n<p>If you need something smaller, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000B5MI3Q?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13102\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko SKX007\">SKX013<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<h3>Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Mechanical<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $495<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you think I have a thing for field watches, you\u2019re right! I love the idea of a watch that\u2019s rugged but still sharp enough to wear on a casual date or running errands.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526597\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526597\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HSPSX5M?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32398\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton - Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-526597 size-full\" title=\"HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MECHANICAL 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1.jpg\" alt=\"HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MECHANICAL 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HAMILTON-KHAKI-FIELD-MECHANICAL-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526597\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HSPSX5M?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"84248\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton - Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a>\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Keeping the price point under $500, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HSPSX5M?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13104\" data-lasso-name=\"Hamilton - Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm\">Hamilton Khaki Field<\/a> is a great introduction into mechanical watches.<\/p>\n<p>This 38mm hand wound watch has a brushed steel case that\u2019s just 9.5mm thick, which means it will wear very close to your wrist.<\/p>\n<p>The stock canvas strap isn\u2019t bad at all, although you could put this on a leather or nylon strap if you\u2019d prefer a different look.<\/p>\n<h3>Dan Henry 1970 Automatic Diver<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 40mm or 44mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $290<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Like all Dan Henry watches, this automatic diver is inspired by vintage pieces and designed by a total watch nerd.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526598\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526598\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/dan-henry-1970-automatic-diver-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32400\" data-lasso-name=\"Dan Henry - 1970 Automatic Diver Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526598\" title=\"Dan Henry 1970 Automatic Diver 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1.jpg\" alt=\"Dan Henry 1970 Automatic Diver 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dan-Henry-1970-Automatic-Diver-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526598\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/dan-henry-1970-automatic-diver-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32401\" data-lasso-name=\"Dan Henry - 1970 Automatic Diver Watch\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Powered by a Seiko automatic movement with 200m water resistance, this affordable dive watch is available in two different sizes, with or without a date window.<\/p>\n<p>It features details typically found on more expensive divers, such as an inner rotating bezel and applied indices.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/dan-henry-1970-automatic-diver-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13106\" data-lasso-name=\"Dan Henry - 1970 Automatic Diver Watch\">Dan Henry 1970 Automatic Diver<\/a> is definitely worth checking out if you\u2019re into microbrands.<\/p>\n<h3>Baltic HMS 001<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $366<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-001-slate-grey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13107\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches - HMS 001 Slate Grey\">Baltic HMS 001<\/a> is cool at first glance, and it only gets cooler when you notice the \u201csunray\u201d finish on the dial and the high domed Hesalite crystal.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526602\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526602\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-001-slate-grey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32402\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches - HMS 001 Slate Grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526602\" title=\"Baltic HMS 001 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baltic HMS 001 1\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Baltic-HMS-001-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526602\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/baltic-watches-hms-001-slate-grey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32403\" data-lasso-name=\"Baltic Watches - HMS 001 Slate Grey\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In an ever-expanding sea of <a href=\"https:\/\/theslenderwrist.com\/history-of-wristwatches\/\" data-lasso-id=\"309033\">wrist watches<\/a> to choose from, it\u2019s those little details that can make one piece stand out from the rest.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring blue and white analog hands and available with your choice of three different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-leather-watch-straps\/\" data-lasso-id=\"13109\">leather straps<\/a>, this automatic French-made watch could easily become a unique staple in any man\u2019s collection.<\/p>\n<h3>Brathwait Automatic Minimalist<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 40mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement:<\/strong> Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $269<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While some watch lovers would simply disregard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/brathwait-automatic-stainless-steel-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13113\" data-lasso-name=\"Brathwait - Automatic Stainless Steel Watch\">Brathwait<\/a> as another \u201cfashion watch\u201d brand, we like to give credit where credit is due.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526600\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526600\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/brathwait-automatic-stainless-steel-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32406\" data-lasso-name=\"Brathwait - Automatic Stainless Steel Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526600\" title=\"BRATHWAIT AUTOMATIC MINIMALIST WATCH\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH.jpg\" alt=\"BRATHWAIT AUTOMATIC MINIMALIST WATCH\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BRATHWAIT-AUTOMATIC-MINIMALIST-WATCH-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526600\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/brathwait-automatic-stainless-steel-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32407\" data-lasso-name=\"Brathwait - Automatic Stainless Steel Watch\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Think of Brathwait as the Everlane of wrist watches. They focus on high quality materials and manufacturing, reasonable prices and a transparent business model.<\/p>\n<p>For example, they tell us that this Automatic Minamalist watch cost $146 to produce, and they sell it directly to customers for just $269 (an incredibly low markup for this industry).<\/p>\n<p>Of course, none of this matters if the products don\u2019t look good. Lucky for us, Brathwait watches are actually gorgeous, especially if you like the minimal aesthetic.<\/p>\n<p>If anyone is thinking about buying a Daniel Wellington or MVMT, they should definitely consider Brathwait instead.<\/p>\n<h3>Seagull 1963 Chronograph<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 38mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Mechanical<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $379<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most people have never heard of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seagull1963-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13116\" data-lasso-name=\"Authentic Seagull 1963 store\">Seagull<\/a>, but since 1955 this Chinese watch company has been making the movements that power up to \u00bc of the world\u2019s watches.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526595\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526595\" style=\"width: 1058px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seagull1963\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32408\" data-lasso-name=\"The Link Title Goes Here\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-526595 size-full\" title=\"Seagull 1963 Chronograph 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1.jpg\" alt=\"Seagull 1963 Chronograph 1\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1.jpg 1058w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seagull-1963-Chronograph-1-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1058px) 100vw, 1058px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526595\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/seagull1963-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"66069\" data-lasso-name=\"Authentic Seagull 1963 store\">Check current price<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Seagull is especially well known for it\u2019s hand wind chronographs, like this official 1963 remake of a traditional Chinese Airforce chrono.<\/p>\n<p>Available in black, white or a colorful red\/blue\/yellow dial, this watch would easily cost 2-3x as much if it were sold by a Swiss brand.<\/p>\n<h3>Tissot Everytime Automatic<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 40mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $395<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here\u2019s an average size, minimal, stainless steel watch from Tissot, a well established Swiss brand founded in 1853 (and now owned by Swatch Group).<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526591\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526591\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/amzn-tissot-mens-everytime-swiss-automatic-stainless-steel-casual-watch-model-t1094071603100\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34683\" data-lasso-name=\"Tissot Everytime Swiss Automatic Casual Watch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526591\" title=\"Tissot mens Everytime Stainless Steel Casual Watch Black T1094071603100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100.jpg\" alt=\"Tissot mens Everytime Stainless Steel Casual Watch Black T1094071603100\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Tissot-mens-Everytime-Stainless-Steel-Casual-Watch-Black-T1094071603100-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526591\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/amzn-tissot-mens-everytime-swiss-automatic-stainless-steel-casual-watch-model-t1094071603100\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34684\" data-lasso-name=\"Tissot Everytime Swiss Automatic Casual Watch\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is a simple watch that can be worn casually or with formal outfits. It does have some flair with its date window, subtly domed sapphire crystal and see-through caseback.<\/p>\n<p>If you like the minimal look and only want to own one or two watches, the Tissot Everytime is a great choice.<\/p>\n<h3>Seiko Presage Cocktail Time<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 40mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement<\/strong>: Automatic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $475<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A favorite among Seiko enthusiasts, this piece from the Japanese watch behemoth\u2019s higher end Presage line is an absolute beauty.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_526593\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-526593\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32412\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-526593\" title=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Blue DIal\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Blue DIal\" width=\"1340\" height=\"1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Seiko-Presage-Cocktail-Time-Blue-DIal-590x590.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-526593\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"32413\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\">Check Price on Amazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07979L8JB?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13121\" data-lasso-name=\"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time\">Cocktail Time<\/a> is an automatic watch manual winding and a hacking second hand. It has a 41 hour power reserve, so it will keep ticking even if you don\u2019t wear it every day.<\/p>\n<p>This watch is available in a wide variety of dial color and strap combinations, but we\u2019re partial to the blue sunburst dial and steel bracelet.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about watches under $500:<\/p>\n<h3>What are the top 5 men&#8217;s watches under $500?<\/h3>\n<p>There are some many great watches under $500, so your top 5 would really depend on your personal preferences. Our top 5 include the Hamilton Khaki Mechanical, Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, Timex Marlin, Seagull 1963 Chronograph, and Orient Mako II.<\/p>\n<h3>What are some good watches under $500?<\/h3>\n<p>All of the watches on this list are not only good: they&#8217;re <em>great<\/em>. If you want good watches under $500, look at brands like Seiko, Orient, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/best-hamilton-watches\/\" data-lasso-id=\"251048\">Hamilton<\/a>, Baltic, Brew, Lorier, Timex, Seagull, Laco and Spinnaker.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a quality watch under $500, there are plenty of options that balance style, durability, and functionality. From sleek minimalist designs to rugged timepieces suitable for outdoor adventures, this price range offers versatility. Many watches in this category also include features like water resistance, scratch-resistant glass, and reliable movements, making them excellent value for the price.<\/p>\n<h3>Watch moon phase watches under $500 would you recommend?<\/h3>\n<p>The best moon phase watch under $500 is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/zeppelin-unisex-chronograph-quartz-watch-with-leather-strap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"84250\" data-lasso-name=\"Zeppelin - Unisex Chronograph Quartz Watch with Leather Strap.\">Zeppelin LZ129 Hindenburg<\/a>. It&#8217;s made in Germany and powered by a Swiss quartz movement from Ronda.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the best Seiko watch under $500?<\/h3>\n<p>There are many amazing Seiko watches under $500, including several from the Presage line. Our favorite is the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the best automatic watch under $500?<\/h3>\n<p>There are many amazing automatic watches under $500, so it really depends on what you&#8217;re looking for (dress, diver, field, etc.). Two fantastic watches automatic watches under $500 are the Orient Mako II and the Timex Marlin 40mm.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the best skeleton watch under $500?<\/h3>\n<p>The best skeleton watch under $500 is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01M6BFDIB?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"84251\" data-lasso-name=\"Bulova Men&#039;s Classic Maquina Rose Gold Stainless Steel 3-Hand Automatic Watch with Black Silicone Strap, Skeleton Dial Style: 98A177\">Bulova 98A177 automatic<\/a>. Just keep in mind, it&#8217;s a large watch at 46mm. Another great under $500 skeleton watch is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B014J1Z94C?tag=themodestman-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"84252\" data-lasso-name=\"Rotary Men&#039;s GS02941\/03 Greenwich Analog Display Automatic Self Wind Black Watch\">42mm Rotary Greenwich<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plenty_of_Options_Under_500\"><\/span>Plenty of Options Under $500<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We hope this list proves that it doesn\u2019t cost an arm and a leg to get a high quality, good looking watch that\u2019s built to last.<\/p>\n<p>If one of these watches caught your eye, don\u2019t be afraid to save up for a while until you can afford it. The anticipation is half the fun!<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s your favorite watch under $500? Let use know in the comments below!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a list of the best watches under $500? 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