Top 3 Dive watches <$1000

[tsimtcu8]

I've seen a top dive watch thread before but have not come across one limiting the list to under $1000. I just picked up the Marathon GSAR and like the great quality & great price a lot, wanted to get input on what everyone sees as the top 3 dive watches out there under $1000. Thanks!

[tsimtcu8]

I see this thread: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f74/wha...00-635710.html was thinking new only - if you have any newer feedback to add let me know. Thanks.

[tsimtcu8]

In considering a light color face, i like this Prometheus Trireme a lot! Prometheus Trireme Swiss Made Diver Watch White Dial Sword Hands

[floydfan33]

Sub $1000 my personal top 3 would be:

- Dagaz Watches Tsunami - Well below $1000, but fit and finish that puts some MUCH more expensive watches to shame.
- Benarus Mil-Diver - At $580, also well below $1000. The 90 click bezel is different, but if you like Mil inspired divers, it's a great buy.
- Hexa K500 - This is a bit of a leap of faith (I pre ordered months ago), as it is still in production, but based on specs, design, and price (plus Jeep99dad's great preview - link -) is a strong contender. They also listened and have added solid end links!

[Bigjamesdean]

Boschett Harpoon
Halios Puck
Helson< insert any model>

[CJN]

I'd add:
- H20 orca - pre order
H20 Kalmar (used)
- Korsbek (used - with a little luck:) )
- pre-orders on some Crepas watches will put you under 1000.

[tsimtcu8]

I'd add:
- H20 orca - pre order
H20 Kalmar (used)
- Korsbek (used - with a little luck:) )
- pre-orders on some Crepas watches will put you under 1000.

I am a big fan of that Korsbek Oceaneer, does anyone have more information on what the two new models (Recon GMT and Hydro Explorer) will look like or cost? I assume the retail price tag on those will be out of my budget but maybe I could pick one up lightly used after they come out. Keep the recommendations coming! I'm pretty familiar with Boschett, Armida, Helson, Doxa.

[MrGone]

If we're including used, the Oris TT1 would need to be on this list. Even the Titan C can be had for right _around_ $1000 used. I'd consider those excellent buys.

Edit: Including a photo of my Titan C which was just a tiny bit above $1000.

[tsimtcu8]

Great Recommendations MrGone - I havent reserached those yet, look like a very solid design.

If we're including used, the Oris TT1 would need to be on this list. Even the Titan C can be had for right _around_ $1000 used. I'd consider those excellent buys.

Edit: Including a photo of my Titan C which was just a tiny bit above $1000.

[lostinspace]

Used Longines Hydroconquests are typically under $1K.