It’s not as difficult as you would think to find a good watch for under $100. In reality, if you know which brands make these types of watches, which features to look for, and keep a few things in mind, you can get a pretty damn good watch for $100.
-Mechanical watches are available for less $100. They aren’t going to have the most ornately decorated movements, and they aren’t going to have any problems, but they should operate fine.
-A watch under $100 will not have the same fit and polish as a luxury watch. For this type of money, though, you can acquire a perfectly functional timepiece.
-Quartz will provide you the most choices. This is due to the fact that quartz movements are far less expensive than their mechanical counterparts.
-At this price point, you don’t have to rely on shoddy knockoffs of expensive timepieces. For under $100, there are dozens of unique designs that look great and perform well.
-You don’t have to rely on fashionable timepieces. As already said.
-Prices are subject to change. Many of these watches are imported from Asia, and exchange rates and supply might push costs slightly beyond $100 on occasion. They’ll almost certainly drop again. Just don’t get too worked up about us.
So, without further ado, take a look at our list of the greatest watches under a hundred dollars. There’s something here for everyone, whether you’re searching for your first mechanical watch or just a cheap piece to travel with that you won’t lose.
Casio World Time
Without a doubt, one of the greatest watches under (or near) $30. Actually, it’s probably one of the best items under (or about) $30. This digital globe timer, with 31 saved time zones and a water resistance of 100 meters, is ideal for budget travelers. And if it breaks (which is unlikely), replacing it won’t destroy your heart or your bank account.
- 39.5mm in diameter
- Quartz movement
- 100m water resistance
- Casio is the manufacturer.
Bulova Caravelle 96B104
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to complete your formal ensemble – at 37mm by less than 6mm, this Bulova is the ideal size to sit beneath a cuff and remain unobtrusive while yet being exquisite. A classic aesthetic is achieved by a plain silver dial with stick hands and a little date window at 3 o’clock, and the price is reasonable.
- 37mm in diameter
- Quartz from Japan moves.
- 30m water resistance
- Bulova.com is the manufacturer.
Timex Expedition Scout
The Expedition Scout 40 has a 40mm steel case, Arabic numerals, Indiglo illumination, a quick-set date, luminescent hands, a 24-hour scale on the dial, and a fabric or leather strap in a variety of colors and combinations.
- 40mm in diameter
- Quartz movement
- 50m water resistance
- Timex.com is the manufacturer.
Braun BN0231
This simple Braun quartz watch, with its stark black face and matching leather band, is another minimalist wristwatch with unmistakable Bauhaus inspirations. It has everything you need and nothing you don’t in a daily watch.
- 38mm in diameter
- Quartz from Japan moves.
- 30m water resistance
- Braun Clocks (braun-clocks.com)
Swatch Twice Again
This minimalist watch with an integrated silicon band is understated and understated, but it features a quartz-powered day-date mechanism, 30 meters of water resistance, and a clean face that should be very legible in any setting.
- 41mm in diameter
- Quartz movement
- 30m water resistance
- Swatch is the manufacturer.
Casio G-Shock DW9052-1V
The DW9052 is a classic G-Shock watch with all the bells and whistles you’d expect from one of the world’s hardest watches: 200 meters of water resistance, Afterglow backlight, daily alarm, hourly time signal, auto calendar, 2-year battery life, and more.
- 46.4mm in diameter
- Quartz movement
- 200m water resistance
- Gshock.com is the manufacturer.
Citizen Quartz Bl1041
This Citizen is another terrific pick for the outdoors or a night out, with a 42mm stainless steel case, day-date display, dive-style bezel, and steel bracelet. A 100m water resistance isn’t terrible either for the price.
- Price: $90
- 42mm in diameter
- Citizen Quartz Movement
- 100m water resistance
- Citizenwatch.com is the manufacturer.
Orient Tristar
The Tristar is no exception to Orient’s tradition of providing excellent value in affordable mechanical timepieces. It features an automatic Japanese movement, a date display, 30 meters of water resistance, and a 20mm stainless steel band that matches.
- 40mm in diameter
- F4902 automatic caliber movement
- 30m water resistance
- OrientWatchUSA.com is the manufacturer’s website.
Seiko 5 SNK Field Watch
The Seiko 5, and the SNK series of field watches in particular, are legends in the inexpensive watch world. This watch has a green dial with luminous hands and indices, as well as an automatic Seiko day-date movement, 30 meters of water resistance, and a two-piece fabric band. This is an excellent field watch or travel watch.
- 37mm in diameter
- Seiko 7S26B automatic movement
- 30m water resistance
- Seiko Watches (www.seikowatches.com)
MVMT Classic Minimalist
This simple quartz watch by MVMT offers a wide 45mm stainless steel case, date window, mineral crystal, and a leather band in a variety of dial and strap combinations. This could be the watch for you if all you need from your watch is the time and date, as well as the ability to wear it almost anyplace (except underwater).
- 45mm in diameter
- Quartz Miyota movement
- 30m water resistance
- mvmt.com is the manufacturer.
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