Hi all,

Looking to join into this community for two reason. 1. Can’t afford the gen stuff 2. Interested to learn about how to fix / tweak / franken some of the models.

Question for the pros: what watches are the best to start (both for reliable in terms of look and also staying working) ? I’m really partial to breitling or IWC but have read that chrono can be very hard, so wondering if there is a more standard watch without that in any of those lines that are better. Also would be interested if anyone in conus does any meet up groups or has any ones for sale in the SEA/PDX/YVR area

Dave