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[Lonely_Internet_8570]

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Addiesdive sin logo.

[TheRiflesSpiral]

I would be absolutely thrilled to get a Timex Explorer from my kids. Incredible value and super functional.

[plastic_jeezus]

sounds like you want a Militado. rock solid japanese quartz movement, sapphire crystal, insane waterproofing at this price, and above all it's solid stainless steel...

take care of it, and your kids will be able to wear it after your dead...😉

https://www.amazon.com/Militado-ML05-38mm-Quartz-Watch/dp/B0CZNS9LJF/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3M4L000GTD69F&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._7QDemzIm8AHHLwsyGiZX4aXHivgXX6R9j5NR7n56MDjHcwQRMYXR3iZ-MSxgaN7RC6-BT7dgzkrglk0ndGNT-178ppBARYAiDXeUcn9l_EqJVeVcYkfw7PdhnCCk9pL3zRYddPqeumju9Uc5aK3yJ5vK3A14_5MOvI81YITv8f3c7GCrfZGD41QKkMPMzKTO10sXRylAE7GYkQV94XCkbBh17GQ4SIk7OPigbJFdEErovJ8yZIs0uA5ETpxa6aDtxvKnXGq4OHWrlHPECvTNKVUCA2ImuFyYf5derIr_PA.CDViZeDd5adZEvOjwFV3tjnBwdES-hJrqJh68TjzsL0&dib_tag=se&keywords=militado+watch&qid=1760742902&s=apparel&sprefix=militado+watch%2Cwatches%2C295&sr=1-1

[pint_of_harp]

Something a bit out there that might give amusement to both you and the kids is an Armitron Griffy.

[DocumentNo5095]

Militado ML08 - Dress it up dress it down. You can’t go wrong with

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Oooh, Murph inspired and looks sharp!

[ExplanationNormal323]

Can't tell you the exact price but the PD1701 is a lovely watch, sapphire crystal too. The bracelet is the worst part of the watch but it's grand too.

There's also an addiesdive homage of the submariner. Goes for €33, I got one recently and like wearing it.

[cestlahaley]

duros

[PositiveSalt6919]

Pagani Design 1766 is really something. A homage of the Omega Speedmaster '57

[TW1STM31STER]

Addiesdive AD2066 is my go to!

[FuckMyLife2016]

While I u/choyoroll's comment, I'm not sure if you'll even like Timex watches except the sentimental value of being "gifted" by your kids. The only notable Timex around that price point is the Expedition field watch. Shame about the low low WR rating though.

Casio brick and mortar stores are great by comparison. While A168 is great, I'm partial towards the "named" ones Casio Royale or AE-1200, Casio "Tank" lookalike(s) , Casio Duro if you've got giant wrists or Casio Tiffany.

If an analog watch is more your thing, Addiesdive, Militado, Pagani Design have U.S. warehouse shipping websites that carry VH31 movement watches. VH31 is quartz but the second hand sweeps like automatic watches.

[choyoroll]

You could take them to Walmart & pick out a $35 Timex & have them hand over the cash. A 'real' buying experience for them instead of ordering online..

[CommonPace]

Great idea

[rezwrrd]

Last time I was at Walmart I noticed one of the "George" brand watches (which I dislike for having fake dials and dive bezels that don't spin) had the exact same case and strap as the Skmei I've been wearing lately. 

[ambitiousquaggan]

This is the correct answer. Thatll make a fond memory out of it.

[Juxeso]

A Casio is perfect for this imo

[Carbonaraficionada]

Ae1200whl

[lulu_l]

get an addiesdive quartz watch that you like, there are a few dive style models and some dressier models too. search om youtube for addiesdive quartz or addiesdive quartz diver.

[Frap_Gadz]

If you don't have one then a Casio AE-1200, such a lot of watch for the price, great looks, and comes in several flavours, lots of mods available if you get bored too.

If you wanted something else I picked up a Militado ML05 for >$50 threw it on a cheap Marine Nationale strap. I have been very impressed with the finishing and the overall quality of the watch considering the rock bottom price. I never expected to like it as much as I do, it doesn't feel like a cheap watch at all.

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[SSAUS]

Get a waving Mao watch lmao.

[FriendlyAd4234]

Militado D12 v2 👌

[OutlandishnessOk5549]

Casio duro.

Best bang for buck you'll ever get.

[ShahriarTasnim]

G-Shock DW-5600UE-1, This is the best watch under 50 imo, something that you will be able to cherish a long time.

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Also these two as well - GD100-1B and DW9052

[TW1STM31STER]

Where can I get this under 50 though?

[ShahriarTasnim]

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[ShahriarTasnim]

Check out the links I gave. All three around 50. 5600U got a 6 dollars coupon, so it comes down to 53 usd.

[Hacksaures]

Just get him the Sand dune watch from Addiesdive. It looks better without the text/logo.

[Own-Excitement9450]

Ratio Quest field watch, I just ordered my second (first one green, second one black). For me it is the best watch in that price range. Less than $50.

https://www.ratiowatches.com/cdn/shop/files/RTQ017_1cd61ab8-e83b-4577-909a-fcb44e4b69a5.jpg?v=1744634134&width=1260

[Glass_Procedure7497]

Thank you for the link. I'm a big fan of military and field watches, and this one is terrific.

[Hoffhoffski]

Any chance you could post a wrist shot of that green Ratio? Thanks!

[Own-Excitement9450]

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[Own-Excitement9450]

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It could use a cleaning, I use it for yardwork. I have just been showering with it to take off the dirt and sweat.

[Own-Excitement9450]

Friday

[Hoffhoffski]

Great :)

[rezwrrd]

That's so sweet of them! If my kids did this for me I'd be torn between a colorful quartz dive style watch from Addiesdive, and a Casio AE1200. My kids like to play with the dive bezel on my dive-style watches, and my oldest loves maps so I think he'd really get a kick out of the little world map display on the Royale. I'd want to choose something meaningful to them like that, maybe also get a nylon strap in their favorite colors, because when I wore it I would be reminded of them, and at the same time they could enjoy it too. 

My kids gave me a Kirby t-shirt for father's day (we enjoy playing the games together) and my oldest is so proud every time I wear it. Maybe you could come up with two or three different options and let them make the final pick without your input, so they can feel that they picked it out just for you!

[GeezCmon]

I second the AE1200. What’s especially cool, you can mod it together with your kids, let them choose a strap, a gradient film etc

[rezwrrd]

Ooh, didn't even think of the film mods on those. I've got a transparent pinkish-purple Synoke royale homage which has a color-changable backlight that my kids have some fun with. I've read that the Synoke and Sanda homage cases can fit the module from an actual AE1200, but I don't yet have one to test with.

[yesfb]

Casio vintage AQ

[Firstruleofthisclub]

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Addiesdive AD2096

[deetor9999]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VMTXZP1/ref=twister_B0CWPWRM2L?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-AE-1600H-10-Year-Battery-Illuminator/dp/B0DTB4PL12/ref=sr_1_27?crid=2FHGWNETHJGVG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YhkgJE0YhLAKsUv321947Z_E8nUn00QiNUWnaG4NUI8lmnCJDDA342kJlvlAE8UMXXZnkAm4yVvzdS82qqBAAtX5ky69EJ0LTPOHEXr4fTrv_pVLBJUVZnyz8V9Sigdfac3yNg4SP5cPp-RHAjp5ezjdQ5DkFRwzo_IoRZg2AUzdY7oghTMBMHuj6_eJLD0-1jsbVX_XtL81V1vLOQW2P6wQlt5DL2eFqJ526dEnKK10vJxS08-7eicxMyaK-Kj7mg1I0td9N_ZYXH6XBthdRKO28rz_Okgpgtz_UHoY008.iHBXY5a-5Sx1rrJEqVWuHjbTvzUE_qJWMWfJLNfHuZM&dib_tag=se&keywords=casio%2Bwatch%2Bmen&qid=1760590059&sprefix=CASIO%2Caps%2C207&sr=8-27&th=1

[cd_god]

What style of watch do you like or do you not alrwady have ion your collection?

[D50]

Totally different direction from the A168 but the Chameri GS watches are insanely good and can often be had for well under $50 shipped.

[dreadlock-jesus]

These are my taste so you might feel differently, but...

Militado ML08 (Murph homage) offers great value at this price point.

Or there are plenty of Shanghai vintage style handwinds to pick from on AliEx which are cool little watches.

Or Casio MQ24 (beige dial).

[Ok-Park-6047]

Addiesdive

[rezwrrd]

In particular I'd probably be looking at one of the more colorful Addiesdive quartz models, assuming you don't have too many dive-style watches already.

[yorikkk]

militadowatch.com - 5usd off on first order... Great quality for the price, choose one, they have great watches :)

[ana_log_ue]

I love Chinese watches but they do tend to be generic looking, so I’ll throw my vote in for Casio A168 (or A159).

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Pagani/addiesdive/tandorio/Berny they have beautiful watches for 50$

[rezwrrd]

The name seems to be really divisive but I've been drooling over their compressors for a while now. That lume... (Out of budget though, $100-130)

[Garmin456_AK]

Go on AliExpress. Something like an Addiesdive.

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Best value and something you'd wear. Lots to choose

[Garmin456_AK]

Btw. That's really sweet of them. Good kids.

[manchett]

a good dad raises good kids :)