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02/09/2022
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A Watch for Any Occasion: Watch Hunting with Oisin O’Malley

By Thomas Hendricks

Different times call for different timepieces, and it’s not always easy to know what to wear and when. We spoke with Oisin O’Malley, founder of The Timeless Watch Channel, the destination for long-form watch discussion (with some wine and whiskey chat thrown in for good measure), to get his recommendations for the best watches for life’s many moments. Whether it’s your wedding day or your every day, we’ve got you covered.  

Great Watches Under $5,000

The Seiko “King Turtle” SRPE05

Under $5,000? How about under $500? The Seiko “King Turtle” SRPE05 is built to be a daily beater. It’s impressively tough and oozes a burgers-and-beer, t-shirt-and-jeans kind of vibe. The green grenade is Oisin’s favorite, and don’t be fooled by the 45-mm case. With short lugs, the watch wears much more compactly than the numbers indicate. It works on a NATO or leather strap or on a steel bracelet, and like many Seiko divers, you’ll get the nod of approval from seasoned collectors. 

Enthusiast’s Corner: Rare and Exceptional Timepieces

The Omega Speedmaster Professional 145.022

You need to be particular when choosing a watch for a fancy dinner. Oisin’s advice? Go for one that exudes quiet confidence. Your guests will appreciate the Omega Speedmaster Professional 145.002 for its looks alone, and they’ll appreciate it even more if they ask for the story behind it. The tritium may not shine as brightly as it used to, but like a fine wine, this watch only gets more distinguished with age. And thanks to the Italian sports-car styling behind the Speedmaster, it looks timeless with a tailored suit. 

Iconic Timepieces: Great Value for the Money

Rolex Datejust 41 126331

When all eyes are on you, what’s the watch on your wrist? We talked to Oisin about a big – no – the biggest day of your life and what watches to wear to a wedding. Even if you’re not the bride or groom, a Rolex Datejust adds just the right amount of sparkle to a special occasion. Oisin recommends the 41-mm size for larger wrists and the bracelet for summer celebrations. It’s classic, recognizable, and you’ll be able to wear it long after the cake is gone. 


About the Author

Thomas Hendricks

I didn’t grow up a watch guy, but a few years after graduating from university, I landed a job at the online publication Watchonista as a writer and marketer. “Welcome to the watch world,” my colleagues told me half-jokingly, “no one ever leaves!” Now at Chrono24, I work as a private client advisor, helping people find the perfect watch for major life moments.

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