Why $500 you may ask? Times are tough for many people and although a lot of money to many people I think its good amount to buy a decent timepiece. Especially if you’re looking to buy on budget, your first investment or something for yourself or a loved one.
R/Watchexchange has lots of cool stuff. Fabulous vintage Omega for under $400, cool vintage hand wound watches under $100. I got a chronograph for $375 and several Seiko Lord Quartz watches for under $200 each.
Maybe Tissot PRX or a Seiko?