When NASA were developing the Apollo missions they tested watches for the astronauts to use. Omega was the one chosen as it was the only one that passed all the required tests.
They currently have anniversary models for sale.
I have a Tissot automatic bought for me by
many years ago. It has had one service /replacement glass and keeps time well. Not expensive but I love it. All I need to do is get the strap fixed! It is a design feature but I forget to take it in.
As a general everyday cheap “ so what if it breaks” Casio bought in Argos that cost £14 two years ago. Just put a new battery in and it runs faultlessly. Plain black dial with white numbers.
On some special occasions I wear my grandfather’s watch and chain handed down to me. Inexpensive Waltham that was a replacement in the1930’s but a heavy gold chain with a couple of medallions dated 1915 when he was a Sapper in France. He wore it every day in his waistcoat. No huge value but I like it and it works well.
