Swiss Army Wenger
What is a good brand of mens watches under $400?
My husbands b-day is coming up. He's been wanting a watch with a black rubber band , chronograph like the Omega Seamaster but i can't afford that! So I'm looking for another good quality brand that won't cost me over $400.
btw what is the difference between swiss army and wenger?
Is swiss army played out??
Wenger is a cheap watch made in Japan. Swiss Army is actually a pretty good watch in the $400 range that is actually Swiss Made.
As far as other good watches similar to Omega, it depends what he's looking for.
If it's a dive-watch, Seiko makes a nice one in the $300s (plus you can tell him that's also a James Bond watch since it was what he wore before he switched to Omega). See link below for a picture. It's almost as nice as an Omega in my opinion.
If he wants a Swiss watch because of the quality, check out Hamilton watch company and Swiss Army. They make nice watches and are close to that price range.
If he's just in love with Omegas (I'm a collector and own a few Seamasters myself so I know the feeling) and really wants that watch, just feel good knowing that it will last him a very long time and he'll still be grateful a year later if you have to skip Xmas presents to justify the expense. You can find a Seamaster for a little over a grand if you shop around online.
Good luck and hope it works out.
For More Swiss Army Wenger Info Click On The Links Below
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Wenger Swiss Army Coral Notebook Case |
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The Wenger CORAL Business Case fits most 15-inch/15.4-inch, padded computer pocket, expanding files, business organizer, easy access front pocket, reinforced ergonomic handles, tear-resistant shoulder strap. |
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SATURN SwissGear by Wenger Computer Messenger Bag |
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Wenger / Swissgear is the maker of the genuine Swiss Army Knife, leveraging our complementary strengths. Both of us protect your data and combined, we can provide you with more than either company could offer in its own right... |
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Wenger Swiss Gear The Shield Wheeled Laptop Catalog Case |
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This Wenger Swiss Gear wheeled laptop case fits most 17-inch laptops. This catalog case offers plenty of pocket space and features a secure-lock telescoping handle for convenient transportation - you'll love it! |
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SwissGear SA1908 ScanSmart Backpack (Black) Fits Most 17 Inch Laptops |
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SwissGear SA1908 ScanSmart Backpack in Black |
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PEGASUS from SwissGear by Wenger Computer Backpack |
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The Pegasus fits up to a 17" notebook, so you can finally ditch the old laptop case for some new style. Features Wenger's famous Shock Absorbing shoulder straps and air-flow back padding. |
 Wenger Makers of the Swiss Army Knife Laptop Computer Messenger Bag Case 15 US $23.50 
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 Swiss Army Wenger Evolution 14 Knife USED US $17.95
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 Wenger Swiss Army Serrated Master Knife Good Shape THE COOLEST US $23.20
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 Swiss Army Wenger Apprentice Knife USED US $8.50
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 Wenger GST Field Gold Silver Two Tone Swiss Army Military Watch Dress Womans US $100.00
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 Swiss Army Wenger Blue face and Bezel Open Water 79948 Watch US $24.99
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 Wenger Swiss Army Reversible Belt W Brushed Nickel Buckle SZ 38 NEW 1 Day Ship US $20.00
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 NEW SEALED WENGER EVO 16 SWISS ARMY KNIFE US $16.99
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 Wenger Swiss Army Backpacker II USED US $5.95
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 WENGER SWISS ARMY WATCH US $89.00
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 UNKNOWN Wenger Swiss Army Knife Good Condition NL299 US $4.50
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 Black Dial WENGER Swiss Army Mens Bracelet Watch US $99.99
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 Ladies WENGER Swiss Army Two Tone Bracelet Watch US $69.99
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 Green Band WENGER Swiss Army Mens Watch Silver Tone US $133.79
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 $300 Wenger Swiss Army AeroGraph Watch NEED REPAIRS US $83.37
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 WENGER Swiss Army Knife Red EVOLUTION Model 16817 S557 S 557 BRAND NEW US $35.00
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 Swiss Army WENGER Mens Watch Black Rubber Strap US $174.99
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 New WENGER Swiss Army Chronograph Black Leather Strap Mens Watch 77015 US $189.99
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 Wenger Swiss Army Gear Sport Leather LFOLD Executive Brown Tan Wallet US $12.99
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 Wenger Swiss Army Gear Sport Nylon Canvas Travel Tall Mesh Zip Passport Wallet US $18.00
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 Wenger Swiss Army Gear Sport Leather Trifold Black w Pullout ID Quality Wallet US $9.99
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 Wenger 16906 Tool Chest Plus Swiss Army Knife US $60.00
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 NWT WENGER SWISS ARMY DOCUMENT CASE US $12.95
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 WENGER Standard Issue Swiss Army Watch leather strap MSRP $22500 US $39.99
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 Wenger SWISS ARMY Womens Watch US $24.99
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 Bracelet WENGER Swiss Army Mens Watch Black Dial US $85.59
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 VERY RARE WENGER SWISS ARMY KNIFE DISPLAY BOX KING ARTHUR DYNASTY SERIES LOOK US $129.99
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 WENGER BACKPACKER II SWISS ARMY KNIFE CAMPING SCOUTING SPORTING US $9.99
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 WENGER COMMANDER SWISS ARMY KNIFE RED CAMPING SCOUTING GR8 US $9.99
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 wenger genuine swiss watch0910930 100m water resistantswiss army watch US $12.50
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Victorinox was founded by Karl Elsner in 1884. That year he opened his own cutlery business in Ibach-Schwyz, Switzerland. Before opening his business Karl had spent time in Paris and in Tuttlingen, Germany doing his apprenticeship. At Karl's cutlery shop the grinding and polishing machines were powered by a waterwheel which was powered by the Tobelbach brook.
In 1891 the Swiss Army first received the soldier's knife from Karl Elsner and on June 12, 1897 the Swiss Officer's and the Sports knives were patented. Karl's company was originally the only supplier of Swiss Army Knives to the Swiss Army. In 1908 his company had to share the supply contract with Wenger. The companies eventually reached an agreement that allowed Victorinox to advertise the Original Swiss Army Knife. Wenger was allowed to advertise the Genuine Swiss Army Knife.
Karl Elsner started using the cross and shield to identify his knives in 1909. The cross and shield is still used to identify a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife to this date. This same year his mother died and he decided to name his company "Victoria" after his mother. In 1921 stainless steel was invented and the company started using stainless steel to make the Swiss Army Knife. Stainless steel was also called "inox" (the French term for stainless steel is acier inoxydable). "Victoria" and "inox" were combined to create the company name Victorinox.
After world war II American PX shops started selling the "Swiss Officer's Knife" in large quantities to American soldiers. The soldiers started calling it the Swiss Army Knife for short and the name has stuck.
In 2002 Victorinox took over the other Swiss Army Knife maker, Wenger. Victorinox has said they intend to keep both brands of Swiss Army Knives intact. The Swiss Army Knife by Victorinox is a standard piece of equipment for NASA Astronauts and the Swiss Army Knife has been taken on treks to Mt. Everest and the Antarctic. Currently Victorinox has five lines of products. In addition to their Swiss Army Knife line they have Household & Professional knives, Watches, Clothing and Luggage.
As you can see the Swiss Army Knife by Victorinox has a long history and is depended on by many people under the harshest conditions. Victorinox as a company has a long history of quality and that quality can still be seen in their products today. To see a large selection of Swiss Army Knives please visit www.swissarmyknifemall.com
Kirk McCormick has over 20 years experience in law enforcement and has worked with tactical teams. He has spent years hunting, fishing and camping in the Pacific Northwest. For additional information or to contact him please visit: http://www.SwissArmyKnifeMall.com
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