Watchlist: under £5k

The Black Bay was the retro diver that announced Tudor was no longer in the shadow of big sister Rolex, but a cool brand in its own right. Now available with 41mm ceramic case, water resistant to 200m. Anti-magnetic automatic movement with 70-hour power reserve. 

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The French brand has made a signature of chunky, instrument-like watches. For the first time the 05 family comes with the option of a GMT hand for a second time zone. Automatic movement with 41mm satin-finished stainless steel case, water resistant to 100m. 

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TAG Heuer is deeply ingrained in the world of motor racing, but also does a diver that offers a lot of watch for the money. With 43mm stainless steel case, water resistant to 300m and unidirectional ceramic bezel. 

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The Top Time range was introduced in the Sixties and Breitling has a new Classic Cars range celebrating classic motors from the era. The Shelby Cobra (pictured) is joined by a Corvette and Mustang models, all with chronometer-certified automatic movement in 42mm steel case. Water resistant to 100m. 

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IWC has been making top-drawer watches on the banks of the Rhine since the mid-19th century. Line-up includes oversized pilots’ watches and elegant dress watches like the Portofino. With automatic movement and 40mm steel case, water resistant to 30m.

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With its mega fancy new headquarters in Henley, Bremont has been busy flying the flag for the resurgent British watch industry. The S302 diving watch has a burnt orange GMT giving a second time zone. Automatic movement in 40mm stainless steel case, water resistant to 300m. 

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