Luminox is like a Gateway drug for watch collectors, they are affordable, but nicer than most of what you are going to see people wearing around. You can jump into the 3040 series for $350MSRP, but if you do a quick google search the $280 price tag sounds even better than retailers seem to be offering. The 3040 tritium is rated for up to 25 years. The watch has a rotating bezel, is 44mm, and is water resistant to 200 meters.
Check out more info at http://www.luminox.com/watches/
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