Yep, Seiko and Orient make good watches. No snob appeal, just value. I paid less for my Black Monster than a lot of reps. It glows like a torch and I am not afraid to take it under water.
My primary every-day watch is an Orient Mako II. I don't have a rep better than this watch. I also have a Seiko quartz that gets frequent use as a daily beater.
At work, I don't need to impress anyone. As a matter of fact, I don't want to wear an expensive watch - it sends the wrong message in my business. I just need something that looks good, feels good, is dependable and accurate, and that I'm not afraid to beat up a bit.
I also frequently wear a Swiss Legend that is Tungsten. It's virtually un-scratchable, but quite heavy and not as comfortable as the Orient.