Reply With QuoteI'd buy this and treat me to a night out with the change.
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...eramic-%A32250
I'm sure there's a few threads dedicated to this subject but was just wondering what you guys would suggest if I were to chuck them all in and become a one watch man.
I'm looking at between £2500-3000 but there are so many watches out there within this price range I really needs some pointers and pictures. It has to be auto, new or 2nd hand is fine and have no real preference to stainless or leather strap. I'm trying to steer away from a speedie as I feel I may be inclined to flip after a while and would rather have something a little different.
Cheers
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I'd buy this and treat me to a night out with the change.
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...eramic-%A32250
SMP 2254.50?
this little thing of beauty, if it hangs around much longer ill be cancelling the Dodane and going for it myself. dressy, chrono, classy, less obvious than most, superb movement, has more than a little of the .......actually, this is not the watch you are looking for
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ghlight=zenith
A Planet Ocean would be a good choice, a great watch that you could wear every day.
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This. Infact don't bother!
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...light=hometime
As I said on another similar thread, 40mm polar explorer II is what I would go for.
Predictable but I can't see past a 114270. Perfect size, goes with anything, robust movement and just looks superb IMO. You could get a late model full set for the top end of your budget.
if i was picking for myself from the watches i already own, it would be my seawolf avenger. might be a bit bulky for most people to wear with a suit but i dont mind it. it definately ticks the box for eveything else i do so thats my recommendation, steel seawolf avenger, black with batons, good for everything.
I'm having the same quandary so following this post closely for some good suggestions....my head is saying PO at the moment.
White or grey dialed aqua terra with a good chunk of change left over
If it were me then I'd have to say an Explorer I. I've thought about this for a while before replying and I think this would give you everything you could ever need and for every activity and occasion.
David
Yeh I'm liking the Seawolf, I prefer a chunkier bigger watch so the polar and the 114270 would be too small.Originally Posted by poppy
2nd hand grand Seiko?
Trying to keep it over 40 mm, anything smaller just look silly on me IMO.
Or a boxful for your budget
Yeh do like the white dial version with the blue batons
Having just bought a Speedmaster to go with my 2254.50 I'd have to say +1! They are truly great watches, and buying the Speedie has made me realise that. (But of course I love the Speedie too)SMP 2254.50?
Would have to be an Aqua terra at that price for me. A railmaster if you could find one.
Hard to argue against the AT, even thought just 41.5mm, but for less money, you could opt for the Ball Red Label 43mm, if you fancy tritium.
Similar a little off the path normally tread, you could strap a GO on – a Sport Evo like so, or a bit of haggling and upping the budget for a bracelet version.
Are you Goliath's big brother?
Not particularly but I'm used to my Oris which is 47 mm and just think that anything smaller looks a bit silly.
It's not how big it is....
Breitling Super Ocean Heritage 42mm on rubber? Or you could get the 46mm for under £3k too, which looks even nicer (date at 6)?
what's not to love.....
*disclaimer* not my photos and therefore any credit to the actual owner.
Tough one as I have a XL PO and 14060 which would both fit with your budget and I could not even begin to decide which one.
Having Said this I think I would say PO, no I mean 14060, no I mean PO.......
Paul
i second this! The PO8500 would be perfect!A Planet Ocean would be a good choice, a great watch that you could wear every day.
Contrary to my above post my daily wear is my Mark XVII. Comfortable understated quality that does not shout.
Not everyones cuppa but you could always look at a Mark XV or XVI
Paul
As mentioned last time this thread was aired, Omega PO8500 45mm ceramic. You could even put leather on it to make it dressy!
A lot of very conservative advice being given here.
If it's to be "the one", shouldn't it be something less unobtrusive/unnoticeable?
I'd go for something from the extensive Corum Admiral's Cup range, just to be different.
One watch covering dress or sporty would have to be an older Rolex Explorer I for me.
Pelagos?
I was in the same boat as you regarding size a couple of years ago. However, buying an LV and then an SD, both at 40mm demonstrated to me at least that they wear fine. I prefer the SD as it is thicker. Probably not possible for £3K but your not a million miles away to a used 16600. Sorry to troll out the old 'buy a Rolex' line but its popular for a reason ;)
Your probably about £1k over top budget for a 16600 but the explorer. 1, 2, datejust or possibly a GMT master would fit in your budget.
For £3k you can get a decent 14060. As good an 'only watch' as I can think of, and won't lose money
About as dressy as a U-Boat, only thicker ;)
A single watch needs to avoid being a liability. A big, hunking sportswatch is good for dad barbecues but if you ever need to wear something smart (and even hipsters have to go to funerals once in a while), it wouldn't be a practical option. DJ, Aqua Terra, slim dive watch I'd go for.
...but what do I know; I don't even like watches!
Personally if I could only keep one watch it would probably be this or my seadweller (already discounted on cost grounds).
If a Steve McQueen Monaco could be had for that, should be easily 2nd hand, that would be my choice. Fabulous watch, especially on the bracelet. I had one and wish I'd kept it.
I would agree except for the acrylic crystal..... An "only" watch would need to be sapphire or other tough crystal....
The latest calibre 12 version has sapphire but is unavailable used at the price point?
Another vote for the Aqua Terra here. A better sport/dressy compromise than most, especially if you get a strap to go with the bracelet.
One watch means everyday watch to me so I'd recommend a screw down crown and a metal bracelet so you can wear it and forget about it.
You couldn't go wrong with a classic dive watch so whatever particular model floats your boat when it comes to Seamasters/Submariners etc.
But if you want something more versatile then an Aqua Terra would be even better and is the perfect watch for all occasions.
Well I like the Planet Ocean, it's a nice watch. But it's very common to see people wearing them. For Omega I'd go for an Aqua Terra or possibly a Speedy 57 broad arrow, you can get a strap and bracelet to change the looks with the seasons.
Another good choice I think is the Explorer II, pick up the older model which is slightly smaller and your money will be as safe as anything when it comes to flipping time.
Personally If I could only have one watch in the price range I'd go for a JLC Master Control. Even push the boat out slightly and pick up the Hometime which is for sale in Watchclub for just under 4k.
in this price range I would look at the Damasko inhouse series. Excellent quality and the watch will look great even after a long time like new. A good thing for a "one watch guy" ;)
Another vote for the 16570 Polar Explorer. Love mine.
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