Some watch shots
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Here's a collection of similar style. The entire prospex land, sea, sky line are amazing. Though some of these are higher pricedBleachedAnusDawg said:I really like this one but it was limited run.
https://seikousa.com/collections/mens/products/spb089
https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/prospex/land
I like this one:
Edit: and another
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TAG has some really nice watches. I do tend to agree with @YellowSnow though that once you are paying TAG dollars you should stretch a touch more and get an Omega. TAGs are nice. Omegas are legendary.minion_doog said:
What are good sites to shop used watches? I check eBay occasionally but there are a bunch of seemingly random sites I've never heard of that I find myself going down the rabbit hole on. I don't know that I'd be comfortable pulling the trigger if I found my deal on any of them.Swaye said:
Every man should have a nice watch. Doesn't have to cost a thousand bucks (or tens of thousands). Just something nice that suits you. Good luck in your hunt. Take a look at Oris. Touch more expensive, but absolutely stellar entrance into "real" watches.BleachedAnusDawg said:
This one, while nice, is a little busy for my taste. I think I prefer just a basic face without extra marks or dials, etc.USMChawk said:This is a good deal for a Hamilton Jazzmaster.
https://midwestestatebuyers.myshopify.com/collections/watches/products/hamilton-jazzmaster-viewmatic-automatic-watch-h32515535
Appreciate the input, Watch Sensei. I have, quite literally, never owned or worn a watch in my life. Probably will never buy anything high-end, but am thinking about something that looks nice enough for work that can still be worn casually on occassion. Needs to be 36-40mm range in size because I do not have big, meaty rowers wrists.Swaye said:Tissot and Hamilton are considered entry level "nice watches." My first "nice" watch was actually a Hamilton many years ago. I love them. I have never bonded as much with Tissot, but they make a fine watch at their price point.
edit: And don't be afraid to buy used. Some fantastic deals to be found on used timepieces. You can find watches that were originally 3 grand for less than half that.
It's not made anymore, but I've been half-assed shopping this one on and off for years;
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Killer diver.Doogles said:
My next watch, currently working on a deal to get it new around 3500YellowSnow said:
I feel like used Omegas are a good value in the $2K to $3k give or take range. Does that sound about right @Swaye ?minion_doog said:
What are good sites to shop used watches? I check eBay occasionally but there are a bunch of seemingly random sites I've never heard of that I find myself going down the rabbit hole on. I don't know that I'd be comfortable pulling the trigger if I found my deal on any of them.Swaye said:
Every man should have a nice watch. Doesn't have to cost a thousand bucks (or tens of thousands). Just something nice that suits you. Good luck in your hunt. Take a look at Oris. Touch more expensive, but absolutely stellar entrance into "real" watches.BleachedAnusDawg said:
This one, while nice, is a little busy for my taste. I think I prefer just a basic face without extra marks or dials, etc.USMChawk said:This is a good deal for a Hamilton Jazzmaster.
https://midwestestatebuyers.myshopify.com/collections/watches/products/hamilton-jazzmaster-viewmatic-automatic-watch-h32515535
Appreciate the input, Watch Sensei. I have, quite literally, never owned or worn a watch in my life. Probably will never buy anything high-end, but am thinking about something that looks nice enough for work that can still be worn casually on occassion. Needs to be 36-40mm range in size because I do not have big, meaty rowers wrists.Swaye said:Tissot and Hamilton are considered entry level "nice watches." My first "nice" watch was actually a Hamilton many years ago. I love them. I have never bonded as much with Tissot, but they make a fine watch at their price point.
edit: And don't be afraid to buy used. Some fantastic deals to be found on used timepieces. You can find watches that were originally 3 grand for less than half that.
It's not made anymore, but I've been half-assed shopping this one on and off for years;
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New (but year 2000 A serial) one for my stable:
Have always LOVED this 16710 look and size. I really like that this came with everything it left the factory with. Only missing the original sales receipt. And best of all, it's been polished before and still has dings so it is a wearer. No worries about keeping value up or anything. Just a good honest 20 year old example of a legendary watch. My GMT collection is getting to be fucking excellent. -
Swaye said:
New (but year 2000 A serial) one for my stable:
Have always LOVED this 16710 look and size. I really like that this came with everything it left the factory with. Only missing the original sales receipt. And best of all, it's been polished before and still has dings so it is a wearer. No worries about keeping value up or anything. Just a good honest 20 year old example of a legendary watch. My GMT collection is getting to be fucking excellent.
Sweet! Twinsies!Swaye said:New (but year 2000 A serial) one for my stable:
Have always LOVED this 16710 look and size. I really like that this came with everything it left the factory with. Only missing the original sales receipt. And best of all, it's been polished before and still has dings so it is a wearer. No worries about keeping value up or anything. Just a good honest 20 year old example of a legendary watch. My GMT collection is getting to be fucking excellent.
Congrats, you have been on quite a GMT roll my friend. -
Can't beat a GMT! Most Rolex fans fall into one of three camps - Diver guy, Daytona guy, or GMT guy. I like all three and have examples of each, but my heart bleeds GMT blue/red/black/brown.spuden said:Swaye said:New (but year 2000 A serial) one for my stable:
Have always LOVED this 16710 look and size. I really like that this came with everything it left the factory with. Only missing the original sales receipt. And best of all, it's been polished before and still has dings so it is a wearer. No worries about keeping value up or anything. Just a good honest 20 year old example of a legendary watch. My GMT collection is getting to be fucking excellent.
Sweet! Twinsies!Swaye said:New (but year 2000 A serial) one for my stable:
Have always LOVED this 16710 look and size. I really like that this came with everything it left the factory with. Only missing the original sales receipt. And best of all, it's been polished before and still has dings so it is a wearer. No worries about keeping value up or anything. Just a good honest 20 year old example of a legendary watch. My GMT collection is getting to be fucking excellent.
Congrats, you have been on quite a GMT roll my friend. -
@swaye, so here's an Omega vs Rolex question: So, obviously these are the 2 most recognizable luxury brands for professional watches. And MSRP on a new Omega Seamaster is $5,000 and a SS Submariner Date is $8500 (not that you can go into a store and buy it whenever you want). Is there really a difference between the two in terms of quality of movement and other material used that makes the Rolex command a lot more or is it all cache?
I guess I'm a loser because Connery wore Rolen and Piece and Daniel Craig wore Omega.
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Many many people say the brand new Omega SM is a better watch than a Sub, from a technical standpoint, for 30% less. I can believe it. Omega has always been super good technically. And I think they are better at pushing the boundaries, whereas Rolex is a much steadier slow company. That said, the Sub is one of the 3 most iconic watches in history, and the Omega is not. I find the Sub to be much classier and more classic, and the Omega is sportier and more "now."YellowSnow said:@swaye, so here's an Omega vs Rolex question: So, obviously these are the 2 most recognizable luxury brands for professional watches. And MSRP on a new Omega Seamaster is $5,000 and a SS Submariner Date is $8500 (not that you can go into a store and buy it whenever you want). Is there really a difference between the two in terms of quality of movement and other material used that makes the Rolex command a lot more or is it all cache?
I guess I'm a loser because Connery wore Rolen and Piece and Daniel Craig wore Omega.
You can't go wrong with either. I have been asked before "What are three watches I should own before I die?" Easy answer. Rolex Submariner, Rolex GMT, and an Omega Speedmaster Professional (only the professional version though). To me those are the three most instantly recognizable watches in the world with the most amazing histories attached to them. -
IFL the Omega Speedmaster. Except I would feel like a poser, since I think my vehicle has a speed governor at like 85 MPH. At least with a GMT, I can fly on an airplane or going snorkeling with little fishies in HI.Swaye said:
Many many people say the brand new Omega SM is a better watch than a Sub, from a technical standpoint, for 30% less. I can believe it. Omega has always been super good technically. And I think they are better at pushing the boundaries, whereas Rolex is a much steadier slow company. That said, the Sub is one of the 3 most iconic watches in history, and the Omega is not. I find the Sub to be much classier and more classic, and the Omega is sportier and more "now."YellowSnow said:@swaye, so here's an Omega vs Rolex question: So, obviously these are the 2 most recognizable luxury brands for professional watches. And MSRP on a new Omega Seamaster is $5,000 and a SS Submariner Date is $8500 (not that you can go into a store and buy it whenever you want). Is there really a difference between the two in terms of quality of movement and other material used that makes the Rolex command a lot more or is it all cache?
I guess I'm a loser because Connery wore Rolen and Piece and Daniel Craig wore Omega.
You can't go wrong with either. I have been asked before "What are three watches I should own before I die?" Easy answer. Rolex Submariner, Rolex GMT, and an Omega Speedmaster Professional (only the professional version though). To me those are the three most instantly recognizable watches in the world with the most amazing histories attached to them.
