Watches - another OCD problem
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I'd suggest hitting Wempe, Tourneau, and anyone else you think is interesting, and see what appeals. Sometimes things that look great on paper, aren't so good in the metal. Occasionally it goes the other way.
I haven't seen the IWC Pilot Chronograph. However, I would suggest taking a look at their Timezoner if you want to go that way.
If you like the Big Pilot watch, then consider getting one. A lot of people go on about how they can only wear pieces of a particular size, but I've found that it's more a case of getting used to something. Provided the lugs don't project beyond the edge of your wrist, you'll be fine.
As for Tudor, I'd go for the Black Bay in Bronze or
None-so-BlackDark.But have fun, and we demand pictures when you get your new watch!
youre a damned genius
im a proud owner of a big pilot
treat yoself
will upload pics soon
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I'm not normally a fan of Panerai, but the LAB-ID Luminor 1950 Carbotech 3 Days PAM 700 is a big, black science experiment, with a fifty year guarantee. Want!
I like the look of that watch very very much. Sadly this is way out of my pricerange.
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I'm not normally a fan of Panerai, but the LAB-ID Luminor 1950 Carbotech 3 Days PAM 700 is a big, black science experiment, with a fifty year guarantee. Want!
I like the look of that watch very very much. Sadly this is way out of my pricerange.
I think this is fantastic. I'm a big fan of this brand.
Fifty year warranty is a bit misleading thought.
I'm sure it will need regulation and service and waterproofing a lot more frequently, 3-5 years. Panerai service costs can be eye watering expensive as they replace many parts because of discolouration.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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Paging @Tempvs and all other watch connoisseurs. In your opinion what is the best watch/watch brand(s) in the $1,000 - $1,500 range. Not a huge collector so at this time I can't justify spending $3K+ on a watch but have started to seriously consider adding a solid watch to my EDC. Am looking for something not huge and preferably with a face/dial that works well with a leather strap.
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Paging @Tempvs and all other watch connoisseurs. In your opinion what is the best watch/watch brand(s) in the $1,000 - $1,500 range. Not a huge collector so at this time I can't justify spending $3K+ on a watch but have started to seriously consider adding a solid watch to my EDC. Am looking for something not huge and preferably with a face/dial that works well with a leather strap.
Seiko in my view. Well made and so reliable. They represent fantastic value for money.
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@bubbapest Glad to hear that you got what you really wanted in the end.
The price for the big, black Panerai is €50K. I suspect if you can swallow that, you'll be able to cope with the service costs. I wonder how many will actually get worn regularly. I know that @Tempvs gets a lot of use out of his tourbillon, but I suspect a lot will live in safes for most of their existence.
I like it too, but it's out of my price bracket.
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Paging @Tempvs and all other watch connoisseurs. In your opinion what is the best watch/watch brand(s) in the $1,000 - $1,500 range. Not a huge collector so at this time I can't justify spending $3K+ on a watch but have started to seriously consider adding a solid watch to my EDC. Am looking for something not huge and preferably with a face/dial that works well with a leather strap.
I am in no way a watch connoisseur but I recently made the same decision as you mate. Ended up with a Sinn 104 St Sa.
http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m575/Johan_Jonsson/Sinn104/DSC_0451_zps89121094.jpg~original
41mm and within your price range. Absolutely love it.
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The price for thebig, blackPanerai is €50K. I suspectif you can swallow that, you'll be able to cope with the service costs. ~~I wonder how many will actually get worn regularly. I know thatI like it too, but it's out of my price bracket. :(~~
In your opinion what is the best watch/watch brand(s) in the $1,000 - $1,500 range.
in there's price range, there's plenty pretty good ones to look at. firstly, there's the seiko 007 or 6309s. fantastic watches, great basic movement. though the 6309 is a vintage and requires a little more TLC. if not look at brand like steinhart. i find their military repros a good place to start off. there's also vintage rolexes. i like the simplicity of the 6694 oyster date, though same may find the face a little small at 34mm.
figure out what you like; diver, pilot, race inspired? then narrow it down…
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@bubbapest Glad to hear that you got what you really wanted in the end.
The price for the big, black Panerai is €50K. I suspect if you can swallow that, you'll be able to cope with the service costs. I wonder how many will actually get worn regularly. I know that @Tempvs gets a lot of use out of his tourbillon, but I suspect a lot will live in safes for most of their existence.
I like it too, but it's out of my price bracket.
I try to wear it most days.
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Still super pleased with my MKII Hawkinge
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Thanks everyone. That gives me some good direction. Time for research.
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damn. that is nice….
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I agree, nice watch @bubbapest, and I'm glad to see it's worked out for you.
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O&W Karatago on alligator bund strap.Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk
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^^^cool watch.
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Very nice Bremont [emoji106]
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@louisbosco is in town, and I took him watch (window) shopping.
I think that you should get the Pepsi Louis.
