Watches - another OCD problem
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hey there guys
really enjoying this thread more and more i have to say. congrats on the rolex @Giles looks dope…now that i' turning "old" (turning 30 on may 23rd) i would love to buy myself a watch, which is why i'm writing
what do you guys think gonna get me the best bang for the buck (price limit is sth. around 3k) and where do you guys think is the best and safest way to buy 2nd hand watches in that price range?
looking on www.chrono24.de now, jfi!
thanks for helping me out and getting back...cheers
Best bang for the buck would be the following:
Tudor Black-bay
Omega speedmaster
Omega seamasterThe Rolex GMT would also be an excellent choice but I think you would have to pay more to get a good example.
Chrono 24 is a good place to buy. Pay by credit card if possible as it gives you massive protection and refund options if you have a problem with the purchase.
That's only my opinion though but these are solid brands and the product that they manufacture are made to last.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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I can back up Tempvs comment about the Omega Seamaster. I wear mine since 1998. It fits a suit and casual clothes alike and is not as widley spread a some Rolex models, so it's a tad more individual in my opinion.
Most likely the best cost-benefit ratio of any purchase I ever made.
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@bubbapest Got the black face version and absolutely love it. One of my favourite purchases.
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I'd go with the Omega Speedmaster Professional. Classic watch design, interesting history, solid build quality with plenty of parts availability and qualified service professionals anywhere you go, and just a beautiful watch.
I regularly contemplate selling every other watch I own and buying one to be my one and only.
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240 on a Mario Paci.
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what do you guys think gonna get me the best bang for the buck (price limit is sth. around 3k) and where do you guys think is the best and safest way to buy 2nd hand watches in that price range?
I was going to throw the new Omega Railmaster out as another option, but according to Hodinkee it's going to be $4,900. However, it's got a completely anti-magnetic movement, and the brushed steel dial looks great.
NOMOS Glashütte do some really nice watches. Something like the Club Neomatik, which has their new, in-house movement would come in under your budget. And it's available with a bright red face.
A vintage Omega Mark XI watch would be a vintage option. They're rarer than the better known IWC, cheaper, and, at 38 mm, slightly bigger. Watches of Knightsbridge often have them in their auctions. There were two in the last sale, one sold for £5,200 with the rare, original "thin arrow" dial, the other went for £2,400. (The thin arrow means that the dial wasn't upgraded in the 1950s to a non-radioactive paint. Collectors like that.)
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That Railmaster looks lovely. is that a Toshi strap on it??
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The photo is from Hodinkee's preview, and I think that it's possibly standard fitment.
Monochrome Watches' preview has a photo on a herringbone strap, which is pretty tasty.
I agree that the new Railmaster is a lovely watch. I'm tempted myself.
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i understand the history of omega and the railmaster. but it does remind me of a 6694 rolex. and i'd love to have one of those instead..
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What a stunner! I like the mix of texture and print. Well done Omega!
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Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 116660 for James Cameron.
For such a heavy watch it is well balanced on the wrist. I love the Kawasaki green font on the dial.
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i understand the history of omega and the railmaster. but it does remind me of a 6694 rolex. and i'd love to have one of those instead..
The Rolex 6694 is a cheaper than the new Railmaster, and significantly less than the 1950s models!
Actually, the Omega RAF watch is a real bargain. It's basically the same watch as the Railmaster, but for a fraction of the price.
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hahaha. what's the going price for the railmasters? vintage or new?
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The modern, non-limited Railmaster is CHF 4,500 according to Monochrome, which is about the same in US Dollars. The limited edition "Trilogy" model is CHF 6,300, again from Monochrome.
The vintage pieces on Chrono24 start at somewhere around $15,000.
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thanks a ton for the feedback guys @Tempvs @Cole @Chris @Graeme and everyone else pm'ing me
worst thing…somebody @Snowy got me looking into buying a rolex now! fml
upped my funds a bit, so i'm waiting on some rolex feedback from you guys…btw. downloading the chrono app was not a good thing to do though. so many great watches around
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you know my thoughts. As I said, got check out tudor and rolex in person at the same time/day. I think you'll find you want a Rolex. Such an enabler ::), but yeah, think you'll find it's worth it - by far.
I agree with @Snowy here. I really like what Tudor is doing, but their watches don't feel as well made as a Rolex.
But I'd suggest going down to a local watch dealer (or ten), and seeing what you like. I find most Rolex watches a bit boring, except for the new Air King. I'd rather buy something that I want, rather than choosing a piece based on resale value.
