What watch do you wear?

Django x2 · 18 Apr 2017 at 22:59

There was a work related purchase. The people I work for, along with two other orgs could group buy one off watches with inscriptions on them. There was also a limited run group buy of the snoopy too and I opted for that.

MoDe · 20 Apr 2017 at 11:58

Been looking at getting a tudor pelagos, but would have to go down the finance route... and not sure I can afford.

Any cheaper poor man alternative suggestions?

Pocket10s · 20 Apr 2017 at 12:34

MoDe said:
Been looking at getting a tudor pelagos, but would have to go down the finance route... and not sure I can afford.

Any cheaper poor man alternative suggestions?

Check this thread - http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/pelagos-fan-too-little-spend-whats-best-homage-3019642-2.html

Or, my personal favourite: http://www.janistrading.com/subs/

Richdog · 20 Apr 2017 at 12:44

MoDe said:
Been looking at getting a tudor pelagos, but would have to go down the finance route... and not sure I can afford.

Any cheaper poor man alternative suggestions?

Can't you just keep saving? What is your current realistic budget? Without giving that info it's hard to suggest things.

BeeP · 20 Apr 2017 at 12:47

Richdog said:
Can't you just keep saving? What is your current realistic budget? Without giving that info it's hard to suggest things.

This, even if you find a cheaper option you will always want the Pelagos.....is that just me?

Pocket10s · 20 Apr 2017 at 13:19

BeeP said:
This, even if you find a cheaper option you will always want the Pelagos.....is that just me?

I would do the opposite - I dabbled for years with affordable's (Seiko SKX, Bulova, Seiko Alpinist, Orient Monarch) until I finally got my Omega Seamaster wave dial.

It made me appreciate it so much more; the tiny details, the weight, the finish, the bracelet, the click of the bezel turn - each detail is just....perfect.

I would not have that unless I had worn affordable watches; plus, the watches I bought were all excellent for the price point/in their own right.

I remember trying on a Seamaster before I bought my first Seiko, I knew it was good, but only after buying other watches I appreciate how damn good it was.

MoDe · 20 Apr 2017 at 13:21

Pocket10s said:
Check this thread - http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/pelagos-fan-too-little-spend-whats-best-homage-3019642-2.html

Or, my personal favourite: http://www.janistrading.com/subs/

Very nice. Like the modern blue!

Richdog said:
Can't you just keep saving? What is your current realistic budget? Without giving that info it's hard to suggest things.

BeeP said:
This, even if you find a cheaper option you will always want the Pelagos.....is that just me?

I'm open to the possibility of heading down the finance route, but I think you's are right... the Pelagos will always be the dream.

Time to look at the budget.

Pocket10s · 20 Apr 2017 at 13:25

MoDe said:
Very nice. Like the modern blue!

I'm open to the possibility of heading down the finance route, but I think you's are right... the Pelagos will always be the dream.

Time to look at the budget.

Never, ever buy a watch that you can't afford - even on finance. I know that sounds obvious but the amount of people with Rolex's who I know are just paying stupid amounts a month for it is silly; and it affects their daily lifestyle.

If you can afford a Pelagos - keep an eye out on Watchfinder/Watchmaster - they are pre-owned (so, cheaper) and you can purchase on finance too.

Richdog · 20 Apr 2017 at 13:45

BeeP said:
This, even if you find a cheaper option you will always want the Pelagos.....is that just me?

Having owned my blue Pelagos for a good few months now I know I would not be satisfied with anything less than a blue Pelagos. It is a thing of beauty, and the most comfortable thing I have ever worn on my wrist. Also, I never see any others when out and about.

I am now looking at buying something else for situations where blue isn't appropriate... my Hydroconquest will probably go to my dad.

MoDe · 20 Apr 2017 at 13:51

Thanks for the advice chaps. Will keep an eye out.

Ol!ver · 20 Apr 2017 at 14:16

I'm in the same situation with a Speedy Moon Watch too. Made the mistake of trying one on earlier. Now horrendously close to going back to buy it.

agnes · 20 Apr 2017 at 14:25

Anyone have any thoughts on this:

http://www.rotarywatches.com/en/the-rotary-collection/les-originales-watches/gs90136-02

Thinking of buying this as my daily watch. Sapphire glass is a must in my experience!

BeeP · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:17

Pocket10s said:
I would do the opposite - I dabbled for years with affordable's (Seiko SKX, Bulova, Seiko Alpinist, Orient Monarch) until I finally got my Omega Seamaster wave dial.

It made me appreciate it so much more; the tiny details, the weight, the finish, the bracelet, the click of the bezel turn - each detail is just....perfect.

I would not have that unless I had worn affordable watches; plus, the watches I bought were all excellent for the price point/in their own right.

I remember trying on a Seamaster before I bought my first Seiko, I knew it was good, but only after buying other watches I appreciate how damn good it was.

Oh don't get me wrong I did the exact same thing, I have always wanted a Seamaster but went for a few others before eventually deciding that the time was right (no pun intended). I bought Bulova which in itself is a really nice watch, I have Seiko and Skagen which again are really nice watches, none of them filled the want/need for the one I have always lusted after which is why I made my earlier comment. Once you have that thought in your head it will not shift until you have the one you really want, I can't speak for everyone but that is how my head works.

I would not over stretch my budget for a watch though, I would rather wait or simply not have it if I thought that it might come back to bite me.

Richdog · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:34

agnes said:
Anyone have any thoughts on this:

http://www.rotarywatches.com/en/the-rotary-collection/les-originales-watches/gs90136-02

Thinking of buying this as my daily watch. Sapphire glass is a must in my experience!

420EUR for a hideous looking, golden-detailed quartz watch from a brand of dubious quality? No thanks... I'd much prefer a Steinhart or similar.

ChrisD. · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:35

It also looks like a watch someone's grandad would wear.

agnes · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:39

Richdog said:
420EUR for a hideous looking, golden-detailed quartz watch from a brand of dubious quality? No thanks... I'd much prefer a Steinhart or similar.

I prefer the old style and smarter looking faces... Lol, I guess when someone has an opinion that isn't in line with others, it's the wrong opinion.

Not to mention, I'm not a fan of the 007 wannabe watches, as for Steinhart, first thing that slaps me in the face when I check the site is an advert 'Military 47'... I work in an office environment, customer facing and wear shirts. I don't drink my own **** in the arse end of nowhere on some survival program. And the bloody Military tripe isn't even waterproof! Come on.

Ol!ver · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:42

agnes said:
I prefer the old style and smarter looking faces... Lol, I guess when someone has an opinion that isn't in line with others, it's the wrong opinion.

Welcome to the internet!

agnes · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:45

Ol!ver said:
Welcome to the internet!

Yea haha, been here a while, I just forget the type of plebs that surf it from time to time.

Anyone have a valid reason for not going to Rotary for a watch?

Richdog · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:45

agnes said:
I prefer the old style and smarter looking faces... Lol, I guess when someone has an opinion that isn't in line with others, it's the wrong opinion.

Not to mention, I'm not a fan of the 007 wannabe watches, as for Steinhart, first thing that slaps me in the face when I check the site is an advert 'Military 47'... I work in an office environment, customer facing and wear shirts. I don't drink my own **** in the arse end of nowhere on some survival program.

No-one said your opinion was 'wrong', and you can buy what you like. It is in my eyes really, really not a classy looking watch though, and for the same money there are many better. Rotary also have a less than great reputation for quality.

agnes said:
Yea haha, been here a while, I just forget the type of plebs that surf it from time to time.

Anyone have a valid reason for not going to Rotary for a watch?

Someone is a pleb for saying a watch looks hideous? Ok, *********, you buy that gold-accented 420EUR quartz watch. I'm sure it will fit well with your tastes.

lmfy2k · 20 Apr 2017 at 15:47

still rocking Steinhart Ocean 1, cracking watch

https://www.steinhartwatches.de/en/diver-watch/ocean-vintage-military.html