What watch do you wear?

Cleisthenes · 23 Nov 2019 at 14:37

Amos91 said:
Dipped my toes with my first watch this week. Rang the jeweller up and collected the next day - BB58.

Very happy with it so far, lovely size to get used to as a first watch -

Very envious of that as a first watch, very nice indeed

Amos91 · 23 Nov 2019 at 15:35

Cheers all. I'm sure it will be the start of a collection but we shall see! Enjoy wearing it everyday at the moment though that's for sure.

ChrisD. · 24 Nov 2019 at 01:37

Rikki said:
The Bremonts are actually pretty good

I love my Bremont.

Richdog · 24 Nov 2019 at 06:35

Rikki said:
The Bremonts are actually pretty good, I dont own one but have a fair bit of experience with the brand - did a podcast with one of the founders too ( http://www.scottishwatches.co.uk/20...mont-watch-chat-with-co-founder-nick-english/ ) only thing is they are on the pricey side compared to what you get from Tudor / Omega but cant knock them for pushing forward.

I do think Bremont have admirable goals of bringing their watchmaking to 100% UK production, I jut think they are too expensive vs the well-established brands. Some of their watches are Oris/Omega/Rolex prices and beyond without the heritage to back it up.

Rikki · 26 Nov 2019 at 01:45

Richdog said:
I do think Bremont have admirable goals of bringing their watchmaking to 100% UK production, I jut think they are too expensive vs the well-established brands. Some of their watches are Oris/Omega/Rolex prices and beyond without the heritage to back it up.

Exactly, that Concorde one was mental ... but then again Casio just put out a titanium GSHOCK for 3x the price of the steel one

randomshenans · 27 Nov 2019 at 10:09

My birthday is coming around and normally I'm like meh, whatever, don't worry about a gift, but this year I had an idea. I never got my 30th watch, it was a "we'll sort something out next year" but it never happened and I know I have expensive tastes and holidays and family take priority but hey. This year I have setup a watch fund

so now I can, without the ear from my wife, start putting some cash together for the PAM I want. That 352 will be mine!
So for once, I'm excited about it... I'll be about 20% of the way there in the fund, so good start! 2020 might be my year to scratch the PAM itch

randomshenans · 27 Nov 2019 at 10:19

Also, does anyone have a Breitling Superocean Heritage 2? I am NOT a fan of Breitling at all. In fact, I think most of their ranges look like they come from Christmas crackers... yet, I've got this real hankering for the superocean heritage!

Someone talk me out of it...or not?

I'm selling my Oris Artix GT Chrono and thinking this would make a nice replacement for that... should I? I mean... it's just like the Black Bay I have but I don't know, something about it makes me want it

Richdog · 27 Nov 2019 at 10:43

randomshenans said:
Also, does anyone have a Breitling Superocean Heritage 2? I am NOT a fan of Breitling at all. In fact, I think most of their ranges look like they come from Christmas crackers... yet, I've got this real hankering for the superocean heritage!

Someone talk me out of it...or not?

I'm selling my Oris Artix GT Chrono and thinking this would make a nice replacement for that... should I? I mean... it's just like the Black Bay I have but I don't know, something about it makes me want it

That is one damn fine looking watch. Depends on the price though...

dowie · 27 Nov 2019 at 10:50

randomshenans said:
it's just like the Black Bay I have but I don't know, something about it makes me want it

They do look very nice, but if you've already got the rather similar Tudor then I'd perhaps look at a different style of watch.

Basher · 27 Nov 2019 at 11:36

randomshenans said:
Also, does anyone have a Breitling Superocean Heritage 2? I am NOT a fan of Breitling at all. In fact, I think most of their ranges look like they come from Christmas crackers... yet, I've got this real hankering for the superocean heritage!

Someone talk me out of it...or not?

I'm selling my Oris Artix GT Chrono and thinking this would make a nice replacement for that... should I? I mean... it's just like the Black Bay I have but I don't know, something about it makes me want it

I’ve got a heritage and whilst it’s great, I actually prefer my Hamilton which was a fraction of the price. I also get a LOT more comments with the Hamilton vs when I wear the Breitling.

randomshenans · 27 Nov 2019 at 12:21

dowie said:
They do look very nice, but if you've already got the rather similar Tudor then I'd perhaps look at a different style of watch.

I know this in my head and I love my Black Bay and won't be selling that. This is just a bit different, marginally, and no idea why I want a Breitling

I don't know what other style I'd get tbh. I'd love an IWC, it's on my "smart dress watch" list, but that's about 2+k more than the Breitling.

Basher said:
I’ve got a heritage and whilst it’s great, I actually prefer my Hamilton which was a fraction of the price. I also get a LOT more comments with the Hamilton vs when I wear the Breitling.

What's the quality and feel of it like? Not the Hamilton...

Richdog said:
That is one damn fine looking watch. Depends on the price though...

I know someone selling one, and think I could get it just over the sale price of the Oris, so about 2k.

My Chrono24 watch watch list is a mixed bag of expensive. Might have to have a mooch this afternoon and see what changes my mind.

Currently have: Tudor Prince Oyster Date 38mm, Tudor Black Bay Blue, Omega Speedmaster, Longines Master Chrono, Oris Artix GT Chrono...
I have a couple of Zeno pilots, as they're a Basel based watch and some vintage stuff, but think a dress watch a bit of a step up from the Longines might be nice. That or I've always fancied the Zenith Pilot 1903 limited edition but not sure how I'd get on with the crown.

dowie · 27 Nov 2019 at 12:24

randomshenans said:
I know this in my head and I love my Black Bay and won't be selling that. This is just a bit different, marginally, and no idea why I want a Breitling I don't know what other style I'd get tbh. I'd love an IWC, it's on my "smart dress watch" list, but that's about 2+k more than the Breitling.

If you want a smart dress watch without paying more than that Breitling then perhaps take a look at Nomos:

https://nomos-glashuette.com/en/

randomshenans · 27 Nov 2019 at 12:35

Ha funny you should say that, I have one of those on my "Watch List" as well. I like them...never pulled the trigger though as I don't think it excites me enough.

Van Diemen · 28 Nov 2019 at 13:43

Picked this up last month:

Janesy B · 28 Nov 2019 at 14:07

randomshenans said:
Also, does anyone have a Breitling Superocean Heritage 2? I am NOT a fan of Breitling at all. In fact, I think most of their ranges look like they come from Christmas crackers... yet, I've got this real hankering for the superocean heritage!

Someone talk me out of it...or not?

I'm selling my Oris Artix GT Chrono and thinking this would make a nice replacement for that... should I? I mean... it's just like the Black Bay I have but I don't know, something about it makes me want it

They're pretty big, 42mm is the smallest size and the lugs are fairly straight so unless you have wrists over 7" I wouldn't. Best to try one out though.

randomshenans · 28 Nov 2019 at 15:06

I have 7.9" wrists

(I just measured as I had no idea) so I can get away with a 44/45 easily. I have a 47mm pilot, which tbh is pretty damn hefty now, but still.

randomshenans · 28 Nov 2019 at 15:07

Van Diemen said:
Picked this up last month:

BLING CHINESE KNOCK OFF

That look lovely. I bet it wears beautifully as well.

Cleisthenes · 28 Nov 2019 at 16:23

That AP is lovely, congrats

seanyc5 · 28 Nov 2019 at 18:20

Had it nearly 12months love it. Has a few battle scars but oh well haha!

randomshenans · 28 Nov 2019 at 18:45

Great! Shows its used! Lovely watches