What watch do you wear?

[photoshop]

Have you looked at the Super Ocean Heritage? They are very different to all the other Breitling watches, hence why I like them. Got a black one on my Wishlist.

Looked at those but not really my type.

Honestly your post tells us nothing. What budget? What size? DO you have absolutely no preferences?

Budget is £4-5k
Size around 41mm

The only watch which i think looks okay is the new Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 Black Dial but im not too sure about it. It looks like it has two bezels.

 

[mrk]

The new Longines Legend diver? It's different, and has some history to the aesthetic too.


Also, quick SoTC

 

[photoshop]

The new Longines Legend diver? It's different, and has some history to the aesthetic too.

It reminds me of the Tudor Ranger with that hour hand :/

 

[mrk]

Hmm this cannot be unseen now

 

[mattx4]

dive watch would be the BP Fifty Fathoms but at £13,000 it ain't going to happen!

Have you looked at the rado Captain cook similar look to the fifty fathoms but about 20% of the cost

 

[photoshop]

Have you looked at the rado Captain cook similar look to the fifty fathoms but about 20% of the cost

Yes, have looked at that but not my type.

I kind of rather like the Seiko SPB143J1 Black dial. The simplicity appeals to me

 

[mattx4]

Yes, have looked at that but not my type.

I kind of rather like the Seiko SPB143J1 Black dial. The simplicity appeals to me

I do like that, have you also looked a Grand Seiko the SBGA229 and SBGX335 are similar to that

 

[photoshop]

I do like that, have you also looked a Grand Seiko the SBGA229 is similar

That GS is out of my price change sadly.
The SBGA229 is the one I was referring to above. Really nice looking watch

 

[lsg1r]

Depending on your budget, Oris and Longines have quite a few decent dive watches to choose from that are premium watches, with a much more palatable price than the likes of Omega, Tudor, Breitling etc.

Oris would have been my first thoughts too, you've got 2 quite distinct styles in the aquis and the 65.

If you like the idea of the Longines Legend Diver, Alpina do a seastrong diver heritage with a similar design and imo less 'tudor ranger' vibe lol

Also what about doxa, you want a dive watch, that's basically all they do lol

 

[IvanDobskey]

I got the twitch for a new watch.
Having two chronographs already I fancy a dive watch for some variety.

Can't really decide what to go for...Seamster is a no go as I hate the helium escape valve, BB58 I find too boring, can't really see anything pleasing from Breitling....doesn't really leave much. Dream dive watch would be the BP Fifty Fathoms but at £13,000 it ain't going to happen!

Lots of great dive watches to choose from

Maybe look at the Tudor Pelagos? Or maybe the longines Zulu time? I know it's not a diver, but it has a similar aesthetic and is a fantastic watch.

 

[Kill_Phil]

@photoshop have you looked at christopher ward? a lot of watch for the money. I've been super impressed anyhow

 

[roboamigo]

The new Longines Legend diver? It's different, and has some history to the aesthetic too.


Also, quick SoTC

@mrk what watch box is that? It's literally exactly what Im after! Great collection.

@photoshop I would suggest an Omega Seamaster 300 Diver, its what I went for in a similar situation. I tried on Tudors, Breitling, all sorts. Nothing compared to the Omega, but its a big boy!

EDIT: Also seen you mention the SPB143, I have one of those as well, absolutely great watches. The reason I didn't get a BB58 was because I couldn't see the real jump between it and the SPB143, for the price. Would 100% recommend, they work well with any straps, great size.

 

[Will Gill]

Bit of fun:

 

[Bazzards]

Snap..

 

[Kelt]

Snap..

Gets binoculars out...

 

[djcj]

What model of Casioak is that? I quite like the colour combo between blue strap and metal case.

 

[dlockers]

Any chance of a blurrier photo Will?

 

[peterwalkley]

@photoshop have you looked at christopher ward? a lot of watch for the money. I've been super impressed anyhow

CW are like DFS, nobody sensible buys except when there is a sale.

 

[Derek W]

@mrk what watch box is that? It's literally exactly what Im after! Great collection.

If I remember when he first posted it I think it's this box

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Slot-Leather-Watch-Valet-Drawer/dp/B087NJ5V1G/ref=mp_s_a_1_9_sspa?crid=2WLIJ3T8IBCGF&keywords=rothwell%2Bwatch%2Bbox&qid=1667044015&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjYwIiwicXNhIjoiNC4zOSIsInFzcCI6IjMuNjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=rothwell%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-9-spons&psc=1&th=1

 

[Kill_Phil]

CW are like DFS, nobody sensible buys except when there is a sale.

True! Got my aquitaine in the sale but even some of the trident range are good value.