What watch do you wear?

IvanDobskey · 31 Jul 2023 at 15:47

Cosmic182 said:
I tend to like diver style watches best. I’ve recently got a Tudor gmt which I absolutely love. At first I was keen to get another Tudor as I really do love the brand having bought one.

I was partial towards an omega seamaster diver 300 co- axial they tend to be around this price, however I’m just not sure it “looks” like 4ks worth of Watch despite its gorgeous movement etc.

Unsure at the moment so I very much appreciated all the comments I can get

Rich

If you like a GMT and sportier looking watches, maybe take a look at the longines Zulu time? It's a little under 3k I think and is rather nice.

For straight divers around that price, I like the Tudor pelagos and as you already mentioned, the seamaster 300.

Mikey · 31 Jul 2023 at 15:49

Are you buying a watch so that it looks like a £4k watch etc? I like Tudor, my main critism for them though is they are a bit slab sided, but depends on the wrist size etc. I've got also got a Ranger and like it's simplicity, does it look like £2.5k of watch, no.

Mobius 1 · 31 Jul 2023 at 16:08

Tempted to pick up a Pelagos 39. Ugh.. I need a new watch like a need a hole in the head

Mikey · 31 Jul 2023 at 16:18

Mobius 1 said:
Tempted to pick up a Pelagos 39. Ugh.. I need a new watch like a need a hole in the head

I'm back and forth on getting one of these too.. To replace BB58, OG Pelagos and maybe Sub. My go to AD has a previously owned one in for about £3.6k I think

Mobius 1 · 31 Jul 2023 at 16:20

Mikey said:
I'm back and forth on getting one of these too.. To replace BB58, OG Pelagos and maybe Sub. My go to AD has a previously owned one in for about £3.6k I think

Got the bb58 in blue. But fancy one of these too. As the size is just right. The og pelagos feels a little big.

Mikey · 31 Jul 2023 at 16:24

It is a bit chunky, but I picked mine up cheap originally. The blue on the BB58, if it had been the same blue as the OG black bay I'd prob been more interested.

Cosmic182 · 31 Jul 2023 at 17:18

I’ve always loved the Tudor pelagos. I was previously looking at them. Current leaderboard is between a seamaster 300 and possibly a pelagos. The majority of seamasters are around 4.5k which is more than I’d like to go to (can get them under 4k but they tend to be 2019-2020 models and a bit more battered. Not really what I’m wanting.

IvanDobskey · 2 Aug 2023 at 18:15

Thought I had bought a black bay chrono for £3900 from Ernest Jones today. Unfortunately the manager blocked it at the last minute

Cleisthenes · 3 Aug 2023 at 13:57

Thought you were after a speedie for a long time, surely you could get a good one for that money?

IvanDobskey said:
Thought I had bought a black bay chrono for £3900 from Ernest Jones today. Unfortunately the manager blocked it at the last minute

Mobius 1 · 3 Aug 2023 at 16:08

IvanDobskey said:
Thought I had bought a black bay chrono for £3900 from Ernest Jones today. Unfortunately the manager blocked it at the last minute

What? Why? Edit - never mind

IvanDobskey · 3 Aug 2023 at 17:18

I do love the speedy, but it's 2k more, and that's just too much unfortunately. Love the black bay chrono too, and feel it's better value.

IvanDobskey · 3 Aug 2023 at 17:20

Mobius 1 said:
What? Why? Edit - never mind

Apparently despite it being in the shop window and not reserved, it's a waiting list only watch. So no discount allowed.

Ollie83 · 3 Aug 2023 at 19:37

New watch for my 40th incoming... Should arrive Saturday morning.

Rotty · 4 Aug 2023 at 00:44

Had a look at this, poss a little overpriced with no orig box and papers

listed as "very good" which on Chrono is "little or no signs of wear"

am I missing something re the crystal at 10 o clock?

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST.OO.A101CR.01 | Chrono24.co.uk

Find the best prices for Audemars Piguet 26470ST.OO.A101CR.01 on Chrono24.co.uk. Compare watches & purchase securely.

www.chrono24.co.uk

waiting on seller reply

Vandle · 4 Aug 2023 at 06:48

Rotty said:
Had a look at this, poss a little overpriced with no orig box and papers

listed as "very good" which on Chrono is "little or no signs of wear"

am I missing something re the crystal at 10 o clock?

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST.OO.A101CR.01 | Chrono24.co.uk

Find the best prices for Audemars Piguet 26470ST.OO.A101CR.01 on Chrono24.co.uk. Compare watches & purchase securely.

www.chrono24.co.uk

waiting on seller reply

Definite scratch. You can see it on every picture. New glass will set you back a couple of grand I'd expect.

Rotty · 4 Aug 2023 at 16:29

Vandle said:
Definite scratch. You can see it on every picture. New glass will set you back a couple of grand I'd expect.

yep so how does he describe the condition as "very good"?

Jelly4mybelly · 5 Aug 2023 at 09:21

Vandle said:
Definite scratch. You can see it on every picture. New glass will set you back a couple of grand I'd expect.

Unless an unusual shape the glass can be found for £10 once you know the size. It is not any different to any other watch glass. Finding somebody that you trust do the replacement will be another matter.

Is it a scratch or a crack though? Given that it reaches the edge of the glass.

Mobius 1 · 5 Aug 2023 at 09:58

Just placed an order for a new Seiko - from Japan.

looking forward to getting it, will post when it arrives.

Edit - £170 cheaper for the Jdm model. Bargain.

shifty_uk · 5 Aug 2023 at 10:47

Does anyone have any experience with Rotary’s Henley watches? Looking at the Seamatic or Chronograph as a budget watch I can wear as a daily. I’ve had the Seamaster on my wrist since 2016 and its been flawless but its time to get something a bit cheaper for messing about.

illuz · 5 Aug 2023 at 13:16

Ollie83 said:
Grand Seiko does nothing for me. Love Seiko watches, but their sub £500 watches are amazing and don't feel the need to add a £5k one. Omega for sure, have my eyes on the Black, Black carbon Seamaster or the Green "Seaweed" at the minute.

Go see a spring drive in person with a mirror polish.

I love mine