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Official watch thread...... Do we have one? (1 Viewer)

Do you wear a watch?

  • Yes

    Votes: 73 60.3%

  • No

    Votes: 48 39.7%
  • Total voters
    121
I have an Oris TT2 that looks like this.  The suspension lugs are very comfortable ad the all-dial face makes it wear bigger than 40mm.  As a company, I like that they're still independent, i.e. not owned by Swatch or LVMH, and produce watches with distinctive design elements.

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All right, here's what I have.

My overall collection

Started buying automatics about 3 years ago. From left to right in above photo, which I'd also say is the order in which I like them. I try to get a variety of dial colors to match to different outfits ...

Tudor Heritage Black Bay: My most recent and largest purchase. As a USC alum, I love the burgundy bezel and crown stem. The chocolate brown dial is deep and different. The domed sapphire crystal adds some cool angled viewing as illustrated in this photo. The case, bracelet and dial feel and look like the quality of a more expensive watch, but the standard movement keeps the price down.

Stowa Marine Automatic: I appreciate the clean dial of this watch. The silver dial looks subdued indoors but gorgeous under natural sunlight. Tempered blue hands. The display caseback is the nicest of any of my watches due to the details added such as blued screws. It's the most comfortable of my watches and I love wearing it. This, the Black Bay and the blue Orient below get by far the most wrist time.

Oris Artelier Date: My first automatic watch. I went in to buy a Hamilton, put this one on comparatively and it felt like such higher quality that paid twice as much to get it. The dial is clean yet eye-catching with its two tones and black guilloche center. Feels great on the wrist, and the bracelet is higher quality than any other I've seen on a watch around $1k. As a dressier watch with colors that aren't prominent in my wardrobe, I don't wear it enough.

Seiko SARB017 Alpinist: @Eephus mentioned this earlier. Have to buy direct from Japan. One of the top 2-3 green dials out there. Hated the cheap strap it came on so bought this overpriced Seiko bracelet for it.

Graf Zeppelin Hindenburg LZ 129 7060-4: This unique dial caught my eye. It's busy but not cluttered. The displayed functions bring out the aviation theme reminiscent of an instrument panel, and I like that they are actually useful to me with the power reserve and 24-hour sub-dial for when setting the watch. Nothing is wasted. Love the colors with the cream dial, silver sub-dial, black hands and numbers, then a splash of red. The metallic sphere at the bottom gives it an antique look that also fits the Zeppelin theme.

Orient Blue Mako: This has been my beater watch and it was the second one I got after the Oris, so it has gotten the most wear. Really a solid feeling watch. The bracelet is so much better than my other Orient. Planning to upgrade to the Mako USA model soon now that they are being discounted. I think it's the best watch for under $200, and one I'd recommend everyone get.

Orient Red Marshall: This satisfied my burgundy craving before I got the Tudor. The watch itself doesn't have the quality feel of my other Orient, the Mako. The rotor is loud. The bracelet it comes on is awful. But the dial color is cool, and just what I was looking for. I never used the bracelet, instead getting this oxblood strap custom made by steveostraps that really elevated the watch for me. Might get rid of this one soon since the Tudor has taken its wrist time.

Here is my display/winder setup with the Wolf Meridian Triple Winder stacked on top of the companion Wolf Meridian watch box. The photo is pre-Tudor, which I've had to put in the box because it is too bulky for the winder. It's all bracelets on winders and straps in the box because the straps don't fit well on the winder pads. But I think it's a great looking watch box/winder pairing that's a display piece in itself.

 
Like that Tudor, nice looking watch.

Oris makes a nice piece for a very fair price.

Ive got a Tag too Offdee... http://i.imgur.com/5dWpk6u.jpg... I've got it with the rubber strap, most comfortable thing in the world, sometimes I'll fall asleep with it on without realizing, had it on all day today. Some people will talk poorly about Tag, which always gives me a laugh. I bought my Tag and Breitling within 6 months of each other in 2007-2008. The Breitling started keeping bad time in 2012 and needed a service. The Tag, still never serviced, still keeping accurate time +/- 5 seconds a day, over 8 years later, quality watch, enjoy.

 
I already posted what I have. Since I'm bored and in an effort to revive this thread, I thought I'd post what I want. Here's my three grails at the moment. I've gotten to see and try on all these watches in person.

Rolex Milgauss -- This one was mentioned earlier by fantasycurse42. To me, it's a Rolex that seems modern and edgy rather than old and stodgy. Some people don't like the lightning bolt, but I think it fits the theme of the watch as anti-magnetic. 

Glashutte Original Panomatic Lunar -- Such a different yet clean design. The case is a little thick when I tried it on, but it still felt OK on the wrist. I think it has the most beautiful, ornate displayed movement of any watch you can get for under $10k.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Calendar Meteorite -- I used to want a JLC Master Ultra Thin Moon, but the dial on this special edition meteorite version really stood out to me in store.

 
Shrugs said:
I already posted what I have. Since I'm bored and in an effort to revive this thread, I thought I'd post what I want. Here's my three grails at the moment. I've gotten to see and try on all these watches in person.

Rolex Milgauss -- This one was mentioned earlier by fantasycurse42. To me, it's a Rolex that seems modern and edgy rather than old and stodgy. Some people don't like the lightning bolt, but I think it fits the theme of the watch as anti-magnetic. 

Glashutte Original Panomatic Lunar -- Such a different yet clean design. The case is a little thick when I tried it on, but it still felt OK on the wrist. I think it has the most beautiful, ornate displayed movement of any watch you can get for under $10k.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Calendar Meteorite -- I used to want a JLC Master Ultra Thin Moon, but the dial on this special edition meteorite version really stood out to me in store.
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If I'm getting a Rolex I'm sure not getting one with a lightning bolt.  Not my cup of tea.

The Glashutte is a sharp looking piece though.

 
I decided to get myself a mid range luxury watch with my annual bonus this year and picked up an Oris Artix Complication Moonphase. I'm loving it so far and already received a few compliments. 

For those who were likely originally like me and had a few or many fashion level watches and upgraded eventually, how did you resell those if you have done so? I've had a few I've been meaning to sell for a while and especially now that I got the Oris. 

 
Have a Nomos which I would call my first really nice watch. Looking to expand but just getting started on this. 

 
Watchbuys just finished their seasonal roadshow, I think. They are a very good dealer of mid range quality watches. I went to their Chicago showing a year or so ago and loved their curated selection. 

 
EYLive said:
I inherited an old Omega Seamaster from my dad. He wore it everyday for like 40 years or something. It's a windup, but I don't know how to adjust the date. Do I need to keep turning the hands until the dates change one day at a time?
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Probably not.  The crown will generally pull out farther from where you can adjust the time.  Rotating it from there will change the date.  I've never seen a Seamaster IRL though.  

 
My day to day watch is a Citizen Eco-drive skyhawk, blue angels edition with titanium band.  Have a few others at home that rotate in and out, including a very nice Hamilton watch my father got me for my 30th birthday, my grandfather's watch, and a few others.  On occasion I wear a fake Breitling I purchased from a guy with a roadside stand in St. Thomas years ago.  Knowing it was obviously fake, but joking with the guy I asked how he could sell Breitlings for $100 - his response while motioning to his 3'x6' table, "no overhead, mon!!"

 
chet said:
Probably not.  The crown will generally pull out farther from where you can adjust the time.  Rotating it from there will change the date.  I've never seen a Seamaster IRL though.  
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I've tried pulling the crown beyond the first "click", no luck. I'm going to try the back and forth at midnight trick and see if that works.

 
 
my wife bought me this watch (used, but in good shape) on our anniversary last year: Omega Seamaster.  I've worn it pretty much every  week-day since then.  Love it.  It's a good size and a bit heavy.  love the 48 hour power reserve - I can not wear it almost all weekend, give it a quick wind on Saturday night and it will still be keeping the correct time Monday morning.  It's a simple, clean face, easy to read, no complications to distract when I glance at my wrist.

What are your thoughts on putting this on a NATO type strap?

 
EYLive said:
I've tried pulling the crown beyond the first "click", no luck. I'm going to try the back and forth at midnight trick and see if that works.
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Be careful when you do this on an old watch.  Crown stems can be delicate to torque especially if you're reversing directions.  Try to avoid the tendency to do this quickly; rotate the crown slowly with a definite stop before reversing.

 
moleculo said:
my wife bought me this watch (used, but in good shape) on our anniversary last year: Omega Seamaster.  I've worn it pretty much every  week-day since then.  Love it.  It's a good size and a bit heavy.  love the 48 hour power reserve - I can not wear it almost all weekend, give it a quick wind on Saturday night and it will still be keeping the correct time Monday morning.  It's a simple, clean face, easy to read, no complications to distract when I glance at my wrist.

What are your thoughts on putting this on a NATO type strap?
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NATO straps are great.   They're light, comfortable and easy to swap.  They come in three or five ring models.  007 switched back to wearing one in Spectre for the first time since it featured prominently in the pre-credits sequence of Goldfinger.

A nice Horween leather strap like this is another good change of pace from a bracelet.  I bought a cheap one last year from http://www.lakehouseleathers.com but there are a bunch of others selling similar items.

 
ragincajun said:
Damn I am getting the itch again....
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You pull the trigger. I'm getting it bad lately, looking to get rid of a rubber band watch and replace with another.

Here is what I'm eyeing

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches/seamaster/planet-ocean-600m/the-collection/product/

Black/Orange w/ rubber band

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/superocean-heritage/superocean-heritage-ii-chronographe/versions/

Any of the 1st 3, but not stainless steel, rubber band as well

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/avenger/super-avenger-ii/

Black with the white chronograph, rubber band

 
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fantasycurse42 said:
You pull the trigger. I'm getting it bad lately, looking to get rid of a rubber band watch and replace with another.

Here is what I'm eyeing

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches/seamaster/planet-ocean-600m/the-collection/product/

Black/Orange w/ rubber band

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/superocean-heritage/superocean-heritage-ii-chronographe/versions/

Any of the 1st 3, but not stainless steel, rubber band as well

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/avenger/super-avenger-ii/

Black with the white chronograph, rubber band
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Like the Omega but I have never been a  fan of Breitlings.  

 
I'm not a fan of dive watches. Omega makes great watches. Great looking ones too. For me, however, this is not one of them. 

 
I like that Omega, but I'm not in love with it. I located a good deal on it which is leaning me towards it, but I'm not 100%

The SuperOcean is a little big/heavy for what I'm looking for. I'm up in the air on the Avenger ii.

I left work for like 3 hours today to look at watches. Today I hit Tourneau, Breitling, & Omega. I might just wander through 47th St to try and find something I liked priced aggressively.

Who would actually buy at any of the places I visited today? Like why would you buy something from a place that doesn't discount. How does Tourneau stay in business? I understand the flagship stores are there to be there for the presence and not the sales, but Tourneau?

 
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fantasycurse42 said:
You pull the trigger. I'm getting it bad lately, looking to get rid of a rubber band watch and replace with another.

Here is what I'm eyeing

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches/seamaster/planet-ocean-600m/the-collection/product/

Black/Orange w/ rubber band

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/superocean-heritage/superocean-heritage-ii-chronographe/versions/

Any of the 1st 3, but not stainless steel, rubber band as well

https://www.breitling.com/en/models/avenger/super-avenger-ii/

Black with the white chronograph, rubber band
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Almost did a week ago.  Turned 40 and stood at the entrance to the watch shop.  I didn't go in. :sadbanana:

 
fantasycurse42 said:
I like that Omega, but I'm not in love with it. I located a good deal on it which is leaning me towards it, but I'm not 100%

The SuperOcean is a little big/heavy for what I'm looking for. I'm up in the air on the Avenger ii.

I left work for like 3 hours today to look at watches. Today I hit Tourneau, Breitling, & Omega. I might just wander through 47th St to try and find something I liked priced aggressively.

Who would actually buy at any of the places I visited today? Like why would you buy something from a place that doesn't discount. How does Tourneau stay in business? I understand the flagship stores are there to be there for the presence and not the sales, but Tourneau?
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I wonder the same thing.   I can buy an Omega on the grey market for a good bit cheaper.  I would love to find one of the snoopy speedmasters, but they are a nice chunk of change for a watch with a snoopy on it.

 
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Ron Swanson said:
Love that Omega.  I'd put it on a nice Zulu strap
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something a bit less orange

ETA:  I would rather buy it on a bracelet because I'd tire of that orange edged sailcloth or Kevlar strap.  Omega bracelets are expensive and rarely discounted.  The best time to buy one is when it's attached to a watch.

 
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fantasycurse42 said:
Here is a better shot of the Omega - https://www.omegawatches.com/images/Watches/Product_Presentation/Seamaster/Planet_Ocean_MasterChronometer/SE_PlanetOcean_21532465101001_VueC_large.jpg

I'd be using it for weekend stuff, casual non-dressy stuff, around the neighborhood, out with the kids... I like the orange, but IDK.

Any watch guys have any thoughts on this one?
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As a person that has been in the jewelry and watch trade for over 24 years--I can tell you that Omegas are fantastic watches.  I own several Omegas--and my current day to day beat around watch is a stainless steel automatic Seamaster chronograph with a blue dial.  I also recently acquired a "Dark Side of the Moon"  Speedmaster--but I ended up selling it off of my wrist to a great client of mine as he didn't want to wait a few days for me to order him a new one.   In regards to the Planet Ocean--it is a great series.  It features the proprietary Co-Axial automatic movement.  It is lubricated with synthetic oil so it doesn't need to be serviced as frequently as most automatic watches.  Co-axial movements are also designed to be more frictionless--so they are very accurate and very efficient.  With Omega--I can tell you that they are fantastic watches in regards  to construction and mechanical quality.   The styling is subjective to the user--so that is something that is completely up to you.   In regards to re-sale value--neither Omega or Breitling are currently great (as the current market is very Rolex and Patek centric)--so I'd call them fairly even in that respect.  I do agree with the poster that said that if you go for an Omega--you should purchase it with a bracelet on it.  There is virtually no discount on Omega bracelets--and while you can find nice affordable aftermarket straps to fit on an Omega--there really is no good factory quality aftermarket bracelet that you can get.  

In regards to the Breitling--they are too nice watches. Their aviation rich heritage is really cool and their watches tend to be bigger and bulkier. I believe the Super Avenger II is a 48mm watch--and it features what they are calling their BR 13 movement.  This movement is basically based off a valjoux 7750--which is a solid workhorse movement.   My only hesitation with Breitling at this moment in time is that they are under new ownership.  They recently sold to a venture capital group.  Because of this--you can find some of their timepieces available at aggressive discounts on the gray market.  I personally slightly prefer Omega to Breitlng--but both brands are similar in regards to their quality and construction. 

In regards to your question about why anybody would purchase a watch from a place like Tourneau because of their lack of discounting--I can tell you that the fault is not that of Tourneau.  Much of the public is unaware that when you become an authorized dealer for a major watch brand--that you do have several contractual obligations. You are subject to minimum opening orders, minimum annual commitments, some brands require annual advertising and marketing budgets, and almost every significant brand disallows discounting.  The major watch companies feel like their authorized dealers offering discounts on their watches cheapens the brand and erodes their desirability.  Tourneau doesn't give discounts because they are contractually obligated to not give them--not because they are choosing to be snooty.  This is why most major brands don't refer to watches coming from unauthorized dealers as being "grey market"--instead they give them more dramatic titles--such as "watches of unknown origin".  Grey market watches do not come with factory warranties and are technically pre-owned watches that happen to be in brand new condition.  The reason for this is because in the world of watches--a watch can technically only be new once. This "once" is the moment when the watch is sold from an authorized agent of that brand to a consumer.  If that consumer happens to be a grey market broker--the result is still the same. The moment that broker purchases the watch--it is no longer "technically brand new"--rather it is a "pre-owned watch that is in new condition".  Secondly--because most watch brands do not offer transferable warranties--this explains why most grey market dealers do not offer factory warranties.  This is why you cannot compare prices of grey market watches to watches from authorized dealers. A watch from an authorized dealer will come with a factory warranty and a proven provenance.  When you buy a grey market watch--you could be purchasing a European or Asian model-where a US broker went on an international shopping spree to take advantage of a strong dollar.  These are factors that can effect the resale value of your watch down the road.  The people that purchase a watch from a place like Tourneau are essentially willing to pay full price for the advantage of these perks.  I apologize for the length of this post--but I hope that a few people find it informative and helpful.  

 
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jvdesigns2002 said:
As a person that has been in the jewelry and watch trade for over 24 years--I can tell you that Omegas are fantastic watches.  I own several Omegas--and my current day to day beat around watch is a stainless steel automatic Seamaster chronograph with a blue dial.  I also recently acquired a "Dark Side of the Moon"  Speedmaster--but I ended up selling it off of my wrist to a great client of mine as he didn't want to wait a few days for me to order him a new one.   In regards to the Planet Ocean--it is a great series.  It features the proprietary Co-Axial automatic movement.  It is lubricated with synthetic oil so it doesn't need to be serviced as frequently as most automatic watches.  Co-axial movements are also designed to be more frictionless--so they are very accurate and very efficient.  With Omega--I can tell you that they are fantastic watches in regards  to construction and mechanical quality.   The styling is subjective to the user--so that is something that is completely up to you.   In regards to re-sale value--neither Omega or Breitling are currently great (as the current market is very Rolex and Patek centric)--so I'd call them fairly even in that respect.  I do agree with the poster that said that if you go for an Omega--you should purchase it with a bracelet on it.  There is virtually no discount on Omega bracelets--and while you can find nice affordable aftermarket straps to fit on an Omega--there really is no good factory quality aftermarket bracelet that you can get.  

In regards to the Breitling--they are too nice watches. Their aviation rich heritage is really cool and their watches tend to be bigger and bulkier. I believe the Super Avenger II is a 48mm watch--and it features what they are calling their BR 13 movement.  This movement is basically based off a valjoux 7750--which is a solid workhorse movement.   My only hesitation with Breitling at this moment in time is that they are under new ownership.  They recently sold to a venture capital group.  Because of this--you can find some of their timepieces available at aggressive discounts on the gray market.  I personally slightly prefer Omega to Breitlng--but both brands are similar in regards to their quality and construction. 

In regards to your question about why anybody would purchase a watch from a place like Tourneau because of their lack of discounting--I can tell you that the fault is not that of Tourneau.  Much of the public is unaware that when you become an authorized dealer for a major watch brand--that you do have several contractual obligations. You are subject to minimum opening orders, minimum annual commitments, some brands require annual advertising and marketing budgets, and almost every significant brand disallows discounting.  The major watch companies feel like their authorized dealers offering discounts on their watches cheapens the brand and erodes their desirability.  Tourneau doesn't give discounts because they are contractually obligated to not give them--not because they are choosing to be snooty.  This is why most major brands don't refer to watches coming from unauthorized dealers as being "grey market"--instead they give them more dramatic titles--such as "watches of unknown origin".  Grey market watches do not come with factory warranties and are technically pre-owned watches that happen to be in brand new condition.  The reason for this is because in the world of watches--a watch can technically only be new once. This "once" is the moment when the watch is sold from an authorized agent of that brand to a consumer.  If that consumer happens to be a grey market broker--the result is still the same. The moment that broker purchases the watch--it is no longer "technically brand new"--rather it is a "pre-owned watch that is in new condition".  Secondly--because most watch brands do not offer transferable warranties--this explains why most grey market dealers do not offer factory warranties.  This is why you cannot compare prices of grey market watches to watches from authorized dealers. A watch from an authorized dealer will come with a factory warranty and a proven provenance.  When you buy a grey market watch--you could be purchasing a European or Asian model-where a US broker went on an international shopping spree to take advantage of a strong dollar.  These are factors that can effect the resale value of your watch down the road.  The people that purchase a watch from a place like Tourneau are essentially willing to pay full price for the advantage of these perks.  I apologize for the length of this post--but I hope that a few people find it informative and helpful.  
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Great post, I did not know all these details but always knew when purchasing on grey market you don't have the warranty.  One of these days I plan to get myself a Patek Calatrava (which I think is the quintessential dress watch) and if making a purchase of that significance I think I would go to an authorized dealer.  My other watches I have either purchased on grey market or directly from the manufacturer (my nomos).

 
Redwes25 said:
Great post, I did not know all these details but always knew when purchasing on grey market you don't have the warranty.  One of these days I plan to get myself a Patek Calatrava (which I think is the quintessential dress watch) and if making a purchase of that significance I think I would go to an authorized dealer.  My other watches I have either purchased on grey market or directly from the manufacturer (my nomos).
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Thank you for words about my post. I'm glad you found it informative.   You certainly seem to have a wonderful and sophisticated taste in watches.  In my opinion Patek is the top of the timepiece food chain when it comes to timelessness and quality.  Their elegance is perfectly understated and their attention to detail in every aspect is impeccable.  Every piece they make is fully archived and they truly treat each of their timepieces as if they are museum pieces.  Even their movement screws often have several finishes--brushing/polishing/beveled edges. Etc.  I certainly hope that you get your Calatrava soon--and I do think that getting a Patek from an authorized dealer is a sound decision. While most people that get Pateks don't end up selling them (as most Pateks end up becomming family heirlooms)---if you ever decided to sell or trade in a Patek--most buyers will most likely be collectors that will want provenance that it came from an authorized dealer.   If and when you get it--make sure you keep everything--from the box/papers--to even the hang tags --because a fully "complete" Patek will always hold more value than an incomplete one. 

Nomos is a small but fantastic smaller brand. Very clean styling and very innovative design when it comes to their movements.  I like how most of their watches are not super thick--and their dials are understated and nice.  Definitely one of the nicer "boutique" brands in my opinion.   About a year ago--I did have a slight back and forth with one of the top execs at Nomos (his name is actually Merlin--no joke) about a warranty issue with them that one of my customers was having with a watch that he had purchased from an authorized dealer in Europe.  After a couple emails--he ended up agreeing to fix the watch--and it was really cool actually getting to know him through that unusual circumstance.  He really takes pride in the quality of their timepieces--which is a very nice thing to see in a smaller brand.  

 
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jvdesigns2002 said:
Thank you for words about my post. I'm glad you found it informative.   You certainly seem to have a wonderful and sophisticated taste in watches.  In my opinion Patek is the top of the timepiece food chain when it comes to timelessness and quality.  Their elegance is perfectly understated and their attention to detail in every aspect is impeccable.  Every piece they make is fully archived and they truly treat each of their timepieces as if they are museum pieces.  Even their movement screws often have several finishes--brushing/polishing/beveled edges. Etc.  I certainly hope that you get your Calatrava soon--and I do think that getting a Patek from an authorized dealer is a sound decision. While most people that get Pateks don't end up selling them (as most Pateks end up becomming family heirlooms)---if you ever decided to sell or trade in a Patek--most buyers will most likely be collectors that will want provenance that it came from an authorized dealer.   If and when you get it--make sure you keep everything--from the box/papers--to even the hang tags --because a fully "complete" Patek will always hold more value than an incomplete one. 

Nomos is a small but fantastic smaller brand. Very clean styling and very innovative design when it comes to their movements.  I like how most of their watches are not super thick--and their dials are understated and nice.  Definitely one of the nicer "boutique" brands in my opinion.   About a year ago--I did have a slight back and forth with one of the top execs at Nomos (his name is actually Merlin--no joke) about a warranty issue with them that one of my customers was having with a watch that he had purchased from an authorized dealer in Europe.  After a couple emails--he ended up agreeing to fix the watch--and it was really cool actually getting to know him through that unusual circumstance.  He really takes pride in the quality of their timepieces--which is a very nice thing to see in a smaller brand.  
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There is a first time for everything.

 
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fantasycurse42 said:
Here is a better shot of the Omega - https://www.omegawatches.com/images/Watches/Product_Presentation/Seamaster/Planet_Ocean_MasterChronometer/SE_PlanetOcean_21532465101001_VueC_large.jpg

I'd be using it for weekend stuff, casual non-dressy stuff, around the neighborhood, out with the kids... I like the orange, but IDK.

Any watch guys have any thoughts on this one?
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OMEGA PLANET OCEAN 600m 45.5mm 2908.50.38 Mens Watch

https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?share_fid=13788&share_tid=4414098&url=http%3A%2F%2Fforums.watchuseek.com%2Fshowthread.php%3Ft%3D4414098&share_type=t

 
Anyone familiar with Bovet? I was not, but I wandered up to 47th Street and was doing some window shopping, this watch caught my eye in the window:

http://www.bovet.com/timepiece/bovet-by-pininfarina-cambiano-chpin002/

I'm interested and the guy is offering an aggressive price, but I'm scared it'll have no resale value. Company has been around for a long time, makes great looking watches, and has watches that cost into the $100's of thousands. 

Thoughts on the one above? Really weird placement of the crown, but that is because the straps come off and it can be used as a pocketwatch too, although I would never do that. 

Def going to end up picking up something soon, I've got the itch and I can't stop scratching :kicksrock:

 
I'm not digging the lugs and the squiggly chrono hand on that Bovet.  The former seems like it would make it hard to swap straps.  As you mentioned, resale value is a concern since they're not a mainstream brand.  On the plus side, you probably will never run into anybody wearing the same watch.  I wouldn't put too much weight on the brand's history; the industry buys and sells names like crazy.  Outside of a handful of brands that have remained in the same hands since day one (e.g. Rolex, PP, Seiko), heritage is just advertising copy.

It looks like they're collaborating with the Italian design firm Pininfarina, who has done industrial design for everything from Ferraris to computer peripherals.  My first "real" watch was an Eterna Pininfarina diver made in the mid-90s right before Eterna entered into partnership with Porsche Design.  It looks like this but it's currently on a Kevlar strap.

 
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