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08-01-2007, 01:54 AM
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Originally Posted by shutterlife,Mar 5 2007, 06:15 PM
I tried collecting watches, but then it getts to expensive. I personally wear an Omega seamaster, black on black, steal band, automatic. runs great after five years, probably have to adjust time a minute every two to three weeks. if you want the best watch that money can get (mechanical wise) get a Patek Phillip, you can find them at the south coast plaza. but good luck getting a watch, there are many too choose from. As for the new seamaster automatics, they are going to have the new coaxial movements, which bring the the price tag to around $2500-$3000. I like the new planet ocean from seamaster, but thats if you like orange on black.
It comes in 42mm or 45.5mm case, with orange or black bezel, and white or orange numbers at 12, 6, and 9. It also is available with a bracelet, rubber strap, calfskin strap, or alligator strap (but they are not easily interchangable).
I got mine from an Authorized Dealer for under $2350 in my hand. PM if you want the info.
The watch looks like so:
I like it, and my brother likes it more than his Jaeger LeCouture (which costs over 3x as much). I personally like it better than my friend's Rolex GMT Master II because it has a larger case and I like it better than all of my friend's Cartiers and Rolex Date-justs, which are not sporty watches.
A few people I know just picked up some Panerais, but that is probably a bit to expensive if you're looking for a first watch.
Good luck!
PS - I'd think twice if you're considering a Tag Heuer. I haven't talked to anyone who knows about watches who considered those a good buy.
08-01-2007, 08:50 AM
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no matter how many watches I see, I love my folex datejust oyster perpetual datejust (limited). Its not really limited, but i got a different band than the normal jubilee it comes with.
08-01-2007, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by OC S2K,Aug 1 2007, 08:53 AM
I want a simple DateJust but I chose wheels. I don't need a bling bling watch for my job like you though Stu. 
