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Luxury time piece, help me decide.
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oldsurly



Joined: 05 Nov 2009

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 4:39 pm    Post subject: Luxury time piece, help me decide. Reply with quote

I'm currently in the market for a new watch. However, after months and months of research I still can't seem to decide which I want to invest in. I have narrowed my choices down from 100's to four, but I still can't seem to make up my mind and pull the trigger. I was wondering what ones, if any, you would choose if the opportunity presented itself. The watches I am considering are as follows.

1) Omega Seamaster Pro Black Dial (Non Bond version) Automatic
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/images2/watch_images/watches_omega_gents/07_07_05_omega_seamaster_chrono_bd_c.JPG

2) Tag Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 5 Automatic
http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/aquaracer/index.lbl

3) Longines Hydroconquest Automatic
http://www.longines.com/watches/longines-hydroconquest

4) Tudor Hydronaut Automatic
http://www.uhren-fan.de/img/articles/03.060_1.jpg

Cheers,

Oldsurly


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pkang0202



Joined: 09 Mar 2007

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 4:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just from the looks, and not knowing anything about the watches, I like #3.
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oldsurly



Joined: 05 Nov 2009

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 4:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Honestly, I am also leaning toward #3. Although it's still a hard decision. Cheers for the input.
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Italy37612



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PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 5:01 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Also, not knowing anything about watches, I like #3 the most.
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kprrok



Joined: 06 Apr 2004
Location: KC

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 5:58 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Have you actually held each watch in your hand and tried it on? How did they feel? Too heavy? Too light? Too big? Too small?

Watches really need to be seen before bought. If you haven't seen them, don't even consider buying it. If you have seen it, you should know which is the best.

To answer your question, I wouldn't buy any of those. I'm partial to Omega and Tags, but those are just too busy. They kind of look cheap to me. I love my Tissot Le Locle because it's classic and simple.
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oldsurly



Joined: 05 Nov 2009

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 6:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

kprrok, to answer your question, yes I have, hence the problem, they are all very similar in design and weight (well at least to me). I own two newer Tissots the PR50 and the PRC200 as well as some older classic watches. All great watches in their own right. I do understand how you can say that they are too busy, but I think that is the reason why I like them. I appreciate the Input.

Cheers,

Oldsurly
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Globutron



Joined: 13 Feb 2010
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 7:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

They look cheap to me, from another person who doesn't know anything about them.

Number 2 is my preferred one because it's less busy and the strap is more likely to fit my oddly shaped wrist without catching hairs all the time like loose metal straps tend to do.
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IlIlNine



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Location: Gunpo, Gyonggi, SoKo

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 8:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'd take the Longines. Tag is way overrated for the price, and Omega's just an expensive Swatch.

But honestly, I'm a bit of a watch buff and I don't like any of those either. It's about the most ripped-off watch style in history. If you want that kind of style, I'd just get the Rolex Submariner in stainless (because it's basically the style that these watches rip-off anyways... )

There are so many other watches that look much more distinctive - and, were it may laying down that kind of coin on a watch, I'd really want something that stands out.

Just the fact that you can't decide between the three here is telling.

Anyways, it's always a personal choice - good luck with your purchase!
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oldsurly



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PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 8:50 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

IlIlNine wrote:
I'd take the Longines. Tag is way overrated for the price, and Omega's just an expensive Swatch.

But honestly, I'm a bit of a watch buff and I don't like any of those either. It's about the most ripped-off watch style in history. If you want that kind of style, I'd just get the Rolex Submariner in stainless (because it's basically the style that these watches rip-off anyways... )

There are so many other watches that look much more distinctive - and, were it may laying down that kind of coin on a watch, I'd really want something that stands out.

Just the fact that you can't decide between the three here is telling.

Anyways, it's always a personal choice - good luck with your purchase!


You are absolutely right and I couldn't agree with you more. I love that style of watch and if I could realistically spend the money on the Submariner I would. Unfortunately, It's not possible. I have looked into other brands as I said. For Example: Ball, DOXA, SEIKO, Tudor, ORIS, UTS and SINN, just to name a few. The ones I have listed appeal to me the most. A second thought, Tudor. I'm adding it to my list.

Cheers,

Oldsurly
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nathanrutledge



Joined: 01 May 2008
Location: Marakesh

PostPosted: Mon Sep 13, 2010 11:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

What's the purpose of the watch? You have two chronographs and two standard watches. Personally, I have a Swatch Irony chronograph, but I like to fly airplanes and it comes in handy for just that very purpose (as well as other time/distance/fuel consumption activities). When I'm not using the chrono, I have a very simple Swiss Army watch.

Personally, I don't really like any of the watches, but I'm more of a leather strap kind of guy. The one without the metal straps came across as cheap looking to me as well.

Just my two cents.
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SeoulFinn



Joined: 27 Feb 2006
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 12:28 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

From those I'd take #3.


OT:

I'd get this one for myself, if it was: a) of a better brand, and b) kept better time (accuracy).

Vostok-Europe Gaz Limousine 14 (white)
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blackjack



Joined: 04 Jan 2006
Location: anyang

PostPosted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:21 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

http://www.watchzworld.com/seiko_coutura_sgeb76.html

This is what I have, given to me as a graduation gift 9 years ago.

I didn't like the gold finish at first but it really grew on me. i have worn it every day for 9 years and still not a scratch on the sapphire crystal and I live a very active life.

I don't like any of the ones you have posted the faces are all too busy
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Globutron



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PostPosted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 4:46 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

SeoulFinn wrote:
From those I'd take #3.


OT:

I'd get this one for myself, if it was: a) of a better brand, and b) kept better time (accuracy).

Vostok-Europe Gaz Limousine 14 (white)


Even though I'm not a watch person, If there was any I'd consider wearing it would be this. Looks awesome. Looks comfortable too. The only problem is it looks too accurate. I think my time would go much slower looking at that... 'urrrrgh, only 1/16th of a minute has past since I last looked'
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SeoulFinn



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PostPosted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 4:55 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I know exactly what you mean. V-E Gaz Limo 14 is one of the best looking watches I have ever seen, and it's affordable, too! Maybe I should just stop p*ssyfooting around and order it.
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Globutron



Joined: 13 Feb 2010
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 14, 2010 5:02 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

SeoulFinn wrote:
I know exactly what you mean. V-E Gaz Limo 14 is one of the best looking watches I have ever seen, and it's affordable, too! Maybe I should just stop p*ssyfooting around and order it.


One man's affordable is another man's house. �245!
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