Conundrum

[Iceman82]

A little help from the forum would be appreciated here.

I turn 30 this year and my lovely girlfriend is looking to buy me a watch in celebration of this event.

Now the main choice was this: http://www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk/brands/lon...

It's very similar in look to an IWC that I have always liked and having tried this Longines on I found it to be a beautiful piece.

However, today from left field this was thrown into the mix: http://www.austenjewellers.co.uk/product/pre-owned...

I have yet to try it on but through the glass it looked lovely.

I was just interested in hearing the thoughts of others and their opinions.

As a point of information I already have a black faced Omega Seamaster on a bracelet and a Speedmaster on a leather strap with deployment. It is possible the Speedmaster would be sold post new watch purchase.

Views and opinions greatly received on this one!

[wormburner]

The Longines by a mile. Gorgeous. (the watch, not you.)

[Podie]

Personally I think the Longines is a lovely looking watch, but the Rolly may well hold it's value better - depends if it's a keeper or not.

Either way, get in touch with PHer Dominic H - http://www.hackettwatches.com/ - as his prices are usually better than the high street. He also does second hand watches, so may be able to offer a better deal or some decent advice.

[PaulHogan]

The Longines every time for me. It's £1440 here: http://www.swisswatchesdirect.co.uk/swisswatches/l... if that helps...

[Iceman82]

Thanks guys, very much appreciate your input.

My inclination was for the Longines but I am always interested in hearing from those that know more than me!

It's going to be a keeper that's for sure and I shall certainly make sure to mention Dom to the gf.

Thanks again and I will ensure that a photo is posted up whenever it's received!

[daveenty]

Another vote for the Longines here as well.

Bigger, smarter (IMHO) and more to look at.

As stated, the Rolex will hold it's value, but it's still a 30 year old 36mm watch.

[jonny70]

Iceman82 said:

Now the main choice was this: http://www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk/brands/lon...

It's very similar in look to an IWC that I have always liked and having tried this Longines on I found it to be a beautiful piece.

H

Which IWC ? the Portuguese?

I would go for the Longines, it has a see-through caseback as well.The Rolex is 34mm and would be deemed quite small by comparison.

[AndrewWF]

The Longines is superbly built, and the dial is so lovely to look at:

[Iceman82]

jonny70 said:

Which IWC ? the Portuguese?

Exactly the one jonny. A beautiful watch but outside of the budget for a while.

Andrew, your photo has pretty much confirmed that the Longines is the right choice for me!

[Justayellowbadge]

If you are never going to flip it, get the one you like.

If you think you might ever want to sell, trade or upgrade, get the Rolex.

[Ikemi]

Longines

For the same price as the Rolex, you could have this rather mental, but beautiful looking Longines Master Collection Retrograde ... Note the retrograde seconds at 6 o'clock :

[ApexJimi]

Another vote for the Longines here

[jonny70]

Iceman82 said:

Exactly the one jonny. A beautiful watch but outside of the budget for a while.

Andrew, your photo has pretty much confirmed that the Longines is the right choice for me!

Will tease you;


(not my pic,Im crap at photos )

I lusted after it for 2 years and decided to just get it , rather than cheaper alternative.it was my grail and the watch I wore on my wedding, it can be worn day to day in the office and is so classy , Haven't seen a more elegant watch.If its what you really want the Longines wont be on par.

[wormburner]

Very nice, but prefer the Longines, even at the same money.

[CardShark]

Ikemi said:

Longines

For the same price as the Rolex, you could have this rather mental, but beautiful looking Longines Master Collection Retrograde ... Note the retrograde seconds at 6 o'clock :

I'd go with the Longines, here's a video of the Retrograde though. Note the second hand flicking back from 60 to 0 at around 1:40 on the vid

[RedWhiteMonkey]

jonny70 said:

Will tease you;


(not my pic,Im crap at photos )

I lusted after it for 2 years and decided to just get it , rather than cheaper alternative.it was my grail and the watch I wore on my wedding, it can be worn day to day in the office and is so classy , Haven't seen a more elegant watch.If its what you really want the Longines wont be on par.

That's beautiful, one day I will own one of those.

[ApexJimi]

I'd actually be tempted to suggest that the Longines is the better looking watch here...

[Iceman82]

Thanks again to all for your input!

In answer to JAYB's point, it will be a keeper (I hope!).

Jonny, thanks for the photo of the IWC, a beautiful piece and I am glad it's as lovely to own as it is to try on when dreaming!!

Ikemi, that retrograde is gorgeous. I may have to look at that!!

Once again, thanks to all. Input greatly appreciated and as I said above I promise to add photos as and when I get the watch (though I doubt they will be as beautiful as Andrew WF's photo!

[T22AGA]

I am lucky to have a few watches inc rolex and a nice longines see photo .......................If one had to go it would be the longines ....A Nice Rolex is a keeper

Edited by T22AGA on Monday 9th July 21:58