Newbie Advice Needed!!!!!

[16vnutter]

First post on here so please be gentle!!!!
I am hitting the grand old age of 30 next month and am treating myself to my first quality watch for the occasion.

Originally I wanted brand new and had heart set on brand new Omega Speedmaster Proffesional......... Went and tried it on and loved it- looks, quality and generally everything about the watch...... However even though the watch was new there were tiny hairline scratches in the crystal which puts me off slightly about longevity even though I know these scratches can be polished out.
Whilst there my girlfriend spotted the new Omega Planet Ocean 45 with the clear back- tried this on and initially felt a little big and heavy but soon loved it- black bezel with orange detailing on face and metal bracelet......not to mention the fact that it was so chunky It felt like it it would survive a nuclear fallout!!!!

Here's where I am confused- I originally had a budget of 2k which I have stretched and can go to 3k for the right watch- this watch will be a "keeper". Which is going to stand the test of time the longest.... I am offices based do the watch isn't going to be subjected to hard life but can't help feel the speed master may wear quickly??

Also- for my budget I am able to buy pre owned- if funds would stretch new I would have a Submariner in a flash- would I be better going for a pre owned instead at this price l??


I know it's all subjective and am likely to get a flaming but it's a big decision for me and would like some friendly help and advice from other peoples experiences.

Cheers, Nick

[jonny70]

What about the Planet Ocean at £2800 , the discontinued model , A lot of people prefer it .I do.

[Jem0911]

Hi
Thats a healthy budget.
Have a look on
Chronomaster
Chrono24
Hackett
Pistonheads classifieds
For a heads up on Pre-owned.
I would always go for that option personally.

Good luck in the quest and post up your choice please.

[Shaw Tarse]

I can't see any reason you will get flamed for asking, have a look at the sites Jem0911 mentioned. My advice, for what it's worth would be don't rush into buying, have a look at what's available & try the different watches on, see which you like.
Link to ph classifieds http://beta.pistonheads.com/classifieds/non-motori...
Let's us know what you get.

Edited by Shaw Tarse on Monday 7th May 14:12

[anonymous-user]

NeMiSiS said:

I have never seen a Planet Ocean with a clear back, wHere did you view it?

The new 8500 calibre PO has a display back

[16vnutter]

Tried it in in the AD last week- latest one onto market with new movement and clear case back....
Thanks for the advice so far guys- think I will go try some more on- once settled on te right one make see the piggy bank can pay for it!
Nick

[Jaged]

I am a big fan of the new PO 8500, looks so much nicer than a sub IMHO.

So much so, I bought the model you describe recently!
6 week wait for delivery!
Certainly is a chucky ole-thing and not really been my wrist since getting it.
(even though when I picked it up I got a new Breitling Heritage on mesh out of the window at the same time! mad!)

If your in an office then the clasp can rub on the desk and it can scuff.
I've put some protection on mine now, but best to do it straight away.

I decided against previously owned earlier model, as this was the one made to order for me.

I have been reading up on Omega history and now that the 8500 is a fully "In House" movement, they are back to their own heritage.

So into Omega now, that I'm searching for a birth-date Constellation!

[Adam B]

It's a big decision
Your true desire seems to be a sub
Ergo buy a sub

http://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Rolex/Submariner/1406...

[16vnutter]

Quick update- I went today and bought a new Sub 11610LN and it is amazing!
Blew the budget from my original post but this is a keeper and from the moment it was on my wrist I just knew I had to have it.
Only problem is my Mrs has come home from work and confiscated it and hidden it away until my 30th birthday!!! Bugger!!!!
Cheers-Nick

[Adam B]

Told ya