'Third world' watch problems...
Discussion
So, earlier this year, I thought I'd completed my watch collection:
1. 25-year old Klaus Kobec - crappy, but reasonably nice looking watch, ideal for holiday use and / or drinking nights!
2. Omega Seamaster Diver 300m (blue)
3. Tudor Pelagos (Black)
4. Breitling Montbrilliant (2000)
5. Longiness Master Collection (moonphase Chronograph)
6. IWC Portugieser Chronograph (black)
7. Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR (Batman)
Most of the watches I wear interchangeably for work / social use, with the KK as a last resort. However, this watch is now no longer functioning fully (it does still tell the time!) and gets misted up in hot weather, so while I lie here enjoying the sun and relaxing, I'm thinking about a replacement and wanted the PH experts to come up with some suggestions.
The replacement can be anything from £100 to £5,000 (i.e. Price not important, but not an unlimited budget!) on the condition that it doesn't duplicate a manufacturer I already own. I'm also not bothered about 'investment' potential, it's a watch to be worn and one that I don't plan to sell, but if it retains its value fairly well that's a bonus.
Bremont is one brand that I've seen that has some nice looking watches, the question is what would you recommend and why?!
Over to you...
1. 25-year old Klaus Kobec - crappy, but reasonably nice looking watch, ideal for holiday use and / or drinking nights!
2. Omega Seamaster Diver 300m (blue)
3. Tudor Pelagos (Black)
4. Breitling Montbrilliant (2000)
5. Longiness Master Collection (moonphase Chronograph)
6. IWC Portugieser Chronograph (black)
7. Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR (Batman)
Most of the watches I wear interchangeably for work / social use, with the KK as a last resort. However, this watch is now no longer functioning fully (it does still tell the time!) and gets misted up in hot weather, so while I lie here enjoying the sun and relaxing, I'm thinking about a replacement and wanted the PH experts to come up with some suggestions.
The replacement can be anything from £100 to £5,000 (i.e. Price not important, but not an unlimited budget!) on the condition that it doesn't duplicate a manufacturer I already own. I'm also not bothered about 'investment' potential, it's a watch to be worn and one that I don't plan to sell, but if it retains its value fairly well that's a bonus.
Bremont is one brand that I've seen that has some nice looking watches, the question is what would you recommend and why?!
Over to you...
Hi
I have a couple of the watches you have but I also have a Bremont MB2 (anthracite version) it's got a few interesting bits in it (Faraday cage, shock absorbtion, interesting internal rotatable bezel, day/date, looks good on different straps, really good quality, very hard wearing (hardened steel case),don't see loads around and because of that can be worn all over the place without putting anyone's eyes on stalks!
Alt1C P/W is really nice as is the new S301
I have a couple of the watches you have but I also have a Bremont MB2 (anthracite version) it's got a few interesting bits in it (Faraday cage, shock absorbtion, interesting internal rotatable bezel, day/date, looks good on different straps, really good quality, very hard wearing (hardened steel case),don't see loads around and because of that can be worn all over the place without putting anyone's eyes on stalks!
Alt1C P/W is really nice as is the new S301
Edited by don logan on Wednesday 23 August 18:50
nikaiyo2 said:
Bell & Ross, a bit different to anything else in your collection. The quality of the cases and finishing is very very good.
Their classic model BR01/03
Or the new vintage chronograph are really nice
Thanks - I did look at these a while back - it would definitely be something like the former, rather than the latter, of the two you posted!Their classic model BR01/03
Or the new vintage chronograph are really nice
don logan said:
Hi
I have a couple of the watches you have but I also have a Bremont MB2 (anthracite version) it's got a few interesting bits in it (Faraday cage, shock absorbtion, interesting internal rotatable bezel, day/date, looks good on different straps, really good quality, very hard wearing (hardened steel case),don't see loads around and because of that can be worn all over the place without putting anyone's eyes on stalks!
Alt1C P/W is really nice as is the new S301
I'll take a closer look - many thanks for the suggestion!I have a couple of the watches you have but I also have a Bremont MB2 (anthracite version) it's got a few interesting bits in it (Faraday cage, shock absorbtion, interesting internal rotatable bezel, day/date, looks good on different straps, really good quality, very hard wearing (hardened steel case),don't see loads around and because of that can be worn all over the place without putting anyone's eyes on stalks!
Alt1C P/W is really nice as is the new S301
Someone on here recommended one of these recently on the forum and I'd never heard of them. given your liking for chronos would make an interesting choice for a daily, nice story behind them. I would certainly consider one if I didn't have an aversion to arrow hands.
http://www.classicchronographs.co.uk/home/field-en...
http://www.classicchronographs.co.uk/home/field-en...
nikaiyo2 said:
Bell & Ross, a bit different to anything else in your collection. The quality of the cases and finishing is very very good.
Their classic model BR01/03, the ceramic cases are great
I think 42mm is more my size, like this one:Their classic model BR01/03, the ceramic cases are great
https://www.bellross.com/our-collections/Instrumen...
Speed 3 said:
Someone on here recommended one of these recently on the forum and I'd never heard of them. given your liking for chronos would make an interesting choice for a daily, nice story behind them. I would certainly consider one if I didn't have an aversion to arrow hands.
http://www.classicchronographs.co.uk/home/field-en...
Thanks - I think I'm looking for something a bit more different to what I've already got!http://www.classicchronographs.co.uk/home/field-en...
sidicks said:
I think 42mm is more my size, like this one:
https://www.bellross.com/our-collections/Instrumen...
Yeah I agree 100% the 46mm is just a bit large, digs into back of hand! The 42mm is a nice fit.https://www.bellross.com/our-collections/Instrumen...
I have one of the blue ceramic 03s and I can not fault it. I am not one to time my watches, so can't sat it is accurate to x seconds, but I have been one time for every meeting whilst wearing mine
Grand Seiko's SBGW253 is a beauty, it might be around (if not a snip over) the top end of your budget however it's absolute class. Should work well with what you already have, I think.
Apologies for lack of a 'photo, bit busy!
Edit - it's worth taking a couple of extra minutes
Apologies for lack of a 'photo, bit busy!
Edit - it's worth taking a couple of extra minutes
Edited by CardShark on Wednesday 23 August 22:05
Pupp said:
That collection is crying out for a Panerai... maybe a Radiomir?
I have taken a look and do like some of the designs, but not sure I like them enough to spend that kind of money.I'd have this special edition in a heartbeat, but I think it's £50k rather than £5k!
http://www.panerai.com/en/collections/special-edit...
CardShark said:
Grand Seiko's SBGW253 is a beauty, it might be around (if not a snip over) the top end of your budget however it's absolute class. Should work well with what you already have, I think.
Apologies for lack of a 'photo, bit busy!
Edit - it's worth taking a couple of extra minutes
Thanks for taking the time - it's nice enough but not sure it's 'the one'!Apologies for lack of a 'photo, bit busy!
Edit - it's worth taking a couple of extra minutes
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