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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
So what's a good watch for $3-5k, that won't make me look like a noob?If you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
The Daytona is dateless you stupid fukIf you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
u mad?The Daytona is dateless you stupid fuk
I mis-typed. I meant to say a dateless submariner, if you are going for a cheap watch and want to maintain the appearance of some basic level of dignity. There is never an excuse to get a Daytona, unless, as I said, you are a are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre.
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Originally Posted By RaibeartBruis⏩
I realize most of MISC's mere 100k a year salary doesn't go far now a days. If I were a pleb limited to a $3K to $5K watch budget, I would get the following in order:So what's a good watch for $3-5k, that won't make me look like a noob?
1) No Date Rolex Submariner;
2) Rolex Explorer II; and,
3) Omega Speedmaster Professional MANUAL with the Hesalite Crystal-Man on the Moon Edition (do not go for the cheaper Omegas, i.e., Seamasters)
(Honorable Mention: Seiko Grand Seiko-a good one will run you about $5.5K)
These watches are acceptable as entry level "luxury" watches, meaning, if you are between the ages of 25-35, these watches are respectable. However, if you find yourself wearing a Rolex Submariner (except the 18K gold model) at the age of 40, it doesn't speak highly of you. Seriously, if you want to know true quality, go to a jeweler that sells Patek Philippe. Everything from the packaging (e.g., I love the glossy wooden case) to the build quality of the watch is impeccable. Sure Rolexes and Omegas can take a beating as an everyday watch, but for a special occasion, nothing says "you've arrived" than wearing a Patek.
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
It's sad that most people dont know a Grand Seiko from a Seiko 5, other than "it's prettier". Pateks make a statement, and typically, I'd avoid wearing one unless my lifestyle could back up that statement. I'd go with a IWC pilot or JLC master control for a safe watch. If you're ballin you can go with the Swiss trinity (AP/PP /VC). Or you can do the Mille thing if you're really into showing off.I realize most of MISC's mere 100k a year salary doesn't go far now a days. If I were a pleb limited to a $3K to $5K watch budget, I would get the following in order:
1) No Date Rolex Submariner;
2) Rolex Explorer II; and,
3) Omega Speedmaster Professional MANUAL with the Hesalite Crystal-Man on the Moon Edition (do not go for the cheaper Omegas, i.e., Seamasters)
(Honorable Mention: Seiko Grand Seiko-a good one will run you about $5.5K)
These watches are acceptable as entry level "luxury" watches, meaning, if you are between the ages of 25-35, these watches are respectable. However, if you find yourself wearing a Rolex Submariner (except the 18K gold model) at the age of 40, it doesn't speak highly of you. Seriously, if you want to know true quality, go to a jeweler that sells Patek Philippe. Everything from the packaging (e.g., I love the glossy wooden case) to the build quality of the watch is impeccable. Sure Rolexes and Omegas can take a beating as an everyday watch, but for a special occasion, nothing says "you've arrived" than wearing a Patek.
1) No Date Rolex Submariner;
2) Rolex Explorer II; and,
3) Omega Speedmaster Professional MANUAL with the Hesalite Crystal-Man on the Moon Edition (do not go for the cheaper Omegas, i.e., Seamasters)
(Honorable Mention: Seiko Grand Seiko-a good one will run you about $5.5K)
These watches are acceptable as entry level "luxury" watches, meaning, if you are between the ages of 25-35, these watches are respectable. However, if you find yourself wearing a Rolex Submariner (except the 18K gold model) at the age of 40, it doesn't speak highly of you. Seriously, if you want to know true quality, go to a jeweler that sells Patek Philippe. Everything from the packaging (e.g., I love the glossy wooden case) to the build quality of the watch is impeccable. Sure Rolexes and Omegas can take a beating as an everyday watch, but for a special occasion, nothing says "you've arrived" than wearing a Patek.
Reminded me of this old graphic they throw around in watch forums
It seems none of them even lift
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
How on earth would you know who does or does not know how to read a tachymeter?u mad?
I mis-typed. I meant to say a dateless submariner, if you are going for a cheap watch and want to maintain the appearance of some basic level of dignity. There is never an excuse to get a Daytona, unless, as I said, you are a are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre.
I mis-typed. I meant to say a dateless submariner, if you are going for a cheap watch and want to maintain the appearance of some basic level of dignity. There is never an excuse to get a Daytona, unless, as I said, you are a are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre.
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I appreciate nice watches but dont have the money to spend on them. I get it though. $100 poverty watch for me is maxing it out. Thats the most I will spend on one. I usually just dont wear one as they sort of bug the hell out if me. used to be I could not even try one on without freaking out but i got over that stage.
i do wear a heart rate monitor one when I am working out but only for that purpose. take it off when I am done.
i do wear a heart rate monitor one when I am working out but only for that purpose. take it off when I am done.
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
How dare you reproach me, you insolent cur. Whether or not you know how to read a tachymetre is not the point, you junkyard dog. It is the principal. Just the same as why would some rube in the city who has never been diving wear an Omega Seamaster? These errors in judgment, while they may impress hookers and young college frat boys, merely serve to out yourself as an unsophisticated serf among discerning aristocrats.How on earth would you know who does or does not know how to read a tachymeter?
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
He's just being pretentious, srs. The Rolex Daytona is kinda laughable at this point, so he's right, but for the wrong reasons.How on earth would you know who does or does not know how to read a tachymeter?
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Every one of them usually has it. ****ing lol what kind of statement is that?Every successful man or stylish man I've ever came in contact with usually has a nice name brand watch.
Watches are obsolete pieces of technology, agree with OP. ****ing lol @ buying a $5000 piece of jewelry to impress other people.
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Originally Posted By Thegainswarden⏩
this. since when is a couple hundred bucks a lot for a watch??Peseant. lol if you don't own a couple of Omega watches.
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Originally Posted By Bolz⏩
Why buy anything nice, right?Every one of them usually has it. ****ing lol what kind of statement is that?
Watches are obsolete pieces of technology, agree with OP. ****ing lol @ buying a $5000 piece of jewelry to impress other people.
Watches are obsolete pieces of technology, agree with OP. ****ing lol @ buying a $5000 piece of jewelry to impress other people.
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
I am really just messing around with you.How on earth would you know who does or does not know how to read a tachymeter?
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
Just buy what you like people don't listen to this guy, if you wanna wear a submariner you wear one. If you like pilot watches you go wear that. If you want to wear a racing watch go ahead, nones gonna judge you its ****ing 2k17.Lol at you, peasants.
If you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
If you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
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FYI for most plebs ITT hating on watches, the top makers like Rolex and Audemars can often end up appreciating as they age. Like vintage Ferraris. Not really a waste of money if you can afford it
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Just lol at wearing a mechanical watch in 2017. its basically a glorified charm bracelet for men because it literally serves 0 purpose these days
Lol "b-b-but the craftsmanship! B-b-but the heritage1!"
Do you brahs also wear fedoras to match your mechanical watch?
Lol "b-b-but the craftsmanship! B-b-but the heritage1!"
Do you brahs also wear fedoras to match your mechanical watch?
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Originally Posted By Subaruski⏩
Cheap knock off of a Rolex SubDaily beater
Cool brand history, not flashy unless you're another watch enthusiast, titanium so it's light weight, overall love it and well worth it imo.
Cool brand history, not flashy unless you're another watch enthusiast, titanium so it's light weight, overall love it and well worth it imo.
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Originally Posted By mingrey02stg2⏩
Do you shave your arms?Seriously. Never heard someone harp on the Daytona so bad. They're definitely an iconic watch. I'd understand if it was the datejust or a seadweller which I see all the time.
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People actually do notice. Especially people with an ounce of class.
And lol at thinking a few hundred dollars is a lot for a watch.
That said, it's more about aesthetics than brand name. Too many idiots spend thousands on a watch that looks like chit when they could've easily spent around $300-$500 on a watch that looks fantastic. You really only need one or two, and you can stick with one for 10+ years.
And lol at thinking a few hundred dollars is a lot for a watch.
That said, it's more about aesthetics than brand name. Too many idiots spend thousands on a watch that looks like chit when they could've easily spent around $300-$500 on a watch that looks fantastic. You really only need one or two, and you can stick with one for 10+ years.
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
word^ dude knows his stuffLol at you, peasants.
If you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
If you want a nice watch, my advice is to save a few more years before looking at buying an actual peer watch -- and I am not talking about the Rolex Daytona.
I see thousands of young professionals commit the grave mistake of buying Tag Heuers, Breitlings, Baume Merciers, and of course, the watch that labels you an instant rube: the Rolex Daytona. It's comical to see attorneys with Omega Seamasters or other nautically themed watches because a majority of them can't even swim, much less do deep diving (poon diving doesn't count here) or sea exploration. Unless you are a pilot, wearing a Breitling Navitimer is as ridiculous as you showing up to court in a flight suit.
Same goes for a Rolex Daytona: unless you are a professional race car driver or know how to read a tachymetre, wearing such a watch makes you look like an unsophisticated novice to the scions you are trying to impress. Sure these watches may impress hookers, strippers and hoi polloi, but in my eyes you will be instantly discredited.
If you want to dress the part, do away with the millennial popular option of the Apple Watch or other digital fitbit watches. Let's face it, you are not an athlete or training for the Olympics. While folks have different tastes, you cannot go wrong with the following watch makers:
1) Patek Philippe;
2) Audemars Piguet;
3) Breguet; and,
4) Jaeger-LeCoultre
If you are on a budget and need validation for your success, I suppose you can get a Rolex Daytona that is DATELESS. The dateless feature is key. At a minimum, with this watch you can carry on as a watch purist poseur. If you want to follow the herd, just get the standard Rolex Daytona which will show successful individuals that you are just an average follower of watch trends. Also, don't be shocked if every other person who sees your Rolex asks you "is that real?" since the Chinese have nearly perfected the counterfeit market on Rolexes.
Personally, I own three Patek Philippes, including a 1917 pocket watch. My current watch (that's on my wrist right now) is a Patek Philippe Nautilus, which I have owned since 1989. Remember, the watch brands I recommended are not fashion statements, they are legacy pieces.
but, do you own any Patek Philippes???
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Never been a big fan of watches but I do think some look cool. Hundreds to a couple thousand for a watch? No thanks jeff. Turbo kit money for my car right there lol.
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Originally Posted By mulletwarrior⏩
You seem to have a really refinded taste. I'm very curious... what kind of car do you drive and what brands of clothes do you wear? And what car and clothing brands would you recommend to white collar professional who is closer to average than "10k a day?"I realize most of MISC's mere 100k a year salary doesn't go far now a days. If I were a pleb limited to a $3K to $5K watch budget, I would get the following in order:
1) No Date Rolex Submariner;
2) Rolex Explorer II; and,
3) Omega Speedmaster Professional MANUAL with the Hesalite Crystal-Man on the Moon Edition (do not go for the cheaper Omegas, i.e., Seamasters)
(Honorable Mention: Seiko Grand Seiko-a good one will run you about $5.5K)
These watches are acceptable as entry level "luxury" watches, meaning, if you are between the ages of 25-35, these watches are respectable. However, if you find yourself wearing a Rolex Submariner (except the 18K gold model) at the age of 40, it doesn't speak highly of you. Seriously, if you want to know true quality, go to a jeweler that sells Patek Philippe. Everything from the packaging (e.g., I love the glossy wooden case) to the build quality of the watch is impeccable. Sure Rolexes and Omegas can take a beating as an everyday watch, but for a special occasion, nothing says "you've arrived" than wearing a Patek.
1) No Date Rolex Submariner;
2) Rolex Explorer II; and,
3) Omega Speedmaster Professional MANUAL with the Hesalite Crystal-Man on the Moon Edition (do not go for the cheaper Omegas, i.e., Seamasters)
(Honorable Mention: Seiko Grand Seiko-a good one will run you about $5.5K)
These watches are acceptable as entry level "luxury" watches, meaning, if you are between the ages of 25-35, these watches are respectable. However, if you find yourself wearing a Rolex Submariner (except the 18K gold model) at the age of 40, it doesn't speak highly of you. Seriously, if you want to know true quality, go to a jeweler that sells Patek Philippe. Everything from the packaging (e.g., I love the glossy wooden case) to the build quality of the watch is impeccable. Sure Rolexes and Omegas can take a beating as an everyday watch, but for a special occasion, nothing says "you've arrived" than wearing a Patek.
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Originally Posted By AppleWatch⏩
My Rolex is perpetual motion, meaning that simply moving it "winds" the watch. Unlike a battery powered watch, mine doesn't need to be charged. Oh, and airtight/waterproof too. Definitely superior.Just lol at wearing a mechanical watch in 2017. its basically a glorified charm bracelet for men because it literally serves 0 purpose these days
Lol "b-b-but the craftsmanship! B-b-but the heritage1!"
Do you brahs also wear fedoras to match your mechanical watch?
Lol "b-b-but the craftsmanship! B-b-but the heritage1!"
Do you brahs also wear fedoras to match your mechanical watch?
I don't think you know much about watches, tho.
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^^^ lol if you are on a budget the Rolex Daytona, lowest ones I am seeing for close to 10,000.
If that is a budget watch Fml
If that is a budget watch Fml
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Originally Posted By Legend1617⏩
Right, this got my interest and I started looking at watches, cheapest one was like 5 grand, all the way up to like 100 grand.. wtf.^^^ lol if you are on a budget the Rolex Daytona, lowest ones I am seeing for close to 10,000.
If that is a budget watch Fml
If that is a budget watch Fml
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