Watches

[Pabbers]

Alright watch experts, it’s my 50th birthday next month and I’ve decided I’m going to treat myself to a nice watch to mark the occasion…. Trouble is I am clueless about watches. I’ve been doing a bit of searching for different styles etc and have decided I’d like a nice, eye catching dressy watch…. I have however decided I’m not really a fan of Breitling, undoubtedly they are a very good watch but, and this is just personal preference, they all seem to a little bit too busy on the face. Any suggestions or pointers I should be looking out for ? I don’t want to be spending thousands of pounds but I don’t mind a decent outlay for something special.

IWC has some stunning classy dress watches, can be pricey but are stunning.

Grand Seiko too, can get decent re-sale watched.

Christopher ward is always a good shout....they have just released a new verison fo the Twelve, ultra thin.

Frederique Constant do some stunners for a lot less than the first 2. I like the Heartbeat.

 

[Pabbers]

Or the Tag Heuer Carrera - Prob the best looking watch they have ever produced.

Rado HyperChrome is a belter.

 

[Bedfordblue]

Alright watch experts, it’s my 50th birthday next month and I’ve decided I’m going to treat myself to a nice watch to mark the occasion…. Trouble is I am clueless about watches. I’ve been doing a bit of searching for different styles etc and have decided I’d like a nice, eye catching dressy watch…. I have however decided I’m not really a fan of Breitling, undoubtedly they are a very good watch but, and this is just personal preference, they all seem to a little bit too busy on the face. Any suggestions or pointers I should be looking out for ? I don’t want to be spending thousands of pounds but I don’t mind a decent outlay for something special.

Forgot Hamilton.
Have a gander at these….particularly the Khaki Field ‘Murph’ used in the movie Interstellar.

 

[Nobby Nobbs]

Just ordered hope it looks as good when I get it.

 

[The binman chronicles]

Ordered one of these today, new with tags from Ebay for a fraction of the price here...

Timex Waterbury GMT x Pan Am® 39mm Leather Strap Watch

A signature Timex collection takes flight. In proud partnership with one of the world’s most iconic global airlines, the Timex® x Pan Am® GMT celebrates the industry leader’s rich heritage of air travel. Featuring a 39mm recycled stainless-steel case, we’ve channeled the precision, ergonomics...

timex.co.uk

 

[Nobby Nobbs]

Ordered one of these today, new with tags from Ebay for a fraction of the price here...

Timex Waterbury GMT x Pan Am® 39mm Leather Strap Watch

A signature Timex collection takes flight. In proud partnership with one of the world’s most iconic global airlines, the Timex® x Pan Am® GMT celebrates the industry leader’s rich heritage of air travel. Featuring a 39mm recycled stainless-steel case, we’ve channeled the precision, ergonomics...

timex.co.uk

I’ve looked a a few timex watches seen some really lovely ones.

 

[The binman chronicles]

I’ve looked a a few timex watches seen some really lovely ones.

One of the good things about an interest in watches is that there is such a variety for all different tastes, and as long as we're not hung up on the 'brand' there are plenty of good looking watches out there.

 

[Nobby Nobbs]

One of the good things about an interest in watches is that there is such a variety for all different tastes, and as long as we're not hung up on the 'brand' there are plenty of good looking watches out there.

That’s very true, I never criticise anyone’s taste in anything, we have to many beer snobs, food snobs and fashion snobs,

 

[TrailerTrash]

One of the good things about an interest in watches is that there is such a variety for all different tastes, and as long as we're not hung up on the 'brand' there are plenty of good looking watches out there.

This, some bangers for every wallet.

 

[verreauxi]

One of the good things about an interest in watches is that there is such a variety for all different tastes, and as long as we're not hung up on the 'brand' there are plenty of good looking watches out there.

Yep, I simply love these little gadgets and I don't care about the price/prestige (though, by all accounts I own--and am lucky to own--some decent brands).

 

[Pabbers]

Come across a new micro brand, well new to me....Furlan Marri - absolutely stunning.

 

[verreauxi]

Come across a new micro brand, well new to me....Furlan Marri - absolutely stunning.

I recently read about those as well last week. Some very nice stuff, and I quite like them! On another forum, people were also talking about this Italian microbrand (another one I had never heard of)

Redentore

Inspired by the Basilica del Redentore, this 40mm timepiece captures the essence of Venetian harmony and refined simplicity.

us.venezianico.com

They've even developed their own movement for some of their watches.

 

[Pabbers]

I recently read about those as well last week. Some very nice stuff, and I quite like them! On another forum, people were also talking about this Italian microbrand (another one I had never heard of)

Redentore

Inspired by the Basilica del Redentore, this 40mm timepiece captures the essence of Venetian harmony and refined simplicity.

us.venezianico.com

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They've even developed their own movement for some of their watches.

Hell of a find.

Looking at getitng my daughter a watch for when she graduates College - These 36" looks stunning.

 

[verreauxi]

Hell of a find.

Looking at getitng my daughter a watch for when she graduates College - These 36" looks stunning.

They folks who had ordered them were raving about the customer service as well, so all in all, they sound like a good group to work with.

 

[verreauxi]

Hell of a find.

Looking at getitng my daughter a watch for when she graduates College - These 36" looks stunning.

I'm actually glad this one is sold out, otherwise I would do an irresponsible impluse buy. I'm into colorful dials as of late, like the Oris Pro Pilot Laser. This one is also pretty cool and I could look at the dial, as I often do, when in a boring meeting.