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I guess that is the crux of the issue, Jan. Half the budget or double it works for me, too!! At the $1500 mark - I hope to find one or a few watches that get the most positive reviews or feedback amongst the crew here.
Up to now - the Stowa is the winner. I like it too!
My decision making process would be that it had to be over 42mm, capable of being worn with all clothing styles, something which is not necessarily "rare" but that I haven't seen many of here (hey - it is Australia - that's not hard to achieve!!), it has to be easy to read, well made, and it has to get a tick of approval from at least a coupla guys here on the forum for me to be convinced that it is a well-made timekeeper with a beautiful fit and finish for a reasonable dollar.
At the $1500 mark, though, my impression is that there are not so many spectacular choices available NIB from your local downtown AD. That is why I wanted to leave second-hand or ebay deals out of the equation. But maybe there is a reason to include such deals?
As for the Marinemaster, Jan, I have heard all sorts of good things about them, but what elevates them above more "cooking" varieties like the Seiko Sumo SBDC001/3 and similar. Are they really that much better? I know the movement is dead accurate, they have a spectacular bracelet, and the name Marinemaster is recognised the world over (reflected in 2nd hand prices which are always quite high), but would you (by which I mean anyone) not be happier with 3 Sumos? Just a question - don't shoot me! I suppose the answer lies in the great Invicta debate (not that there is one - but I can't see myself buying one soon - and yes, I know there is a ton of beautiful shots of them in the "whatwouldyabuyfer300" topic) because I have read from some members that Invicta is great value for money, but many WISs here wouldn't buy one. The issue becomes tougher to decide when the budget rises.
I expect that we would each buy many watches at the lower price - and I wondered what decision process takes place in the minds of my fellow-WISs when it comes to buying for greater money. Resale value, LE or not, brand image, chrono or not (just look at the price diff between the Omega PO45 with and without chrono functions - it will make your eyes water...), need one to fill the hole in the watch box, want to match a shirt and trousers we wear, SS or great leather strap, rarity, cleanliness of the dial, complication and intricacy of the dial, "saw it - have to have it", percieved workmanship and quality (which even the big brands get wrong some of the time...). It just makes me think that we will "play" with the cheaper ones (buying and selling, taking a risk and if we get it wrong then passing it on) but when it comes to triple the budget, the decision making process changes. Do you agree?
What would push you guys over the edge to one particular watch rather than another of similar cost?
Yep - the Speedy Pro blue dial is a beautiful watch, too. That Sinn is spectacular. The Hammy X-Wind - great chunk-o-watch (congrats in advance, Simon!). Don't know about the ORIS, Jan - for me, they sit too high on the wrist, though they are tough divers for sure and I have read of many happy owners!
Having thought about this all - maybe the question should be - what do you look for in a watch that you would pay $1500 for?
And feel free to add photos Camera_photos.gi in any responses - this is getting interesting!
Hope y'all are enjoying the weekend - it is sunny but getting cooler here in Perth! Thank goodness - the Summer was crazy-long and crazy-hot!
Small and thin, wide and high - I love 'em all
Cheers! IanM
JHM wrote:
Hi Ian,
that is a very good question. Strangely enough, when I think about it, the watches I am interested in are either twice as expensive or in the $300 to $800 range. However, the ones that come to my mind are:
Stowa Prodiver NIB
Seiko Marinemaster (NIB, if you can find a good deal ;))
Omega Speedmaster 3510.82 Ltd. with blue dial (used only)
Oris TT1 Meistertaucher (NIB, ebay-price)
all the best
Jan