Glenn from Denver
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A bit of a quandry...
Hello everyone,
I have been quietly researching watches since my initial inquiry about steel chronographs a few weeks ago.
A reminder...my wife wants to buy me a new wristwatch for my 50th birthday (under $15,000) and I've pretty much decided on a steel chronograph on a steel bracelet. Many of you have provided me with great suggestions in this price range.
While doing my research, I was taken with the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Omega Co-Axial Chronograph (ref. 31130445101002).
Here is a link to the Omega website: www.omegawatches.com
It's really a lovely watch that meets all of my requirements and I like the two sub-dial setup. It's from a great brand and this new design could be a bit polarizing to people so won't be seen everywhere.
While I was at my AD looking at the watch over the weekend, I looked at a bunch of other watches and saw a Chopard Grand Prix de Monaco Historique Chronograph from 2008 (ref. 158992-3003). Here is a link to a posting by kong on the Chopard forum about this series:
http://basel.watchprosite.com/show-nblog.post/ti-419486/
I really love the looks of this watch and since the design of these watches changes every two years, even the non-LE steel watches won't be seen everywhere.
I'm torn between them and since I can't get both, I'm looking for some advice from people that have more experience in the watch world than I do.
Discuss.
A bit of a quandry...
Hello everyone, I have been quietly researching watches since my initial inquiry about steel chronographs a few weeks ago. A reminder...my wife wants to buy me a new wristwatch for my 50th birthday (under $15,000) and I've pretty much decided on a steel c...
From my perspective, there shouldn't be much difficulty . . .
. . . in choosing between the two. The Omega is a derivative of a highly successful and influential watch, the Speedmaster Professional, and packs the very latest in their movement technology. Ruckdee has one in Seamaster garb, and reported on it in the O...
I have to agree with Art on this one.
No flaws on this one. A watch to take everywhere and wear on all occasions. Some would say a must have in one's collection. Best regards, George
Glenn, you mention with both watches
that they won't be seen much on other wrists if I am interpreting correctly. If this is important to you I would consider the Chopard if you like the design as much as the Omega. I would guess there are a lot more people in Denver wearing an Omega vs a Ch...
Have you considered?
Hi Glenn -- Sorry to be late to the discussion, but you might want to consider the attached, which with a bit of a courtesy from your AD (including optional bracelet) will fall within your budget: The Vacheron Overseas SS/TI is my daily wearer, and I abso...
I like it. If not the Speedmaster, I would go for this one or a Zenithed Daytona
What I like about the Vacheron Overseas is that it is everyday functional with the large date display. I also like the Omega Speedmaster and the Daytona 16520 (Zenithed)
Chopard makes a very interesting in-house chronograph movement and that ain't it.
As best I can tell, that Chopard uses a 7750 variant (please correct me if I'm wrong). To my mind picking up a Chopard with that movement would be missing the mark. I'm not a big believer in the supposed superiority of the coaxial escapement, but it is un...
Thanks for looking out for Glenn
ei8htohms, Thanks buddy! You are right: I have pointed Glenn to the LUC Chrono One in the thread below. Regards, MTF
15k SS Chronos
royal oak chrono and royal oak offshore chrono also fall under 15k so does the linde wederlin spidospeed, which you wont see in dever but youll probably encounter in aspen or vail, in an extremely satisfying "in the know" way because linde wederlin has a ...
Linde Werdelin??!!??!!
try my absolute best to stay neutral on brands, and I do admire LW marketing efforts, even applaude their social media exploits...but i really dont see much more beyond a design excercise and clever marketing. it does not mean that LW are not collectable,...
Thanks for defending my virtue, Horo...
...although I am not certain how or why it was called into question in the first place! Cheers, Gary
LW
I think these photos say it all. Linde Wederlin came up with arguably the greatest design innovation in chronograph cases since the casio g-shock. Its a beautiful and unique design with functional and technical merit....
Sorry I disagree with your view on functional design, esp when you skew the range
You use the AP ROO Survivor, when I recommended the AP RO regular chrono...not even the ROO. So your basis of comparison is erroneous. In fact, I specifically mention Royal Oak, NOT Offshore. And using the Survivor out of a full range of ROOs itself is su...
AP RO Chrono
I think we can agree to agree on the audemars piguet royal oak chronograph. This watch is good from the beach to the boardroom and I would even wear it at a nudist resort. lots of dials to choose from, but I would pick the panda version. Horo, your point ...
A bit confused
I'm not quite sure what your point was about the VC Overseas and my watch taste! As Horo notes in his message farther down the thread, this watch is my daily wearer, not an occasional specialty sport watch. Also, I sold off a bunch of watches, including v...
VC overseas chrono
The VC overseas is a risky/more adventurous choice for a daily wearer. This is true regardless of how much you personally love it. VC overseas is based on the Vacheron 222, the misfit of the big four (AP Royal Oak, Patek Nautilus, IWC Ingenieur, Vacheron ...
You can't recommend a VC OS
,,,but you can recommend a Linde Werdelin? You are certainly a fellow with strong opinions, aren't you! I just took a peek at your posting history here and realized that you are the same guy who was busting my chops on the "authenticity" post -- which was...
decorum
gary, ive read a lot of your posts using the find all threads started by user function. your posts have high production value/editorial quality. I also respect your process as a collector and appreciate that you share your personal thoughts. I believe the...
of your two choices I would go for the Speedmaster
which is a great watch. With your budgett, I would also consider the JLC Master Chronograph, which I find the most appealing of the steel chronos in this range. Have fun picking, best Andreas
being biased i'd go with the speedmaster.
its a really great looking watch even if it isnt a moonwatch (thats the handwind model only). a lot of watch for the price. G
They all have their merit...
The VC is dressy (a bit a la Daytona), the Speedy is ready for flight, and the Chopard is waiting for the race to start. Decisions, decisions.... ^_^
if you are set on the two..
I am with our esteemed Art and Nico...Speedmaster it is! But if you are still open to suggestions, I have to give a nod to the Daytona (I don't have one) or the original Speedmaster Professional (Moon Watch)... Congrats on your upcoming milestone! young 5...
Thank you all for your considered opinions!
The speedmaster is my first choice but I can't deny the appealing design of the Chopard. I am distinctly "on the fence" about the Rolex Daytona...I can't say why but it doesn't capture my heart like the others. I've got a few months to go yet until the bi...
Rebuttal for L.U.Chopard Chrono One (steel)
Glenn, Although you are attracted to the Chopard Monaco Classique Chronograph 2008, you probably need to consider the Chopard LUC Chrono One with LUC movement as suggested by ei8htohms . The previous posts and technical details are in the following links:...
Now that is one tasty piece!
Great photos, too. I think that this would be a great choice! Love how crisp it looks, and the flyback is definitely a plus... Best, Gary
Denver or Hawaii?? whever you are...my bet is on a AP RO
AP Royal Oak chrono should be within striking distance. If you intend to buy in Hawaii, then go visit the AD there, Tourneau in Honolulu. i suggest you communicate with them first, before going down. They are along the main shopping belt along Kalakaua Av...
My 2 cents Glenn
A lot of us have gone trough that kind of indecision, given that you can only buy one watch at this moment. What helps me a lot here, despite what all your friends and family might say is to imagine myself wearing certain watch, in several environments an...
Now go get that L.U.C. Chrono One!!!!!
He he... not true, but don't forget to do in deep research about your options. Don't go with the first lady crossing your way Best. René
Well....
It's certainly a possiblility! The leading post on this thread was the result of a visit to my local AD of many watch brands. The problem with this approach is that, while they have many brands, they often don't have the full selection of watches of a par...
I'm sure
you're gonna pick up a gorgeous watch Glenn, as I said before: enjoy the hunt, it's part of the pleasure of owning a fine watch. Have a nice week. René PS: What you mentioned is very important, try take a look in the flesh at most of the watches you ...