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For me, there is only one choice...
It is a Rolex Datejust.
Today, based on your preference for metals, size and fit, this one does it all.
Formal when needed.
Reliable and accurate.
Good water and shock resistance.
Moderate maintenance requirements (cost and frequency).
Proven value over time.
Though not a Datejust, my ca. 1968 Air-King is still the one I put on to cover all the bases.
And I have quite a few watches to choose from.
That's not bad considering I have had it for 54 years,
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What is your “all purpose” watch?
What watch do you rely on to fill multiple roles? Whether it be business, casual elegant or for a dress down occasion, is there a watch in your collection that you can wear regardless of the event? For me I’m finding that either the Reverso or the Cartier...
Honestly...
I used to call an all-purpose watch a "James Bond" watch. Since James Bond wore the Rolex Submariner with a tuxedo and a dive suit. I find the best all-purpose watch today is actually the Bulgari Octo Finissimo. It fits under shirt barrel cuffs, under Fre...
For me, there is only one choice...
It is a Rolex Datejust. Today, based on your preference for metals, size and fit, this one does it all. Formal when needed. Reliable and accurate. Good water and shock resistance. Moderate maintenance requirements (cost and frequency). Proven value over t...
Since my years of hosting or attending ambassadorial soirées, formal government or corporate events, media representations, etc. are over, I have the luxury of not caring about 'purpose' (not that I ever did!). Having said that...
... I'd probably choose between the following two watches for not having to think about where I am or who I'm with. The first is a GO PML It's quite finely tuned front and back, but still bears a case size and shape that conveys (cliché alert!) Teutonic p...
And to add what I omitted first time round, you have a particularly lovely version of the Reverso, and agree with your view that it works in all kinds of situations. Handsomely versatile
Your spouse is right. The PML is delicious. It's price is good (both new and pre-owned), it combines visual delicacy with a stout case form, and it clearly appeals to both men and women, which I count as a strong plus.
It used to be the Reverso Duo for me. Surprisingly versatile as you pointed out..
Office Vacation Casual ...
With you on a Reverso
Hi Reverso always a good option, I'd also go with my Oris Big Crown as another good one Cheers JML ...
I agree: your Reverso and Santos are fantastic choices for all-purpose watches.
My GS White Birch definitely has been the best in that role for me. ...
Funny you should ask. Yesterday I withdrew my all-arounder . . .
. . . from the safe deposit box for an overdue rendezvous with my wrist. Art ...
The interest in all matters pertaining to vintage Omega on our forum . . .
. . . has cooled off in the last eight years since Bill Sohne was the moderator. (Current offerings seem to be more popular with our community.) Among Omega collectors across the spectrum my sense is that esteem for Connies thru the third movement generat...
