Horological Meandering

Hi there, He is looking for a watch and this is the info he gave me to suggest him a watch that suits him: - He is not a collector, hence it will be one watch only... - Brand he prefer, but not limited to are, JLC, Omega, IWC ... - It should be a " modern... 

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Or if he wants something more interesting, he could try to hunt down a steel Geophysic, which has a dead seconds feature. Might be pushing the budget, however.

But this watch is cool. Thanks

I think it meets a lot of his criteria ...  

I own a constellation (Year 1991) and love them. Never serviced and runs like hell!

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Check out the detailing on the dial. ...  

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Tresor De Ville Steel Chronometer watch. + It is modern with sufficient heritage. + It is elegant - with 3 hands and date. + Leather band. +/- hand wound + steel only ++ Dial colour - blue +++ ~ EUR6,000 Image from Omega website ...  

Second time i see this watch in this thread and i really like the suggestion! Master Chronometer Fantastic.

If I wasn’t trying to pare down my collection I would be tempted to add this one. Slim, classic, elegant, robust, with influence from George Daniels. What’s not to like?

it exudes elegance and is Master Chronometer certified as well. It has a beautiful blue textured dial to boot. I think you should really, really consider making an exception and make the acquisition . You will be wearing it all day long with a big smile o... 

I think you are correct that I would enjoy wearing this one. But I’m at the point when considering a new watch that I ask myself if I would prefer it over a similar watch I already own. Plus, my preference is for no date, though this one is very tastefull... 

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Thank you!

Great weekend ahead to you

By the way, here’s my one and only JLC, bought at my AD around 2006 and still sitting in some Italian safe...it’s a Master Ultrathin that’s probably long out of production...almost fitting his criteria as well, except for the lack of date and the price (I...  

Yours still looks crisp. Enjoy dear FabR. Cheers, Alberti

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I wanted to suggest him the new OP in 41 mm and in blue, but no Rolex

40mm, a classic size. There are other variations but these two below were most interesting to me. And something a little more sporty so perhaps not the focus. The Marine Torpilleur. 42mm. ...  

Would like to see these in the metal at some point.

Cheers, Alberti

In my opinion, Omega are making some great watches at the moment. This watch has bags of heratage being a Seamaster and a high quality movement developed by a legend. The cherry on the cake is it’s a limited piece that is currently available, if he’s quic...  

Thank you. This watch is very nice and such a timeless piece. Isnt there another version of this watch with central second? Your version is clearly a favourite!

But my recommendation would be this London edition All the best H. ...  

If it will help with the decision making process. Waiting for the right watch is always preferable to getting what’s immediately available In my experience. Good luck with the decision. Sincerely H.

I just found to "paris" edition as well. Looks pretty neat too

I’ll do so tomorrow. H.

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That dial seems hard to capture.

It has many different faces depending on the lighting. H.

Is of course under his budget ceiling but otherwise ticks all the boxes, I think, and in my experience plays well with people with a similar wish list. Best Andreas

That’s the one. Strong Bauhaus historical credentials might please your friend. And at this price point the movement is a treat. Best Andreas

Not sure if he wants to take the independent road 😆. But there are some marvels at that price point. Maybe a nice Habring2 😉

Will take a look on Habring

Has your friend looked at Grand Seiko? I think all the above suggestions are great options (the limited Seamaster mentioned above by Cpt Scarlet is super cool as is its center seconds sibling and the JLC is of course top). My reason for suggesting GS is t... 

Best of luck to your friend in his hunt and do let us know what the final choice is! All the best, Walid K

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...or, if he can stretch that 'hard limit' a bit more, the JLC Master Ultra Thin Moon Can't get more classic than this in my opinion.

Your friend can always remove the bracelet and add the strap. ...  

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There are so many watches that will match the criteria and budget, We all know and remember what we first wanted but in most case we changed or changed watches. Hard to say which watch will match best without knowing a minimum about wrist’s size, the pers... 

Interestigly i find the globemaster annual calendar with date such an amazing watch and considering to buy it for myself. Great value for money and really good looking... This is the one that got me hooked: www.omegawatches.com

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Thank you Jurry