Horological Meandering

Hi, I have been rethinking my collection lately with a mind towards consolidation. Background: I have 6 automatic watches with a manual wind incoming in April. I am finding that like many of you in the same situation, the rotation and wrist time is becomi... 

Might I suggest that you take a look at Rolex. Always a good watch to have in your collection, whether day/date or GMT. Best regards, George

George, I was at one point considering a ROLEX Datejust 116234 for the very reason that you suggested, I am a bit torn about Rolex in general. Thanks, Bob

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personally i would go for the Omega annual calendar or the MIH which you possibly havent considered. the MIH is an uncommon watch and you'll probably never see another on a wrist unless its at a GTG. its lightweight being titanium, its very minimalist but... 

both very good suggestions although you need to bear in mind that the chrono on the MIH is pretty much useless (but then it did not show up in your specs). Best Andreas

A bit too Adrian Fruitiger for my tastes.... Thanks though!

but the people behind the MIH make it exceptional. designed by Ludwig Oeschlin (UN freak etc), made by Paul Gerber and raises money for the Museum. its all down to personal taste of course. G

and it is a really nice watch. I have a relatively big collection and no other watch is as readable as Blancpain. Furthermore, the watch is very accurate. However, I would call the movement "manufactured". I guess it is a F. Piguet movement which nowadays... 

Black dial stainless steel. Being Rolex this watch can take tons of beating while this new model will accompany nice with jeans or suit. It is one of those watch that will stay in your collection no matter what kind taste you develop further. Every man sh... 

Travis and Others, Why a Rolex GMT II vs. say a Datejust? The GMT II seems so close to being a Submariner which is like my IWC Aquatimer in the class of watch that it is (sporty diver). I would rate the other three autos and the manual as: JLC=Dressy GO=D... 

...offers you 3 Timezones, by using the bezel as another time zone, its tough, its solid, and if you wear it for ocassions, under the cuffs or with a suit, you will be told a man with very good taste.. as opposed to a Datejust, there is only one function ... 

1. The numbers on the bezel is larger. It gives a certain formality compare with the bar in the submariner. The ceramic reflect lights better than the old metal bezel and contrast nicely with the numbers. 2. The bracelet is different from the old model wh...  

In many respects it does fill the bill, but it leans a bit closely to the IWC with its pronounced bezel and alas ike all Rolex's has no display back. Yes, it has a GMT function, but my mind still sees Submariner due to the iconic dial and similarities wit...  

..lately, where have u been?

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..which i think gives you Love Hate relationship...?

The Blancpain. That's the best of the four. Rolex is always a reliable choice but rolex is always the same style and everybody has a rolex. Best SamEE

I would go for the blancpain too.You lack gold on your collection which is very classy and uncommon nowadays. For $12k+, the leman is a good buy if it's made of gold. I would not consider a rolex now, unless rolex re-releases the coke gmt master with a ce... 

Whilst it is true that it might be rather common to see Rolex's a lot compared to other brands, this does not make Rolex a tacky watch to wear. It is all a question of taste and once you have worn a Rolex, you are vaery happy to have one. Just go out and ... 

4. gaudy; flashy; showy. If this is the definition, I stick to my words. If you'd see my user gallery, I have an lv sub I wear for diving, and still I find it too showy. I like a diversity of brands, for different uses. In Singapore, you'd see a rolex eve... 

Cookies, I read that definition of Tacky and it also says something about looking like a pimp. I don't consider that wearing a Rolex makes you look like a pimp or causes people to believe that you dress in an extravagent manner. I agree that some people f... 

..and I think your basic premises are good. Personally, I would go for the Grand Seiko out of the ones in your list. I bought the GMT model about 18 months ago and am still impressed with the functionality and quality of craftsmanship. The Rolex seems to ... 

Thanks to all for your suggestions... A couple thoughts: 1) The Blancpain sounds like a great watch. I am however a bit concerned regarding what I have read online regarding post-ownership service (I know, could be a few data points) 2) The Grand Seiko is... 

That eliminates the Omega, Rolex, Grand Seiko and the Nomos.... The watches in this category that are , have a black dial , lume , large date and a display caseback are few. The Chopard suggested is NOS and new stock only leaves the Pro One GMT (no displa... 

Don't know if this is your style of watch, but have a look: ahci.watchprosite.com Regards, Richard.

Richard, Thanks for bringing them to my attention but they are not what I am looking for right now. Regards, Bob