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Old 4 July 2024, 01:21 AM   #1
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£15-20k (GBP) budget what do you buy.

Got some money burning a hole in my pocket.

If you had this budget what would you want to add to the collection?
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Old 4 July 2024, 01:27 AM   #2
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Is your current collection still comprised of the watches listed in your bio?

Towards the end of last year I added a nearly new AP RO Diver to my small collection (top end of your budget) and I’m still loving it. I’d experienced many different Rolex watches previously as well as a Tudor and an IWC pilot and am loving the step up in finishing.

Great time to be shopping now versus over the past few years as your budget will go much further if looking used.

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Old 4 July 2024, 05:21 PM   #3
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Is your current collection still comprised of the watches listed in your bio?

Towards the end of last year I added a nearly new AP RO Diver to my small collection (top end of your budget) and I’m still loving it. I’d experienced many different Rolex watches previously as well as a Tudor and an IWC pilot and am loving the step up in finishing.

Great time to be shopping now versus over the past few years as your budget will go much further if looking used.

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Would ove a AP RO but not sure my budget gets close
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Old 6 July 2024, 08:39 PM   #4
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Would ove a AP RO but not sure my budget gets close

I think your right about a RO, ROO certainly doable though.


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Old 4 July 2024, 01:28 AM   #5
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Depends upon the rest of the collection but for me - BLRO on jubilee.
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Old 4 July 2024, 02:01 AM   #6
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Old 4 July 2024, 02:33 AM   #7
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Old 4 July 2024, 02:39 AM   #8
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Old 4 July 2024, 02:44 AM   #9
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Old 4 July 2024, 02:55 AM   #10
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Doesn't matter what I'd buy. I'm just a stranger on the internet.

What do YOU want to buy with that money?

If you don't know. Don't spend it on a watch. Or, if you don't want it, send it to me, I'll gladly spend it lol
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Old 4 July 2024, 03:00 AM   #11
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Old 4 July 2024, 03:21 AM   #12
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I would buy something that is around that price range at MSRP or grey like a CHNR or a GRNR. I have a Pepsi and I like it but I can't see how anyone could pay the grey going rate and be happy with their purchase.
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Old 4 July 2024, 07:27 PM   #13
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Doesn't matter what I'd buy. I'm just a stranger on the internet.

What do YOU want to buy with that money?

If you don't know. Don't spend it on a watch. Or, if you don't want it, send it to me, I'll gladly spend it lol

Your reply is far too sensible for some posters on here.
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Old 4 July 2024, 10:39 PM   #14
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Doesn't matter what I'd buy. I'm just a stranger on the internet.

What do YOU want to buy with that money?

If you don't know. Don't spend it on a watch. Or, if you don't want it, send it to me, I'll gladly spend it lol

This is the correct answer! Only you know what you would like to add. If you don’t have a clue, save your money.

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Old 6 July 2024, 10:18 PM   #15
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:15 AM   #16
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Got some money burning a hole in my pocket.

If you had this budget what would you want to add to the collection?
Probably a H Moser et Cie.
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:41 AM   #17
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Interesting thought as I am having the same question to myself and same budget, although I would likely PX my watch plus cash on top but still the same budget overall.

I have a BLNR jubilee, could be consideration that model

I am thinking panda 116 ref which is about 22k ish cheapest I think, a YM42 yellow gold oysterflex again slightly over budget but another consideration

Pepsi jubilee I had for a day and changed to BLNR as the red wasn’t for me,
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:42 AM   #18
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GRNR bimetal another thought?
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:51 AM   #19
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At the top end of that budget I’d be buying a pre owned yellow gold submariner
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:54 AM   #20
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As Marty said that is also on my list! A yellow gold bluesy or a panda which one would you go for?!
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Old 4 July 2024, 05:18 PM   #21
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As Marty said that is also on my list! A yellow gold bluesy or a panda which one would you go for?!

I like th YG but too loud and stands out too much in London . Unfortunately
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Old 4 July 2024, 06:24 AM   #22
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If going grey, I think blue sky dwellers are a good buy the now. Should be able to pick a nice one of those up for £17-18k.

Or a YM40 RG Oysterflex. One of those can be had for about £20k.
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Old 4 July 2024, 07:16 AM   #23
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It sounds like you don't want anything. In your situation I'd keep the money and wait until something sang to me.
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Old 4 July 2024, 10:34 PM   #24
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It sounds like you don't want anything. In your situation I'd keep the money and wait until something sang to me.
Agreed.

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Old 4 July 2024, 07:39 AM   #25
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Love the mixed opinions. Just thought I'd throw it out there as the market in the UK is what I would describe as stodgy.
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Old 4 July 2024, 08:40 AM   #26
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For that money, I would definitely look for a daytona. 116520 there should be plenty of options and even 116500 should be available too.
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Old 4 July 2024, 10:33 AM   #27
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With a £15-20k budget, there are some fantastic options. If it were me, I'd look at a Rolex Daytona or a Patek Philippe Aquanaut for their timeless appeal and investment potential. Another great choice is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, especially if you can find one in that range. Each of these pieces brings something unique to a collection
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Old 4 July 2024, 01:35 PM   #28
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BLRO all day. So versatile and timeless
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Old 4 July 2024, 03:47 PM   #29
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H Moser or an A Lange Sohne Saxomat
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Old 4 July 2024, 03:55 PM   #30
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