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Lanfor · 27 November 2011, 11:39 PM

I'm currently looking for a new dress watch and was wondering if anyone has any ideas. I don't mind if the watch is new or pre-owned and I'm looking to spend up to £3500. I've been looking a IWC and JLC at the moment and was wondering if anyone has any alternative ideas

esm · 28 November 2011, 12:09 AM

Omega AT should go nicely in that price range. Not sure which IWC and JLC dress watch though. I'd thought a Portuguese or Master Control is abit over the budget (obviously depends on the model and condition)

How about a Panerai Radiomir 183/210/380 models?

:-)

Lanfor · 28 November 2011, 12:13 AM

I was looking at the IWC portofino which fits Nicely in that range or a pre-owned master reserve de marche

kilyung · 28 November 2011, 02:15 AM

+1 for JLC

Dickson Lim · 28 November 2011, 04:51 AM

JLC in that price range. Nothing beats it at that price point.

xspect · 28 November 2011, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanfor

I was looking at the IWC portofino which fits Nicely in that range or a pre-owned master reserve de marche

I like the portofino but it wear somewhat small on me. I have a 7.5 wrist

Watchonisto · 28 November 2011, 05:36 AM

I'm for JLC

Maxtor · 28 November 2011, 05:45 AM

JLC makes a beautiful watch.

Lanfor · 28 November 2011, 05:48 AM

I only have small wrists so both JLC and IWC are good for me. I'm looking at a reserve de marche or master calendar at the moment. Both have gone for 3500 on the website before but unfortunately they only have unused ones at the moment for 4750

Lanfor · 28 November 2011, 06:53 AM

I've seen an AP RO for 4300 though so it is really tempting me

The Joker · 28 November 2011, 07:08 AM

JLC reverso grande taille

esm · 28 November 2011, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanfor

I only have small wrists so both JLC and IWC are good for me. I'm looking at a reserve de marche or master calendar at the moment. Both have gone for 3500 on the website before but unfortunately they only have unused ones at the moment for 4750

Matt, have you tried any of the possible contenders to see which one actually sings?
Personally I'd go with a JLC.

Lanfor · 28 November 2011, 07:22 AM

I've tried the JLC before but the other 2 no. Also tried on the omega AT etc

93 Turbo · 28 November 2011, 08:40 AM

2011 Zenith Captain range, classic proportions with a in-house movement. Also the recently released Breitling Transocean looks visually appealing, can't comment on the movement as to wether there is a new Breitling in-house mvt or outsourced mvt.

Good luck

beaglehusky · 28 November 2011, 08:46 AM

Check out the JLC Master Control (Q1398420), it's a 40mm case and a beautiful piece. I saw it priced very close to your budget limit in Amsterdam. Sorry I'm not familiar with UK prices.

Good luck!

KirkWilfred · 28 November 2011, 10:47 AM

This one...

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=204877

Great reviews, superior movement to the JLC and IWC within same price range.

Java · 28 November 2011, 11:13 PM

JLC, Piaget. Or one of the GP 1966 range.

conrail · 29 November 2011, 01:49 AM

IWC 3531

JLC Master Thin

Glashutte Sixties

Dickson Lim · 29 November 2011, 01:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanfor

I've seen an AP RO for 4300 though so it is really tempting me

4300? Take it before I do.

Lanfor · 29 November 2011, 02:07 AM

Found out since it has no papers so not so sure because it isn't dated so could be old

Lanfor · 29 November 2011, 04:42 AM

Anyone know any places in the midlands which deal with pre-owned watches ?

Lanfor · 29 November 2011, 11:21 AM

Does anyone know I you can fit the leather bands on to an AP RO 14790ST ?

Jeffa32 · 29 November 2011, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 93 Turbo

2011 Zenith Captain range, classic proportions with a in-house movement. Also the recently released Breitling Transocean looks visually appealing, can't comment on the movement as to wether there is a new Breitling in-house mvt or outsourced mvt.

Good luck

Breitlin Transocean is the new inhouse movement. Looks very good. 43mm in size but not you typical bling breitling

htc8p · 29 November 2011, 02:02 PM

if i were to get a strictly dress watch it would be jlc master control.

its just a plain dial no lume with a small date at 3 oclock and leather strap.

but then isnt is just a waste of money? might as well get a kenneth cole.

TSW · 29 November 2011, 03:47 PM

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TSW · 29 November 2011, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanfor

Found out since it has no papers so not so sure because it isn't dated so could be old

It would be at least 5-6 years old. I wouldn't go for it without paperwork unless you know the last owner.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanfor

Does anyone know I you can fit the leather bands on to an AP RO 14790ST ?

Yes it would but you would need plots, deployant to fit the band.

FeelingTheBlues · 29 November 2011, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KirkWilfred

This one...

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=204877

Great reviews, superior movement to the JLC and IWC within same price range.

I approve this suggestion!

Lanfor · 29 November 2011, 05:49 PM

Thanks for the advice thomas

I wasn't sure about it anyway I would prefer the 15300 because of the clear case back, I think it is a really nice touch

liptonnr · 29 November 2011, 11:29 PM

I would say look at zenith! Good luck in your hunt!

esm · 30 November 2011, 02:19 AM

Matt - are you getting closer of picking one yet?

27 November 2011, 11:39 PM	#1
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	Looking for a new dress watch any ideas ? I'm currently looking for a new dress watch and was wondering if anyone has any ideas. I don't mind if the watch is new or pre-owned and I'm looking to spend up to £3500. I've been looking a IWC and JLC at the moment and was wondering if anyone has any alternative ideas __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

28 November 2011, 12:13 AM	#3
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	I was looking at the IWC portofino which fits Nicely in that range or a pre-owned master reserve de marche __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

28 November 2011, 04:51 AM	#5
Dickson Lim "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: planet Posts: 1,517	JLC in that price range. Nothing beats it at that price point. __________________ Dream the impossible, and make it possible!

28 November 2011, 05:48 AM	#9
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	I only have small wrists so both JLC and IWC are good for me. I'm looking at a reserve de marche or master calendar at the moment. Both have gone for 3500 on the website before but unfortunately they only have unused ones at the moment for 4750 __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

28 November 2011, 06:53 AM	#10
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	I've seen an AP RO for 4300 though so it is really tempting me __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

28 November 2011, 12:09 AM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Omega AT should go nicely in that price range. Not sure which IWC and JLC dress watch though. I'd thought a Portuguese or Master Control is abit over the budget (obviously depends on the model and condition) How about a Panerai Radiomir 183/210/380 models? :-)

28 November 2011, 02:15 AM	#4
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,962	+1 for JLC

28 November 2011, 05:36 AM	#7
Watchonisto Banned Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Alex Location: European Union Watch: AP, ROLEX, PP, PAM Posts: 4,344	I'm for JLC

28 November 2011, 05:45 AM	#8
Maxtor 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,494	JLC makes a beautiful watch.

28 November 2011, 07:08 AM	#11
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,648	JLC reverso grande taille

28 November 2011, 07:22 AM	#13
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	I've tried the JLC before but the other 2 no. Also tried on the omega AT etc __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

28 November 2011, 08:40 AM	#14
93 Turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex.Tudor.PAM Posts: 1,554	2011 Zenith Captain range, classic proportions with a in-house movement. Also the recently released Breitling Transocean looks visually appealing, can't comment on the movement as to wether there is a new Breitling in-house mvt or outsourced mvt. Good luck

28 November 2011, 08:46 AM	#15
beaglehusky "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Adrian Location: Tanzania Posts: 1,554	Check out the JLC Master Control (Q1398420), it's a 40mm case and a beautiful piece. I saw it priced very close to your budget limit in Amsterdam. Sorry I'm not familiar with UK prices. Good luck!

28 November 2011, 10:47 AM	#16
KirkWilfred "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: West Hartford, CT Watch: 116710LN Posts: 1,224	This one... http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=204877 Great reviews, superior movement to the JLC and IWC within same price range. __________________ “Time is an illusion.” – Albert Einstein

28 November 2011, 11:13 PM	#17
Java "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Tim Location: Bangkok Watch: Lots Posts: 521	JLC, Piaget. Or one of the GP 1966 range. __________________ You don't buy a great watch to tell the time, any more than you would buy a fast car because you're in a hurry.

29 November 2011, 01:49 AM	#18
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	IWC 3531 JLC Master Thin Glashutte Sixties __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

29 November 2011, 02:07 AM	#20
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	Found out since it has no papers so not so sure because it isn't dated so could be old __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

29 November 2011, 04:42 AM	#21
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	Anyone know any places in the midlands which deal with pre-owned watches ? __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

29 November 2011, 11:21 AM	#22
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	Does anyone know I you can fit the leather bands on to an AP RO 14790ST ? __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

29 November 2011, 02:02 PM	#24
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,501	if i were to get a strictly dress watch it would be jlc master control. its just a plain dial no lume with a small date at 3 oclock and leather strap. but then isnt is just a waste of money? might as well get a kenneth cole.

29 November 2011, 03:47 PM	#25
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

29 November 2011, 05:49 PM	#28
Lanfor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: London Watch: Submariner-16610LV Posts: 1,798	Thanks for the advice thomas I wasn't sure about it anyway I would prefer the 15300 because of the clear case back, I think it is a really nice touch __________________ Rolex Submariner - 16610LV

29 November 2011, 11:29 PM	#29
liptonnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Nate Location: Pottsville, PA Watch: Sub-c LV, GMT's Posts: 988	I would say look at zenith! Good luck in your hunt!

30 November 2011, 02:19 AM	#30
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Matt - are you getting closer of picking one yet?

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