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Dr. Prunesquallor · 19 October 2016, 09:40 AM

TRF Friends,

I'll soon be in a position to consider a new watch. I've included an image of my current small collection to give you an idea of my tastes.

I've done a lot of online browsing, and I simply cannot find anything that grabs me. I have some constraints that probably make this more difficult:

1) Nothing more than US$10K or there abouts
2) Nothing bigger than 43mm - skinny wrists
3) I am brand-agnostic as long as it is well respected - automatic movement
4) I like a variety of styles. I'd love a SeaDweller, but the face is identical to my BLNR
5) Don't really need a dress watch, those occasions are few and far between and the Omega suffices.
6) No PM or TT (although No. 1 pretty much takes care of that)

I may have over-constrained myself out of an answer, but any help is appreciated.

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JP Chestnut · 19 October 2016, 09:42 AM

Previous version white dial Daytona. Shop smart and it could be yours for less than $10,000.

rmlovett1 · 19 October 2016, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Previous version white dial Daytona. Shop smart and it could be yours for less than $10,000.

⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️ Yes, this

TheRolexKingofLV · 21 October 2016, 04:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Previous version white dial Daytona. Shop smart and it could be yours for less than $10,000.

This

77T · 19 October 2016, 09:48 AM

I think the new Polar Expl. II would fit nicely in your collection plus your budget, and leave some $$$ in your pocket.

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DJExplorer · 21 October 2016, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

I think the new Polar Expl. II would fit nicely in your collection plus your budget, and leave some $$$ in your pocket.

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These words exactly.
The polar is a great all rounder and a stunning white dial with immense legibility.

squeaks376 · 19 October 2016, 09:52 AM

Lv sub!!

RW16610 · 19 October 2016, 09:53 AM

A white dial in the mix could be nice. Between the Daytona or Explorer I would go for the Daytona if one falls into the price range.

Watchgeek5000 · 19 October 2016, 09:56 AM

In this case maybe a Panerai! (Smaller than 44mm)

JP Chestnut · 19 October 2016, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchgeek5000

In this case maybe a Panerai! (Smaller than 44mm)

Panerai is almost never a good answer. A 40mm or 42mm Panerai...

. Even the PAM guys don't like them!

BrazenC5 · 16 October 2017, 04:33 AM

I have small wrists too...I really like the PAM 512. Discontinued, but you're in it for half your ask. I know you mentioned automatic, but should consider manual wind if you're working it though a rotation.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=564418

JayLo · 19 October 2016, 10:07 AM

First: You have a nice collection!

I would suggest the Hulk as you said you like variety.

Dr. Prunesquallor · 19 October 2016, 10:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayLo

First: You have a nice collection!

I would suggest the Hulk as you said you like variety.

Thank you very much for the complement, and I appreciate your suggestion.

I've never seen a Hulk in person. I have heard that photos do not do it justice.

I have to pick up some repair work for my wife at our local AD tomorrow. I'll see if they have one in stock (just to look at).

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nguyenquangdung · 17 October 2017, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by watchgeek5000

in this case maybe a panerai! (smaller than 44mm)

+1

G.D.BeanCounter · 19 October 2016, 10:04 AM

I would suggest Polar White Explorer II, and depending on whether you go pre-owned or new, you'd have a considerable amount left over to put towards your next purchase, while complimenting your current collection.

Nycturbovr6 · 19 October 2016, 10:06 AM

Hulk

watchwatcher · 19 October 2016, 10:27 AM

The new EXP would be my recommendation.

derekstlmo · 19 October 2016, 10:33 AM

hulk

liu_watch · 19 October 2016, 10:37 AM

Does it have to be a Rolex?
If not, options are endless, given the not so constraining criteria. JLC, Blancpain, Glashutte Original, many of their models fall within the 10k range.

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yessir69 · 19 October 2016, 10:41 AM

Don't get a second Rolex. Look at the IWC Ingenieur automatic with a white dial. The new 40mm version.

tifosi · 19 October 2016, 10:57 AM

Speedmaster.

the0thrdude · 19 October 2016, 11:33 AM

Thats a nice lineup of watches there!

As other people have also suggested, maybe an IWC or a Speedmaster.

ajas · 19 October 2016, 11:51 AM

Explorer plus lot of spare cash or white Daytona.

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mmutte · 19 October 2016, 11:53 AM

Blue dial YM

japenney · 19 October 2016, 11:55 AM

New version 214270? A nice simple watch might be just what you need in your collection of "dive cases" and chronograph.

drfaulkner · 19 October 2016, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by japenney

New version 214270? A nice simple watch might be just what you need in your collection of "dive cases" and chronograph.

x2....or maybe a SS DJ

ernie2 · 19 October 2016, 12:06 PM

Iwc 3777

DeeTee · 19 October 2016, 12:38 PM

Datejust 41/II

Pmt2 · 19 October 2016, 12:38 PM

A white face datejust 2 or exp 2 would be nice.

Chewbacca · 19 October 2016, 12:45 PM

you my virtual buddy need to try a Blancpain Bathscaphe.

19 October 2016, 09:40 AM	#1
Dr. Prunesquallor "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Kent Location: Texas, U.S.A. Posts: 611	(Complicated) advice sought for next watch TRF Friends, I'll soon be in a position to consider a new watch. I've included an image of my current small collection to give you an idea of my tastes. I've done a lot of online browsing, and I simply cannot find anything that grabs me. I have some constraints that probably make this more difficult: 1) Nothing more than US$10K or there abouts 2) Nothing bigger than 43mm - skinny wrists 3) I am brand-agnostic as long as it is well respected - automatic movement 4) I like a variety of styles. I'd love a SeaDweller, but the face is identical to my BLNR 5) Don't really need a dress watch, those occasions are few and far between and the Omega suffices. 6) No PM or TT (although No. 1 pretty much takes care of that) I may have over-constrained myself out of an answer, but any help is appreciated. IMG_0491.JPG Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Bond reflected that good Americans were fine people and that most of them seemed to come from Texas." -Ian Fleming, Casino Royale Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600 \| Omega Seamaster 300 MC \| Breitling Navi 01

19 October 2016, 09:48 AM	#5
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,900	(Complicated) advice sought for next watch I think the new Polar Expl. II would fit nicely in your collection plus your budget, and leave some $$$ in your pocket. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

19 October 2016, 10:57 AM	#21
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	Speedmaster. __________________ Russ

19 October 2016, 09:42 AM	#2
JP Chestnut Banned Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ann Arbor MI Watch: Rolex Ref 16600 Posts: 3,908	Previous version white dial Daytona. Shop smart and it could be yours for less than $10,000.

19 October 2016, 09:52 AM	#7
squeaks376 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida Watch: LV Sub Posts: 166	Lv sub!!

19 October 2016, 09:53 AM	#8
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,180	A white dial in the mix could be nice. Between the Daytona or Explorer I would go for the Daytona if one falls into the price range.

19 October 2016, 09:56 AM	#9
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	In this case maybe a Panerai! (Smaller than 44mm)

16 October 2017, 04:33 AM	#11
BrazenC5 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: 1665,1675,1680,SD4 Posts: 1,837	I have small wrists too...I really like the PAM 512. Discontinued, but you're in it for half your ask. I know you mentioned automatic, but should consider manual wind if you're working it though a rotation. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=564418

19 October 2016, 10:07 AM	#12
JayLo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: West Watch: 16710 Posts: 14	First: You have a nice collection! I would suggest the Hulk as you said you like variety.

19 October 2016, 10:04 AM	#15
G.D.BeanCounter Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Watch: Sky DayDate 2 Posts: 1,317	I would suggest Polar White Explorer II, and depending on whether you go pre-owned or new, you'd have a considerable amount left over to put towards your next purchase, while complimenting your current collection.

19 October 2016, 10:06 AM	#16
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Hulk

19 October 2016, 10:27 AM	#17
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,996	The new EXP would be my recommendation.

19 October 2016, 10:33 AM	#18
derekstlmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Derek Location: st louis Watch: Sd4000 Posts: 518	hulk

19 October 2016, 10:37 AM	#19
liu_watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: FL Posts: 667	Does it have to be a Rolex? If not, options are endless, given the not so constraining criteria. JLC, Blancpain, Glashutte Original, many of their models fall within the 10k range. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 October 2016, 10:41 AM	#20
yessir69 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,285	Don't get a second Rolex. Look at the IWC Ingenieur automatic with a white dial. The new 40mm version.

19 October 2016, 11:33 AM	#22
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	Thats a nice lineup of watches there! As other people have also suggested, maybe an IWC or a Speedmaster.

19 October 2016, 11:51 AM	#23
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,146	Explorer plus lot of spare cash or white Daytona. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

19 October 2016, 11:53 AM	#24
mmutte 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: South Posts: 186	Blue dial YM

19 October 2016, 12:06 PM	#27
ernie2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Arnold Location: New York Watch: SD4K+BLNR Posts: 849	Iwc 3777

19 October 2016, 12:38 PM	#28
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	Datejust 41/II

19 October 2016, 12:38 PM	#29
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	A white face datejust 2 or exp 2 would be nice.

19 October 2016, 12:45 PM	#30
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	you my virtual buddy need to try a Blancpain Bathscaphe.

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