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13 April 2021, 08:29 AM | #91 |
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Another vote for Omega!!!
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13 April 2021, 12:02 PM | #92 |
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13 April 2021, 12:30 PM | #93 |
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Pre-owned speed sapphire sandwich. Can't go wrong with that starting point.
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14 April 2021, 12:12 AM | #95 |
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Rolex, but it's a very personal decision.
I've written tongue in cheek about this before. But in my experience only a minority of people love chasing great values from emerging or established brands not named Rolex. The majority of those with the budget are not satisfied until they scratch the Rolex itch. For better or for worse. Just keep this in mind. You could "jump the line" of sophistication by saving a bit more for a pre-owned Jaeger LeCoultre. |
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As said before: Tudor, Omega, Seiko, Grand Seiko. With their recent releases, I’d add Citizen to that list. Also JLC and IWC.
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14 April 2021, 12:54 AM | #97 |
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I second (or third) all the recommendations for an Omega Speedmaster. With the history and the ability to dress it up (a bit) and down (a lot), t's a great first watch in that price range. A very cool, timeless classic for starting out.
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14 April 2021, 07:16 AM | #98 |
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I like Nomos for a fun casual piece that you can wear anywhere, and Omega for more sporty watches at this price point. For a one and done I like Omega in particular.
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14 April 2021, 01:45 PM | #100 |
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Great advice; thanks to everyone for their input. I can always learn from this forum & appreciate hearing your thoughts.
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Omega is a very respected watch company that makes quality watches. A lot of people here have a lot of respect for Omega watches. However their market price is often quite lower than their list price. So some people recommend buying it "pre-owned".
Tudor gets a lot of respect here although they don't have the same history as the Omega. |
17 April 2021, 02:18 PM | #102 |
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In this price range, I think Omega offers a great watch and something for everyone, whether it be a chronograph, a diver, a field watch, an everyday watch, or a dressy watch.
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17 April 2021, 08:45 PM | #103 |
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Speedmaster
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18 April 2021, 12:15 AM | #104 |
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Tudor, Omega, Zenith, Nomos
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15 September 2021, 06:06 PM | #106 |
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If he is just getting into watches I would suggest that he cut his budget a bit. I would start with Seiko or Hamilton depending on what he is into. The Hamilton Khaki Field Watch or the Seiko SPB143.
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17 September 2021, 12:03 PM | #107 |
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For 5k, an Omega Seamaster.
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17 September 2021, 12:16 PM | #108 |
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I agree with the "save for what you really want" philosophy but the OP never said his friend specifically wanted a Rolex. Just a good entry level watch under $5K.
Given the crazy Rolex prices and lack of availability there are certainly lots of other great watches to consider. I would put Omega at the top of that list. Great designs, great movements, great name. Good hunting. |
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17 September 2021, 11:24 PM | #110 |
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Breitling, Grand Seiko, Omega, Oris, Tudor
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... (Reposted on a thread I'd already posted on.)
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20 September 2021, 03:26 AM | #113 |
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I know this is now an old thread, but send him out shopping himself, so he can get what he actually likes.
When I was a young grad with the world in my sights, a 36mm OP would have been the absolute least appealing, blandest watch that I could imagine. Buying one because "internet", would have made no sense. I would rather get a Tag that I genuinely liked, resale value and TRF snobbery be damned. If value retention is a concern, and everything< Rolex, but you don't want Rolex, buy a pre owned whatever from a reputable secondary seller. Otherwise Speedy Pro.
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20 September 2021, 03:34 AM | #114 |
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Tudor BB41....great value, great watch.
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20 September 2021, 04:50 AM | #115 |
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JLC, Omega, IWC are good if you can find some good ones in the secondary market
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20 September 2021, 05:11 AM | #116 |
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I started with Breitling and then IWC and it was all downhill from there :)
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20 September 2021, 05:33 AM | #117 |
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25 September 2021, 11:40 PM | #118 |
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Tudor is a great brand for sub $5000.....Also look at Ball....Maybe a brand that isn't as well known...but they use the same kind of steel that Rolex uses and has really sweet tritium dials.
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26 September 2021, 04:36 AM | #119 |
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Omega, followed by Breitling. These are as good as Rolex, without the snobbery, for a young guy.
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26 September 2021, 05:10 AM | #120 |
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I think all solid suggestions above, I would echo those for Nomos.
Great looking, well made watches with a range covering dress to sports. They have a unique design aesthetic that feels very modern, without looking out of place in most everyday situations. Also an interesting independent brand that might generate a bit more of a personal connection to the watch and brand. Also, depending on what the young graduate does and where they are in their career, wearing a watch that most non-watch folk will never have heard of might be a positive vs something that is more widely recognised as a “luxury watch”. |
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