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Old 14 July 2019, 05:26 AM   #31
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keep saving and don't settle, if Rolex is what you want.
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Old 14 July 2019, 05:29 AM   #32
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You've saved up 3-4K. Saving another 2K opens up a whole lot more possibilities. If that's not possible, my pick would be the hesalite speedmaster or a Tudor, any BB or Pelagos, whatever sings to you the best.
Enjoy the hunt.
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Old 14 July 2019, 05:56 AM   #33
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Tudor or omega but make sure to try them on and go with what you like
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Old 14 July 2019, 07:04 AM   #34
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You can't go wrong with either a Tudor or Omega. The Pelagos is one of my favorite watches and gets more wrist time than any of my Rolex.
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Old 14 July 2019, 07:09 AM   #35
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What about an OP 36 or an Air-King 14000/14000M?
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Old 14 July 2019, 07:13 AM   #36
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I’d go Black Bay 58 plus a used Speedy Reduced. Two watches that represent fantastic value for money and a lot of watch for £4K


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Old 14 July 2019, 07:16 AM   #37
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I want to buy a quality timepiece, have budgeted 3-4k and have been looking at used/maybe new Tudor Pelagos or Northflag, or used Rolex Datejust with movement reference 1500.
if you were standing in my shoes....
would you consider a modern Tudor or vintage Rolex Datejust????
I would like to know what your choice would and why or if you can offer a suggestion. thx!!
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Old 14 July 2019, 07:40 AM   #38
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+1 for saving up a bit more for a Rolex


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Old 14 July 2019, 07:47 AM   #39
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Either Omega or Grand Seiko, I'd skip the old DJ or Tudor
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Old 14 July 2019, 07:47 AM   #40
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If you want a Rolex, nothing else will scratch the itch. Save more for an OP or DJ, maybe a Explorer I or II.

If you want a nice watch, Tudor or Omega all day long.
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Old 14 July 2019, 09:30 AM   #41
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Stay away from vintage for sure. Best advice I can give is try the watches on. Everyone gets so excited at how the watches look, they forget that you will actually be wearing the thing. What fits someone else may not fit you.
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Old 14 July 2019, 09:59 AM   #42
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Sounds like you really would prefer a Rolex. I’d say save a few $$ more (2-3k or so) and get a nice DJ.
I would agree, I think nothing but the crown will satisfy the OP, so save a little more for an Oyster Perpetual 39mm, Explorer or smooth bezel Datejust 41mm. If you just can't wait then an Omega Speedmaster or Seamaster 300M are fabulous classics. As well, the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight is a great choice. Good luck in your search and enjoy the hunt. Cheers!
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Old 14 July 2019, 10:05 AM   #43
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I'd get the Pelagos or the SMP 2018 and call it a day. I think rule of the thumb is if you're asking a question like this, you're not in the position to get an old watch like this, because the only reason you want one is it looks very similar to the new Rolex you like. It doesn't feel similar though.
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