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eamonn345 · 11 December 2013, 06:30 AM

Hello guys

I'm looking for a leather strap watch to be used mainly for work (dress code: suits and smart casual) that I can also sometimes wear during the weekend.

I already have an AP 15400 (blue), reverso grande duo and a gmt master 2.

Any recommendations? Budget is up to 15kUSD (£10,000).

Apart from a portuguese automatic power reserve, I am struggling for ideas.

Thanks in advance!

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subtona · 11 December 2013, 06:41 AM

Sub w lugholes.

tfly212 · 11 December 2013, 06:50 AM

The multitude of straps combos available for Panerais is one of my favorite things about those watches. You can swap between croc, distressed leather, carbon fiber, etc and get a different t look every time. I have worn an 88 GMT under the exact conditions you describe for years...just not in the last few weeks since I picked up a Daytona :-)

From my Note 2 running Beans 21

acr · 11 December 2013, 06:50 AM

Preowned WG Daytona on strap?

gmlomas · 11 December 2013, 06:54 AM

I have and love the Portuguese. Get the 7 day, if you want something more dressy, JLC MUT. Not sure you can find a preowned Calatrava or Saxonia for that money, if so, those would be good options as well.

If want something more sporty, Cartier Santos 100 on gold and ss is really nice. If you are a PAM fan maybe you want to loo at the Radiomir line.

Good luck...so many options

eamonn345 · 11 December 2013, 06:55 AM

Thanks. Looking for a on-rolex preferably. Did have a look at the MUT but the date section was difficult to read. Thanks for the other suggestions!

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kilyung · 11 December 2013, 08:23 AM

Look at the Cellinis. Some nice models and you wouldn't be following the rest of the herd.

landroverking · 11 December 2013, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acr

Preowned WG Daytona on strap?

Great choice IMO.

madgoncalves · 11 December 2013, 09:57 AM

In addition to the IWC, maybe check out the Glashutte Senator, or Zenith EP.

sncarney18 · 11 December 2013, 11:04 AM

Omega Aqua Tera on the strap. My favorite is the Golf model. Black face with green accents. Looks great on black strap or bracelet and easily changed. IWC Pilot comes to mind also.

GerardoG · 11 December 2013, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acr

Preowned WG Daytona on strap?

X3

southtexas · 11 December 2013, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Sub w lugholes.

Make that Vintage sub with lug holes.

venom43 · 11 December 2013, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Look at the Cellinis. Some nice models and you wouldn't be following the rest of the herd.

I agree....and black mop looks great with a strap.

Al1969 · 11 December 2013, 03:23 PM

Panerais.

gmlomas · 11 December 2013, 03:29 PM

I think R Cellini might be to dressy for it seems you are looking for. I would honestly stick with the IWC.

I am not sure Rolex makes what you are looking for. Other than the Daytona on leather

sgmgolf · 11 December 2013, 11:23 PM

IWC Spitfire Chrono gets my vote!

jjnd08 · 12 December 2013, 12:07 AM

OP said he wanted a Rolex, not another brand.

If you like a 36mm, go with a used DD. If you want a larger watch, maybe get a DJ2 with a white gold fluted bezel and throw a strap on it.

carnut335 · 12 December 2013, 12:07 AM

^^ Exactly what I was thinking...

jvo300 · 12 December 2013, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eamonn345

Thanks. Looking for a on-rolex preferably. Did have a look at the MUT but the date section was difficult to read. Thanks for the other suggestions!

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I'm going to assume you mean a non-Rolex since you mentioned the MUT. I would suggest you look at Cartier Tanks.

Grey.Coupe · 12 December 2013, 04:58 AM

RG DD looks great on an alligator strap...Stingray, too, if the color is right.

eeh100773 · 12 December 2013, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Sub w lugholes.

x2

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Mystro · 12 December 2013, 05:07 AM

No contest. Panerai.

11 December 2013, 06:30 AM	#1
eamonn345 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: London Watch: AP 15400 blue dial Posts: 339	Most versatile leather strap watch?? Hello guys I'm looking for a leather strap watch to be used mainly for work (dress code: suits and smart casual) that I can also sometimes wear during the weekend. I already have an AP 15400 (blue), reverso grande duo and a gmt master 2. Any recommendations? Budget is up to 15kUSD (£10,000). Apart from a portuguese automatic power reserve, I am struggling for ideas. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 December 2013, 06:41 AM	#2
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,551	Sub w lugholes. __________________

11 December 2013, 03:23 PM	#14
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,638	Panerais. __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

12 December 2013, 05:07 AM	#22
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,468	No contest. Panerai. __________________

11 December 2013, 06:50 AM	#3
tfly212 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Terry Location: New York City Watch: Daytona or BLNR Posts: 491	The multitude of straps combos available for Panerais is one of my favorite things about those watches. You can swap between croc, distressed leather, carbon fiber, etc and get a different t look every time. I have worn an 88 GMT under the exact conditions you describe for years...just not in the last few weeks since I picked up a Daytona :-) From my Note 2 running Beans 21

11 December 2013, 06:50 AM	#4
acr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mo Location: Tampa Bay Watch: GMT Posts: 280	Preowned WG Daytona on strap?

11 December 2013, 06:54 AM	#5
gmlomas Banned Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Guillermo Location: Bangkok Watch: IWC, PAM, Rolex Posts: 310	I have and love the Portuguese. Get the 7 day, if you want something more dressy, JLC MUT. Not sure you can find a preowned Calatrava or Saxonia for that money, if so, those would be good options as well. If want something more sporty, Cartier Santos 100 on gold and ss is really nice. If you are a PAM fan maybe you want to loo at the Radiomir line. Good luck...so many options

11 December 2013, 06:55 AM	#6
eamonn345 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: London Watch: AP 15400 blue dial Posts: 339	Thanks. Looking for a on-rolex preferably. Did have a look at the MUT but the date section was difficult to read. Thanks for the other suggestions! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 December 2013, 08:23 AM	#7
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Look at the Cellinis. Some nice models and you wouldn't be following the rest of the herd.

11 December 2013, 09:57 AM	#9
madgoncalves Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: NYC Watch: '85 1680, AP RO Posts: 148	In addition to the IWC, maybe check out the Glashutte Senator, or Zenith EP.

11 December 2013, 11:04 AM	#10
sncarney18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: South Jersey Watch: Rolex and Omega Posts: 277	Omega Aqua Tera on the strap. My favorite is the Golf model. Black face with green accents. Looks great on black strap or bracelet and easily changed. IWC Pilot comes to mind also.

11 December 2013, 03:29 PM	#15
gmlomas Banned Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Guillermo Location: Bangkok Watch: IWC, PAM, Rolex Posts: 310	I think R Cellini might be to dressy for it seems you are looking for. I would honestly stick with the IWC. I am not sure Rolex makes what you are looking for. Other than the Daytona on leather

11 December 2013, 11:23 PM	#16
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: MA Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,372	IWC Spitfire Chrono gets my vote!

12 December 2013, 12:07 AM	#17
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	OP said he wanted a Rolex, not another brand. If you like a 36mm, go with a used DD. If you want a larger watch, maybe get a DJ2 with a white gold fluted bezel and throw a strap on it.

12 December 2013, 12:07 AM	#18
carnut335 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: GMTII-BLNR Posts: 144	^^ Exactly what I was thinking...

12 December 2013, 04:58 AM	#20
Grey.Coupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NC, USA Posts: 555	RG DD looks great on an alligator strap...Stingray, too, if the color is right.

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