Triple Date/ Annual Calendar/ HELP: Budget $10,000

[pandatime]

Hello all thanks for taking the time to read my post and help me out. Budget of around $10,000 but wouldn't mind going over budget if it is "worth" it.

Here are a few things I'm looking for in my next watch.
-New or pre-owned in excellent condition.
-Triple date (annual calendar preferred but not necessary, perpetual too expensive?)
-No black dial (have Rolex BLNR gorgeous watch, looking for some variety on watch dial color.)
-Somewhat dressier watch.
-Prefer stainless steel band but leather is fine too.

Here is an example of what I'm for (and would most likely buy in future) but would like to see if there is any hidden gem I haven't uncovered yet (with help from you wonderful and knowledgeable folks.)
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[PJ S]

There can be only one (sorry for the movie quote) – Glashutte Original PC.
If buying from a European seller, remember to divide the price by 1.2 to get a close approximation of the export price, which you'll need to add on any local import duty and sales tax.
The Karree is an option if you like the Reverso/Tonneau case look, to give it a definite dressy style.

The only real alternative is the JLC – https://www.chrono24.co.uk/jaegerlec...-id2989503.htm – but I personally wouldn't consider it.

[cervantes]

How about a JLC master Calendar?

[SpunkyQ8]

+1 on Jlc

[jjnd08]

Originally Posted by cervantes

How about a JLC master Calendar?

This was going to be my vote too.

[mps354]

I like the reverso annual calendar

[osamu]

My favorite are the JLC Master Calendar (although I love the meteorite dial, but might be out of your price range new). I also like the Zenith triple date moon phase, in a poor man's 5970 sort of way.

[daytonaTBR]

Agree w others who mention jlc

[pandatime]

Originally Posted by cervantes

How about a JLC master Calendar?

This was what my attached photo was suppose to be (was my first post so still learning.) Great minds think alike lol

I'm very much interested in the JLC Master Calendar and plan on buying it in the future. Just keeping my options open and seeing what's out there.

[pandatime]

Originally Posted by PJ S

There can be only one (sorry for the movie quote) – Glashutte Original PC.
If buying from a European seller, remember to divide the price by 1.2 to get a close approximation of the export price, which you'll need to add on any local import duty and sales tax.
The Karree is an option if you like the Reverso/Tonneau case look, to give it a definite dressy style.

The only real alternative is the JLC – https://www.chrono24.co.uk/jaegerlec...-id2989503.htm – but I personally wouldn't consider it.

Wow!!! A perpetual calendar for $10,000. Luckily I live near NYC so will definitely be heading to a AD soon. Great suggestion!!!

The Karree (rectangle case) not really my style.

[pandatime]

Originally Posted by osamu

My favorite are the JLC Master Calendar (although I love the meteorite dial, but might be out of your price range new). I also like the Zenith triple date moon phase, in a poor man's 5970 sort of way.

That Zenith moonphase is and absolute beauty!!! Definitely making my rethink my original choice (JLC Master Calendar) which is what I wanted as I want to see what other gorgeous watch I might be skimping over.

Guys/Gals thanks for the suggestion please keep them coming!!! And if I didn't reply to whomever that replied to my thread please know it's not cause I don't want to but I don't know how to . How do I quote multiple people as to not clutter up the thread?

[PJ S]

Use the middle button on the bottom right of each reply, except for the last person you want to quote – that's when you select the quote button.

[jjnd08]

Originally Posted by osamu

My favorite are the JLC Master Calendar (although I love the meteorite dial, but might be out of your price range new). I also like the Zenith triple date moon phase, in a poor man's 5970 sort of way.

I'd be all over that Zenith if they had incorporated the date around the moonphase or put it somewhere else on the dial. I hate it by itself below the 4 and 5.

To me, it just looks like they forget to include it in the design and just put it somewhere at the last second.

This watch is so close, but yet, so very far...

[cervantes]

Which Zenith? The 410 or the Captain Annual Calendar?

[osamu]

I was thinking of this one:



Not sure the reference. I also really like the one with the round pushers and the stick dial. Both look pretty good to me.

[lapince]

I prefer the Glashutte on this one

[cervantes]

Originally Posted by osamu

I was thinking of this one:



Not sure the reference. I also really like the one with the round pushers and the stick dial. Both look pretty good to me.

That's the older 410. I have the new one, a little cleaner and sportier.

[CWIN]

Given your budget and desire to add a calendar watch, I feel you'd be hard pressed to find anything better than the JLC Master Calendar or an older JLC perpetual. Both can be had below your budget. I had the new Master Calendar for months and liked it a lot. It has long been sold though but I picked up an older JLC perpetual at a fantastic price. They can be found close to your budget if you look.

[cervantes]

Originally Posted by CWIN

Given your budget and desire to add a calendar watch, I feel you'd be hard pressed to find anything better than the JLC Master Calendar or an older JLC perpetual. Both can be had below your budget. I had the new Master Calendar for months and liked it a lot. It has long been sold though but I picked up an older JLC perpetual at a fantastic price. They can be found close to your budget if you look.

I concur. The master calendar and the MUT perpetual are excellent watches - refined, classy, and timeless. If you could find a used jlc perpetual that would be a score.

[srvrf]

Not sure if this qualifies, but these IWC perpetual calendar chronographs are in your range preowned.


This one is Govbergs


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[pandatime]

Originally Posted by jjnd08

I'd be all over that Zenith if they had incorporated the date around the moonphase or put it somewhere else on the dial. I hate it by itself below the 4 and 5.

To me, it just looks like they forget to include it in the design and just put it somewhere at the last second.

This watch is so close, but yet, so very far...

I know exactly what you mean but I still love the look of the watch.

Originally Posted by cervantes

Which Zenith? The 410 or the Captain Annual Calendar?

Love the dial of the 410 and the moonphase but the annual calendar is very tempting for the similar price I see on GM.

Originally Posted by lapince

I prefer the Glashutte on this one

Spending a day in NYC to do some window shopping definitely checking on some GO.

Originally Posted by cervantes

That's the older 410. I have the new one, a little cleaner and sportier.

Love the new rounded pusher but I happen to think that look dressier. How often do you wear the watch and any problems so far? Oh and how how fast/slow is it running. Thanks.

Originally Posted by CWIN

Given your budget and desire to add a calendar watch, I feel you'd be hard pressed to find anything better than the JLC Master Calendar or an older JLC perpetual. Both can be had below your budget. I had the new Master Calendar for months and liked it a lot. It has long been sold though but I picked up an older JLC perpetual at a fantastic price. They can be found close to your budget if you look.

Haha my search for a tri date all started when I first lay eye on the JLC Master Calendar. Such a gorgeous watch.

Originally Posted by cervantes

I concur. The master calendar and the MUT perpetual are excellent watches - refined, classy, and timeless. If you could find a used jlc perpetual that would be a score.

I would definitely keep and eye out but a few questions.
Where would I find a reliable used watch? (authenticity)
Personally how much below brand new with AD discount would you guys even consider going pre owned? (Considering warranty)

[pandatime]

IDK why my replies was pending approval by moderator. (say something wrong?)

I found a great price on a Captain Windsor. Would I be able to change the leather strap to SS as I'm looking for an everyday watch and I'm somewhat rough and shower with my watch on. (Zenith OEM band or aftermarket)

I will be in NYC doing some window shopping so I will be sure to check out as many of your guy's suggestion as I possibly could!!!

[PJ S]

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