The perfect watch, does it really exist???

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by patrike

Do you feel there is such a thing as the perfect watch?

No

[Johny]

perfect with green datewheel.

[jdc]

Yes as long as you don't register on a watch forum

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by JP(Canada)

I have to say, that's one I really miss. Shouldn't have flipped that one...hmmmpf...

I made the mistake of flipping the LV once, I now have another and am wearing it now.

IMO, the watch the is closest to perfection that Rolex makes is the GMT2c, followed by the Ex2 42.

[JohnBoy]

Not for every occasion - thats why Rolex made so many! Ya just gotta go get 'em.

[Fiery]

Originally Posted by patrike

The Patek 5146J-001 would look almost perfect if:
- If they changed the dial and removed the three number markers to the simple sticks

The answer is ... 5146P:



Yeah, I know, it's not yellow gold

[Boothroyd]

Anyways, this one's as close to perfection as I've ever been...

[/QUOTE]

I would say AP Royal Oak SS Black, or the 216570 pictured. But I have my 214270 in reserve. Very difficult to get to one watch.

[QueueCumber]

Originally Posted by Badandy

Then good thing there isn't more perfection in the world.

I try not to confuse mankind's abuse of concepts, in order to control people, with things that mankind cannot begin to comprehend...

[sheldonsmith]

This with a GlideLock clasp. I just posted a separate thread on this here.

-Sheldon

[caryyee]

It's not a question of whether the perfect watch exists, the question should be 'can a WIS can happily live with only one watch for their entire life?'. If the answer is no, then there is no such thing as the perfect watch!

[Z-Sub]

Keep looking, keep buying...

[Vaxe]

Part of the beauty of horology is being able to appreciate the work of others. I consider watches to be similar to paintings in the respect that even though it may not live up to 100% of your definition of perfection, it can be darn close.

You will never obtain 100% perfection unless you craft the item yourself, since no one thinks like you do.

[A.Sharp]

Most of the watches you mentioned are perfect, the imperfection is in us.

Jk I wish the sub c had a smaller clasp, gmtc did have a little less harsh bezel font, and the Daytona could find a way to make the hour markers a bit nicer, having said that I love them all and would be proud to wear any...

[BNA/LION]

36, 24, 36 Perfection and the YG DD 18238 w/ Daimond face.

[Sub Par]

I thought the GMT-C in two tone was the ultimate watch, and bought one off DavidSW without ever having seen one in the flesh but only in photos. Being a 16610 owner, when the 116613 arrived the thick lugs just killed me to look at in comparison, and I really couldn't get use to them. The options were to flip it, keep it and try getting used to it over time, or have the lugs ground down so the case was the same size as my 16610 thinking that then, it would be the perfect watch.

Fortunately, after a few months of casual wear sanity prevailed and it's my favourite now. It's still not the perfect watch though, and I don't think one exists for most people. Which would explain why there's no shortage of folks on this forum with between 2 and a ton of top shelf watches in their possession and they're still scanning the For Sale section daily!.

[Rags]

I think if I had to choose the perfect watch for me it would be a submariner. It's the perfect watch for play & yet can look great with a tux.

[Toivonen]

only one is difficult...

but a low number can be enough to me

SD 16600
3700-3712 or 5711-5712
3970 or 5970
16520 or 6263

but if i have to take only one my choose is SD 16600,best rolex ever to me

[srunyon]

Yachtmaster.....

[QueueCumber]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

Part of the beauty of horology is being able to appreciate the work of others. I consider watches to be similar to paintings in the respect that even though it may not live up to 100% of your definition of perfection, it can be darn close.

You will never obtain 100% perfection unless you craft the item yourself, since no one thinks like you do.

I have a similar philosophy. I don't think perfection exists, but I appreciate watches on their own merits as pieces of fine artistic jewelry and horology (if they have any worth appreciating...). I tend to appreciate a watch more if the movement is unique and not outsourced as well. Though, I think an analogy with prints is more accurate, since paintings are usually one of a kind, while prints have multiple printings (unless we are discussing custom made independent watches, in which case the painting analogy can fit well...).

[mldaytona]

Originally Posted by patrike

Do you feel there is such a thing as the perfect watch?

Yes there is. Actually there are two of 'em:

[WhatTheDeuce]

Originally Posted by goog53

If a Perfect watch existed then nobody would buy multiple watches. Variety is the key

x2 - what fun would a single perfect watch be?

[textech]

Originally Posted by Johny

perfect with green datewheel.

Great looking combo.

[Chris in Melbourne]

Awsome photo, awsome watch! Love it!!

[Polemic]

My dream Rolex is (I've mentioned before a few times in this forum) a Rolex Sea Dweller.

Case: 16600 old style, 116610 new jumbo or 216570. Between 40-42 mm. My only prerequisite is, it must be well proportioned like 16600. It mustn't be very big, small, thin or thick. It must just looks right.

Dial and hands: New style maxi dial hand and hands. No Ring Locs System, Helium Release Valve or similar writings.

Bezel: Ceramic.

Bracelet and Clasp: Solid new bracelet and Glidelock.

Water Resistance: 1220 m is enough, but if possible without changing the case's proportions, higher WR is ok.

In current collection, Submariner and Milgauss is close to perfect for me.

[Joey_V]

I don't know if there is such a thing as a perfect watch but I'm sure a few come pretty darn close.

I would say my GMTIIC is pretty darn close to overall perfection but there are still many things it is missing.

1. There is no RG or WG version
2. No glidelock clasp
3. I wish the green in it was a little more like the Hulk's green rather than being forest green

[caryyee]

Originally Posted by A.Sharp

Most of the watches you mentioned are perfect, the imperfection is in us.

Well said, it was what I was trying to express in my own posting, but you said it much more eloquently!

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by goog53

If a Perfect watch existed then nobody would buy multiple watches. Variety is the key

I only wear one watch: a stainless steel, silver stick dial (with outside roman numeral track,) 16200 DJ. It looks great and classic, and it is very versatile, going from dress to sport, depending on the band used. I guess that it still isn't perfect, though, because I wish mine had the newer oyster strap, but without PCLs. Right now, I'm wearing it on leather, and I'm even experimenting with a NATO, which looks surprisingly good and sport-watch like.

A lot of DJs are fancier, with fluted bezels, fancy dials, gold, Jubilee, diamonds, etc. but I like the way my version blurs the line between dress and sport.

[jay1988]

Originally Posted by mldaytona

Yes there is. Actually there are two of 'em:

Sky moon isn't a water resistant watch. How can a non water resistant watch be perfect ? Any educated person would change it and make it water resistant in case of an accident or wanting to wash your hands. Ergo not a perfect watch.

[Hoppyjr]

My perfect Rolex would be as follows;

- Submariner
- based on 42mm Explorer II case
- lug holes
- maxi dial & hands
- no date
- Glidelock clasp


The new Sub no-date comes close for me, but I'd prefer a little bit larger and more traditional case shape. I'd also love to see a return to a case with lug holes. Rolex could make this happen and even use an aluminum bezel, as a special edition model. I'll keep dreaming......... ;)



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[Saxon007]

A Daytona with the tachymeter on the dial and a rotating 12 hr bezel would not be perfect - nothing is - but it would be nice.