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topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:09 AM

Just like the list of exes. I am sure as a watch enthusiast, you will remember your past watches and amongst those, there will be one that was your first 'serious' watch. Just like your first serious gf after a few puppy love

In any case, don't bother too much with the definition of 'serious'. Because I want to know why you define it as 'serious'.

Mine was the Tag Heuer Kirium.

Before the Tag, I had a string of Casios, a Swatch, a Seiko and a Citizen.

To me, the Tag was my first serious watch because it was it was a graduation gift from my parents and my first adult sized SS watch. I said adult sized SS watch is because my very first watch when I was 7 was a SS Casio, the bracelet resembles a jubliee bracelet

I wear the Tag regularly for 9 years until I acquired the GMT IIc with my own moolah. From time to time, I rotate the Tag with my GMT IIc. I still love the Kirium to bits.

So what's your story prior to the Rolex?

wantonebad · 23 September 2011, 06:09 AM

Omega Seamaster, also had an Oris but only for a about a month, the Titanium didn't work for me.

Still miss the Seamaster:

To be fair the Seamaster was my "gateway" watch because I could see what a difference a high-end swiss movement meant for everyday wear. The Seiko's and Casio's I owned before the Seamaster just don't match up.

dddrees · 23 September 2011, 06:11 AM

The GMTIIC was my first luxury watch.

bradbyrd1110 · 23 September 2011, 06:12 AM

Omega Seamster 300m Professional. I'm a Bond fan.

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:13 AM

do you guys still retain your first 'serious' watch?

Danand · 23 September 2011, 06:14 AM

TAG 2000 Professional, midsize, almost 20 years ago. Wore it daily until I got my subc last year. I resized it for my 10 year old son. He wears it in rotation with his Lego watch.
Btw my very first watch (also age 7) was a very basic Timex, with a stretchy bracelet. Problem was I needed to wear it almost at my elbow my arm was so slim. By the way it keeps on ticking (as long as it's wound). Lousy timekeeper though. Needs servicing.

SR/1 · 23 September 2011, 06:15 AM

I've had two Omegas..

wantonebad · 23 September 2011, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by topgear

do you guys still retain your first 'serious' watch?

Not me, my wife "rations" my play money so that has made me a serial flipper! That is until recently, I've settled on my TT Sub and a SS Daytona.

chazha · 23 September 2011, 06:16 AM

Omega SM 2231.80 Titanium

Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

Al1988 · 23 September 2011, 06:16 AM

Omega Seamaster Pro for me.

Beautiful watch, was my daily wearer until it was stolen

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rad87gn · 23 September 2011, 06:17 AM

Casios, Seikos, and Citizens was it before I dove right into Rolex. I got the Omegas and Pam after I got tired of buying Rolex.

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:21 AM

It appears that Omegas and Tags are the common stepping stone prior to Rolex.

Although I must say that Omega is still a very nice alternative with Rolex.

I personally do not really like the current Tags.

Annan · 23 September 2011, 06:22 AM

Prior to Rolex I have had two "serious" watches and really can't pick one over the other.

1. A gold Elgin my grandfather gave me in 1966 for my graduation from high school...still have it, still runs but needs a cleaning service.

2. A gold (plated) Lucien Piccard I bought new in 1973/74. This thing looked very much like a Rolex President and I think I paid about $200, a big sum back then. I've had it serviced several times, replaced the crown once, gave it to my dad about 10 years ago and he still has it.

Lion · 23 September 2011, 06:24 AM

I've had many watches through the years and remember the first digital watches but my first semi-expensive watch was a Tag Heuer Formula 1. I no longer own it since buying my second Rolex and my friend now owns it!!!

Coffee Mug · 23 September 2011, 06:25 AM

This one (I often regret having sold it):

subtona · 23 September 2011, 06:26 AM

thats all relative,

every watch was serious, it was the best i could afford and the style that was just right for me at the time.... but then we evolve and here we are.

started with digital watch with the coolest red led numbers..... a few others then i found a seiko diver that was perfect.... to a tag-heuer.... to a omega.... to a sub... and here ive been.

nauticajoe · 23 September 2011, 06:27 AM

IWC Pilot Chrono.

Numismatist · 23 September 2011, 06:28 AM

Omega Seamaster Aquaterra 2500 movement, silver dial. Nice, but not nice enough. NEEDED a Rolex!

azguy · 23 September 2011, 06:30 AM

Omega Seamaster Professional- Still wear it everyday !

Danand · 23 September 2011, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by topgear

I personally do not really like the current Tags.

I don't know if you've seen them but the new (just released) Link series are quite nice. Much nicer bracelet especially, and nice dial designs. At their prices they would be a nice "first" nice watch for those not in the Rolex market.

BMWMDRIVER · 23 September 2011, 06:32 AM

Zenith Chronomaster T El Primero in SS.

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

IWC Pilot Chrono.

I do not know much about IWC but this is definitely something as expensive, if not more expensive than a SS sports model Rolex.

thankfully no one said PP is their first serious watch before the Rolex.

Danand · 23 September 2011, 06:33 AM

Btw how many times can one person say nice in one post?
(it's nice to be nice to the nice"- Major Frank Burns, MASH)

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danand

I don't know if you've seen them but the new (just released) Link series are quite nice. Much nicer bracelet especially, and nice dial designs. At their prices they would be a nice "first" nice watch for those not in the Rolex market.

Ok I must admit that I have not been browsing at Tags lately. I will check it out when I head to the malls during the weekend

rosspanics · 23 September 2011, 06:35 AM

Omega Speedmaster Day/ Date. Still have it. Always will until I pass it down. Its the watch I wore at my wedding and when my son was born.

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:36 AM

I nearly bought a PAM 0 a few months before I bought the GMT IIC. But I held off the purchase because it is not a Rolex. :rolf:

I still like the Pam 0 and hope to own it some day.

topgear · 23 September 2011, 06:37 AM

I am glad that I still held on to my Tag although many friends suggested that I sell it. They said I will not wear it often with the Rolex in the scene. I also noticed that those who sell the 1st serious watch tend to regret it later.

Onikage · 23 September 2011, 06:41 AM

I won't seel my Omega even though it doesn't see any wrist time anymore. I spent a good 9 years constantly with it. That counts for something.

BH13GMT · 23 September 2011, 06:42 AM

Late 60's Tudor Advisor

chronoman · 23 September 2011, 06:43 AM

a TAG F1 Chronograph. Orange face. Still have it.

23 September 2011, 06:09 AM	#1
topgear "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Middle East Watch: 116710 LN, PAM390 Posts: 889	What was your 1st 'serious' watch before Rolex? Just like the list of exes. I am sure as a watch enthusiast, you will remember your past watches and amongst those, there will be one that was your first 'serious' watch. Just like your first serious gf after a few puppy love In any case, don't bother too much with the definition of 'serious'. Because I want to know why you define it as 'serious'. Mine was the Tag Heuer Kirium. Before the Tag, I had a string of Casios, a Swatch, a Seiko and a Citizen. To me, the Tag was my first serious watch because it was it was a graduation gift from my parents and my first adult sized SS watch. I said adult sized SS watch is because my very first watch when I was 7 was a SS Casio, the bracelet resembles a jubliee bracelet I wear the Tag regularly for 9 years until I acquired the GMT IIc with my own moolah. From time to time, I rotate the Tag with my GMT IIc. I still love the Kirium to bits. So what's your story prior to the Rolex?

23 September 2011, 06:09 AM	#2
wantonebad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,851	Omega Seamaster, also had an Oris but only for a about a month, the Titanium didn't work for me. Still miss the Seamaster: To be fair the Seamaster was my "gateway" watch because I could see what a difference a high-end swiss movement meant for everyday wear. The Seiko's and Casio's I owned before the Seamaster just don't match up. __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

23 September 2011, 06:11 AM	#3
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	The GMTIIC was my first luxury watch. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 September 2011, 06:16 AM	#9
chazha "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: ChairmanMao Location: NY, US Watch: mickey watch Posts: 837	Omega SM 2231.80 Titanium Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk __________________ I am always single, even when I am married.

23 September 2011, 06:17 AM	#11
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Casios, Seikos, and Citizens was it before I dove right into Rolex. I got the Omegas and Pam after I got tired of buying Rolex. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

23 September 2011, 06:12 AM	#4
bradbyrd1110 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: 1110 Location: East Coast Watch: 126710BLNR Posts: 324	Omega Seamster 300m Professional. I'm a Bond fan.

23 September 2011, 06:13 AM	#5
topgear "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Middle East Watch: 116710 LN, PAM390 Posts: 889	do you guys still retain your first 'serious' watch?

23 September 2011, 06:14 AM	#6
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	TAG 2000 Professional, midsize, almost 20 years ago. Wore it daily until I got my subc last year. I resized it for my 10 year old son. He wears it in rotation with his Lego watch. Btw my very first watch (also age 7) was a very basic Timex, with a stretchy bracelet. Problem was I needed to wear it almost at my elbow my arm was so slim. By the way it keeps on ticking (as long as it's wound). Lousy timekeeper though. Needs servicing.

23 September 2011, 06:15 AM	#7
SR/1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 113	I've had two Omegas..

23 September 2011, 06:16 AM	#10
Al1988 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: New York City Watch: Watch Posts: 1,002	Omega Seamaster Pro for me. Beautiful watch, was my daily wearer until it was stolen :

23 September 2011, 06:21 AM	#12
topgear "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Middle East Watch: 116710 LN, PAM390 Posts: 889	It appears that Omegas and Tags are the common stepping stone prior to Rolex. Although I must say that Omega is still a very nice alternative with Rolex. I personally do not really like the current Tags.

23 September 2011, 06:22 AM	#13
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,180	Prior to Rolex I have had two "serious" watches and really can't pick one over the other. 1. A gold Elgin my grandfather gave me in 1966 for my graduation from high school...still have it, still runs but needs a cleaning service. 2. A gold (plated) Lucien Piccard I bought new in 1973/74. This thing looked very much like a Rolex President and I think I paid about $200, a big sum back then. I've had it serviced several times, replaced the crown once, gave it to my dad about 10 years ago and he still has it.

23 September 2011, 06:24 AM	#14
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I've had many watches through the years and remember the first digital watches but my first semi-expensive watch was a Tag Heuer Formula 1. I no longer own it since buying my second Rolex and my friend now owns it!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

23 September 2011, 06:25 AM	#15
Coffee Mug "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 27	This one (I often regret having sold it):

23 September 2011, 06:26 AM	#16
subtona 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,771	thats all relative, every watch was serious, it was the best i could afford and the style that was just right for me at the time.... but then we evolve and here we are. started with digital watch with the coolest red led numbers..... a few others then i found a seiko diver that was perfect.... to a tag-heuer.... to a omega.... to a sub... and here ive been. __________________

23 September 2011, 06:27 AM	#17
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	IWC Pilot Chrono.

23 September 2011, 06:28 AM	#18
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Omega Seamaster Aquaterra 2500 movement, silver dial. Nice, but not nice enough. NEEDED a Rolex! __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

23 September 2011, 06:30 AM	#19
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Omega Seamaster Professional- Still wear it everyday !

23 September 2011, 06:32 AM	#21
BMWMDRIVER Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA Watch: 16030, 116710LN Posts: 82	Zenith Chronomaster T El Primero in SS.

23 September 2011, 06:33 AM	#23
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	Btw how many times can one person say nice in one post? (it's nice to be nice to the nice"- Major Frank Burns, MASH)

23 September 2011, 06:35 AM	#25
rosspanics "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Rocky Mountains Watch: Exp2, Exp1 Posts: 727	Omega Speedmaster Day/ Date. Still have it. Always will until I pass it down. Its the watch I wore at my wedding and when my son was born.

23 September 2011, 06:36 AM	#26
topgear "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Middle East Watch: 116710 LN, PAM390 Posts: 889	I nearly bought a PAM 0 a few months before I bought the GMT IIC. But I held off the purchase because it is not a Rolex. :rolf: I still like the Pam 0 and hope to own it some day.

23 September 2011, 06:37 AM	#27
topgear "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Middle East Watch: 116710 LN, PAM390 Posts: 889	I am glad that I still held on to my Tag although many friends suggested that I sell it. They said I will not wear it often with the Rolex in the scene. I also noticed that those who sell the 1st serious watch tend to regret it later.

23 September 2011, 06:41 AM	#28
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	I won't seel my Omega even though it doesn't see any wrist time anymore. I spent a good 9 years constantly with it. That counts for something. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

23 September 2011, 06:42 AM	#29
BH13GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: UK, Dorset Watch: and learn Posts: 2,636	Late 60's Tudor Advisor Attached Images __________________ Rolex Sub 1680, Rolex GMT 116710LN, Rolex Datejust 16220 Salmon Dial (the Mrs), Tudor BB58, Tudor Pelagos Blue and Several Seiko's ************************************************ *************** "last one in the chopper is a rotten egg" Jonathan Quayle Higgins III

23 September 2011, 06:43 AM	#30
chronoman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Midwest, U.S.A. Watch: 116520 & 3570.50 Posts: 255	a TAG F1 Chronograph. Orange face. Still have it.

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