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Silverfever · 16 October 2013, 12:37 PM

I'm in the market for a dress watch with a leather strap with a budget of 15k.
I currently own the Sub Ceramic Date, GMTIIc, daytona white dial and the DJII. All 4 on SS bands. Would you recommend I stick with Rolex or switch to another brand. Right now the 2 other brands I'm considering are IWC or JLC. I looked at a"low" end PP at around $25k but the PP just didnt quite sing to me. All thoughts and input appreciated.

CWIN · 16 October 2013, 12:39 PM

I would switch it up a little. It's always nice to have variety. Can't go wrong with either IWC or JLC. I'm also a fan of AP, Panerai, and Omega among others.

VICI · 16 October 2013, 12:39 PM

I would absolutely consider IWC - their 7 day is a very nice piece.

Have you looked at Audemars piguet? IMO, they are in another league.

DJJon · 16 October 2013, 12:41 PM

I suggest you try them on at the respective ADs, ask about pricing and discounting, and carefully move forward.

Consider the metals involved. Do you prefer Yellow Gold? How about White Gold or Rose Gold?

Finally how about moving one of the 4 Rolexes to a Rolex leather strap, from the Rolex AD? A lot cheaper and the Daytona and DJII will look terrific, provided you ask the AD to also supply the proper leather band end links to fill in 'the gap'?

Good luck and Happy Hunting !

Silverfever · 16 October 2013, 12:53 PM

Thank you everyone for your input. I like either SS or White Gold. Somehow the AP Roo just doesn't sing to me. I'm actually thinking about the JLC Master Ultra Thin s/s perpetual calendar but it's $19k.

Le Chef · 16 October 2013, 02:10 PM

Take a look at the AP Royal Oak 15400 in ss for an icon, JLC Reverso or Master Grande Taille for classics both in ss. Look at IWC Portuguese Chrono - beautiful in ss with rose gold numerals and hands. Any of these would be keepers. The 1st three all have in house movements.

tavv160 · 16 October 2013, 02:31 PM

If you are looking for a dress watch I would highly recommend the JLC Ultra Thin Moonphase 39mm. In SS it retails for about $9k (before discount and 20% discount on JLC can be expected), and I think that is great value for money. You will get a true in-house dress watch by one of the most respected manufactures out there. IWC makes very nice watches as well, but IMO JLC is in another league.

Here is an article on the watch:
http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2011/5/...thin-moon.html

mrhy · 16 October 2013, 02:44 PM

Send me private message,there is member on forum can get you ULC for great deal he is an authorized dealer

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Silverfever · 16 October 2013, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silverfever

I'm in the market for a dress watch with a leather strap with a budget of 15k.
I currently own the Sub Ceramic Date, GMTIIc, daytona white dial and the DJII. All 4 on SS bands. Would you recommend I stick with Rolex or switch to another brand. Right now the 2 other brands I'm considering are IWC or JLC. I looked at a"low" end PP at around $25k but the PP just didnt quite sing to me. All thoughts and input appreciated.

Quote:

Originally Posted by tavv160

If you are looking for a dress watch I would highly recommend the JLC Ultra Thin Moonphase 39mm. In SS it retails for about $9k (before discount and 20% discount on JLC can be expected), and I think that is great value for money. You will get a true in-house dress watch by one of the most respected manufactures out there. IWC makes very nice watches as well, but IMO JLC is in another league.
Here is an article on the watch:
http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2011/5/...thin-moon.html

Wow. That is a beauty.

bayerische · 16 October 2013, 06:12 PM

At that price range you have plenty to choose from.

AP would be my first pick. JLC makes some really awesome watches.

Rolex is nice, but there's more out there.

lipjin · 16 October 2013, 06:44 PM

The ultimate AP on a leather strap would be a Leo Messi Chrono imho...

Cru Jones · 16 October 2013, 06:51 PM

with that budget, you can get a nice JLC or older DD on strap.

travisb · 16 October 2013, 06:52 PM

I'd step outside the box and try something new.
IWC and JLC are 2 great choices.

Check out the Portuguese line with IWC. That new offering from JLC mentioned above looks fantastic as well!

AK797 · 16 October 2013, 07:31 PM

The new JLC PC was just what I was thinking, beautiful clean crisp dial. The ss for $20K is amazing value for a PC.

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How · 16 October 2013, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tavv160

If you are looking for a dress watch I would highly recommend the JLC Ultra Thin Moonphase 39mm. In SS it retails for about $9k (before discount and 20% discount on JLC can be expected), and I think that is great value for money. You will get a true in-house dress watch by one of the most respected manufactures out there. IWC makes very nice watches as well, but IMO JLC is in another league.

Here is an article on the watch:
http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2011/5/...thin-moon.html

Agree. Here's mine:

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Another gorgeous dress piece you may like to consider is the IWC Portuguese Chronograph Classic:

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tavv160 · 16 October 2013, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by How

Agree. Here's mine:

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That is gorgeous!

FeelingTheBlues · 16 October 2013, 08:33 PM

It always comes down to what you prefer, if you're a Rolex fan then you should buy one but if you like other brands a bit of diversity cannot hurt. Speaking for myself I'd go with a nice JLC Reverso or perhaps a MUT, I like IWC but their watches are too big for my tastes.

Like others said, you must try them on first and see which one you prefer though.

Racerdj · 16 October 2013, 08:43 PM

Stunning!

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

The new JLC PC was just what I was thinking, beautiful clean crisp dial. The ss for $20K is amazing value for a PC.

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iazrollie · 16 October 2013, 08:43 PM

Why not a pre-owned gold Calatrava? I've seen them for $9K/$10K.

capote · 16 October 2013, 09:54 PM

Another vote for JLC. Ultra thin with or without moon phase.

kilyung · 16 October 2013, 10:01 PM

A nice Reverso or Port Auto work great as dressier watches.

karmatp · 16 October 2013, 11:15 PM

JLC and IWC are my two favorite brands, go get one.

Nidal · 16 October 2013, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

The new JLC PC was just what I was thinking, beautiful clean crisp dial. The ss for $20K is amazing value for a PC.

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This is a wow

Nidal

Silverfever · 16 October 2013, 11:23 PM

I am seriously considering the JLC MUT PC but it is a boutique only watch in SS therefore I presume .... no discount. :(

samsmart · 16 October 2013, 11:45 PM

All nice optons, but I would stick with a Rolex

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ralfcom · 16 October 2013, 11:51 PM

JLC all day long.

Vipes · 16 October 2013, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

A nice Reverso or Port Auto work great as dressier watches.

Agree. I think a Reverso would be a great addition.

Hazelnut · 17 October 2013, 01:07 AM

I would go with a JLC PC in SS! Looks very classy.

polarinda · 17 October 2013, 02:03 AM

jlc. With 15k, have fun choosing.

SearChart · 17 October 2013, 02:08 AM

JLC reverso or master moon 39.

16 October 2013, 12:37 PM	#1
Silverfever "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 321	Rolex vs JLC vs IWC I'm in the market for a dress watch with a leather strap with a budget of 15k. I currently own the Sub Ceramic Date, GMTIIc, daytona white dial and the DJII. All 4 on SS bands. Would you recommend I stick with Rolex or switch to another brand. Right now the 2 other brands I'm considering are IWC or JLC. I looked at a"low" end PP at around $25k but the PP just didnt quite sing to me. All thoughts and input appreciated.

16 October 2013, 02:31 PM	#7
tavv160 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Tony Location: UK Watch: AP, Rolex, JLC... Posts: 631	If you are looking for a dress watch I would highly recommend the JLC Ultra Thin Moonphase 39mm. In SS it retails for about $9k (before discount and 20% discount on JLC can be expected), and I think that is great value for money. You will get a true in-house dress watch by one of the most respected manufactures out there. IWC makes very nice watches as well, but IMO JLC is in another league. Here is an article on the watch: http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/2011/5/...thin-moon.html __________________ Kind Regards, Tony.

16 October 2013, 06:12 PM	#10
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	At that price range you have plenty to choose from. AP would be my first pick. JLC makes some really awesome watches. Rolex is nice, but there's more out there. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

16 October 2013, 06:44 PM	#11
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	The ultimate AP on a leather strap would be a Leo Messi Chrono imho... __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

16 October 2013, 08:33 PM	#17
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	It always comes down to what you prefer, if you're a Rolex fan then you should buy one but if you like other brands a bit of diversity cannot hurt. Speaking for myself I'd go with a nice JLC Reverso or perhaps a MUT, I like IWC but their watches are too big for my tastes. Like others said, you must try them on first and see which one you prefer though. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

16 October 2013, 12:39 PM	#2
CWIN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Chris Location: San Diego Watch: Patek, AP, Rolex Posts: 4,449	I would switch it up a little. It's always nice to have variety. Can't go wrong with either IWC or JLC. I'm also a fan of AP, Panerai, and Omega among others.

16 October 2013, 12:39 PM	#3
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	I would absolutely consider IWC - their 7 day is a very nice piece. Have you looked at Audemars piguet? IMO, they are in another league.

16 October 2013, 12:41 PM	#4
DJJon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jon Location: USA Watch: DJ - Need Sub Bad Posts: 1,889	I suggest you try them on at the respective ADs, ask about pricing and discounting, and carefully move forward. Consider the metals involved. Do you prefer Yellow Gold? How about White Gold or Rose Gold? Finally how about moving one of the 4 Rolexes to a Rolex leather strap, from the Rolex AD? A lot cheaper and the Daytona and DJII will look terrific, provided you ask the AD to also supply the proper leather band end links to fill in 'the gap'? Good luck and Happy Hunting !

16 October 2013, 12:53 PM	#5
Silverfever "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 321	Thank you everyone for your input. I like either SS or White Gold. Somehow the AP Roo just doesn't sing to me. I'm actually thinking about the JLC Master Ultra Thin s/s perpetual calendar but it's $19k.

16 October 2013, 02:10 PM	#6
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	Take a look at the AP Royal Oak 15400 in ss for an icon, JLC Reverso or Master Grande Taille for classics both in ss. Look at IWC Portuguese Chrono - beautiful in ss with rose gold numerals and hands. Any of these would be keepers. The 1st three all have in house movements.

16 October 2013, 02:44 PM	#8
mrhy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: new york Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,383	Send me private message,there is member on forum can get you ULC for great deal he is an authorized dealer Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk - now Free

16 October 2013, 06:51 PM	#12
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,243	with that budget, you can get a nice JLC or older DD on strap.

16 October 2013, 06:52 PM	#13
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	I'd step outside the box and try something new. IWC and JLC are 2 great choices. Check out the Portuguese line with IWC. That new offering from JLC mentioned above looks fantastic as well!

16 October 2013, 07:31 PM	#14
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	The new JLC PC was just what I was thinking, beautiful clean crisp dial. The ss for $20K is amazing value for a PC. [/QUOTE]

16 October 2013, 08:43 PM	#19
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	Why not a pre-owned gold Calatrava? I've seen them for $9K/$10K. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

16 October 2013, 09:54 PM	#20
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Another vote for JLC. Ultra thin with or without moon phase.

16 October 2013, 10:01 PM	#21
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	A nice Reverso or Port Auto work great as dressier watches.

16 October 2013, 11:15 PM	#22
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	JLC and IWC are my two favorite brands, go get one. __________________ My grails:

16 October 2013, 11:23 PM	#24
Silverfever "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 321	I am seriously considering the JLC MUT PC but it is a boutique only watch in SS therefore I presume .... no discount. :(

16 October 2013, 11:45 PM	#25
samsmart "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: sam Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Me Tint Posts: 3,777	All nice optons, but I would stick with a Rolex Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk 2

16 October 2013, 11:51 PM	#26
ralfcom "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Ralf Location: FL. Watch: enthusiast Posts: 502	JLC all day long.

17 October 2013, 01:07 AM	#28
Hazelnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: David Location: Los Angeles Watch: SubC Date Posts: 242	I would go with a JLC PC in SS! Looks very classy.

17 October 2013, 02:03 AM	#29
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,316	jlc. With 15k, have fun choosing.

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