What do you guys think of this watch?

[Captante]

Very high quality ... of your choices I prefer the look of the second one but neither is really to my taste, I prefer a cleaner look for a dress watch.

 

[GZeus]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: GZeus

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: mugs
Those are two of the most tasteful men's watches I've ever seen.

:thumbsup: to you for not picking the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap they're trying to sell these days.

Yep I dont like those "sport" watches. They are seriously overplayed and most of them look alike.

Which non-"sport" Tag do you own btw?

lol yeah my tag is a "sport" model. That is why I am not getting another sport watch!

z0mb13 - Glad you took that with the humor that was intended.

As an Omega owner I humbly submit the following example from the DeVille Collection for your consideration:

Co-Axial Chronograph

You can, of course, get it with a better matching (IMO) black strap.

It is one of several DeVille models that would be worthy of your current quest. Omega is a little lacking in their online site. There are loads of models that don't appear on the website but are available. Find a local AD and pick-up a catalog.

My next purchase, if I could stay out of the HD forum long enough , will be a DeVille of some variety. A fine complement to "the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap" I already own.

Okay, that was my attempt to convert you to the dark side. Whatever you decide on - and both of your choices looks sweet - enjoy owning a piece of modern art.

 

[Eltano1]

I have several watches ( I wear a different one every day), I have TAG, Bulova (2), Seiko (5)and Fossil. Two of my Seikos look almost exactly as the GO that you like (and I like as well), but I paid much less.
Of course, is your money, and if I were in your position I would go with the first one. Why? becasue is not a commomn watch (you don't see people with that type of watch often), and you can wear with everything and anything.

Go for the Jaeger and enjoy it.

Eltano

 

[mithrandir2001]

$3300 for a watch, ridiculous in any shape or form.

The real irony here is that these mechanical watches generally don't maintain the time as accurately as ordinary quartz watches...and they certainly aren't as reliable.

Buying a fancy watch like this doesn't say "I have good taste" but rather "I am insecure and need to blow money on luxuries to make me feel better about myself" IMO.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: GZeus

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: GZeus

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: mugs
Those are two of the most tasteful men's watches I've ever seen.

:thumbsup: to you for not picking the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap they're trying to sell these days.

Yep I dont like those "sport" watches. They are seriously overplayed and most of them look alike.

Which non-"sport" Tag do you own btw?

lol yeah my tag is a "sport" model. That is why I am not getting another sport watch!

z0mb13 - Glad you took that with the humor that was intended.

As an Omega owner I humbly submit the following example from the DeVille Collection for your consideration:

Co-Axial Chronograph

You can, of course, get it with a better matching (IMO) black strap.

It is one of several DeVille models that would be worthy of your current quest. Omega is a little lacking in their online site. There are loads of models that don't appear on the website but are available. Find a local AD and pick-up a catalog.

My next purchase, if I could stay out of the HD forum long enough , will be a DeVille of some variety. A fine complement to "the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap" I already own.

Okay, that was my attempt to convert you to the dark side. Whatever you decide on - and both of your choices looks sweet - enjoy owning a piece of modern art.

That deville sure is nice. I will look at it in person. Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
$3300 for a watch, ridiculous in any shape or form.

The real irony here is that these mechanical watches generally don't maintain the time as accurately as ordinary quartz watches...and they certainly aren't as reliable.

Buying a fancy watch like this doesn't say "I have good taste" but rather "I am insecure and need to blow money on luxuries to make me feel better about myself" IMO.

I can respect that opinion, but I certainly don't share it. Watches are wearable art, and a fine mechanical watch can be a beautiful, useful device. By your analogy, a Ferrari 430 is less reliable than a Honda Civic coupe, so you can't really make a case for it from a practical standpoint. The reality is that $3,300 is a lot for a watch, but there are watches that cost 100 times that amount. To each his own, I say, and while I am not financially situated to spend that much on a watch, I probably will when I can.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: GZeus

As an Omega owner I humbly submit the following example from the DeVille Collection for your consideration:

Co-Axial Chronograph

You can, of course, get it with a better matching (IMO) black strap.

It is one of several DeVille models that would be worthy of your current quest. Omega is a little lacking in their online site. There are loads of models that don't appear on the website but are available. Find a local AD and pick-up a catalog.

My next purchase, if I could stay out of the HD forum long enough , will be a DeVille of some variety. A fine complement to "the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap" I already own.

Okay, that was my attempt to convert you to the dark side. Whatever you decide on - and both of your choices looks sweet - enjoy owning a piece of modern art.

That deville sure is nice. I will look at it in person. Thanks for the suggestion!

Candidly I'd far rather have a JLC than an Omega, other things being equal. Omega has suffered real quality and reliability problems with the co-axial escapement. At some point I will certainly buy a used Omega Seamaster GMT, so it's not that I am anti-Omega, but the co-axial watches don't inspire confidence for me.

 

[mithrandir2001]

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
$3300 for a watch, ridiculous in any shape or form.

The real irony here is that these mechanical watches generally don't maintain the time as accurately as ordinary quartz watches...and they certainly aren't as reliable.

Buying a fancy watch like this doesn't say "I have good taste" but rather "I am insecure and need to blow money on luxuries to make me feel better about myself" IMO.

I can respect that opinion, but I certainly don't share it. Watches are wearable art, and a fine mechanical watch can be a beautiful, useful device. By your analogy, a Ferrari 430 is less reliable than a Honda Civic coupe, so you can't really make a case for it from a practical standpoint. The reality is that $3,300 is a lot for a watch, but there are watches that cost 100 times that amount. To each his own, I say, and while I am not financially situated to spend that much on a watch, I probably will when I can.

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
$3300 for a watch, ridiculous in any shape or form.

The real irony here is that these mechanical watches generally don't maintain the time as accurately as ordinary quartz watches...and they certainly aren't as reliable.

Buying a fancy watch like this doesn't say "I have good taste" but rather "I am insecure and need to blow money on luxuries to make me feel better about myself" IMO.

I can respect that opinion, but I certainly don't share it. Watches are wearable art, and a fine mechanical watch can be a beautiful, useful device. By your analogy, a Ferrari 430 is less reliable than a Honda Civic coupe, so you can't really make a case for it from a practical standpoint. The reality is that $3,300 is a lot for a watch, but there are watches that cost 100 times that amount. To each his own, I say, and while I am not financially situated to spend that much on a watch, I probably will when I can.

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

yes that kind of money is definitely a lot for a watch. This is surely more of a "want" than a need. I already have a perfectly working watch. But a nice watch is just like wearing nice jewelry (I dont wear jewelry). When people sees someone with a nice watch on their wrist, they would think: wow this guy must be pretty well off. I actually need that image when I try to get funding for my startup business. Sadly it is all about image when you deal with people.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: GZeus

As an Omega owner I humbly submit the following example from the DeVille Collection for your consideration:

Co-Axial Chronograph

You can, of course, get it with a better matching (IMO) black strap.

It is one of several DeVille models that would be worthy of your current quest. Omega is a little lacking in their online site. There are loads of models that don't appear on the website but are available. Find a local AD and pick-up a catalog.

My next purchase, if I could stay out of the HD forum long enough , will be a DeVille of some variety. A fine complement to "the gaudy, oversized ugly pieces of crap" I already own.

Okay, that was my attempt to convert you to the dark side. Whatever you decide on - and both of your choices looks sweet - enjoy owning a piece of modern art.

That deville sure is nice. I will look at it in person. Thanks for the suggestion!

Candidly I'd far rather have a JLC than an Omega, other things being equal. Omega has suffered real quality and reliability problems with the co-axial escapement. At some point I will certainly buy a used Omega Seamaster GMT, so it's not that I am anti-Omega, but the co-axial watches don't inspire confidence for me.

Really? I thought the coaxial thing was suppsoed to be good. I guess I heard wrong.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

That's really a separate issue than your prior post, which intermingles the merits of quartz v. mechanical watches, among other things. FWIW, I'm older than you and don't own any $3,300 watches, but the fact of the matter is you don't know anything about the OP's financial situation, nor is it, IMO, any of your business.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

That's really a separate issue than your prior post, which intermingles the merits of quartz v. mechanical watches, among other things. FWIW, I'm older than you and don't own any $3,300 watches, but the fact of the matter is you don't know anything about the OP's financial situation, nor is it, IMO, any of your business.

Heheh I have a simple rule of thumb in buying "want" items: If I cant buy at least 10 of the items in cash I wont buy it.

 

[Praxis1452]

like it

 

[mithrandir2001]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
$3300 for a watch, ridiculous in any shape or form.

The real irony here is that these mechanical watches generally don't maintain the time as accurately as ordinary quartz watches...and they certainly aren't as reliable.

Buying a fancy watch like this doesn't say "I have good taste" but rather "I am insecure and need to blow money on luxuries to make me feel better about myself" IMO.

I can respect that opinion, but I certainly don't share it. Watches are wearable art, and a fine mechanical watch can be a beautiful, useful device. By your analogy, a Ferrari 430 is less reliable than a Honda Civic coupe, so you can't really make a case for it from a practical standpoint. The reality is that $3,300 is a lot for a watch, but there are watches that cost 100 times that amount. To each his own, I say, and while I am not financially situated to spend that much on a watch, I probably will when I can.

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

yes that kind of money is definitely a lot for a watch. This is surely more of a "want" than a need. I already have a perfectly working watch. But a nice watch is just like wearing nice jewelry (I dont wear jewelry). When people sees someone with a nice watch on their wrist, they would think: wow this guy must be pretty well off. I actually need that image when I try to get funding for my startup business. Sadly it is all about image when you deal with people.

I don't know what kind of VCs you plan to deal with but if the brand of watch you wear is one of their decision criteria...shame on them. But I doubt this is so; you may be trying to rationalize buying something that is otherwise irrational. And if the goal is to have something "fancy" or "dressy" or "impressive" you can certainly have the same impact while spending much less money. There is no justification here for a $3300 expense. Think about this especially if you are starting a business. If you believe you need triple kilobuck watches just to secure funding, how are you going to manage your business expenses? Are you being truthful with yourself?

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

I don't know what kind of VCs you plan to deal with but if the brand of watch you wear is one of their decision criteria...shame on them. But I doubt this is so; you may be trying to rationalize buying something that is otherwise irrational. And if the goal is to have something "fancy" or "dressy" or "impressive" you can certainly have the same impact while spending much less money. There is no justification here for a $3300 expense. Think about this especially if you are starting a business. If you believe you need triple kilobuck watches just to secure funding, how are you going to manage your business expenses? Are you being truthful with yourself?

Seriously 3k is nothing in fine watches. In fine watches these watches I linked are actually considered to be "starter" watches. Dont tell me you never buy jewelry for your wife? Plasma TV? You never made a 3k purchase?

I am not trying to rationalize. Like I said before this is more of a "want" than a need. But I an contempt in spending that much for a nice watch. I am buying a nice bday/xmas gift for myself.

 

[mithrandir2001]

Originally posted by: DonVito

Originally posted by: mithrandir2001

A $3300 watch on the wrist of an old guy who is spending his children's inheritance...well, that is his prerogative.

But to see late 20-something blowing that kind of money...for what?

I am not strapped for cash and, without being a show-off, have an excellent balance sheet for someone my age (33); however, I understand the challenges my generation faces with the lack of future retirement security (SS and Medicare funding shortfalls) and the prospect of a shrinking middle class due to globalization. It pains me when I see young people fall for "the timepiece game". Save your money! You'll thank me later.

That's really a separate issue than your prior post, which intermingles the merits of quartz v. mechanical watches, among other things. FWIW, I'm older than you and don't own any $3,300 watches, but the fact of the matter is you don't know anything about the OP's financial situation, nor is it, IMO, any of your business.

This is a common argument, that is, it's not your money so stay out of it/who are you to judge, etc.

I am a "reformed" materialist spender so I am sensitive to when I see similar behavior in others. Call it trying to spread wisdom. Whereas an evangelical will try to save people, I feel like my calling is to encourage sensible financial practices, to convert spendthrifts (which are abundant on AT Forums) into prudent financial stewards. z0mb13 doesn't have to listen to me but I have something to share and I am doing such.

 

[mithrandir2001]

Originally posted by: z0mb13
Seriously 3k is nothing in fine watches. In fine watches these watches I linked are actually considered to be "starter" watches. Dont tell me you never buy jewelry for your wife? Plasma TV? You never made a 3k purchase?

I am not trying to rationalize. Like I said before this is more of a "want" than a need. But I an contempt in spending that much for a nice watch. I am buying a nice bday/xmas gift for myself.

Of course.

Heck, when I was in college back in 1996 I bought a $3600 Dell PC (Pentium-166 no less). That money is just gone now.

But there is a difference. I certainly did not need to spend $3600 on a PC but at the time it was not possible to buy one for, say, $500. Cheap PCs just didn't exist.

If I can spend $3600 on a PC, why not $3300 on a watch? Well, you can get a watch at the dollar store that serves the primary function (time-keeping) just as well. But of course, the real difference is about fashion. And I suppose that is the real issue here for me. I don't buy jewelry. Two months salary for a diamond engagement ring? Gag! I actually find spending good money on jewelry to be repulsive. I guess I am unusual in that respect but this is one way that I keep my financial house in order...not spending money on things that "don't matter". But this is "to each his own".

 

[Imported]

If I was gonna spend that much on a watch.. I'd want this one.. http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=2026985&rid=0

But my cellphone makes a great watch as well. :3

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: Imported
If I was gonna spend that much on a watch.. I'd want this one.. http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=2026985&rid=0

But my cellphone makes a great watch as well. :3

hmm not my style

 

[JLGatsby]

Let JLGatsby disperse his wisdom. There are two sides...

A.) $3,300 is stupid to spend on a watch unless you're wealthy. OP says "I have 10 times that amount in cash." Well buddy that's not a lot. I had that when I was 18, but I sure as heck didn't go out spending it on $3,300 watches. $3,300 invested at that age is much wiser.

but....

B.) The fact is that this watch he's buying is used and it's a very high quality watch that will hold it's value over the years. Watches like this, if taken care of, will maintain their value over the years and frankly, this may be the last watch he ever needs, and you only live once.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: JLGatsby
Let JLGatsby disperse his wisdom.

A.) $3,300 is stupid to spend on a watch unless you're wealthy. OP says "I have 10 times that amount in cash." Well buddy that's not a lot. I had that when I was 18, but I sure as heck didn't go out spending it on $3,300 watches. $3,300 invested at that age is much wiser.

but....

B.) The fact is that this watch he's buying is used and it's a very high quality watch that will hold it's value over the years. Watches like this, if taken care of, will maintain their value over the years and frankly, this may be the last watch he ever needs, and you only live once.

Right...

 

[JLGatsby]

Originally posted by: z0mb13
Right...

You seriously think $30k is a lot? I wasn't the only kid I knew with that kind of money either, and no it wasn't given to us by anyone. Having $30k sitting around doesn't make you some kind of "big shot" who deserves a $3,300 watch.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: JLGatsby

Originally posted by: z0mb13
Right...

You seriously think $30k is a lot? I wasn't the only kid I knew with that kind of money either, and no it wasn't given to us by anyone. Having $30k sitting around doesn't make you some kind of "big shot" who deserves a $3,300 watch.

30k when u are 18th? please. did u rob a bank?

 

[JLGatsby]

Originally posted by: z0mb13
30k when u are 18th? please. did u rob a bank?

I got started early on the internet (I sold email lists and did web design) and also have been trading stocks since I was 13.

Edit: And I wear a $150 Hamilton watch. No one need to be some "show off."

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: JLGatsby

Originally posted by: z0mb13
30k when u are 18th? please. did u rob a bank?

I got started early on the internet (I sold email lists and did web design) and also have been trading stocks since I was 13.

Edit: And I wear a $150 Hamilton watch. No one need to be some "show off."

sorry I'd have to call BS on that.