Post by: mongourou on January 06, 2018, 09:14:21 PM
I have a dilemma and I would like to get your opinions.
Assuming that your maximum budget at the moment can not be extended, will you buy two mid-range pieces from your ideal watchlist or one more expensive piece? Specifically, I am looking at 2xRM16k pieces vs. 1xRM30k so overall quality of those watches is not that different. Desirability is.
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Post by: dualcarb on January 07, 2018, 01:47:43 AM
Post by: mongourou on January 07, 2018, 03:40:55 AM
Depends on what those watches are. Or what that 30K watch is...As mentioned, « from your ideal watchlist ». Everybody’s got one I presume, and everybody’s got different max budget.
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Post by: downsouth on January 07, 2018, 08:07:54 AM
But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.
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The satisfaction you get from the Explorer II will be much better than the Railmaster & Grand Seiko combo. Either way, after you acquire any one you will start to think about the possibilty of getting the other two.
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Post by: mongourou on January 07, 2018, 08:09:48 AM
Yes, I guess you are correct in the way that the real question is which option first...But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.
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The satisfaction you get from the Explorer II will be much better than the Railmaster & Grand Seiko combo. Either way, after you acquire any one you will start to think about the possibilty of getting the other two.
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Post by: G.MAC on January 07, 2018, 08:11:35 AM
Post by: D'Andy on January 07, 2018, 09:14:39 AM
But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.
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Between the Eii Polar and combination of Railmaster + GS, I think more pertinent is to ask yourself if you prefer a sports watch or dress watches. Then it would all become an easy choice. If the choice was between an Eii vs Seamaster + GS / Railmaster + GS Diver, then I would opt for the latter as you would have both the sports and dress watch for different occasions. Have fun choosing your poison :thumbsup:
Post by: dualcarb on January 07, 2018, 10:13:29 AM
But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.I have all three brands, Rolex, GS and Omega. While what I have are different models, I believe the ownership experience would be close to similar.
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GS, while I love it, this watch really is a work of art and the polishing of this watch make it a work of art more than just a timepiece. Hence I tend to baby it too much.
Omega, classic, clean and simple design. Will stand the test of time. But not for every occasion as it may not be “casual or sporty” enough.
Rolex, may not be “dressy enough” for a suit and tie occasion. However one of the best day to day watches due to the versatility and toughness of the watch. Bracelet quality for the six digit references is one the best and solidly constructed around.
So simple verdict is...Rolex FTW...can’t go wrong here.
In any event, the most exciting bit while deciding to buy a watch is the hunting and trying on process. Have fun and good luck on your purchase.
Post by: Cocas on January 07, 2018, 11:58:49 AM
If only for new watches, a sports model Rolex, or a Datejust Rolex for sure.
Post by: mongourou on January 07, 2018, 12:41:12 PM
But a good sports watch from Rolex is very tempting as I am keen on tool watches from the likes of Omega, Tudor, Sinn, Damasko et al.
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Post by: lamkinpark on January 07, 2018, 12:43:15 PM
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Post by: D'Andy on January 07, 2018, 05:22:52 PM
Yeah, every time I see a nice picture of a 216570 like this one, my heart beat is rising. But it is a big investment in a one watch!
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Haha, many of us have been through the same phase, mate! I remember the 1st time I spent RM10k+ on a Swiss watch, I had spent many nights thinking about it before finally pulling the trigger. Swing by my blog sometimes and you could read about my journey going through 60+ watches so far, and I'm a serial flipper. Some of the other collectors here have gone through hundreds of watches- one name comes to mind, and as time goes by, you would get used to the idea of getting watches to scratch that itch. So don't worry absorb utility this one "investment", there would likely be many more in future.
Post by: DLwatchaddict on January 08, 2018, 05:18:18 PM
But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.
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Get Rolex, trust me, or you will be itchy later.
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Post by: Cocas on January 08, 2018, 05:31:39 PM
But for me, I am eyeing for quite some time an Explorer II 216570 polar, or the new standard Omega Railmaster + Grand Seiko SBGR261.
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Get Rolex, trust me, or you will be itchy later.
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But after getting Rolex, you get more itchy actually. :D
Post by: Speedy_Fan on January 08, 2018, 06:24:35 PM
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Post by: jmur3 on January 12, 2018, 11:19:00 AM
The dial is very easy to read.
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Post by: Danielo on February 03, 2018, 06:54:22 AM
You'll buy the more expensice watch because you already have the budget for it, later down the road the itch will still be there for the other two.
And being cheaper, they are more accessible to a purchase and eventually, you'll have all three.
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Post by: koryong on February 04, 2018, 03:26:36 PM
If you prefer to rotate between 2 watches, maybe a nice Omega moonwatch and an Oyster Perpetual, both new for a tad over 30k.
Post by: shengyang on March 25, 2018, 08:11:55 PM