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Title: First Luxury Brand
Post by: tayman on July 05, 2017, 08:05:25 AM
Dear all, I been browsing this forum as guest for quite some time. Finally, decide to register. My question to all sifus is which brand should I get for my first luxury watch. I having a budget of rm 15k. Currently, most expensive watch I owned is Tissot. Currently, I had an eye for preown Omega Seamaster 300, new Tag Huere Diver type, Tag Huere connected & Oris Aquis Date. However, I am worry about repairing or maintaining their movement as I came across the repair cost of  my Tissot is RM700 for a quartz movement. I was shocked.
Any advice? Thank you all sifus
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Cocas on July 05, 2017, 08:28:49 AM
 :thumbsup:
Welcome on board!

I am not a sifu. But I could share my experience if I have chance to turn back to turn back time. My first luxury watch with 15k would definitely a Rolex watch (after yr 2000 model).
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: tayman on July 05, 2017, 08:30:49 AM
Rolex very expensive, cant really afford. I only adore Submariner series.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: rmunawar9 on July 05, 2017, 09:58:15 AM
I would suggest Tudor Black Bay or Bell & Ross. These 2 were my 1st true luxury watches


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Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: kukujiao on July 05, 2017, 09:58:32 AM
Tudor Black Bay or Pelagos or Speedy Pro (hand wind)... 1st watch should buy new

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Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Nkssupreme on July 05, 2017, 10:21:39 AM
My vote will be omega Seamaster professional 300M preowned.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Sterimar on July 05, 2017, 10:24:42 AM
With a budget of 15K, I would go for the Seiko 63MAS re-issue SLA017. ;D
Other options would be Tudor Heritage or Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Cocas on July 05, 2017, 10:27:17 AM
Hi @tayman bro.

If u don't mind preown Rolex, just go for Rolex 16570 explorer II. You will not regret :thumbsup:.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: tayman on July 05, 2017, 12:01:39 PM
Hi Cocas, may I know where can buy that? Hard to find in Malaysia. I have no confidence in trading oversea as I can't differentiate the replica & actual unit.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: kbng on July 05, 2017, 12:40:39 PM
I will pick Omega Seamaster 300M.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Vykraine on July 05, 2017, 12:59:45 PM
i would suggest to get a brand new watch for a first luxury as 15k can get you many options. Tudor would be a good watch for that price range, you can either consider blackbay or pelagos, they are under 15k. Alternatively you can also consider tag heur's higher range like the heur 01 or 02.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: stnet on July 05, 2017, 02:17:32 PM
If you don't mind pre-own, Rolex. For brand new, Tudor.

Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: dualcarb on July 05, 2017, 07:26:50 PM
Quote from: Cocas on July 05, 2017, 10:27:17 AM
Hi @tayman bro.

If u don't mind preown Rolex, just go for Rolex 16570 explorer II. You will not regret :thumbsup:.
I second this suggestion. Starting with a pre loved Rolex will always be the right way to go. For 15K, it is well within reach. You can try browsing the for sale sections here on MWF for starters. That will give you an idea of what model will go for what price.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Timeless on July 05, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
Preowned Rolex would be ideal.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Cocas on July 05, 2017, 08:00:55 PM
Quote from: tayman on July 05, 2017, 12:01:39 PM
Hi Cocas, may I know where can buy that? Hard to find in Malaysia. I have no confidence in trading oversea as I can't differentiate the replica & actual unit.

Hi @tayman

Explorer II is a quite common and easy find watch at most of the preown shops.

I am only familiar the watch shops at JB areas. If KL areas then I have no idea.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: lshinxl on July 05, 2017, 09:44:08 PM
I'm a huge B&R fan so I'd say Bell & Ross although the design may not appeal to you. If not then I'd say Omega is a good start!

And you dont have to worry about servicing and all. From personally experiences, the movement of my watches have almost never failed me. Some can last for years without a need to service. I go by the theory that if its not broken, dont fix it. So you dont need to service the watch until it gives you problems. And most times, inaccuracy is due to magnetism which can be fixed without opening the case and usually quick and free of charge by service centers. Once warranty ends, you can always go to a reputable watchmaker to service it at half the price. Cost is quite manageable for most movements especially ETA.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Vykraine on July 05, 2017, 11:18:50 PM
Quote from: kbng on July 05, 2017, 12:40:39 PM
I will pick Omega Seamaster 300M.

does anyone know usually how many % discount would be for omega ?
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: asimo on July 06, 2017, 08:10:46 AM
Quote from: terencefoo59 on July 05, 2017, 11:18:50 PM
Quote from: kbng on July 05, 2017, 12:40:39 PM
I will pick Omega Seamaster 300M.

does anyone know usually how many % discount would be for omega ?

I think is controlled , probably about 15%


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Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: rururuss on July 06, 2017, 09:53:53 AM
I think you can get a new Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra starting at around 16k.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: squasub on July 06, 2017, 12:40:21 PM
some good advices before buying a watch..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12-184SQNlM
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: yinho on July 06, 2017, 12:58:08 PM
you may consider IWC as well, great history, great movement and great presents.

For me i would consider IWC, Omega or Tudor.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Cocas on July 06, 2017, 02:02:47 PM
Hi @tayman bro.

I had lunch at JB Holiday Villx Hotel and did hopped in the preown watch located at lobby.

Very sorry to inform you that the explorer II preown piece price is RM 18k and some more without box and cert.

RM 15k may not be easy to get 16570 explorer II now.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: asimo on July 06, 2017, 02:02:49 PM
Tudor pelagos and black bay should be below RM15K, and omega Seamaster/Speedmaster moon watch too


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Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Vykraine on July 06, 2017, 03:04:49 PM
Quote from: Cocas on July 06, 2017, 02:02:47 PM
Hi @tayman bro.

I had lunch at JB Holiday Villx Hotel and did hopped in the preown watch located at lobby.

Very sorry to inform you that the explorer II preown piece price is RM 18k and some more without box and cert.

RM 15k may not be easy to get 16570 explorer II now.


yea 15k is not possible le. I have seen one last month,  explorer 2 white dial with orange hand, cost around 22k
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: G.MAC on July 06, 2017, 03:28:58 PM
the explorer 2 bro cocas refers to is the older one with the red hand
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Vykraine on July 06, 2017, 03:31:07 PM
Quote from: G.MAC on July 06, 2017, 03:28:58 PM
the explorer 2 bro cocas refers to is the older one with the red hand

yea..maybe the older one also more than 15k now. i remember seeing one with black dial going for 18k
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Cocas on July 06, 2017, 05:50:23 PM
Quote from: terencefoo59 on July 06, 2017, 03:31:07 PM
Quote from: G.MAC on July 06, 2017, 03:28:58 PM
the explorer 2 bro cocas refers to is the older one with the red hand

yea..maybe the older one also more than 15k now. i remember seeing one with black dial going for 18k



Yes, @terencefoo59 and @G.MAC  bro.

It is old model explorer II (16570) selling at RM 18k.

The preown shop name is Kx Watch.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: rmunawar9 on July 06, 2017, 06:47:46 PM
Bro frankly I never liked Tudor but I visited few AD and tried on me and it started growing on me and now I love it. If you don't want to buy used but want similar pedigree and feel as Rolex  Tudor is a good buy. Try Black Bay S&G in leather strap it's below 15k and a very nice watch to buy. I was ready to buy until I got call from my AD that he has a Bronze available and end up buying Bronze instead and no regrets. Resale aside I would pick S&G or Bronze anytime over a similar priced Rolex.


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Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: tayman on July 27, 2018, 02:04:53 PM
I bought myself a Tudor Pelagos with in-house movement. So far so good.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: rururuss on July 27, 2018, 02:54:28 PM
Great choice! Tudor's look brilliant on the wrist and have excellent heritage as well.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: tayman on July 27, 2018, 03:10:47 PM
yea, I was torn between Speedmaster and pelagos. But in the end, i choose pelagos as it less eye catching.
Title: Re: First Luxury Brand
Post by: Darkholer on August 08, 2018, 11:06:35 AM
I would look for used rolex with added budget
No regrets