What to choose for rm20k budget?

[latuktua]

Hi and good day for all mwf members,
Its been a while since my 1st registered here,just read and self poisoned myself..hehe

I'm thinking of pleasure myself with luxury watch this year for a budget of rm20k+-.This two well known brand comes in mind:

1. Panerai- used 320,312 or(if i got lucky)422/423.
2. Omega Seamaster gmt(blue) or diver etnz limited edition.

At first i want to get rolex sub or gmt but 40mm looks too small bcos i get used to my ball aviator.Any help will be much appreciate.

Thanks in advance...

[Everdying]

my choice would be torn between the PO GMT or PO Ti 42mm.

[David_cheong]

Top up a bit and go for Exp 11 new, 42mm (Orange hand). You will never go wrong with a Rolex

dc

[latuktua]

Thanks buddy,ok... po gmt and rolex exp 2...hmm,how about po diver etnz?i know its rubber strap looks annoying but it does come with another ss bracelet.

[Conscript]

PO Etnz  , You will love the ceramic bezel 

[dualcarb]

Top up a bit and go for Exp 11 new, 42mm (Orange hand). You will never go wrong with a Rolex

dc

I agree with David...go Rolex...any Rolex. If you want a diver, then get either the Sub date or Sun no date.

DC

[STT1987]

If you're buying new, the Omega Planet Ocean is the way to go. I'd recommend the latest Omega Aqua Terra though as it can play the role of both dress-watch and sporty beater.

IMHO of course.
  

[latuktua]

Hey..thanks guy

Err...no one recommend panerai??is it that bad?it is my 1st choice though..

[CKL1213]

232.30.42.21.01.001

[dpkong]

For a 20k+ budget and first serious watch, consider the Rolex. After that, you can start toying with other brands.

[latuktua]

232.30.42.21.01.001

Thanks ckl1213 but for po i prefer the new gmt

[latuktua]

For a 20k+ budget and first serious watch, consider the Rolex. After that, you can start toying with other brands.

Yes i know...i consider the new gmt master 11 but 40mm looks too small for my wrist,already tried deepsea but its too heavy and the thickness feel uncomfort for daily use..

[CKL1213]

232.30.42.21.01.001

Thanks ckl1213 but for po i prefer the new gmt

I'm sucker for James Bond (Daniel Craig)

[dualcarb]

The PO GMT is 43.5mm, not too far off from the Rolex Explorer II at 42mm. Don't get me wrong, I love Omegas and I have a moonwatch. Why don't you try both out at a dealer that happens to have both in stock? At least you get to make instant comparisons. From what you have written so far, it seems to me that you already have a watch in mind. All watches are good watches, what most of us here are trying to say is...before you spend serious money on watches that may not retain value, go get one that does first. Good luck and wear whatever you finally decide on in good health, and please post pictures of your purchase so we can share your joy...

DC

[latuktua]

Thanks DC for the advice,
I already test the exp 2 but it feels 'small' compare to submariner and gmt,maybe bcos of it small bezel..
Yes,rolex retains value better than other brands but so does panerai(from what i check in the merchants thread here)
For my newbie eyes and taste,the new gmt(black n blue)looks outstanding..is it a good buy?

[Everdying]

dont confuse retain value with no depreciation in price

just buy what you like, its not to say the Omega will drastically drop 50% in value once its used.

[pexus]

My suggestion is also the Rolex Exp2.....
You got a choice of a black OR white dial....

[latuktua]

Oh..my mistake,just realize that the exp 11 that i tried is the old version(40mm)..
Ok,today i will try on the new one..

[shamtv2555]

im a pam 422 user here, sold rolex get pam, dunno y ... i love pam, omega still owning po 45.5.
go for which model u like the most.
get the feel  n get the watch.
happy hunting

[chrisyen]

U gonna love the new exp 2
The fat hands make it so legible
Bigger dial among all Rolex
N the orange 24hr hand jus awesome

[davidtth]

if this is ur 1st exp watch and if you were afraid to pull the big trigger, try on PAM like 111 or wait for new 510 with 8 days with the iconic look

for a watch that will holds better value in future, Rolex is a go no doubt, the only big Rolex available are SDDS

[latuktua]

U gonna love the new exp 2
The fat hands make it so legible
Bigger dial among all Rolex
N the orange 24hr hand jus awesome

Today just tried on both new rolex exp 2 and gmt master 2 and the gmt shine on my wrist..hehe,maybe he choose me

[latuktua]

Err..can anyone teach me how to post picture here?

[dpkong]

The newer ceramic GMT Master is a nice piece but I find the white Explorer 2 much nicer. I don't really like black dials and rotating bezels.

[dualcarb]

For posting photos here. Start a photobucket account on www.photobucket.com. And upload your photos to photobucket. From there, you select the photo you want to post, then click on the "IMG" link on the photo and it will automatically copy itself. Then paste the link here and viola!

Btw, the new GMT master II is indeed a great piece. Although it is "only" 40mm, the lugs and slightly bigger case design makes it seem bigger than it actually is. The ceramic bezel insert is "shinier" too...the explorer at 42mm is a little too big for me, but not for some. Seriously, both are great pieces. Get whatever calls your name loudest.

DC