Author Topic: Hard to decide which watch to buy, can anyone guide? (Read 15267 times)

coldiac · « **on:** January 27, 2013, 09:59:56 AM »

Well, first of all, I'm new to this forum. Nice knowing all sifu here sharing out all your knowledge and now it's my time of the year getting a new watch. Well pretty much celebrate the upcoming CNY and also my birthday.

I'm currently crazy over Ball watch and went to one of the AD in KK being shown a Ball engineer 2 chronometer red label 40mm. Well it's quite well build and the offer is good at around 6k but only I still cant make up my mind.

So any sifu can guide me, or even recommend any watch which is good, automatic, my budget is not more than 10k. Thanks in advance.

STT1987 · « **Reply #1 on:** January 27, 2013, 12:19:10 PM »

If you like that particular Ball watch, the Ball watch should be your watch. Everything else from here is just our opinions and our tastes. Taking advice from random strangers is risky.

Ball is a decent brand. Good ETA mechanisms and nice designs. The Tritium glow tubes sets it apart from others.

hanz079 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 27, 2013, 12:23:17 PM »

Bro Coldiac,

You located in KK?
PM me your number can?
Trying to get more members in KK to organize a gtg.
As to your preference for the Ball model, they are pretty well built.
Budget of 10k will get you something really nice, and at the end of the day, get one that you like.

yonggoh · « **Reply #3 on:** January 27, 2013, 12:27:20 PM »

if you are not sure then you're not ready to buy

felixlew · « **Reply #4 on:** January 27, 2013, 03:39:51 PM »

1 more extra for ball watch u can get" Antimagnetic"

function where u can only get this with does big name that 10k up

coldiac · « **Reply #5 on:** January 27, 2013, 03:59:17 PM »

well STT1987, yes indeed. Ball is currently my favourite brand. Just seeking opinion if anyone have any recommendation on other brand within my price range. Indeed the gas tube wins my heart overall. lol

Hanz, i just visit KK the other day, I'm based in Tawau at the moment. So yeah, why not, meeting watch lover sounds interesting. Hopefully will get what i wanted.

Still havent decide, so not going to buy yet. Anyway, gonna make up my mind before CNY. lol

1to12 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 27, 2013, 04:41:45 PM »

Dont rush if not sure. Browse around till you find the watch that you cant get out of your mind.
Besides Ball, for up to 10k, other brands that come to mind are Tudor, Maurice Lacroix, Longines, Oris, Tissot, Frederique Constant, Louis Erard, Seiko.... there are so many. It's your choice man... Happy Hunting!

Peiseh · « **Reply #7 on:** January 27, 2013, 04:51:48 PM »

Any of these watches that suits both your budget and your likings, will do. Importantly, its what you like, not others.
If you are asking for advise on the watch's pedigree or movements, than I am sure the many sifus here can help explain to you.

Everdying · « **Reply #8 on:** January 27, 2013, 06:02:26 PM »

it's essentially a Ball trying to be an Omega Aqua Terra, but with the addition of the Day window which i find spoils the look of the dial.

STT1987 · « **Reply #9 on:** January 27, 2013, 06:49:57 PM »

Quote from: Glampyre on January 27, 2013, 06:02:26 PM

it's essentially a Ball trying to be an Omega Aqua Terra, but with the addition of the Day window which i find spoils the look of the dial.

I think the Aqua Terra costs nearly twice that of the Ball Engineer II and that's without Ball's Tritium tubes. So it looks like a good deal to me. That's my opinion.

Everdying · « **Reply #10 on:** January 27, 2013, 07:32:51 PM »

Quote from: STT1987 on January 27, 2013, 06:49:57 PM

Quote from: Glampyre on January 27, 2013, 06:02:26 PM
it's essentially a Ball trying to be an Omega Aqua Terra, but with the addition of the Day window which i find spoils the look of the dial.

I think the Aqua Terra costs nearly twice that of the Ball Engineer II and that's without Ball's Tritium tubes. So it looks like a good deal to me. That's my opinion.

ya, well i didnt mention price

but then again, if price comes into it...Epos 3401 is another lookalike and its half the price of the Ball

davidtth · « **Reply #11 on:** January 27, 2013, 07:34:36 PM »

go for Omega if budget around 10k,

for 1st timer, maybe u should slim down to 5k for a Ball Diver 1st before stepping into 10k or above budget, get to explore more and u will finally get to know which type/style of watch suite u the best

avoid getting Ball watch with chonograph, had many exp with QC problem

wslee · « **Reply #12 on:** January 27, 2013, 10:16:17 PM »

Browse around and seek for more opinion first. Importantly is to make sure the watch is sing to you

Let it be no regrets...

STT1987 · « **Reply #13 on:** January 28, 2013, 12:39:32 AM »

Quote from: coldiac on January 27, 2013, 03:59:17 PM

well STT1987, yes indeed. Ball is currently my favourite brand. Just seeking opinion if anyone have any recommendation on other brand within my price range. Indeed the gas tube wins my heart overall. lol

....

Still havent decide, so not going to buy yet. Anyway, gonna make up my mind before CNY. lol

If you are looking to expand your horizons beyond the Ball that you were looking at; my own personal recommendation is that you look at the Omega and Tag Heuer watches. Since I am a fan of their diver watches, I recommend you look at their Seamaster and Aquaracer lines respectively. I believe there will a few that will fit your budget.

Remember, if you ask for recommendations, you will probably get plenty of opinions that will vary and may or may not be appropriate for you. Keep that in mind as these are just our opinions and don't get confused. If the Ball watch really still appeals to you after you have looked at our recommendations, you should just go ahead and get it. I think your original Ball choice is pretty good. It's not for me personally as I would have chosen an Omega Aqua Terra myself (with the month complication).

terrenceterrence · « **Reply #14 on:** January 28, 2013, 01:12:44 AM »

The Aqua Terra Annual Calendar is more than 3-4 times his budget.

Quote from: STT1987 on January 28, 2013, 12:39:32 AM

Quote from: coldiac on January 27, 2013, 03:59:17 PM
well STT1987, yes indeed. Ball is currently my favourite brand. Just seeking opinion if anyone have any recommendation on other brand within my price range. Indeed the gas tube wins my heart overall. lol

....

Still havent decide, so not going to buy yet. Anyway, gonna make up my mind before CNY. lol

If you are looking to expand your horizons beyond the Ball that you were looking at; my own personal recommendation is that you look at the Omega and Tag Heuer watches. Since I am a fan of their diver watches, I recommend you look at their Seamaster and Aquaracer lines respectively. I believe there will a few that will fit your budget.

Remember, if you ask for recommendations, you will probably get plenty of opinions that will vary and may or may not be appropriate for you. Keep that in mind as these are just our opinions and don't get confused. If the Ball watch really still appeals to you after you have looked at our recommendations, you should just go ahead and get it. I think your original Ball choice is pretty good. It's not for me personally as I would have chosen an Omega Aqua Terra myself (with the month complication).

STT1987 · « **Reply #15 on:** January 28, 2013, 01:47:54 AM »

Quote from: terrenceterrence on January 28, 2013, 01:12:44 AM

The Aqua Terra Annual Calendar is more than 3-4 times his budget.
....

Yup. But that's my own 2014 grail not a recommendation to him.

Wow! You posted that at 4 am in the morning. Good thing it's Thaipusam holiday tomorro.. Today...

terrenceterrence · « **Reply #16 on:** January 28, 2013, 07:12:50 AM »

It's not 4am where I am at now.

Primus · « **Reply #17 on:** January 28, 2013, 12:20:11 PM »

Im not sure if you looking for a dress watch or sport watch or all rounder but if ur budget is 10k++ I have to poison u to consider Longines, especially their Master Collection line. Assuming ure looking at new watches only, I believe thats the best looking dress watch or work and weekend watch u can find at the range and for me personally its a true beauty. U have to look at the dial close up in person to appreciate it. If u look down a few threads u can find another forum member who was considering Longines or baume mercier and I think he made the absolute best choice.

Buy it in leather btw. Hope I have given u some food for thought

Yikkie · « **Reply #18 on:** January 31, 2013, 06:04:33 AM »

Bro. If I were you, I would definitely pick up a pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Professional aka. The Moonwatch. You will be buying a remarkable piece with a great history and of course a truly handsome and versatile watch. It will not look out of place with formal or casual wear and looks great with a variety of straps. A mint piece could be had for less than RM10k and will be within your budget.

David_cheong · « **Reply #19 on:** January 31, 2013, 08:17:25 AM »

When looking for a watch, first time - always go for the best and highest end that you can afford (at material time) and of course, that watch must sing to you.

The value of 2 watches in hand are not necessary better than 1 watch of the same value.....unless you may want to go for quantity...

No point going for some substitution which you may regret later.

dc

Calibr · « **Reply #20 on:** January 31, 2013, 09:37:07 AM »

Quote from: Yikkie on January 31, 2013, 06:04:33 AM

Bro. If I were you, I would definitely pick up a pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Professional aka. The Moonwatch. You will be buying a remarkable piece with a great history and of course a truly handsome and versatile watch. It will not look out of place with formal or casual wear and looks great with a variety of straps. A mint piece could be had for less than RM10k and will be within your budget.

I second that.. Pre-owned Omegas have good value for buyers generally. Just don't get one that's too old (say >5 years old), as the servicing costs are very high!! Just my 2 sen.. Good luck to your quest!

sk88 · « **Reply #21 on:** January 31, 2013, 10:44:25 AM »

I totally understand your feeling and frustration when u see something u like but have that 50/50 things going on in your mind.

I bought this 2 days ago, fell in love with it when the SA hand it over for me to try. i just love the clean and classic look of this Ball. Spend almost 4 hours

in that shopping mall b4 i hit the button. (later scolded by wife "kaw kaw" bcos of late picking her up

)

So, no worry, just follow your heart n of cos your budget n make the move. Too many suggestions make harder decisions making. (This will never end once you started

good luck )

Timeless · « **Reply #22 on:** February 08, 2013, 09:40:03 AM »

Ball is nice watch where u wear at dark place and night time, u may try the skindiver as a begin...
Well, in addition if u not sure which one is your ultimate choice. Always go to watch shop get a test/try for 5 minutes as to make sure one of them kiss your wrist deeply~

1to12 · « **Reply #23 on:** February 08, 2013, 09:29:06 PM »

So, Bro Coldiac... any good news? It's one day to CNY. Just curious...

coldiac · « **Reply #24 on:** February 11, 2013, 12:35:05 AM »

well, first of all Gong Xi Fa Cai to all! after hunting in one of the famous AD in kl area, ive made up my mind by getting my 1st ball watch, hydrocarbon ceramic xv. its pretty hard to decide, spent almost 2 hours there just to decide. appreciate the salesperson being patient enough thou. lol. anyway, thanks all for giving me advice, and still, at the end of the day i go for ball, but my journey wont stop here.

will upload photos soon after my CNY holiday. thanks again to all who contributed.

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