Turning 35--Watch?

I'm turning 35 in December and have been thinking about getting myself a watch.  Been also thinking about getting a suit and/or nice overcoat instead, but don't really need one until next year at the earliest.  I was thinking of investing in a watch that I can wear casually, and to work, as well as have an heirloom to pass down to one of my 2 sons.  A bit of background:

1. Work in Research/Consulting and occasionally meet with executive clients in person.  I do meet with technology executives often.  Based on my research, I'm starting to build a bit of a brand for myself and can foresee going out and having my own services company in 3-5 years.

2. Because I was thinking of this Breitling SuperOcean with both the rubber and steel bracelet.  Rubber for casual days, steel for more upscale dress.

3. Budget: Ideally no more than $3kUSD, but can go as high as $5kUSD

4. I've just started building the wardrobe and typically wear Thomas Pink shirt and tie with slacks.  I'll throw on some jeans with the Pink too.

Any suggestions on a watch or birthday gift alternative?

HA!  Whoops!  Buying a watch.  Sorry, this was my first post.  For some reason I don't see my initial post, but it appears the thread has already been published. 

I'm turning 35 in December and have been thinking about getting myself a watch.  Been also thinking about getting a suit and/or nice overcoat instead, but don't really need one until next year at the earliest.  I was thinking of investing in a watch that I can wear casually, and to work, as well as have an heirloom to pass down to one of my 2 sons.  A bit of background:

1. Work in Research/Consulting and occasionally meet with executive clients in person.  I do meet with technology executives often.  Based on my research, I'm starting to build a bit of a brand for myself and can foresee going out and having my own services company in 3-5 years.

2. Because I was thinking of this Breitling SuperOcean with both the rubber and steel bracelet.  Rubber for casual days, steel for more upscale dress.

3. Budget: Ideally no more than $3kUSD, but can go as high as $5kUSD

4. I've just started building the wardrobe and typically wear Thomas Pink shirt and tie with slacks.  I'll throw on some jeans with the Pink too.

Any suggestions on a watch or birthday gift alternative?

Can I get a steel band for those?

@AlwaysDressed, that is sharp!  I'll have to check it out.  the problem i have is that i'm a bit apprehensive to getting a watch with a leather band.  i'm afraid it's going to wear out pretty quickly, much like a belt.

@Cant kill da Rooster: great advice.  my birthday isn't until late dec, that's why i'm taking a look now.

i liked the rubber band on the breitling b/c it had the clasp.  no worries about wearing out the band as much as a leather one, plus i kinda liked the look (especially with the yellow option).