$1500 What should I get

[jerseyru]

I was looking to get a Chronograph for around $1500. So far I've found 3 that I'm interested in. Help me pick one. Or throw in some watches that I might have overlooked. Thanks in advance for your input

- Baume & Mercier Riviera
http://www.jomashop.com/baume-mercier-8669.html

- Breitling Aeromarine Colt Quartz
http://www.jomashop.com/breitling-a7438010-b7-812a.html

- Omega Seamaster Diver 300M
http://www.jomashop.com/2254-50.html

P.S. This is the first time I've spent more than $500 for a watch so I'd like to get it right.

 

[kitonbrioni]

Welcome to the forum.
You might be able to more watch for the money at Costco or Filene's Basement.
Nevertheless, get the watch you really want at the best price you can find.

 

[edmorel]

most who "know" about watches will tell you to avoid quartz and go with an automatic or hand wound movement. Everything after that is about your taste so take any recomendations for specifics with a grain of salt. At that price level, there is very little difference between watches in terms of constructions and the whole inhouse versus ETA movement argument doesn't really come into play (i think Seiko is the only inhouse mechanical movement you can get in that price range). Anyway, I'd go mechanical and just find a model you like.

 

[jerseyru]

Originally Posted by kitonbrioni

Welcome to the forum.
You might be able to more watch for the money at Costco or Filene's Basement.
Nevertheless, get the watch you really want at the best price you can find.

Unfortunately I'm stuck in Korea for a while (Military) so I am compelled to shop online.

 

[norcaltransplant]

Please check out Timezone. Buying a watch online can definitely save money, but I highly recommend trying on the pieces you like in person before making such an investment. Tourneau is a good place to start. A reputable local jeweler is also an invaluable resource.

 

[edmorel]

Originally Posted by norcaltransplant

Please check out Timezone. Buying a watch online can definitely save money, but I highly recommend trying on the pieces you like in person before making such an investment. Tourneau is a good place to start. A reputable local jeweler is also an invaluable resource.

Is there a Tourneau in the DMZ in Korea?

 

[jerseyru]

Originally Posted by edmorel

Is there a Tourneau in the DMZ in Korea?

I don't think so, I'll check the website. There may be one in Seoul. I'm going to Seoul in a couple weeks anyway to pick up some APC's.

 

[gdl203]

Of these 3, I would absolutely definitely pick the Seamaster. Without a doubt.

 

[Tengu]

Just one of the watches you have listed is technically a chronograph - Baume & Mercier Riviera. BTW, is jomashop a reputable dealer? Good luck with your purchase!

 

[edmorel]

Originally Posted by Tengu

BTW, is jomashop a reputable dealer?


They are a reputable grey market dealer. Unlike most reputable grey market guys, they do not offer the original warranty but do offer their own warranty. Given that all those watches have very basic movements, I wouldn't worry about sending the watch into Joma for repair if the need arised. Joma has been around for at least 10 years.

 

[kolecho]

Get a Sinn online. They are German made tool watches that are built to last.

 

[jerseyru]

Originally Posted by Tengu

Just one of the watches you have listed is technically a chronograph - Baume & Mercier Riviera.

I noticed that. I couldn't find to many other Chrono's that I liked in that price range.

 

[jerseyru]

I've never heard of Sinn. I'll have to check them out.

 

[Cantabrigian]

I'd recommend,

1. the seamaster you're looking at
2. a Sinn chronograph - I'm especially fond of the 356, 103 and 756
3. a Fortis chronograph

 

[Tengu]

Thanks.

Unlike most reputable grey market guys, they do not offer the original warranty

What do you mean? Other reputable grey market guys DO offer the original warranty???