The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[Phileas Fogg]

Come to think of it: is there any profession that dresses particularly well? I’m stumped.

 

[Omega Male]

I don’t like to generalize. But if you have a monogrammed shirt cuff, you’re definitely a tool.

 

[venessian]

motation, sure. but indeed helprin (and his entire office) get naked in iirc 'rsvp cycles' and 'taking part'

Yes, but the "Larry and his entire office" argument isn't really that strong given that in that era at least 99.9% of "NoCal Bohemia" was often stark raving naked, in addition to which most of them had absolutely no use for watches as both time and clothing were considered extremely shackling concepts.

 

[double00]

what happens at sea ranch stays at sea ranch. or doesn't.

 

[venessian]

what happens at sea ranch stays at sea ranch. or doesn't.

I like it. Have you thought of pitching that idea to Tarantino? It sounds like it could be right up his alley, especially the "doesn't" aspect.

Since Charles Durning, John Candy, and Chris Farley are all dead and Jonah Hill is still too young, I guess maybe John Goodman could play the naked Charles Moore, especially if only sporting that truly hideous gold monstrosity posted a few pages back?

 

[Neville Southall]

I don’t like to generalize. But if you have a monogrammed shirt cuff, you’re definitely a tool.

I felt this.

 

[Neville Southall]

I don’t like to generalize. But if you have a monogrammed shirt cuff, you’re definitely a tool.

 

[9thsymph]

Like you I am looking for a (full?) gold watch. First I wanted a day date too, but I think I will be bored after a while. So now I am torn between these two daytonas:

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I like both equally; the sportiness of the oysterflex and ceramic bezel, but also the luxurious look of the full gold bezel and bracelet.

Help me out guys, convince me why one would be "better" than the other. You decide the context.

Not better or worse, but I would certainly go with the full gold. I’ve never understood the appeal of the oysterflex...

 

[Omega Male]

I felt this.

I don't make the rules.

 

[ronscuba]

All gold ? I like the Breguet Marine.

A lot of nice watches out there. This forum leans conservative. Buy what you like.

 

[Woofa]

This is pretty nice

 

[Texasmade]

This is pretty nice
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I got to try it on several years ago when you could still find these at the boutiques. If only I had $60k to spend on a watch.

 

[Neville Southall]

I got to try it on several years ago when you could still find these at the boutiques. If only I had $60k to spend on a watch. View attachment 1612070

I hate that the date disk gold doesn’t match the good used on the dial.

 

[dan'l]

@9thsymph, I went through a similar process several years ago when I really wanted a solid gold watch on a bracelet. I was focused on the GMT Master II, but eventually went with a 36mm Day-Date. Although the GMT is super cool, I felt at the time it was a bit too chunky, especially in the maxi case. The DD in the Oyster case is slimmer and doesn‘t seem as much in-your-face. With that said, I find I don‘t wear the DD that much and am back to searching for something different and sportier. But as Foo pointed out, there are not that many options for gold watches on a bracelet.

I am a fan of the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo:

It has some heft to it compared to the Ti model, but it‘s still lighter than other gold watches. I just wonder how the design will age.

 

[chocomallo]

@9thsymph, I went through a similar process several years ago when I really wanted a solid gold watch on a bracelet. I was focused on the GMT Master II, but eventually went with a 36mm Day-Date. Although the GMT is super cool, I felt at the time it was a bit too chunky, especially in the maxi case. The DD in the Oyster case is slimmer and doesn‘t seem as much in-your-face. With that said, I find I don‘t wear the DD that much and am back to searching for something different and sportier. But as Foo pointed out, there are not that many options for gold watches on a bracelet.

I am a fan of the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo:

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It has some heft to it compared to the Ti model, but it‘s still lighter than other gold watches. I just wonder how the design will age.

That looks really good on you and fits your wrist well. I really like the rose gold Octo. I own the titanium. Love it. I think the design will age well. I think there are two hang ups for most buyers. First, it is really different so even though people "like" it, they won't buy it (it is often described as too wide and thin, but I think that is for lack of a better description that it is out there and unfamiliar a la Rolex or Omega). Second, Bulgari has made too many versions too fast, so people won't buy it. Bulgari already ruined the brand equity of a fantastic design trying to capitalize on it too quickly.

Plus 9thsymph has smallish wrists from what I recall him posting, so the Octo is probably out of the question for him.

But one watch not mentioned that is worth considering is the gold Alpine Eagle. It is really sharp in person and has a nicely integrated bracelet. For the all gold look 9thsymph is looking for, it might fit the bill. As I recall it comes in 36mm and 41mm. So size shouldn't be an issue.

Not sure I agree with what Foo was saying a few posts back about the Tank on a bracelet or other full gold watches. I feel like my Tank on teardrop bracelet has exactly the "**** you" factor he said it would not have. It is so shiny that only someone who does not care or is a dandy would every think to wear. I think the same would apply to the Omega Constellation that 9thsymph posted that started this conversation. If anything, a full gold Rolex or Royal Oak or Nautilus at this point is the exact opposite of a "**** you." Those watches don't scream "**** you" to me, but rather "look at me," unless it is something like Dino's full gold Daytona from when that attitude was really true.