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Shoaib · 2 September 2011, 09:11 AM

I am very new to all this and i would really appreciate it if you guys could help me out.
With a budget of around 2500 US, what options do i have?
As this is going to be my first purchase it is going to be very special for me and i will probably keep it for thhe rest of my life. It has to be something prestegious and from a good brand.
I like Tag Heuer Monaco Automatic and Omega Seamaster Quartz. Also, im in love with the Panerai Luminor Base Logo but its well out of my budget sadly.
what other optiions do i have?
:)

perpetualman88 · 2 September 2011, 09:27 AM

I recently sold my A serial rolex datejust with oyster band and SS bracelet with box and papers for exactly 2500.

Demosthene · 2 September 2011, 11:35 AM

Have a look at the Omega Speedmaster professional.
There’s not really much better then it within the same price bracket.

I’ve always had a soft spot for the Nomos Club as well, especially considering it has an in house movement!

http://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watches/

expensivetaste · 2 September 2011, 11:41 AM

I say keep saving for a bit longer and get the Pam 000 it's a gorgeous piece and if you want it you should get it. Definitely worth the wait IMO

WatchTimes · 2 September 2011, 12:04 PM

Not a fan of Tag at all, not many fans of Tag here to be honest.

Did you say Quartz??? Nooooooooooo

There have been a few good suggestions already and I am sure there are plenty more to come as well....

Id really suggest saving a bit more for the Panerai you like or an automatic by Rolex, Omega or Breitling.

A Rolex DJ was my first real watch purchase (pre loved) and I still own it!

htc8p · 2 September 2011, 12:43 PM

you already mentioned the keepers.

go for a panerai or an omega or a preowned rolex. its all good

drockadam · 2 September 2011, 12:51 PM

Defiantly go with the TAG Heuer Monaco! Black or blue dial?

brkanand · 2 September 2011, 12:53 PM

Hold on friend. You will have a decent watch. TRF members will help you to identify one.

Shoaib · 2 September 2011, 05:28 PM

@ Demosthene: I'm a fan of the speedmaster myself. Will definitely consider that.
@ Expensivetaste and Watchtimes: You are right maybe I should get the PAM even if it means waiting for a bit longer. I think its simple and elegant and the more I look at it, the more I love it.
@ htc8p: I would consider a pre-owned submariner but I have no idea how much they go for?
@ Drockadam: Automatic(non-chrono) with blue Dial and Strap.

Thanks a million for your input guys.

B. Doggy · 3 September 2011, 01:54 AM

Can't go wrong with a Speedy Pro!

conrail · 3 September 2011, 03:16 AM

For $2,500 you can get a pretty nice mechanical watch - I'd avoid quartz if you want your first "real" watch.

Def go pre-owned (especially w/ your budget) as you can get such better value. Pre-owned doesn't mean banged around though, you can prob get a complete sex (box/papers) Omega, Breitling, Tag, for around $2,500. Rolexes hold their value far better than the aforementioned and will probably run you into the $4ks for a Sub. You might be able to get a GMT in the $3ks.

Shoaib · 3 September 2011, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by conrail

For $2,500 you can get a pretty nice mechanical watch - I'd avoid quartz if you want your first "real" watch.

Def go pre-owned (especially w/ your budget) as you can get such better value. Pre-owned doesn't mean banged around though, you can prob get a complete sex (box/papers) Omega, Breitling, Tag, for around $2,500. Rolexes hold their value far better than the aforementioned and will probably run you into the $4ks for a Sub. You might be able to get a GMT in the $3ks.

I see. How about the Air King?

conrail · 3 September 2011, 04:48 AM

No idea on the Air King, sorry. I don't have any interest in those. Perhaps others can chime in.

wgs · 3 September 2011, 05:15 AM

Panerai Luminor Base Logo ... loving this watch. There is a uniqueness to Panerai like no other. If you can wait, it's worth it. Good luck to you!

kctt · 3 September 2011, 09:27 AM

Take a look at Oris. They have some good pieces at very good prices.

Shoaib · 4 September 2011, 11:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by perpetualman88

I recently sold my A serial rolex datejust with oyster band and SS bracelet with box and papers for exactly 2500.

You got a pic of it?

SWIMPRUF · 5 September 2011, 03:36 PM

PAM 000, Pre owned Datejust or Speedy Pro.

Feras · 23 October 2011, 04:54 AM

there is a beautiful sub no date for sale in this forum 3000+

TSW · 23 October 2011, 05:01 AM

Save up for a classic Sub!

eric23 · 23 October 2011, 05:18 AM

Save up a bit more and get a used Rolex!

rosspanics · 23 October 2011, 05:27 AM

I agree with the others... keep saving!

salem65 · 23 October 2011, 05:29 AM

Have a look at JS Watch, very nice classic designs, and my personal favourite.
Frederique Constant has nice watches too, that are in your price range. I recently purchased one.
There are also Mont Blanc and Tudor which you should be able to get a nice new piece.

cedargrove · 23 October 2011, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shoaib

I see. How about the Air King?

Some very nice Air Kings in your price range (used). Lots of dial options. Keep in mind they are only 34mm. Some might think them small by today's standard, but unless you have a big wrist they could work.

Saxon007 · 23 October 2011, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Can't go wrong with a Speedy Pro!

Agreed, for a bit more than $3000 you can snag a new Omega Speedmaster Pro. You can get a new Omega Seamaster for less. I've had 3 Omegas (although I currently only have one) and they are very fine watches. I wear my Speedy more often than my Rolex. Mine is a manual wind - if you get a Speedy you want one with the manual wind 1861 (or 1863) movement.

yannis · 23 October 2011, 09:07 AM

Air King is also a great watch mate.

warren G. · 23 October 2011, 12:54 PM

The Omega Speedmaster was my first "nice watch"

DCgator · 23 October 2011, 02:35 PM

A BNIB Omega Seamaster Pro w/ co-axial movt can be had for $2800 and some change - black or blue dial. Send PM if interested.

Happy hunting!

slcbbrown · 23 October 2011, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by perpetualman88

I recently sold my A serial rolex datejust with oyster band and SS bracelet with box and papers for exactly 2500.

If you can spend some time learning about pre-owned watches, you'll never do better than a good used Rolex. Datejusts are everywhere for your price range. I also bought a Rolex Sub no-date for not much more than $2,500. Used Omega auto's could be in your range, also.

It takes a little research to learn enough to get what you will be happy with, but a nice Rolex could last you 50 years. Make sure you understand service costs and when a used watch will need service.

gregory estero · 23 October 2011, 11:09 PM

plenty of choices, preowned rolex date just.

mailamitnow · 8 February 2012, 03:52 AM

Don't be afraid to go pre owned, the way I see it its a better buy than a pre owned car since you can take apart a watch and service all parts.

2 September 2011, 09:11 AM	#1
Shoaib "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Posts: 11	Saving For First "Real Watch" I am very new to all this and i would really appreciate it if you guys could help me out. With a budget of around 2500 US, what options do i have? As this is going to be my first purchase it is going to be very special for me and i will probably keep it for thhe rest of my life. It has to be something prestegious and from a good brand. I like Tag Heuer Monaco Automatic and Omega Seamaster Quartz. Also, im in love with the Panerai Luminor Base Logo but its well out of my budget sadly. what other optiions do i have? :)

2 September 2011, 09:27 AM	#2
perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,078	I recently sold my A serial rolex datejust with oyster band and SS bracelet with box and papers for exactly 2500. __________________ Instagram: @SwissWatchTime

2 September 2011, 12:04 PM	#5
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,583	Not a fan of Tag at all, not many fans of Tag here to be honest. Did you say Quartz??? Nooooooooooo There have been a few good suggestions already and I am sure there are plenty more to come as well.... Id really suggest saving a bit more for the Panerai you like or an automatic by Rolex, Omega or Breitling. A Rolex DJ was my first real watch purchase (pre loved) and I still own it! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

3 September 2011, 01:54 AM	#10
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Can't go wrong with a Speedy Pro! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

3 September 2011, 03:16 AM	#11
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	For $2,500 you can get a pretty nice mechanical watch - I'd avoid quartz if you want your first "real" watch. Def go pre-owned (especially w/ your budget) as you can get such better value. Pre-owned doesn't mean banged around though, you can prob get a complete sex (box/papers) Omega, Breitling, Tag, for around $2,500. Rolexes hold their value far better than the aforementioned and will probably run you into the $4ks for a Sub. You might be able to get a GMT in the $3ks. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

2 September 2011, 11:35 AM	#3
Demosthene "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Perth Australia Posts: 1,326	Have a look at the Omega Speedmaster professional. There’s not really much better then it within the same price bracket. I’ve always had a soft spot for the Nomos Club as well, especially considering it has an in house movement! http://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watches/

2 September 2011, 11:41 AM	#4
expensivetaste 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Elijah Location: Midwest Watch: 124060 Posts: 216	I say keep saving for a bit longer and get the Pam 000 it's a gorgeous piece and if you want it you should get it. Definitely worth the wait IMO

2 September 2011, 12:43 PM	#6
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,451	you already mentioned the keepers. go for a panerai or an omega or a preowned rolex. its all good

2 September 2011, 12:51 PM	#7
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Defiantly go with the TAG Heuer Monaco! Black or blue dial?

2 September 2011, 12:53 PM	#8
brkanand 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: DrK Location: India Watch: 4=YMDaytonaGMTHulk Posts: 7,050	Hold on friend. You will have a decent watch. TRF members will help you to identify one.

2 September 2011, 05:28 PM	#9
Shoaib "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Posts: 11	@ Demosthene: I'm a fan of the speedmaster myself. Will definitely consider that. @ Expensivetaste and Watchtimes: You are right maybe I should get the PAM even if it means waiting for a bit longer. I think its simple and elegant and the more I look at it, the more I love it. @ htc8p: I would consider a pre-owned submariner but I have no idea how much they go for? @ Drockadam: Automatic(non-chrono) with blue Dial and Strap. Thanks a million for your input guys.

3 September 2011, 04:48 AM	#13
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	No idea on the Air King, sorry. I don't have any interest in those. Perhaps others can chime in. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

3 September 2011, 09:27 AM	#15
kctt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne Watch: AP Diver/SD/GMTIIc Posts: 228	Take a look at Oris. They have some good pieces at very good prices. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600, Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver, Omega Seamaster Professional, Tudor Pelagos 25600TB, Tudor Black Bay Dark, Zenith Defy Classic IG: @idighorology

5 September 2011, 03:36 PM	#17
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	PAM 000, Pre owned Datejust or Speedy Pro. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

23 October 2011, 04:54 AM	#18
Feras Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Feras Location: Bahrain Watch: Rolex,Tag Posts: 1,923	there is a beautiful sub no date for sale in this forum 3000+

23 October 2011, 05:01 AM	#19
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Save up for a classic Sub! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

23 October 2011, 05:18 AM	#20
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Save up a bit more and get a used Rolex!

23 October 2011, 05:27 AM	#21
rosspanics "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Rocky Mountains Watch: Exp2, Exp1 Posts: 727	I agree with the others... keep saving!

23 October 2011, 05:29 AM	#22
salem65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Watch: JS Watch co. 101 Posts: 1,390	Have a look at JS Watch, very nice classic designs, and my personal favourite. Frederique Constant has nice watches too, that are in your price range. I recently purchased one. There are also Mont Blanc and Tudor which you should be able to get a nice new piece. __________________ JS Watch 101 ▪ Grand Seiko SBGX061 ▪ Breitling A17364

23 October 2011, 09:07 AM	#25
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Air King is also a great watch mate. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

23 October 2011, 12:54 PM	#26
warren G. "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Watch: Speedmaster 3861 Posts: 1,925	The Omega Speedmaster was my first "nice watch" __________________ De gustibus non est disputandum.

23 October 2011, 02:35 PM	#27
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	A BNIB Omega Seamaster Pro w/ co-axial movt can be had for $2800 and some change - black or blue dial. Send PM if interested. Happy hunting!

23 October 2011, 11:09 PM	#29
gregory estero Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Gregory Location: Estero, Fl. Watch: SS Black Sub Posts: 28	plenty of choices, preowned rolex date just.

8 February 2012, 03:52 AM	#30
mailamitnow "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NJ Watch: BLNR Posts: 11	Don't be afraid to go pre owned, the way I see it its a better buy than a pre owned car since you can take apart a watch and service all parts.

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