Advice on Next Purchase

[Clique]

Need help deciding on next watch. My current collection: BLNR (Oyster Bracelet), Omega Speedmaster Pro, JLC MUT (Black Dial). I've narrowed it down to:

Rolex 114060 - If I didn't already have the BLNR I would definitely get this. But the sub seems way too similar to the GMT to me so it's hard for me to imagine really wanting to have both (I know that runs counter to the general consensus on this forum where a ton of people own several similar looking watches). The ceramic bezel, tapering bracelet, and microadjust are huge pluses though.

Omega Seamaster 300m Ceramic (White Dial) - I love the the white dial and the way it contrasts with the black accents and bezel (it's also similar to ceramic white dial Daytona which I would get if its price weren't so marked up). I like the fact that it is different than all my black dialed watches, has microadjust, and has a ceramic bezel. I'm not a huge fan of the bracelet's aesthetics and the fact that it doesn't taper.

Black Bay 58 - I love the look and size of this watch, esp the gilt accents on the dial. I also like the idea of going with a new brand as I already have a Rolex and an Omega. But I dislike the lack of ceramic bezel (I'm a clumsy person so more prone to accidentally scratching the bezel) and the lack of microadjust (really appreciate this on my GMT). And I'm somewhat worried that I might get tired of the faux vintage touches (rivets, gilt bezel, etc).

[GST15]

White dial Seamaster with the black rubber strap is nice!

[JSCP]

Rolex

[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by GST15

White dial Seamaster with the black rubber strap is nice!

My new lust piece.

[johnorpheus]

Giving what you already have, BB58 seems like it would be a great addition. Can't go wrong with either of the other two, though.

[DG123]

Originally Posted by Clique

Need help deciding on next watch. My current collection: BLNR (Oyster Bracelet), Omega Speedmaster Pro, JLC MUT (Black Dial). I've narrowed it down to:

Keep the BLNR, sell the Omega, sell the JLC.
Use the sale proceeds to make a stock market investment.

[Napoleon]

I have a ceramic Seamaster (blue) as well as the 114060 and based on what you’ve got I’d go Omega. It’s truly unique.

[mpct5011]

I vote Submariner, but you make a good point about being similar to GMT. Here’s the reality......with having several choices, you run the risk of not being satisfied. You might always be wondering about one of the other ones you didn’t choose. Therefore, I’d purchase one that gives you the potential of recovering your investment if you don’t love your choice.

[zjd168]

Sub, as it appears you like it the most.

[Event Horizon]

Omega.
That seamster is hands down the best bang for the buck on the luxury watch market.
I've got the silver dial version and absolutely love it.

[Psmith]

Personally I would go for the Omega.

[Johnpierpontmorgan]

Originally Posted by DG123

Keep the BLNR, sell the Omega, sell the JLC.
Use the sale proceeds to make a stock market investment.

I wouldn’t do that when the market is the most overvalued in history; when assessing on cyclically adjusted price earnings ratio, and MKt valuation over gdp

[johnorpheus]

Originally Posted by DG123

Keep the BLNR, sell the Omega, sell the JLC.
Use the sale proceeds to make a stock market investment.

what?

[Johnpierpontmorgan]

Two rolex one omega and one jlc sounds good to me


But if branding is a non issue. Tudor is still the best bang for buck

[HaiovR]

Grab the Rolex first))

[Clique]

Originally Posted by mpct5011

I vote Submariner, but you make a good point about being similar to GMT. Here’s the reality......with having several choices, you run the risk of not being satisfied. You might always be wondering about one of the other ones you didn’t choose. Therefore, I’d purchase one that gives you the potential of recovering your investment if you don’t love your choice.

This where I'm starting to come around to. Even though I'm leaning more towards the Tudor/Omega in terms of aesthetics, the Rolex is arguably a lower risk since it's likely the easiest decision to reverse financially.

Originally Posted by DG123

Keep the BLNR, sell the Omega, sell the JLC.
Use the sale proceeds to make a stock market investment.

I agree that the prudent thing is to invest money over spending it on luxury goods so stating that isn't particularly groundbreaking or helpful. You really should have recommended selling the BLNR too as that would be an even more prudent decision.

Originally Posted by Johnpierpontmorgan

I wouldn’t do that when the market is the most overvalued in history; when assessing on cyclically adjusted price earnings ratio, and MKt valuation over gdp

Considering that the vast majority of professional fund managers can't beat the market, I highly doubt that you have some special insight into market timing.

[zzup]

But the 114060 is not the same as a GMT - it’s less complicated, no date and only 3 hands - not even by far the “same watch”


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[bp1000]

Tudor

[Gerardus]

As mentioned in your poll:
First choice ..Rolex
2/Omega
3/Tudor

[Santiago32]

I have the same dilemma as you where the BLNR looks too much like a black SubC. I would opt for a Hulk (since it’s quite different) or a Tudor Pelagos.


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[htc8p]

wow this is a difficult thread. i voted with the omega. getting the No date will give you rolex fatigue

[Dancingpriest]

I will say go for what your heart wants but then again it will still be confusing to you, so here is my two cent...The HULK always gives me joy thinking about it.