Is having a Sub and a Speedmaster too basic?

[Devlred]

I went a different route for a Diver and i certainly dont regret it. Too many fakes Subs in the wild..

[peterskinner]

Originally Posted by Marcus09

IMO these 2 are the most imitated watches in the world. So no, they are not basic; in fact, they are the base for the mere existence of all watches in the world today.
Cheers.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Err....is it just me, or is that plain silly. 99% of watch users would be barely aware of their existence.

[Marcus09]

Originally Posted by peterskinner

Err....is it just me, or is that plain silly. 99% of watch users would be barely aware of their existence.

We don't care who is aware of their existence or not. The Rolex Submariner without date magnifier corresponds to the original model of 1954. It is among the best known, most popular, most imitated and most counterfeit watches in the world. 99% might not be aware of that, but 99% are wearing, without knowing it, a copy or a Sub wannabe.
I do hope that I made my point clearer, I don't want to sound silly, do I .
Cheers.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Marcus09]

Originally Posted by Devlred

I went a different route for a Diver and i certainly dont regret it. Too many fakes Subs in the wild..

Very nice pieces you have there! I am very fond of your AP


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[breitlings]

Id sell the omega and add the daytona. Or just add the daytona.

[skkali168]

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[teb1013]

The only way these are too basic is if you plan to spend a lot of time with watch snobs who will look down on anything but watches made by the "Big 3" or something like that. Almost anyone on this forum, or similar forums will appreciate them as a great foundation for a watch collection, you'll enjoy a great rotation. The general public won't notice at all. I have no one ever mention my watches. Don't wear them for others, they don't care, do it for yourself.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[chadstone30]

Originally Posted by teb1013

...watch snobs who will look down on anything but watches made by the "Big 3" or something like that.

Which three are considered the "Big 3?" Serious question. Patek, Breguet, ... AP? Thanks, c

[turboevo2]

Perfect first two watch collection in my opinion

[subtona]

Perfect pair

[Iloreyix]

I don't think you could go wrong with these actually.
The Sub No-Date would set you apart, I have seen only one in the wild other than mine - and I have only seen one speedy in the wild.
Not basic at all - awesome watches.

[ITony]

About as perfect pair to start a collection with. Now you just need to find a nice dress watch. Reverso?

[Roll the Lex]

If you love 'em, get 'em.

[OPExp]

Originally Posted by Soupcxan

If your watch collection is just a Sub and a Speedmaster, is that too generic? I feel like these are the watches everyone has.

The Sub and the Speedmaster are not as common in the real world as some people claim. They may be common around watch enthusiast circles and there are reasons for that. One being that they are both great, time tested, and iconic pieces.
Common does not have to carry a negative connotation in my opinion. I can think of a few other common items that I have that bring me value, comfort, and pleasure.

Are Levi's 501s common? Absolutely and they are still great