One watch for all occasions

[RC2]

My 14060M

[subloverR]

16710. Coke. Period.

[HL65]

Dato out of your collection...Great collection by the way!

[GTS Dean]

TT DJ on Jubilee bracelet. If there was ever a Rolex for all occasions, that's it.

[DiamondJack]

Love the ALS Datograph Flyback

But if in some strange universe I was forced to live with just one watch, it would have to be a TT GMTIIc ....no question.

[Timepeice]

Originally Posted by Rolexis

I think I agree on the RG DD. Or even a YG DD. Yesterday I went to the grocery store liquor shop and compilmented the cashier on his YG DD. Only in Naples, FL cashier at a grocery store with solid gold Pres. I have to settle for wearing my 16713 or 5512 everyday. If I could do it over I would have tried to keep the Double Red Sea Dweller I got my hands on in 2000. I have not seen one since

I find its hard to believe its real...I've had similar experiences with the gold president...30k watch on a cashiers salary? seems fishy if you ask me

[Mennald]

I would choose the the DD.

[Riseman Weather]

I am a slob and even I know a Rolex Submariner would look great in every occasion.

[Paul B]

Originally Posted by Timepeice

I find its hard to believe its real...I've had similar experiences with the gold president...30k watch on a cashiers salary? seems fishy if you ask me

You can find a used DD with bracelet for $6~$8K, he also may have been the store owner.

That being said, a DD is way to bling for me... my perfect all occasion go anywhere Rolex would be a SS Datejust, bulletproof and doesn't scream "LOOK AT ME".



Paul

[JDG]

Originally Posted by Boopie

I do have only one watch, my SS/platinum Yachtmaster. It goes with everything.

X2. Great watch that works with everything!

[Boothroyd]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Of the ones in your collection, the AL&S Datograph. Speaking more broadly, I would say the SS GMT IIc - in my opinion, the best all-round watch money can buy today

Could you elaborate on your opinion regarding GMT IIC? Not disagreeing, but interested in your perspective vis-a-vis Sub, etc. Thank you.

[The GMT Master]

Originally Posted by Boothroyd

Could you elaborate on your opinion regarding GMT IIC? Not disagreeing, but interested in your perspective vis-a-vis Sub, etc. Thank you.

Of course, Daniel, here's what I wrote earlier today in response to the same question

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

I've always had a bit of a thing for the GMT IIc. It was the first Rolex that I sold (a bi-metal, don't ask me how I managed to sell it, I had zero product knowledge at the time!), the first one that really caught my eye, and a really wonderful backstory.

The thing I particularly like about the GMT is that it is unquestionably the purest and most user-friendly GMT watch on the market. With the Submariner, although it is undoubtedly an extremely good diver's watch, there are a lot of brands that make diver's watches that are either equal or very close in quality to it. Its very much a crowded market, whilst the GMT is almost in a league of its own.

I also think the GMT complication is a very handy feature to have as well. You have almost the same functionality of the Sub (100m water resistance is more than enough for all bar professional divers), plus a very unusual complication. You also get a movement that is only used in two models within the range, whilst the venerable cal. 3135 is used in the vast majority of Rolexes. This, for me, creates a watch that both stands out visually and technically.

This is certainly my rationale when it comes to the GMT, I know some folks absolutely adore the Submariner, and I completely understand why. Just for me, the GMT is a real stand out watch in an already excellent range offered by Rolex

Chris

[Boothroyd]

Appreciated, as always!

[Widows Son]

I'm in the minority here but, I's take your PP. None of your chronos will work for dress, but put a chocolate or burgandy strap on the PP and you can wear it for casual dress. Switch back to the black for dress. I'd wear it for anything but diving and yardwork.

[wokafu]

a SUB...

[Paladin]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

one watch, one watch....sacrilege, blasphemy..........this thread needs to be CLOSED ASAP!

+1 in total agreement. The OP's hypothetical situation is so far fetched it does not deserve further comment.

[jizeal]

Everrose DayDate get my vote!

[GTS Dean]

There's not even any lume on the hands! Remember the title of the thread - one watch for ALL occasions - not just daytime.

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TT OysterQuartz
SS/Black "U" Daytona
TT GMT II-C
DD OysterQuartz
Breitling Aero
Omega Speedmaster Pro

[springer]

Mtg choice would be a GMT II, or a vintage GMT 16750.

[The Joker]

SS DJ, don't need anything more.

I am bias though.

[kilyung]

I've got to revise my answer. Keep the DD and sell everything else to buy the new Lange Dato.

[DiamondJack]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I've got to revise my answer. Keep the DD and sell everything else to buy the new Lange Dato.

I absolutely love that watch...... and the new power reserve indicator is a sweet addition .......but not sure about all occasions.....???

What would it be like in the pool or shower ??? A depth rating equivalent to "washing your hands very carefully".......

[robrobin]

Anything I own........

[SWIMPRUF]

DD for me.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by DiamondJack

I absolutely love that watch...... and the new power reserve indicator is a sweet addition .......but not sure about all occasions.....???

What would it be like in the pool or shower ??? A depth rating equivalent to "washing your hands very carefully".......

True true but I don't shower with my watches and would leave it on the towel rather than in the pool/beach. I'd change a lot of habits for that watch.

[DiamondJack]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I'd change a lot of habits for that watch.

You're absolutely right on that point.... me too

[mderagon]

IMHO, you cant beat a ss daytona