Better gift for the lady: Rolex OP or Cartier Ballon?

[V25V]

Depends on what her style is. Two completely different watches.

[JoeJoeBobo]

Ask her?

[Star Ferry]

Originally Posted by buddenfan

Problem is I dont like being ripped off and the 4-5x over retail for the Tiffany OP is a giant ripoff for a rolex entry watch.

I personally prefer the Cartier and asking the lady would be pointless as anywoman would pick Rolex because of the ‘name and status of having a Rolex’

I am far from a feminist advocate, but we shouldn’t assume all women are brand and status seeking homing missiles / robots. They have individual preferences and those preferences vary. Mine explicitly told me she doesn’t want a Rolex because she shies from the spotlight and doesn’t want the attention it might draw.

[DESOMOJI]

It’s better to ask her

[sleepydoc]

The ballon bleu with the silver guilloché dial is also stunning. Agree Cartier is more elegant and many women LOVE it.

[KathleenL]

Originally Posted by buddenfan

Whats a better birthday gift for my lady?

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Originally Posted by buddenfan

Problem is I dont like being ripped off and the 4-5x over retail for the Tiffany OP is a giant ripoff for a rolex entry watch.

I personally prefer the Cartier and asking the lady would be pointless as anywoman would pick Rolex because of the ‘name and status of having a Rolex’

Originally Posted by Star Ferry

I am far from a feminist advocate, but we shouldn’t assume all women are brand and status seeking homing missiles / robots. They have individual preferences and those preferences vary. Mine explicitly told me she doesn’t want a Rolex because she shies from the spotlight and doesn’t want the attention it might draw.

Good grief, @buddenfan! Unless YOU are going to be wearing the watch, you don't pick the one you like best. If it is a gift for your lady, you need to give her the watch that SHE prefers.

If it's to be a stealth purchase/gift, then you need to figure out a way to have her look at all of the watches you are considering, to get her comments and determine which she likes the best. If it's not a stealth purchase/gift, then just come right out and show her the photos and ask her. Or give her a monetary budget amount and tell her to pick out a watch that fits the budget. But do not, under any circumstances, give her a watch that she might not like and never want to wear.

Sheesh!

[Moondoggy]

Sing them a song of love

https://youtu.be/VHQBgOZKk6k

I am confused.

[HHIslander]

Originally Posted by KathleenL

Good grief, @buddenfan! Unless YOU are going to be wearing the watch, you don't pick the one you like best. If it is a gift for your lady, you need to give her the watch that SHE prefers.

If it's to be a stealth purchase/gift, then you need to figure out a way to have her look at all of the watches you are considering, to get her comments and determine which she likes the best. If it's not a stealth purchase/gift, then just come right out and show her the photos and ask her. Or give her a monetary budget amount and tell her to pick out a watch that fits the budget. But do not, under any circumstances, give her a watch that she might not like and never want to wear.

Sheesh!

That’s pretty much exactly what I was told when I tried to pull a surprise watch gift and failed. I’ve since learned the element of surprise is overrated.

[mjm700]

I agree with the comments to consider the DJ. My wife moved from a cartier to a small DJ. Havent seen the cartier on her wrist since. It seems a bit more elegant than an OP and might offer the right balance.

However, i'm apparently in the minority on asking her / involving her in the decision. Sometimes too much involvement starts to feel like you bought it yourself. If you have a decent idea what she likes I'm sure you will pick well. Surprises are memorable.

Good luck!

[BillA]

Ask her. Many years ago I wanted to buy a Rolex or Cartier for my wife. I gave her a choice. We went to the stores together, she tried on many watches, and each time she gravitated to the Cartier. She found the Rolex too clunky for her taste. I bought her the watch she wanted, the Cartier SS Demoiselle. It is a small watch, she loves it to this day, loves wearing it. I have often asked if she wants a Rolex for a special occasion, like b’day, and she always say no. Had I bought the Rolex out of surprise, it would have never been worn. Again, ask her.

[rob495]

Originally Posted by JParm

I think you definitely have to throw the lady DJ into the mix, budget dependent of course.

Of those two options, yes, the Cartier looks great. However, I surprised my wife with the lady DJ and I don't think she would have it any other way. Many of the Datejusts are just as elegant and striking, if not more so than Cartier.

She's not a brand person AT ALL, but she knows I love Rolex and was happy to add another to her collection.

Wow, what an incredible pic! Looks like it belongs in a Magazine!

You made the right choice.

[Mifune]

Omega Ladymatic

[buddenfan]

I went with the Rolex




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[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by buddenfan

I went with the Rolex




https://ibb.co/HhQqv3M

Congratulations!

*golf clap*

[East Bay Rider]

Originally Posted by buddenfan

I went with the Rolex




https://ibb.co/HhQqv3M

Classic good taste that'll never be out of style IMO.

Most importantly, how did she like it?

[buddenfan]

Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Classic good taste that'll never be out of style IMO.

Most importantly, how did she like it?

Will know Feb 5th (her bday)

[Cliffnopus]

During a trip to a luxury jeweler, where I bought my Seamaster years ago, my wife saw and loved the Omega Ladymatick. We purchased the rose gold TT w/diamond markers and she loves it to this day. Stock photo.
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[superdog]

Originally Posted by buddenfan

I went with the Rolex




https://ibb.co/HhQqv3M

Certainly the best dial for it, imho.