Best under the radar watch?

[HogwldFLTR]

Really I don't see many watches as being too over the Radar. For me the only watches that have really garnered attention were some of the wild designs from Invicta. Every time I wore one I'd be questioned about it. Rolex just doesn't seem to get the same interest, even my Sky D.

[jonnyz1245]

EXPI and EXPII both fly low!

[behardt]

Originally Posted by beshannon

Amen. That's a watch you wear just for you (and other WIS of course)

[schro]

For me this:

[DLRIDES]

"Under the radar" used to be a concern for me, but now Realize that unless it's gold or two tone, only serious watch enthusiasts notice.

Wear what you want !

[osamu]

For similar to Rolex range... probably like a JLC geophysic or MUT. Any like SS simple dress watch would be pretty under the radar. Sports watch wise, maybe an IWC XVIII.

For Rolex... I would agree with he EXII, especially if you put it on like a Rubber B or NATO. Just doesn't looks like a "common" Rolex, ie. a variation of a sub or DJ.

Higher than Rolex... probably a Patek 5167.

[Mick P]

Originally Posted by pearson1995

What is it in your opinion guys, I think the Tudor BB fulfils the job perfectly. Other than that, the omega speed master moon watch.

I personally think Rolex just with its name prevents it from being under the radar, although the explorer is an excellent choice!

The current 39mm Explorer is well under the radar and my 1655 Freccione Explorer11 is about as unRolex that you will ever get. No one ever looks at it possibly because of the acrylic lens and small body.

It is a brilliant watch to wear once you have mastered the somewhat dizzy dial.

Regards

Mick

[tyler1980]

Patek 5164A is by far the most under the radar watch i own. No one knows what it is and it doesn't get a second look, ever.

Almost everyone knows what a Rolex is and people will notice regardless of the model.

[Star Ferry]

Originally Posted by behardt

Amen. That's a watch you wear just for you (and other WIS of course)

Anyone who's been to a dentist's office and leafed through an issue of The Economist has a high chance of recognizing the Patek name. it's not under the radar at all IMO

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Star Ferry

Anyone who's been to a dentist's office and leafed through an issue of The Economist has a high chance of recognizing the Patek name. it's not under the radar at all IMO

they might recognize the name but not the value. Literally no one in my family back in the States ever wants to talk about anything but my Rolex when the topic of watches come up. They couldn't be bothered about my PP's or AP's. Im convinced they think my GMT is by far my most valuable watch.

[Star Ferry]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

they might recognize the name but not the value. Literally no one in my family back in the States ever wants to talk about anything but my Rolex when the topic of watches come up. They couldn't be bothered about my PP's or AP's. Im convinced they think my GMT is by far my most valuable watch.

That's probably true. I'd guess most upper middle class Americans are aware of the brand but don't realize how expensive it is

Here, plenty of people would recognize the brand and also have a rough idea of pricing. From january through may of this year, I worked out at a personal training gym -- and my trainer was always talking about how he wanted to buy a PP or AP one day. He also liked to read chinese language watch magazines, as did his friends

[Randy]

Not any Rolex is under radar.

[enginerd]

Originally Posted by pearson1995

What is it in your opinion guys, I think the Tudor BB fulfils the job perfectly. Other than that, the omega speed master moon watch.

I personally think Rolex just with its name prevents it from being under the radar, although the explorer is an excellent choice!

I only read the 1st post of the thread, and agreed right away with the Tudor BB. No one knows what it is, and that's just fine by me! It also fits in perfectly with my thick-case theme.

[Buckeye4life]

Originally Posted by enginerd

I only read the 1st post of the thread, and agreed right away with the Tudor BB. No one knows what it is, and that's just fine by me! It also fits in perfectly with my thick-case theme.

I'm not really a chrono guy, but man I love that tudor!

[teb1013]

I agree with the Tudor Black Bay. Then again, although my Rolex DJ 16233 TT has the most identifiable Rolex features, it’s not exactly a loud watch either and I’ve never had anyone ask about it. I wear the Black Bay (Blue ETA) the DateJust and a Grand Seiko quartz in regular rotation and no one really notices. Still if I want to be very casual, the Black Bay is the go to.


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[DrummerGuy]

Any Timex

[H_tony11]

G-shock

[gccmd]

It's not the cheapest option by any means but I think the Patek Calatrava is the best under the radar watch. Simple but elegant. I particularly like the 5196g.

[GarbanzoNegro]

Originally Posted by japenney

36mm explorer. The new 214270 is too polished to be under the radar. 16570 or even the 216570 are good options because they do not have much of that mirror polish on them. I also like the pelagos and black bay.

Totally agree with the 114270. IMO, an all rounder.

Best regards,


Mr. Gonzalez