Sub $15K divers (other than Rolex)

[Rodrigo082]

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Like I said, I had tried very much all (and I have the D-blue, Sub ND and SD43) and I can certainly say, nothin like the Glashütte SeaQ Panorama Datum 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[Batmannr1]

To each his own favorite diver. I think we are lucky as collectors to have such a wide variety of stunning timepieces from different brands to choose from nowadays.
Owning now modern diver pieces like the SD43 and the FF Barakuda my next 15k for a dive watch would go to a vintage one. I love the vintage Omega Seamaster 300.

[L_S_SHOE]

Originally Posted by NardinNut

I’ll second that. I love my Bathyscaphe

Something to be said for a nice clean dial. Beautiful watch.


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[Amochosto]

Originally Posted by Nikrnic

I'm looking to ad another diver to the mix myself and keep going back to this one. In fact I went back today for a second look. I have been looking around for a while and I'm now pretty much convinced the Planet Ocean is going to be hard to top at any price, especially anything in the sub 10k price range..

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I fully endorse this, they are big, but if you can wear a 45mm Blancpain you can rock a 45.5 mm Planet Ocean.

[Rodrigo082]

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[AG23]

Originally Posted by Rodrigo082

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Hey Rodrigo, beautiful watch- can I ask how big your wrist is?

[Rodrigo082]

Originally Posted by AG23

Hey Rodrigo, beautiful watch- can I ask how big your wrist is?

It’s 6,2 Inch and actually it’s perfect for my wrist

[Rodrigo082]

Originally Posted by AG23

Hey Rodrigo, beautiful watch- can I ask how big your wrist is?

Actually it wears way better than the SD43 and more comfortable.
It’s now my daily one (even with Suites looks awesome) I just ordered the Stainless Steel bracelet so it will go better with a suite

[AG23]

Originally Posted by Rodrigo082

Actually it wears way better than the SD43 and more comfortable.
It’s now my daily one (even with Suites looks awesome) I just ordered the Stainless Steel bracelet so it will go better with a suite

Thanks- I’m really tempted by this one. Also good to know you can get the other straps.

[Rodrigo082]

Originally Posted by AG23

Thanks- I’m really tempted by this one. Also good to know you can get the other straps.

Definitely, I’m waiting for the stainless steel and later will add the rubber as well.

I can tell you this watch is incredible accurate - I know it was expected due to a the internal test they have done but surprise me how good it’s (+1 second per day) and it’s already 2 weeks. Amazing

[enjoythemusic]

How about a PAM01033 limited edition (only 1500 made and they're just about sold out).

[Justindo]

The Blancpain 50 Fathoms is the obvious choice for the upper end of your budget. It's got the history and the quality to back it up. I've considered one myself but they're a bit on the large side for my somewhat small wrists and the date ruins the watch for me. For something more wallet friendly, Omega is hard to beat for a diver. The quality is on par with Rolex (Omega does some things better and some things worse than Rolex) but at a much better price. Personally, I like Rolex, Omega, and Breitling for steel sport watches, as I'd rather put my money toward nicer dress watches.

[Rodrigo082]

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[SearChart]

Originally Posted by Batmannr1

No idea, but I hope there will be re-editiion of a no date Fifty Fathoms. Like this one.

That would be nice!

[_speedmaster_]

I'm going to throw this out there...I think Rodrigo likes the SeaQ. He might even think you can't get anything better.

[ThatExplorer]

Seriously best bang for your dollar if you want a true diver. I do rec diving and tech diving in this. Never failed me.


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[AlyRba]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

I'm going to throw this out there...I think Rodrigo likes the SeaQ. He might even think you can't get anything better.

[AlyRba]

If anyone mentions anything other than SeaQ on this thread, Rodrigo will look for you, he will find you....and he will tell you in person that SeaQ is the best diver on this planet.

[L_S_SHOE]

Originally Posted by ThatExplorer

Seriously best bang for your dollar if you want a true diver. I do rec diving and tech diving in this. Never failed me.


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I know these are great watches. I tried one on in the store not long ago. Ultimately decided to hold out for something different. It wasn't always the case, but I'm kinda down on Rolex/Tudor as a brand lately. I know that's a weird thing to say on a Rolex forum.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

I know these are great watches. I tried one on in the store not long ago. Ultimately decided to hold out for something different. It wasn't always the case, but I'm kinda down on Rolex/Tudor as a brand lately. I know that's a weird thing to say on a Rolex forum.

Not odd at all.
I haven't visited the Rolex/Tudor forum in almost a year.

[Rodrigo082]

Originally Posted by AlyRba

If anyone mentions anything other than SeaQ on this thread, Rodrigo will look for you, he will find you....and he will tell you in person that SeaQ is the best diver on this planet.

Lol - it’s just after owing different brands (including Rolex - you can see the previous pictures) I never had such of interesting watch.

It’s the first time I’m impressed by a watch (no even the D-Blue make me feel that way) 👌🏻

[Rodrigo082]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

I'm going to throw this out there...I think Rodrigo likes the SeaQ. He might even think you can't get anything better.

You are totally right - and I think that I’m my position (owing several brands including Rolex) I have something to say and that’s the reason I’m saying that I’m totally impressed by this watch... at least for me, can’t be anything better (at least for me)