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-dustin · 8 March 2022, 05:06 AM

It's about time to get something 'new'. This go-around, I think it's gonna be something that's been on my wish list since I first got into watches about 10, 11yrs ago. So...curious about the collective's thoughts.

Won't be a daily wearer, but will still get worn often; not concerned about future value, not worried about passing down to kids...really the only concern is availability if I keep putting it off. So, these are the 3 I've narrowed it down to:

IWC Big Pilot; 5002, 5009/ 5010 (references with a 9 on the dial). This is the piece that got me into watches.

Speedy Pro Sapphire Sandwich of some variant...I know there's zero chance these will go away anytime soon. Only legitimate hangup is lack of date.

Omega AT <15,000 Gauss...This is the piece that got me looking closely into movements. I remember stepping into an Omega boutique and trying this on, as well as a DSOTM. I preferred this. Passed on it, though, because I had just gotten a PO.

Dark horse, if I can find one...IWC Aquatimer 3536 in steel.

Furrygoat · 8 March 2022, 05:51 AM

I also prefer a watch with a date, but I gotta go with the new Speedy Pro. I just got one last fall and I gotta say it’s an amazing watch. You might not think you’ll wear this next piece all the time, but if you get a new Speedy you might just surprise yourself.

enjoythemusic · 8 March 2022, 06:04 AM

Forget date, go Speedy.

Cru Jones · 8 March 2022, 06:21 AM

Go with what first got you into watches. Time to scratch that itch.

Token74 · 8 March 2022, 07:25 AM

Every collection needs a Speedy.

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HMHM · 8 March 2022, 02:00 PM

You definitely can’t go wrong with the Speedmaster Professional. Considering it’s heritage, it’s really great value for money.
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ts3 · 8 March 2022, 05:27 PM

Get the dark horse in titanium.

yoast · 8 March 2022, 08:13 PM

I'd definitely get that 3536

View Poll Results: Decisions, decisions...what next?
Big Pilot	3	11.11%
Speedy Pro	18	66.67%
AT <15,000 Gauss	3	11.11%
Aquatimer 3536	3	11.11%
Voters: 27. You may not vote on this poll

8 March 2022, 05:06 AM	#1
-dustin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Dustin Location: A, TX Posts: 1,581	(another) Help me pick my next watch: It's about time to get something 'new'. This go-around, I think it's gonna be something that's been on my wish list since I first got into watches about 10, 11yrs ago. So...curious about the collective's thoughts. Won't be a daily wearer, but will still get worn often; not concerned about future value, not worried about passing down to kids...really the only concern is availability if I keep putting it off. So, these are the 3 I've narrowed it down to: IWC Big Pilot; 5002, 5009/ 5010 (references with a 9 on the dial). This is the piece that got me into watches. Speedy Pro Sapphire Sandwich of some variant...I know there's zero chance these will go away anytime soon. Only legitimate hangup is lack of date. Omega AT <15,000 Gauss...This is the piece that got me looking closely into movements. I remember stepping into an Omega boutique and trying this on, as well as a DSOTM. I preferred this. Passed on it, though, because I had just gotten a PO. Dark horse, if I can find one...IWC Aquatimer 3536 in steel.

8 March 2022, 06:04 AM	#3
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,591	Forget date, go Speedy. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

8 March 2022, 07:25 AM	#5
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,707	Every collection needs a Speedy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

8 March 2022, 08:13 PM	#8
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,262	I'd definitely get that 3536 __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

8 March 2022, 05:51 AM	#2
Furrygoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Usa Posts: 428	I also prefer a watch with a date, but I gotta go with the new Speedy Pro. I just got one last fall and I gotta say it’s an amazing watch. You might not think you’ll wear this next piece all the time, but if you get a new Speedy you might just surprise yourself.

8 March 2022, 06:21 AM	#4
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,546	Go with what first got you into watches. Time to scratch that itch.

8 March 2022, 02:00 PM	#6
HMHM "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: HM Location: 🇲🇾 Posts: 2,369	You definitely can’t go wrong with the Speedmaster Professional. Considering it’s heritage, it’s really great value for money. 5539DE5A-28D8-4CFA-AFAD-21E3FBF20B02.jpeg

8 March 2022, 05:27 PM	#7
ts3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Europe Posts: 3,249	Get the dark horse in titanium.

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