$6,000 USD to spend on a watch

[Jhmessing]

I would buy preowned and go for a Explorer 2 polar dial or a new model Datejust.


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[locutus49]

THIS is one of the most beautiful chronos I have ever seen. Where did you buy from AND how big is it?

Originally Posted by mdx77

Just bought this today new for just under $6000:

[BamaHammer]

I would focus on what you like, then try to source it for the lowest price possible from a reputable source. Thats what I would do

[mdx77]

Originally Posted by locutus49

THIS is one of the most beautiful chronos I have ever seen. Where did you buy from AND how big is it?

43mm, at Bernie Robbins. One of the most underrated watch manufacturers today IMHO. I Have a 7.5” wrist.

[gregouille]

I World buy a 16570 polar EVERYDAY

[wach16]

I just purchased a pre-owned JLC Master Compressor Dualmatic for roughly around that price and I love it

[chriswang0130]

I would suggest Grand Seiko

[Rolltide126]

Originally Posted by escobar144

If you were given $6,000 usd tomorrow to spend on a watch, what would you buy?

Are you going brand new? Or are you going Pre Owned?

Are you going with something other than Rolex?

Im interested to see what people say

I just bought an Explorer 214270 and I have had a hard time taking it off. First Rolex for me, own a couple of Omegas, and it is hard to compare them. Love the Omegas but Rolex is different. The bracelet, clasp, movement and overall feel between the brands makes them unique.

So to answer, I would buy new but the brand is tough to say. First luxury watch? Adding to a collection? If I were buying as a one watch everyday, it would be either a white or black 39mmOP. But probably white so I could get a 214270 later :)

[sdiver68]

IWC3716 White/Blue with lots of negotiating

[Jdepo]

Get a IWC Mark XVIII Ceramic Blue Dial


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[royerlich]

Grand seiko snowflake and use the rest to get a seiko flightmaster

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[javier]

Originally Posted by offrdmania

14060 can still be had for that money

Yes. In Argentina you can get the 14060 no papers no box for that amount

[APPRF]

Best buy now at that price in my opinion is a new or used new model Rolex Air King. Also I would stick to Rolex, and used Omega, IWC, etc.

[APPRF]

Originally Posted by woodsworth

I'd be looking at IWC. Loving the new IWC 41mm Pilot chrono

IWC Pilot are Beautiful watches, and solid build, and solid modified movement by IWC. The strap which is made by Santonee is very nice too. IWC gives 8 years warranty now. Bought one just before the price increase and I'm very happy with it.

[wyguy]

OP,

It all depends (obviously) on what you want.

For me I really want a 'coke' rolex GMT, but do not want to tie up that much capital in one. I also cannot bring myself to scratch up such a nice piece with normal wear.

So...I am looking at picking up a Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT for ~ 500 eur. If it gets beat up a bit no problem. The rest of the funds go into income generating pursuits.

[mmaggi]

Easy. Omega Speedmaster Pro or Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co-Axial.

[StackLexus17]

Save more $ and get a better new Rolex.
You'll be rewarded with the patience.

[illiguy]

Originally Posted by moneymike83

Grand seiko Snowflake


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This 100%.

[chris242]

6 pages later... have you made up your mind OP?

[MYBROTHERSKEEPER]

For that money I would Get a explorer 39mm.

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[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by chris242

6 pages later... have you made up your mind OP?

I see no indication the OP was interested in buying anything.

[locutus49]

This was a rhetorical question.

[Quangtungnguyen]

save and add more

[bonovox]

I'd buy a Speedy Pro. When the current lineup with 1861 movement is retired (this year), retail on a Speedy Pro will exceed 6k. It's a classic watch at a good price and comes with nice presentation.

[Bsmith73]

116900

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[horologymania]

Tudor BB 58