Looking for a dress watch

[snyper96]

I recently joined the Rolex family for the first time last year (GMT BLNR).

I am now looking for more of a dress watch that's slim, low profile and very simple.

Not trying to spend too much (> $4000 USD). Doesn't have to be a new watch.

Any suggestions?

[ShneaSIG]

Check out JLC, anything from the Master line or a Reverso would do nicely.

[douglasf13]

JLC or Nomos.

[meganfox17]

I will show you something really fresh, unusual and affordable that will set you apart from the crowd.The latest launch 7th Dec 2017 : Seiko Presage Blue Enamel SPB069 40 x 12 mm L.E/1500 US $1100
Hodinkee is the exclusive US retailer

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[cpefy3]

Vintage Datejust

[harryrichthomas]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

JLC or Nomos.

JLC is a great shout but Nomos? You can’t have a Rolex and a Nomos in my opinion, that’s like having a Mercedes and a Fiat - when would you ever drive the fiat over the merc?

Get a vintage datejust IMO

[harryrichthomas]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

I will show you something really fresh, unusual and affordable that will set you apart from the crowd.The latest launch 7th Dec 2017 : Seiko Presage Blue Enamel SPB069 40 x 12 mm L.E/1500 US $1100
Hodinkee is the exclusive US retailer

https://shop.hodinkee.com/blogs/jour...imited-edition

Do people actually wear Seiko when they own Rolex, AP, JLC etc? I really don’t get it?

[hn4rolex]

Originally Posted by cpefy3

Vintage Datejust

I've been thinking about doing this as well for my dressier needs. I have been looking at JLCs but might end up getting a vintage datejust and putting a set of leather straps on. I just need to do some research as to which ones work better.

[rossi46]

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

JLC is a great shout but Nomos? You can’t have a Rolex and a Nomos in my opinion, that’s like having a Mercedes and a Fiat - when would you ever drive the fiat over the merc?

What a strange comparison. Nomos have in-house movements with better finishing than any Rolex. The designs are clean and timeless and look good on both men and women. They've received tons of recognition and positive press and you compare it to a Fiat?

[harryrichthomas]

Originally Posted by rossi46

What a strange comparison. Nomos have in-house movements with better finishing than any Rolex. The designs are clean and timeless and look good on both men and women. They've received tons of recognition and positive press and you compare it to a Fiat?

I’m not talking about the mechanicals of the watch necessarily, I’m talking about the whole package and when you compare them, Nomos and Rolex are in different leagues

[maxutil]

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

Do people actually wear Seiko when they own Rolex, AP, JLC etc? I really don’t get it?

I have a Blnr and wear my Seiko SKX with pride. For me it's not about having some expensive name brand on the wrist. Seikos are well made and are an excellent value for the price.

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

Do people actually wear Seiko when they own Rolex, AP, JLC etc? I really don’t get it?

Judging by your Nomos and Seiko comments, you have some reading to do. The Seiko brand covers a lot of territory. Grand Seiko competes with Rolex, but has better fit and finishing, and Credor is another level.

This Seiko Credor is $52K.



A Rolex is like a middling Mercedes, but Seiko is like Toyota/Lexus, ranging from Corollas all the way up to the LFA.

[AK797]

For a bit more I would buy a Moser or a Glashutte, two fine watchmakers. Otherwise a JLC MC or Reverso.

[epc2]

JLC Master Date with sector dial , nice piece and good price also.

[Boaters]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

I will show you something really fresh, unusual and affordable that will set you apart from the crowd.The latest launch 7th Dec 2017 : Seiko Presage Blue Enamel SPB069 40 x 12 mm L.E/1500 US $1100
Hodinkee is the exclusive US retailer

https://shop.hodinkee.com/blogs/jour...imited-edition

Good Looking Seiko..

[Polarbears]

Reverso

[meganfox17]

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

Do people actually wear Seiko when they own Rolex, AP, JLC etc? I really don’t get it?

You need more first-hand experience and a whole lot of catching up to do, Sweetheart....

[Gharddog03]

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Not sure about your comments above......

[stlwx21]

Speedy on a leather strap?

[droptopman]

Nomos! Great watch in that price range.

[SevenWays]

Originally Posted by Gharddog03

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Not sure about your comments above......

Simple, clean and elegant. GS is growing on me.

What is the model name of that? I am sorry - I don't know much about the brand and have a lot to learn.

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by SevenWays

Simple, clean and elegant. GS is growing on me.

What is the model name of that? I am sorry - I don't know much about the brand and have a lot to learn.

https://monochrome-watches.com/basel...issue-sbgr305/

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

JLC is a great shout but Nomos? You can’t have a Rolex and a Nomos in my opinion, that’s like having a Mercedes and a Fiat - when would you ever drive the fiat over the merc?

Get a vintage datejust IMO

Originally Posted by harryrichthomas

Do people actually wear Seiko when they own Rolex, AP, JLC etc? I really don’t get it?

Serious watch collectors learn to look beyond the brand and enjoy the actual watch, its heritage and style, and how they feel when they wear it.

[MorningTundra]

Rolex Precision 9708 fits the bill...


Sent from my cracked, broken hand wound phone. IG @morning_tundra

[SevenWays]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

https://monochrome-watches.com/basel...issue-sbgr305/

It WOULD be affordable. My wife is gonna kill me...

You will likely be named as correspondent in the divorce, you know that, right?

[meganfox17]

Originally Posted by Gharddog03

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Oh ! You're a very classy gentleman Sir. I actually had the privilege of examining a SBGW253 timepiece in the Seiko boutique last Sunday. The 1st G reissue GSs from 1960 is simply stunning and breathtaking.It was really difficult to distinguish the SS version from the platinum / WG so I had to study both of em' very closely. Your watch has the heat treated blued seconds hand, no "8 pointed star" logo above the 6 o' clock and the GS logo appears embossed not engraved means it's the SS version, the preferred choice of watch connoisseurs !

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by SevenWays

It WOULD be affordable. My wife is gonna kill me...

You will likely be named as correspondent in the divorce, you know that, right?

Just convince yourself the platinum model is much better, then it'll be a harder buy.

[RolexDad]

36mm Datejust or maybe a 34mm Date or OP. All definitely in your price range, and you can keep them on a nice leather strap for dress while also keeping the steel bracelet around in case you want a different look

[MCO1]

Originally Posted by stlwx21

Speedy on a leather strap?

This or maybe an Explorer on a leather strap.

[douglasf13]

Even though I don't consider any Rolex/Tudor to be a true dress watch, I guess I'd be remiss to not mention my favorite watch made...and now my only watch. Luckily for me, it just so happened to be affordable, despite me willing to spend more. It's basically a DJ 1600 case with lug holes combined with an Oysterquartz dial and a day complication.

Tudor 76200: