Re: A man's watch [Andrewmc] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 11:32

Post #51 of 65 (859 views)

Andrewmc wrote:

I've an original sea dweller

If I had only one, i would not do Rolex but PP, blancpain or JLC but as a daily driver the sea dweller, sea master or aqua timer are fine

My concern with PP, BP or jlc as a daily is they are really distinct, the Rolex, less so

If I literally had to choose a single watch and be done with It, would be a Rolex

If two, a Rolex and Richard mills

If it was I can only have one and a timex it would be a mille

Is Richard Mille even an option for us regular peeps?

Re: A man's watch [JSA] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 11:36

Post #52 of 65 (855 views)

JSA wrote:

SkipG wrote:

Any thoughts on the new Stainless sky dweller? I am still on the hunt for the right watch. I thought for sure I had made my mind up on a VC Overseas, made the trip to Atlanta and had a chance to try it on and was disappointed. It just didn't look right on my wrist, I have really been trying to avoid Rolex just because they are so common but I have tried a few on and they look and feel pretty good on the wrist.

https://www.bobswatches.com/...-dweller-326934.html

I have never been a fan of Rolex, primarily because of the size. Now, the Sky Dweller is 42 mm, which is the absolute smallest for my taste, which is far better than most. In addition, the Sky Dweller stands apart from most other Rolex faces. So, I like it. I would like it more if it were 44 mm. But, I still like it.

From a quality standpoint, it is exceptional. My opposition to most Rolex watches is based purely on aesthetics.

The only thing I am questioning on this watch is the fluted bezel, I think I would prefer a smooth bezel but understand the bezel is functional on this watch and a smooth option may make it a bit harder to use.

Re: A man's watch [SkipG] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 11:42

Post #53 of 65 (848 views)

Bezel on sea dweller is pretty stiff

SD is 44

I don't think I'd go 42. I have a small wrist and the SD is about right

The omega is 45.5 and too big.

Re: A man's watch [SkipG] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 11:42

Post #54 of 65 (848 views)

SkipG wrote:

JSA wrote:

SkipG wrote:

Any thoughts on the new Stainless sky dweller? I am still on the hunt for the right watch. I thought for sure I had made my mind up on a VC Overseas, made the trip to Atlanta and had a chance to try it on and was disappointed. It just didn't look right on my wrist, I have really been trying to avoid Rolex just because they are so common but I have tried a few on and they look and feel pretty good on the wrist.

https://www.bobswatches.com/...-dweller-326934.html

I have never been a fan of Rolex, primarily because of the size. Now, the Sky Dweller is 42 mm, which is the absolute smallest for my taste, which is far better than most. In addition, the Sky Dweller stands apart from most other Rolex faces. So, I like it. I would like it more if it were 44 mm. But, I still like it.

From a quality standpoint, it is exceptional. My opposition to most Rolex watches is based purely on aesthetics.

The only thing I am questioning on this watch is the fluted bezel, I think I would prefer a smooth bezel but understand the bezel is functional on this watch and a smooth option may make it a bit harder to use.

I dunno. That is one of the things I like about this watch.

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Re: A man's watch [triguy101] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 11:44

Post #55 of 65 (843 views)

What's RM start at?

Re: A man's watch [Andrewmc] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:03

Post #56 of 65 (833 views)

Andrewmc wrote:

What's RM start at?

I think $500,000

Re: A man's watch [triguy101] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:09

Post #57 of 65 (832 views)

No. U can get one for 10% of that used I think

Re: A man's watch [Andrewmc] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:11

Post #58 of 65 (830 views)

Andrewmc wrote:

No. U can get one for 10% of that used I think

!!!

Re: A man's watch [triguy101] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:16

Post #59 of 65 (827 views)

triguy101 wrote:

Andrewmc wrote:

What's RM start at?

I think $500,000

Rafael Nadal Wins French Open Wearing $725,000 Richard Mille Watch.

https://www.forbes.com/...-watch/#39dfc551467a

If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. - Will Rogers

Emery's Third Coast Triathlon | Tri Wisconsin Triathlon Team | Push Endurance | GLWR

Re: A man's watch [triguy101] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:19

Post #60 of 65 (825 views)

https://www.luxewatches.co.uk/...mille/?orderby=price

And chrono 24 they have them from 26

I am guessing if I contacted a dealer he can find them from 25 up depending on the model

Obviously not a masse or Nadal, but they are not all 6 figures

Re: A man's watch [JSA] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 12:20

Post #61 of 65 (823 views)

JSA wrote:

triguy101 wrote:

Andrewmc wrote:

What's RM start at?

I think $500,000

Rafael Nadal Wins French Open Wearing $725,000 Richard Mille Watch.

https://www.forbes.com/...-watch/#39dfc551467a

Yeah. I was so happy with my milgauss - i saw it years ago in an ad - Federer was wearing one. I finally got one and then Nadal goes and ruins my buzz...

Re: A man's watch [SkipG] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 13:23

Post #62 of 65 (800 views)

SkipG wrote:

Any thoughts on the new Stainless sky dweller? I am still on the hunt for the right watch. I thought for sure I had made my mind up on a VC Overseas, made the trip to Atlanta and had a chance to try it on and was disappointed. It just didn't look right on my wrist, I have really been trying to avoid Rolex just because they are so common but I have tried a few on and they look and feel pretty good on the wrist.

https://www.bobswatches.com/...-dweller-326934.html

I don't understand the sky dweller. It's too busy to be a dress watch and makes for an awkward GMT. If you like that style I'd rather have an Datejust or an Oyster. If you're after a GMT I'd rather have a Explorer I, II or GMT Master.

Re: A man's watch [triguy101] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 13:25

Post #63 of 65 (797 views)

triguy101 wrote:

Is Richard Mille even an option for us regular peeps?

Only if I sell my house.

Re: A man's watch [JSA] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 13:32

Post #64 of 65 (792 views)

JSA wrote:

triguy101 wrote:

Andrewmc wrote:

What's RM start at?

I think $500,000

Rafael Nadal Wins French Open Wearing $725,000 Richard Mille Watch.

https://www.forbes.com/...-watch/#39dfc551467a

That may be the ugliest watch I've seen yet, never mind the silly price tag.

The devil made me do it the first time, second time I done it on my own - W

Re: A man's watch [Perseus] [ In reply to ]

Jun 15, 18 13:37

Post #65 of 65 (788 views)

Perseus wrote:

SkipG wrote:

Any thoughts on the new Stainless sky dweller? I am still on the hunt for the right watch. I thought for sure I had made my mind up on a VC Overseas, made the trip to Atlanta and had a chance to try it on and was disappointed. It just didn't look right on my wrist, I have really been trying to avoid Rolex just because they are so common but I have tried a few on and they look and feel pretty good on the wrist.

https://www.bobswatches.com/...-dweller-326934.html

I don't understand the sky dweller. It's too busy to be a dress watch and makes for an awkward GMT. If you like that style I'd rather have an Datejust or an Oyster. If you're after a GMT I'd rather have a Explorer I, II or GMT Master.

I think I would prefer if it had a more casual looking bezel. I am also looking for other options along this line.

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