Another vote for the GMT from me. So versatile and makes me smile every time I wear it.
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I was also going to say Rolex SD4k 116600, but...not only just for the sake of variety but also because it genuinely is the watch i miss the most I nominate the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LIMITED EDITION, for the following reasons:
- most comfortable and proportionate (slimmer) first gen PO case
- work horse coaxial 2500 movement
- that glossy dial
- those bright red accents
- that liquid metal bezel
- truly "limited" to 1967 pieces
Hard to say but would be a toss up between a Rolex DSSD or Kobold Seal.
Itnisnhard to single out 1 though. But, these are two watches thatbalways make me think that they got everything right.
Go anywhere, do anything, classic. A true allrounder.
TT Sub with ceramic bezel in blue. We have other stainless ones like The Hulk and Batman, but the gold in the Smurf colour gives it such a presence. I love that watch.
A lot of love for the GMT on this thread - and I'd like to add mine. Bought new in 1986 and, whilst I've flirted with a few others, it's rarely been off my wrist since.
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I know it's an obvious answer, but sometimes those obvious answers are the right ones. I've worn little else this summer.
Without a doubt.
When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks long into you.........
Rolex SD4000c
Since I retired a couple of years ago I have focussed more on funds rather than appearance, so I have disposed of all my "willy-waving-watches". My son has a couple of Nomos watches and has no interest in anything of mine and, since I lost the love for divers, the one that gives me most enjoyment nowadays is a humble SARB 033 purchased from SC and currently on a tan Hirsch calf strap. I also have a nice, reliable and surprisingly accurate Amphibia with plain bezel from a certain gentleman on the Forum (doffs cap).
This one for me.
^^I'd be interested to see one of those in the flesh. What size is it?
Good luck everybody. Have a good one.
Predictably...
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Difficult - probably this, if it really did have to be just one.
Neil
Understatement
I have one of those....not exactly common in the U K. I was wearing it yesterday. GS reckon it will need servicing after fifty years. Don't forget.
BTW, mine is so precise that I can't detect any variation at all. But then my spring drive has gained one second in two months. Seiko have this stuff nailed.
Nice strap, might put mine on one.
Original 42mm PO.
Perfectly proportioned.
The only watch in my collection I can confidently say I'll never sell, which I guess makes it my best watch:
Definitely this...
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Sadly it's gone now and will probably never own one again, but it was for me my perfect watch and that meteorite dial used to have me mesmerized.
Probably tuna 6159-7010
Omega Seamaster 2234 GMT
Reason: Quick-set hour hand and sword hands on a wavy dial - comfy to wear and still love looking at it
Actually, I wasn't referring to the complications and maintain the watch is subtle.
It's a silver coloured black dial watch on a leather strap. Fits under a cuff. Not universally recognised.
Apart from the watch geeks out there, no one would know what it is, therefore, offering a degree of subtlety.
+1. I think this may have been the actual watch I owned- special edition for the Japanese market. Best case ever. Best dial ever. One of the best movements ever.
Just an incredible watch. Makes a Calatrava look like a cheap piece of tat in comparison!
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Omega Seamaster 120M for me. Predecessor of the Aqua Terra, does everything I need. It wears well with a suit or casual and doesn't stand out at all.
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I've not owned as many as a few of the members here, but for me without a doubt it is the 2254.50. A fantastic all around watch which can be worn in almost any occasion and looks equally fantastic mint or with wabi.
On the more "budget" side of things, I don't think anything can touch the Frogman, which offers great versatility and vfm all around
Alex
Definitely the GMT-II for me as well considering I bought one nearly 2 months ago and haven't worn anything else since. When I fancy a change I just swap the strap. It's currently back on the bracelet but here's my Friday picture when it was on a nato.
Only had it for a short while but always regretted the fact that I sold it.
The 49mm and classic shape was unique.
Will buy one again but they don't come around that much..
I've coveted the Rolex Explorer 114270 for some time and now that I have it, it's certainly the best watch I've ever owned. The 36mm case is the perfect size and the design is versatile enough to work in any situation. I love it's subtlety and that it flies under the radar. In many ways it is the antithesis of the modern bloated Rolex sports range.
Should be my BLNR but because I wore it for 14 years solid my seamaster 120 automatic is still my favourite.