Reply With QuoteStriking tenth is somewhat bigger than the 40mm ish you are looking for.
TBH, I am not sure I would pick Zenith or JLC for the long term unless you are going to budget for servicing
What would you guys have in mind for a last ever watch purchase? One that would be worth something in the long run, that I could leave to my wife and daughter.
I'm going through a pension draw down and want to make one last purchase. I'm drawn to a Grand Seiko, or a Zenith, or a Jaeger.
I already have Rolex, so unless overwhelming, would prefer another brand.
I will want to wear this watch, until my time runs out (pun intended) so it needs to be beautiful.
The closest I have found to my ideal so far is the Grand Seiko SBGA211, the Zenith Striking 10th, or the JLC Hometime, but what else can you guys think of?
40mm (ish) Diameter, Max £7K
Thank you.
Striking tenth is somewhat bigger than the 40mm ish you are looking for.
TBH, I am not sure I would pick Zenith or JLC for the long term unless you are going to budget for servicing
Yes, Striking 10th is somewhat bigger than I'd prefer. Just love the design.
Rolex Datejust or a JLC Reverso.
Classic style on either
As an alternate - I know this is over budget (ok nearly double) but could you stretch to this 5127J? It would be extra special and could make a great heirloom
https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Patek%...2/item/157787?
If you want to wear for 'ever' this would be top of my list (you know you're worth it...), it would be worth something in the future too...
or:
https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/IWC/Po...9/item/159687? IWC Portuguese - as an alternate - this one is my favourite layout (and second hand in your budget)
or
Get a Rolex Explorer 1 - which will never go out of style - bullet proof, classic - not sure I would call it beautiful so may not fit your criteria
Whatever you decide - good luck with your next phase of life. My drawdown is being used to fund a house (a self funded bridging loan) - but I bought a Patek from an inheritance in remembrance of my mother many years ago - best thing I did - the rest of the money has been absorbed but the watch remains as a reminder.
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£7k buys you a beautiful JLC Reverso something like the Night Day or similar.. with the greatest respect to the Datejust and it’s my daily wear it’s a great every day piece but not something I would mark such a special occasion..
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One of the sector dial JLCs spring to mind...
https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ja...k-on-the-wrist
Lovely.
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Appreciate your note about Rolex, but I think my last watch will be a Day-Date.
I’ll be looking to make a similar decision in 12 months time. I have my eyes on a root beer but appreciate that’s neither in budget or your choice of manufacturers.
I’ve also been looking around at other options and JLC keeps coming to the fore. Classic designs that I would be proud to pass down to any of my family.
Enjoy hunting down whatever you end up with. I find the hunting at least as pleasurable as the actual purchase.
Nick
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I have just made the same decision. In the end I bought a new Breitling Colt about a month ago and am delighted with the purchase
Can’t find these in the wild! None on Chrono24...Originally Posted by benwisback
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seems like there is a lot of this retirement thinking around as I will be doing it in two months time and I have exactly the same dilemma what would be a final watch to purchase .
However those around me tell me I will not need a watch when I retire as time will become meaningless until it runs out LOL
interesting reading the replies , JLC was a consideration so was another rolex skydweller , but I also fancied a LTD edition omega ( Alaska project), will see when the time comes.
Glashutte or Lange or Verv has a rather wonderful Moser & Cie on SC
Dornbluth.
F.T.F.A.
Similar situation , however I retired last October ... knew what I was planning and went on the waiting lists 2 plus years ago .... not sure I will ever see my retirement watch as I won’t play silly games and buy bling I don’t need or want .
Best wishes to you Fivelittlefish may it be long , happy and healthy and you achieve your goal .
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For my early retirement/voluntary redundancy I got myself a BB58 and my missus a Tudor 1926.
I ordered it in August and picked it up on 13th December, the day of my redundancy.
My last watch.
They don't seem to come up very often as I generally keep an eye out as one is on my to buy list! I don't think they where limited but where only made for a year..
Lovely looking watch
I retired a couple of years ago and bought a JLC Master Calender, its lovely.
Trouble is, i have bought another couple of watches since, so it may not be your last !
Thanks everyone, for all the replies! I'll definitely follow up on some of the suggestions
There’s a few between £5k & 6k searching under Master Control...
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/jaegerlec...GB&SETCURR=GBP
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/jaegerlec...GB&SETCURR=GBP
But, yes indeed, there’s not many out there
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I’d get the best possible condition 70’s El Primero. I’d doubt they lose value unless there was a general downturn. The movement will remain serviceable as well
+1 for Master Calendar. When I tried one on a few years back it really surprised me to how gorgeous it was. Think it’s a bit above budget to buy new though.
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There’s a very nice mosier in sales corner ! Something different from the rest
That would be a very special exit watch indeed.
Bucking the trend here, when I retire (I'm more likely to die at my desk) no watch will be worn, as I won't need one anymore.
And if I need to be anywhere on a particular day at a particular time the other half will remind me with her elephant type memory!
Rolex DJ, either 36mm or 41mm, the quintessential retirement watch, and if looked after it will outlive you.
There is no such thing as last watch.
Although retirement is a valid reason to justify buying a watch.
Last Watch
JLC if it was me.
Retirement isn’t the end of life...far from it for most people. I’ve had more watches since I retired than when I was at work.....the one thing I would suggest is choosing watches with good dial visibility. Eyes do weaken, especially in poor light.
That’s why, for instance, a Speedy Pro could be a better choice than a Daytona...it’s a lot easier to read.
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+1, enjoy your search for your last watch!!
I hope you have many happy years of wearing it.
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