5k budget

[parmo]

Hi

Have a small budget for a 50th treat to myself
I’m limited but looking for something nice

As an all day

What would you buy ?

[Wallasey Runner]

I wish I had a small budget

What type of watch are you thinking of, diver, chrono, pilot, dress watch etc. Might help to give more details before the collective arrive and give you an endless list of their favourite watches.

[stelmo01]

Think it would depend on what I already owned - what’s currently in your collection?


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[senraw]

A nice Hesalite Speedy Pro, if you haven't already got one..

Failing that, a Doxa Sub. You could then spend the change taking the Doxa (and yourself) on a nice little diving holiday.

[noms2000]

It really depends on what you're after/ what you already have.
The new Rolex OP 41 will leave you with some change out of £5k.
The Omega Aqua Terra 150M is another nice daily that will also leave you with some change.
Or a Tudor Black Bay 58.
Or a Tudor Black Bay Chrono.

all depends on what you're after.

[Justin Case]

New Explorer I

[Blue75]

The Jaeger-Lecoultre Reverso is a beautiful watch
I would also consider a Grand Seiko at your budget.

[Middo]

Some good suggestion, may I ad zenith panda or tipo.

[al1991]

Personally I think I'd be looking at Grand Seiko and also Omega Railmaster.

[jonasy]

There are some cracking Grand Seikos on the Sales Corner at the moment …

Otherwise can’t go wrong with the new Explorer I - classic watch and the ultimate choice for all occasions.

[Ashman86]

New Explorer I

+1 and I would also add the following;

New Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch
Rolex OP
Grand Seiko Snowflake SBGA211
Cartier Santos
New Omega Aqua Terra Small Seconds O22010412102004

[boring_sandwich]

Guess it depends on your AD relationship if your thinking Rolex but if not maybe as suggested a nice Hesalite Speedy Pro (new model) with a decent discount and the rest to spend on a load nice straps for variety.

[acg]

Hermes H08 would be different

[helidoc]

It depends what you have. If you don’t have anything anywhere near that expensive, I would buy a Rolex of some sort. OP reasonably available, Sub ND if prepared to wait, and you like the style, although you would have to stretch to £6450

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[MartynJC (UK)]

A 'nice watch'

JLC Master Ultra-Thin - classic Swiss watch - three hander (small second hand), on leather. Slim at 8.62mm case - movement just 3.98mm thick. WF has one within budget:

https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Jaeger...63/item/189193

or a vintage 36mm Rolex DJ 16030 from 1983 with fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet.

https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Rolex/...85/item/187851

Please give more information as to what style / size you are looking for? Both of those could be worn everyday unless you are in the military or such like

[David_D]

The new Rolex OP 41 will leave you with some change out of £5k.
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I think the record I have seen for the asking price of a 41mm OP is just under £13,000 so looks like the profiteers will make getting one of those (at list) a struggle.

New Explorer I

Another thread today with someone struggling to find one of these at an AD too, I’m afraid.


I’ve never regretted buying my Air-King 114200. 34mm, which I’m happy with, and it’s a really nice “under the radar” watch, if you want a Rolex.

https://www.chrono24.co.uk/rolex/air...id20143496.htm

[Nairn1980]

It really depends on what you're after/ what you already have.
The new Rolex OP 41 will leave you with some change out of £5k.
The Omega Aqua Terra 150M is another nice daily that will also leave you with some change.
Or a Tudor Black Bay 58.
Or a Tudor Black Bay Chrono.

all depends on what you're after.

He will need top notch spend history/AD relationship to secure an OP41(especially in one of the funky colours) for rrp.

[boring_sandwich]

I think the record I have seen for the asking price of a 41mm OP is just under £13,000 so looks like the profiteers will make getting one of those (at list) a struggle.

Why anyone would pay £13k for an OP41 is beyond me, even at half that price its madness.

A fool and his money comes to mind!

[David_D]

Why anyone would pay £13k for an OP41 is beyond me, even at half that price its madness.

A fool and his money comes to mind!

Indeed. That was the most ridiculous premium I’ve seen for an OP but all sellers are trying for a premium (£2-3k minimum) and it’s yet another Rolex you won’t get just by walking into an AD and asking.

[AmosMoses]

A Navitimer maybe?

[Bonny Marco]

Breitling Superocean Heritage perhaps?



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[Gav]

I was amazed how many nice watches are available for less than £5K. What sort of watch are you looking for. If divers how about a Doxa or an Aquastar or a Black Bay Harrods? There are so many to choose!!

[beechcustom]

At that budget I think I would buy a Speedmaster or 116234 Datejust. Also consider the Tudor BB58 blue.

[wigdog]

How about a Sartory Billard for a bit of fun (with some change left over).
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQJcFDxLHrp/

[Jari37]

I'd go Navitimer, Planet Ocean or maybe a Panerai if I could swing a discount.

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Who doesn't love these threads by the way?

[Jaacck]

I would definitely go for a speedy pro if you can stretch to it. have loved mine in the 5 years since I got I haven't had a big urge to get anything else expensive.

[julian2002]

Go for one of the classics is my advice. Something that's been around in one form or another for donkeys years.
Breitling Navitimer.
Omega Seamaster
Omega Speedmaster
Whatever Rolex you can find in your price range.
Ulysse Nardin Marine
etc.

I'd certainly recommend going 2nd hand to maximize my budget.

[tommyzzj]

Go for one of the classics is my advice. Something that's been around in one form or another for donkeys years.
Breitling Navitimer.
Omega Seamaster
Omega Speedmaster
Whatever Rolex you can find in your price range.
Ulysse Nardin Marine
etc.

I'd certainly recommend going 2nd hand to maximize my budget.

agree with this... can't go wrong with any of the classics. Some of the older Explorer I can still be found in the 5k ish range I think?

[ellsy_79]

for some people a 5k budget is not a small budget by the way!!

however i wouldn’t even be looking at any rolex as grey prices would limit you too much unless you fancy a vintage datejust.

i’d maybe look at an omega seamaster 300 or aqua terra if that’s your fancy.

some panerai models would also be a good option.

personally i’d be sourcing a nice breitling navitimer within your budget.

[parmo]

Some interesting options as the wife is buying me it I need to make the right choice
Carnt be flipping a present

I could spend more of my own however I’d not be comfortable with say 10k on my wrist
Like the thought of a OP41 but list and the unknown wait puts me off

Thanks for the suggestions

[Kamakazie!]

There are endless options at that sort of price, most of which are fairly readily available.

Personally I'd be looking at a Breguet Type XX (s/h), Zenith Revival, Habring FF, IWC Ingy (s/h) or GS
Or if my wrist was bigger, a Schofield.

[David_D]

Like the thought of a OP41 but list and the unknown wait puts me off

I like it but not at £13k+!!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rolex-Oyster-Perpetual-124300-/154558303697

[AlexG]

Grand Seiko 'Skyflake' - GS build quality and a little different, but not outrageously so.

[Chinnock]

Be bold, get a Panerai.

[ubiquitous]

Omega Seamaster would be my pick at that budget.

[boywithabubblegun]

I'm thinking ahead in a very similar situation for my 50th next year, with the added criteria of something at 41mm or less.

The GS spring drive sports are getting serious consideration. As is the Omega PO 39mm. And the new Zenith Chronomaster Original if I stretch the budget.

.....or the GS 9F quartz GMT, to leave some change for a holiday....if I can get past the idea of £2.9k for a "battery watch"!

Keep us posted.

[andy tims]

Olive green PVD Autavia? There is a nice one on SC 😉

[mycroft]

As you don’t give any other clues, I’d also suggest going with one of the classics - so, Speedmaster, Seamaster or Navitimer. I’d not even attempt a Rolex as the vfm proposition is so poor at present. Personally the Navitimer would be my choice.


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[robert75]

I don’t know if it’s been mentioned but have you considered a Dornbluth? For that money you can get a centre seconds under your budget with some nice customisation and personalised engraving to mark your occasion.

It will of course depend on what you do daily. Depending on your occupation/lifestyle this kind of watch may not be much good for a daily watch.

[parmo]

Decision made at a great price

Thanks for your input

https://www.omegawatches.com/en-gb/w...?gclsrc=aw.ds&

[Aimforthebushes]

Very cool piece! Did you source from an AD or go used?

[parmo]

Went down AD route and I love the colour and PO so makes sense

[beechcustom]

Congrats!

[Aimforthebushes]

It’s a beauty for sure! Congrats

[wigdog]

Went down AD route and I love the colour and PO so makes sense

Nice way to buy it, and a lovely watch.

[parmo]

Picked up at AD with a 20% off list

[acg]

Is 20% common at an omega ad?

Would bring a seamaster down to an achievable cost

Lovely choice though

[oldoakknives]

Picked up at AD with a 20% off list

It's a good choice, the Planet Ocean is a great watch in all of it's variations IMO.

[25807st]

If you stretch your budget to £6k you can get a nice Rolex Explorer 16570, a great watch for the price

[Scepticalist]

Picked up at AD with a 20% off list

Good going - discounts are getting trickier to find and the PO is a solid choice for a daily wearer if you have the wrist size to carry it.