Watches - another OCD problem

[Giles]

OK.  I am considering a major Volte-face.

There are a couple of bits of machinery I would like to invest in for the office - more info soon….But I think you will likey....

So I'm going to knock the Blancpain 50 Fathoms on the head.

Your thoughts on this:

[Seul]

I love its simplicity… Will pair up great with you, G...

[Giles]

I'll take that as a compliment….

[Snowy]

My eye is drawn to the overly contrasted ampersand. Take the ampersand out and it's a beautiful watch.

[Giles]

Unfortunately that is the B&R logo.  It's like asking for the & to be taken out of Black& Decker logo because it is in a different type face to the Black and the Decker…...Won't happen.....

[theding]

I have a BR03-92 and I chose it for two reasons:
The unusual shape, which isn't the case with that model
And the simplicity of the face along with the awesome font of the numbers, which is on your selection

4 years on and I still love it.

[theding]

I think that one would look better if the body of the watch was black too

[Giles]

@theding:

The unusual shape, which isn't the case with that model

Square does not do it for me….....

[davito]

G may i throw in something from Tudor heritage collection, the chrono or the black bay.

[Giles]

Thanks D./  Like the look of the Black Bay.  Your reasoning?

[davito]

Hmm i just thought you might like it for the quality (rolex standards and modified Eta movement) and reasonable pricing. I do not own it but my eyes are always around em. Black bay is strange to some because of the hour indicator but i like the looks and history of this watch. For a daily beater certainly not bad.

[Giles]

Thanks davito…....

[tmg]

The Black Bay is really nice, and on my list for next year, although I'm also considering a Bremont.

[Anesthetist]

I have a BlackBay if you want more real life pics…it's a great watch and will probably hold its value well.

[mclaincausey]

@Giles:

OK.  I am considering a major Volte-face.

There are a couple of bits of machinery I would like to invest in for the office - more info soon….But I think you will likey....

So I'm going to knock the Blancpain 50 Fathoms on the head.

Your thoughts on this:

Love it.  I love B&R and a more classic case shape like this is good to see.  The Panerai-esque numerals are terrific too, great face.

[Chris]

@Giles:

Your thoughts on this:

Water resistance ratings are always something of a debate, it seems, but I prefer 200M or better.  You actually go in the ocean regularly, so 100M might be a bit low.  Otherwise, it's a nice classic looking watch.  It uses an ETA 2892 movement, which is quite good, by all accounts, and has a sapphire crystal, which is an absolute must for me.  I'd say that if the price is good, there's no reason you shouldn't get it.

[davito]

@Anesthetist:

I have a BlackBay if you want more real life pics…it's a great watch and will probably hold its value well.

Thx much for that wristshot man, what a nice watch and love the little details

[tigerpac]

I'm sad to see the BP 50 Fathoms leave the picture but am sure whatever you decide on will be a good choice… otherwise you'll have to hear about it on here over and over

[Graeme]

I'm sorry to hear the Fifty Fathoms isn't happening too. The B&R looks nice, but if you're after alternatives…

The Bell and Ross and Tudor are around £2000 to £3000. For that I'd buy one of the more basic Habring2 watches. Stewarts have the Jumping Second listed in that sort of price range.

Also take a look at the Nomos Ahoi. It's a swimming rather than diving watch, but is water resistant to 200 m.

If I was buying a new tool watch in that price bracket I'd also consider Bremont. They seem pretty tough, the Supermarine that I posted pics of the other day is shock proof, antimagnetic, and has a toughened case. The non-diving pieces have a similar aesthetic.

[Anesthetist]

Nomos makes an excellent watch an unlike the others mentioned above they use a manufacture movement. I have a Tangente Index Sport Datum and I love it. Smallish, simple, and yet I see it as rugged enough for daily abuse.