First 'proper' watch..

BGM · 07-19-2010, 05:53 PM

Hi,

I've seen a couple of threads on here with what is basically "watch porn", so i thought this as good a place as any to ask about them

I am toying with the idea of purchasing a Tag Heuer Carrera..

couple of reasons, one being it isn't flash.. it's a dull metal which i like (my current watch is titanium), and of course the cars / racing connections.. however tenuous a link that may be

so, would it be a good buy? i know generally these things hold their value and i would certainly not be buying a new one so i'm kind of think yes..

but other opinions are welcome

mkaaes · 07-19-2010, 05:57 PM

Panerai luminor is a fantastic way to go, the iwc portugese very nice very classic design, zenith makes a few classy ones, the tag carrera is a very nice watch as well tho.

misterS3 · 07-19-2010, 05:58 PM

Last time i looked at a Tag, what put me off was that they weren't great for time keeping. Their tolerance levels were ridiculously high.

Tee212 · 07-19-2010, 05:59 PM

That same carrera is my first starter watch (silver face) and i love it to death! as its my daily. You wont be dissapointed, its nice thick and heavy.

armorrig · 07-19-2010, 06:00 PM

buy the BMW Watch they sell at the dealerships

BGM · 07-19-2010, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tee212

That same carrera is my first starter watch (silver face) and i love it to death! as its my daily. You wont be dissapointed, its nice thick and heavy.

hmm.. this could be an issue, i am not think and heavy!

Tee212 · 07-19-2010, 06:07 PM

lol ya im a skinny hot guy my self, i like the look of larger watches so ill feel like black raper.

RockIt · 07-19-2010, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by misterS3

Last time i looked at a Tag, what put me off was that they weren't great for time keeping. Their tolerance levels were ridiculously high.

Had my Tag for nearly 5 years now and it has been faultless. Kept perfect time.

BGM · 07-19-2010, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tee212

lol ya im a skinny hot guy my self, i like the look of larger watches so ill feel like black raper.

hahahahahahaha, brilliant post..

i will go and have a look at one on the weekend.. but knowing me i won't actually 'pull the trigger' for another couple of months, so plenty of time to decide!!

armorrig · 07-19-2010, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tee212

lol ya im a skinny hot guy my self, i like the look of larger watches so ill feel like black raper.

I bet you look like Xiao. He's a skinny hot guy too.

M3-FAST · 07-20-2010, 03:12 AM

http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collecti...=CV7A10.BA0795

I have the above Tag and it is also my 'first' proper watch. I had a Breil a few years ago, which I use as my daily now, but not in the same class as the Tag.

I love the Tag, it get's the odd compliment when people notice it, but at the same time isn't too flashy either

It keeps perfect time also.

KadeSdad · 07-20-2010, 03:54 AM

I don't get this whole watch business? Does anyone else agree?

Is it a status or wealth thing, I just can't understand the value associated to them and 'One-upmanship' these things seem to bring out.

If I want to know the time I'll:

A: Look at my phone
B: Look at my dash
C: Look at the cooker or mircowave

Just my opinion & not to spark any controversy of course

Em135eye · 07-20-2010, 03:57 AM

Kade - have to agree.

My G Shock Giez is solar atomic - no batteries needed, 100% accurate. Cost? £150. Totally bullet proof, no servicing needed, smart enough.

And for running and stuff, a digi G Shock that has been utterly faultless (a couple of new batteries) in 12 years. Cost £120 at the time (which I thought was a lot).

I think BMW ownership requires a flashy watch to complete the "image." I'd rather leave that to Audi drivers ;-)

I DO need a watch but spending £1000s gets one less accurate that needs servicing and has to be flashed around all the time.

paul051 · 07-20-2010, 04:07 AM

I personally think, watch and shoes are a very important part of a mans attire!

Em135eye · 07-20-2010, 04:12 AM

Shoes yes, watch no.

The three most well off relatives I have (multi millionaires) don't wear watches - ever.

xenon · 07-20-2010, 04:17 AM

paul051 · 07-20-2010, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 335diesel

Shoes yes, watch no.

The three most well off relatives I have (multi millionaires) don't wear watches - ever.

I know a few very very wealthy people as well, and they all have watch fetishes so i guess it is a personal thing!

Each to their own i suppose!

Em135eye · 07-20-2010, 04:30 AM

A non relative with zillions (a mate of dads) has a collection of them - but then he made his money in jewellery!

What now xenon?

xenon · 07-20-2010, 04:37 AM

Me? No, nothing.

rogerxp · 07-20-2010, 04:38 AM

Argh, I'm being dragged into this debate once more...

It's purely a personal thing. I personally love watches just can't afford to 'collect' them. I have an Omega Seamaster I wear daily (gift from parents for my 21st) and a flashy one that I hardly ever wear (bought on honeymoon); in fact I went to wear it for a wedding the other week but the battery was dead

. Two watches that have sentimental value to me, not for show or anything. In fact, my flashy one, I try to hide when I wear it not to attract attention; stupid I know

.

I really didn't see the fascination until I got one. When my parents said they wanted to buy me a really nice watch for my Birthday I chose one worth about £150 as I thought anything above that was a complete waste. I really didn't want it but ended up with my Omega. Now, I love it, it's not flashy at all but it very good quality. Now, I love watches full-stop (thanks to my parents

).

Can't explain it, just do

charliesum · 07-20-2010, 04:59 AM

omega seamaster as daily watch for me panerai radiomir gmt as special.
get whichever one you like
its a big purchase and go with the one that makes you happy

themetz · 07-20-2010, 05:11 AM

it's nice to have nice things. i've been without watch for about 6 years trying to find the right one to invest in - found 'the one' a couple of months ago

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BGM Colonel 58 Rep 2,398 Posts Drives: F20 M140i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Farnborough, UK iTrader: (0)	First 'proper' watch.. Hi, I've seen a couple of threads on here with what is basically "watch porn", so i thought this as good a place as any to ask about them I am toying with the idea of purchasing a Tag Heuer Carrera.. couple of reasons, one being it isn't flash.. it's a dull metal which i like (my current watch is titanium), and of course the cars / racing connections.. however tenuous a link that may be so, would it be a good buy? i know generally these things hold their value and i would certainly not be buying a new one so i'm kind of think yes.. but other opinions are welcome
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misterS3 Lieutenant Colonel 70 Rep 1,733 Posts Drives: X70 on the way Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0)	Last time i looked at a Tag, what put me off was that they weren't great for time keeping. Their tolerance levels were ridiculously high.
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Tee212 Banned 81 Rep 4,541 Posts Drives: yes Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Riverside iTrader: (9) Garage List 2010 335 [8.00]	That same carrera is my first starter watch (silver face) and i love it to death! as its my daily. You wont be dissapointed, its nice thick and heavy.
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Tee212 Banned 81 Rep 4,541 Posts Drives: yes Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Riverside iTrader: (9) Garage List 2010 335 [8.00]	lol ya im a skinny hot guy my self, i like the look of larger watches so ill feel like black raper.
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KadeSdad Colonel 128 Rep 2,070 Posts Drives: E350 CDI Sport Cabriolet Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (3)	I don't get this whole watch business? Does anyone else agree? Is it a status or wealth thing, I just can't understand the value associated to them and 'One-upmanship' these things seem to bring out. If I want to know the time I'll: A: Look at my phone B: Look at my dash C: Look at the cooker or mircowave Just my opinion & not to spark any controversy of course
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Em135eye Banned 175 Rep 4,302 Posts Drives: M135i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South West iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW M135i 5 door [0.00]	Kade - have to agree. My G Shock Giez is solar atomic - no batteries needed, 100% accurate. Cost? £150. Totally bullet proof, no servicing needed, smart enough. And for running and stuff, a digi G Shock that has been utterly faultless (a couple of new batteries) in 12 years. Cost £120 at the time (which I thought was a lot). I think BMW ownership requires a flashy watch to complete the "image." I'd rather leave that to Audi drivers ;-) I DO need a watch but spending £1000s gets one less accurate that needs servicing and has to be flashed around all the time.
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