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RUK · 2 December 2015, 09:45 AM

Trying to chose between these three. Need a precious metal dress watch in my collection ( Speedmaster professional, non date sub, Reverso , and Blue Nautilus)

Like the idea of a rose gold / gold watch as all the others are steel.

Options are
Patek 5296

Lange 1815

Vacheron Patrimony

All three have amazing looks and a beautiful movement! Decisions decisions ...

Any tips on these? Any other watch that I should be considering?

Thanks

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GFONG · 2 December 2015, 09:52 AM

I would suggest Lange Saxiona.

Lordofrolex · 2 December 2015, 10:09 AM

i think the Lange 1815 looks the best but i would go with the patek.

paverman · 2 December 2015, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

i think the Lange 1815 looks the best but i would go with the patek.

I'm curious why you would go with the Patek even though you like the looks of the Lange better?

jd57 · 2 December 2015, 10:34 AM

For a pure gold dress watch I prefer the Saxonia.

PJ S · 2 December 2015, 11:05 AM

paverman · 2 December 2015, 11:40 AM

I wouldn't argue that the Saxonia is a great dress watch, and probably more comparable to the other two references cited, but I'd go with the 1815 regardless.

RUK · 2 December 2015, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by paverman

I wouldn't argue that the Saxonia is a great dress watch, and probably more comparable to the other two references cited, but I'd go with the 1815 regardless.

Thanks for the tip. I'll have a look :)

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RUK · 2 December 2015, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

Thanks! Wow awesome selection there. All worth looking at the FPJ and Parmigiani.

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texex91 · 2 December 2015, 11:42 AM

Lange

asleep · 2 December 2015, 11:48 AM

I have a soft spot for those blue hands.

p_mcgee · 2 December 2015, 12:06 PM

Lange 1815 in white gold, Patek in rose

cervantes · 2 December 2015, 12:20 PM

Take your pick. All three are fantastic. The VC in particular is really lovely on the wrist and a bit cheaper than the other two.

kunlun · 2 December 2015, 01:30 PM

This

asleep · 3 December 2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by kunlun

This

Oh, man... that is gorgeous. I'm changing my vote.

subtona · 2 December 2015, 01:38 PM

for me, neither arabic numerals nor a date function feel right to me when it comes to a dress watch.

the saxonia looks great as does the jlc above.

cfracing · 2 December 2015, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by subtona

for me, neither arabic numerals nor a date function feel right to me when it comes to a dress watch.

the saxonia looks great as does the jlc above.

I'll second that.

wokafu · 2 December 2015, 02:38 PM

Vc

wisguy · 2 December 2015, 03:08 PM

Since you already have a PP I would go ALS, although that VC is the best watch in their lineup (to me)

Saxonia would be better as a dress watch than 1815, but you really can't go wrong,

GB-man · 2 December 2015, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by subtona

for me, neither arabic numerals nor a date function feel right to me when it comes to a dress watch.

the saxonia looks great as does the jlc above.

Don't forget about the Vacheron up there Gus

I had the 1815 in WG and it was spectacularly beautiful. Problem was that I didn't particularly need a dress watch. My 5711 has that covered Imho as I don't attend many high brow events where I feel the need for a true time only dress piece and black tie suggests not to wear one anyways.

I guess I mean to say I love sports watches and thought I needed a dress watch...I was wrong. Make sure you aren't me 6 months ago

I choose the 1815 fwiw

subtona · 2 December 2015, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Don't forget about the Vacheron up there Gus

I had the 1815 in WG and it was spectacularly beautiful. Problem was that I didn't particularly need a dress watch. My 5711 has that covered Imho as I don't attend many high brow events where I feel the need for a true time only dress piece and black tie suggests not to wear one anyways.

I guess I mean to say I love sports watches and thought I needed a dress watch...I was wrong. Make sure you aren't me 6 months ago

I choose the 1815 fwiw

Good point in the VC Tom,

Another good point on the need for dress watches in general ...

Another consideration are the many beautiful vintage offerings at reasonable prices that meet the occasional use dress watch, challenge being to find one you like in a modern size.

RUK · 3 December 2015, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Good point in the VC Tom,

Another good point on the need for dress watches in general ...

Another consideration are the many beautiful vintage offerings at reasonable prices that meet the occasional use dress watch, challenge being to find one you like in a modern size.

Thanks that's a really good point. I need to keep an eye out at auctions. 36-38 will suit just fine.

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sgwatch · 2 December 2015, 03:32 PM

Lange for me. I love the 1815 series, but I might agree that the Saxonia is more "dressy", but I'd still get the 1815

capote · 2 December 2015, 03:45 PM

VC Patrimony: Right size, manuel wound movement, no date, great looking case and dial.

themaninblack · 2 December 2015, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by capote

VC Patrimony: Right size, manuel wound movement, no date, great looking case and dial.

100%. Faultless beauty. The Ref 81180/000R-9159 is the one! Sorry to say it only has two hands but that makes it more beautiful.

SearChart · 2 December 2015, 06:19 PM

If it's purely a dresswatch I'd go with a slim white gold watch, but as you probably want to wear this more often I'd go for the 1815.
The Lange has lot's of wrist presence and has one of the best finished movements in the business.

Blasketbanshee · 2 December 2015, 06:27 PM

PP or a JLC. Love the Lange but don't think the numerals are dressy.

red.earth · 2 December 2015, 06:29 PM

What about one of these: http://www.montblanc.com/en-gb/colle...ltra-slim.html

Gorgeous and incredible value for money. I couldn't resist the steel version.

busytimmy · 2 December 2015, 06:49 PM

I'm in the 1815 camp too. More versatile and equally as stunning. Germans are at the top of the game, IMO

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Constantine · 2 December 2015, 09:45 PM

VC Patrimony or Traditionnelle.

But I would reserve the word "ultimate" for the Ultra Thin calibre 1731 which unfortunately is out of most people's reach.

2 December 2015, 09:45 AM	#1
RUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ruk Location: .ie Watch: 5711,Sub,Daytona,P Posts: 1,232	Ultimate three handed dress watch? Trying to chose between these three. Need a precious metal dress watch in my collection ( Speedmaster professional, non date sub, Reverso , and Blue Nautilus) Like the idea of a rose gold / gold watch as all the others are steel. Options are Patek 5296 Lange 1815 Vacheron Patrimony All three have amazing looks and a beautiful movement! Decisions decisions ... Any tips on these? Any other watch that I should be considering? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 'The best watch out there is the one you like the most'

2 December 2015, 10:09 AM	#3
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	i think the Lange 1815 looks the best but i would go with the patek. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

2 December 2015, 10:34 AM	#5
jd57 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 566	For a pure gold dress watch I prefer the Saxonia. Attached Images

2 December 2015, 01:38 PM	#16
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	for me, neither arabic numerals nor a date function feel right to me when it comes to a dress watch. the saxonia looks great as does the jlc above. __________________

2 December 2015, 02:38 PM	#18
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	Vc __________________ 14060M SM300 PAM000 Poljot-BAIKAL G Shock

2 December 2015, 09:52 AM	#2
GFONG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Galen Location: SG / HK Watch: Lange / Rolex Posts: 2,810	I would suggest Lange Saxiona.

2 December 2015, 11:05 AM	#6
PJ S Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: UK Posts: 3,990	All three are widely known names, but there’s a plethora of equally nice looking and expensive watches, worthy of casting your eyes over – albeit potentially harder to see in the metal if you’re not keen on travelling to London or some mainland EU cities. Here’s more than a few I’d happily give the time of day to, but then that’s because I’m probably the most brand agnostic one on here. https://www.chrono24.co.uk/corum/gol...-id3502652.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/rogerdubu...-id3492091.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/rogerdubu...-id3286075.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/piaget/al...-id3794829.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/glashuett...-id2262553.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/glashuett...-id3484001.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/bulgari/o...-id3484676.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/debethune...-id2884013.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/debethune...-id3789508.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id1897293.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id3875002.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/minerva/v...-id3083507.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/bovet/fle...-id2607689.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/parmigian...-id3420559.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/fpjourne/...-id3329612.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/fpjourne/...-id3861154.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/langheyne...-id3628171.htm

2 December 2015, 11:40 AM	#7
paverman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Ken Location: Illinois Watch: Too many Posts: 2,870	I wouldn't argue that the Saxonia is a great dress watch, and probably more comparable to the other two references cited, but I'd go with the 1815 regardless.

2 December 2015, 11:42 AM	#10
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Lange

2 December 2015, 11:48 AM	#11
asleep "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Texas Posts: 778	I have a soft spot for those blue hands.

2 December 2015, 12:06 PM	#12
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	Lange 1815 in white gold, Patek in rose

2 December 2015, 12:20 PM	#13
cervantes "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: East and West Posts: 1,894	Take your pick. All three are fantastic. The VC in particular is really lovely on the wrist and a bit cheaper than the other two.

2 December 2015, 01:30 PM	#14
kunlun "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,970	This

2 December 2015, 03:08 PM	#19
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	Since you already have a PP I would go ALS, although that VC is the best watch in their lineup (to me) Saxonia would be better as a dress watch than 1815, but you really can't go wrong, __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

2 December 2015, 03:32 PM	#23
sgwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Seattle Posts: 432	Lange for me. I love the 1815 series, but I might agree that the Saxonia is more "dressy", but I'd still get the 1815

2 December 2015, 03:45 PM	#24
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	VC Patrimony: Right size, manuel wound movement, no date, great looking case and dial.

2 December 2015, 06:27 PM	#27
Blasketbanshee "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Will Location: Seattle Watch: out for door jambs Posts: 85	PP or a JLC. Love the Lange but don't think the numerals are dressy. __________________ Sometimes drinking too much is not nearly enough. - Samuel Clemens

2 December 2015, 06:29 PM	#28
red.earth "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: UK Watch: 124273 Posts: 831	What about one of these: http://www.montblanc.com/en-gb/colle...ltra-slim.html Gorgeous and incredible value for money. I couldn't resist the steel version. Attached Images

2 December 2015, 06:49 PM	#29
busytimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 3,745	I'm in the 1815 camp too. More versatile and equally as stunning. Germans are at the top of the game, IMO Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 December 2015, 09:45 PM	#30
Constantine Banned Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Earth Posts: 388	VC Patrimony or Traditionnelle. But I would reserve the word "ultimate" for the Ultra Thin calibre 1731 which unfortunately is out of most people's reach.

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