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View Poll Results: Which should be my next watch?
Rolex President Day/Date 48 37.50%
Rolex DateJust 32 25.00%
Audemars Piguet 18 14.06%
Panerai 21 16.41%
Breitling 9 7.03%
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Old 19 July 2009, 02:50 PM   #1
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Help me decide my next watch!

I am trying to decide on the following watches. Please take a poll and then post a message letting me know why you chose the watch you did. I really appreciate this help. The reason I am asking is that I hope to get different insight into these watches to help me decide. They are all beautiful and it's a difficult decision. I currently have the Rolex Sub, GMT and Daytona. Thanks again!
  1. Rolex President Day/Date
  2. Rolex DateJust
  3. Audemars Piguet
  4. Panerai
  5. Breitling


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Old 19 July 2009, 02:52 PM   #2
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I would go for the DJ...it will be the next one I buy
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Old 19 July 2009, 02:58 PM   #3
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I voted DD. You have several sporty watches, and the DD is a classic slightly more "professional/dressy" choice. Although you have the Daytona, so I am not sure why you would ever want another watch!
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Old 19 July 2009, 03:15 PM   #4
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I voted for President DD. That would be my next watch if I had the choice
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Old 19 July 2009, 03:18 PM   #5
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I voted DD. You have several sporty watches, and the DD is a classic slightly more "professional/dressy" choice. Although you have the Daytona, so I am not sure why you would ever want another watch!
I have an addiction that I cannot kick! I think it's hopeless! I am hearing a watch calling my name and trying to determine which watch it is!! My problem is that I just love watches too much!!


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Old 19 July 2009, 03:53 PM   #6
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I voted AP....

I really love Rolex but its nice to have some variety.

Try AP Royal Oak series.... I bet you like it.

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Old 19 July 2009, 04:25 PM   #7
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Which versions of the AP, Breitling, Panerai did you have in mind? Royal Oaks? Offshores? Chronomats? SuperOceans? 111,113,112, 233, 249....

Have no idea what you're after here...a little less ambiguity would be helpful....but since you have me typing...and I'm guessing and I have no idea what your likes are with the exception of what is already in your watchbox....your next watch should be a AP Royal Oak Offshore Safari.

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Old 19 July 2009, 04:29 PM   #8
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How about a nice rose gold Royal Oak?
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Old 19 July 2009, 04:33 PM   #9
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Which versions of the AP, Breitling, Panerai did you have in mind? Royal Oaks? Offshores? Chronomats? SuperOceans? 111,113,112, 233, 249....

Have no idea what you're after here...a little less ambiguity would be helpful....but since you have me typing...and I'm guessing and I have no idea what your likes are with the exception of what is already in your watchbox....your next watch should be a AP Royal Oak Offshore Safari.

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After I decide on the Rolex model or other brand, then I will decide the specifics (i.e. specific AP model). I do thank you for your opinion and stating the AP model that you recommend!


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Old 19 July 2009, 04:36 PM   #10
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Old 19 July 2009, 05:25 PM   #11
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My next would be: GMT II, Milgauss GV, Esplorer II, DD etc, etc.
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Old 19 July 2009, 05:34 PM   #12
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Alan, you specify the Rolex model but not the model of the other brands - be more specific - which AP which Pam?
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Old 19 July 2009, 05:56 PM   #13
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Allan,

If you have a big wrist, go with either the very expensive DD II or the new, soon to be released, DJ II......both in 41 mm size!!

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Old 19 July 2009, 06:26 PM   #14
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AP royal oak offshore or a 44mm panerai.....
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Old 19 July 2009, 07:41 PM   #15
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Alan, you specify the Rolex model but not the model of the other brands - be more specific - which AP which Pam?
Have no idea of specific models of AP or PAM. I do want a bracelet and not straps. I want to first decide if I should get another Rolex or try an AP, PAM or Breitling. This is the toughest decision because I would love to have 1 of each and of course more Rolexes!


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Old 19 July 2009, 07:47 PM   #16
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If I had the cash I would go for the DD - it would add something different to your collection.
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Old 19 July 2009, 08:18 PM   #17
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I would go for the new style DJ for versatility, and to get the new superjubilee bracelet.

My second choice would be a DD on Oyster (in white gold).

Good luck. Post pictures when you have decided.

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P.S. AP is really fine also ;-)
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Old 20 July 2009, 02:10 AM   #18
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i voted AP... just for a change
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Old 21 July 2009, 05:29 AM   #19
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What budget? These choices are all over the place in terms of pricing.
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Old 21 July 2009, 06:12 AM   #20
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What budget? These choices are all over the place in terms of pricing.
I would probably buy a preowned watch! No price range, only self justification.

I think I ruled out the Breitling. Right now I am leaning towards a DJ, Pamerai or AP. I am not in love with the DJ but would wear it more as an everyday watch. Are Pamerai or AP watches more scarce to find? Is the Pamerai or the AP more popular with Rolex lovers?


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Old 21 July 2009, 06:15 AM   #21
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well, it's not like you need another rolex...
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Old 21 July 2009, 06:31 AM   #22
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well, it's not like you need another rolex...
That's part of the problem. I love Rolex but to me, I got the 3 best Rolex watches so all other Rolex watches fail in comparison.


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Old 21 July 2009, 07:19 AM   #23
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you have the divers, GMT and chronograph categories well covered i'd look at something totally different,i'd go for a black ceramic pam 292 j series with pig if you can find one, very limited, very collectable.
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Old 21 July 2009, 07:38 AM   #24
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you have the divers, GMT and chronograph categories well covered i'd look at something totally different,i'd go for a black ceramic pam 292 j series with pig if you can find one, very limited, very collectable.
Not to sound too stupid but what in the heck is a pig besides the ones you find on JJ's farm! Does the series matter? Do you have a picture of this?


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Old 21 July 2009, 07:45 AM   #25
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I got a Breitling Emergency to mix it up. It is a nice change from my Rolex.
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Old 21 July 2009, 07:52 AM   #26
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I got a Breitling Emergency to mix it up. It is a nice change from my Rolex.
Why do they have digital display? This seems to cheapen the watch.


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Old 21 July 2009, 08:01 AM   #27
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I voted AP. However, I think a trip to Carmel is in order. Try on some various APs, Panerai, etc. and you'll know what strikes your fancy. I love the President, but with your current collection I would consider branching out a bit.
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Old 21 July 2009, 08:05 AM   #28
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the pigs the little submarine on the dial, the j series models came with this but the newer k series models i have seen dont have this on the dials. sorry i dont know how to post pics on here i'm a newbie, google pam 292.
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Old 21 July 2009, 08:12 AM   #29
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This was my vote!



I like WG, as you can see.

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Old 21 July 2009, 08:48 AM   #30
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id go president!!!
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