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Old 27 September 2012, 02:05 PM   #1
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Must have watches

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If this has been done before then I apologize in advance but I wanted to get the take of everyone on the boards of watches that are a MUST own in a watch collection.
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:14 PM   #2
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A SUB for versatility...A Patek for dress up (although i dont really like a patek)..a G shock for sport..
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:16 PM   #3
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Rolex sea dweller is a must have IMHO
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:20 PM   #4
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Funny you mention the g shock. I am waiting on a G Shock frogman titanium that I bought from a guy in Japan. I agree G Shock for sport all the way. I also think a vintage watch should be a part of everybody's collection I just don't know which one.
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:20 PM   #5
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In a Rolex collection, you need:

1. A SS sports watch (ie Sub or GMT)
2. Daytona
3. A gold or TT dress watch (ie DJ or DD)
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:33 PM   #6
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DSSD would probably be the last watch in my collection I would sell, so I guess it is a "must-have" for me:)
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:39 PM   #7
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Rolex and PP are most haves, rest just depends on personal preference.
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:42 PM   #8
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I was an _______ (insert nasty word here) to sell my Royal Oak.
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:43 PM   #9
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I am almost at my goal!

SS Tool watch
TT Sporty
18k Sporty (such as Daytona or YM)
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:43 PM   #10
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I am almost at my goal!

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Old 27 September 2012, 02:46 PM   #11
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Submariner
DJ
Daytona (could be)
Omega Speedmaster
Breitling Emergency
Cartier Santos
Cartier Tank
Tag F1 (for the F1 days )
JLC Reverso
Panerai Black Seal (the black ceramic one) but i would never get it because my wrist is way to smal for a 45mm
A G shock or any tough beater watch for working out,,etc
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:48 PM   #12
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I would say DJ for dress and Sub for sport.
I have a G Shock for the hot and outdoor beach days.
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:54 PM   #13
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Sea Dweller for water sports
GMTII for travel and work
Speedmaster Pro - just because
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:08 PM   #14
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panerai 210 (classic pam mechanical wind up that can be different with many band options)
rolex sport model (any ss model w/ oyster band will do)
seiko old school diver (auto mechanical only that gets wis respect)
timex ironman (grab and go quartz)
any flieger or pilot watch (BR, Fortis, Sinn, Hamilton etc..)

imo, this is a good start
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:12 PM   #15
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Sea Dweller for water sports
GMTII for travel and work
Speedmaster Pro - just because
Hard to argue against these.
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:30 PM   #16
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:38 PM   #17
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I have a gmt 2c and a Green slate TT DJII. But somehow I still want a subc LV.. People just cant get enough
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:47 PM   #18
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AP ROO
JLC Reservo
Rolex Submariner
Rolex DJ
Panerai Luminior
IWC Pilot
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Old 27 September 2012, 03:53 PM   #19
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Every Rolexer should own past or present a Submariner or GMT. After that, the daily wearer is subject to the owner's tastes. Also an Omega Speedmaster of any sort should be in the watch box. Moon, reduced, date or otherwise.
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:04 PM   #20
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Rolex Sub/DSSD/GMT (something from that line if that makes sense)
AP RO
Patek Nautilus
gold casual watch.
Silver coloured dress watch (could be SS, WG or platinum)
gold coloured dress watch.
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:04 PM   #21
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Hello all

If this has been done before then I apologize in advance but I wanted to get the take of everyone on the boards of watches that are a MUST own in a watch collection.
The must have watches in anyone's collections is the ones they want to buy and own no matter the brand or style its that simple.
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:07 PM   #22
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You must have what you want most!
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:16 PM   #23
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Well maybe you are looking for the most iconic pieces to have in your collection as I have been asking myself the same question for a while.
I would like to start a list and please my friends feel free to add or edit it then maybe we may have a pull and vote for the most iconic and must own watch.
Here is the list so far without order, including my preference in red:
Rolex GMT master
Rolex Datejust
Rolex Submariner
Rolex sea-dweller
Rolex day-tuna
Rolex day-date
Rolex Explorer ii 42
Casio G-Shock
PP Nautilus
AP RO
AP ROO
Breitling Emergency
Breitling Navitimer
Omega Speedy pro
Omege SM-PO
Cartier Santos
Cartier Tank
TagHeuer Monaco
Panerai Luminior
IWC Pilot
JLC Reverso
Breguet Marine
VC Overseas

Please TRFers keep posting and i will keep updating this list
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:29 PM   #24
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You must have what you want most!
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:50 PM   #25
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The must have watch is the one that sings to you. The one that tickles you bell.....
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:02 PM   #26
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A SS Rolex Professional model - Sub. GMT, SD etc
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:32 PM   #27
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At least one Sub and one Explorer! Just about covers every scenario for wearing!
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:36 PM   #28
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There are no must have watches. Buy want you like.
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:36 PM   #29
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My 3 remaining for my set are:

PP Aquanaut or Nautilus
A Lange & Sohne
AP Royal Oak

Along with the list below in by footer all of which I love. in short about 1/2 sport and 1/2 dress.
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Old 27 September 2012, 11:20 PM   #30
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One of: a Sub/GMT/EX-II
A steel/gold Datejust
Speedmaster>Daytona

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