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Aboutderntime · 10 February 2024, 01:48 PM

Anyone have suggestions here? I've owned or handled all of these and also own multiple watches >$25k. These are special within the sub 10k realm in my opinion. Anyone else have favorites that "perform above" their below 10k retail?

RTG · 10 February 2024, 02:19 PM

Cartier De Santos hits above its weight class for sure. The engineering that went into the bracelet is like nothing else out there. Great history too. First wrist watch, first pilots watch, damn good looking on the wrist.

buddenfan · 10 February 2024, 03:12 PM

Cartier Santos for me.

Elegant, versatile, beautiful and classic dial and font, screws everywhere make it stand out from every brand. Looks good with a blazer, or a black t shirt

l_chissle · 10 February 2024, 08:48 PM

Santos du mont, especially the limited ones with more unique designs

enjoythemusic · 10 February 2024, 10:29 PM

This is pretty obvious, CW C1 Bel Canto. Hopefully they start delivering more ASAP.

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Will also add the 8-day movement Panerai Table Clock ($3k), though not sure it is being offered any longer.

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Cartier Tank XL automatic.

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Bvlgaru Octo FS with 100m WP rating.

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H. Moser Heritage surely qualifies.

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Torsti Laine GG3 without a doubt punches well above others (wife's timepiece). Not just in that YOU create it custom to your liking with custom color, custom design, custom hands... plus there's lots of very nice movement decoration customizations to choose from as well.

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Montblanc Worldtime (wonderfully inexpensive on the used market, strap is custom my wife chose as this is another one of her timepieces).

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i could go on and on, yet don't want to seem like the 'M.A.D.1' here on TRF

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brandrea · 10 February 2024, 10:32 PM

How about under $500

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Dan Pierce · 10 February 2024, 10:36 PM

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How about under $500

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italiafan · 11 February 2024, 12:11 AM

Zenith Defy

1William · 11 February 2024, 12:33 AM

The ultimate watch for me is the Rolex Submariner-C ND 124060. Go anywhere, do anything.

Aboutderntime · 11 February 2024, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 1William

The ultimate watch for me is the Rolex Submariner-C ND 124060. Go anywhere, do anything.

Think tbisay also be my top choice from what I've seen. Tough to beat.

WatchEater666 · 11 February 2024, 02:52 AM

1. Grand Seiko. Their hands in particular are finished better than some of my haute horology stuff.

2. Blancpain Bathyscape. The finishing is WTF awesome. Much thicker anglage than expected and quite clean too. It looks like it has less chatter/scratches than patek lol

If what you posted, Id probably take the Santos or the Speedmaster. I love the santos a lot

CFR · 11 February 2024, 03:51 AM

Oris Diver 65.

nicky77 · 11 February 2024, 04:54 AM

I would say that any watch from: Glashuette Original, JLC, Breguet, Blancpain punch much above their weight.

TinFoilCat · 11 February 2024, 06:34 AM

I absolutely love the Pelagos 39, it’s is a great watch for it’s price!

John Doyle · 11 February 2024, 04:14 PM

Cartier Santos

horseco · 12 February 2024, 03:36 PM

Audevache · 12 February 2024, 10:20 PM

Pretty much everything that Nomos does. Amazing value for money. I still have a Tangente that started my collecting journey decades ago, as well as a Tetra I inherited.

And the only TAG Heuer I really liked (but unfortunately didn't buy as I just purchased another watch then), the 60th anniversary Carrera.

https://www.tagheuer.com/int/en/time...1H.FC8317.html

RTG · 12 February 2024, 11:23 PM

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That’s nice

thesingularity7 · 13 February 2024, 01:31 AM

Another vote for the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto. I also think their C60 Pro 300 diver is an incredible watch for the money.

rootbeer7 · 13 February 2024, 03:20 AM

I am so impressed with the quality of these, albeit 20-25 years old (and bought together still well below the threshold currently), that GP are a brand I really would look at new when the time comes.

TinFoilCat · 13 February 2024, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rootbeer7

I am so impressed with the quality of these, albeit 20-25 years old (and bought together still well below the threshold currently), that GP are a brand I really would look at new when the time comes.

Love these, the dial colour of the left is stunning!

mps354 · 13 February 2024, 04:12 AM

reverso, zenith chronomaster original

rootbeer7 · 13 February 2024, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by TinFoilCat

Love these, the dial colour of the left is stunning!

Thank you. It’s beautiful. Reputedly only 150 made.

Watcheroo · 13 February 2024, 06:22 PM

I love these

SharodTimes · 13 February 2024, 06:23 PM

I love panerai luminors, plus you can often get steals on them used

RTG · 14 February 2024, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by TinFoilCat

I absolutely love the Pelagos 39, it’s is a great watch for it’s price!

If I wore that size watch, I would own one of these. It's just a perfectly proportioned watch IMO.

taura · 14 February 2024, 06:14 PM

These two seem to do so for me. 54 somehow feels a step ahead of 58 in execution.

NardinNut · 14 February 2024, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by nicky77

I would say that any watch from: Glashuette Original, JLC, Breguet, Blancpain punch much above their weight.

Especially at secondhand prices.

tudorman75 · 16 February 2024, 05:04 AM

I’m new here but I’d have to say my latest purchase is definitely punching above it’s price

Tudor Black Bay GMT Opaline

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10 February 2024, 01:48 PM	#1
Aboutderntime "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: USA Watch: 5726/1a Posts: 224	Watches under 10k that punch above their weight Anyone have suggestions here? I've owned or handled all of these and also own multiple watches >$25k. These are special within the sub 10k realm in my opinion. Anyone else have favorites that "perform above" their below 10k retail? Attached Images __________________ Rolex GMT Master II “Pepsi” (126710BLRO), Rolex Explorer (214270), Rolex Yachtmaster 42 (226659), Rolex Submariner “Hulk” (116610LV), Omega Seamaster Diver 300M, Patek Philippe Calatrava (6119r), Patek Philippe Weekly Calendar (5212a), Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar (5726/1a), Patek Philippe Aquanaut chronograph (5968a), Vacheron Constantine Overseas Black (4500V)

10 February 2024, 02:19 PM	#2
RTG 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Watch: YM42 Ti Posts: 2,645	Cartier De Santos hits above its weight class for sure. The engineering that went into the bracelet is like nothing else out there. Great history too. First wrist watch, first pilots watch, damn good looking on the wrist. Attached Images __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

10 February 2024, 10:29 PM	#5
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,163	This is pretty obvious, CW C1 Bel Canto. Hopefully they start delivering more ASAP. Will also add the 8-day movement Panerai Table Clock ($3k), though not sure it is being offered any longer. Cartier Tank XL automatic. Bvlgaru Octo FS with 100m WP rating. H. Moser Heritage surely qualifies. Torsti Laine GG3 without a doubt punches well above others (wife's timepiece). Not just in that YOU create it custom to your liking with custom color, custom design, custom hands... plus there's lots of very nice movement decoration customizations to choose from as well. Montblanc Worldtime (wonderfully inexpensive on the used market, strap is custom my wife chose as this is another one of her timepieces). . . . . i could go on and on, yet don't want to seem like the 'M.A.D.1' here on TRF __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

11 February 2024, 12:33 AM	#10
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	The ultimate watch for me is the Rolex Submariner-C ND 124060. Go anywhere, do anything. Attached Images

11 February 2024, 06:34 AM	#15
TinFoilCat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2023 Location: UK Watch: IWC Ingenieur 3508 Posts: 61	I absolutely love the Pelagos 39, it’s is a great watch for it’s price! Attached Images

10 February 2024, 03:12 PM	#3
buddenfan Banned Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: california Posts: 1,247	Cartier Santos for me. Elegant, versatile, beautiful and classic dial and font, screws everywhere make it stand out from every brand. Looks good with a blazer, or a black t shirt

10 February 2024, 08:48 PM	#4
l_chissle "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Germany Posts: 667	Santos du mont, especially the limited ones with more unique designs

10 February 2024, 10:32 PM	#6
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,074	How about under $500 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2024, 12:11 AM	#9
italiafan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Earth Posts: 226	Zenith Defy

11 February 2024, 02:52 AM	#12
WatchEater666 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,982	1. Grand Seiko. Their hands in particular are finished better than some of my haute horology stuff. 2. Blancpain Bathyscape. The finishing is WTF awesome. Much thicker anglage than expected and quite clean too. It looks like it has less chatter/scratches than patek lol If what you posted, Id probably take the Santos or the Speedmaster. I love the santos a lot

11 February 2024, 03:51 AM	#13
CFR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: US Posts: 1,075	Oris Diver 65.

11 February 2024, 04:54 AM	#14
nicky77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Chicago Posts: 225	I would say that any watch from: Glashuette Original, JLC, Breguet, Blancpain punch much above their weight.

11 February 2024, 04:14 PM	#16
John Doyle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: US Posts: 745	Cartier Santos

12 February 2024, 03:36 PM	#17
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426

12 February 2024, 10:20 PM	#18
Audevache "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2023 Location: Europe Posts: 266	Pretty much everything that Nomos does. Amazing value for money. I still have a Tangente that started my collecting journey decades ago, as well as a Tetra I inherited. And the only TAG Heuer I really liked (but unfortunately didn't buy as I just purchased another watch then), the 60th anniversary Carrera. https://www.tagheuer.com/int/en/time...1H.FC8317.html

13 February 2024, 01:31 AM	#20
thesingularity7 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Posts: 669	Another vote for the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto. I also think their C60 Pro 300 diver is an incredible watch for the money.

13 February 2024, 03:20 AM	#21
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,157	Gp 4940 I am so impressed with the quality of these, albeit 20-25 years old (and bought together still well below the threshold currently), that GP are a brand I really would look at new when the time comes. Attached Images __________________ @imrootbeer7

13 February 2024, 04:12 AM	#23
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,097	reverso, zenith chronomaster original

13 February 2024, 06:22 PM	#25
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,927	I love these

13 February 2024, 06:23 PM	#26
SharodTimes 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: PA Watch: Patek aquanaut Posts: 32	I love panerai luminors, plus you can often get steals on them used

14 February 2024, 06:14 PM	#28
taura "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Finland Posts: 110	These two seem to do so for me. 54 somehow feels a step ahead of 58 in execution.

16 February 2024, 05:04 AM	#30
tudorman75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: Wales Posts: 1	Watches under 10k that punch above their weight I’m new here but I’d have to say my latest purchase is definitely punching above it’s price Tudor Black Bay GMT Opaline Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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