which one would you pick?

[htc8p]

first off, dont tell the wife

non chrono:
dj2
tudor advisor

chrono:
iwc pilot
zenith ep
speedmaster
navitimer
tudor heritage chrono
daytona

i even used management science to narrow these down. putting weights on the different decision factors such as cost, aesthetics, legibility, after sales cost, etc

help me pick the next target!

[kilyung]

The women seem to favor the Daytona so the wife should scream a little less shrill.

[sierra11b]

Originally Posted by htc8p

i even used management science to narrow these down. putting weights on the different decision factors such as cost, aesthetics, legibility, after sales cost, etc

And what was the conclusion?

Sounds like you put a lot of thought into this purchase which is what I always do before dropping serious coin as I WAS a notorious flipper prior to doing extensive homework. All of these watches are great pieces so you really cannot lose.

It depends on what you REALLY want and if you plan on purchasing other watches or sticking with just one? That being said, if you can get the Daytona then get it and I'm not saying that because this is a Rolex Forum. Truth be told I don't even own a Daytona which should say something...

From the looks of your list it seems like you're keen on a chronograph given the number vs. non chronograph models. BUT you don't get the date with the daytona which begs the question I originally ask. If you need a date you could manage an original Speedmaster 3570.50 (no date but highly respected) and a DJII (with date and versatile dress) at about the same price of a BNIB daytona. See what I mean?

[cruvon]

Daytona!

[toph]

Iwc pilot.. New version IMHO.
Cheers

[htc8p]

Originally Posted by sierra11b

And what was the conclusion?

daytona ranked last aside from no date very hard to read in low light and small size, and most expensive. but the movement is what i hold on to there.

iwc pilot and Zenith Ep are the top contenders because of legibility, durability, value, WR

chrono is the only complication i dont have yet but not that much a fan of chronos so i could still go to a classic one like the DJ

i dont plan on buying another watch because i will have reached my max cap at 4 watches.

[nick c]

Daytona for me

[p_mcgee]

Daytona, wish they were all this easy. IWC Pilot 3717 & Speedy (sapphire sandwich) tied for 2nd place.

[B. Doggy]

Daytona

[Dickson Lim]

Originally Posted by htc8p

daytona ranked last aside from no date very hard to read in low light and small size, and most expensive. but the movement is what i hold on to there.

iwc pilot and Zenith Ep are the top contenders because of legibility, durability, value, WR

chrono is the only complication i dont have yet but not that much a fan of chronos so i could still go to a classic one like the DJ

i dont plan on buying another watch because i will have reached my max cap at 4 watches.

Mind to show us your Grande Complications, Perpetual Calendar, Minute Repeater, Tourbillon....... and more?


I would get the DJ2, pairing it with the Speedmaster/Daytona.

[wantonebad]

How about the Tudor Grantour Chrono? it's a stylish little nugget, has a date and is 42mm, that would be my choice. I've owned a Daytona and I don't miss it now that it's been sold.

[Kyu]

daytona gets my vote or a Dj2
also would like to nominate a Sub, GMT II or EXP II

[RRGHOST1]

DJII would be my choice.

[Watchcraze007]

No chrono: Panerai!
Oh, and BTW, my wife was standing beside me at the Panerai boutique when I took the plastic out and bought the 372 last week ;)

[Art 1]

Daytona.

[jolimont]

daytona

[cedric]

Of those listed, i would go for Daytona.

P.S. Please change the first statement. First off, please tell the wife (else there will be hell to pay) :)

[khairain]

IWC pilot for me

[bayerische]

The price span between the alternatives is pretty big...

I must say the Daytona. If the Daytona had not been on the list, then Speedmaster.

[GermanyMatt]

Daytona, Speedmaster, or DJII..

If it was me, I'd go with a non-chrono because 90% of chrono owners never actually use the function.

[Psmith]

I'm not a chrono fan, so easy pick for me... DJII

[patrike]

Daytona! :)

[patrike]

I'm sure a lot of people will disagree with my scores, but this is how I rate watches I'm interested in.

Prices in swedish kronor.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by patrike

I'm sure a lot of people will disagree with my scores, but this is how I rate watches I'm interested in.

Prices in swedish kronor.

Wow, that's very thorough!

[patrike]

Originally Posted by cruvon

Wow, that's very thorough!

Only one thing missing. How the "feeling" of the watches are. No chart will ever tell that :)


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[sierra11b]

Originally Posted by htc8p

iwc pilot and Zenith Ep are the top contenders because of legibility, durability, value, WR

Have you considered the new Speedmaster 9300?

[p_mcgee]

Originally Posted by patrike

I'm sure a lot of people will disagree with my scores, but this is how I rate watches I'm interested in.

Prices in swedish kronor.

Would you mind helping me balance my checkbook when you are done?

But seriously, wouldn't you want to weight the categories differently? Also include a "wow factor" category for 50% of the total score.

[patrike]

Originally Posted by p_mcgee

Would you mind helping me balance my checkbook when you are done?

But seriously, wouldn't you want to weight the categories differently? Also include a "wow factor" category for 50% of the total score.

:)

Yeah. Probably need some more categories and work some with the scores.

Just made the excel sheet quickly in ten minutes trying to figure out some points. Made me realize I should get a Daytona next. Then change my reverso to 18k. Then there's an open spot for the third watch. Either JLC or Zenith 18k chrono. Perhaps a AP or PP. :)


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[htc8p]

Omg! I went to ad. Starting to fall in love with the moon watch. At first it was contender due to elimination. But now it seems to have a soul of its own. Its quite cheap too.