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TOlsen · 29 July 2017, 02:30 AM

Hey guys,

I've been searching for a "perfect silver dialed watch on strap" that goes well with a suit at the office or with a t-shirt and shorts in the weekends.

I'm contemplating silver dialed, as I like the idea of being able to change to a lot of different coloured and styled straps.

Should still be in production or available at an AD.

Theres a broad spectre of watches available, show me your suggestions!

singe89 · 29 July 2017, 02:53 AM

could always throw a leather or rubber strap on a 15300 or 15400 RO.

TOlsen · 29 July 2017, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by singe89

could always throw a leather or rubber strap on a 15300 or 15400 RO.

Already have a 15202st which I haven't seen any good strap choices for at the moment.

Saw a guy sporting a red gold 15300 on strap which looked pretty awesome!

singe89 · 29 July 2017, 03:16 AM

Love your 15202!

AP has plenty of strap options for the 15300/15400. It might be a little redundant with your 15202 but if you're putting it on a strap and white/silver dial will be different enough.

Buy the plots and buckle from AP then they have multiple color leather and rubber options. I put my wife's silver dial RO on a AP factory white rubber strap with AP tang buckle. Change up my RG RO skeleton between black and brown leather and thought about getting a black rubber strap but might be too casual for that watch.

mps354 · 29 July 2017, 08:05 AM

Zenith makes some nice watches that would fit the bill

GB-man · 29 July 2017, 08:11 AM

Budget?

I'm not big on silver dials but

JLC MUT moon

Lange 1815

Laurent F galet square micro rotor

Omega Globemaster

osamu · 29 July 2017, 09:08 AM

New WG daytona on oysterflex?

DCheeta · 29 July 2017, 12:48 PM

I like the VC Overseas with its included strap options, however with its non-standard lugs you're kind of limited to what VC makes for you.

TOlsen · 29 July 2017, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mps354

Zenith makes some nice watches that would fit the bill

I tried on the new Elite Classic recently - might try it out again.

Also liked the new gold el primero!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

Budget?

I'm not big on silver dials but

JLC MUT moon

Lange 1815

Laurent F galet square micro rotor

Omega Globemaster

Not fixed on a budget - but probably sub 15k.

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Originally Posted by osamu

New WG daytona on oysterflex?

My local AD received one they are displaying this week, might have to go and try it on! I already kinda have an eye on the WG blue dial, but just can't justify the price difference compared to the 116500ln. Could move it and take the profit towards a WG.

Photo credits to instragram-account @thewatchclub:

Hand-in-pocket shot of my 116500ln

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

I like the VC Overseas with its included strap options, however with its non-standard lugs you're kind of limited to what VC makes for you.

VC did something cool with the multistrap choices for the overseas!

I'll try it on, but i feel my 'genta' spot is taken by the 15202.

DCheeta · 30 July 2017, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TOlsen

VC did something cool with the multistrap choices for the overseas!

I'll try it on, but i feel my 'genta' spot is taken by the 15202.

Well you're in luck, because Genta didn't design the Overseas, it's was a dude named Jorg Hysek.

I see your point, and I agree. The angular design is similar and I wouldn't want both in my collection either if I already had a 15202.

vman · 30 July 2017, 04:09 PM

The selection of silver watches on straps is broad. I suggest focusing on two issues: The ability to find good aftermarket straps and the ease of transfer of the original buckle. Any model from JLC Master collection may be a good choice. Chronographs by Zenith, especially vintage re-issues, may be good too. I would stay away from watches with specialized straps (e.g., JLC Reverso), as your selection of alternatives may not be as plentiful as it is with standard straps.

Finally, wearing a dressy watch with t-shirts and shorts may require some coordination of attire so that everything looks well together. As you're hailing from the European side of the pond, it should not be a problem though :-)

vman · 30 July 2017, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by singe89

Love your 15202!

AP has plenty of strap options for the 15300/15400. It might be a little redundant with your 15202 but if you're putting it on a strap and white/silver dial will be different enough.

Buy the plots and buckle from AP then they have multiple color leather and rubber options. I put my wife's silver dial RO on a AP factory white rubber strap with AP tang buckle. Change up my RG RO skeleton between black and brown leather and thought about getting a black rubber strap but might be too casual for that watch.

Do you have any pics of the custom straps? Just curious. I was always under an impression that getting straps for AP was an issue (if you compare to Panerai or other watches that take standard straps).

HK Islandboy · 30 July 2017, 06:04 PM

AP Panda (it's not still in production or available at ADs, but is widely available second hand)

I find it very versatile - good for the office, good to wear with jeans and - while I've kept it on steel, photos I've see of it on red, black, rubber, leather have all looked good.

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dmash · 31 July 2017, 06:36 AM

Patek 5196G

Manofsteelpt · 31 July 2017, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by HK Islandboy

AP Panda (it's not still in production or available at ADs, but is widely available second hand)

I find it very versatile - good for the office, good to wear with jeans and - while I've kept it on steel, photos I've see of it on red, black, rubber, leather have all looked good.

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Spot on suggestion!

I wear mine on bracelet too, but, I have the Las Vegas strap for it. There's plenty of straps you can pick up from AP for it too.

Manofsteelpt · 31 July 2017, 06:57 AM

On LV strap...

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HK Islandboy · 31 July 2017, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Manofsteelpt

On LV strap...

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That looks great!

Manofsteelpt · 31 July 2017, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by HK Islandboy

That looks great!

Thx

AK797 · 31 July 2017, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by osamu

New WG daytona on oysterflex?

That's a good shout. If you are going to do sporty activities with it and sweat, I much prefer rubber to leather. If not a Lange 1 MP.

hugs · 31 July 2017, 11:51 PM

I like the 5711. The white dial is easier to source too.

GB-man · 1 August 2017, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by hugs

I like the 5711. The white dial is easier to source too.

Me too but no strap option on that.

Syed117 · 1 August 2017, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by vman

Any model from JLC Master collection may be a good choice.

Agree with this.

JLC has plently of great silver dial on strap options.

A friend of mine has this one. Date window is a bit annoying, but it's very nice.

hugs · 1 August 2017, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Me too but no strap option on that.

My bad. Did not see that part.

jd57 · 1 August 2017, 12:04 PM

Hard to beat the 1815 - dresses up with a black strap or down with a brown strap.

29 July 2017, 02:30 AM	#1
TOlsen "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Copenhagen Posts: 212	What is the perfect silver dialed watch on strap? Hey guys, I've been searching for a "perfect silver dialed watch on strap" that goes well with a suit at the office or with a t-shirt and shorts in the weekends. I'm contemplating silver dialed, as I like the idea of being able to change to a lot of different coloured and styled straps. Should still be in production or available at an AD. Theres a broad spectre of watches available, show me your suggestions! Last edited by TOlsen; 29 July 2017 at 02:31 AM.. Reason: grammer

29 July 2017, 08:11 AM	#6
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vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	The selection of silver watches on straps is broad. I suggest focusing on two issues: The ability to find good aftermarket straps and the ease of transfer of the original buckle. Any model from JLC Master collection may be a good choice. Chronographs by Zenith, especially vintage re-issues, may be good too. I would stay away from watches with specialized straps (e.g., JLC Reverso), as your selection of alternatives may not be as plentiful as it is with standard straps. Finally, wearing a dressy watch with t-shirts and shorts may require some coordination of attire so that everything looks well together. As you're hailing from the European side of the pond, it should not be a problem though :-) __________________ Collector and buyer of Lange, VC, Patek \| 2 FA Enabled

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Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	On LV strap... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Best to stay silent and have the world think you're a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." SMD

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jd57 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 566	Hard to beat the 1815 - dresses up with a black strap or down with a brown strap. Attached Images

29 July 2017, 02:53 AM	#2
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	could always throw a leather or rubber strap on a 15300 or 15400 RO.

29 July 2017, 03:16 AM	#4
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Love your 15202! AP has plenty of strap options for the 15300/15400. It might be a little redundant with your 15202 but if you're putting it on a strap and white/silver dial will be different enough. Buy the plots and buckle from AP then they have multiple color leather and rubber options. I put my wife's silver dial RO on a AP factory white rubber strap with AP tang buckle. Change up my RG RO skeleton between black and brown leather and thought about getting a black rubber strap but might be too casual for that watch.

29 July 2017, 08:05 AM	#5
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,098	Zenith makes some nice watches that would fit the bill

29 July 2017, 09:08 AM	#7
osamu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Honolulu Posts: 1,322	New WG daytona on oysterflex?

29 July 2017, 12:48 PM	#8
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	I like the VC Overseas with its included strap options, however with its non-standard lugs you're kind of limited to what VC makes for you.

30 July 2017, 06:04 PM	#13
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	AP Panda (it's not still in production or available at ADs, but is widely available second hand) I find it very versatile - good for the office, good to wear with jeans and - while I've kept it on steel, photos I've see of it on red, black, rubber, leather have all looked good. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2017, 06:36 AM	#14
dmash Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA <> BKK Posts: 6,160	Patek 5196G

31 July 2017, 11:51 PM	#20
hugs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: UK bad teeth etc Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 1,001	I like the 5711. The white dial is easier to source too.

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