What watch to get for my 40th bday...

[Hollister]

Not really, I prefer the smaller predecessor, and I wouldn't buy that either. So many to choose from all opinions are valid, as they say.

[Tony64]

Originally Posted by Mick P

OK I am super decisive, well not according to my wife.

Now be honest, if i told you that my 39mm is the best watch for you and I did not give a reason, would you consider that useful advice.

Regards

Mick

Agree with Mick. Without knowing more about the OP's interests, budget, and intended use, it's really an impossible question to answer in any sort of meaningful way. Nothing more than a poll of what random strangers would choose. Can't see how that helps to do anything other than enable.

If there is a specific model that the OP would like information about, pros and cons, then the forum can be really quite helpful.

[masyv6]

I'd go with: DayDate, AP, or PP. All statement watches.

[speedolex]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

Are you suggesting that 5513 is a 5512?

Close enough.

[Dial_M]

Rose Gold Daytona 116515, put it on black rubber b.


Everyone has the other watches you mention & 40 is special.

Buy a Submariner for stopping smoking or losing 10 pounds or something like that. 40 = precious metals & on strap is best buy.

ROSE GOLD YM is close but daytona is less $ and better with more complications, rarer & will maintain its value better.

[Dial_M]

Plus RG YM doesn't fit the case properly I cannot believe that Rolex blew it when they made their oyster flex band not slide perfectly into the case.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by GMT13

40th anny nautilus

I like this idea

[yonax]

The new daydate 40 for 40th bday. It comes with plenty choices of tapestry dial.

[Ewellblue]

Originally Posted by speedolex

40th screams birth-year watch, I'd suggest a 1976 Submariner 5512.

Off subject slightly, I'm also 40 this year and looking to find a 1976 Sub but don't seem to have any luck. Could anyone point me in the right direction?

[speedolex]

Originally Posted by Ewellblue

Off subject slightly, I'm also 40 this year and looking to find a 1976 Sub but don't seem to have any luck. Could anyone point me in the right direction?

Just Google "Rolex 5513" and it'll get you started, many reputable dealers are found on Page 1 of the search result.

[Rockwell]

Get what your heart desires because you will always be thinking about THAT watch. Don't settle.

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[Muzz]

Daytona C would be a natural choice as it was just released. I would think that would be a smart choice to match the occasion.

[Wine4Golf]

Lol going through the same thing right now, have about 6 months to go until the big 4-0. I've narrowed down the long list to the BLNR & White Daytona C(on multiple lists).

[sarjoo]

I recently turned 40 and treated myself to a white SS Daytona. I absolutely love it and look forward to being able to wear it, on infrequent occasions but my daily wearer is my GMT II and I still love that one, they're both so different, and equally loved and admired by myself when either is worn :)

Now I have to wait till I turn 50 for my next lol

[travisb]

Don't settle. Wait for the Daytona.

[joli160]

[Ewellblue]

Originally Posted by speedolex

Just Google "Rolex 5513" and it'll get you started, many reputable dealers are found on Page 1 of the search result.

Thanks mate, had a good look today and nothing around, apparently as this year is 30/4050's ect they are hard to come by.

[Youngin]

Originally Posted by alwayslovedwatches

Getting started late... What do I get myself..: thinking a new watch every 5 years... Problally more often in fact

What do I start with?

Wait on the new Daytona, black dial?
Sub
Gmt
Sea dweller

The first is my obvious choice... My favorite...

Or do I skip Rolex and go straight to ap?

Feel like I need 1 Rolex tho...

If its your first luxury watch i think get a Daytona or a Submariner black dial.
If it wasn't however you can excuse yourself and buy a Patek Phillipe nautilus or a JLC Reverso.

[abrasive]

Dd.... 40!

[Sublovin]

Wait for the Daytona

[rabbithole88]

Dd40 :)

[sgucla]

For my husbands 40th last year I bought him a gently pre owned Pepsi GMT complete set with all the papers and tag from one of the trusted sellers here....he loved it

[myc ritz]

I have a 40th coming up in December and will purchase either a black dial Daytona C or a Patek Aquanaut to celebrate the occasion!

[Kippers]

Or the SD4K or GMT BLNR, both 40 (mm), I have both and they are great pieces. I am in my mid 40s and bought these this year.

SD4K taken just now whilst taxiing on the runway in Helsinki. Great watch!

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[Kippers]

Here's another!


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[droptopman]

What about a vintage 40 year old Sub or GMT? I turn 50 later this year and found a birth year gilt Sub after many years of searching.

[RobJordan]

If you plan on buying more watches down the line, I would go with the GMT for now. It never seems to go out of style and is a great, practical addition to any collection. The new Daytona is great, but I'm not sure that I would want to deal with waiting lists for my first Rolex purchase. I'd say go try them all on and if you're not happy with any other model configuration, put yourself on the list for the ceramic Daytona.

[Evo6]

FYI 1974-76 Rolex sports watches seem very hard to find. I think it has something to do with the Opec crisis and other financial factors that may have affected production of cases at the time. It seems much easier to find Tudor subs from this period. I ended up with an early 77' pre Comex 5513 which I'm happy calling a birthyear.

[albmich]

Easy choice. Yellow gold submariner

[RHIII]

How about. DRSD??

Seems appropriate for a milestone such as a 40th...


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