Hublot, 30k would you buy?

[Wesley Crusher]

I think I am one of the few Hublot fans on the forum (I don't like all models, but some are very nice) and I would advise against that watch.

If you have 30k to spend and you want some bling, buy a solid gold Sub/GMT/Daytona. Those watches offer a LOT more value. They have a ton of wrist presence and will have a much stronger resale value.

[Rogdogg]

Not for me and definitely not for a tux

[HK Islandboy]

I would not.

The Sapphire Unicco would tempt me...this one, no

[MrTito]

I know that TRF is not a place to bash..... but if ever a watch shouted “I have more money than taste” that is it

[HL65]

Oh boy!

[tyler1980]

depends if you are particularly attached to that 30k... personally i think making it rain at a club is a better use for that kind of money and it will make you happy. That watch will tank on resale and then you will feel bad.

[mynameistaken]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

depends if you are particularly attached to that 30k... personally i think making it rain at a club is a better use for that kind of money and it will make you happy. That watch will tank on resale and then you will feel bad.

Lol, you will feel happy at the moment in the club but when your cc statement comes at the end of the month. You be like wtf.... lol... personally been there.


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[1William]

I would not.

[Hpozzuoli]

I love the diamonds. I don’t like the skull. I think a different dial (still diamonds) would have been more appropriate. As soon as I see the skull I think of Michael Kors or something I have seen in Walmart.

[PJ S]

Originally Posted by mynameistaken

Hi Guys, I had been on a crazy watch shopping spree and IS trying to stop! However; I just came across another deal that I’m a-little craving for. It’s new old stock, Hublot, Diamond paves skull classic fusion watch.

Retails for 45-50k, I’m getting at 30k. I’ve been wanting a bling bling watch, diamonds, a watch for summer or even dress up in a tux. I feel like that watch would work,

What do you guys think? Should I buy or do you have any other suggestions. Thanks!!!

When it comes to a watch worn with a tuxedo, I would advocate sticking with convention – but in this day and age, much of what once was perceived wisdom has been shunned or abandoned in the name of individualism.
However, if it really does tickle your fancy, then who are we to say otherwise – it’s only money, and whilst others may reel in horror, that’s their problem, not yours. It’s not like the sight of it has given them an incurable disease!

Right, so alternatives, tux or not…

https://www.chrono24.com/cartier/san...-id6899211.htm
https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspig...-id6250067.htm
https://www.chrono24.com/hmosercie/m...-id5864694.htm
https://www.chrono24.com/franckmulle...-id7735626.htm
https://www.chrono24.com/patekphilip...-id6380606.htm

Of those, I personally would probably gravitate towards the Cartier Santos XL, if I was hell-bent on wearing it to a very formal event.
If not, then I’d probably go with the FM Vanguard, for “summer”, and use the rest of the budget (assuming it’s burning a hole in your pocket) for a true formal watch, if you dress in a tuxdeo a good few times throughout the year.
Heck, you could even buy both for less than your planned expenditure, especially if you were hell-bent… etc

[RHIII]

You don’t wear a watch with a tuxedo. Unless you want to go uber classy and get a vintage Patek pocketwatch....I stick with that as my father did...

Guess I’m just old fashioned.


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[Chris85]

Check out the new Zenith El Primero Defy 21 models with diamonds, if you must have them.

And to those of you saying "don't wear a watch with a tux" or "this watch is for this application, not for that..."

Watches are to be worn at all times and all occasions! The more it doesn't fit in to the traditional look, the more interesting the conversation will be!

Take a look at the pics I attached- wear that (with the chronograph hand blazing around once per second) to black tie event and you will be the life of the party!

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[opawlows]

If you're looking for a bling bling watch just go with a Breitling Super Avenger with a diamond bezel. Nowhere near your 30k mark and if you decide your tastes change you should still be able to move it pretty easily. Take the other 25k and buy a PM rolex.

[vladamir15]

I would not buy a Hublot period. That watch is especially too gaudy. With 30k you could go with a much better brand and a more conservative/luxurious watch. IMO this watch just screams I want attention and seems like a fake watch. I would go get a daydate, blue sub or Patek Calatrava.

I would go with this very nice Breguet if you want something that's unique. Look great, classy and from a brand with history.

[asiparks]

Not my 30K, so go have at whatever floats your boat. I'd bet you could get it cheaper still...

Hublot's making them so I guess there is an audience for them.....(I'm guessing you're 50% of it). I know you are aware of AP's and Pateks and ALS, so your very casual approach to dropping $30K on this makes me think you have other "sensible" watches and you think this is a fun one. Go for it.

[PattayaHammerTime]

I own the classic fusion titanium (approx 5k-ish) and would advise you go with something like that... this is just not for me at 30k... much better out there for that price

[mynameistaken]

Originally Posted by asiparks

Not my 30K, so go have at whatever floats your boat. I'd bet you could get it cheaper still...

Hublot's making them so I guess there is an audience for them.....(I'm guessing you're 50% of it). I know you are aware of AP's and Pateks and ALS, so your very casual approach to dropping $30K on this makes me think you have other "sensible" watches and you think this is a fun one. Go for it.

Thank you!



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[Joemck]

How bout daydate meteorite dial and diamond markers. If you tire of it, still has value

[scarlet knight]

Since you asked, I would not take that watch if it were offered to me for free. But if people like it, buy it. No accounting for taste, mine or yours.