Torn...but falling more in love with 1159 Blue

[pj1369]

So, I've been on the hunt for a new watch for several weeks to celebrate an upcoming birthday and my new job that I start on Monday :). Put a deposit on a new Rolex Daytona WG, but my AD didn't come through and it now looks like it will take several months to a year. So, I'm cancelling and getting a refund. And to be honest, while I loved that watch - my primary goal for this next purchase was to get a modern, dressier time piece since I have several rolexes and a few other pieces (Panerai, Bulgari Octo Finissimo, etc.).

And, after some additional research I stumbled into the new 1159s, which I love with the new dials this year. Pros: The simplicity of the dial, the colors, and I really do see it a future potential icon. It's also very modern, fun and different. it really does sing to me. Concerns: feels like a lot of money at retail for a time only watch, legibility looks a little tough from some angles, and I know short and mid term value won't be great. That said, love the look, colors and originality.

While I love the Patek 5205, I'm not sure I want to spend that much on a watch with a complication that I think is great, but I don't see as essential or important to me. I also don't love the Patek strap or time reserve, but I know the value will be there long term and it's a timeless but modern design.

And, the Daytona (when I can get one) is a great investment piece and I love the strap and how it fits/feels, but it also reminds me of my other sport pieces, and doesn't feel dressy/different enough, e.g. I would probably interchange it with when I would typically wear my GMT Batman on Jubilee.

I also liked the Patek 5524, but it just didn't sing to me let the others. It's elegant and sporty, but I haven't thought about it much since, so I'm tending to lean towards the other three.

Other thoughts, pros/cons/ideas to consider? Thank you!


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