Looking for a Chrono Brother....HELP!!!!!!!!!

[Tunacan26]

Hello. So, I'm wanting a black dialed chrono to "complete" my limited collection, which consists of a Rolex SS Datejust (white roman dial) and a Rolex green ceramic sub.

I've been looking at the Tudor's (to keep it sorta in the family -- like the 20300, current model, and of course the new Heritage -- though is it maybe true the movement might be sort of a problem?), but was thinking -- You all know SO MUCH more about watches than I ever will, as well as know what different watch companies are out there that I might not have even heard of. So, I'm looking for possible suggestions.

Now, I want something "nice." "Different" and/or "unique" wouldn't be bad either. I want a bracelet, not a strap. Nothing too formal. Really don't want to spend more than 5K either.

I also tend to like either BNIB or LNIB pieces. I know Longines, for ex., has some nice watches, but, I think I want something with more...."something." Can't explain it....

Anyway, any and all responses will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Chuck

[Mosco]

How about a black dial Breguet XX?

[esm]

Chuck - the Omega 3570.50 is one of THE black Chrono to get.

If it isn't special enoug... Then can I suggest the new Zenith Vintage 1969 in black dial combo.. I think it only can in strap though. Again, the El Peimeo movement is the grand daddy of all Chrono movements IMO.

[Tunacan26]

ESM -- You mean the Speedmaster? If so, hate to say, but not wild about the bracelet....I know, picky bastard. Just googling around, what do we know about Chronoswiss and Glashutte? I'm all over the damn place guys, but thanks....

[Mockingbird]

There's the Omega Speedmaster of course, but then there's also the IWC 3717 Pilot's Chronograph that you may want to take a look at.

There are also the Vacheron Overseas, and the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak line.
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EDIT: Glashutte is GREAT I was going to attach a picture of one, but couldn't find a picture I liked. They're a German brand, who make completely in-house hand finished movements. Take a look at their site! http://www.glashuette-original.com/

[esm]

Originally Posted by Tunacan26

ESM -- You mean the Speedmaster? If so, hate to say, but not wild about the bracelet....I know, picky bastard.

Believe it or not - there is nothing wrong with the Omega bracelet. Yes, you may have heard a few push button clasp issues, but that's the rare case. I have 3 Omegas and the wife has 1 with push button clasp, not an issue at all. In fact, those bracelets are bloody comfortable, even more comfy than a hollow link Oyster bracelet (oops..)

[Shade]

Speedy is the best budget black dialled chrono I know. There are other choices, but they don't suit my fancy.

[Tunacan26]

Thnaks all -- But, it's gonna be a Tudor. Keeping it in the "family." Unfortunately, living in the US I can't see one in person. Talk about a "bummer."

[esm]

Originally Posted by Tunacan26

Thnaks all -- But, it's gonna be a Tudor. Keeping it in the "family." Unfortunately, living in the US I can't see one in person. Talk about a "bummer."

there is a Tudor Heritage currently in the FS section

[vukotab]

Tudor would be best choice!
And be relaxed about movements, Rolex would never put inside anything unreliable!

[Tunacan26]

Yeah, seems the Heritage hysteria is begoinning to wane, at least a little....

[dalip]

Keeping it in family....Tudor heritage...or big block chrono?

There is one for sale in the fs section.

[Tunacan26]

Heritage. Black.