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baamvino · 12 November 2018, 01:17 AM

Hi all, I currently have two watches, and looking to add one more to complete my collection. My current collentions are -
1. 116520 Daytona White dial
2. 14060 No Date Sub two-liner

And here are few candidates I am considering -
1. 114270 Explorer 1 36mm
2. IW3253 IWC Mark XV
3. Omega Speedmaster ‘First Omega In Space’

I don’t usually wear suits, and prefer small size watches as I have relatively thin wrist. That’s why I only prefer watches under 40mm. Personally, they give you a classic look too.

So, which one do you guys think is the best to be my third watch?

ltmgeller · 12 November 2018, 01:26 AM

Being biased towards Rolex I’d say the explorer. Happy hunting.

Dr. Robert · 12 November 2018, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ltmgeller

Being biased towards Rolex I’d say the explorer. Happy hunting.

I concur

Noah860 · 12 November 2018, 01:38 AM

Personally I think the IWC will round your collection nicely. Plus they wear amazing in dress and casual.

AK797 · 12 November 2018, 01:40 AM

Omega PO at 39.5mm.

jps3b · 12 November 2018, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Omega PO at 39.5mm.

I agree 100%

ROLEXster · 12 November 2018, 01:40 AM

You already have land & sea.
Get Batman / Pepsi.

JayHantz · 12 November 2018, 01:54 AM

Based on your list I vote the Explorer.

But I agree a GMT would be a great addition. I know it’s 41mm, but have you ever thought about the Tudor GMT on the NATO? I think it wears small, you have the “vintage” look but a new in house movement with a great power reserve. I think it would be worth considering.

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Rags · 12 November 2018, 01:55 AM

I'd go with the 39mm Explorer or OP in black.

playmore009 · 12 November 2018, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Rags

I'd go with the 39mm Explorer or OP in black.

Agree on the explorer. I would suggest you try the 39mm explorer I as it would be quite trio. It wears smaller than most because it is so sleek. I tried it on yesterday and had just enough will power to not pull the trigger.

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JR16 · 12 November 2018, 01:58 AM

I would go with something that has a date to round out your 3. BLNR or BLRO, or if you want something that wears smaller, a 16710. For date only, a datejust would fit in well.

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arguetaoscar · 12 November 2018, 02:18 AM

Not in your list, but I would go for a DateJust 36mm, classic, date function and a bit dressier than your current 2.

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zjd168 · 12 November 2018, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by arguetaoscar

Not in your list, but I would go for a DateJust 36mm, classic, date function and a bit dressier than your current 2.

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This. Or exp in your list

FinWatch · 12 November 2018, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by baamvino

Hi all, I currently have two watches, and looking to add one more to complete my collection. My current collentions are -
1. 116520 Daytona White dial
2. 14060 No Date Sub two-liner

And here are few candidates I am considering -
1. 114270 Explorer 1 36mm
2. IW3253 IWC Mark XV
3. Omega Speedmaster ‘First Omega In Space’

I don’t usually wear suits, and prefer small size watches as I have relatively thin wrist. That’s why I only prefer watches under 40mm. Personally, they give you a classic look too.

So, which one do you guys think is the best to be my third watch?

I would buy Omega Speedmaster! Some variety with great history into your collection. I recently found Omega into my collection and I’ve been reading about the Apollo-programs etc. Speedmaster is just incredible watch; the steel bracelet is IMO more comfortable than Rolex-bracelet. Totally different character when compared to Rolex-watches. Easy and stylish, not too loud (EXPENSIVE WATCH!!! LOOK AT ME!!); perfect time piece!!!
Fits very well with Rolex-watches.

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DLRIDES · 12 November 2018, 02:34 AM

Boot the white dial Daytona while they’re hot. Replace with a traditional Speedmaster and JLC Reverso. Move up to a Patek for #4, and then continue with other Rolex’s. This would give you four iconic brands/watches as a the perfect base collection.

Pauln · 12 November 2018, 02:34 AM

You have two great watches. Omega speedmaster with the hesalite is a classic. Of course that would give you two chronographs. But the Explorer 1 in 36mm is classic too. And for those occasions when you need to dress more formally would look great on a strap. I suggest you focus on one of those two.

Gotgolf52 · 12 November 2018, 02:40 AM

Rolex date complication and I also vote for BLNR air Pepsi

bp1000 · 12 November 2018, 03:16 AM

Omega

I’m wearing my FOIS today, have been all week actually

But the classic speedy pro with heselite on leather is probably my fav. I’d definitely consider that.

Judging by your collection the omega option would bring a fantastic balance and something for the dressier occasions

kneedeep · 12 November 2018, 03:20 AM

DateJust or a GMT.

SLS · 12 November 2018, 03:23 AM

I like the history of the speedmaster as well, but I find myself choosing other watches when I go to the watchbox. Never been a huge fan of the Exp, so I would opt for the IWC.

Gerardus · 12 November 2018, 03:25 AM

EXI would be my choice (39mm)

Bimmy · 12 November 2018, 03:33 AM

You’ve got the Daytona, so adding the speedmaster seems a bit redundant in a 3 watch collection. I am tempted to say IWC as I think it’ll look best on leather of all your watches and considerations, but probably would just go with the explorer

sla07 · 12 November 2018, 03:45 AM

Diversify a little. You already have a couple nice rolex’s, why not consider the other two at this point? Also, I thought that omega was not an easy watch to find.

subprimero · 12 November 2018, 06:46 AM

Explorer I or a 16710.

jon_jon · 12 November 2018, 06:58 AM

All 3 options are great choices and all iconic watches on their own.

However this being a Rolex forum, you have to go with the Explorer.

sugarl4nd · 12 November 2018, 08:35 AM

16710 BLRO (Pepsi)

BradSomrak · 12 November 2018, 11:38 AM

I’d vote FOIS. That’s a great watch, and would add some good diversity IMO.

luvsub · 12 November 2018, 02:46 PM

Between these three, explorer. I may add a gmt, 5 or 6 digits SS.

12 November 2018, 01:17 AM	#1
baamvino "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: US Posts: 319	Help needed - My third watch! Hi all, I currently have two watches, and looking to add one more to complete my collection. My current collentions are - 1. 116520 Daytona White dial 2. 14060 No Date Sub two-liner And here are few candidates I am considering - 1. 114270 Explorer 1 36mm 2. IW3253 IWC Mark XV 3. Omega Speedmaster ‘First Omega In Space’ I don’t usually wear suits, and prefer small size watches as I have relatively thin wrist. That’s why I only prefer watches under 40mm. Personally, they give you a classic look too. So, which one do you guys think is the best to be my third watch?

12 November 2018, 01:26 AM	#2
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,574	Being biased towards Rolex I’d say the explorer. Happy hunting. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

12 November 2018, 01:55 AM	#9
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	I'd go with the 39mm Explorer or OP in black. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

12 November 2018, 02:34 AM	#15
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,672	Boot the white dial Daytona while they’re hot. Replace with a traditional Speedmaster and JLC Reverso. Move up to a Patek for #4, and then continue with other Rolex’s. This would give you four iconic brands/watches as a the perfect base collection. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

12 November 2018, 03:20 AM	#19
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	DateJust or a GMT. __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018

12 November 2018, 01:38 AM	#4
Noah860 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: New England Posts: 246	Personally I think the IWC will round your collection nicely. Plus they wear amazing in dress and casual.

12 November 2018, 01:40 AM	#5
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Omega PO at 39.5mm.

12 November 2018, 01:40 AM	#7
ROLEXster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: is on BS wait list Posts: 990	You already have land & sea. Get Batman / Pepsi.

12 November 2018, 01:54 AM	#8
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	Based on your list I vote the Explorer. But I agree a GMT would be a great addition. I know it’s 41mm, but have you ever thought about the Tudor GMT on the NATO? I think it wears small, you have the “vintage” look but a new in house movement with a great power reserve. I think it would be worth considering. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 November 2018, 01:58 AM	#11
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,253	I would go with something that has a date to round out your 3. BLNR or BLRO, or if you want something that wears smaller, a 16710. For date only, a datejust would fit in well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

12 November 2018, 02:18 AM	#12
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	Not in your list, but I would go for a DateJust 36mm, classic, date function and a bit dressier than your current 2. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 November 2018, 02:34 AM	#16
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	You have two great watches. Omega speedmaster with the hesalite is a classic. Of course that would give you two chronographs. But the Explorer 1 in 36mm is classic too. And for those occasions when you need to dress more formally would look great on a strap. I suggest you focus on one of those two.

12 November 2018, 02:40 AM	#17
Gotgolf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Paradise Island Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 999	Rolex date complication and I also vote for BLNR air Pepsi

12 November 2018, 03:16 AM	#18
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,973	Omega I’m wearing my FOIS today, have been all week actually But the classic speedy pro with heselite on leather is probably my fav. I’d definitely consider that. Judging by your collection the omega option would bring a fantastic balance and something for the dressier occasions

12 November 2018, 03:23 AM	#20
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	I like the history of the speedmaster as well, but I find myself choosing other watches when I go to the watchbox. Never been a huge fan of the Exp, so I would opt for the IWC. __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

12 November 2018, 03:25 AM	#21
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	EXI would be my choice (39mm) __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

12 November 2018, 03:33 AM	#22
Bimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: California Posts: 15	You’ve got the Daytona, so adding the speedmaster seems a bit redundant in a 3 watch collection. I am tempted to say IWC as I think it’ll look best on leather of all your watches and considerations, but probably would just go with the explorer

12 November 2018, 03:45 AM	#23
sla07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Seattle Posts: 62	Diversify a little. You already have a couple nice rolex’s, why not consider the other two at this point? Also, I thought that omega was not an easy watch to find.

12 November 2018, 06:46 AM	#24
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	Explorer I or a 16710.

12 November 2018, 06:58 AM	#25
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,350	All 3 options are great choices and all iconic watches on their own. However this being a Rolex forum, you have to go with the Explorer.

12 November 2018, 08:35 AM	#26
sugarl4nd "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 67	16710 BLRO (Pepsi)

12 November 2018, 11:38 AM	#27
BradSomrak "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Brad Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Posts: 567	I’d vote FOIS. That’s a great watch, and would add some good diversity IMO.

12 November 2018, 02:46 PM	#28
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,222	Between these three, explorer. I may add a gmt, 5 or 6 digits SS.

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