NickO
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Funny, I went through this exact exercise a few years ago….
I wanted to treat my brother with a watch he’d never purchase for himself and, like your friend, I started off by putting together a slate of what I thought he’d like. But then I paused. I thought this is a big purchase and one that will not be repeated anytime soon, so it is important it’s a watch my brother is delighted with. So I brought him in on my plans. Not to get too sentimental, but it was a very touching moment. I told him how much I loved him, how proud of him I was and how much I wanted him to have a wonderful watch of his choice. We could have a lot of fun shopping for it together and it was something that would bond us for life, whose credit card was used was of little consequence. So that’s what we did. And I’m so glad! Because what my brother chose for himself was VERY different than the slate I’d put together for him. And he chose a great piece for himself and wears it every day. So my counsel to your friend is give some thought into bringing his brother into the picture sooner rather than later and making the whole purchase a unique brotherly experience.
Your input is highly appreciated....!
A good friend of mine would like to purchase a watch for his brother. His brother cant afford it, but he is a bit of a watch afficionado. He would like purchase him a watch from - a reputable brand - with a rather classic and sporty look - the watch has t...
The brother probably already has some favorite brands of his? If so, it feels like that should be one of the first and most important considerations?
I like the Chronoscope you listed, although it does not seem to meet the requirement of having to be over CHF 12k. Perhaps consider the bronze gold variant of the same model (very cool IMO). The Master Control chronograph is another good one. Given the sp...
For something on the sportier side, for example the 70's Chronograph with steel bracelet; or the SeaQ Panorama Date, perhaps even in steel/gold (not normally a fan of two-tone, but here it works really well)
If looking for something on the more elegant side (but still with at least 50m WR and bracelet option), Senator Observer/Excellence lines might have something (or even the Pano line). Some other options that came to mind after the initial response, and we...
Laureato
Girard-Perregaux Laureato in 42mm, preferably with the blue dial. If your brother has small wrists like me, they also come in 38mm. ...
This one is possible.
In the secondary market. The bracelet is very comfortable too. ...
Good to know. For me it would be the memovox. Clearly because of the memovox history and versatility of the watch. This could be an only watch you dont have to take it off in all occasions.
Maybe he can get it in germany and play the "tax free" card, pay the swiss tax of 7.7% and get around 10% 😋. I agree, its not an easy one, but one of MY favourites for sure.
The JLCs and Omega you mentioned are good choices.
If I did not know what he really likes, and going by your price range, I would guess he might like the following (they do not have a wait list where I'm from): Defy El Primero 21 in carbon case and titanium bracelet, IWC Big Pilot, GS PanoInverse, PAM0103...
How about a Fifty Fathoms in Titanium?
There’s both a blue and black dialed version, and can be had on a bracelet or strap. Hits all the boxes you mention from my point of view, Alberti. Congrats to your friend, his brother and to you for helping them out. Cheers, Alex
Thats a great sugestion. I will take it on the list.
Thank You very much. Would you have the references by chance ?
With pleasure!
And of course, don’t disregard the classic 5015 in steel either Have a great Sunday, Alex ...
Does it have to be water proof to some degree? Does it have to come with bracelet?
1. Omega Globemaster annual calendar 2. Rolex datejust two tone in 36 mm, white dial, with either smooth or fluted bezel, with either jubilee or oyster bracelet 3. IWC portugieser 4. Cartier Santos two tone medium or large 5. Jaeger le coultre Reverso in ...
I think, if he gets a watch, an expensive one, it should be one that he can wear on a daily basis and every activity. I would say with some waterproof degree and ideally with bracelet.
All cool suggestions from your side, especially Chopard surprised me The others i know to be very cool watches Merci
I'm really not familiar enough with Breguet to give you the best suggestion, but as a first watch I'd totally go for a "classic" of the brand....perhaps a Marine or a Classique, from what I understand of it?
We've seen the 5177 a lot here and it is gorgeous (date aside), but I have no idea if they still have it in current production. Some of their other enamel work is also impressive, though I doubt it runs below 17k.... But in that "mid-tier" range I would m...
VC
My understanding movement is made by Horlogere Valfleurier (Richemont) finished by VC. I personally like the blue dial on ss bracelet 56 model.
Really nice gesture! The range is very interesting, and there's of course a variety of mid-tier brands that offer product which is readily available (Breguet, JLC, Parmigiani, etc. etc.). As others have suggest though, why not a Bulgari??
Not sure about timelines, but an Octo Finissimo would be *amazing* in that range (or in any range! ;-) Again, the choice is broad, and the "research" itself of this piece could be fascinating... I'd definitely buy new from an AD/boutique though -- the who...
I love bvlgari. i've even considered buying the rose gold octofinissimo myselfe.... ! :)
Which Breguet? TYPE XXII 3880?
I’ll play 🙂 Vacheron Constantin 1942 triple calendar
Quick currency conversion would be slightly over 17k CHF but…full Geneva seal movement and case, wearable stainless steel and a lifetime of indémodable unpretentious class on his wrist. Maybe I should get one 🤔😂 ...
Maybe i should get one as well...
Look what i pictured a few weeks ago: What a nice piece! ...
Haha, the watch gods are giving signs 😂
My understanding is the red version has just been discontinued. I also like the blue but perhaps a new colour is coming 🤔
Funny, I went through this exact exercise a few years ago….
I wanted to treat my brother with a watch he’d never purchase for himself and, like your friend, I started off by putting together a slate of what I thought he’d like. But then I paused. I thought this is a big purchase and one that will not be repeated a...
Dear NickO
Thats great input. I d like to thank you here for sharing your story and giving some advise to me for sharing with my friend. i leave it up to him, how he wants to handle this, but i will definitely share your thoughts with him! Thank you so much. Let's a...
