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Generally not a fan of the over-styled Overseas line...
I have always felt the Overseas line...gen 1, 2 and 3, is over-styled, with a much too heavy reliance on the Maltese Cross motif (mostly with respect to the bezel).
Gen 1 looks antiquated and much too 70s to my eyes (but I generally don't like 70s styles anyhow).
Gen 2 is the best, and I confess some appreciation for at least one model in this generation, in particular, the big date Chrono (semi large date at 12:00 o'clock).
Gen 3...the bracelet looks great and seems extremely well made and comfortable, but the bezel is atrocious and I don't appreciate the case, which is further along the spectrum toward a tonneau style. And the date window and date fonts, especially at the asking price, seem like weak afterthoughts. I also find the overall pricing very aspirational.
I don't think any of the Overseas line watches will age well.
That said, I don't have my finger on the pulse of the look-at-me Instagram watch market (now captured by Patek and AP sports watches and Rolexes of all varieties, as well as RM, etc.), so I don't have any reliable prediction of whether the Overseas will become a similar hit (but my sense is that it won't).
Cheers,
John
Will these be the new hot steel pieces
I must say both dials are very attractive And a side by side with my 15202 Oops now I have an itch ...
I think no ,I guess FPJ CB has the
The best chance 2b a superstar ! Will see what brings Basel.
Two great pieces.
The overseas is finally getting the recognition it deserves. As nice as the gen 3 is I still prefer my gen 2 74047. I like the textured dial more than the sunburst. I do like the fact that they dropped it 1mm and you can’t argue the sapphire caseback and ...
I got the black one and....
it's one of only two watches that ever got me a compliment by a non-watch-person. I think that the blue and black Versions have completely different characters. I didn't like the blue Version, but think the black one is fantastic. For others it's differen...
I've always liked them
And I believe that, given the good quality compared to many watches in high demand, they are hugely under rated. Honestly, I would buy one instead of paying a premium on a Submariner, be it a Hulk, or a Sea Dweller. They put the owner in a distinctive are...
Personally I've just never seen the Overseas design as appealing.
However it is not easy to know if this view is heavily biased by everything else I see and read about the other two (RO and Nautilus) and the general preference among the collector community for those over the Overseas or if I'm truely not attracted by th...
I think the gen 3 is fantastic
The chronograph in particular. Beautifully finished and very comfortable on the wrist. Given the in-house movement I think I'd choose it over the ROC.
I am absolutely in love with my blue Overseas.
One of the greats of my collection, and one of the most used ones. In fact, I am wearing it as Itype this.
Mo the comp has to be 15400 to be fair. I have passed on this VCO piece so a many times - the bracelet and mvmt is more than a win but the bezel is downright deal-breaker for me. Then...
...there is the deep inset cutout date window - why not give it a dimension to compensate for that deep set date wheel. I swear that datewheel looks crooked everytime I see it. Luv the dimensionality on your jumbo date window btw. ...
The third generation had to grow on me as I didn’t like it the first time.
I find the Royal Oak 15202 slightly more appealing. However I‘m someone who stays away from hype and lot liked designs, thus I can focus more on actual watchmaking, which is where the Overseas excels at in comparison to it‘s contenders. To answer you ques...
Generally not a fan of the over-styled Overseas line...
I have always felt the Overseas line...gen 1, 2 and 3, is over-styled, with a much too heavy reliance on the Maltese Cross motif (mostly with respect to the bezel). Gen 1 looks antiquated and much too 70s to my eyes (but I generally don't like 70s styles ...
VC is simply the best
I love their bracelets. Best design in the industry in my opinion. The royal oak although nice pulls hair and is sharp on the inside. At least for me.
Ive been reading and watching reviews of the Gen3..
Both the 3 hander and the GMT model for the past couple of weeks. I'm not sure what drove me to these reviews. I'm checking myself if I'm just generally ticked off about not even being able to "dream" of getting a sports Rolex given the current supply / A...
Winners
I am a big big fan of the Overseas 3 I realize many many collectors prefer the AP but somehow that watch never convinced me. Some of you replied that the Overseas is “over designed”, well I beg to differ and would call the Nautilus over designed I’ve got ...
My son
I’m considering buying the Overseas 3 time only for my son as well. The alternative is a Rolex Explorer (the latest one 39 mm) he is turning 30 soon Your advice?
Pulled the trigger
Bought my son the Explorer. It’s a great watch. He wear it everywhere and it’s virtually indestructible.
Bracelet
The Gen3 bracelet is extremely comfortable. It doesn’t “catch” the hairs on your arm. Plus it has two hidden extensions. On a warm day when your arm is bit thicker the two elements close to the buckle can extend a little bit. Very comfy Plus it comes with...
They will not
Nice watches of course, but no VC will ever be (historically, last 20 years?) the new hot anything. Love VC certain models, certain iterations, etc. But hot? Sadly just the opposite, esp resale. If these are your watches--or watch-- I mean nothing against...
Could be
let’s not forget that most of the “hot” watches (Royal Oak, Dayto, Aquanaut, etc...) were not selling so well at launch... Gen 2 is definitely hot for me! Love gen 3 but they should have kept it under 15K$ IMHO. ...
