Casual white gold bracelet watch
I’ve had a desire to buy a white gold casual watch with a bracelet. I want it to wear daily.
My collection consists of Lange Chronograph, Lange Saxonia, JLC ultra thin, AP Jumbo 15202, and VPC (new small brand).
After diving into the market I found that Rolex GMT Pepsi meteorite ref 126719blro is maybe the best choice. I don’t consider watches like the amazing PP Nautilus as they unfortunately are sold with heavy mark-ups.
Never had a Rolex, so my thoughts are a bit amateur on this subject. Here is what I think about Rolex GMT Pepsi meteorite.
Good
+ iconic
+ robust
+ cool dial and bezel (make you smile)
+ not too flashy
+ bracelet is adjustable
Things to consider
- everyone has a Rolex and it is very recognisable
- after owning Lange/AP/JLC that are made with great attention to movement and case finishing Rolex may be a downgrade as it feels like a tool than a meticulously crafted watch
- bracelet is just OK, it could be more comfortable
- really heavy (didn’t have experience with heavy watches)
Could you share your experience and thoughts? Maybe I shall ditch the idea of owning a white gold bracelet watch (no matter what brand) and get smth else? I made a list of the watches I own and the watches I find attractive. All in one picture to have a better look.
Hope all of you have a great weekend😀
I have a soft spot for these as well.
As you seem to like squeleton watches, let me add one other option.
One of the best Overseas out there, with its ultrathin case and the PC calendar.
Welcome to the forum, ShowTime!
This is super cool. It is on the list (option with the solid dial).
Here are some WG Alternatives
These are cool, specially the Patek GMT. But I gravitate towards more casual/sport attire.
You already own a casual white gold (or SS) timepiece, the one at the top right in your photo.
Hope to buy smth like the Freak or a Star Wheel
Rolex GMT II with meteorite dial is a very handsome watch, I would go if I had the option with the VC PC.
Maybe consider a white gold Daytona.
Welcome to WatchProSite! I’m biased in this case. I would suggest an alternative to white gold . . .
This watch is a gem. Unfortunately I can’t try it on before buying.
The two which caught all my attention are the Meteorite GMT MASTER and the GP Laureato Skeleton.
I am in a similar proces but
Strap and yellow gold like your JLC, and it’s on my short.
Geophysic, ultra thin, memovox, grand reveil etc.
The serious candidates, 40,5mm AP Huitère
BM 10597 titanium plus AU750
Longines Record
Vulcain Cricket
Chopard Classic 161278-0001
And the Rolex models creating the very same situation you discribes.
For a few decades i followed some, same as i follow for 6 years the Breguet Marines with blue details and the whole silver guilloche models.
Tried the Breguet marine - didn’t impress me as the bracelet wasn’t long enough
era 2010-2015
Not now that i put the best size on my wrist.
So for me it is clear, 39mm case size the perfect fit. It is as you know also on the rubber swim proof strap.
