Hello lovely people. I need your recommendation. I have decided to reward myself for my accomplishments (paying student loans, supporting parents, past promo’s etc) by buying my 1st luxury watch on my 30th this year. Budget 10-12k.

What would you recommend me to get? I was thinking a two tone Datejust or a pair like (omega/Cartier/JJL)

Really excited to hear your recs! Thank you! 😊

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Speedy always a good choice as first watch

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Thanks M1. How should one even choose? Should I just walk in a store and buy the one I like or hunt for used models on places like crown and caliber?

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Check out a ton of different brands in person and when you’re done get a Grand Seiko.
That is what I did and for me the Grand Seikos were the watch that I most reliably said “wow” to when seeing in the metal and handling. I like a lot of different watches, luxury and Microbrand, but when I’d browse stores or friends collections I’d always come back to Grand Seiko.
I think more and more people are coming to the same conclusions because the new models and LEs are becoming difficult to get. The popular LEs are trading at significant markups secondhand (check out listings for the SBGH267/269 for instance) and I am hoping the same happens with this watch (though I love it and don’t want to sell).

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D1, I hope he doesn’t! I’d love to be able to afford one someday haha...

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I would try them all on and see which one ‘speaks’ to you. It’s most likely going to be an ongoing hobby, so I’d pick something more versatile than TT DJ.

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This makes sense. I think the TT DJ can wait and I can start small. I definitely want to educate myself more and build a 7-8 watch collection.

Definitely go try on a bunch, and don’t be swayed by the sales person.

I like to recommend a robust, versatile watch for a first luxury piece. Something automatic, stainless steel, at least 50M water resistance, and with a bracelet.

What size is your wrist? That’ll be a big factor on what to recommend.

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Haha fair enough D3. Thank you!

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Cartier santos. You can easily switch between bracelet or strap so it’s very versatile

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Thanks M2 I like the Santos. I might make it my third or fourth piece! 😋

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Good for you, and congrats.
I don’t think you’ll ever regret a Rolex, Cartier, or JLC.
Rolex is obviously a challenge to get your hands on, but ignoring that for recos, I love the ND Sub, Explorer 1, and Sea-Dweller 43. The SD43 shouldn’t be too long of a wait.

At Cartier I think the Tank Americaine is the way to go. The santos is also a classic that’s only going to get harder to get. They seem to be appreciating.

At JLC, the move is the Reverso or Master.

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Great recommendations. Thank you! I love the Tank Solo and JLC reverso. Might end up getting one of each

Omega Seamaster /or Speedy would be my top picks for a first lux watch. Versatile, durable, robust movements, good proportions, lots of great dial colors/variations and very good value for money. You get get them both for <12k from an AD with no wait time

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Consider a Cartier tank :) very smart - can be dressed up or down plus v v timeless.

Out of the two - I would go with a datejust

Haha will do C1!

Great recommendations!! Thank you all!! A lot to think and process here. Haha I will return here to ask for tips on “where and how to buy” once I have made up my mind.

Explorer II 16570!

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