Alright guys, I'm about to pull the trigger on what will soon be my only watch. I've previously owned several reps; a Panerai 177, Breitling 6.75, and a TT blue face Sub (not all @once, but they've come and gone over the course of the last couple years). As of right now I'm watchless, but aching to pool my funds and purchase a single (Gen) watch that will be appropriate both at the office, and when worn casually. My main concerns are build quality, visual appeal, reliability, longevity, and value retention. I have no qualms about (and will likely) purchase used. Watches I'm considering:
1. Breguet Marine Big Date; White face/blue hands, 39mm
2. Zenith Chronomaster XT Moon Phase; White face, 43mm
3. Breguet XXI; black face
4. Rolex Daytona; no specific color preference as of yet
5. PAM 072
6. IWC Big Pilot
I really enjoy the way each of these watches looks, however, Ive always been drawn to the more classic look of the Breguet and this particular Zenith. Does anyone have input on my purchase from the above mentioned standpoints? If it helps paint a picture of my personality: I'm 21, 6' 5" w/a large wrist, an engineering undergad soon-to-be law student, and I drive an E28 M5 (that I personally restored) by choice.
Thanks,
Craig