TeeJay Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 This is for my 'official' wedding in February. I'm going to order a specific watch, as well as duplicates for my best men. We're all going to be wearing black suits, white shirts, and red ties (Agent 47-style ) The options are: Panerai 114 on SS Bracelet, or, Patek Philippe Nautilus (blue) on SS Bracelet. It's going to be either one of those two watches, but nothing else, and I don't want other suggestions. At the moment, I'm leaning more towards the 114, as PAMs are what I feel more comfortable with, but, I'm wondering if the PP might be that little bit more elegant for the event... Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 If you are going for a 'proper' wedding watch, then small, simple & elegant are the guidelines. If the selection is limited to the 2 you listed, only the Patek even comes close. But I think a Patek Calatrava, VC Patrimony, Rolex Datejust or plain 3-hand Jaeger would be much better choices. The center of attention at your wedding should be you & your bride, not the watches on your wrists. Trust me on this. Oh & congrads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ztech Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 First, congrats on the upcoming wedding TJ! I'd really go with the Patek with a tux. I think it'd be the more stylish combo of the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 This is for my 'official' wedding in February. I'm going to order a specific watch, as well as duplicates for my best men. We're all going to be wearing black suits, white shirts, and red ties (Agent 47-style ) The options are: Panerai 114 on SS Bracelet, or, Patek Philippe Nautilus (blue) on SS Bracelet. It's going to be either one of those two watches, but nothing else, and I don't want other suggestions. At the moment, I'm leaning more towards the 114, as PAMs are what I feel more comfortable with, but, I'm wondering if the PP might be that little bit more elegant for the event... Thanks in advance TJ! Congrats my friend! If your going for the PP Nautilus in Blue, let me know, I'll loan you mine! Cheers, Mate Hike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takashi Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 I will pick Patek for such an occasion too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonSlayer Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 Patek hands down I own one and without a doubt its the best timepiece I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mentalist Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 Go with whatever you are comfortable with. It's your day, you make the rules. A watch should be any expression of you, not a result of the rules that other people seem to think is 'correct'. Where is it set in stone what is or isn't a 'wedding' watch? Go with the PAM if that's what you prefer. Style should be effortless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alextor Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 ...The center of attention at your wedding should be you & your bride, not the watches on your wrists. Trust me on this. Actually...it is all about the bride.. .(the pictures, the gown, the pictures, the gown, the ring, her beauty, the pictures, the nuptial march, the entrance...the pictures... ) The groom? nope...there is even a 'best' man...and that is not him...so I say...make it more like your day and buy yourself a gen (Rolex datejust comes to mind...not to break the bank), a couple of nice reps for your buddies, a bottle of Balvenie 21 double wood, some cuban cigars and enjoy your day too...you have to be as well! That's what I'd do...!!! Cheers and congratulations Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonSlayer Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 To echo what others are saying, the watch doesn't make the wedding. Wear whatever you're comfortable with and what you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spikey Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 Well, a GENUINE would work better.... true feelings and all There was a guy that needed help picking up a gen on some forum - the bride ended up giving him a 3500 gen in exchange for the ring. I thought that was fair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmg Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Congrats TJ! I'm with Freddy; simple, elegant for a wedding -less is more. The PP would be my vote with your given choices. I wore a very old pocket watch going down the isle and come to think of it I don't think I glanced at it once. Time really flies on that day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Having just got my hands on a white pam, thats the one that gets my vote. But to echo others, time is the last thing to concern yourself with on the big day ST4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carl Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Patek, of course. Simple and elegant. A Calatrava is what I would choose for myself and my friends. But I am already happily married for many years so don't listen to me. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest roscoad Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Wear a Patek Philippe, you will understand what long-lasting is not love, not the diamond, but time. Love is as the same as Patek Philippe,can be long and mellow.Be loved, cherished, understanded, careed, are those who own the Patek philippe can feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guanaco Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Congrats on the wedding! Nothing says elegance like Patek Philippe, I'd personally go for the Nautilus [burnt Blue] non MBW version. But if you're looking for something else this Vacheron Constantine wins! : For $108 it's not bad at all! The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak in blue is really beautiful and it's small enough to wear with a Tuxedo [also available in white, black, TT, FG] and it's very elegant: If you're going Rolex get a Day-Date, they're very elegant and just perfect for the occasion, I personally think this one will suit you perfectly, clean and elegant stick markers in white MOP: http://www.trustytime88.com/index.php?main...roducts_id=1491 And last but not least, the gorgeous Vacheron Constantin Overseas: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emuozz Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Nautilus!!, but I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guanaco Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Panerai IMHO is too sporty to be a formal/dress watch, with the exception of the Gold Radiomir. Also sorry, hadn't read about you not wanting any other suggestions, lol. So sticking to your plan, Nautilus all the way! Later you can say that you wore a Patek on your wedding, now someone tell me that that doesn't sound right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmt Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 First, big congrats.... have a great time. Now for the watches, I'd say the PP for sure... Panerai do not fit under shirt sleeves well... and attract too much attention... you will pay for it forever... let her have the attention... trust us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ta8088 Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Congrats on the upcoming wedding. My vote would be for the Patek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abat Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Of the two the Patek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobs1971 Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 The last pic is the best wristshot ever! Chronsell, we miss you....... @TJ: for symbolic reasons I would choose the PP. But I know deep in your heart you're a PAM guy Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capice Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 congrats on your wedding m8, I think the clothing will determine which watch to wear... If you are going to wear a black suit , a blue watch just wouldn't do it...I would choose the Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellomen Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Congrats TJ !! ...and choose whatever watch you're comfortable with PS. but the tourby in gold that Homer posted (Cronsell on his wedding) is mighty fine for such an occasion as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Wow! Beautiful and perfect for the occasion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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