whitestripes Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Hi guys, We all know about the huge supply of 7750 based reps (thank god for the spacing) and the nice dive watches out there, but how many true dress watches are repped? I'm trying to round out my collection and need a dress watch. In my book, a dress watch is: On a leather strap (but can also come with bracelet) 35-39mm diameter White dial (or close, like cream) No complications, but a date would be ok Center seconds or subdial at 6 (love the look) Very thin (important!)--like <12mm You guys know what I mean--a minimalist, nice looking dress watch that can be worn under a suit. Perhaps something a banker would wear? I like the Omega Aqua Terra, but it's on the border between a sports watch/dress watch. I'd like something that unequivocally says "Dress Watch." Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
involt Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Vacheron Constantin Patrimony silver dial? Beautiful watch, but bad rep... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue_sphere Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Homer's Tourbillion... /end thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Patek Calatrava, Longines Grand Classique, Piaget Altiplano Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard lawton Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Hi This One 34mm dia rose gold JL 8mm thick Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ammandel Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra, theres a number of colours - all pretty amazing.. This one's my favourite: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLudlowe Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Does it have to be round? I was thinking Cartier Santos 100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corgi Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Flying tourbillon gets my vote. Really classy 100%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Glashutte SS. How can it only cost 118USD I hear you ask....I asked myself the same thing hen i opened it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustybrand Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Why bother with a rep for a dress watch (unless your tastes run to Patek)? Things like this are available for a reasonable price. 35mm on a camel skin band. Circa 1979 iirc. Someday soon I'll pull the back off again to check the movement serial and date it properly. Jeez, that was weird. Photobucket attached the wrong image twice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Can a chronograph watch be a "pure dress watch"? I don't know. But anyway... this is my favorite: 1911 Chronograph modulor, full gold. Unfortunately this is not a rep... unfortunately it's not mine, either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docdoc Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 IWC 7 days. Even with the flaws of the rep it is a nice watch to wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polynomial Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 How about Timex? Even better, Casio G-Shock (does not break down when you run through window glass or fall down the stars). He asked for a watch a banker would wear, well these days it would not be a Patek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbieG Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Vacheron Malte Chronograph. Very accurate. Great movement. Perfect - for the price that is. 39-41MM depending on how you measure it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestripes Posted February 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Why bother with a rep for a dress watch (unless your tastes run to Patek)? Things like this are available for a reasonable price. 35mm on a camel skin band. Circa 1979 iirc. Someday soon I'll pull the back off again to check the movement serial and date it properly. Jeez, that was weird. Photobucket attached the wrong image twice. How much did you get that for? I love the vintage Omegas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestripes Posted February 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Glashutte SS. How can it only cost 118USD I hear you ask....I asked myself the same thing hen i opened it up Man, that hits all the points I desire, but 42mm in a white dial with such a thin bezel is a bit too big. My ideal watch size (sporty or otherwise) is ~40mm (don't have monster wrists). I have an Omega Speedmaster Date coming in, as well as the 42mm Asian Narikaa PO. But a dress watch I'd like <39mm. Man, I still love the way it looks, though! (might still get it ) Do you have any pics of the Glashutte Senator against other watches? I want to get an idea for how it wears on the wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironmarshal Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Agree that Homer's Flying Tourby is a great option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubu Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Try the Piaget Emperador. classy and around $100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustybrand Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 How much did you get that for? I love the vintage Omegas. I paid $700CDN from the original owner, who works in the trade. It has been immaculately cared for - my finger smudges aside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotoman Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 why is this thread still going? homer's tourbillon not only the best dress watch, also the best $500 watch on the planet bar none!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertieng Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Go for the PP 3919. All time classic. Simple and elegant. But pity do not see a good rep since EL's version is gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 (edited) Go for the PP 3919. All time classic. Simple and elegant. But pity do not see a good rep since EL's version is gone. +1 that's why I ended up getting the Longines Grand Classique, a distant second and a "settle" version of the 3919. AR and VC put out some really good dress reps. I might think of getting one or both reps soon. Edited February 20, 2009 by If you see Kay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestripes Posted February 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Can I see some pics of the Grand Classique rep? Trusty's got the classique, but not "grand" classique... The way the head connects to the bracelet is too weird for me. I like regular lugs. On a non-rep note, check out this Nomos-like watch from Chinese cheap watch maker Herc: It's cheap, but it looks so good! Forgot to mention it's out of stock. I emailed their service rep, they said they reordered. It's only like $60. Cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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