djrwood Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Still toying with getting a luxury watch, the sort I can wear regularly but also one that won’t lose a shed load of money. Hence the question..... i really fancy an omega speed master moon watch but it’s not that much more money to buy an entry level type Rolex, oyster perpetual or maybe an air king. Which do you think will be best at holding value on the long run? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnytheboy Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 I think the Rolex holds its value better, something like a Rolex explorer, they are impossible to find new this the secondhand price holds up well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparticle Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Personally I like both but probably an Omega.. I think the Rolex market is washed with all of the 'cheaper' watches that they sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prem1234 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Rolex submariner date black face all day long for me 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Buy a well looked after second hand one and it’ll hold its money hopefully. Omega sea masters are lovely. I really like the Rolex Submariner Hulk or Kermit but don’t like the price tags 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Am I the only one who wonders why people spend so much on a watch Dont get me wrong I know it’s each to his own but can someone try and sell it to me. Please . My watch cost £12 😀 and I love it as my good lady bought it me for Xmas as it’s connected to my phone texts . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 30 minutes ago, team tractor said: Am I the only one who wonders why people spend so much on a watch Dont get me wrong I know it’s each to his own but can someone try and sell it to me. Please . My watch cost £12 😀 and I love it as my good lady bought it me for Xmas as it’s connected to my phone texts . What gun do you shoot ?😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 5 minutes ago, Old farrier said: What gun do you shoot ?😊 Howa , cz, Brno . They shoot better than me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ph5172 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 (edited) I think a watch (or a pen) for a gentleman is like a set of diamond earrings or necklace for a lady, normally gifted on a milestone - seems to be the big old 40. Edited to add I have a ‘nice’ watch but it’s not a Rolex or omega I used to save it for best but the good lady moaned I never wore it normally. First outing clouted the face on a wall and put a deep scratch in it. Hey ho!! Edited February 20, 2019 by ph5172 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 17 minutes ago, team tractor said: Howa , cz, Brno . They shoot better than me A ford mondeo and a merc will both drive you to work, but sometimes it’s nice to appareciate the nice work that’s gonr into something? 🤷♂️ And if you’ve got money to spare, there’s worse things to blow the money on, especially if it holds value. Better than sat in the bank depreciating year on year, if you buy something else could go up every year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsalmons Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 Had an Omega seamaster but the clasp failed. I'd had the watch for a year - took it to the jeweller to replace it but Omega refused to do it under warranty saying it was 'wear and tear'! The jeweller was so shocked with a 'reputable' company he later offered a part ex on the Omega. In the end I chopped in the Omega for a Rolex Submariner and never looked back. Wear it every day no matter what and it's been perfect Watch goes up in value each year for insurance purposes. Just factor in a 10% value for a genuine service every 5-7 years tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 18 minutes ago, Lloyd90 said: A ford mondeo and a merc will both drive you to work, but sometimes it’s nice to appareciate the nice work that’s gonr into something? 🤷♂️ And if you’ve got money to spare, there’s worse things to blow the money on, especially if it holds value. Better than sat in the bank depreciating year on year, if you buy something else could go up every year. I get that I really do but doesn’t it tell the time just the same. I spend a little more on a van than most as I get comfort , nice extras , better ride, it’s fast. I see something for my money and get more than a cheap van. I spend all day in it and it earns me my wages. My mate has four Rolex’s at over £10k in total . I’m lost on him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 1 minute ago, team tractor said: I get that I really do but doesn’t it tell the time just the same. I spend a little more on a van than most as I get comfort , nice extras , better ride, it’s fast. I see something for my money and get more than a cheap van. I spend all day in it and it earns me my wages. My mate has four Rolex’s at over £10k in total . I’m lost on him Not only the same... often worse!!! 🤣😂 All those moving parts, the watch can lose a few seconds here and there. A £10 casio will keep much better time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ph5172 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 I used to work with a guy who had an omega for a 40th present they finally made the last payment 3 years later. Madness Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 2 minutes ago, Lloyd90 said: Not only the same... often worse!!! 🤣😂 All those moving parts, the watch can lose a few seconds here and there. A £10 casio will keep much better time. I except it’s each to his own . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 (edited) Preowned rolex, sub, gmt, seadweller, and it will out perform the bank all day long, few omegas go up. Buy what takes your eye but if the money is a priority buy the rolex, my thinking is 114060 if its not a daily , if its for everyday get a date model Be mindful of the service costs, i have just had one done £700. thats for 8 years of use and its doubled in value Edited February 21, 2019 by Rupert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 I prefer Omega, I have had Rolex’s but I just like Omega as a brand better. At the moment I am wearing a Omega Plant Ocean that I love. When I do decide on a change I will buy secondhand from watchfinder or similar. I never lose any money on them. It’s the initial cost, once you have spend the money it’s easy to swap and change when you like with no real extra expense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris B123 Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 If these watches go up in value every year, why do the companies sell them, why not sell them next year for more😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
das Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 Tag Heuer Aquaracer, lots of cred, brilliant timekeeper, no stupid service prices and a lot cheaper than a Rolex or Omega. I had a Rolex GMT Master years ago and wasn't impressed with the timekeeping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonno243 Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 If you are talking about holding value as an investment then it has to be Rolex. As much as I love Omega, and indeed a Seamaster is my "everyday" wear, I have found over the years that nothing performs (in financial terms) like a Rolex. To date I have never lost any money on one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 12 minutes ago, Chris B. said: If these watches go up in value every year, why do the companies sell them, why not sell them next year for more😂 That made me laugh until I realised that it would cost more to replace the stock. Seiko all day long and a Benson watch and fob for "best". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzicat Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 11 hours ago, team tractor said: Am I the only one who wonders why people spend so much on a watch Dont get me wrong I know it’s each to his own but can someone try and sell it to me. Please . My watch cost £12 😀 and I love it as my good lady bought it me for Xmas as it’s connected to my phone texts . A Baikal will kill partridges,a halfords "Snap off" socket set will loosen nuts,& an old nissan micra will get you from AtoB, just some people prefer an English sidelock, snap on tools & a better car ( self included) it,s human nature, I personally have never watched a football match, as i can,t seee the entertainment value, each to his own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krugerandsmith Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 12 hours ago, djrwood said: Still toying with getting a luxury watch, the sort I can wear regularly but also one that won’t lose a shed load of money. Hence the question..... i really fancy an omega speed master moon watch but it’s not that much more money to buy an entry level type Rolex, oyster perpetual or maybe an air king. Which do you think will be best at holding value on the long run? thanks Casio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickyh Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 8 hours ago, Rupert said: Preowned rolex, sub, gmt, seadweller, and it will out perform the bank all day long, few omegas go up. Buy what takes your eye but if the money is a priority buy the rolex, my thinking is 114060 if its not a daily , if its for everyday get a date model Be mindful of the service costs, i have just had one done £700. thats for 8 years of use and its doubled in value I bought my Seamaster for £900 six years ago. No box or papers. Fair enough the chap was stuck for cash. Last month in Southend a Jeweller offered me £1800 for it ! Cash, not a trade in. My savings account pays .05% No brainer really! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 7 hours ago, rimfire4969 said: I prefer Omega, I have had Rolex’s but I just like Omega as a brand better. At the moment I am wearing a Omega Plant Ocean that I love. When I do decide on a change I will buy secondhand from watchfinder or similar. I never lose any money on them. It’s the initial cost, once you have spend the money it’s easy to swap and change when you like with no real extra expense. How do you sell them though? Watch finder recently quoted me on a trade in and it was much less than I paid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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