Simple Solution here. Sell one of your GMTs, buy the Reverso, bank the remaining cash…easy to justify a large purchase and doesn’t let the collection get out of hand

Hello sir, as a mid 50ier I went somehow the same route. When I was 30 I gravitated around the Breitling Navitimer. After a couple of years I found it to large heavy and bling bling. When I was 40 I gravitated around Rolex, I had about the same collection as you have now. I sold most of them. The regrets, yes, my explorer 1 and a 2 tone datejust on jubilé bracelet. Perhaps a strange decision but a refreshing one as I started to appreciate the vintage pieces I had in my collection from my father and grandfather. Gold JLC on a nice leather strap, A nice 18ctgold/SS Omega Constellation with "Pie Pan" dial. A vintage Tissot rectangular watch from the late 1930ies, in great condition, .... In our sartorial quest we all thrive to have the best.... To be honest when you go to a formal reception and when the conversation shifts to the chap wearing a 39mm Oyster and he explains you he have been waiting for 2.5 years to get one. Most are wearing probably a Rolex, genuine or fake. As gentlemen we are limited in the choice of our accoutrements compared to women. Do we have to standardise to one brand as a watch choice? A discrete well proportioned watch makes the difference. I never had so many compliments wearing my older Omega Constellation. Regarding the "Dolce Vita", from the pictures I have seen, the watch is fairly large and thick compared to the original siblings. The JLC Reverso is a classic, formal, discrete but just enough to show some flair. As are some other models from the brand.

My watch journey has been similar to yours, Ash. I always liked watches, but stayed in the affordable segment for decades. During the pandemic, that all changed with the purchase of a Tudor BB58, my first luxury watch. Then a Rolex Datejust, followed by a Rolex Submariner (green bezel), then a Rolex Explorer 124270 and a recently, a Rolex OP36 green dial. All from the same Rolex AD. My tastes have changed and I prefer the 36mm size now. It is a lifelong fun hobby, but it also gets rather expensive once you move up to the luxury segment. I love wearing my Rolexes, for all the same reasons you do. The Longines is a lovely dress watch. Cheers!

I do have in my collection, since many years JLC reverso small second. It is a masterpieces. It is in my opinion the best rectagular watch that money can buy. Ure class. Never forget JLC is a master watchmaker which supplied moviments also to Audemar and many other in the past

Im happy to see that you are expanding your collection to dress watches. For the Cartier on the medium size I’ll make an exception for the quartz. But the classic is the JLC recerai classico (that traditionally was a sport watch for play polo) is the super classic.

@sdb87149

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Imo the Tank medium is too small even on my 6.4” wrist. A large and XL fit well. The XL is auto and has a date. Maybe slightly less dress than the 2 hand no date L. L size gets manual mechanical movement in gold

I would kindly recommend the Cartier Santos Dumont. It is available not only in precious metal but as a mechanical movement. From a heritage perspective, it doesn’t get much better than wearing a watch named after the prolific aviator who wore the first men’s wrist watch delivered by Cartier himself as a tool for aviation.

Hi Ash, greetings from Germany! First and foremost sorry for my bad english. In my opinion the Reverso would suite you and your overall style perfectly! The Longines looks a bit too much like a business/jewelery piece and not someting you would wear on an elegant and formal diner. For me your DJ is your perfect "business dress watch" and your "real dresswatch" should be as elegant and as gentlemen like as possible. For me only the JLC and the Cartier ticks this box. But I don't like Quarz movements as well so I would try to go for the Reverso. Maybe you could sell one of your GMTs to get the deal done...

Ash, another wonderful video. My biggest fear of seriously entering the luxury watch arena is my lifelong history of continually losing pens, watches, and anything not 'attached at the hip' so to speak. As a bit of a test, I recently purchased a very nice pre-owned Longines to see if I could 'man up' and not lose it....

The Cartier Tank Must XL or Santos both in Steele and with the quick strap change from steel to leather. A two in one watch and you really can’t go wrong.

Stumbled across your video - loving your musings on your watches and your future possible purchases

Lovely video, really enjoyed hearing you enjoy your Rolex specifically

Great video Ash! As an option, I would also recommend the Cartier Tank Americaine in steel. A great looking watch for the money (in large or medium size) and I believe they also contain an automatic movement. It is one of my favs, along with a Reverso for a dress watch. Good luck with your search!

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Last December I bought 2 dress watches - Cartier Tank Must large & Lorier Zephyr. I don’t mind the Cartier being quartz as it’s super slim, there is no second hand & the movement is in house. Another thing is that you can play with swapping the strap to dress it up or make it more casual - options from companies like Delugs. The Lorier has a tonneau case shape, guilloché dial & is automatic: much cheaper than the Tank & is different

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Great video. I only have budget watches but I do enjoy watching your videos.

The Longines DolceVita Men's Black Leather Strap Watch was my first choice for a dress watch. However on my wrist it sat in the middle of a circle of untanned, Scottish blue-white skin, left from my 39mm circular daily watches, so I decided against it and went for an Oris 40mm leather strap dress watch instead which always attracts compliments when I wear it.

Great video Ash, I am not super into watches, but I have a couple of Lorus watches and two Casio Sapphire edifices , one solar and one quartz. I love wearing them and are very happy with them. I dont have any grail watch but might get a Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 someday. For me a watch is like a nice fragrance or a pocket square, it just puts the finishing touch to your morning Routine ..keep up the great uploads

The Oris Rectangular would be my pick. Love the art deco dial. Reminds me of vintage JLC Reversos.

Great video! Always enjoy watching and listening to your life experience. To me the Cartier tank is the ultimate dress watch that all others imitate. Just like all other sport/dive watches imitate the Rolex submariner. They have the Cartier tank XL in a automatic movement. Give that a try, you will never look back I assure you!

The Oris Rectangular is a lovely piece with various colour and strap options.

Love your vids. I have a few Rolex now and like you, seeing what comes up.

Fascinating journey, the white gold Roley was and is on my list. Just a little nuance here- and it's interesting to see how many comments reference the Reverso, my dress watch choice- it makes a big difference having the dress watch on a bracelet. I was lucky to find a Reverso duoface on its beads-of-rice-style bracelet and it feels considerably more special than on the strap (which I also have). Of course that's stainless, in gold it might be a bit much! Incredible watches.

On the Longines theme, my suggestion would be to look at the Evidenza. I have one in my collection and although it's not a daily wearer, when I do wear it, it does feel good on the wrist.

Good day Ash, Thank you for the insight into your collection history. And of course, if the Daytona doesn't give you anything, it's only logical to refrain from buying it. I think most people, if they had the opportunity to buy a Daytona through an AD, would take it and then sell it on the grey market. But it's great that you're giving others the chance to buy! The Longines Dolce Vita is a very tasteful watch with a lot of presence on the wrist. It always looks slim in photos, but on your wrist it cuts a fine figure. And the price is of course very friendly for a watch that you might only wear on certain occasions. I also like the Oris Rectangular, which looks very stylish and classic with the Art Deco elements. Only the leather strap should be exchanged for a higher quality one. The other day I tried on a Patek Philippe Gondolo at a second-hand dealer for fun. These are sometimes very beautiful models and, compared to the "hot" Pateks, they are still relatively „moderately“ priced on the second-hand market. But still more than I would like to spend on a dress watch. It's a pity that Rolex no longer has anything on offer here. In the past, there were some rectangular models in the Cellini line, but if I see it correctly, there is currently only the Cellini Moonphase. I'm already curious to see where your watch journey will take you! Best regards!

Great content! I feel i followed a similar path going from quartz field watches for my military career, and now branching out to luxury. I started with a Grand Seiko (SBGA 203), picked up a Black Bay 58 (.925), and shortly after the .925 got the call for my 36mm explorer. I’m trying to decide if next will be the sub or GMT. Thanks for the great content!

Dear Ash, I hear you. My Rolex journey has taken me 5 years and 4 watch purchases down my local AD when I finally was fortunate to get the SS white Daytona. In all truthfulness you won’t ever use the chrono on the Daytona for anything precise, I don’t even bother unscrewing the wind to use it. But the aesthetics of the watch on the wrist is just a beauty whenever I glance for the time. I also have the Pepsi like you, which I enjoy and trust me, if you get the chance to acquire a Daytona don’t let it pass by. In my personal taste and opinion, I enjoy the Rolex sports watches in stainless steel versions rather than a mix of gold/steel but to each his preference. As for dress watches you seek, they will be more attainable quantity and financially wise, a Daytona is indeed a rarity. I wish you well on the pursuit of your watch journey

Great video, I’m in a very similar camp as well so enjoyed hearing your take, I have explorer 36 and gmt, now looking for a dress watch. Cartier dumont has been on my radio as well as the reverse also! A nice touch with the Cartier is the quick release straps so can be quickly styled to different outfits.

@Catcatcat3210

Жыл бұрын

Longines was also beautiful, it looks an incredible piece for the price.

Morning Ash! Very exciting to hear your looking for a rectangle wristwatch. I love my JLC Reverso, and highly recommend it. I would also recommend the Hamilton American classic Boulton mechanical or Baume & Mercier Hampton Rectangular

@TheChapsGuide

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

Another great video! Cheers for sharing watch content :) I have also been bit by the same bug! Having both Seiko's and my trusty Rolex Explorer I, I have to say that each watch house impresses me in different ways. Rolex for similar reasons that you noted in your video, but Seiko for their ability to produce reliable, consistent, and prolific timepieces that are vertically 100% in-house and not just their movements as many Swiss brands are doing. Usually at a fraction of the price as well which is always a nice thing for me :) Just picked myself up a Grand Seiko recently and it is a whole other level of engineering, simple design, functionality, and craftsmanship that rivals any piece in my watch box currently. Can't wait to follow your watch journey as it continues to grow and evolve mate! Cheers :)

@sholemepstein

Жыл бұрын

I consider Grand Seiko superior to Rolex in many many ways. I own 2 Rolexs but no Grand Seikos, a situation I have every intention of correcting.

@albertmeursault

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@@sholemepstein I think that GS is my favorite brand right now! I am currently drooling over one of their gorgeous GMTs

Ash, going by everything you’ve talked about in this video I think if you bought the Longines you would still feel like something is missing. Don’t get me wrong they are great watches for the price point but you will end up comparing them to your Rolex’s. I am exactly where you are now, I have no idea which direction to go in now. Personally I feel you would be happier if you went with a pre-owned Reverso.

@sholemepstein

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I have 2 Rolexs and 2 Longines in my collection and love all four.

@ChrisJones-ki2bx

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I'm sorry but Rolex doesn't sell the best watches in the industry by far,. Sure people who don't know anything about watches think that Rolex are the best. Jlc as I'm sure you know are the watchmaker watch. Meaning that for many many years they made the movements for nearly all the Swiss companies, that isn't by accident,. Remember although Rolex are a very capable timepiece, they are overhyped and the treatment by the brand is terrible

@sholemepstein

Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisJones-ki2bx I could not agree more. In addition it was Zenith that made the first automatic movement for the Rolex Daytona, which is the reason I bought the Zenith Sports Chrono instead of the Daytona. Actually that is just one of the reasons. I love the idea of timing in 10th of seconds. Not to mention no waiting, walk into the Dealer and walk out with the watch, it's cheaper and not for nothin but the Zenith is a better watch.

@madeincyprus

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@@ChrisJones-ki2bx I agree, they are nowhere near the best in the industry. My love for them has nothing to do with the hype, mine started 20 years ago when I inherited my grandfathers day date from the 70’s. It still runs perfectly to this day. The reason I buy Rolex is because I’m fortunate enough to get them at retail due to a very good relationship with my AD, I think the retail prices are fair but totally agree that the grey market prices are ridiculous. If money was no object I would love to own a Patek, AP or Vacheron, unfortunately this will never be a possibility for me 🤷🏻‍♂️. I am after a JLC next as I agree they are incredible!

@wieg86

Жыл бұрын

Exactly what i was thinking.

After owning several Rolex, my next choice was a JLC reverso duo face. No regrets. The two faces, art deco design and being made by a truly top tier watchmaker ticks all the boxes for me. However, I do have small wrists, and I think if you have larger wrists I would try it on before buying, it might look out of place.

Hello Ash, firstly I really enjoyed this little discussion about your journey thus far and your future with regards to watches. Considering that you are warming up to the idea of a square/rectangular dress watch, you may want to consider one of the many Cartier Tank or Santos variations indeed. Though I must say, Reversos are definitely a step up in my opinion when compared to the Cartier pieces. It may also interest you to consider the Oris Rectangular which is a competitor to the Longines Dolce Vita and has a really lovely design also. Either way, I highly doubt you would regret those pieces, which ever you may pick.

Frédérique Constant - Classics Carrée , Oris - Rectangular, Baume et Mercier - Hampton, Albert Villa - Petite Seconde or blow it all on a Audemars Piguet - Edward Piquet. Personally I would look for a vintage piece since you won't be wearing it every day and that might tick another box along your journey. Best of luck and I hope you find a watch that you love.

With all of these videos launched in 2023 Ash you are giving us a treat in what otherwise would be a miserable time of year. How about an Oris Aquis in green dial, just the SW200 version. Or a Rado Captain Cook Ceramic? The Tudor BB Chronograph steel and gold is a stunner as well. Personally I love the regular BB two tone with champagne dial👍

Get the reverso duoface! Since you love GMTs, you can easily justify using the duoface as a GMT watch as well. Swap it onto a more casual calf skin/sail cloth strap and it's easily cohesive with casual outfits as well.

Longines all the way , beautiful watch 😊

Interesting journey. Mine has been :- Timex (a boy’s watch), Swatch (several), Rotary (a dress watch - I liked this one a lot), various Lorus and Casio digital watches, Seiko Kinetic, Seiko 5 (a tremendous watch - my ‘beater’ watch), Hamilton Khaki Mechanical (40th birthday - I still have this - and will keep it), Bulova Trident (sold), Seiko Chrono (sold), Orient Mako XL (which I still have, but may sell), a Chinese Rolex GMT homage (surprisingly good - but ultimately will be sold), then finally a Tudor Black Bay 36 (50th birthday)……..I’m satisfied for now - but would one day love a Rolex Explorer 36mm - I think it embodies everything I love in a tool watch. I also have my grandfather’s gold Trebex watch - which will be passed onto a younger family member soon.

Excellent video again. I'm kind of in the same position. I'm looking to buy my first luxury watch to celebrate a milestone birthday and wedding anniversary. The only rolex I like is the op and I've had an informal chat with my local rolex dealer (family owned) in Cardiff. They were very positive about helping me get an oyster perpetual 41 and told me make an appointment, but I don't want to waste my time if I'm going to be given the run around. I agree that cartier or longines are a good direction for you.

Hi Ash, I have a similar collection to yourself excluding the Root Beer. All purchased retail at the AD. I picked up my Pepsi GMT just a couple of weeks ago after a short wait and asked about a Daytona for my wife. I got the same answer which was it depends on which model you want. I can have a Yacht Master two tone rose and chocolate at anytime as a next purchase but not a steel Daytona yet.

I bought the seiko solar rectangular watch recently. Gold plated case , black leather strap , I love it , so comfortable. £159 , my first rectangular watch and I really like it as a dress watch .

@MisterKnightly

Жыл бұрын

Plus the wonderful thing about it is that it has very similar dimensions to the Cartier Tank. So I've been using one to see if I could pull off a Tank on my enormous wrists. Turns out, I can, and I love it.

@sholemepstein

Жыл бұрын

I have a friend with that watch, looks sharp.

@sanantoniotonight5569

Жыл бұрын

Nice looking watch!

Mid size or even small for your wrist, JLC Reverso duo face small seconds, on a fantastic Casa Fagliano brown polo boot leather strap. Check out the grey dealers where -20% is doable. Great watch, you will love it.

Outstanding video - enjoy your logical approach to watch buying! On the list for a Rolex Date Just at moment…

Ash, I have a JCL Reverso, which I only wear for special occasions. Having been into watches for about as long as you, I've slowed down, and am satisfied. That said, I really like that Longines, and kinda wish I had it instead. For a watch that is rarely worn, it checks boxes. And Longlines has heritage! I say go for it.

Great video Ash, fantastic to have you back. I have a JLC MUT and it’s incredible. Sell the root beer and get yourself a gold jlc of your choice.

@TheChapsGuide

Жыл бұрын

Great idea

@Bourne1984

Жыл бұрын

@@TheChapsGuide they are special. I’ve owned Rolex, Zenith, Universal Geneve, Oris, Omega, Longines and the list goes on. But JLC watches are something else. Until you get to Patek, Vascheron, Lange etc JLC’s quality can’t be topped. All the best and happy collecting

I think a big part of the watch collecting journey is also the researching, learning and admiring of these beautiful piece’s of art. I love to browse on the websites of the different brands and learn about their history and models. Often I find myself wanting a watch I saw a long time ago but maybe didn’t ring my bell at that moment. Have you ever looked at Tissot? A fantastic brand in a more “affordable” price range. I fell in love with the Telemeter 1938 Chronograph lately, definitely worth a look. Have a good day sir!

@TheChapsGuide

Жыл бұрын

I was looking at Tissot yesterday in fact, my son is seeking a new watch and Tissot is on his radar, along with Seiko and Casio.

I really enjoy your watch related content, Ash! I just bought a Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600. It’s a beautiful piece, and I love wearing it. 😊

@TheChapsGuide

10 ай бұрын

Great choice sir. A big beauty!! Enjoy in the very best of health.

@nedflanders3769

10 ай бұрын

@@TheChapsGuide Thanks, Ash. It suits my larger than average wrist perfectly.

I admire your honesty. Never buy a watch that you are not sure about buying even if you could make a profit. That's not what this hobby is about. Best of luck with your next watch purchase!

I have the dolce vita and it is a great watch. My preferences are trending smaller these days and the smallest automatic version of the dolce vita is just a bit bigger than my ideal preference. Nonetheless, it is an amazing looking watch and pure class. I personally want a JLC reverso, manual wind, smallest option possible.

I would suggest looking at either BlanPain or Breguet, They will probably be round but the dial finish is superb and on a black alligator strap.... class personified. Good luck.

Thank you for the video. There is also the Baume & Mercier Hampton models which are very nice and I believe in the same price range as the Longines. However, in view of your current collection, I would purchase a Reverso by JLC for its quality, long history, and undisputed place in horology. As a collector, the desire for “another” watch always returns soon or later, but purchasing a Longines or a B&M will only temporarily satisfy you, and not give you the same long term satisfaction of owning a Reverso, the quality isn’t the same. Having purchased a Reverso about 20 years ago, I still admire it today, and it stands in the top drawer, not relegated with my “other” watches….

Ash. I am a big fan of Longines watches. Can't go wrong with that brand. Cheers Ron

Great video. I connect with that Lorus.

I have a Santos De Cartier with blue dial and bezel and is a beautiful watch and I love it (it probably gets 3 times more use than any of my other watches) but, for me, it's not a dress watch even with a alligator strap on it. If I was in the market for a dress watch then the Santos Dumont in large would be the one. If you are set on a mechanical watch then there is the Dumont in XL which has a manual movement and a Tank Must XL which is again mechanical. To be honest, the amount of times I need a formal watch now, I would go for the Longines, with the small seconds, and save my money

Nice to see another enthusiast 😊 If I had to choose one piece to keep, only one, it would be my Omega Moonwatch Professional. You can take my pocketknife, take away my trousers, but you cannot take my Speedy 🤣👍🏻

I'm on a similar route to Watch Nirvana. I'm very happy with my Explorer 36 but I'm also considering adding a dress watch. For me the Cartier Tank Louis would be ideal.

I think you're on the right lines with a dress watch. Although the Longines is very nice I'd stretch to the Cartier Tank. The Tank is the original and I think you would enjoy having a Cartier in your collection.

The Longines Dolce Vita is a really nice watch. I'd be tempted to go for that or a Cartier Tank or Santos. I agree with you on the Daytona. The champagne dial two-tone looks good compared to the others but I just don't like the Daytona. A lot of hype around Rolex and that is the most hyped watch of them all.

I like the sector dial version of the longines and as for Cartier have you looked at the tank american as many versions of the tank can be found in automatic as I'm sure you know.

Thanks for the video. Can't go wrong with Longines. Might also want to also check out the JLC Master Thin series (a round shape), specifically the Master Ultra Thin Date.

Absolutely excellent video. You should just get the Cartier Tank Must. The original and best!

Pre quartz watch 'crisis' Longines had the name and the magic. They still do resonating on the wrist when wearing. Today, Longines are very much back in the game. My Longines VHP has a stated accuracy of +- 5 seconds a year. IMO Longines very much has the wrist magic.

@np1663

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Longines have really stepped up in recent times.

Dress watches really are the under appreciated area of the watch world and there are some fantastic bargains out there, especially in the pre-owned market. As for some suggestions. Firstly, if you would like an automatic Cartier then the Tank Americaine may be worth considering. Secondly, if you would like a British watch it may be worth you looking at a Fears Archival or Brunswick. Both have that rectangular style you are after and are fanatically elegant. I believe Fears are even quite local to you with them having their headquarters and showroom in Bristol.

I love the looks of the Dolce Vita.

I see you with a Cartier Tank, i actually have purchased a second hand tank de must gold plated and is such a beautifull and classic watch even the small old days size fits perfectly for me in my 6,5 wrist By the way, your collection is stunning

JLC reverso is where you should go. You can afford it, especially selling some of the rolexes, as they mostly the same. Reverso is amazing convo striker. You flip it, and people act like caveman who just discovered fire... whattt the helll just hapeneddd??!?! Though, if you go with dolce vita, i cant say nothing, really nice elegant watch. Just to add, you should also consider jlc duoface, very versatile, basically two in one, yes starts from 11k, but you can afford by selling some your rolexes, because now you kind of have all eggs in one basket.

I had a hankering for a rectangular watch for ages and was eying the longine but in the end I bought a 120 pound Rotary Cambridge similar look similar dimension sapphire crystal which has more than sated my rectangular watch itch for now

Im 30 and yesterday bought my dolce vita. It just enchanted me. I wear mostly informal clothing, but hey, i think it looks fine with tshirt anyway haha bought a silicone 19 mm strap that i use with it

The Reverso is a special one for me. When we had a family gathering many years ago, my uncle would chuck me his Reverso and being a toddler, I would play with it quietly for an hour! They are timeless classics and I love the manual wind versions for some reason. The Longines looks a bit like it wants to be a Cartier and I learned a while ago that getting your second choice will very often be regretted, even if it is cheaper. Hell, you were about to drop £16k for a Roler you didn't really want! In this situation, maybe its good to follow your heart and not your head!

Maybe you also want to look into some of the leather-clad options from the Cartier Santos-Dumont line. Very handsome pieces.

As an owner of 5 Rolexes, Speedy hesalite, and a JLC Reverso Duoface, one thing I learned is that manual wind isn't the easiest to fit into a frequent watch swap due to having to manually wind the watch every day or reset the time every time I wear it. I'm leaning towards Cartier Solarbeat specifically bc it's a dress watch that doesn't have to be reset or wound.

@superdario2425

Жыл бұрын

Very good point, mechanical and autos with or without a date can be a pain if not in rotation, I love the idea of a dressy quartz/solar Tank!

@j.burgess4459

Жыл бұрын

In fairness, manual wind can also be easier in this regard if people have a relatively small collection. If you wind _all of 'em_ every morning, then you're pretty much always good to go with switching watches. And this is without having to fiddle around with watch-winders. (And winders also quickly take up a lot of space in an average-sized safe...)

@kojiattwood

Жыл бұрын

It's really not necessary to have to wind them everyday, and actually is a good idea to let the hairspring completely relax. Lower beat movements also have less wear and tear overall.

The santos has a quick change on the bracelet so you can quickly swap it to leather. Go check it out at the boutique!! I would love a santos one day hope you find the peice that speaks to you!

I think Longines gives the most value for your watch dollar (pound on your side of the the pond). Currently there are two in my collection with another on order. I have a rectangle stainless steel case on a black alligator strap. I went to the Longines web site to get the model name but it is no longer available. It is the same model worn by Humpty Bogart in Casablanca, which is the main reason I bought it. My dress watch is a gold Rolex Cellini, pillow case, on a black leather strap. One of the things I love about this watch is the simplicity of the face, not even a second hand. It has a mechanical movement (the only movement of its' kind in the collection). For me winding the watch provides an interaction that gives something akin to a sense of intimacy with the watch that no other movement offers.

Not sure if it’s been mentioned yet Ash but my wildcard dress watch style recommendation would be the newly introduced Hamilton Khaki Field Murph 38mm at £820 Chronograph wise can see the Omega Moonwatch being more your style than the Daytona

I was always just a 2 watch man, until relatively quite recently like in my teens a Casio-Digital & a Swatch Watch, 20's & early 30's a G-Shock & Quarts Analogue (For example I had a Tag Heuer Professional 2000 38-39mm which i reserved for best) It was my late 30's that I went a bit watch mad and bug bitten, currently saving for a Rolex Explorer.

I have a suggestion for you which you could be very tempted by. You mentionned the Cartier Tank Must and how you'd prefer an automatic version. Well guess what there is an automatic version. Check out the Cartier Tank Must Extra-Large model (automatic). I thought it would be too big for my small-ish wrist but now I own that watch. It's actually my first proper dress watch. It wears very comfortably and I suggest you try it on before buying your next dress watch ;)

A little different suggestion. IWC Da Vinci. Tried a slightly older model on and it was a stunner

Hello hello Ash! I must say, have you looked at the Cartier tank must X-Large? It has an automatic movement and once you put it on the strap it slims down more than one would think.

Have a very similar collection as you. Also have the dolce vita. Love it. Do it.

I believe you should consider, not the Santos de Cartier, but the classic Santos on leather. It carries the longer, more classic lines of the original Santos with heritage in spades.

How about the Fears Archival? Not only the style you are looking for but very much on your doorstep so a great behind the scenes video to be had too!

Cartier tank watches come in automatic too, but the price goes up. I came close to picking up a Tank XL and also a Tank Amercaine in 18k , but my money went elsewhere (a good thing because one of the watches I bought, the Omega Speedmaster Tin Tin, I just sold for 5x what I paid for it). As for Longines, another model line to consider is the Evidenza. A little less Cartier wanna be looking and with it’s own history (Humphrey Bogart wore one in Casablanca).

Interesting journey! Totally understand the thoughts about the Tank Must. It's now £2770 and it just can't get myself to spend that much on a quartz watch. On the plus side the current large model has the same size and shape as the Tank Louis. But you would certainly be paying for the icon status. -There are also vintage JLC options, non Reverso ones. Maybe a vintage Tank Must, but the plain silver version with a manual would movement. A bit hard to come by. A shame most of those had vermeil cases.

Another great video Ash. I've recently added a Longine Conquest heritage 35mm to my collection. Granted it's not a rectangular piece but still equally as elegant.

Some options would be vintage Rolex, maybe birthday submariner. Maybe move up to Royal Oak, more accessible in the current market and will give you that ‘special’ feel.

Great video Ash. If I can share my experience and as a word of caution. I like you bought Rolex’s. I started with a DJ 36 then bought a DJ 41. Then last year I was lucky enough to buy a Submarine. All new from Watches of Switzerland my AD. I then decided to sell my DJ 36 to help finance my Sub. I offered it to WoS but they offered me well below market. I sold it on FB with a small profile. Anyway while in my local WoS to take an Omega in for a Service last weekend I asked about the possibility of a GMT. I was told I had been Blacklisted from buying a Rolex from any of their stores because I sold one of their watches privately rather than to them. I was speechless. I had owned the watch for over a year. I am currently going through an appeal process with them cheers Ellis Rees

@TheChapsGuide

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That is shocking. I avoid WoS if possible.

I’ve always wanted a high-end watch since reading the Bond paperbacks as a kid but since I’ll never be able to afford one my Skagen, which came on a titanium rice-pellet bracelet, will do nicely. That said, you might want to think about an Omega Aqua Terra 38. You can get one with an adjustable rubber strap that looks like leather without the disadvantage of having to be replaced when it gets old. A handsome piece, and you can be sure that nobody else in the room will have one, though everyone else will suddenly long to have one.

@simonhodgetts6530

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The Skagen is a lovely watch, as is the Aqua Terra. Have you looked at the Orient Bambino? A lovely watch, slightly dressy, and with an in-house automatic movement - great value too!

@simonhodgetts6530

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The Skagen is a lovely watch, as is the Aqua Terra. Have you looked at the Orient Bambino? A lovely watch, slightly dressy, and with an in-house automatic movement - great value too!

@danielschaeffer1294

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@@simonhodgetts6530 Thanks for the tip. I’ve seen the Bambino recommended on various KZread channels, and I have to say it looks LOTS more expensive than it is.

I had a nice trip to Paris in the autumn and ate lunch at a busy bistro and noticed the couple on the table next to me wearing cartier tanks - cartier a french brand, of course. Personally, I'm drawn to the gold jlc reverso with a brown ostrich strap.

@TheChapsGuide

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It is very tempting

Rolex Cellini Prince, it’s been discontinued but it’s an absolutely beautiful watch!

Ash, I had to share this portion of an article with you and our fellow chap nirvana seekers written by Mika Yeap for Medium titled “What It’s Like to Wear $10,000: The endless fun of wearing a Rolex.” I came across this a few weeks ago and I think it captures quite accurately the way I feel, at least, putting that hard-earned Rolex on every morning: “More than a decade of academic catastrophe, domestic conflict, and crushing loneliness later, waking up happy is much harder to do. But on the first morning I woke up with this watch, something changed. Reaching for my phone as I was trying to wake up, my fingers instead landed on metal. “Oh, right, that happened,” I thought. When I picked up my new watch and felt the fine gold and steel links cascading down my palm and glistening in the late morning rays of sunshine, it all clicked. Life wasn’t the same old constant slog of s@%$, anymore.”

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Watch porn. I love it.

Ash my friend as I hear you speak the JLC Reverso in Gold image keeps itself installed in my mind.

@TheChapsGuide

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Me too!

@andreleverettejr3747

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@@TheChapsGuide if it feels right sir, and you have the funds, go for it you won't regret it if it's tugging at your core, that's the glorious thing about collecting!

Knowing you by now I believe a JLC Reverso will be a great fit.

@mahmoudghoneim8004

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Swear I mentioned that before you started revealing your options later in the video 😂

I have two dress watches from the Swedish Company Waldor & Co including their Conceptual 37 range. Mine is the square Antibes version which looks good with either the stainless strap or black leather. They also have Cap Ferrat style in stainless and gold. Their simple design appeals to my eye, very thin, very elegant. Worth a check Ash? They are also quite reasonable in the $300 range. I did own a square gold Longine but it was lost forever having somehow fallen from my golf bag during a round of golf! Can you imagine!

For me, Longines is the "go to" watch brand when I want luxury - the value for money is exceptional and I will NOT spend several thousands on wrist jewellery. When I want a more 'work horse' Swiss watch I go for Tissot, Hamilton and Certina. For quartz I always go Japanese: Citizen and Seiko.

reverso tribute monoface helped "round" out, 😉, my collection. 😊

Ash what about a Glashutte original, seventies? You could have it in a a few different configurations, including a chronograph. Great video

can consider an old 1970s plated gold tank , which i bought that is manual wind!

This may not suit you Ash, but what I do is this. Before a major watch purchase, I buy a decent homage to the piece under consideration and I wear that for a few weeks. It's amazing what this can do in terms of clarifying one's thinking. Two Tudors and a Rolex later, I couldn't be happier. It's a strategy that has worked well for me and I can at least wear the homages out in London later in comfort and relative safety. No money is really wasted. In fact, I probably wear the homages more than the real watches. But I don't mind, because I know that the real pieces are safely under lock and key. It's enjoyment and piece of mind.

@TheChapsGuide

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What a great idea!!

Thanks for sharing your watch journey, you picked some nice classics from Rolex. I would say that it sounds like you have a fantastic relationship with your AD. Sadly, I don't think it's as easy to get GMT's or Daytona's in most large city AD's anymore. For example, I have purchased two DJ and a submariner from one of the AD's in my area. Despite having a "good relationship" with my sales associate, I simply get a "No" if I even broach the subject of a GMT. A friend of mine got a panda Daytona there last year but had a spend history in the hundred's of thousands. My point is, cherish your AD relationship.