Gen watch for present recomendation

[mech500]

Hello chaps. I'm looking to buy my dad a watch for his 60th b'day. I'm afraid it has to be a gen. He would be seriously offended if I bought him a 'knock-off' replica. I promised myself not to buy a gen ever again after joining here and discovering the quality of the reps available these days but on this occasion it has to be a gen.

My budget is around £3000 ($5000usd).

He's prefers steel bracelets (not leather).

Ps. The watch has to be brand new (he'll also be offended if I got him a second hand item).

Any ideas/recommendations?
Thanks

 

[trailboss99]

Geez mate that's pretty open ended, what style of watch does your dad like? Dress, divers, aviation, chronograph etc. Give us a starting point mate.

 

[rols16610]

You have quite a lot of choice for £3,000, it all depends on what type of watches he wears, i.e. size, type etc.

 

[tommy_boy]

Silver finish, gold finish, white dial, black dial, thin case, rectangular case...

Narrow it down a bit for us.

 

[Ubercai]

And it sounds like you know a lot about your dad. Then you also need to enlighten us about his brand preferences. $5000 can get you cheapest submariner no-date or maybe Aqua Terra Co-axial, or even the high-end grand seiko.

Speaking of Grand Seiko, it's a really good low profile watch. Others won't think its 3-4 grand watch. Humble people's best choice.

 

[mech500]

Ok sorry it was a bit open ended but I'm crap at buying presents. I've only seen him wear steel watches hence assumed he likes steel. He has quite a large wrist and I suspect something big, bulky and flash that looks like it's worth a lot would be better than subtle classy in this case. He doesn't know much about brands either but I expect he would say "wft?!! You paid 3k for a seiko". A huge Sea dweller would look good on his wrist or a planet ocean but they are out of my budget.

 

[mech500]

He would love something like this. The guy literally knows nothing about style.... so big, chunky, flash, bling is the way to go with him. I know he use to have an old Rado he liked but not sure if the new ceramic ones are appropriate for 60year olds?

 

[rols16610]

Ok sorry it was a bit open ended but I'm crap at buying presents. I've only seen him wear steel watches hence assumed he likes steel. He has quite a large wrist and I suspect something big, bulky and flash that looks like it's worth a lot would be better than subtle classy in this case. He doesn't know much about brands either but I expect he would say "wft?!! You paid 3k for a seiko". A huge Sea dweller would look good on his wrist or a planet ocean but they are out of my budget.

You could look at something like the Tudor Pelagos, which should fit the bill, they seem to go for about £2,400 in the UK at the moment, although they are not officially sold here, a number of watch retailers in the UK have them for sale.

 

[mech500]

Wow that's a good suggestion mate. I'll look into it.

 

[tommy_boy]

Breitling Superocean Chronograph. This is a 44, I think. Current offering is either 42 or 46. You can dress it up or down.

 

[mech500]

Breitling Superocean Chronograph. This is a 44, I think. Current offering is either 42 or 46. You can dress it up or down.

The chrono version is a bit too expensive but the non chrono super ocean heritage seems to tick all the boxes. Might just pull the trigger after work on Friday.

 

[tommy_boy]

Try one on if you can.

You may find a chrono on the gray market for under $5,000.

One day I will have the three-hand model.

 

[Phil G]

OK, so I'm an Omega fan, but check these from Ernest Jones UK

Classic watch

• £2880

• Return within 30 days for full refund or exchange.

• IN STOCK

• FREE DELIVERY
  
  Or the SeaMaster
  
  
  
  
  

• £2770

• Return within 30 days for full refund or exchange.

• IN STOCK

• FREE DELIVERY
  
  Their online website here
  http://www.ernestjones.co.uk/websto...ore/l/watches/brand|omega/recipient|him/?Sm=1
  
  Good luck, Phil
  
  

 

[mech500]

Thanks Phil. Earnest jones also sell the breitling (£3170) so will also check out the omegas in person when I'm there later this week.

 

[mzcool]

You could get a lot of high end Tags in that price range.

 

[sub4me]

I don't think you will have any problem finding a very nice watch in that price range.

 

[mech500]

Thanks guys. Went to see a few watches in person yesterday and have decided on the breitling super ocean heritage. I'm picking it up next week and will post pics.

 

[Capt. Obvious]

I would go with a an Omega Seamaster Pro chrono (blue) or a tudor if they are available where you live.

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[Capt. Obvious]

Oh. Lol. Too late! Nice choice though. Your father will be a happy man!

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[Phil G]

Good call, I'm sure the ol' boy will love it.

Thanks guys. Went to see a few watches in person yesterday and have decided on the breitling super ocean heritage. I'm picking it up next week and will post pics.