What brand watch should I get DH for this 35th birthday?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:watch guy here. I would ask pp about double standards..do you chime in on every ladies clothing/jewelry and inhabit the vacation threads with the same point? relax and move along...

sry i have no opinion on rolex..don't hold me to this but i think most watch folks consider them for newbies.

it really depends on style and we haven't heard from OP on this. my own preferences tend to

www.girard-perregaux.com
www.blancpain.com
www.jaeger-lecoultre.com

in each you can find a basic stainless model that hubbie will enjoy. I enjoy a watch that no one knows has any value--it's just for my personal enjoyment and maybe other watch guys will notice.

btw careful w mail order; there's a huge gray market out there sans warranties

very feminine tastes, IMO. I'm a male who wears a nice watch. I'd probably assume you were gay.

One of the dumbest things I've read here in a while, which is saying a lot. And I'm not the watch guy.

The Blancpain Chronograph is anything but feminine.

[Anonymous]

In this price range the best options will be Rolex, Tag or Omega. If it is an everyday watch get a chain, if it is a special watch, memorable and more formal get a leather strap (alligator).

For the record, none of these are 'entry level' - raymond weil, tissot, etc fall in that category. They are nice, historic watches that signify an appreciation for the marvels of craftsmanship.

This is a terrific gift idea, You won't go wrong with whatever you choose.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We can afford any watch for my husband and he absolutely refuses to wear an expensive one--btw, partner in Big Law to those who say it is necessary. He thinks expensive watches are stupid and doesn't want to have to worry about losing anything of value. Not everyone is into watches. OP make sure you know if your husband really wants a nice watch.

That is what homeowners insurance is for...

[Anonymous]

Get him a nice Seiko and bank the rest. Or put it in your kids' college savings fund. No need to spend big $ on a watch.

[Anonymous]

Stowa makes beautiful and well-crafted watches.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

sry i have no opinion on rolex..don't hold me to this but i think most watch folks consider them for newbies.

+1

[Anonymous]

Cartier all the way. The Ronde Solo is nice and below your budget.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

sry i have no opinion on rolex..don't hold me to this but i think most watch folks consider them for newbies.

Exactly...which is why i recommended it to the OP.