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: Hi:
: I have just begun the process of deciding which watch to buy myself
: for my 60th b'day. I am new to this as the only watches I have
: are a Wenger Chrono (10 yrs) and an old (30 yrs) Seiko dress
: watch that still runs.
: As with many people, I do the internet thing and try and educate
: myself on what one needs to consider when buying a mechanical
: watch. This process is further complicated by the myriad of
: watch manufacturers. However, as least for now, it seems that I
: have narrowed the field to three brands; Omega, Oris and TAG. I
: am looking for an automatic chronograph. The watches I am
: considering are:
: 1. Omega Speedmaster Date 323.30.40.40.06.001
: 2. Omega Speedmaster Date 3210.50.00
: 3. Omega Speedmaster Co-axial 311.30.44.50.01.002
: 4. TAG Carrera Calibre 16 CV2010.BA0794
: 5. Oris Big Crown Chronograph 01 674 7567 4064-07 5 21 53
: From reading posts on this website and others, I do appreciate that
: there are significant differences in prices and quality between
: the TAG/Omega and Oris watches. I also did what I could to
: understand the differences in movements, etc.
: This is a once in a lifetime purchase for me and appreciate that
: this is just as much about the "connection" I have for
: the watch as it is about the technical aspects of the purchase.
: What I seeking is opinions in helping me through this process. I
: have time on my hands to make a decision.
: Nails
TAG makes fine watches, but few are well finished, and it is somewhat rare to see exhibition backs.
Where TAG has features comparable to Omega, they are nearly equivalent in quality (chronometer vs. chronometer), but the finish details may be slightly less.
Oris is simply a cheaper alternative, using lower (often lowest) grade versions of the same movements.
The fit and finish are not comparable, particularly in the watch face.
Try the alternatives (or a close equivalent) on and see it on your wrist. Internet photos are no substitute for wrist time.
If possible, compare the alternatives side by side.
Good luck in your search.
Sam
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