Maybe he has two identities on the forum... good observation though.

 

Hi Sir, what is the reference of this one? Gorgeous!!!

 

My Day-Date 118238 was well under $15k back in '02. Euro was weak vs $ so bought new at an AD in Paris on vacation. Think it ended up around $12k total after hitting the "Detaxe" at the airport.

 

How kind! Its a 1978 model 1500 Date. Be aware though it is only 34mm, rather than the normal 36mm that the Datejust comes in.

Cheers

 

This is definitely one of my favorite dress watches and is at the top of my wish list. They can be had for under $15K preowned.

 

All these beautiful watches and no one mentions the Cartier Santos. Stainless steel, two tone, ADLC, three handed, chronograph, it comes in all flavors and looks great doing it.

 

JLC Ultra Thin Moon - I saw someone post it already, but that is the watch for sure.

 

also the fact that Patek 5107s are now a little bit above $15k USD is insane. probably would be my top choice.

 

OP may never read this, but my pick of pure dress watches under $15K would be an old Hamilton with a Grade 770 movement. 22 jewels, finishing that rivaled the Swiss Big 3, shock protection... All that for under $1500 in a gold case, diamonds optional. As for the other $13.5K, invest it wisely.

 

My favorites are:

Seiko Lord Marvel
JLC Reverso Tribute to 1931
ALS Saxonia Thin 37mm

 

I usully wear this with dresses and it feels good! well under 15K ......

 

but also this one looks very good especially with black/dark dresses or a smoking

 

Just BAAAeautiful Omega!

 

Pfft. You're all amateurs. I got this last week and now I'm convinced it was the greatest, sexiest, savviest watch purchase ever . Looks as good with a pair of blue jeans as it does with a suit:

 

Vintage Longines with change to spare

 

Blancpain 7002. 36mm, 7mm thick, beautifully decorated handwinding movement:

 

Difficult to find, but I think these are absolutely gorgeous.