Hi All,

I'm not sure if this topic has been covered before/recently. I am interested in seeing which modern watches members would nominate as a classic watch either now or possibly in the future.

I'm looking for your top one or two nominations only, across any price range or make/model, for watches produced in the last 10-15 years. They do not have to be watches which you think will appreciate in value but more towards watches which build on a classic design or a new design which you feel has a classic appeal.

I would like to start off with my nomination of a 2254.50. Not a cutting edge new design but one which draws on elements from classic vintage omegas with modern elements added.

 

42mm PO 2500 black bezel white numbers.

 

It may be because I've considered buying one for the last few months, but to my mind the SBDX001/017 is iconic. They draw on Seiko's heritage of excellent divers, showcase the unique design philosophies of the greatest non-European manufacturer, and are the epitome of form following function. That they are excellent value and less ubiquitous than their peers are just added bonuses.

 

Lange 1815 and GO PML

 

Thanks for your nominations.
Any particular variants of these you have in mind?

 

Mondaine Stop to Go? It's easy to read and they are not expensive. I bought one of these in 2016. It was brought out for the Gotthard Tunnel opening. Nice and comfortable on the wrist and winding it back and forth is quite fun. (image taken from the internet)

 

Cleary this one. 16600, the last "wearable" Sea-Dweller.

 

I was going to say a Mondaine. Classic and timeless look and appeal IMO.

 

14060, Tritium, 2 Line, Pierced Lugs

Fits all the criteria of Modern Classic

PS: faded Tritium insert and sharp unpolished case are great bonuses

 

The insert is a show stopper !

 

May I just add the 14060m to this as well

 

BLNR - my definition of modern classic