help... lux vs. psuedo lux for the long haul
I need some serious advice from the experts. I need a chrono that can handle anything that I can throw at it( business meetings, camping, workouts, extremely hard knocks)and am considering the 2599.8 !!!or Breitling superocean chrono. I have also looked at Ball Hydrocarbon and Tutima NATO. I really want a watch that I can beat down and still be proud of in the boardroom that will still fill the intrinsic need (hopefully the luxury watch.) Are the psuedo lux watches more durable? The Ball and NATO state about 7000 g's shock resistant. Can Omega and Breitling match that? Approximately what is their shock resistance? I know that the lux watches do not skimp on aesthetics of movement, case, and, bracelet...but can they truly handle the most adverse of conditions. I own my "babied" watch 2531.80 and now need a watch that will do it all and last (with servicing) for at least another ten years. I am aware that the lux watches will hold their value better over time, but this is NOT a watch that I am buying to sell. This a watch that I am looking to spend most or ALL of my time with (except for very formal events or in the tub or shower). I really want the Omega first or Breitling second: due to the Chronometer test and intrinsic value...but can they be counted on when the going gets really tough? I want to rest assured that they can take more punishment than I can. Thank you for the advice!!!!!!!!! Pete
P.S. The watches are all between $2200 and $3000 which is an acceptable expense if it lasts.
