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[Ongoing] Dress Watches Discussion

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On Massdrop, whether you’re a beginner just starting out or a seasoned expert, you should always be able to find answers to your questions within the community.
DRESS WATCHES There’s a watch for every occasion, and when the occasion is on the formal side, you’ll want a dress watch you can count on. These timepieces can be minimalistic and complex at the same time, and there’s much debate about appropriate styles. Whether you’re into time-only displays, high-complication watches, precious metals, or patinas, there are many ways to keep up appearances.
ASK QUESTIONS • Which qualities should I look for in a dress watch? Do I need one? • What’s the best display or dial layout? • Do straps matter when choosing a good dress watch?
Find your answers by asking the community. There are members here who are experts in pretty much every area you can imagine, and they can help you go from beginner to pro.
Ask your question/s by posting in the discussion below.
GIVE ANSWERS Many of you in the community have valuable information to share. We encourage you to help those who have questions or open the topic up for debate.

New to watches? Here’s a helpful 101 to help get you started:
www.massdrop.com/talk/127/massdrop-101-intro-to-watches
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MartyA
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Jul 21, 2022
My son's wedding is coming up soon, so I wanted to treat myself to a new watch to wear for this occasion. I did my Googling and found an overwhelming number of articles that say that wearing a watch with formal wear should be avoided. After I had a good laugh, I found that the majority of the recommendations points to a very simple, thin, two (or three)-hand timepiece, leather band, and preferably a dark face to match the tuxedo. I have really good taste, but not the deep pockets to support my watch habit, so I looked around and found this Tissot Tradition 5.5, that is approximately 6mm (5.5) thick, roman numerals, no date, black leather band and deployment clasp. The MSRP is $375.00, but I found an amazing company outlet that provided me an amazing discount that I couldn't refuse.
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Gbutterf1
11
Oct 16, 2018
By definition a dress watch is one that is warn during a “dress” occasion so I personally would not consider a dive or tachometer type unless it’s exceptionally thin and high quality Though I have my Omega titanium chrono I still prefer to use my Longines classic dress watch, very thin, accurate and understate.
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jmurich
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Sep 8, 2018
Confusing a dress watch with a Formal or a Tux watch are two different subjects. A dress watch comes down to the same decision as “what tie to wear.“ A tux watch opens the door to any simple or elegant black or white faced watch. Any tourbilon or any dateless Watch, the thinner the better. Your cufflinks are more important than your watch.
Bluespark
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Sep 8, 2018
Right now I like my IWC Portuguese with blue hands white face and mesh bracelet interchangeable to black or brown leather straps on occasion evan a nato strap in school colors ut Works. Sup
DavidSolLee
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Aug 31, 2018
What do you guys think about the Junkers Bauhaus watches?
JohannN
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Aug 25, 2018
JLC Ultra Thin Moon will be my go-to dress watch. Understated and classy!
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Treeslayer4570
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Aug 25, 2018
White or silver dial goes with everything. Brown or black leather to match the event or go with the bracelet. Ref: SRP767
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weschristiansen
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Aug 25, 2018
Treeslayer4570Great watch.
Hangoveryang
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Aug 18, 2018
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Jumping in the discussion.. Perhaps old school... my dress watch that had a meaning to me.... that’s what really matters :)
jmurich
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Sep 8, 2018
HangoveryangA G.O. is far from Old School. This Geman company makes some of finest watches in the world and is as current and contemporary as any.
PaulPhilipMichael
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Jun 23, 2018
Was the 50th Anniversary Accutron Spaceview made from NOS caliber 214 movements or were new calibre 214 movements made for this limited edition?
Supermarine45
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Jun 8, 2018
Some of my dress watches..
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Supermarine45
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Jun 12, 2018
I guess I'm obsessed with vintage watches and apparently, 34-35mm rolex is my perfect spot. The UN was just an impulse buy. The only special piece for me is that cream dial 1500, it was my first vintage watch.
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