I've been in love with the Jaeger Master Ultra Thin (grey face, brown leather strap) for years. Thanks to a new job, and to celebrate losing 15 kg, I plan on buying it soon. However, I've never purchased a JLC, and I was hoping this board could help me better understand my options.
I would prefer to buy used, in mint condition, from a respected seller. But if I can get a very good deal on a new watch that would also be acceptable. I don't want to pay more than 5k USD for a new watch, which seems possible (based on what I see at Chrono24 and Ebay), lower for a used watch. I live in the EU, and would probably have import issues with a US seller, so better to find a EU based seller (although I will be traveling to the US in July, and perhaps even earlier). Any thoughts one where to buy?
Also, I know there are various versions of the Master Ultra Thin, any thoughts on which specific model to buy, or something to be cautious about? Around 39mm in diameter (+/- 1-2mm) is perfect for me. Either manual or automatic is fine, although I'd probably prefer automatic. Ideally with no numbers on the face. I typically dress business casual at work (IT firm), and think this watch would go perfectly with jeans and a sports jacket, but also with a business suit.
Thanks for your help!
I would prefer to buy used, in mint condition, from a respected seller. But if I can get a very good deal on a new watch that would also be acceptable. I don't want to pay more than 5k USD for a new watch, which seems possible (based on what I see at Chrono24 and Ebay), lower for a used watch. I live in the EU, and would probably have import issues with a US seller, so better to find a EU based seller (although I will be traveling to the US in July, and perhaps even earlier). Any thoughts one where to buy?
Also, I know there are various versions of the Master Ultra Thin, any thoughts on which specific model to buy, or something to be cautious about? Around 39mm in diameter (+/- 1-2mm) is perfect for me. Either manual or automatic is fine, although I'd probably prefer automatic. Ideally with no numbers on the face. I typically dress business casual at work (IT firm), and think this watch would go perfectly with jeans and a sports jacket, but also with a business suit.
Thanks for your help!