Looking for new Watch

I am not a formal watch guy however in a formal you cant go wrong with anything from the big three; PP, VC, and AP.
A used Calatrava PP puts you "in the club" but in the low rent district.
Of these three VC gives the most impact for the $.

I'm really liking the formal Breguets but the new ones are "Swatchs" if that makes a difference. For the $ they have the best look IMO.
Glashutte Original is another great watch.

Or....

 

Jaquet Droz-nice quality movements, great design and fantastic dials, you don't see them on everyones wrists.

 

I had a gold Royal Oak on a strap (not the offshore) for a long time and wore it quite a bit. It's a very good choice. Not as expensive as the offshore yet still sporty and easily goes under a shirt cuff if you choose to wear it with a suit. The AP Millenary is a dressier option in their line.

Better than a Rolex too.

The IWC Ingenere or Portugiser is another good one. Breguet, some (not all) Breitlings will work. For less dough you can also get away with a Speedmaster as a crossover.

 

"A. Lange & Sohne"

 

I've always liked these:
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Just look at this;

TimeZone : TZ Showcase » FS: Breguet 3337 YG Engraved Movement

Slightly smaller than the fad right now but in a formal watch restraint is often more.

 

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Absolutely fantastic timepiece there