Stainless Steel or Titanium?

I have been besotted by the Pilot Watches for some time with my aeronautical background. Though now that I am dabbling in sailing (learning at 50) and find myself dreaming of my first wooden boat launch. The Portuguese Yacht Club watches raise their heads. I like the dark faces as they seem practical, though which way should one go? Stainless steel or titanium? These watches were never on the table when I had reasoned Pilots where the way to go. Now I can not find myself turning away from them. Bother, bum, blast!

I had reasoned that a nice golden pilot was a dream timepiece, though now as stated the Portuguese Yacht Clubs carry a deeper meaning. Something of today in my life rather than yesteryear.

What a nice pickle to be in.

Kind regards,

Paul.

If your sailing is likely to lead to unscheduled swims, I'd skip the YC and go for an Aquatimer. Once on land rinse the watch under a fresh water tap, salt water can leave stains and I would not trust spring bars to be immune from rust on any watch.

I agree with Greg on rather an AT, they seem almost more at odds with the sailing theme.
I am interested to know whether the AT has modified bars to cope with the watery nature of their purpose?

Modified bars???

Not sure what you mean.

both are cool watches - but if pushed to choose, I would pick the steel as it is more reminiscent to me of the steel of yachts.

that said, the titanium Volvo Ocean edition's lightness makes it very cool - for me its wear is superb.

I think you are correct Shing. To everybody else, sorry, I have obviously made myself misunderstood. I do not plan on wearing the watch whilst sailing. Only back at the club house or on an evening motor cruise with my wife.

I think I would feel odd wearing a diver's watch when I am not a diver. Though you have me thinking, it may be the more robust selection.

Thank you for your input.

After reading your initial comment again and seeing Shing's great photo, I would agree that the S/S Yacht Club is a great looking watch which fits into your description on spending your time perfectly!

I could not agree more about the YC, but whenever you have the chance to see the carbon dial of the Volvo Ocean Race LE it is very hard to decide between them, and I ( personal opinion and preferences of course )would go for the LE Carbon dial. Everything on that dial seems to float unlimited. Great stuff.

Hello Paul,
as a sailor,

Greg <"If your sailing is likely to lead to unscheduled swims, I'd skip the YC and go for an Aquatimer. Once on land rinse the watch under a fresh water tap, salt water can leave stains and I would not trust spring bars to be immune from rust on any watch."> has pointed it out, I would go for a vintage YC, an AT or an Ocean 2000.


Sturdy watches, case and movements, easy to handle and readable on board.
I see the use of a PYC more on land at the Club bar than on board, maybe at anchoring, but that's just my point of view. ;-)

@Andrew. Sorry for the Bowmore, but I hadn't tasted and knew the Ardbeg at the time. Next time I'll take an Ardbeg for a real Scotch on real ice. :-)
Kind regards

Paul, IMHO I agree w Shing the YC Black dial SS is the way to go. It performs well, looks great and is very comfortable to wear.
Let us know which you choose and post some pictures.

Kevin