I find these articles to be more entertainment than anything, but for a man who usually equates Rolex watches with new-money-attention-seekers, I think everyone here will enjoy this little "segment."

http://www.askmen.com/fashion/mens-watches_600/625_all-purpose-watches-watch-snob.html

Some good comments from ppl too - e.g. the Omega Speedmaster probably could be on this list too.

Of course there are several other watches that fit the description "all-purpose".

Read a few other postings by the "Watch Snob". Some rather ridiculous personal ideas and claims, also displaying manners that someone calling him-/herself a true horological aficionado (apparently with the intention of enlighteing others given the participation) ought to rise above. Doesn't deserve further attention.