Horological Meandering

Howdy fellow PuristS of the Horological Shire, this is somewhat a aggrandizement post as it is a sentimental one. Today, I celebrate 10th year on Puristspro. I actually joined the old PuristS forum in 2003/4, and was roped in by Dr. Bernard Cheong, a form...  

Thanks for your entertainment as well as serious input into this most magnificent and holy cabal known as the purists Long may you continue Julian

best , Horo

Your collection covers a large spectrum from independents to wellknown maisons. Congratulations and I can't wait to see your collection after another 10 years!

stay tuned for next Monday, as i collect a Chopard LUC to "celebrate" my 10th. best, Horo

Mine is next year! Time flys! I follow your instagrams account.. i am certain you own more watches than what your “collection photos” suggested. I bet you already lost count, haha.. Thank you for your contribution to the wonderful forum. Cheers! Jen

are you from Singapore too? let me know your IG nick. not many "old timers" from Singapore still visit the site, sadly. best, Horo

It is great to read your memoirs, however I think they are written only half way through your lifetime and plenty more to come I am sure... maybe this is just the first chapter? Thank you for the honourable orange mention... next time I see you I will cro... 

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I only wear mine at the weekend... but you got a nice skirt/boot combo going on there Horo!

You have always been a tremendous asset here. Do I spot a salmon dialed 25770 cased chronograph? I had not seen that before. Awesome!

best, Horo

Iron man mask and allowed us to play with it ! With the mask on, I felt invincible ! With all your impressive watches, are you amassing a large collection or are you a watch retailer !? Just kidding ! LOL ! Cheers, Gordon

i almost forgot you were here!!! when are you visiting next? you around in HK in Dec? we have recently set up an office there. best, Horo

SG in late December ! GTG soon ? Cheers, Gordon

I am planning with Robin, Stefan and Kong a possible early Dec GTG, if you can make it.... best, Horo

We have never met but your past posts have influenced my collecting. Love the playful and down to earth nature you have, despite having the "toys and collection" that would inflate an ego. Great post and congrats on 10

I am totally convinced by the watches-on-ladies-ankles. Definitely should be a weekly thread! -joe

You're an entertaining writer and story-teller, Horo. This was a joy to read. Congratulations on your Anniversary!

And thank you for your kind words. Best, Horo

Best, Horo

I'm still super far away from being a collector. That is, by far, the most incredible collection I've seen in my life now....what an eye opener! How you can maintain or take care of all these? To be honest, I just need that Lange case, and I'll rest and p... 

But it falls short on some key metrics, that I have seen in other collections. Like HTSE's ensemble of militaries above. Some collectors friends if mine have a full vintage Rolex line up or some crazy number of Pateks. Nevertheless, I am most grateful for... 

I don’t know if we can call all these watches a collection. A museum should be more appropriate in my opinion 😁 Best wishes Alkiro

It is a very moving post, at least for me because it reminds us that everything is about people. Thanks for your passion and your activity Kevin! You bring a lot! Fx

they never all need to be serviced at the same time

I hardly wear a large majority. So remain unworn since new for prolonged period, this I must admit I can increase the servicing interval. Best, Horo

I always enjoy your posts and look forward to them. S

Your collection is out of this world 😳. As a true indie brand lover i must say that your indie collection is just stunning 🤗. Hope one day to have a collection as yours 🙏🏻 please keep those posts comming . Love to read and see more 👍🏻

Thoroughly enjoyed your post and following you on IG.

whats your IG nick? best, Horo

Congrats to your journey and thank you for this post that demonstrates your creativity and commitment as a Purist. A very, very strong collection there, Iron Man!

watch collection and others. But good to know you and see you’re back with a vengeance. Lol. Cheers PAt

you have been here as long as I can remember!! always supportive! #puristsforever best, Horo

your hugely entertaining contributions are always highly appreciated! Cheers, Filip

best, Horo

Best Horo

LOVED Horoboy, Horogal and SWMBO! You're such a valuable asset for the PuristS, Horo! Best! Marcelo

Huge congratulations on your 10th anniversary! Alfred PS. Horogal's Patek possessiveness cracked me up!

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I enjoy looking at your insta post everyday and of course reading this. Keep them coming

long time no speak!! hows life? does the HK Purists community still meet regularly? best, Horo

Some of us do meet regularly to shoot the breeze. Cheers Fernando

As others have mentioned, it's not just the insane collection of watches you've amassed, but the horo friends that you made along the way! Here's to another decade of hororgasms! J

I am talking to Stefan and Robin and Kong on a Singapore early Dec GTG. best, Horo

but still feel the need to say something.. Thank you for sharing this decade and a pleasure to see what you have achieved in watch collecting... what a dream. Happy 10th anniversary as a purist and happy 20th as a collector!

are you based in Singapore too? best, Horo

Happy Anniversary.

#puristsforever 😁 Best, Horo

You are a legend or better THE LEGEND! Congratulations and I hope, one day, to see you face-to-face. Cheers, Nilo

Best, Horo

It was a pleasure to meet you. And to have you on board. All the best, Nicolas

best, Horo

Thanks for the many fond memories and laughter Brother . You are an inspiration to many of us ! Cheers Robin

thanks for all your friendship and hardwork bro best, Horo

Stay classy my friend. Be cool and keep the flame burning strong. I am looking forward to the next ten years. Thank you for making this place sooo much more. Best Bill

What a post and what a horological portfolio. I’m speechless (well almost) - keep it up! Best Andreas

I remember you are amongst the earliest batch from the days when PuristS went PuristsPro. Thank you sir. best, Horo

That I have been here almost eleven years.

You have been on the Purists as long as, if not longer, then me. This August forum has evolved over time.... Substance and layouts. and people come and go, sadly some so not return. I miss many of the old faces. But so good to have you lasting with us all... 

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Seeing your collection, you must spend more time choosing your watch than choosing your clothes!! A very nice set of pictures, Thanks for sharing all this with us! Best, É.

thank you best, Horo

Congrats and always wonderful to read your post. This post, in particularly, is AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing such wonderful pix too *CL

much appreciated!! not many old timer Singapore Purists left. are you coming back anytime soon? best, Horo

to have a warm Christmas

Sorry for the late reply, was in the air on one of the few planes without internet connection for 16 hours... Thanks for your inspiration and support ... Cheers, TM

I will always remember you and MTF giving me low down on being a forum mod...."its like a cocktail function, and the forum readers are guests....." best, Horo

You have been an honesty and an admiration of this forum. Please continue sharing your passion with us. Thank you very much

#puristspirit is very much alive, and kicking! Best, Horo

Nobody touches my Patek Philippe, NOBODY!!!!! wins by a big ...huge margin Cheers and to many more! D

but to me, always my little baby. best, Horo

A pleasure to read and a great feeling for a new joiner like me, from your own hometown! Here’s wishing many many more years of witty contributions from you. Hope we do meet up at some GTG soon. Brgds, Prodyut

Would be good to meet up with everyone. Especially many new faces I haven't met and old faces for friendships renewed. Thanks, Horo

. . . vintage? You really should, Kevin . . . it's a whole 'nother world. Warmest, Art

Best, Horo ...  

Congrats K! Having been privileged to see part of your collection before, thank you, and to more good years of collecting!

Are you based in Singapore. I need to put a face to the forum handle!! We are organising a Dec GTG, please join in? Best, Horo

... well deserved to pen down a post to celebrate and reflect for another decades to come. I started my horological life later than yours, but I don't think I would make the same as yours in coming years. Well done and congrats once again for me being par... 

i look forward to seeing you next week. best, Horo

And I hope to learn from you more often.

Best, Horo

best, Horo

What a journey indeed!

#longlivepuristsway Best, Horo

..... Her immediate reaction was 'Don't even think about it!' Impressive collection, impressive friendships, impressive words. Thanks for sharing so much with us, and here's to many more decades here in good health!

Most happy to share, and many thanks for your well wishes. Please bring your wife to the next Purist GTG, we as a community will convince her for you!! 😁 Best, Horo

Best wishes. please continue to indulge in your passion. Geross.

...for having missed your post, and that was for sure the post not to be missed ! Thank God there is the weekend for checking and reading the ones that I missed. Many thanks Horo for your great contribution during these years and for this fantastic and in... 

I own 4 watches, 2 of which are in your collection. I'm off to a good start!! Haha!! Continued success!!

Best, Horo

my others are a BLNR (I didn't see it your pics but it's possible you may have that as well!) and a PAM 000 (the watch that started my personal journey). Glad to see people like you having so much fun with this hobby...and keeping a very good perspective ... 

I actually have two 2998, because both places I ordered the watch came thru with it. 😳 Best, Horo

...and still marvelling at your own special brand of madness! Congrats on the landmark. Cheers, pplater.

hope all is well down under. sadly, the madness hasn't stopped, despite my best efforts....and i blame a certain Mr Getz. best, Horo

Best, Horo

Just curious, has the thought of selling a few or "consolidating" ever cross your mind?

Thank you sir Best, Horo