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CL's curated collection of platinum timepieces sparks a fascinating discussion on thematic collecting. His trio—comprising a Credor Eichi II, an F.P. Journe Tourbillon, and an Urwerk UR-201—showcases a deliberate blend of extreme simplicity, horological innovation, and avant-garde design. This article explores the community's insights into expanding such a unique and coherent collection, offering perspectives on balancing formality, material innovation, and personal collecting philosophies.
These are my current 3 platinum pieces which I think is forming a nice theme and a varied but coherent collection.
The Eichi 2 represent the extreme simple watch with superlative fine finishing and ultra accurate Spring Drive Movement. The Journe Tourbillion has an interesting Remontoir and also the early watch that kind of set the path and direction for Mr Journe. The URWERK 201 is a progressive watch that use modern design combined perfectly with avant-garde design. The satellite disk is turned by traditional watch movement.
The question is, what should the forth or fifth watch be in order to match this theme and still make sense?
I like the way I curate my collection. It forces me to think hard of what I really want to wear and own. It help my wallet too
Let me know your thoughts
*CL
Key Points from the Discussion
- The existing collection, while exceptional, leans towards formal pieces with the Credor and Journe, and the Urwerk, though innovative, might be too avant-garde for daily wear. A more 'sporty' or 'informal' piece, less extreme than the Urwerk, could offer better versatility.
- Consider a fourth or fifth watch that incorporates innovative or forward-thinking materials, either in its construction or movement, to align with the collection's theme of horological progression.
- The Credor Eichi II and F.P. Journe Tourbillon are more versatile than perceived, pairing well with casual attire like jeans and a t-shirt, challenging the notion that they are strictly formal watches.
- A Jaeger-LeCoultre Master 8-Day Perpetual Calendar in Platinum or a Laurent Ferrier Worldtimer in blue, or even a Grönefeld One Hertz, could complement the collection's themes of platinum, technical brilliance, and unique complications.
- The Urwerk UR series and Credor Eichi II are rarely seen in the wild, indicating their exclusivity, whereas F.P. Journe pieces are comparatively more common among collectors.
- The nylon strap for the Urwerk UR-210, known as the Baltimore textile, is surprisingly comfortable due to its leather backing and is available in various sizes, fitting other Urwerk models like the 103.
- The author's collecting philosophy emphasizes a 'chosen one' rule, where each acquisition must be a watch they would be happy wearing exclusively, leading to a highly curated and meaningful collection.
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