Diverse Watch Collection: Sport & Dress

sham1 · 2023-12-13T07:07:00Z

Explore sham1's 'two extremes' watch collection featuring the De Bethune DB8 monopusher chronograph and a playful Mr Jones jump hour. A unique take on horological diversity.

In a fascinating exploration of horological diversity, sham1 presents a compelling case for collecting across the entire spectrum of watchmaking. This article delves into his recent acquisitions: the highly coveted De Bethune DB8 monopusher chronograph and a whimsical Mr Jones Watches automatic jump hour. Sham1's post sparks a discussion on the joy of collecting watches that represent both the pinnacle of haute horlogerie and the playful side of independent design.

Last week, I took delivery of my grail watch - the De Bethune DB8 monopusher chronograph, a watch I truly love. But in the same week, I also added another watch to my collection which is at the other end of the spectrum. Mr Jones Watches is a London based company that invites designers to creatively come up with their own designs. Mine is an automatic jump hour and jump minutes watch in 37mm (lug to lug 46mm) which makes it perfect for my wrist. I love the way the time is being shown and it is my first ever watch with no hands! Between the De Bethune and this watch, I have not worn any other watch for ten days now

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The Mr Jones 'Ricochet' watch, designed by Ryan Claytor, features metallic robots playing pinball, with the hour cleverly displayed on the game's scoreboard, offering a playful and colorful aesthetic.
The Mr Jones watch evokes nostalgia for childhood pinball machines, resonating with collectors who appreciate watches that bring a sense of fun and personal connection.
Sham1 emphasizes maintaining an open mind in watch collecting, noting that his small collection of eight watches notably lacks a Rolex or any traditional sports watch.
Despite the significant difference in price and horological complexity, sham1 finds immense satisfaction in both the De Bethune DB8 and the Mr Jones watch, even considering canceling an incoming order due to his current enjoyment of these two pieces.
The Mr Jones watch, acquired for under 300 euros during Black Friday, is considered an excellent value proposition for its unique design and automatic jump hour complication.

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Watchonthewrist

Dec 13, 2023

Never saw one in person before. Hope one day

sham1

Dec 13, 2023

I actually quite like the strap too!

sham1

Dec 13, 2023

something I usually try avoid doing but Black Friday makes you do crazy things!

sham1

Dec 13, 2023

For under 300 euros, I see few better buys but then again, it was Black Friday!

smironov

Dec 13, 2023

Have never heard of Mr. Jones watches before, thanks for the introduction.

sham1

Dec 13, 2023

and if I did not like it, my son would have been the lucky beneficiary. Unfortunately for him, I love it!

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