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Fernando recounts his experience at a Jaeger-LeCoultre Heritage Boutique event in Hong Kong, where he met fellow collectors and industry figures like Amanico (Nicolas). Despite recovering from an illness, Fernando's post captures the vibrant atmosphere and highlights the new Geophysic model, offering a glimpse into a memorable community gathering.
As fate would have it, on the day of
finally meeting Amanico (Vlad) in the flesh I was still recovering
from an illness and not until the final moment did I decide to risk
it and attend the event held at the JLC Heritage Boutique in HK. I'm
glad I did. Seeing old friends and meeting new ones with the same
interest is always a pleasure and the 'Man' himself didn't
disappoint. His larger than life image is well deserved as his charm
and charisma will soon win you over โ or you will face the dreaded
fangs.
He is in his element when it comes to
talking about watches, with his vast knowledge of both vintage and
modern, casting a spell on anyone within earshot. An attendee told me
later that he never had any interest in vintage before but has
totally changed his mind since. Is this the vampire's curse?
All in all it was a most enjoyable evening with too much going on to really absorb in one session.
The new Geophysic was the star of the evening and IMO the size and the way it is constructed leaves nothing to be desired and I'm sure it will be a hit when it is released.
I didn't intend to do a post as I wasn't sure I was up to it and thus I've only got a few (some blurry)
pictures to show. Hopefully other attendees will make up for my shortfall.
My sincere thanks to Nicolas, Guillain and the JLC team for putting together such an enjoyable and informative event for us.
Cheers
fernando
Thank you for attending, and for fighting will your illness, my dear friend. It was Worth the effort, wasn't it? You have PM. All the very best, Nicolas
A very enjoyable evening. No doubt I will soon add another JLC to my arsenal... Hope you get well soon Fernando, and a nice return trip for Nico. Best Sam
it was indeed a great evening. Pity it was not a Friday night and there was work the next day. There were lots of great and interesting watches on the table and not to mention one could easily just ask for any specific model for we were in the JLC boutique! Jet lag can be annoying. Hope Nico enjoys the rest of his trip and have a good and safe trip home. I have some pictures to share but they are not that great either but I have good memories of the night. Thanks folks.
For the great work she did to make this event possible, and for all the amazing vintage stuff she found. It was a superb event, indeed! All the best, Nicolas
In fact it made me feel a lot better. Thanks. :) fernando
I will probably get it next month. Best Sam
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