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Clueless_Collector's original post sparks a vital discussion on the allure of heritage re-issues from brands like Longines, particularly when juxtaposed against the 'Big 3' luxury watchmakers. This thread delves into the complex interplay between historical aesthetics, modern movements, and pricing strategies, prompting collectors to consider what truly defines value in a re-edition. It highlights the ongoing debate about whether a brand's glorious past can be effectively revived without replicating its horological innovations.
This will retail at 20x but looks are equally important, right? Of course I do understand there are many other factors and reasons why Big 3 is what they are today and the justification of their pricing strategy...Iβm not that clueless at times π¬
It does looks nice, what do you think....as mentioned in the article, Longines has done quite a nice stretch of re-issues.
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Key Points from the Discussion
- While Longines re-issues capture vintage aesthetics effectively, they often fall short by not incorporating the brand's historically significant movements, a critical distinction for many collectors.
- True collectors often seek out original vintage models, viewing modern re-issues as appealing to those who desire a vintage look without the pursuit of historical movements.
- If Longines re-editions featured movements like the 30CH or 13ZN with modern improvements, they could command significantly higher prices and fill a gap for classic fine watchmaking chronographs at a more accessible luxury price point.
- The use of generic movements in re-issues, despite handsome aesthetics, can make them less interesting to some collectors who prioritize horological substance over mere replication of past designs.
- Specific design choices, such as the bezel and small seconds hand color, can significantly impact how closely a re-issue aligns with the original's aesthetic and legibility.
- There's a strong desire among enthusiasts for Longines to not only reproduce their great movements with modern improvements but also to infuse their extraordinary dials and cases with a contemporary twist, challenging established luxury brands.
- The absence of historically significant movements in re-edition pieces can lead to a perception of lacking 'soul,' even if the pricing reflects the movement choice.
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