Louis Vuitton Tambour: New Release Overview
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Louis Vuitton Tambour: New Release Overview

By terbaboom · Sep 2, 2023 · 31 replies
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In a world where luxury watch releases often come with immediate fanfare, terbaboom's hands-on experience with the new Louis Vuitton Tambour raises a pertinent question about the perceived scarcity and delivery timelines of highly anticipated models. His initial impressions, captured through personal wrist shots, provide a valuable first look for collectors considering this significant release from Louis Vuitton.

managed to try them on at the local boutique and they do feel comfortable on the wrist. i quite like how they look, but am a little put off by the delivery time which is next year June for the stainless steel if i pay the deposit now. you wonder if the waiting time is artificial







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pw927
Sep 2, 2023

It is a nice watch. I feel the wait is artificial and a “tactic” to make this feel more coveted than it actually is. If resources were scant, it would be better suited to get these into the hands of clients who ordered them upon announcement as opposed to drumming up news with new materials, a potential sequel already in the works and props on the wrist of every third person with a watch-related Instagram account. For what it’s worth, I placed a deposit the day of announcement but after recently

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MiguelFlash
Sep 2, 2023

As I don’t believe the demand for this watch is very big at ail. But I could be wrong, though I doubt it.

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S F
Sep 2, 2023

At least the boutique is certain to be able to deliver in Jun24. To wait 6-9 months nowadays seems common even for a standard offering. Perhaps Bulgari has not ramped up production while assessing demand?

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patrick_y
Sep 2, 2023

Tambour means "drum" in French. The name was bestowed on this watch because the previous line of LV watches was called Tambour. BUT, the previous line of watches actually looked like a drum. This one is much thinner and doesn't look like a drum. The music industry "manufactures" bands to fit specific genres and then they market them to a specific audience. For instance, they'll force together a team of young boys who don't even know each other and want to sing with each other, just because marke

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VinnieD
Sep 2, 2023

even without handling the watch

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christianch
Sep 2, 2023

initially Quarz then I upgraded to their mechanical diver 😅 They really did a great job in creating a new movement and revamping the line. This said, I am totally fully booked in the integrated bracelet department and after the Laurent Ferrier Sport I am done ! I still think it will be very successful.

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