Luxury Watch Community Gathering

Dr No · 2022-04-17T11:05:28Z

Explore a WatchProSite collector's gathering featuring F.P. Journe, Grand Seiko, and vintage Omega. Dr No shares insights into diverse collections.

Dr No, a long-standing member of the WatchProSite community, shares a captivating photo report from a recent gathering of watch collectors. After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 'alphabet soup gang' reconvened at their traditional meeting spot, an authentic English pub in Southern California. Dr No's post offers a rare glimpse into the camaraderie and diverse horological tastes of this passionate group, showcasing an array of timepieces from avant-garde independent brands to vintage classics.

. . . for the first time in over two years. Covid put a halt to our tri-annual gatherings for a year, and out of an abundance of caution we met up twice last year at members' homes. Glad to finally be back on track!

(Our Round Table is behind the second pillar.)

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The gathering featured an impressive display of new acquisitions, including pieces from Arnold & Son, Vacheron Constantin, Grand Seiko, and Jaeger-LeCoultre, highlighting a collector's active pursuit of diverse horological excellence.
A pair of F.P. Journe timepieces was presented, underscoring the brand's esteemed status among collectors, humorously referred to as a 'winning hand in watch poker'.
One collector showcased a Grand Seiko with a distinctive red plank dial, drawing a unique comparison to redwood wine vats, suggesting a connection between horological appreciation and other refined tastes like oenophilia.
The event also featured a vintage Omega collection, demonstrating the group's appreciation for historical timepieces alongside contemporary and independent brands.
The gathering was not only about watches but also fostered broader discussions, including old movies, food, and beer, emphasizing the social and community aspects of these collector meetings.
The choice of venue, an authentic English pub with British bartenders, contributed significantly to the unique atmosphere of the gathering, enhancing the overall experience for the collectors.

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Cpt Scarlet

Apr 17, 2022

can you share any watch shots ?

Dr No

Apr 17, 2022

. . . Grand Seiko. The red plank dial reminds me of the redwood wine vats at a certain downtown LA winery. I'll bet A is an oenophile, too.

Dr No

Apr 17, 2022

. . . and btw, the background for each photo is my pint of London Pride. 🇬🇧

Cpt Scarlet

Apr 17, 2022

I drove past the place only yesterday 🤔

Dr No

Apr 17, 2022

. . . and perhaps a few others. (I'll update this post when I get his list.)

Dr No

Apr 17, 2022

. . . but both are eye-catching. Wait for Mr C's GS, though, for the urushi show-stopper! [Correction: both the Rolex and GS belong to Mr A.]

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