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Remarque's annual reflection on his most and least worn watches offers a fascinating glimpse into the practicalities and emotional connections that shape a collector's choices. This thread, initiated in late 2020, captures a unique moment in time, as the global pandemic significantly altered daily routines and, consequently, watch wearing habits. His personal selections, a Tudor Black Bay GMT and a JLC TTG 1958, serve as a springboard for the community to share their own insights into what makes a watch a daily companion or an occasional indulgence.
Least: Nomos Super 30. Just a bit too light for my wrist, yet with a very nice vintage touch.
Most: omega speedmaster co-axial master chronometer racing Least: Audemars Piguet Royal oak 15400. With two toddlers at home, this scratch magnet with no substantial shock resistance had to take a back seat. It got called off of the bench though, when the Batman and Sinn U50S had to be sent for service
My most during full year 2020... But my most for the past 4 months since I have it... And my least that I love also but probably fear to scratch as imo this one is beautiful only in impeccable condition...
I wore the Rolex AK most, and the AP Royal Oak Dual time least. Why I wore the AK most: I like the curved pebble-like case sides, the balance of weight (not top-heavy), and the simplicity with an edge of the design. It is almost rakish and rebellious. The micro-adjustment on the bracelet is a very useful feature. Why I wore the RO least: Honestly, my wrist swells with the hot weather, and there is no micro-adjustment. The watch wears tight on hot days. I gotta get the bracelet adjusted (left the
My most worn was this one, mostly since it was the one watch I had during quarantine from March to July. And my least worn was this VC since I haven’t needed a dress watch since March... But this new acquisition has hardly left my wrist since I got it in September. Thanks again to Bill for the great recommendation! I sure hope 2021 brings about more opportunities to Wes something for travel or formal occasions. Best holiday wishes. AH
I’d likely wear it the most. Gave my skyfall piece to my sister because I wanted her to have something nice, but I didn’t have anything else to give her. Not a common choice of many purists to pick the AQ but it is one of my favourite pieces due to the simplicity and robustness of it. My only gripe was the lack of micro-adjustment on the bracelet (which could make the AQ a perfect watch in my eyes) I will get another Omega this year, maybe the AQ Worldtimer. Gotta save up now. Have a good one Re
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