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Brandon Skinner's recent acquisitions of a Tutima and a Sinn, despite their significant diameter difference, spark a crucial discussion on the role of watch size in collecting. His post challenges the conventional wisdom that diameter should be a limiting factor, advocating instead for the pure enjoyment of a timepiece. This editorial explores Skinner's perspective and the community's diverse opinions on watch dimensions and their impact on collecting choices.
I realized just now there is a pretty big diameter gap between the two... the Tutima is 38mm and the Sinn is 43mm. Moral of the story is I think its best not to let diameter limit your collecting and simply enjoy the view!
Key Points from the Discussion
- The author emphasizes that case shape and lug-to-lug measurements are more critical than diameter alone in determining how a watch wears on the wrist, illustrating this with examples from his own collection ranging from 36mm to 45mm.
- One collector notes a personal 'absolute' limit of 43mm for watch diameter, finding larger watches less enjoyable, despite appreciating the craftsmanship of brands that produce bigger pieces to accommodate complex movements.
- The author clarifies that his black Sinn EZM 1.1 was a long-desired acquisition, not competing with other pieces, and that some watches, particularly tool watches, benefit from a slightly thicker profile to enhance their 'vibe' and functionality.
- A fellow collector expresses interest in the black EZM 1.1, inquiring about its limited edition status, and mentions considering adding an EZM3 or early EZM2 Hydro to their collection.
- Another forum member proudly shares an image of an older version of the Sinn EZM 1.1, highlighting its Luminova dial and the noticeable lightness of its titanium construction.
- A collector shares his experience of owning watches ranging from 35.5mm to larger sizes, reinforcing the idea that personal preference for diameter can vary widely within a single collection.
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