Two Watch Collection: Ideal Collection Guide

als1678 · 2024-04-17T16:37:24Z

Explore the ultimate two-watch collection featuring Vianney Halter. Dive into collector insights on lug design, movement finishing, and the enduring appeal of the Classic.

In a thought-provoking post, als1678 challenges the WatchProSite community to envision their ultimate two-watch collection, sparking a fascinating discussion about horological discipline and personal grail pieces. This exercise goes beyond mere aesthetics, delving into the nuanced considerations that shape a truly curated collection. als1678's initial selections serve as a compelling starting point for a deeper exploration of collecting philosophy.

Key Points from the Discussion

The lug-to-lug distance on the prototype was slightly too large, but redesigned lugs are expected for the production model, potentially reducing the overall size and improving wearability.
While acknowledging technical upgrades, the original Vianney Halter Classic is preferred for its aesthetic and the hand finishing on the anglage of the bridges, which was machine-done on the Anniversary piece.
The Vianney Halter Art Deco Metropolis, based on the Classic, is highlighted as an amazing and unique piece, with additional images shared to showcase its design.
The 40mm case of the latest Classic, despite its design and execution, is considered oversized by some due to its prominent lugs, leading to a preference for the original VH Classic.
The movement finishing has been significantly enhanced in models released after the Anniversary, specifically in the Scriptura and Liberty, with improvements to the mainplate and bridges.
The Banu is recognized as a unique and beautifully executed watch, deserving a top spot in a two-watch collection.

The Discussion

amanico

Apr 17, 2024

Special mention for this VH.

als1678

Apr 17, 2024

Voutilainen has one, the number before mine. So maybe not a bad watch indeed.

Chicolini

Apr 17, 2024

Have you seen the new Vianney

Halter Art Deco Metropolis based upon the Classic? It's amazing! The photos below are not mine.

als1678

Apr 17, 2024

Thank you! I have seen some photos, not as good as those though.

I agree, incredible watch that takes the classic into a totally different direction!

Tim Jackson

Apr 19, 2024

Eddy, it’s really good, however too big for me.

At 40mm, the case with those amazing lugs gets to be over size for me. Love the design, and execution of the latest Classic, for though, it’s the original that holds the top spot for a VH Classic. Not to mention that the hand finishing in the original series, is not found on the current crop of Strehler based calibers used since the Anniversary Classic was introduced. Cheers, Tim

Tim Jackson

Apr 19, 2024

Forgot my pics from AHCI Master of Horology event last week!

Cheers, Tim

Two Watch Collection: Ideal Collection Guide

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