Horological Meandering

If there is one type of watches that I like above all others it's got to be chronographs. Here is what I actually have : a mix of styles,materials,colors ...and price points. And I can assure you that the modest Hamilton gives me as much wearing pleasure ...  

and what a marvelous collection that is. Kurt

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I am afraid however that it would be way too imposing for my wrist ...and style.

..or any other nice vintage chronograph. As for the Laureato, I have aleady the blue dial 3 hand version ....

wear and maintain all of those beauties?

But then I have another 3 such boxes with non-chronograph watches that also demand attention .

You covered all the 4 brands I like and it's tough for me to make any suggestion....maybe an Omega 321?

As I like visual diversity it would also fit well into the collection.

A Carrera would be my choice but many folks also love the Monaco (which would surely stand out in your collection).

Unfortunately it is not a good match for my wrist.

What about a Seiko Prospex automatic chronograph SRQ037J1 ? 8R45 movement, 42.5mm, 10bar resistance, see-through case back… I think it has a lot of character ! ...  

I will try to see one of those.

I tried one a few weeks ago and I was impressed by its high end look and feel in the metal, and very wearable for its size. Also I thought that the price (around 3500€ if I remember correctly) was more than fair! Keep us updated, your collection is defini... 

I would aim for an El Primero, one of the most iconic and important chronographs.

Great collection! All the best, Jon

Maybe a nice independent for that empty space 😉

Perhaps the Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance, or one of Czapec's available chronos. I also noticed that you're missing one of the Holy Trinity's chronos...? 😉.

As for the missing VC...maybe one day....

Of course, the VC Corne de Vache would be a dream piece. The only thing that is holding me back is that my Breguet has basically the same movement and I like diversity ....

From the movement side one of the best highend chronographs on the market .

And rightfully so as it is one of the most attractive chronographs on the market.

But current market prices are too extreme...

And given the fantastic collection you have, with the range of brands and price points either would fit right in. So too might a Moser or Singer with the Agenhor movement.

but I am a big fan of your collection! I think your collection is outstanding, Gerard. Those are really great pieces. A really impressive collection! Many congrats Thomas

As for that 'empty slot challenge,' sometimes I feel it's worth keeping it that way as a visual reminder that there's a world of possibility out there. At the same time it's so satisfying to have a full box to contemplate. If you do go ahead and fill it, ...