Horological Meandering

To hopefully make this a bit more concrete, the idea would be to summarize all the possible brands mentioned in the original post and see which brands would probably get a higher take rate. I hope I have not forgotten any mentioned brands Following that s... 

1. So a list of the possible brands (alphabetically), with a yes, no, maybe by interested Purists? 1.01. Benzinger - Maybe 1.02. Chopard - Yes 1.03. Christiaan van der Klaauw - Yes 1.04. D. Dornblüth & Sohn - Yes 1.05. Grand Seiko - Yes 1.06. Habring2... 

Im new to the forum, so could you just educate me please as to which brands specifically support us all here, and is there an order to those - i.e. Which supports "the most" and so on (the forum especially)? Be great to know. Thanks in advance, Julian C.

But the ones with a brand sub-forum are generally supportive. Previous PuristSPro watches have been made by Bvlgari, Chopard, St. Gallen Horology and Paul Gerber (may have forgotten some). Hope that helps!

as (i) no Swatch Group company would do this and (ii) while Habring2 would be an attractive offering, they have just done there TZ LE as well as another one for a collector's group. Furthermore, they could only do a very limited number. Finally, shouldn't... 

I just listed all that I found in the original post, without making any choices, judgements or omissions - but the closeness is likely to very strongly influence the answers... I guess the number needed (if it is again 178 or a (much) smaller number) woul... 

I agree with Magnus that it should be a brand who support us and for what we stand for. I am open to most brands, basic or with complication, sporty or dressy and at a price that meets what we are getting. The box idea is OK... but honestly for me I do ha... 

Did not feel it was up to me to play the arbiter, so simply went through the original thread and collected the given answers into the list. There is another suggestion for an easier approach out there by another member - let\'s see if that works better. T... 

... however, since I imagine it quite difficult to have enough purists agree on the brand, style and price range for a anniversary watch, I\'d like to be brave and offer an alternative ;-) Many watch afficionados actually own multiple pieces. So what abou... 

Would personally still find a watch more special but if the box is the general preference...

The nice thing about a "community watch" is that it can be worn to community events. I like the idea of a community box, but it's harder to enjoy boxes together than it is to enjoy watches together. It might be good to have a community watch that comes pa... 

A combination, with the box being available separately, too

There is something about 'community' watches that just don't sit right with me. I guess, in the end, it is because there is ALWAYS going to be compromise when trying to meet the needs of so many.... and when buying a timepiece, regardless of cost, I would... 

1. 1.01 1.04 2. 2.02 3. 3.02 4 4.07 Julian PS I do like the idea of a travelling box as well

(1) 1.07 (2) 2.01 (3) 3.02 (4) 4.04

Was slowly beginning to think no one would be interested in the watch anymore

1. So a list of the possible brands (alphabetically), with a yes, no, maybe by interested Purists? Multiple answers possible 1.01. Benzinger. Yes 1.02. Chopard Yes 1.03. Christiaan van der Klaauw. Yes 1.04. D. Dornblüth & Sohn. Yes 1.05. Grand Seiko. Yes ... 

Benzinger, Ochs and Junior, JLC and Nomos. Would anyone think Pita is also a viable option? Don't we love supporting AHCI members Preferably in the 5000 eur range, or not too far from it? Looking forward to see how this progress!

Here are my preferences: 1. brands - 1.07 JLC, 1.09 Montblanc, or 1.10 Nomos 2. - 2.02 Elegant/Dressy 3. - 3.02 Three hands time only, 3.04 second time zone 4. - 4.07 5.000 Euros or less And I'm in for a watch case too. Regards, Henry

Duly noted

I feel Omega or Tudor would be best. Both brands have true horological heritage and price wise would fit in this range perfectly. But if they would play? Maybe a Hublot Classic? I\'m sure they would play ball as King of LE\'s.

The moderators have rightly pointed out that it should be one, which is close to the forum. Not sure if the two would play but could personally imagine both The next steps are now in their able hands and I am sure they will get back to us with concrete pr... 

if Omega would play. Swatch Group usually does not do it. Magnus

Because it would be very nice.

With the manual movement and no date? Priceless

But would love it if they did one nevertheless - even if not a PuristSPro Edition.

My take is: Montblanc, sports, less than 3000 euros. Cheers, Nilo

Could definitely imagine MB. Would that mean something from the Timewalker range, or do they have other sporty alternatives?

Manual wind, try and true non in house movement, meaning less costly. Bonuses: 1) The crown logo is only engraved. 2) Lots of dial real state to write whatever we decide. Cheers, Nilo ...  

How dare you ;-) MB has a long history with & connection to PPro. We should not forget this. Cheers, Magnus

Have a different lume on 1, 7, and 8, so they glow differently at night but one cannot tell the difference during the day?

While the movement is not the most exciting, it compensates with the affordability and the brand is definitely right in terms of connection to the forum. The design is as close to the Pythagore Aviation as one is likely to get, too...

but maybe we consider a variant of the order on the Vaucher (Private label)? Their have a large selection of movements and complications. vauchermanufacture - catalogue. ch

new brand "178" and they can make all 178 pcs.

Very interesting

1. Yes watches: 1.01. Benzinger 1.05. Grand Seiko 1.06. Habring2 1.14. RGM 1.17. Tudor 2. What type would you prefer? Multiple answers possible 2.02. Elegant / Dressy 3. What complication would you like? Multiple answers possible 3.01. Two hands, time onl... 

Much appreciated

The Reverso would be price competitive and would probably allow for a engraving on the case to make it memorable as a PPRO piece and ask for a social dial treatment with lumed numbers. A three hand watch would be my preference. Other considerations might ... 

The catalog anymore...

Have they?

How he does it, no one knows, the results speak for themselves, though

I could personally certainly picture all the options you have mentioned (including box)

I am curious about the importance of the number 178.

To have been told that it means something along the lines of, \'Together we prosper\' but maybe one of the moderators or long standing members can elaborate? In any case, the PuristSPro number and the ABR, one of the community watches here, has been produ... 

1) All would be acceptable for me. 2) Sporty 3) Three hands time only or Chronograph 4) € 7500

Really looking forward to the result

And I am sure we will be informed on the next steps in due course. Also looking forward to the project and the \'new watch\'

NT

Hi guys Great idea about a 15 year anniversary piece. MontBlanc is fine (has been mentioned before) but what about Paul Gerber. I know he did the 10 year anniversary too. I know he recently semi-retired but I\'m sure we could coax him out for a small seri... 

Like all the elements you mentioned, to be honest!

I know Paul Gerber\'s work is not to everyone\'s liking, but I hugely admire his pieces and the man himself

Wish I was there back in the day...

1. Brand- JLC, Omega, Rolex, Zenith (yes I prefer big names) 2. Function- time only, 2/3 hands 3. Steel 4. Price - really depending on brand

AFAIK JLC is out. Will see what the status is and get back to you.

But will meet some Purists soon and see if there is still a chance to find another way

Rolex Sporty and SS Any complication....maybe preference to a GMT as easy to do a colour combination unique to PPro Any price Andy.

but I fear Rolex will never do it

Enjoy this great GTG.

Especially as this forum does not like new Rolex's.....nearly every post is a vintage and posts about new pieces just vanish But there are a few of us who only collect new Rolex so if it is done I hope to be first on the list..!!! Andy.

After discussing the topic today with \'an expert\' I have a much better understanding of the issues involved in the project. Still, not all hope is dead Most of the brands that were discussed do not qualify for various reasons or were not interested. The... 

from today's GTG!!!

Looking forward to seeing if the discussed 1,5 options amount to something

First I will give specific answers. In these they would be Omega watches that could be easily created with existing parts, but have never been made. DeVille GMT Power Reserve. Both the caliber 2628 (dual time) and 2627 (power reserve) are based on the 250... 

Unfortunately we will seemingly not get Omega to play. There is another option being explored with a different manufacturer by the moderators at the moment

Since there are 1.5 possibilities (interesting to think about, sounds like 2 to me), why get feedback on them? I would imagine Dornblüth would be willing.

Before there is something that can be shared. The moderators will posts on progress

push really hard

Have you discussed it at the GTG, too?

not called crazy GTG for noting

Then I am confident of a this community watch happening

I cannot imagine Damjan offered up any for adoption

Not that I could see him surrendering his kids to anyone

imagine 2x more happiness

Yes you can

.aaand seal that deal

Two more kids and no more Volvo, or a community watch On a more serious note we are all indebted to Nico and the other mods, who have already invested lots of effort into the project. Let\'s hope it works out!

1. So a list of the possible brands (alphabetically), with a yes, no, maybe by interested Purists? Multiple answers possible 1.01. Benzinger N 1.02. Chopard N 1.03. Christiaan van der Klaauw N 1.04. D. Dornblüth & Sohn N 1.05. Grand Seiko Y 1.06. Habring2... 

Unfortunately most brands are not realistic (did not know that when making the thread - mea culpa). Nicolas should give us an update soon if the remaining 1,5 options are still on the table

I have not bought a watch in a while and hopefully a Forum watch will be my next :P