Horological Meandering

If it’s about essentials or functions and even simply down to Time only watches, these 3 brands already have some much variations in metals, shapes, sizes, plus some functions of diving and/or antimagnetic capabilities. Don’t you love this hobby? But duri...  

of pure beauty. Many congrats! You ARE a collector in the best manner! 😊 Best Thomas

I’ve done my homework cherry picking. You made my day. Cheers.

I actually find myself liking the Railmaster the most. If you put it on paper I would probably be my last choice. Go figure. Beautiful piece.

That’s why forum policy not to discuss price makes sense. We’re easily blind sighted with bias 😇

I have always been aesthetics first. I’ve never been a huge fan of the omega aesthetic and I am a huge fan of that particular Patek and the A Lange builds. Hence my statement. The railmaster reminds me of the Le Coultre tool watches from the 50’s and 60’s... 

Putting the ones I listed on “paper” does show the RM being the least. This RM with the bubbly sapphire crystal is actually very photogenic.

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I don't want to be called a collector if I can have privilege of owning these watches in my watch box.

I know the top time-only watches may be from the best Indies like PD, KV, GF but that’s another league. Like you, I’m also happy with these from major brands.

My only time only with date is this one: The Rolex sports model cannot count since they have more functions. I can live with a lot of time/date watches that comes with 324 movements too, if you know what I mean 😬 ...  

But all 6 are fantastic watches of course. Thanks for sharing your beauties. Best,

The dream RL will be the RL Jumping Seconds or PLM of course but that’s a different level too. You’re very welcome my friend. Cheers 👍🏻

I really like these "time only" watches.

Setting these are really easy, don’t even have to worry AM or PM.

So once i said to myself that i dont wanna be a collector, i feel much happier. From your collection, i liked your Railmaster the most. When i would try to think like i collector, i would had to say 5522 for its rarity and special place within the PP line... 

My collection theme is to have variety and minimize redundancy. That’s why I’ll not have like eg, 10 Doxas with different dial colors I know some collectors do and they are real collectors 👍🏻😬

Someone who curates such a variety, is a collector! All superb, and since everyone chose a favorite, all dough hard, I’ll vote for the Patek 5196. Thank you for showing us this beauties.

So kind of you so I’ll be a collector going forward, though “clueless” how this watch collecting has become, lol, but glad to ride the wave or jump on the bandwagon. The 5196 is very charming and every Time I strap it on, I kept peeking at it. Good taste ... 

like most at 3 or 6 or 12 o’clock position, just not at the 4:30pm. Funny why no one puts it at the 9 o’clock position? Maybe most brands design it for right handed people who wears it on their left hand so it doesn’t hide in cuffs. Time only makes it pur... 

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To be or not to be. (Shakespeare) In my case it is an interest. Collection is growing, and each year i knew which watch i wil enrich my collection. These are on my list. -Bvlgari -Baume and Mercier -Vulcain -IWC If no borders where on the road. -F.P. Jour... 

It is good to have a clear list so the destination is set. Your list covered a lot of bases and 3 of 4 complications are also my wish list too.

Go to hear that you do it the same way. The downside is, no surprises. The outcome is the bought of watches which satisfied me a lot. I chosen for the great feeling, and not buy a lot in a short term. A nice watch is for me not a bottle of orange soda. Ex... 

every one of them are elegant & understated...esp. your first picture sums-up all !! well chosen. Best, mahesh.,

With limited funds, I have to be very, very selective 😉