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In Honor and Memory of our dear Captain Scarlet
We have just lost a key and very dear member of our community. What a sad and painful loss!
To honor his memory, here are the three watches from his collection that he himself selected for the Wrist Scan edition of July 2024 dedicated to "The Special One."
Three watches that were infinitely dear to his heart, which now rests in peace.
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts of support are with his family and friends.
Best, Emmanuel
“The Special One”
The Patek Philippe Nautilus ref. 5980/1A-001, about which he wrote:
“My first watch is the mighty Nautilus Chronograph… It won’t be leaving my collection… A design classic… I still admire and appreciate it every time I look at it…”
“Special Mission”
An Omega Speedmaster about which he wrote:
“My second watch for this weekend is the ledgendary Omega Speedmaster.
This Speedmaster is a special one for me as it took me many years to find it. It’s from 1967 with the rare case produced by Centrale Boîtes and is the same reference that went to the moon on the wrist of Neil Armstrong.”
“The One”
A vintage Patek Philippe (which I believe to be a ref. 2434) and about which he wrote:
“My final choice is the first Patek Philippe watch that I owned and started my passion for the legendary watch maker.
It’s also the watch that I wore on my wedding day and will always be with me on my wrist and in my heart…”
credit to all photos: Cpt Scarlet
In Honor and Memory of our dear Captain Scarlet
We have just lost a key and very dear member of our community. What a sad and painful loss! To honor his memory , here are the three watches from his collection that he himself selected for the Wrist Scan edition of July 2024 dedicated to " The Special On...
This is incredibly sad 😢
I am devastated to hear the news. He was a pillar of the community and the lifeblood not only of the Wristscan forum but of WPS more generally over many years. He will be sorely missed! His generosity, kindness, knowledge and passion for things horologica...
Yes, it's terribly sad.
Even I, a relatively new member of WPS, feel what a huge loss this is for us. That's why I couldn't imagine posting anything other than a tribute to him today. And of course, I am thinking of his family and friends with the greatest sympathy. Best, Emmanu...
And many others
(Prestige de le France, 5905/1A, 5168G, Roger Dubuis Much More, Daytona, Speedy Moonshine, etc.). That is why I preferred to stick to the three that he himself chose as the jewels of his collection.
That’s made me cry
Thank you so many memories with the fabulous man that chose to spend 42 years with me 💔
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Please accept my warmest condolences. I truly hope that the memories of all the moments you shared with him, which remain indestructible despite his passing, will bring you some comfort in this painful time of grief. With all my heart, I am with you. And ...
I can easily imagine the immense void left by his passing.
This is of course no consolation, but great sorrow is a sign of great love and of a wonderful relationship, which is more precious than anything... We are truly with you in spirit and with all our hearts.
Yes, and several other watches...
We will miss this very friendly member and refined collector very much. Best, Emmanuel
Thanks Emmanuel, that’s a lovely tribute to the Captain.
And some wonderful watches. All the best, Jon
Thank you, Jon.
Paying tribute to the Captain was essential. All the best to you, Emmanuel
Sincere condolences to his family!
At the moment I’m short for words, but it was a great pleasure knowing him(virtually), and reading his wonderful posts… May he rest in peace!😢
Very saddened to hear this !
He was a gentle soul with a heart of gold and great sense of humour. Will miss him! RIP dear Captain!
Our Dear Captain - May he rest in peace.
This is a loss that will be felt across the entire community. Captain Scarlett was a pillar of this place. His posts had a warmth and wit that made you stop scrolling and actually read. He brought more than watches to the conversation. He brought life. I ...
Yes, Bill, it is so sad to see our dear captain, one of the pillars of our community, pass away.
We will miss him very much. Best, Emmanuel
I am shocked and saddened to
wake up to this very tragic news. My heart goes out to the family and all of those touched by him. What a loss this is. A beautiful tribute you have written. Thank you for it. We will remember him.
Completely shocking and saddening indeed.
Paying tribute to him and expressing our solidarity with his loved ones are the only good things we can do. Best, Emmanuel
Yes, he was full of warmth and kindness.
How sad that he will no longer be with us. Best, Emmanuel
This is terrible news and a huge loss to this community...
Thank you for this moving tribute to someone so special to this forum and my prayers go out to Captain's family and close friends.
Paying tribute to our dear Captain
was the least we could do. His passing away is such a terribly sad news... Best, Emmanuel
Deeply shocked to learn of the passing of Captain Scarlet.
May Captain rest in peace and my deepest condolences to Mrs Scarlet. Captain will always remain in our hearts.
Deeply shocking indeed.
Thank you for participating to the Memorial Book, Henry. Best, Emmanuel
Thank you so much for this beautiful post remembering the favorite watches…
… of our dear Captain. The square Patek (actually his first PP) was truly his favorite and his wedding watch which he shown in several opportunities making clear it was so special for him. We will miss so much our dear Captain and will never forget him. R...
My dear Abel,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of our dear Captain and I fully understand the profound grief of his family and friends, of which you are definitely one. I have always had a special affection for his Patek Philippe, as it represents what I love most a...
Dear Emmanuel: Thank you so much for your too kind and warm answer. We share the sadness indeed. This was so undexpected for us here in our place.
You say well about the affection of our dear Captain for this watch which you have so well described. Being the watch worn during his marriage ceremony made it so specially for him. I join you wishing he is resting in peace now. Of course I understand you...