KMII[Montblanc Moderator]
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My answers...
Feb 18, 2016,02:24 AM
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 - Yes
1.07. JLC - Yes
1.08. JS Watch Company - Maybe
1.09. Montblanc - Yes
1.10. Nomos - Yes
1.11. Ochs & Junior - Yes
1.12. Omega - Yes
1.13. Panerai - Yes
1.14. RGM - Yes
1.15. Rolex - Yes
1.16. SevenFriday - Maybe
1.17. Tudor - Yes
1.18. Zenith - Yes
2. What type would you prefer?
2.01. Sporty - Yes
2.02. Elegant / Dressy - Yes
3. What complication would you like?
3.01. Two hands, time only - Yes
3.02. Three hands time only - Yes
3.03. Chrono - Yes
3.04. Second time zone - Yes
3.05. Calendar (if yes, specify if date, day date...) - Maybe
4. Where would your price pain treshold for a PuristSPro 15th anniversary watch lie?
4.01. €2.000
4.02. €2.500
4.03. €3.000
4.04. €3.500
4.05. €4.000
4.06. €4.500
4.07. €5.000
4.08. €5.500
4.09. €6.000
4.10. €6.500
4.11. €7.000
4.12. €7.500 - Yes
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My answers...
By: KMII : February 18th, 2016-02:24
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...
Brand details please.
By: Julian C : July 30th, 2016-05:33
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.
Probably not the right person to answer this
By: KMII : July 30th, 2016-06:40
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!
I think we could clean up this list a bit...
By: Ornatus-Mundi : February 18th, 2016-02:29
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...
Agree definitely that it should be a brand close to PPro
By: KMII : February 18th, 2016-02:35
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...
Its a tough list... with too many choices
By: andrewluff : February 19th, 2016-13:11
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...
Many for sure...
By: KMII : February 19th, 2016-21:27
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...
My apologies in case I distract from the original idea...
By: shortys home : February 18th, 2016-04:09
... 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...
Certainly a possibility...
By: KMII : February 18th, 2016-08:34
Would personally still find a watch more special but if the box is the general preference...
Would it or should it be a portable box?
By: mkvc : February 18th, 2016-22:27
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...
This is a good idea...
By: ik2000 : February 18th, 2016-14:29
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...
my responses
By: watch-guy.com : February 18th, 2016-11:29
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
My 2¢
By: reintitan : February 18th, 2016-22:06
(1) 1.07 (2) 2.01 (3) 3.02 (4) 4.04
Thank you for your input!
By: KMII : February 18th, 2016-22:16
Was slowly beginning to think no one would be interested in the watch anymore
Here are my answers:
By: Ronald Held : February 19th, 2016-13:15
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 ...
Just found this thread :)
By: sidneyc : February 20th, 2016-00:35
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!
Anniversary Watch
By: riverside / Henry : February 22nd, 2016-05:30
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
If the price has to be around €5K
By: Arie - Mr Orange : February 22nd, 2016-13:40
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.
As for brand...
By: KMII : February 22nd, 2016-20:20
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...
+1. [nt]
By: amanico : February 22nd, 2016-23:39
That's too bad
By: Arie - Mr Orange : February 23rd, 2016-01:42
Because it would be very nice.
Thanks!
By: KMII : February 22nd, 2016-20:22
Could definitely imagine MB. Would that mean something from the Timewalker range, or do they have other sporty alternatives?
I like the 1858 small seconds ...
By: nilomis : February 23rd, 2016-05:55
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 ...
+1
By: KMII : February 23rd, 2016-09:22
Have a different lume on 1, 7, and 8, so they glow differently at night but one cannot tell the difference during the day?
Not at all bad...
By: KMII : February 23rd, 2016-09:42
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...
Maybe late,
By: Rubar : February 23rd, 2016-01:19
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
Yes,
By: Rubar : February 23rd, 2016-01:43
new brand "178" and they can make all 178 pcs.
Here's my 2 cents.
By: cpcowy : February 23rd, 2016-07:24
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...
Thanks for your input Mitch!
By: KMII : February 23rd, 2016-11:42
I could personally certainly picture all the options you have mentioned (including box)
Being new around here
By: TheMadDruid : February 23rd, 2016-12:13
I am curious about the importance of the number 178.
I believe...
By: KMII : February 23rd, 2016-12:21
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...
;) [nt]
By: amanico : February 23rd, 2016-13:36
Hmmmmm......
By: big daddy : February 23rd, 2016-23:35
1) All would be acceptable for me. 2) Sporty 3) Three hands time only or Chronograph 4) € 7500
Thanks.
By: willski : July 29th, 2016-12:37
Anniversary piece - Paul Gerber?
By: Bounce781 : July 29th, 2016-21:29
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...
Thanks
By: Bounce781 : July 30th, 2016-05:24
I know Paul Gerber\'s work is not to everyone\'s liking, but I hugely admire his pieces and the man himself
My answers
By: happyguy1688 : July 30th, 2016-06:32
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
Thanks for the input!
By: KMII : July 30th, 2016-06:45
AFAIK JLC is out. Will see what the status is and get back to you.
I'll keep it simple....
By: Andy : August 9th, 2016-13:08
Rolex Sporty and SS Any complication....maybe preference to a GMT as easy to do a colour combination unique to PPro Any price Andy.
Unlikely.....
By: Andy : August 10th, 2016-05:08
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.
So, the status...
By: KMII : August 10th, 2016-11:22
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...
....but of course...
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : August 21st, 2016-03:25
not called crazy GTG for noting
Excellent!
By: KMII : August 21st, 2016-03:32
Then I am confident of a this community watch happening
;) [nt]
By: amanico : August 21st, 2016-03:45
LOL. [nt]
By: amanico : August 21st, 2016-02:05
;) [nt]
By: KMII : August 21st, 2016-02:12
Of course...BUT...
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : August 21st, 2016-04:30
imagine 2x more happiness
Maybe we need to phrase it like a choice...
By: KMII : August 21st, 2016-03:59
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!
My answers
By: Harry2 : August 21st, 2016-01:30
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...
Thanks :)
By: KMII : August 21st, 2016-01:35
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
Looking forward to it!!!
By: MattA : August 21st, 2016-02:05
I have not bought a watch in a while and hopefully a Forum watch will be my next :P