Horological Meandering

In 1972 the producers of The Great Gatsby decided to ask a young designer to put together the wardrobe for the 1920’s era; something timeless and yet recognizable as the ‘roaring twenties’. Ralph Lauren produced a seamless vision of what Gatsby’s world wo...  

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g The watch was on consignment to me for a month. I wound the watch every day, first thing in the morning. I did not adjust the time once in the month and simply let the watch run through the hours and minutes of the day. I have a clock that is synchroniz...  

"Fashion for the masses" but this is so tastefully articulated...

Purple Label for men and Collection for women that is not for the masses at all! The RL line of watches fits in with the haute end of the label. Independent of whose name is on the front or back of a watch, I prefer to look at the quality of the watch, an... 

If only the name didn't have such a "low common denominator" impression for me.

see through caseback and blue hands. Seems the latter is reserved for platinum.

The price point for this watch puts it in direct competition with known and loved alternatives such as the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony and the Piaget Altiplano. I would argue that this is a worthy competitor for all the reasons mentioned. The additional...  

for transforming the exprince to us in this detailed and rounded report ... personally as soon as i saw the RL collection i said thats it... this is the winner for me at least. Faisal

...and the macros of the dial and case certainly make a good argument for this watch to be considered for inclusion in any well-heeled watch box. I think it's an impressive offering and most definitely not a "fashion" watch, but I just can't get excited a... 

I really like the guillochage of the bezel: it gives a very unique touch to this elegant watch. For me, the best of the RL collection. Fr.Xavier

In bold? Thanks for review and pics Cheers PAt

is the emphasis on pushing the name rather than let the fashion do the talking. It could have been worse, and I think they used remarkable restraint.

your remarks concerning the dial and bezel, and how their tactile nature plays with light, were especially illuminating. Hopefully I'll have a chance to visit the Ralph Lauren boutique tomorrow.... Jason

A very classy watch and your review was a pleasure to read. I didn't know that RL did the clothes for the Redford Great Gatsby, which happens to be one of my favorite movies made from my favorite book. The engine-turned design is inspired and very well ex... 

tee530, The manual wind ultra thin movement in the Ralph Lauren was most likely a Piaget 430P. As the movement specialist in the Richemont Group (together with JLC), many a watch from sister brands have been 'influenced', designed, tested or made by Piage...  

that RL has actually done a good job with its new line of watches. Stupendous pictures, makes you want to see it in real life; Best regards, George

which says a lot about the watch. Like you say the dial and case work is top notch, and I love the design that is reminiscent of vintage pocket watches. - SJX

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Since I have a small wrist, I was wondering if the 38mm version has the same dial size but a thinner bezel... Have you seen the 38mm?

If i hadn't already have some dress watches,i would certainly consider this---it's classic elegance and finesse is enticing,and a fine movement to boot! However, one can only have so many dress watches! Thanks for highlighting this beauty best henry

I am wondering what Mr. Hayek will say about this watch if he has the opportunity to see it? Regards Ling

to my mind and eye, it is a mistake to add texture to both the dial and bezel. I would always prefer the contrast of one being smooth. Also, I find the font to be inconsistent with the attempt to create an elegant timepiece, as it strikes me as being rath... 

great, I guess the next step is a Hugo Boss watch with a patek movement.. seriously? I don't care for a ralph lauren brand to make a watch cool. I want OEM to be making watches with the art of watch making at the forefront of motivation, not some clothing... 

If you apply that logic to Cartier, which started out in 1847 as a jeweler, there would be no Tank watch. Apple woulld not have done the iphone, or iTunes, Sony, which started out doing transister radio's would be what it is today. Ralph Lauren has always...