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There are many ways to admire a watch.
The first path is to respect hand-finished movements, cases etc. The second path is related to technical advancement.
I am almost sure that nowadays Rolex is the most robust and technically advanced watch. 3255 looks like a work of technical art. If I had to choose one watch it would definitely be a Rolex (or Lange, they are pretty reliable too).
At the same time almost all if not all Rolex watches are entirely produced by machines. The movements are not hand finished and covered by solid back. And the horological value of such watches is quite small. I don’t even mention Purists’ approach of ignoring silicon components.
Of course there are auctions that show us how valuable Rolex watches are but it is another story.
Long story short - in my opinion if you have serious money to spend on a watch - it should be at least hand finished.
The reality collection: 5 watches £15k
I think sometimes we can get a bit lost when it comes to how many are hobby is! The average salary in the Uk is £27,600 This made me think 5 watches to cover all bases Allow sone flex on RRP with some good bargains or a trip to the airport LOL 😂 Max budge...
1. I should have banned you from this thread 😂😂👍🏻 And
2. Ahhhemmmmm 3700????? I believe that is vintage dear Kari 😂😂😂😂😂👍🏻👍🏻
I can always sell that.
Mr. Thierry Stern asked for my other one and it ended to Patek Museum. So I could also let the first version 3700-001 go. Unfortunately probably only through an auction as the watch is perfect, with the Certificate and other papers plus original wallet an...
I would go for one all-arounder
and one dress Great theme Imran Have a nice Sunday Cheers D ...
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...first MY answer : this could surely be the first installment for my next Laurent Ferrier Double Spiral Tourbillon Then my answer to Your question : PP 5196 P (2nd hand) + Ming 17.01 blue I might be over the budget but never mind, I'm ready to eat only ...
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Have to be a one watch backpacker next year. Might chuck my Zenith Daytona on a red and black G10 strap and leave the box and papers at home. What other choices do I have?
Can we opt for Vintage / Secondhand?
An ave £3k per watch, so: 1) JLC Memovox - either with a classy black dial, or a funkier style 70's case. 2) Omega Speedmaster 125. 3) IWC Ingenieur 3521. 4) GP gyromatic hf (preferably no date) in SG. 5) Enicar Sherpa GMT / Traveler. Other than swimming ...
Thanks Miranda
There may even be some budget left over there for a 6th - a Doxa Diver perhaps? Best. Giles.
It is better to buy 1 good watch than 5 mediocre ones
The ones you mentioned have almost no horological value. If the idea is to definitely buy 5 I would suggest JLC as a watch for suit (Reverso 1931 or Master ultra thin), any mechanical grand seiko for casual purposes (Snowflake) or Rolex and 3 quartz watch...
Interesting, the Calatrava has historical significance
The Saxonia? I'd love to hear from you how the Saxonia makes the Datejust, Speedmaster and Tank mediocre If your argument is just about "finishing" then you need to ask a question How does a Valjoux Paul Newman make $17,700,000 The three I mentioned are i...
Personal preference tbh
The Calatrava would definitely be my main pick, but I do have a soft spot for the Saxona. Lange 1 is a mighty good choice too, but I personally like the symmetry and simplicity of the Saxonia as an everyday timepiece. This is all hypothetical of course. T...
Just a bubble riding on a hype train.
By the way I thought that this Rolex would reach something like $30 mil.
They have historical pedigree, but not horological value
The only real exception is the Omega. It has a wonderful caliber 1863. I do not mean the the watches you mentioned are low quality. They are good robust watches, but that’s all. The Paul Newman Rolex is more a symbol than a watch.
Rolex calibre 3255?
Nothing? I happy to be enlightened by your immense knowledge as to why this movement has no horological value Thanking you in advance Best imran
There are many ways to admire a watch.
The first path is to respect hand-finished movements, cases etc. The second path is related to technical advancement. I am almost sure that nowadays Rolex is the most robust and technically advanced watch. 3255 looks like a work of technical art. If I had...
Purists' or PuristS' ?
Since the silicon escapement parts are a key difference between the standard Zenith Tipo 2 ("Cairelli reedition") chronograph and the PuristS' P15 edition, I would think that the distinguished circle of puristS assembled here is well aware of the advantag...
Alex, we are definitely not going to agree LOL 😂, BUT I love your passion for horology
If you own a Patek I love you to share and review And even if you don’t , I hope we can enhance your love for this fabulous brand it’s rich history and horology in general Best Imran Ps if you have problem getting a lithograph PM me👍🏻
Speedmaster, Datejust and Tank
Three of horologies greatest icons Mediocre, I beg to differ
They are icons in terms of historical value.
But they have little in terms of horological value.
Agree
You can buy a Journe chronometer for such amount of cash. And forget about all of them the moment you did it
Buy a Rolex Explorer 1, the latest version or the 36mm, whichever fits better
Done. No need for any other watch, with suits, jeans, swimsuits, everything. Higher-end version answer: Breguet Marine 5817st, bought smartly.
I’d probably stay with the original flavor of your 5 except..
Maybe combine the value of the Tudor and the Tag to perhaps get a Sub or an Explorer 1. Or a PAM 372. Toss up between a Cartier or a Reverso (preferably the Rouge 1931). The DJ I’d switch to a DJ36 116200, silver, stick, oyster, flat bezel. Keep the Speed...
Thanks Echi, this is the value league that a lot collectors play in
loved your choices Best Imran
Interesting question
Hi Think my choices would be rather different. Though wouldn't disagree about the speedy. I'd want at least 1 JLC, and a nice alarm ( that could be one watch!) So Memovox or ultra thin. I'd also be tempted to look at used/ pre owned. Would make it all go ...
Here is my attempt Imran!
£15k is actually a lot to spend on 5 watches in my opinion and one can get some really good watches at this price. In fact, I am sure I could do a good 5 watches for £10k (sorry, just showing off here ) 1. Tudor Black Bay 36 - great value watch at under £...