That GF is lovely Hussam

Nov 21, 2021,15:42 PM
 

but rather large at 46.5mm don't you think?!  Would a 41.4mm Signature One be a more wearable watch and a great choice for a one watch collection?!  My other candidates for a one watch collection would be a Voutialinen 28E, a Roger Smith Series 1, a Charles Frodsham or a Gronefeld Remontoire.  My bias might seem to be towards high end dress watches but at the other end of the scale a Grand Seiko SBGY 007 would also tick all the boxes for me.



The Voutilainen 28E




The Roger Smith Series 1




The Charles Frodsham Double Impulse Chronometer




The Gronefeld Remontoire




The Grand Seiko SBGY007



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Your perfect one-watch collection.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:02
I was discussing, with another purist, the choice of consolidating to a one-watch collection. We both agreed that there would be merits to doing so, but couldn’t agree on what kind of timepiece would fulfill the requirements of such a collection. Hypothet...  

Oh wow. I like it; you went 'real big'.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:28
since it would be your only, would there be situations in which you would feel uncomfortable wearing the watch (or where it would be out of place)?

If you mean uncomfortable because it would attract attention, no -- my preferred styling for such a watch would be fairly sterile on the dial side.

 
 By: LK : November 22nd, 2021-00:02
Going to Les Cabinotiers would be about having my ideal complications (alarm-related) in one watch, not really about the artistry (which they are certainly capable of). But this is extremely hypothetical because (among other reasons) I already have essent... 

You answered my question , very succinctly.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-04:09
And sentimental watches will always win

you never stood a chance, Nico. :-)

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:29

I have to agree! :))))

 
 By: amanico : November 21st, 2021-15:45

I've been a one-watch guy since my first acquisition 3 years ago...

 
 By: jleno : November 21st, 2021-15:35
A combination of luck and patience, but I ended up with something I thought was incredible. A very elegant Moritz Grossmann Tefnut, incredibly well finished, white gold, enamel dial, a perfect size for me at 36mm, and piece unique on top of that! Overall,...  

That makes it 2 votes for unique-piece mortiz grossman's; the originally-mentioned fellow-purist went for a mortiz grossman unique piece as well.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:41
your's is gorgeous. hat's off to you my friend; you have achieved horological nirvana.

Nice to see this lovely piece once again!

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-15:46
Mine says hello! ...  

Thank you Nico!

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-15:56
Grossmann at its best in my opinion

+1.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:00
Not the best distribution and management strategies, if i may say so. that's what held me back.

Agreed but

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-16:03
some of their watches are just too beautiful to resist - both dial and movement are exquisitely finished, arguably the best from Glashutte and would give Lang & Heyne a run for their money.

Alas.

 
 By: amanico : November 21st, 2021-16:15

Great to see yours again, Sham!

 
 By: jleno : November 21st, 2021-15:50
Definitely worthy of one-watch choice!

If I had to get rid of all my watches today and keep just one,

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-15:59
it would be this Grossmann for sure.

you just pulled a 'check-mate' move.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:00

Thank you for saying so!

 
 By: sham1 : November 22nd, 2021-10:57

Thanks, Fab!

 
 By: jleno : November 21st, 2021-19:31
Indeed, I was very fortunate to win this one. And as you said, the hands are probably my favorite thing about it!

That GF is lovely Hussam

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-15:42
but rather large at 46.5mm don't you think?! Would a 41.4mm Signature One be a more wearable watch and a great choice for a one watch collection?! My other candidates for a one watch collection would be a Voutialinen 28E, a Roger Smith Series 1, a Charles...  

So a signature 1 would be your weapon of choice? I believe that that is the only watch [in that list] that isn't currently in your stable or on it's way to your stable.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:47
I wouldn't argue with you, but would hope that its 3 ATM water resistance isn't a case of overpromising and underdelivering ..and thanks for calling me out on rocking 46.6mm on my puny 6.5 inch wrist

A Signature 1 would be my preference

 
 By: sham1 : November 21st, 2021-15:56
if I were to pick a watch from the GF stable but I am more of a dress watch guy so a modest Voutilainen 28E in a custom made 37mm case would be my number one choice. A wearable simple time only watch.

This would be hard

 
 By: TeutonicCarFan : November 21st, 2021-15:44
From vacheron website As the one watch I'd want wouldn't likely be a good watch for day to day activities in regards to finish holding up and not messing with the complications. Patek 5970 comes to mind as the one watch I'd want. A grail. Something more v...  

had never seen a 5970 before today, and that was purely-virtual thanks for Mike H and Mahesh!

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-15:51
Let's keep it at that, because grails are allowed. That being said, these new VC ultrathin perpetuals are formidable. plenty of water resistance too, if i recall correctly. And with that avant-garde easy-change strap system, you can dress it for the pool,... 

Unthinkable

 
 By: Weems@8 : November 21st, 2021-16:00
and discussable.

Lol. Let's discuss

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:12

In my heydays of collecting

 
 By: Weems@8 : November 21st, 2021-19:15
Yesterday i’ve got my milestone of 5 mechanical watches. I can only think about expanding, so let’s make all bigger, better, faster.

Nice Kanye West reference 💪🏿👌🏿👍🏿.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-19:22
What new piece did you get? Did I miss the “incoming” post ? Congrats!

This bird flied to my collection

 
 By: Weems@8 : November 21st, 2021-20:35
Revue Thommen. Resurrected some decades ago. I seen it at an auction website and started to bid. I was looking for a Roamer or Louis Erard. Came through this watch, a Airspeed day date per accident. Not expensive what so ever, but good enough to enjoy it....  

I couldn't settle for one watch at the present time. This might change but as of now, no, I need the variety

 
 By: Rosneathian : November 21st, 2021-16:03
Perhaps this is because I'm a promiscuous dabbler and view monogamy in watches as needlessly restrictive. I don't know. There are too many qualities in too many watches that I want to savour, and it would be difficult if not impossible to find them all bu... 

LOL @ "a herd of cow".

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:11
One day I want to take a sabbatical from my job (and family?) and travel through all 7 continents. Not camp and rough it up, but also not take extra things that I don't need. I'd love to take along a horological masterpiece which is both tough and beautif... 

i came to that realization as I wrote my response.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:20
i'd venture that a modern sapphire moonwatch can fit that niche as well.

Absolutely!

 
 By: blau : November 21st, 2021-16:37
Even though I only listed two watches below as one-watch-only candidates, a Speedy would *definitely* be a candidate for me, too.

I hear you. I've done it the other way around. Worked in 40+ countries and now more sedentary. I guess our compasses point us in opposite directions and this may explain basic motivation

 
 By: Rosneathian : November 21st, 2021-16:20
If I was to take such an excursion, it would be to visit some of the world's oldest megalithic structures. These are humankind's oldest astronomical, timekeeping devices and can be found in all of the continents. There are an unknown number submerged unde... 

count me as a +1 for such a watch.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:22
I've lived in 4 continents so far, but never heard of these structures. would love to visit.

Digression alert! If you're interested in the history of humankind's relationship to time and to timekeeping, you might enjoy exploring ancient megalithic culture(s)

 
 By: Rosneathian : November 22nd, 2021-01:15
Our ancestors were connected to the heavens to a profound extent. In a number of respects their levels of knowledge and techniques of measurement were far more advanced than we credit. Several cultures appear to have known how to measure the precession, w... 

Agree with your verbal point about 'collection'!

 
 By: blau : November 21st, 2021-16:12
But I don't think it's JUST a verbal point. It's also conceptual. If I went down to only one watch I wouldn't be thinking, "I'm still a watch collector, but my collection just happens to have only one member," I'd be thinking, "I'm no longer a watch colle... 

Fair point. I like to keep things simple if I can. 'Collection' is a collective noun made up of multiples of something...

 
 By: Rosneathian : November 22nd, 2021-04:59
... I'm a newcomer to fora like this, and find it entertaining and informative. At the same time I see a sub-tongue that some collectors use that's a little different from what I'm used to. So, for instance, I buy watches; aficionados "acquire timepieces.... 

Let me respond to your fair comment.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-05:20
Whenever I buy something that costs more than $100-200, then it better make me feel on top of the world. Any flattering nouns and adjectives thrown at me by the generous and kind purveyors of this forum, are beyond-welcome. We are all fortunate to have fi... 

I'm with you on this, Age of Surfaces

 
 By: cazalea : November 22nd, 2021-00:50
There are too many watches in the world needing to be loved to only buy one. When it breaks (and they all do in one way or another) how will you react? I’m a Watch Polygamist. And have done my share of traveling too - I guess I have about 2 watches for ea... 

…and you responded to her by saying…???

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-04:07
🤣🤣🤣

Going 3 watch collection, maybe. Going 1 watch collection? I‘d never do that unless I‘d be forced to for whatever reason.

 
 By: nafetS : November 21st, 2021-16:06
I „need“ at least one sports watch and one dress watch and something extraordinary.

Closest to perfect one watch collection watch would be my VC Overseas 4500V black dial.

 
 By: nafetS : November 21st, 2021-16:50
Good water resistance. Not too much of a scratch magnet. Black dial is imho the most versatile one. The three straps with quickchange system also add a nice amount of sports to dress watch versatility.

I know two things about this...

 
 By: blau : November 21st, 2021-16:07
The first thing I know is that I'm not going to stop collecting because one watch is so unbelievably great that it destroys my desire for all others. That's ridiculous! If I became a one-watch person it wouldn't be because I found the One True Best Watch,...  

Well-put and well-chosen

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:13

Not sure I could do 1 watch…

 
 By: APROchrono : November 21st, 2021-16:22
… but 2 watch (excl. a G shock beater(s) which I wear daily). I would go mainstream, as the indie bug hasn’t bitten me yet: 1. An AP 15202 for everyday use 2. A PP Perpetual - 3448 (unobtainium) or more likely, a 5327G-001 for those evenings out. I know t... 

Thanks for partaking. Two watches is still way better (in terms of the rules of this challenge) than Nico's 12 :-)

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:27
And you've chosen quite the complimentary and good-looking duo. Interesting choice of AP 15202 for daily; having never owned or handled one, I re-call other owners' comments about movement fragility and the annoyance of date correction at the end of the m... 

Hence the G shocks cop out :)

 
 By: APROchrono : November 21st, 2021-16:28

LOL. Touché Touché

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:49

2 watches can never be better than 12…

 
 By: APROchrono : November 21st, 2021-16:29
… when chosen by Purists

Now you're talking! :))))))

 
 By: amanico : November 21st, 2021-16:33

If anyone could make it happen, you could.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:28
count me in as a +1

I think just 1 watch will be perfect & wise...but then I'm afraid neither of that represents me ;-)

 
 By: mahesh : November 21st, 2021-16:28
I feel Explorer 1 36mm will be a perfect one watch, with its unpretentious looks will blend well as a dress watch but also could take a swim if needed. BTW that GF is stunning ! Best, mahesh.,

Always the purist, Mahesh. You've chosen well.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-16:31
And yes, that gargantuan (for my wrist) GF would be the anti-thesis of your perfect-for-the-job 36mm Explorer 1. However, dare I say that is probably more obtainable in today's market 😱🤯

That is worthy of a one watch collection

 
 By: Mohannad (aka Riddler) : November 21st, 2021-16:35

From my current collection it would be the DD40 platinum

 
 By: penfriend : November 21st, 2021-17:14
Reliable, best strap imho, heft, ageless, wonderful material - and thanks to two dials I can change its face even though it is a one watch collection (and I could add some more) ...  

You nailed it with that dial-swap trick. Marvelous.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-17:19
Killer looks with oyster case robustness and chronergy escapement chronometry. Bravo!

No one watch solves everything

 
 By: mhz vph : November 21st, 2021-17:25
But if I were put into a scenario where I simply couldn't own more than one watch, I would have to pick this one: Grand Seiko's SBGX333. The 9F movement is tougher than almost any mechanical, and with a much longer service interval. The 9F also satisfies ...  

that wasn't a post entry; that was pure poetry.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-17:34
A massive 'head-nod' your way, my friend.

Thank you sir!

 
 By: mhz vph : November 21st, 2021-17:44
A head-nod to you for making this thread

Tough question

 
 By: roundel : November 21st, 2021-17:48
I would struggle to have a watch work from beach to gym to office to dinner party. With 50m WR, this choice would scare me in the water, but the ceramic case and reliable perpetual movement would do pretty well. In reality, I long ago took the opinion tha...  

This Is The...

 
 By: elliot55 : November 26th, 2021-20:14
... One. I love, Love, LOVE this watch. Nothing even comes close.

I concur as to Grand Seiko . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 21st, 2021-18:41
. . . but a mechanical model, if only because of the romance a beating balance imbues. ;-)

I'm predictable, but not . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 21st, 2021-19:14
. . . monomaniacal. Actually, a vintage Omega would make an awful solitary watch, as they need to be serviced rather more frequently than less, and parts availability is an ongoing issue. With current GS you get top quality at relatively modest cost and (... 

Can’t be more expensive [to service] than that Greubel Forsay Balancier S2.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-19:19
But whoever insinuated that you were monomanical [smart word]? 🤣

When my then-six year old niece called me 'Mr Omega' . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 21st, 2021-19:56
. . . is the moment I realized I was monomaniacal.

🤣🤣🤣

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-04:01

🤣 That is too good

 
 By: mhz vph : November 22nd, 2021-07:26
In your defense, if there is one brand to collect, Omega is the one. A huge catalog filled with greatness.

One of the 9SA5 equipped grand Seikos

 
 By: mhz vph : November 21st, 2021-19:03
Would do very nicely indeed

I was thinking the same! Trying to go to one sports watch...

 
 By: Fastwong : November 21st, 2021-17:43
Love the GF choice, definitely thinking the same! For The One, I needed decent wr and shock protection, non-pm but also refinishable like steel or titanium, lume, non-proprietary strap attachment, and running seconds. Since it's an everyday watch that wil...  

Thanks for expanding upon the reasoning behind your wonderful choice.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-17:51
Indeed, WR-longevity takes a hit on manual-wind watches. That being said, that beautiful DB28 of yours is perfect for the job: movement material and tech galore + boatloads of mirror polishing + the best shock-resistance tech in the haute horologie busine... 

Thank you! The wr over to me was something I had not considered. Maybe better to get an auto or just give up on swimability altogether

 
 By: Fastwong : November 22nd, 2021-02:10
Another thing which I also hadn't considered is how watches are such a new social trend. I thought (stupidly?) the DB would be relatively under the radar, anonymity through obscurity, subtler and less recognizable than a Rolex, but not so anymore, thanks ... 

Well, well,…

 
 By: orahu : November 21st, 2021-17:58
If I was to keep only one watch from my collection it would be the Submariner. It wears well all the time, Now, if I was to buy a new, one-only watch watch, it would likely be a PP Aquanaut (maybe 38 mm), not sure which reference. If you had asked me thre... 

Three different [amazing] choices. You are as hopeless as Nico :-)

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-18:12
LOL. If watch collectors were surveyed, the submariner would be the top poll.

Yes, it is. :)))

 
 By: amanico : November 22nd, 2021-07:12

I am in this reflection process myself

 
 By: VinnieD : November 21st, 2021-17:58
culling the herd in order to finance a dream piece - Lange platinum up & down 36mm I could live with it... and a simple Rolex OP39

Godspeed on this tough culling endeavor.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-18:16
That Lange would be lovely. At MSRP, those Rolex OP's are a formidable option, but some of the colors aren't as utilitarian as one would want.

Good discussion, but who is wearing their GF to the gym or when they are working with a power drill at home?

 
 By: Spangles - Tabib al-‘Attābiyya : November 21st, 2021-18:05
G-shock is the silent companion to the one-watch collection! A white metal watch finely crafted but made to be a daily wearer, such as the Charles Frodsham or an FPJ, are good choices.

Please tell me that you've worn your Charles Frodsham while operating a power drill !!!!

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-18:20
That would be awesome. As for your question: several purists here have posted wearing haute horologie watches (albeit not GF's or RM's) while at the gym. Smart choice? Maybe. I struggle with the weights at the gym, so adding extra weight (even if titanium... 

Interesting question....

 
 By: ZSHSZ : November 21st, 2021-18:06
Since I started this watch game I always wanted to have only one watch, however I never found the perfect one mostly because of the quirks they had, and I couldn’t tolerate at the time. Then as deeper I got in the game, I believed that more expensive is t... 

Zsolt. Thanks for expanding upon your reasoning, and sharing your collecting journey. I dare guess that the brand you are mentioning is Journe, but please feel free to correct me (or not respond).

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-18:25
I haven't gotten to the stage where I own something that is too pretty and expensive to wear. I hope to never acquire such a piece. As for your choice, it brings a huge grin to my face, as it was my one-watch when i re-entered this collecting life-journey... 

No, sadly It’s not Journe. Back before the hype I owned two Journe pieces and they had to go back “for service” a couple of months after owning them.(I owned then consecutively not at the same time)

 
 By: ZSHSZ : November 21st, 2021-19:01
Reliability, and serviceability is key for me, so Journe failed. I also prefer a brand that can be serviced by any competitive watchmaker(no special screws), or special materials... So the brand of my choose is the industry benchmark, the one that most br... 

Long live the 👑 .

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-19:06
Can’t argue with your methods for choosing a watch manufacturer.

Still scarred and still fighting daily battles.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-19:46
Thanks for the kind words. Wish the same for you, my friend. ...  

Yes I am, but if you consider my fifteen years relationship of supporting my AD and the brand, it's more like loyalty.😉

 
 By: ZSHSZ : November 21st, 2021-20:24
Same as you my friend, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Picking up another tomorrow, stay tuned!🤣🥂

😳😳.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-03:56
As DJ khaled says: “and another one, and another one..”

for me is so simple

 
 By: p2517s : November 21st, 2021-18:15
steel daytona, any of them

A "one-watch collection" is always a fascinating topic, and while I'm convinced it's probably impossible to achieve it (or rather, if it's possible, then we might never know! ;-), I guess all of us have entertained this thought at least once....

 
 By: FabR : November 21st, 2021-18:20
Three years ago, I "notoriously" got blessed perhaps not with an ideal one-watch collection, but certainly with my favorite watch *ever* (the marvelous "Boccadasse," of course ) Then, this summer, I completed my personal Patek Rare Handcraft collection by...  

Early congrats, Fab!!!

 
 By: jleno : November 21st, 2021-19:33
That enamel dial is a true work of art!!!

A great way to start the Christmas break!

 
 By: jleno : November 21st, 2021-20:27
Looking forward to seeing pictures when you get it!

🙏🙏👍

 
 By: FabR : November 21st, 2021-20:57

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 By: m2 : November 21st, 2021-18:31
Was just looking at the Balancier today...what a beautiful watch. Maybe one day But yes, usually I have one "main" watch and then 2 - 3 other less expensive fun pieces to rotate through.

That is a stunning piece and great candidate for a one watch collection

 
 By: doubleup : November 21st, 2021-19:40
I think anyone would agree. Would probably be GF for me if I am dreaming. Practicality though, something like and IWC Pilot chronograph Great post, Ben

Agree with your dream and reality, Ben.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 21st, 2021-19:48
Thanks for the thumbs up on the post. Best Hussam

I don’t think i would ever become a one watch guy because i like them all so much .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 21st, 2021-19:55
But tbh i am considering to consolidate my collection in the near future and have only some top pieces and a GF like on your pic is definitely on that list

It is crossing my mind lately my friend,

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 21st, 2021-20:18
Also been talking to other collectors about it . It will be tough because i still love them all but i also have watches i am proud to have but I didn’t give some love for nearly two years

Glad that we can agree on GF (as a brand) WOTW.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-03:53
💪🏿👍🏿

GF is definitely on my wishlist and in my top 5

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 22nd, 2021-08:44
If i will consolidate my collection at some point i def will add a GF to my remaining watches

I can never ever be a 1-watch person…

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : November 21st, 2021-20:34
Help me consolidate these Omegas, Rolex, Langes and PPs into 1 watch please? I’m also having trouble consolidating 😅 I cannot bear to let go some of these just to get a 1 Supreme watch or even 4? ...  

Nice............

 
 By: nacelle : November 21st, 2021-22:29

Thanks…🙏🏻

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : November 21st, 2021-23:00

Thanks dear FabR…unfortunately it’s not up to me to fill the gap…

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : November 21st, 2021-23:02
I’m sure you know what I mean 😜😉

I totally understand, which is why I never pressure or ask when is any of my desired watches will be arriving….

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : November 21st, 2021-23:29
I always leave it to my sales friends and when they called, viola!

Such gentlemanly-approaches work for top collections such as yourself and NLCC.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-04:01
For the rest of us common folk, it’s a badgering phone call every week 🤣🤣🤣…

Dear FabR….per your kind wishes…

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : December 25th, 2021-06:15
The top left spot just came in time for Christmas… Unfortunately still not dinner for us as per our deal 😅, close but no cigar Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ...  

;-)) Enjoy my friend.

 
 By: FabR : December 25th, 2021-10:11

Perfect EXIT watch

 
 By: patrickh : November 21st, 2021-20:52
Congratulations Hussam.

Hehe. Thanks Patrick. It really didn’t take any effort, as it is firmly in the hypothetical realm.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 22nd, 2021-04:03
I’m as hopeless (in this one-watch collection endeavor) as any of the other purists. Is that sad 😞? Or is that funny 😁? Depends on one’s attitude, I guess. Stay well my friend

This is arguably the most difficult question for any purist.

 
 By: hoseachandra : November 21st, 2021-23:59
For me, the ideal one-watch collection should meet these requirements: 1. Water resistant at least 100 mtr with screw down crown. 2. Three hander, without or , with a date , because sometimes I will need to see the date. But it has to be done right, no 4.... 

Hussam my friend, I love this post; it brings out an introspective nature to all of us I think.......

 
 By: DouglasM : November 22nd, 2021-23:33
I'm late to the party here, frankly because I've been pondering this question you posed. Over the weekend, I've thought about the 'one-watch' idea, and of course I've had watches run through my head. Like all of us, I've also looked at their pros and cons...  

I had been waiting for your entry, Doug.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 23rd, 2021-04:48
And you didn’t disappoint. Indeed, your choice could very well be mine, if I wasn’t forbidden to wear gold. However, they titanium or steel versions could fill in for it. The Blancpain fifty fathom series is the epitome of sports luxury, because they do b... 

Impossible is indeed the word.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 23rd, 2021-04:56
Nice choice. That makes you a boardroom, private jet kinda guy. Would you not want something that can be worn to the beach, park? Or maybe your 5204P wouldn’t be ‘above that’ Either way. Well chosen. Thanks for sharing your thoughts

You know what I’d just wear the 5204p day in and out and for beaches and swimming I’d wear my swatch ..

 
 By: Horology75 : November 23rd, 2021-05:37
Actually I have targeted that maybe after 10 years I would go in that direction

Some of my pieces

 
 By: Cozmopak : November 23rd, 2021-17:59
Are so heavily and personally customized that it would be impossible to sell them. So no. Couldn’t do it

ROFLMAO!

 
 By: amanico : November 26th, 2021-06:37

You can say that again 🤣🙊🙈🙉

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : December 2nd, 2021-16:13

;)

 
 By: amanico : December 2nd, 2021-16:18

:))))))))))))

 
 By: amanico : December 2nd, 2021-18:15

Wouldn’t expect any less dramatic a response from you, Justin. 🤣🤣🤣

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 26th, 2021-09:52
Let me make it a little more dramatic: There is a major natural disaster in your area. You have to grab your loved ones and head out immediately. No time to go to the safe and exchange of grab a couple more etc etc. very low chances of you ever coming bac... 

I knew that there was something that I could ‘corner you’ with.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : December 2nd, 2021-19:28
Wear, and safe-keep it, in good health my friend

Thank you.

 
 By: roundel : November 28th, 2021-19:22

No one here will ever --EVER--own 1 watch only

 
 By: Mostel : November 28th, 2021-23:07
The watch you featured, while stunning and exotic, exquisite, etc... a dream watch--nonetheless--could never be a one watch collection--because you could only wear it in 'safe' places. You would never wear such a watch on a dark street etc on your way to ... 

I love your logic. ;)

 
 By: amanico : November 29th, 2021-07:35

Lots of food for thought in your post.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : November 29th, 2021-14:47
The day that I start affording 205k CHF watches is the day that I start affording armed bodyguards. Neither is gonna materialize into a reality for me. Dreams, just dreams

Of course you cannot be serious

 
 By: ztirual : December 25th, 2021-14:34
Owing one watch hardly amount to a collection. Nor does owing one chair, or one painting. Why limit oneself to just one, if one is interested in watches (plural)? To what benefit? I read reference in the thread to mono- and polygamy. Are we some so enthus... 

“ Every single new watch joining the collection has to be treated as if it were my one and only watch”.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : December 25th, 2021-16:11
I, too, live by this mantra. A wonderful response, my friend Seasons greetings, and stay well