Horological Meandering

And nice collection. Nice that your mom and grandpa were into watches as well !

from my grandfather to his daughter, then to his grandson, namely me!
Best, Emmanuel

There's a lot to like in your story but two that I like the most are the giant step from the BB to the VC and the mention of the Summer Flings during the DeVille era.  Great collection.

Giant step indeed, a bit frightening to be honest, but also incredibly pleasing.
And yes, "summer flings" ! 😅
Best, Emmanuel

have been a man of firm taste. 

Thank you so much.
Best, Emmanuel

Wonderful write up my friend . Enjoy 

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I’m glad the early pieces are still with me, as they are very meaningful to me.
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Dear Emmanuel...

For the amount you contribute and share with us, an insight into your personal collection is a beautiful read. Sometimes, choices have no clear absolute reasons. They come from experience, feelings and spontaneity. To have family legacy as a part of any collection, is a rare honour. 3 generations on your wrist...what a story. Thank you for sharing. Its a Lovely collection !!

Rishi

It is an honor indeed for me to perpetuate this love for watches that my mother and her father, my grandfather, passed on to me.
Your words mean a lot to me.
Best, Emmanuel

How wonderful that your mother helped introduce you to this hobby, her taste ( like yours ) is exquisite 

I feel very fortunate indeed and there’s no doubt that collecting watches has a sentimental meaning and value for me.
Best, Emmanuel

Out of your collection I have a top three,

Your top three is definitely the same as mine, in the exact same order.
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1) VC CdV

the Chronometro Gondolo is in a range of its own for me now.
But the VC and LUC come next, no doubt about it.
Best, Emmanuel

I hope JLC is doing a good job restoring my grandfather's watch.
It will be an incredible pleasure to discover it in a few months.
Best, Emmanuel

I enjoyed seeing your earlier pieces and the wonderful history behind each, and all the way to the many masterpieces that were added later!

They mean a lot to me.
I definitely feel lucky to have the earlier pieces still with me. And my grandfather's watch as well.
Yes, the caliber of the GS is wonderful, I completely agree.
Best, Emmanuel

So many marvelous pieces, and such family history. Thank you for sharing this collecting journey!

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Wishing you a great Sunday ahead.
Best, Emmanuel

...resulting in a superb group of watches !!

Best, Emmanuel