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Well I have to say that It's even a little painful to me when I see a Langematik Anniversary............
I know you were close, but I really rooting for you to get that one back someday. (along with all of the others of course)
Tony
Tony
Merci, Tony. The Langematik Anniversary is one which I miss the most, truth to be told... [nt]
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great story Two gentlemen!! Now for the others................................ [nt]
Watching the for sale sites is not the worst thing to do.. who knows what else you might find ?
A good ending to an unfortunate story on this one.
This is how gentlemen settle things. I really hope for you the others end this well or better somehow. It makes me sick that this happened to you.
If I could find 6 of them, I would be happy to close all that mess... Thanks for your kind words, my friend. [nt]
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Well that is the definition of looking at the glass half full
Thats a great positive philosophy. I wish you the best of luck in finding the remaining 19. Truly, Edward
How about contacting the dealer who sold it?
Perhaps they can identify who they bought it from, and if they bought any of your others.... maybe this will open the door to a trail to follow?
We tried, indeed, but there are several dealers or collectors involved. [nt]
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The problem is that the burglary happened 8 years ago, and that since then this watch may have been sold a lot of times! [nt]
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Thanks for the positive news Nico. I'm happy this is bringing closure concerning this watch!
And I frankly admire your gentleman's approach, as I don't think I would have been as understanding as you have been towards the other men. I truly hope more good news will come soon re your other watches!
The buyer / seller I had in front of me is a great person. If it wouldn't have been the case, I would have dealt this way. [nt]
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Thank you for sharing. I know you likely have mixed emotions. The solution reached is probably the most optimal given the circumstances. Hope you will find the others. [nt]
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I wonder if JLC or other brands can help you keep track of the stolen watches?
like in this case, when he sent it in for service and JLC informs you, it will be better as you may want to keep the original condition?
Anyway, what’s done is done for this case and I pray you’ll find the rest of your watches.
Good luck my friend.
Lange has every information about my Langematik Anniversary and Datograph. I will check with the other brands Mainly Vacheron, Patek, Ulysse Nardin and Jaeger Lecoultre.
The rest will be super tough to find...
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
Your whole collecting experience makes for a good story, Nico..
And I think it has enriched everyone. From a simple matter of awareness (I remember those antiquorum posts) to acts of generosity and friendship (The AirKing initiative) to another interesting outcome such as this one with the TP65, all of it, in the end, contributes to a positive narrative.
Someday, a magazine (online or otherwise) will pick this up and we’ll see you in an interview of some sort (think Talking Watches at HDK, e.g.).
But not yet. Some stories have yet to be told.. We’re all hoping, of course, that the chapter ends with that Lange back on your wrist.
In the meantime, we go through the journey as a community.
Best, Echi
Someday, a magazine (online or otherwise) will pick this up and we’ll see you in an interview of some sort (think Talking Watches at HDK, e.g.).
But not yet. Some stories have yet to be told.. We’re all hoping, of course, that the chapter ends with that Lange back on your wrist.
In the meantime, we go through the journey as a community.
Best, Echi
Yes, I do really hope that some stories still have to be told. The most important for me are this vintage Deep Sea Alarm US which was in top condition, the Duometre à Chronographe in platinum,
The Langematik Anniversary, the Datograph, the Vacheron Les Historiques Chrono salmon dial platinum case, the Ulysse Nardin Chrono Mono Pusher WG 175th Anniversary, the Patek 5196P, and these two superb Omega Seamaster 300 CK 14755 and 165024, the Panerai PAM 249 with its limited edition matching number ( 249 ), the Logo and Mare Pre Vendome, among the remaining 19...
We'll see...
Best, my dear Echi.
Nicolas
We'll see...
Best, my dear Echi.
Nicolas
Gentlemen on both sides.Men of good will. Thanks, my dear friend. [nt]
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Chapeau!
An amazing story of true gentleman’s behavior. And though only 1/20 of your collection came back into daylight this makes hope for more. On the other hand it again brings up emotions about a still not closed page of your life. Let’s hope that in a not too far future you’ll be able to get back what you did collect with the great enthusiasm and insight we all love to read about here.
Time doesn't play for me, though. What is important is to close this page, definitely. If I could find 5 or 6 more, I would be in peace... Thanks, JLCman. [nt]
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I am glad that a resolution has been found in this case, Nico!
And keep my fingers crossed for the rest!