WristScan

Dear friends,We are now “live” with our first WristScan of the year. Our theme is “Hopes & Dreams”… The theme is all about showing a couple of watches from your collection that you hoped you would one day own and possibly even dreamed about owning. Pl...  

I hoped and dreamt about this watch from the first time I laid eyes on one and one day I got “The call”. Happy memories ! ...  

A watch that truly fits you and the automotive hobby as well - goes with probably all cars 😁🏁

It’s also quite fun when encountering a car salesman brandishing the obligatory Rolex. ( nothing against Rolex but you know what I mean)

There’s some fun to be had in those situations 😉

Was the time I was negotiating over a new car with the salesman, a nice guy with a Rolex steel DJ. Eventually he called in backup in the form of his dealership manager, a portly man with a full gold Day-Date, 40mm, diamond dot dial, literally swinging fro... 

You really should read ‘Arrogance and Accords’ - the story about rampant corruption at Honda of America. Apparently Honda dealers we’re amongst the top Rolex customers, as they needed to bribe the HoA execs with them practically every visit 😉

There’s even a Mercedes SL in there somewhere, if I recall correctly 😊 Apparently the slogan of the MD was, ‘You don’t earn millions here but you can live like a millionaire’ 😂 Quite a long time ago but interesting story. Ended in a fairly famous court ca... 

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I forget you own this heavyweight!

If i'm going Old School, may as well get the very best truly HAND MADE timepiece possible Plus, as a musician, would like to hear her 'whisper sweet things' in ways only she can do. ...  

Do you own this watch ?

...and then i woke up and realized it was all just a dream. Classic olden-time watch and music.... Enjoy the Music

. . . at this very moment. ☕️

. . . to place an order for their Kona peaberry beans. I've been on the last pound for a few weeks now, gotta replenish the pantry. If I had to choose between quitting either beer or coffee for the rest of my life, beer would get the axe. ;-) ...  

I remember a lady friend of my family visited us some time ago (she lives in USA) and viewed a bag of that same coffee on our kitchen counter and she exclamated: "The Rolls Royce of coffee!!" Lol!

I have several of her albums on vinyl . Perfect for a Sunday morning.

Your Nautilus Chronograph is truly a dream and I can imagine how fast your heart was beating that day when you received “the Call” and when you visited the shop to take delivery of this magnificent watch. Answering your theme I will share two of my “dream...  

Hello dear Abel, The Patek 5510 is a watch that I have also dreamt about but never quite made a reality. This has been mainly due to not quite finding the example that fits my personal criteria. I must correct this. You know my passion for all things Moon... 

I love WT watches and feel PP makes the King of them all. The first references are so lovely and charming as high their prices. Later references offer different variants to choose from. A very interesting and magical complication they offer. The original ... 

Being the first owner and collecting it from the AD.

… this watch was found in Brazil and sold by the widow of original owner.

It would be good to know the original AD.

Hopefully this year will ask them. By one reason or another I left this important matter pending. Will keep you posted.

And both watches are so you! Love how you change the character of the 5110 with the way you pair it to straps and the Moonshine is a watch truly for you 👌🏻👍🏻

Both the Moonshine and the original 145.022-69 are the crown of my Speedmaster collection. I only regret I have very few opportunities of wearing them here. Have a nice weekend my dear friend. Abel

And thanks so much for the kind words 🙏🏻

The WT is a superb piece and always admire the beauty of this PP, not to mention practicality and elegance. As for your Apollo XI, wow!!! It would be a treat to see the engraved back!

… comments on my two dream watches. Agree with your thoughts on the 5510. Here a shot of caseback. Number is three digits from a total of 1014 watches made of this model. ...  

Such a beautiful watch. This is one of the occasions (for such a watch) where it can be forgiven to have a solid case back!

Patience and some luck...... ...  

Patience is the key to turning some dreams into reality.

Possibly faster than one from the factory nowadays 😉

... paired with a beautifully faded bezel insert adds charm to your beautiful watch. I´m sure you enjoy it so much every time you wear it on your wrist. Thanks for sharing! Abel

that I have always wanted since seeing them as a kid, many years ago. I would walk past the AD at the local mall and stare at the window display of Rolex. I knew they were something special but at time I didn't know anything about watches (some would argu...  

I had a DateJust and enjoyed it for many years, finally trading it for a Submariner. I wish I still had it. Maybe time to find another one. Which Cartier tank are you dreaming about ?

Really considering giving the quartz version a try. The Santos does creep into my head every once in a while, but I think I'll follow my heart and go with the tank. Don't want to trade anything for it so I'll keep what I have and just add the Cartier.

I’m sure you will enjoy it.

but leaning that way. Only person that would know is me. All my others are automatic or manual and I haven't had a quartz watch since I was a kid, may give it a try.

And keep telling yourself the story about the Tank - it may happen this way (and it’s certainly a lovely watch to strive for) 😊👍🏻

It is also a versatile watch to own in different occasions, both sporty or formal always classic and elegant. Keep enjoying yours so much! Best, Abel

I’ve always wanted one of these, but it was always a condition or timing of purchase issue. Those two aligned last November and I was able to find one the worked for me. It’s the perfect size and a lot to wear. ...  

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You capture it in all its beauty in this wrist shot! Keep enjoying it so much! Best, Abel

I can see why you dreamt about owning one.

And a lovely reminder of some more exciting and adventurous times 😊👏🏻

Took a while to achieve. Now realised I’m going to live it!😀 Happy New year!🍺 ...  

You can’t go wrong with this Rolex. I love the dial.

Nicely put Captain. The dial is what drew me to this one.

Is a wonderful feeling - glad it worked with this one for you. And we all benefit from your spectacular shots of it 👌🏻👍🏻

when I think back to when I purchased it. My AD had four different models (available for purchase) for me to try: 2 Explorer 2 (Black & Polar) a 39mm Explorer and a s/s GMT-Master 2 LN!! What a dream collection that would have been if I’d had the funds lo... 

Gets a much larger share of wear time and memories - there’s a value to that, too 👌🏻👍🏻

... in the AD windows nowadays). It is true that it was harder to reach a final decision in the past when so many temptations were in stock, but it was a delicious experience for sure! You made a great choice with this version with the orange model name a... 

the sales assistant was definitely pushing the GMT-Master and think I surprised her with my preference for the Explorer 2. Who knows in a year or two I might get the chance to repeat the experience of choice. All the best dear Abel. Regards, Kurt.

... object or even a garment) is to follow our own desires and personal tastes. I´m sure you will get the chance of repeating the chance in a near future and you may get the GMT (or any other model) if you really want it. Keep enjoying that superb Explore... 

Keep enjoying it so much and in the best of good health! Cheers! Abel

Once upon a time there was an 18 year old boy who got a pilot’s license for his birthday. Actually passed my pilot’s and driver’s test the same day 😊 Back in the day, I was dreaming of a Breitling. Knowing that it would probably remain a dream for many ye...  

My kind of dream watch and great to hear how you achieved it.

A watch always putting a smile to my face 😁

... dreams and hopes come true dear KM. I can imagine that Aerospace Breitling is a very very special watch for you. A keeper for life. Interesting to read the circumstances in which of your dream watches finally reached your collection. And always admire... 

Not quite over. But I am happy with the collection as it stands for the moment 👍🏻

Your Prestige de la France is a fabulous piece.

Thanks 🙏🏻

SBGH035 👍🏻

. . . the Flightmaster. I literally waited a decade before finally stumbling onto this nearly perfect 910 nine years ago. There was either a condition or (more usually) financial limitation that couldn't be overcome. Finally all the stars aligned in Janua...  

The Flightmaster, I completely understand your passion for this watch. It’s difficult to find good examples that haven’t been spoiled in one way or another. I shall keep looking and one day I’ll find a good example. Vintage Omegas have such charm. As for ... 

Mine is a keeper for life and my Friendship Flighmaster forever. Your first Omega reunites several lovely features: It is a Connie with a black dial, honeycomb, gold arrow head indexes and a beautiful dauphine handset. That makes it unique I feel. The Dur... 

Or was it a later one? Three very nice dreams and all three fulfilled 👌🏻👍🏻

. . . and my first wife was GO. But Omega was like the girl next door, under-appreciated until her time finally came. Like most Americans, the third marriage is the best.

That works for Americans only?

. . . "Get it right the second time."

Always loved 2 register chronographs Always loved those lemania based ones Always loved Breguet Was looking at one already quite some time .. When I had the opportunity to gt te splitsecond version I did not hesitate. This one with the button for the spli...  

Your Breguet looks very nice, classic style that will always look good.

Keep enjoying and loving your beauty!! Cheers! Abel

The classic Breguet at its best 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

This is the Omega Seamaster PO I gifted to my nephew this summer. It immediately became my favorite Omega. We never had kids so his hopes and dreams are mine as well. 😌😊 ...  

Wonderful sentiment.

Your nephew will treasure and enjoy it forever !! Best cordial regards, Abel

And you can enjoy the fulfillment of his dreams likewise 🙌🏻👏🏻

For me it started 25 years ago with the Reverso. I was young and had no idea watches could cost so much! 😆 But of course in time I had the pleasure of owning three variants, the most recent one being the big burgundy! The second was the 5960P upon its mai...  

Yes the original Sun Moon had the perfect size which I felt was lacking in the Grande Date.

I like your choices along the journey. Quality never goes out of fashion.

Thank you for joining us.

Especially with a bit of patience and determination. Great watches 👌🏻👍🏻

I do like the Reverso in this vibrant dial colour. 👌🏻

came out of the safe because the person who had it on hold never came to pick it up. Still out of reach for me until my lady (later to be "wife") said why don't you give them a down payment and take out a 2nd on your home! I used to give friends at work g...  

Watches don’t always come along at the perfect time but you certainly closed the deal. Well played !

A pair of beauties you have! Excellent choice.

Hi All The one watch for me that stands out for me for this theme is my Futurematic. Early on started getting watch magazines & it had an article on Futurematics & from that point in I was sold. Took a while and a couple of attempts, but I'm glad it's her...  

You make a good point, I remember when watch magazines and other media were an important part of collecting. I personally ended up hunting watches inspired this way and before the C24 era. You certainly made a great choice.

Always happier to go and see a watch, was at a well known shop on the Strand, which is now sadly gone. Got my Memomatic from there too - the infamous/fatal , I'm only going to look! Cheers JML

Don’t even think of going to a place called Watchprosite 😉😱😂 Many dreams get passed on here and they are truly difficult to resist 😉

Hi This site offers inspiration & distraction. It is wholly responsible for me getting this Even ordered it from Japan, as it was JDM only to start with. Did daily it for almost 5 years, so definitely worthwhile too Cheers JML ...  

Especially this Japan only model.

What a great selection of photos too. Especially the train window and the b/w.

If I ever cross my path with one of these Futurematics (and in this great conditions of yours) I wouldn´t hesitate to take it home. Regrettably I never seen one being offered in my local hunting grounds. But who knows... the collectors journey is long and... 

Always helps to have a long list of targets as helps being flexible when looking for a new watch. Cheers JML

... in my "dreams" group. Enjoy your so much my dear JML! Best Abel

I remember i was dreaming about a remontoire each time i visite The brothers at there booth many years ago. I was already a huge fan of there work after i saw a One Hertz in a window at a local AD around 2015 . Long story short here two grails for me Anot...  

Happy New Year ! Well what can I say when you set the bar this high. I particularly love the AK06, a watch that must be a keeper. Best regards Captain

And your collection holds more of them for many of us 😁👍🏻

HAGWE S ...  

Can you tell us a little more about them and why you had to have them ?

In Reference to your Questions: 1) https://www.watchprosite.com/montblanc/yes-herr-gerber-39-s-own/1006.1616076.16316671/0/ 2) Purchased this one from the first owner in 2007 who was my Best Friend's Dad, we shared the same love for Pens and he got me int... 

Can you tell us more about out it? 👍🏻🤞🏻

www.watchprosite.com HAGWE

Best, Abel

... keep enjoying and loving it so much. Best, Abel

In fact I actually did not have this is my "wishlist" because I felt it was out of the realm of possibilities from the boutique. I had another piece in my wishlist that I thought was more attainable. It turns out, that the more attainable piece was not av...  

Seeing it on your wrist for the first time must have been a great moment. Thank you for sharing this experience and your superb AP with us.

Huge congratulations on realizing your dream 🎉🎊🎈

I´m sure you have been enjoying your watch every time you put it on your wrist and will keep feeling the love every time you wear it. Thank you for sharing your superb watch and its story! Best, Abel

. . . his aspirational watch as an IWC perpetual (possibly secular) calendar. When I told him I once owned four perpetuals his eyebrows reached his hairline. Yeah, perpetuals are magical, that's for sure. Art

I remember seeing this watch when it was first launched and decided that I had to own one. The wait was more like a nightmare than a dream but then we all experience that situation from time to time… The 5070p ...  

Keep enjoying it so much my dear Captain! Cheers! Abel

It’s definitely a keeper 😉

I agree with you about the dial, the finish and shade was well judged by PP.

As the years have passed it still remains special.

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They were making some great watches back in the day. Good to see you still have it.

My 1950’s UG tri-compax Jumbo Moon phase. I had wanted one of these for some time and I was offered the opportunity to acquire a single owner 1954 example, which was in great shape. UG were anything but popular at the time and the market was obsessed with...  

That’s a superb1950’s UG tri-compax Jumbo Moon phase. Difficult to find in this condition. Well done !

I started getting into watches circa 2006. I would go on purists, time zone, hour lounge, get watch time and the wristwatch annual (or whatever it was called). I remember around 2011 reading about a watch that blew me away - the montblanc collection ville...  

And a truly epic watch 👌🏻👍🏻 One of those that’s still in my dream list 😊 And you mention one of Montblanc’s weaknesses - their boutique network often doesn’t know how to deal with the high end pieces 🤷🏻‍♂️

I really enjoyed reading your post and it just goes to show that you make your own luck. Congratulations on fulfilling your dream.

I can see why you’re excited!