The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[Omega Male]

Bought my 5711 new in London last year for around $35,000 (not sure what the Cable was on that day). Current grey values grow ever nuttier. Maybe someday I can trade it straight across for a 5990.

 

[firenze_rob]

PSA - those in the DC metro area (@Ambulance Chaser) should head over to Potomac today for a chance to pick up John Glenn’s Mark 1 Navitimer 809. There aren’t any closeups, but it looks like a Mark 1 with a grains of rice bezel. These go for 13-15k now. I know the pictures are blurry but the case looks mint. I wonder how much on owned by John Glenn will go for in the auction setting.

https://www.estatesales.net/MD/Potomac/20854/1799079?oldBundleReload=true

 

[cyc wid it]

I should've just gotten on that 5711 waiting list before As said above, if I picked up at retail and someone offered me $50k, I'd sell and pick up a 3940 + redo the driveway.

 

[Keith T]

How very practical

 

[bdeuce22]

Just acquired. Datejust 41

 

[Jeremiah Say]

Not a big fan of daytona but I love the color of this. I'd prefer the hulk aka green submariner I posted earlier in this thread. By the way, I am just curious to know what you guys prefer - Daytona over Submariner or Submariner over Daytona?

Credit: Jeremiah, Humble & Rich Boutique

On the side note, I have 2 more Aps. If you guys are keen, I'll post them up in the near future.

 

[Dino944]

Just acquired. Datejust 41

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Congrats and enjoy!

Not a big fan of daytona but I love the color of this. I'd prefer the hulk aka green submariner I posted earlier in this thread. By the way, I am just curious to know what you guys prefer - Daytona over Submariner or Submariner over Daytona?

Credit: Jeremiah, Humble & Rich Boutique

On the side note, I have 2 more Aps. If you guys are keen, I'll post them up in the near future.

It truly depends on the model of Daytona or Submariner as there have been so many versions over the last 50+ to 60+ years. I really like both, I've owned a few of each. In general I tend to prefer Daytonas, in either all steel or all gold (yellow or rose, owned a white gold one and it wasn't for me). I don't like Daytona models that come on straps (be it rubber or leather). As for Subs, a vintage Sub 1680 is a thing of beauty, and I like various modern Subs. As for the Hulk, I'm just not a fan. The deep green dial is beautiful, but I really don't like the shade of green of the ceramic bezel. Perhaps if it were darker I would like it more. I prefer the look of the old aluminum green bezels of the Kermits far more...if specifically talking about green Subs. But as always people should go with whatever model puts the biggest smile on their faces!

 

[Ambulance Chaser]

Interesting article from yesterday's WSJ: Is Time Running Out for the Swiss Watch Industry?

https://www.wsj.com/articles/is-time-running-out-for-the-swiss-watch-industry-1520867714

This is something I have feared for awhile. That there may not be anyone left to service my mechanical watches down the road.

(Google "wall street journal jean-claude biver" if you get a request to subscribe to read the article.)

 

[cyc wid it]

HQ Milton has a 2018 5711 for $53,250 before tax.

 

[Texasmade]

A lot of grey dealers are pricing new 5711 in SS in the $50’s hoping people would bite. I think people have reached their limit and these aren’t moving as fast at that price since a few grand more will get you a gold 5711 or 5990 in SS.

 

[Dino944]

HQ Milton has a 2018 5711 for $53,250 before tax.

Its a nice watch, but not $50K+ nice. If someone has to have it today and they have the money to burn so be it. However, it could be tough for them to recover their money in the future if they tire of it. Remember if HQ Milton is offering it for $53,250 they didn't pay that to get it. Hell, there are gray dealers selling new 5712/1A's for the same money or less. I'd much rather have the 5712 in steel than a 5711 if spending roughly $50K...then again at $50K I'd have to give some serious thought to other Patek models and other brands such as Lange, VC, Laurent Ferrier, etc.

 

[Mr. Moo]

Was searching on Watchrecon for Patek and on the same page there was that steel 5711 for $53,000 and a 5711-1R (solid rose gold) for $59,000 from another seller.

 

[tricky]

Just acquired. Datejust 41

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Love this! Perfect blend of sport and classy.

 

[Kierrane]

Sorry if this has been asked before, but what are your general views towards the Calibre de Cartier, specifically this model?

http://www.cartier.sg/en-sg/collect...artier/wsca0003-calibre-de-cartier-watch.html

I really like the design of this, and a general google search seems to throw up fairly favorable views. However, at this price point a little more could probably get me some entry level watches from the top brands, and this is my first purchase of a (relatively) high end watch.

Your opinions are appreciated, thanks!

 

[Article 26]

Aesthetically: too aggressive, disproportionate luggs and a general imbalance.

But it’s your eye and thoughts that matter.