The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[Dachshund]

Everything that is offered in an auction must be, by definition, an investment. Or something like that. I'm convinced anyway.

 

[mimo]

And a bargain. Don't forget that. A plan-evolving, investment grade bargain. Every time.

 

[Tried and True]

“Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans.” ~ Peter F. Drucker

 

[tigerpac]

Upcoming Hong Kong Antiquorum auction has some interesting stuff - a little more accessible and less crazy rare and expensive than we've been seeing at other recent auctions



http://data.antiquorum.com/eng/flip/2015_Jun_HK/#p=4

 

[Cant kill da Rooster]



My newest watch, a 16570

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Wristshot: In a little tree: On a little horse:

Congrats. I've had mine for 6 months now and it is so versatile.

 

[Dachshund]

Sorry to do this Frilly...

https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/22406/

Jeez, Montblanc really churn these things out.

 

[Cadu]

Hi watch guys!

Here is my Girard Perregaux Traveller II in 18k Rose Gold. 38mm of pure joy.

 

[gopherblue]

Calling @Dino944...

IWC Ref. 3546 Novecento Perpetual in gold...

...the exception always proves the rule.

 

[518aata]



Calling @Dino944...

IWC Ref. 3546 Novecento Perpetual in gold...

...the exception always proves the rule.

I have always loved this watch. The platinum version is on my (growing) bucket list.

 

[no frills]

Sorry to do this Frilly...

https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/22406/

Jeez, Montblanc really churn these things out.

The Dunhill/Namiki collabs before World War II forced them to sever the relationship have some wonderful examples. Sadly, I fear I like to actually write with these things a bit much, so I'm always fearful that some of the older nibs won't stand up to the daily grind. Some of the modern examples I have always go through John Mottishaw at Classic Fountain Pens for a little "nib optimization" just to make sure it writes super smoothly.

 

[Dachshund]

Really awesome variety though - and I'm astonished by some of the prices.

 

[Keith T]

I've never been to a watch auction, or even really had much of an opportunity-- but always figured that was for the best.

 

[Dachshund]

Absolutely. I've been to a couple of pre-auction viewings where you get to paw some nice watches, but I've never bid for a watch. Really dangerous stuff. I've bid for art and furniture before and I've managed to keep my cool. But watches I could get carried away with.

 

[NonServiam]

Crazy prices being paid at some of these auctions. Considering selling my Siffert through one of the larger houses, but not sure if it is the right piece for it.

Anyway, this is a thread on watches, not money, so here is my week in watches

 

[Cadu]

Incredible watches. So well done.