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

[Newcomer]

 

[smittycl]

I've always liked Sinn. Issued to German SAR and a some others they are excellent tool watches. This new one is a miss for me. Really don't like the day-date configuration. Not sure if I don't like it as it's unusual or just awful?

 

[pmeis]

I've always liked Sinn. Issued to German SAR and a some others they are excellent tool watches. This new one is a miss for me. Really don't like the day-date configuration. Not sure if I don't like it as it's unusual or just awful?

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Seems like they were going for a bit more playful of a vibe with this one. I don't hate it, but I'm not exactly interested in it either.

 

[smittycl]

Seems like they were going for a bit more playful of a vibe with this one. I don't hate it, but I'm not exactly interested in it either.

Yeah, makes sense. Wouldn't buy it but don't hate it.

 

[TheFoo]

I've always liked Sinn. Issued to German SAR and a some others they are excellent tool watches. This new one is a miss for me. Really don't like the day-date configuration. Not sure if I don't like it as it's unusual or just awful?

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I appreciate Sinn for their ethos and vibe (very pre-2000 IWC), but the designs and aesthetics always miss the mark for me.

 

[Kappelan]

Another idea for a 3 watch collection

 

[Ebitdaddy]

Patek and Breguet on the way. Have to wait until W1 March tho

 

[chocomallo]

Another idea for a 3 watch collection

Laureato is a fantastic watch. It the sort of watch that George Red would say is better than a Royal Oak or Nautilus if one were to try it on.

 

[9thsymph]

Another idea for a 3 watch collection

Is the GP the 38mm?

 

[symphvaria]

You know, I could never really figure out why specifically 3 watch collections are so popular; in particular I can’t figure out what you would actually use the third watch for. A dress watch for formal wear and a sports watch for casual wear, and then what? I find it hard to see people actually running into a scenario where the Sub or Speedy that typically shows up on these sorts of lists is more appropriate than a Datejust or a Nautilus.

 

[Wild Strawberry Rabbit]

You know, I could never really figure out why specifically 3 watch collections are so popular; in particular I can’t figure out what you would actually use the third watch for. A dress watch for formal wear and a sports watch for casual wear, and then what? I find it hard to see people actually running into a scenario where the Sub or Speedy that typically shows up on these sorts of lists is more appropriate than a Datejust or a Nautilus.

If you do any sports then you need actual sports watch. Unless you are Connor McGregor, PP or Datejust is not the best option.

 

[symphvaria]

If you do any sports then you need actual sports watch. Unless you are Connor McGregor, PP or Datejust is not the best option.

I fail to see why on either count. And regardless I have a hard time envisioning very many watch enthusiasts doing such intensive physical activity that even a workhorse Rolex becomes unsuitable.

 

[chocomallo]

You know, I could never really figure out why specifically 3 watch collections are so popular; in particular I can’t figure out what you would actually use the third watch for. A dress watch for formal wear and a sports watch for casual wear, and then what? I find it hard to see people actually running into a scenario where the Sub or Speedy that typically shows up on these sorts of lists is more appropriate than a Datejust or a Nautilus.

I think you misunderstand the point. These sort of posts are made by hoarders. 3 of anything is truly aspirational. It’s like an alcoholic saying he wishes he could just stick with Coors light and bud light. But whiskey exists so it cannot be helped.

 

[symphvaria]

I think you misunderstand the point. These sort of posts are made by hoarders. 3 of anything is truly aspirational. It’s like an alcoholic saying he wishes he could just stick with Coors light and bud light. But whiskey exists so it cannot be helped.

Well yes, but given the idea of reducing a watch collection to 3 is for said hoarders to envision taking a deliberately minimalist or maybe even ascetic approach, why not make it 2?

The reason I’m quite curious as well is because 3 as a number seems to be the default with watch travel cases, and call me crazy, but I think it’s an interesting parallel that might have actual implications on how people think about their collections when forced to strip down to the smallest single digit number they can.

 

[chocomallo]

Well yes, but given the idea of reducing a watch collection to 3 is for said hoarders to envision taking a deliberately minimalist or maybe even ascetic approach, why not make it 2?

The reason I’m quite curious as well is because 3 as a number seems to be the default with watch travel cases, and call me crazy, but I think it’s an interesting parallel that might have actual implications on how people think about their collections when forced to strip down to the smallest single digit number they can.

The addict always says, “I will just have one.” But has another. That is the general approach with watch enthusiasts. It is also true of most people who become members of this forum whether it be for suits, shoes, ties, or whatever.

A three watch travel case is arbitrary. Either one owns only three watches and doesn’t travel with the case or owns many more watches and never gives a thought to three watch collections.