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I had one of these and didn't know how nice it was, til I sold it
Oct 24, 2014,06:55 AM
and I have been missing it - still look at ads
Cheers
Mike
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Your "most valuable (NOT necessarily expensive)" watch!
By: KIH : October 23rd, 2014-08:50
This week's WS thread starts now! Sorry for a bit early start Here is what I have shown here somewhere - the watch my father left. I always wear this for the family gathering occasion, as if he joined, too. This is the most valuable watch for me. Have a g...
A gift from the missus
By: rnaden : October 23rd, 2014-09:09
For our 10th wedding anniversary...this is my most valuable. The inscription on the back reminds me how she has stuck with me through the many years, especially when I'm being an ass... HAGWE. Richard ...
The theme made me wonder ...
By: nilomis : October 23rd, 2014-09:32
I have few watches, compared with a true watch collector. Some I love, some it's OK, some are somehow collectable. I started thinking since Ken posted the theme ... And my conclusion was that I have a crush on my Omega Speedmaster HB-SIA (Solar Impulse). ...
Like you say....
By: KIH : October 23rd, 2014-10:24
.. very cool dial watch. Nice looking! Ken
Most valuable?
By: crown comfort : October 23rd, 2014-10:01
Hi all, I was thinking long and hard about this week’s WS theme. What feature stands out to make a watch most valuable? Price? That’s too easy and not exactly a fair representation of value. Emotional attachment? How to choose, it would be a random pick a...
I'm fascinated with this GP ...
By: nilomis : October 24th, 2014-03:51
Because it make us to remember John Harrison and his battle to use a clock to compute the longitude. After reading Dava Sobel's Longitude , I was converted to a fan of John Harrison, not only because of his clock but because of his sheer integrity and que...
It's been well over two years . . .
By: Dr No : October 23rd, 2014-10:43
. . . since discovering the connection, and I'm still utterly amazed at the coincidence, Ken. I like to think Worshipful Anderson would have approved the ultimate disposition of his watch.
Is in my pocket
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : October 23rd, 2014-12:20
This great voyage we call PPro would be unknown, for me, without it amp;fi=17&pi=3135031&ti=517871&msid=&s= Warmest regards dear friend Yours D ...
Memorable one ...
By: nilomis : October 24th, 2014-03:44
I remember when you show it, with the wonderful locomotive engraving. Take good care of it. It belongs to the generations ahead. Cheers, Nilo
That really looks...
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-04:30
.... valuable to my eyes, my friend! Very, very nice story behind it as a bonus! Ken
Life has its...
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : October 24th, 2014-10:43
little bonuses Yours D
Yes my friend
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : October 24th, 2014-10:42
emotions love & faith Thank you for kind words as usually Yours D
Pocket or wrist, it's the bond between Grandfather . . .
By: Dr No : October 24th, 2014-09:38
. . . and grandson that we can't help reflecting on for long before sentimentality sets in. I've vivid memories of both of mine, especially on Mom's side. My Zenith pocket watch . . . . . . was passed down from Grandfather Artin. ...
Thank you dear Art...
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : October 24th, 2014-10:42
not only for sharing lovely pocket watch that is part of heirloom but also the genesis of your name ;) Yours as always Damjan
This one is very special to me,
By: marcelo : October 25th, 2014-10:15
emotionally speaking, Damian: Dad and mom gave it to me as a 7 or 8 YO birthday. I rediscovered it when my wife got pregnant, 5 years ago. What a great surprise when I "knew" it was mechanical, hand wound! I have worn it during all my boy's birthday party...
One of my most valuable watch: Polaris 65.
By: amanico : October 23rd, 2014-14:38
From the Darkness to light, if I could sum the reasons of the " valuability " of this Watch. The friend involved in this story will recognize himself. Best, Nicolas ...
Seeing this...
By: crown comfort : October 23rd, 2014-23:19
it just shows how much more authentic the vintage one is. Absolutely love this one. CC
Superb choice of watch
By: rnaden : October 23rd, 2014-21:58
It is still a watch I think about as I like the whole asymmetrical concept of the dial and very functional sundials unlike chronos that I would hardly ever use.
My AP Ultrathin
By: Watchlover78 : October 23rd, 2014-18:35
It is not the most expensive and has been with me for only a while, but this baby most likely stay with me for a long long time. I absolutely love it. Best regards, Baxter ...
I do believe so
By: Watchlover78 : October 24th, 2014-16:24
Not too many brands make my heart beat, Jaeger, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin are the brands I love the most. Just my personal preferences. Best regards, Baxter
I have two
By: 4Js : October 23rd, 2014-20:03
If I died tomorrow, I told my family these two pieces are the last to sell. Not because of dollar value but because these represent the essence of me and my collecting style. Strangely, the VC was the first one I collected. When I first saw a picture on l...
Well, the 1815 E Lange was expected, coming from you...
By: amanico : October 23rd, 2014-22:35
But the VC Perpetual Chrono Malte ES! This one, my friend, this one is at least equal to the Patek! Sublime dial. Sublime case. Much more appealing and " charmful " than the Patrimony equivalent. When I think that I missed one... It was not the right time...
1815 MP is....
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-04:32
... a candy for the eyes!!!!
That would be...
By: -RWK- : October 24th, 2014-00:08
The Chrono Matic 24 Ken. HAGWE! -- Richard. ...
That's a very cool Breitling ...
By: nilomis : October 24th, 2014-03:42
I had a few on my wrist doing a photo session and they dress very well. Congratulations, Nilo
And the sonata ,,,and the royal oak...
By: moc : October 24th, 2014-08:57
Its very difficult to choose the most valuable,that's why I like my versatile collection,they are all equally relevant and important to me.... This db 28 is the latest though.....hence my slight preference.... Still a virgin year for you? For me yes.........
Damn, Mo!
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-04:33
What made you so ponder? This looks really valuable one - I know you have other equally valuable pieces, though :-) But nice choice for this thread! Ken
This one..
By: RG1 : October 24th, 2014-04:39
After a long wait, finally this one is mine:-) Regards, Ronald ...
OMG!!!!
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-04:43
That's not fair :-) Hahaha, kidding. You have a great watch there. Simply envious! Ken
Thanks Ken
By: RG1 : October 24th, 2014-04:58
For your kind words, hope to see you in Japan someday , me and my wife love Japan so much:-) Too many great things in Japan, that's why we love it much:-) Have great weekend... Regards, Ronald
Hi Nicolas...
By: RG1 : October 24th, 2014-10:58
I have waited for 4 years for this legend to re-edition by JLC, My wife knows, this one is my grail:-) Thanks my friend, hope the next JLC is reverso with special order for her... Ronald
Hello HS, thanks for your comment
By: RG1 : October 24th, 2014-16:57
Yours is also superb, I think I want to have look this model when I visit jlc boutique soon... Ronald
Interesting thematic and so nice to view the most valuable watches...
By: Subexplorer : October 24th, 2014-05:58
... from our colleagues here! Taking the risk to be boring, I will once again show my old 1680 which accompanies me since February 1977 when it was presented to me by my wife as a replacement to my beloved 5513 stolen a few days before. This old 1680 has ...
Thank you nfor your kind words Ken! Yes, still missing that...
By: Subexplorer : October 24th, 2014-07:25
... first 5513 of 1966 lost in an armed robbery I suffered in February 1977, as that was a present of my parents for my 18th birthday. But this 1680 has been a good replacement and has faithfully been with me for more than 37 years now. Have a great week ...
I met up with a fellow watch enthusiast last night . . .
By: Dr No : October 24th, 2014-10:57
. . . to return his '60s vintage GMT (I'd taken it to my watchmaker for a minor adjustment). It's his personal favorite, and he's got a few to choose from, including another 1675 (Pepsi bezel), a Datejust, COMEX Sub, Doxa 300T, BP FF, and Omega Speedmaste...
There's only one that sings . . .
By: Dr No : October 25th, 2014-13:23
. . . to me, Nicolas - the ref 6512. Damnedest thing: I found one locally last year, and even told Bill and Baron about it. [image from Craigslist posting] Didn't have the necessary funds at the time, and the listing disappeared shortly afterwards. Still ...
It has to be this one...
By: SALMANPK : October 24th, 2014-06:49
It helped me discover a completely new world and helped me open my eyes to the possibilities.... S ...
Landmasters
By: SALMANPK : October 24th, 2014-07:30
All the AGS Kinetic Landmasters and Flightmasters for me are very important Seikos and very hard to find. S
You have a good eye :-)
By: SALMANPK : October 24th, 2014-09:41
The watch was developed for a Japanese mountaineer by the name of Ken Noguchi who by the age of 25 had climbed the highest peaks on all 7 continents, he wore an earlier Landmaster with an Altimeter when he climbed Mount Everest from the Chinese side in 19...
Wow, that's impressive.
By: CaliforniaJed : October 24th, 2014-10:13
I'll have to do some reading about Noguchi, and about the watch! Best, CaliforniaJed
It has to be IWC
By: cazalea : October 24th, 2014-06:53
This is not my most expensive or a gift from a family member. But it's the first "real" watch I bought after catching the bug. It motivated me to get to Switzerland, and to meet Kurt Klaus, who said " Yah, we built this so you could swim with it - I hope ...
Awesome Watch....
By: SALMANPK : October 24th, 2014-07:12
and even more amazing history. Thanks for Sharing your Journey together with us, pre-Richemont IWCs are a very special and under appreciated group of timepieces. S
A special moment . . .
By: Dr No : October 24th, 2014-10:38
. . . Feb 2 9 th, 2008, at the Perpetually Purists party on the Sunset Strip, Los Angeles, CA. ...
I'd have to say Not my most expensive
By: William M aka Mr.Lume : October 24th, 2014-07:54
But my most valuable to me, purchased to commemorate my marriage to my Beautiful wife after 8 yrs of being boyfriend & girlfriend.I finally made an honest woman out of her.:-) :-) ...
Pending nuptials? . . .
By: Dr No : October 24th, 2014-10:28
. . . congratulations, William - that's wonderful news! Terrific Panerai, too; quite possibly the most coherent of all modern issues. Best, Art
Thanks Ken
By: William M aka Mr.Lume : October 24th, 2014-17:21
Been married 3 yrs tomorrow..:-)
Wonderful!
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-19:33
.. buy something nice for the anniversary :-) Ken
No need to ban you, hs...
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-10:51
... but you must have three great girl friends, my friend! Beautiful girl friends, I must add. I understand. Envious! Ken
HS, I must be getting old
By: 4Js : October 25th, 2014-05:50
I don't recall your story on th Breguet. But, I really, really like that watch. Can you direct me to where you originally wrote the background story on the Christmas gift? Lovely post Best, Joe
Without hesitation
By: CaliforniaJed : October 24th, 2014-08:57
...for me, it is this Chopard L.U.C 16/1860/01. It represents so much of what I love about horology, and so much about my respect for Chopard. Great topic, Ken! HAGWE! Best, CaliforniaJed ...
Thanks Salman.
By: CaliforniaJed : October 24th, 2014-10:14
Feel's great. too! Best, CaliforniaJed
:-) [nt]
By: CaliforniaJed : October 24th, 2014-15:38
Oh, yeah!
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-10:52
I love this model, too. Wonderful choiice, Jed! Ken
Precious
By: Ubik : October 24th, 2014-09:09
The wrists more than the watches! Waiting to grow into them. HAGWE. ...
Many of you will know what I am showing here ...
By: Marcus Hanke : October 24th, 2014-09:26
... since I am using it as an example for a view of the cosmos every now and then. Since the most cherished man from whose hands I received it has passed away some time ago, the watch developed an incredibly emotional value. Marcus ...
A Legend...
By: SALMANPK : October 24th, 2014-09:45
This watch represents the very best of horology in every way, a truly special piece and I can appreciate the emotional link you have as well, I never had the pleasure to meet him but from what I've heard from you and others he was an exceptional person. S...
most valuable...
By: MattS : October 24th, 2014-12:01
to me would be part of this trio as they represent long and tough hunts... Out of the 3 I would pick the Fifty as it is the mother of divers Here is a wrist shot over seeing the Vieux Port of Marseille where the watch performed as a professionnal diver's ...
thx Hans!
By: MattS : October 25th, 2014-23:40
Most valuable ?
By: bimbeano : October 24th, 2014-14:29
Not by any means .. valuable yes ... but aren't friends the most valuable 'items' in the watch community ? Pic taken in dirty Brussels ;-) HAGWE Bim ...
I can guess all the owners. :)
By: amanico : October 24th, 2014-14:31
Bernard, Graham and you. Yes, it is all about friends, here. Bravo, Ze Bimb, une fois. Nicolas
My son's watch
By: TGH : October 24th, 2014-19:07
This is my son's HENTSCHEL H1 watch. About 10 years ago, when my dear son was born, I ordered this Hentschel watch to commemorate. I asked him to engrave my son's name, birth date, and "Special Masterpiece No.1" on its caseback. Believe it or not, Mr. A.H...
In terms of valuable as part of a collection...
By: jporos : October 24th, 2014-20:55
I think it has to be this Ventura V-matic. As the salespeople in a Chicago watch store exclaimed ." A mechanical Ventura? Not digital?" Of course this is part of its allure. I first saw Ventura in The Watch by Gene Stone and was completely taken. The fact...
Very cool watch...
By: KIH : October 24th, 2014-21:18
.. especially paired with the pen is the nice pic! I like that! Ken
My quartet of most valued watches
By: anaesdoc : October 25th, 2014-04:10
Hi Ken, your opening post gives an ample range of possible replies concerning the monetary, personal or horological value of our watches. Interestingly enough, hardly anyone here answered your challenge in terms of RSP, reflecting the fact that most of us...
Sentimental, horological....
By: KIH : October 25th, 2014-05:54
... those valued watches are most beautiful and worth owning - IMVHO. Expensive watches? Anyone, ANYONE, who happens to have money can buy those. But sentimental and/ or horological value watch CANNOT be bought with money. You are right, boss. Ken
This pair ...
By: flamenco : October 25th, 2014-08:13
For obvious reasons. However, on a personal note.... A five year long chase .... And boy was it worth the wait HAGWE ! ...
AP looks nice...
By: KIH : October 25th, 2014-08:58
... but BP looks nicer :-) Ken
The memory of viewing that one for the first time . . .
By: Dr No : October 26th, 2014-13:36
. . . in its whiskey bottle presentation is etched in my mind. It was at a gathering in Carmel; the only watches on view that day I can recall out of many dozens are a Dornblüth on the wrist of a fellow participant, and a formal presentation of the 50th f...