Horological Meandering

hi everyone, please convince me NOT to buy the ralph lauren 39mm automotive chronometer. I was walking down madison and stopped in the ralph lauren mansion on 72nd street and decided to try on some ralph lauren watches and I couldnt believe it but I reall...  

if it hits all the right buttons, gives you that certain feeling of delight when wearing a piece you love is all you need. In short: BUY IT and enjoy it in good health!!!!!!

I must say that it is nice looking. I would have preferred without srcews in the bezel, though. What's beating Inside? That may be an important criteria for me. Nice looking dial, and the case is not bad, either. Aah, and how big is it? Best, Nicolas

I too would have prefered it without the screws but I did read an article on hodinkee which showed that the screws are functional, so thats something. the movement inside is a stellita ebauche but the case is a nicely sized 39mm and the fit was very compa... 

Now, if you have the scenario to wear the Watch, then... I loved your answer a lot. Best, Nicolas

I see only two remedies for this serious case of yours: 1) Eat 5 to 7 peeled clove garlics! (do not eat the peel as it reduces its medicinal properties dramatically) 2) Purchase the watch! It is very nice and different from the norm. Please help us improv... 

there is a RL300 and a RL300-1, the later based on the ubiquitous Sellita movement, which itself is a ETA 2892 clone. so the question before you should be... 1) do you care if the brand is RL? some think it equals to other fashion brands using cheapo chin... 

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hi i'm responding to Horo's comments because they are the most detailed but I want to thank everyone who has contributed to this thread its been very helpful in calming me down. regarding the movement, the 45mm version has a nicer JLC based movement at tw... 

This is a watch with a most original design, looking terrific (at least what I can say from the factory pics I saw) and equipped with proven and reliable mechanics. If you saw the manufacturing quality, and consider it good, then I think this is a nice ad... 

So get it. Besides, "stodgy old Swiss" movements reside in Lauren watches, if you need that fix. Don't eat the seven cloves of garlic. Although you will be healthier that anyone anywhere in the world, women will not talk to you.

It's the essence of being a watch collector: "I love what I have" vs "I want more" You didn't mention the watch will help you pretend you are RL himself. Read this article ABOUT BUGATTI 57SC ATLANTIQUE then go buy that watch and tell us more about it Caza... 

I went to check it out after reading your post. My favourite was also the 39mm model and I can understand your dilemma. It does look great in the metal but I may like it even more with the canvas strap. :) cheers fernando ...  

best, Horo

From what you wrote you feel, this watch is for you, and there is no reason to not get it :-) Wait a day or two, and if the feeling you feel now is still there, just go back into the store and take it home - that's what I would do. A big break from the no... 

[unfinished Australian burl wood] [Denali burl wood handle pool cue] . . . is a most visually attractive natural material. It's not surprising you find a watch with a dial design that includes a hint of burl compelling. Art ...  

but at least this one is the most famous of the collection... Fx

... If you've got the resources I'd say the FP Journe Chronometre Bleu is the way to go, but at 20 grand it's roughly 400% more expensive than the Ralph Lauren. The FP Journe is an all in-house crafted work of art that will keep its value long into the fu... 

Intellectually I know that everything you wrote about the fp journe is spot on but emotionally I am drawn to the Ralph Lauren burl wood in a way I can't quite explain When i put on the journe bleu I feel like a guy wearing a nice expensive watch When I pu... 

"go where your heart takes you" - there is nothing more to say! And from your message, your heart already knows the path ahead... Cheers, Magnus

.... and looks somewhat like this???? Yes, very Bugatti-compatible ... :) Marcus ...  

I actually like it, I saw one a few months back and was impressed. Would I buy one... probably not, but it is a good looking watch and if you like it... then push the button! Good luck, Andrew

Buy the watch you love.

it is made by a fashion house who licenses its name to underwear. It will literally- repeat literally-- have no value whatsoever after the few weeks it takes for you to regret buying it. Get ready for a 70-90% loss. Capisce? Do not buy this watch. Lol

In a few weeks (or even now by people who bought before and regretted it immediately) Edward should be able to by LNIB for 50-70% off even allowing for 20% buy sell spread. Hmmmm...I wonder where they all are? And licensing to underwear? Ever hear of AP -... 

Hi Everyone, I wanted to thank everyone that offered advice and especially support. Im happy to announce that Ive finally figured out why this watch has had such a mighty psychological hold on me. Pondering this watch today I realized certain elements of ...  

I already bought two pieces, the all matt black ceramic which use JLC CH750 chronograph movement and the Blue dial World Time which share the same JLC Geographic movement... Cheers... ...  

Dear edwardwchang, I have kept my counsel until now because I want to redress the balance against snobbery. Here are the facts: You clearly expressed a preference for the Ralph Lauren chronometer and specifically the 39mm model over its larger brethren (e...  

but tell me more about "the true source of the basic FPJ movements" ? Thanks, Magnus

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Dear MTF, Thank you for the great advice. To be honest, I was expecting more of a WIS Snob response about the Ralph Lauren Chronometer on this forum and although there was some of that, the response was overwhelmingly supportive of adding the RL watch to ...