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lucevan le stelle · 11 March 2018, 07:49 AM

As watch lovers, and while we have our own preferences, I don't think we discriminate when we see or handle an appealing and quality piece that merits acquisition. So which present or upcoming models/brands, (including micro), represent "must haves" for you and why? This being beyond the obvious love we have for everything Rolex.

arcadelt · 11 March 2018, 07:53 PM

There are "must have" watches?

charger_vital · 12 March 2018, 05:15 AM

MB&F is ushering mechanical watchmaking into the 21st century. Their designs and innovations are exceptional. I love the collaboration they did with Silberstein.

jyn · 12 March 2018, 11:46 AM

Journes are beautiful works of art!

henrylee · 12 March 2018, 11:54 AM

I agree F.P. Journe

ap1 · 12 March 2018, 12:49 PM

Moser

GB-man · 12 March 2018, 02:10 PM

In all honesty Rolex is the only “must have” brand for me. Everything else I crave but Rolex is a necessity.

lucevan le stelle · 13 March 2018, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by arcadelt

There are "must have" watches?

Of course! By my definition they are watches that may be below "grail" level but remain on your mind and in your thoughts, not rising to the level of complete obsession, but ones that you itch to buy, add to your collection, and look forward to seeing on your wrist, applying only minimal considerations of practicality and loss of funds that might go to your ultimate, down the road, most desired purchase.

Jay (Eire) · 13 March 2018, 08:34 AM

For me, the next watch must be represent something different, a modern take on styling, materials or engineering. Think RM, Urwerk, MB&F.

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Rubesss · 13 March 2018, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

In all honesty Rolex is the only “must have” brand for me. Everything else I crave but Rolex is a necessity.

I agree. Any watch collector should have a Sub

AK797 · 13 March 2018, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

In all honesty Rolex is the only “must have” brand for me. Everything else I crave but Rolex is a necessity.

Yup or a Lange on this forum.

scarlet knight · 13 March 2018, 12:55 PM

I am transfixed by my new JLC Reverso Duo for over a month

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zjd168 · 13 March 2018, 01:17 PM

Patek Philippe. Its minute repeater is my ultimate dream watch.

arcadelt · 13 March 2018, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Rubesss

I agree. Any watch collector should have a Sub

...and every gentleman should have a blue chambray shirt and a pair of English brogues - but most of us don’t subscribe to that anymore.

lucevan le stelle · 14 March 2018, 06:44 AM

Wonder what Gen Z buyers will want in watches when they have the money when it comes to mechanical watches? Makes me think that expected appreciation or desirability that we discuss today on this forum will be totally illusory as we don't know their tastes. Imagine them going "meh" at the prospect of buying a Hulk. Maybe Rolex has done some marketing research on this and determined that DJs are the wave of the future- so that is why you seem to see so many of them in the display cases!

lucevan le stelle · 14 March 2018, 06:45 AM

No one has found a cool micro brand, even as a fun watch?

Watcheroo · 14 March 2018, 08:55 AM

I feel the CB has all the characteristics of a must have model

scarlet knight · 14 March 2018, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucevan le stelle

Wonder what Gen Z buyers will want in watches when they have the money when it comes to mechanical watches? Makes me think that expected appreciation or desirability that we discuss today on this forum will be totally illusory as we don't know their tastes. Imagine them going "meh" at the prospect of buying a Hulk. Maybe Rolex has done some marketing research on this and determined that DJs are the wave of the future- so that is why you seem to see so many of them in the display cases!

I do wonder about if the future of mechanical watches is bright.

lucevan le stelle · 14 March 2018, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Watcheroo

I feel the CB has all the characteristics of a must have model

Absolutely! Been on my radar for some time.

scarlet knight · 14 March 2018, 10:51 AM

The blue Journe is stunning!

vman · 15 March 2018, 01:47 PM

Lange 37mm.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Watcheroo

I feel the CB has all the characteristics of a must have model

beautiful! want.

BNA/LION · 15 March 2018, 02:18 PM

Perhaps I will find out when they are revealed at Baselworld this year! I have my favorite AD on Speed Dial!

Last Year was the DaytonaC!

Watcheroo · 15 March 2018, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

beautiful! want.

Thanks! Get.

Wembleyisgreen · 16 March 2018, 05:31 AM

I think Nomos has potential considering they already create in house movements.

remz07twos · 16 March 2018, 06:22 AM

I would love to see the Slim De Hermes grow in popularity. Beautiful pieces.

jed11 · 16 March 2018, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I am transfixed by my new JLC Reverso Duo for over a month

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This is on my radar...was at the botique in Las Vegas and while I tried on some amazing reversos, this and the gmt version were really singing to me. Just pure class and a great value.

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scarlet knight · 16 March 2018, 01:23 PM

I bought the Reverso about a month ago and it has really kept my interest. High recommendation!

6CAB5N · 17 March 2018, 02:53 AM

I'm currently shopping for a JLC Master Control, but that's more of a utilitarian piece. As far as must have, definitely Watcheroo's F.P. Journe.

Maybe I should scrap the JLC plan and get a GO to tide me over, although that strikes me as a half measure...

yessir69 · 17 March 2018, 05:50 AM

I’ll take a Philippe Dufour Simplicity if anyone has one laying around.

11 March 2018, 07:49 AM	#1
lucevan le stelle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: garden state Posts: 522	What is the Next "Must Have" Model and/or Brand? As watch lovers, and while we have our own preferences, I don't think we discriminate when we see or handle an appealing and quality piece that merits acquisition. So which present or upcoming models/brands, (including micro), represent "must haves" for you and why? This being beyond the obvious love we have for everything Rolex.

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henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,214	I agree F.P. Journe __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

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GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,866	In all honesty Rolex is the only “must have” brand for me. Everything else I crave but Rolex is a necessity. __________________

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vman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,224	Lange 37mm. __________________ Collector and buyer of Lange, VC, Patek \| 2 FA Enabled

11 March 2018, 07:53 PM	#2
arcadelt "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Monaro, NSW Posts: 846	There are "must have" watches?

12 March 2018, 05:15 AM	#3
charger_vital "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Basel Watch: LF Sport & Pepsi Posts: 923	MB&F is ushering mechanical watchmaking into the 21st century. Their designs and innovations are exceptional. I love the collaboration they did with Silberstein.

12 March 2018, 11:46 AM	#4
jyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SG/Cali Posts: 55	Journes are beautiful works of art!

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ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,045	Moser

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Jay (Eire) 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: @jb.watching Location: NYC Posts: 1,469	For me, the next watch must be represent something different, a modern take on styling, materials or engineering. Think RM, Urwerk, MB&F. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,149	I am transfixed by my new JLC Reverso Duo for over a month Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

13 March 2018, 01:17 PM	#13
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	Patek Philippe. Its minute repeater is my ultimate dream watch.

14 March 2018, 06:44 AM	#15
lucevan le stelle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: garden state Posts: 522	Wonder what Gen Z buyers will want in watches when they have the money when it comes to mechanical watches? Makes me think that expected appreciation or desirability that we discuss today on this forum will be totally illusory as we don't know their tastes. Imagine them going "meh" at the prospect of buying a Hulk. Maybe Rolex has done some marketing research on this and determined that DJs are the wave of the future- so that is why you seem to see so many of them in the display cases!

14 March 2018, 06:45 AM	#16
lucevan le stelle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: garden state Posts: 522	No one has found a cool micro brand, even as a fun watch?

14 March 2018, 08:55 AM	#17
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: CT Posts: 3,912	I feel the CB has all the characteristics of a must have model

14 March 2018, 10:51 AM	#20
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,149	The blue Journe is stunning!

16 March 2018, 05:31 AM	#25
Wembleyisgreen Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: Allison Park Watch: 214270 Posts: 540	I think Nomos has potential considering they already create in house movements.

16 March 2018, 06:22 AM	#26
remz07twos "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Nash Posts: 148	I would love to see the Slim De Hermes grow in popularity. Beautiful pieces.

16 March 2018, 01:23 PM	#28
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,149	I bought the Reverso about a month ago and it has really kept my interest. High recommendation!

17 March 2018, 02:53 AM	#29
6CAB5N "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Boston, MA, USA Posts: 110	I'm currently shopping for a JLC Master Control, but that's more of a utilitarian piece. As far as must have, definitely Watcheroo's F.P. Journe. Maybe I should scrap the JLC plan and get a GO to tide me over, although that strikes me as a half measure...

17 March 2018, 05:50 AM	#30
yessir69 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,212	I’ll take a Philippe Dufour Simplicity if anyone has one laying around.

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