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Patek Philippe Modern Calatrava Reference Guide
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Patek Philippe Modern Calatrava Reference Guide

Patek Philippe · May 3, 2023
The 5127 is a sensual timepiece with a curvaceous case reminiscent of the original Galet watch. The subtle 'Patek Philippe' label on the dial adds a touch of exclusivity. The white gold, rhodium plate
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Jaeger-LeCoultre's Brand Ambassadors: Marketing vs. Horological Substance
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Jaeger-LeCoultre's Brand Ambassadors: Marketing vs. Horological Substance

Jaeger-LeCoultre · Apr 27, 2023
Criticism of brand ambassadors, specifically JLC's partnership with Kravitz amidst product stagnation. Balancing marketing and product innovation is crucial for collector satisfaction. The ambivalence
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo: A Collector's Enduring Appreciation
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo: A Collector's Enduring Appreciation

Jaeger-LeCoultre · Apr 19, 2023
The Reverso Duo by Jaeger-LeCoultre is a great JLC watch with dual time complication and guilloche design on both sides.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic Universal Time Collection
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic Universal Time Collection

Jaeger-LeCoultre · Apr 14, 2023
The Geophysic Universal Time article showcases sophisticated watches with a dead seconds complication and practical world time function. It mentions not wearing a JLC watch since 2022.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre: Favorite Verso Complication
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Jaeger-LeCoultre: Favorite Verso Complication

Jaeger-LeCoultre · Mar 9, 2021
It's been a very long time since I've worn this one. Six months? A year? The Reverso Duo is perhaps the epitome of the Reverso, even if historically the verso side is known for its blank metal. I much
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A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin 'Black Gold Flux': Collector's First Impressions
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A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin 'Black Gold Flux': Collector's First Impressions

A. Lange & Söhne · Dec 7, 2020
In addition to the new Saxonia date, we have a new Saxonia thin - Black Gold Flux. Beautiful, yet very dressy piece. In a world where there are very few black tie events for now...so perhaps an aspira
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Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin vs. Patek Philippe: A Collector's Conundrum
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Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin vs. Patek Philippe: A Collector's Conundrum

Horological Meandering · Jul 19, 2020
A ground rule: you have to buy at retail; you can never sell. One from Laurent Ferrier, the Classic Origin Opaline. Somewhat (but not very) sporty, 40mm. Nice hand wind movement which fills the case b
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The Elusive 'Perfect Watch': A Collector's Philosophical Debate
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The Elusive 'Perfect Watch': A Collector's Philosophical Debate

Horological Meandering · Jan 16, 2020
We romanticize what we cannot have, whether watches, automobiles, homes...women, etc. The reality is often (always?) very different. Once attained, there's always some new peak to climb. This is not t
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Rolex GMT-Master II vs. Lange Datograph Pricing
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Rolex GMT-Master II vs. Lange Datograph Pricing

Horological Meandering · Sep 7, 2019
Initially listed (at an unnamed dealer) at the same exact price...to the dollar (pre-owned). Now within striking distance of each other. Value is subjective, without a doubt, but I still sometimes scr
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Rose Gold Time-Only Watch Comparison
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Rose Gold Time-Only Watch Comparison

Horological Meandering · Aug 3, 2019
I very much prefer the subtleness of white metals. But I have to admit to the allure of the sensuality of rose gold. Which of these four five would you choose, disregarding price, and why ? Will your
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JLC Compressor Chronograph: Alaska Adventure
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JLC Compressor Chronograph: Alaska Adventure

Jaeger-LeCoultre · Jul 17, 2019
Here on the rubber strap, which I almost never wear...worked well on this trip between excursions and gym time. Cheers from Alaska, John
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Patek Philippe Acquisition Hoax: April Fools' Day
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Patek Philippe Acquisition Hoax: April Fools' Day

Horological Meandering · Mar 31, 2019
Press Release Patek Philippe, Geneva Partners d’Horlogerie GmbH to acquire Patek Philippe SA As part of a generational planning initiative by the Stern family, Patek Philippe SA, the world’s leading i
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Encountering Jérôme Lambert at South Coast Plaza
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Encountering Jérôme Lambert at South Coast Plaza

Horological Meandering · Jul 29, 2018
What do you do when you're the Chief Operating Officer of one of the largest luxury goods conglomerates in the world, and the former CEO of our beloved JLC... ...and your name is mentioned (in a reser
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