Geneva Watch Days: A First Look at the Inaugural Event

foversta · 2020-08-29T14:10:51Z

Revisit the inaugural Geneva Watch Days with foversta's firsthand account. Explore new releases, community spirit, and the unique atmosphere of this essential horological event.

In this retrospective, foversta offers a vivid glimpse into the inaugural Geneva Watch Days event, capturing the essence of a much-anticipated gathering for the watch community. His initial post, rich with atmospheric photos, sets the stage for a unique horological experience that blended new releases, camaraderie, and the vibrant spirit of Geneva. This article revisits his firsthand account, highlighting the event's significance as a morale booster during an unprecedented time.

And it was a great event, at least good for the morale.

A few pics to summarize this week:

Beautiful weather (but not on Friday):

A lot of spectacular watches:

Meetings with friends (no social distancing required with this little guy):

Awesome cars:

And a new world of goodies!

I will publish my fireworks of wristshots tomorrow.

Key Points from the Discussion

The original author shared a 'fireworks of wristshots,' showcasing a diverse array of watches from the event, including pieces from brands like Bulgari, Ulysse Nardin, and Girard-Perregaux, offering a visual feast of new releases and collector favorites.
A fellow attendee recounted witnessing the owner of a classic car struggling to start it, highlighting the inherent challenges and high maintenance often associated with vintage automobiles, even amidst a luxury watch event.
Another community member expressed a playful desire to have been present to 'help' with the classic car's predicament, humorously suggesting they would have driven it home.
A contributor expressed pleasure in reconnecting with the author at the event, underscoring the community-building aspect of such gatherings.

The Discussion

PoyFR

Aug 29, 2020

Oh and thank you for sharing ;-)

Ronald Held

Aug 30, 2020

All of the other photos?

WH_

Aug 31, 2020

As I was walking home I saw the owner struggling to start it up (open hood and all). A reminder of how high maintenance and frustrating these classics can be.

PoyFR

Aug 31, 2020

I wish I had been there specially if it did not start, I would have proposed to help towing it away and drive all the way home ;-)

WH_

Aug 31, 2020

and yes you are absolutely right, seeing both side by side, it is the 330.

ChristianDK

Aug 31, 2020

I hope you got home safely. It was great to see you again! Hope to see you soon in Paris Christian

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