Luxury Watch Collection: Metal Comparison
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Luxury Watch Collection: Metal Comparison

By 1WatchMan · May 25, 2024 · 32 replies
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In a recent WatchProSite forum post, '1WatchMan' presented a compelling two-watch collection, sparking a lively discussion among collectors. His pairing, featuring two distinct timepieces sharing only their white gold metal, challenges conventional notions of collection building. This article delves into the community's insights on his curated selection, exploring the nuances of design, collectibility, and personal preference.

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This couple could make a perfect 2-watch collection, what do you think?



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patrick_y
May 25, 2024

If only the 5110G in my family would turn into a P.

1W
1WatchMan
May 25, 2024

I wouldn't mind adding another version one day...

GA
gary_g
May 25, 2024

A sports watch on a bracelet. βœ”οΈ Everything else is fluff. I like it. And these two are great examples.

PA
patrick_y
May 25, 2024

It's hard to get a 5130P or a 5110P. One must turn to the used market. With the obstacles high in the used market (new watches are commodities, used ones are unique and thus each one needs to be inspected), I would think you're fairly safe due to the high obstacles.

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patrick_y
May 25, 2024

Something about the G is just too white for me. The 5127G is beautiful - almost minimalist - I know you'll say the date window is glaring and asymmetrical. The 5110G to me seems a little too white, some contrast on the dial as the P variant offers, or some contrast on the case and dial such as the J and R variants offer add a richness that the G is lacking. But opinions opinions opinions... The 5130G is different - it has blue parts on the dial that the 5110G doesn't. Thus, lending some blue col

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patrick_y
May 25, 2024

Makes me want to put a more interesting strap on it. Something with charm. Notice this white gold Breguet is on a light green strap - makes me wonder if that would go well on a 5110G. Photo from our dear Yokozuna Cat. Breguet Reveil Du Tsar is on an interesting strap.

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