Manila Watch Collector's Gathering: 700+ Watches

Enriguf · 2012-07-21T23:52:18Z

Experience a massive watch collector's meetup in Manila with over 700 watches. See vintage Rolex, Omega, Seiko, and Heuer collections.

Enriguf's 2012 post captures the vibrant spirit of a watch collector's gathering in Manila, where 35 enthusiasts brought together over 700 watches. This article offers a visual feast of diverse timepieces, from vintage classics to modern luxury, showcasing the incredible passion and camaraderie within the collecting community. It provides a unique glimpse into the scale and variety of watches cherished by collectors in the Philippines.

... over 700 watches show up, 774 to be exact.

This GTG was in Manila in celebration of one of the countries premier collectors, his goal was to get as many watches into one shot as possible. That wasn't possible, as there were way too many. So here are photos of that night.

The buffet...

Some nice vintages

Whole lotta Seiko's

Some Rolex's

The Blue MonteCarlo really did it for me

Omega's

Heuer's

Not too many Panny's tonight...

Some IWC's

Lange's

Random watch shots

One of the watches of the night

And ofcourse...

The very appropriate birthday cake

More interesting shots to come...

Enrique

Key Points from the Discussion

The sheer volume and quality of watches, particularly Rolex and Omega pieces, impressed many attendees.
A birthday cake designed in the shape of a watch movement, possibly an Observatoire or Simplicity, was a highlight, adding a unique horological touch to the celebration.
The gathering featured an impressive array of vintage watches, including a notable collection of Seiko, Rolex, Omega, and Heuer chronographs.
The event was an unofficial record attempt for the number of watches gathered in one shot, with hopes for a future gathering to reach 1,000 watches.
The author particularly enjoyed a grouping of watches that included a 'deadly double red' Rolex, highlighting specific pieces that caught his interest.

The Discussion

Enriguf

Jul 21, 2012

Unfortunately of iPhone quality More rollies http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb152/jds1017/3d709fb6.jpg The cake close up http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb152/jds1017/f20f659b.jpg More Heuers.. http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb152/jds1017/92eabda9.jpg http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb152/jds1017/66e3daba.jpg

patrickmaniac

Jul 22, 2012

any ahci? cheers PAt

Sandgroper

Jul 22, 2012

Over 700 watches! Waoo! not quite reaching the 2000 or so pairs of shoes of another famous Filipino:) Looks like it was an extravaganza party. Cheers, Francois

Ares501 - Mr Green

Jul 22, 2012

Thnx for sharing Best D

Mark in Paris

Jul 22, 2012

Some impressive watches were to been seen here, thanks for these pictures ! Cheers.

Enriguf

Jul 22, 2012

There was a Vianney Classic that I happened to see if my eyes don't deceive me, but alas, no pictures!

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