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Lankysudanese · 2024-06-09T11:03:46Z

Explore Lankysudanese's Rolex Milgauss and his evolving watch tastes, including insights on Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, in this WatchProSite collector's review.

Lankysudanese, a prominent voice in the WatchProSite community, shares a captivating series of wristshots featuring his Rolex Milgauss. His post, inspired by a fellow collector, not only showcases the Milgauss in various settings but also sparks a deeper reflection on evolving horological tastes and the allure of different brands and references. This article delves into Lankysudanese's personal journey and the community's insights on watch collecting.

Key Points from the Discussion

The author's taste has evolved, leading him to explore brands like Patek Philippe, specifically a calendar watch in stainless steel, which he notes as a testament to changing preferences.
When comparing the Rolex Milgauss to Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Jumbo' Extra-Thin (AE), the author finds the AE dials superior but prefers the Milgauss's crystal, bracelet, and micro-adjustment features.
A fellow collector observes that watch tastes naturally change over time, with watches once uninteresting becoming highly desirable years later.
The Patek Philippe calendar watch in stainless steel is described as a modern piece with strong vintage Patek influences, highly coveted but rarely seen in person.
The author appreciates the lightweight feel and orange seconds hand of an 8Hz timepiece, but found its bracelet less appealing, despite acknowledging its 'crazy good dial'.

The Discussion

ArmisT

Jun 9, 2024

This version is amongst the most iconic and recognizable from Rolex🤩

I never would have expected it to be discontinued.

Lankysudanese

Jun 9, 2024

Their decision baffled many.

It always impressed the connoisseurs

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Jun 9, 2024

Perfect summer watch

Lankysudanese

Jun 9, 2024

Thanks! But such a description would be more befitting of this

gary_g

Jun 9, 2024

Both are truly great.

Lankysudanese

Jun 9, 2024

Yeah?

IMHO: these AE’s win the dial game (versus the milli), but lose out in the crystal, bracelet and microadjustment games

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