Rolex Daytona Paul Newman Dial Collection

AT · 2022-02-01T15:25:03Z

Collector AT shares his journey rebuilding a watch collection, regretting past sales of AP Jumbo and VC Overseas, while highlighting his enduring Rolex Daytona and new Tudor favorite. Discover insights on evolving collecting philosophies and market impact.

AT, a seasoned collector, shares his journey of rebuilding a watch collection a decade after divesting his previous one. His candid reflection on past regrets and current favorites offers valuable insights into evolving collecting philosophies. This post highlights the enduring appeal of certain references and the personal connection collectors form with their timepieces.

10 years ago, I sold my watch collection, I do regret my AP jumbo and a little bit my VC overseas, the rest not so much. I juts kept a Daytona for all this time. A little bit more focused this time around, rebuilding a new collection and having fun. I must confess, the Tudor is the one I keep on my wrist all the time!

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The experience of selling a collection and later returning to the hobby is a common cycle among collectors, often complicated by current market conditions.
The Tudor Black Bay in titanium is particularly lauded for its lightness, which is considered a significant part of its appeal, suggesting that platinum would detract from this key characteristic.
The collection, featuring a Yacht-Master and a Tudor, is generally well-received, with specific appreciation for these models.

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Mary Anny

Feb 1, 2022

What else?! Enjoy this complete collection

MilDiver

Feb 1, 2022

Tried that trick 2 times. got the "itch" and sold it all, just to come back again.. With current market craze, I don't think a 3rd time will enable me to make a come back...

Jp75

Feb 1, 2022

Beautiful collection, all great watches; I personally really like the YM and the Tudor! BR. Jerome

blau

Feb 2, 2022

the reason you wear that Tudor the most is because it's the best of the lot!

blau

Feb 2, 2022

I know you're kidding but: this watch would be worse in platinum! The titanium lightness is a big part of its appeal for me.

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