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Jim14's original post sparked a lively discussion among collectors regarding the choice of timepiece for a public figure, specifically a U.S. President. This thread delves into the nuanced perceptions of luxury watches in leadership, exploring historical precedents and the symbolic weight a watch can carry. It offers a fascinating look at how personal horological choices intersect with public image and political discourse.
a Smooth bezel on a Jubilee bracelet.
The guy is 78 years old, has worked hard and paid his dues. Itโs funny, I donโt think there this negativity about his cars. Granted the 67 Corvette which Iโve seen most was a wedding gift apparently from his father (in 1967), but he does own other vintage / collector cars.
...becoming a multi-millionaire while being a life-long 'public servant' does not sit well with me. That goes for both parties.
A politician's first priority is to get reelected, not to act as a public servant.
My personal view on term is that it should be one and done, no such thing as a career politician. That introduces other issues though. My point was, the President of the United States wearing a Datejust should only be of interest to maybe us on this forum.
The subject what presidents wear on the wrist is amusant. The Vulcain story, when Truman get his Vulcain Cricket the staff and friends changed Pateks and Rolexes for a Vulcain watch. The work Jack Heuer did to get a Heuer on the wrist of a Kennedy. A Heuer on the wrist of Steve McQueen -monaco- is another story. When Jack saw Obame wore a Tag Heuer, he was so happy, it was an achievement. Back to Joe. It is remarkable he wear a Rolex Datejust. If i recommend a watch for him as i study his public
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