Rolex On Wrist & Bookshelf Community Picks

Key Points from the Discussion

• The Patek Philippe 'School of Fish' book, a significant publication, is a highly sought-after item, with even Patek Philippe ADs and HQs in the US and Canada having limited shop copies, indicating its rarity and desirability among collectors.
• Despite the rise of online resources, many collectors, including oyster case, still prefer the tactile experience of flipping through physical watch magazines, acknowledging the unique pleasure they offer over digital content.
• The community actively shares wristshots of their Rolex watches, including a Rolex Milgauss and a Rolex GMT-Master II 'Sprite' (VTNR), alongside images of their watch-related literature, demonstrating a strong engagement with both collecting and horological knowledge.
• FabR's extensive collection of Patek Philippe publications, including a specific 2011-2022 lineup with a 'School of Fish' edition, underscores the depth of some collectors' dedication to archiving brand history.
• The discussion highlights the global reach of watch collecting, with FabR noting the presence of the 'School of Fish' book in Korean ADs, indicating a worldwide appreciation for such horological publications.