Weekend Wrist Check: What Are You Wearing?

Key Points from the Discussion

• The discussion quickly broadened to include luxury writing instruments, with a focus on high-quality pencils and fountain pens, demonstrating a shared appreciation for artisanal tools and craftsmanship among watch collectors.
• Artoxares confirmed his use of 'Black Wood 499' pencils, noting their design has been consistent since the 1930s, and maintained a '100% Swiss Made' theme, extending beyond his watch to his desk accessories.
• Several contributors shared their weekend watches, including a unique Ochs und Junior Annual Calendar with custom planetary dial elements, showcasing the diversity of independent watchmaking.
• Another collector presented an Alain Silberstein Rondo Krono, a limited edition of 500 pieces, highlighting its distinctive multi-colored pushers and sapphire case back.
• The conversation revealed that Artoxares, despite being a lawyer, uses his pencils for sketching between conference calls, further illustrating the personal connection collectors have with their tools.
• A contributor shared images of exquisite Japanese fountain pens, including Namiki Goldfish and Namiki Rock Garden models, underscoring the crossover appeal of finely crafted objects.