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I find the watch truly appealing, generally
At the same time I have to agree with you, that the logos are unnecessarily prominent. Ralph Lauren has probably best managed to separate his cheaper clothing lines from the more exclusive ones (at least in terms of succeeding so globally) and is one of the few fashion brands whose watches can be taken very seriously by watch enthusiasts. Therefore I find it even more baffling that they went for something so bold (for lack of a better neutral term).
The watch is definitely another demonstration of both understanding the subject and the mastery of execution. The combination with wood also evokes very positive emotions for me - a long time ago I used to wear a wallnut (at least I think it was) cased Tissot watch given to me by (or snatched away from - cannot remember anymore) my father. IIRC they had a collection with various materials, including marble. Sure, it was quartz and worlds away from the RL by pretty much any measure but the positive association remains 
RALPH LAUREN RL Automotive Skeleton Unveiling in Singapore
On 20th October 2015, RALPH LAUREN Watch And Jewelry hosted an event to showcase their new RALPH LAUREN RL Automotive Skeleton in Singapore at their duplex Marina Bay Sands Boutique. Please join me on a virtual tour of the evening and followed by a closer...
A interesting marriage of two passions for Ralph Lauren.
Taking visual cues from the Bugatti and merging it into his passion for watches the outcome is with a purpose. I am interested in the weight and curious to see some wrist shots. Great job for Ralph Lauren and thanks Kong for the insight into the launch of...
Weight ...
it is not heavy, all I can say. Unfortunately, I did not photograph a wristshot, as this is the only piece that is going around the region. Thanks for viewing. Kong
I find the watch truly appealing, generally
At the same time I have to agree with you, that the logos are unnecessarily prominent. Ralph Lauren has probably best managed to separate his cheaper clothing lines from the more exclusive ones (at least in terms of succeeding so globally) and is one of t...
The current Mrs MTF also had those 1980s wood and stone watches
Unfortunately, the sister's Weinmaraner puppy decided that the Tissot Wood watch was a chew-toy.... Even before that Chew Incident, it was not in the same league as the Ralph Lauren watch! Tissot Wood watch Regards, MTF ...
I know :)
But to a 12 year old who has never seen a RL the wooden Tissot was the real deal
About the proportion of the RL logo
Don't you think the RL logo at 12 o'clock is required to balance the subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock? It would look empty if the logo were not there. A BIG Black space because the mainspring barrel plate must be there. See below... Balance at 12 and ...
The other option would be a number 12
Not saying it would be better but could balance the small seconds out...
I have to digest all these informations, but does that mean they took a movement from IWC
And that gave it to Valfleurier to skeletonize it? I am not into black cased watches, but I find this one quite interesting, aesthetically speaking. The contrast between the black metal, dial / movement and the wooden bezel is just splendid. Like you, I f...
Let's study the words what he wrote....
"The open-work is well-planned with balance symmetry and nicely exposing the large balance wheel of the hand-wound IWC-sourced FA Jones 98290 movement." "The FA Jones caliber is skeletonised by ValFleurier at the component level." "The whole assembly of t...
That's the problem with digestion. If you go too fast, you're done. ;)
Remove the RL logo, it is even more powerful. Best, Nicolas
I think the movement looks great
In my opinion, the blackened and skeletonized FA Jones movement is much better looking here than in its native IWC context. I like the style too. I'm just disappointed that the edition will be so small. Cazalea
Previously ...
I heard a while ago, the FA Jones movements are very limited, even scarce for IWC. Have a look when the watch arrives at your region. It looks better in metal. Thanks for viewing. Kong
Others like these
mostel, I like some of the Ralph Lauren watches in the Safari range. Maybe its the wood or gun-metal grey/black/blued? As the movements are sourced from Richemont Group like IWC, JLC, Piaget etc, I have no qualms about the mechanicals. We can focus on the...
Thanks for the great coverage report Kong
This Ralph Lauren Automatic Skeleton watch looks like an interesting watch. I may not be the target audience for this watch but those looking for a lifestyle watch may want to take a look at this watch. I'm curious to see how well the wood bezel will stan...
Great report as usual Kong!
Great coverage, thanks for the photos and write up so we could virtually attend the event I love the wood bezel. Feels and looks very classy with an old world charm I really like. Will it be able to withstand wear and tear like moisture? Cheers Robin