Tick Talk
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Wright Brothers and Everest monikers share the same problem
As promised, an event with Cory Richards as attending celebrity occurred on 23 Sept at the NYC boutique. Roger Michel advises the aviators watch was discussed and we are waiting for VC to release the video recording. I am informed, however, that proof beyond doubt it was property of the Wright Brothers has not been established. I think, as connoisseurs of the brand, we must be vigilant not to carelessly repeat nicknames invented by marketing which don't signify what they suggest. Having been above 7000m in the Himalayas, I seriously appreciate and admire the effort it took Cory Richards and partner Esteban Mena to reach 7400m, and their wisdom to turn back, but that doesn't change the fact that the so-called "Everest" Overseas didn't make the summit! Furthermore, the so-called "Wright Brothers" watch hasn't been proven in twenty years of research be have been theirs. I recall when assigning nicknames was the privilege of collectors...
Myth or Legend: Vacheron & Constantin Wright Brothers Watch
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Excellent write-up
Maison d'Horlogerie Vacheron et Constantin
Interesting.
This is one of the points which still confuses
I'm thinking of a one off that I think was called the Admiral Bird watch.
A watch of many names
A fascinating read!