# 4 Watches - Movado (50%) / Zenith (50%) ## Collection Summary **"Diver's Heritage"** This collection, aptly nicknamed "Diver's Heritage," showcases a blend of vintage charm and horological significance, focusing on iconic dive watches and chronographs. The collection excels in its historical and innovative aspects, with standout pieces like the Zenith El Primero "Big Blue" and the Movado Super Sub Sea Chronograph A3736, both of which are renowned for their pioneering chronograph movements. The collection is well-suited for a collector who appreciates the rich history and technical prowess of vintage dive watches and chronographs. The Movado Super Sub Sea models contribute to the collection's identity with their classic dive watch aesthetics and robust build, while the Zenith El Primero pieces highlight the collection's focus on groundbreaking chronograph technology. This collection is ideal for enthusiasts who value the intersection of diving heritage and chronograph innovation, offering a cohesive theme that appeals to both vintage watch collectors and those with a keen interest in horological milestones. ## Overall Collection Rating: 7.7/10.0 - **History & Innovation Metric (8.8/10.0)** - The collection features historically significant models like the Zenith El Primero, known for its pioneering automatic chronograph movement, and the Movado Super Sub Sea, which adds to the collection's vintage appeal. - **Complications Metric (8.5/10.0)** - The collection includes advanced chronograph complications, particularly in the Zenith El Primero models, which are celebrated for their high-frequency movements and precision timing capabilities. - **Brand Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Both Movado and Zenith are respected brands with strong legacies in watchmaking, particularly in the realm of chronographs and dive watches, enhancing the collection's prestige. - **Rarity Metric (7.9/10.0)** - The collection includes limited production models like the Zenith El Primero "Big Blue," which are highly sought after by collectors, adding exclusivity to the collection. - **Material Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The watches feature durable materials typical of vintage dive watches, such as stainless steel cases, which are well-finished and appropriate for their era. - **Dials & Design Metric (7.7/10.0)** - The collection showcases classic dive watch designs with legible dials and robust cases, though it could benefit from more variety in dial materials and colors. - **Movement Metric (7.5/10.0)** - The collection includes notable movements like the El Primero, known for its technical complexity and historical significance, though the overall variety of movement types is limited. - **Functions Metric (7.3/10.0)** - The watches offer practical features such as water resistance and chronograph functions, suitable for their intended use as dive and sports watches. - **Versatility Metric (7.0/10.0)** - While the collection is strong in its focus on dive and chronograph watches, it lacks broader versatility across different watch styles and use cases. - **Cohesiveness Metric (6.8/10.0)** - The collection maintains a cohesive theme centered around vintage dive and chronograph watches, though the focus on a narrow range of styles limits overall harmony. ## Collection Strengths, Ideas for Improvement, Downsizing Advice ### Collection Strengths The collection's key strengths lie in its historical significance and focus on vintage dive and chronograph watches. The inclusion of iconic models like the Zenith El Primero enhances its appeal to collectors interested in horological milestones. The collection's cohesive theme around diving heritage and chronograph innovation is well-executed, making it a strong representation of these watch categories. ### Ideas for Improvement 1. **Expand Material Variety**: Introduce watches with unique materials such as ceramic or titanium to enhance the Material Metric. Example: Omega Seamaster Diver 300M with a ceramic bezel. 2. **Increase Versatility**: Add a casual or everyday watch to broaden the collection's use cases. Example: Tudor Black Bay 36, which offers a versatile design suitable for various occasions. 3. **Enhance Design Diversity**: Incorporate watches with distinct dial designs or colors to improve the Dials & Design Metric. Example: Oris Divers Sixty-Five with a bronze case and green dial. ### Downsizing Advice Consider removing one of the Movado Super Sub Sea models if they overlap significantly in style and function. This could streamline the collection and allow for the introduction of a watch that adds more diversity in terms of style or material. ## Watch by Watch Summary 1. **Zenith El Primero "Big Blue" (8.5)** - Price Estimate: $5,500. - Brand (8.0), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.5), Material (7.8), Dials & Design (7.7), Movement (8.5), Complications (8.5), Functions (7.3), Versatility (7.0) - Known for its pioneering automatic chronograph movement, the "Big Blue" is a standout piece in the collection. 2. **Movado Super Sub Sea Chronograph A3736 (8.3)** - Price Estimate: $7,000. - Brand (8.0), History & Innovation (8.5), Rarity (8.0), Material (7.8), Dials & Design (7.5), Movement (7.5), Complications (8.0), Functions (7.3), Versatility (7.0) - This model adds vintage charm and robust chronograph functionality, enhancing the collection's dive watch theme. 3. **Zenith El Primero De Luca (8.2)** - Price Estimate: $9,500. - Brand (8.0), History & Innovation (8.5), Rarity (7.5), Material (7.8), Dials & Design (7.5), Movement (8.5), Complications (8.0), Functions (7.3), Versatility (7.0) - The De Luca model is celebrated for its classic design and reliable chronograph movement, contributing to the collection's focus on horological innovation. 4. **Movado Super Sub Sea (8.0)** - Price Estimate: $9,800. - Brand (8.0), History & Innovation (8.0), Rarity (7.5), Material (7.8), Dials & Design (7.5), Movement (7.0), Complications (7.5), Functions (7.3), Versatility (7.0) - A classic dive watch with a strong vintage appeal, the Super Sub Sea complements the collection's thematic focus.