# 5 Watches - Audemars Piguet (40%) / Tissot (20%) / Mr Jones (20%) / CUSTOM (20%) ## Collection Summary **"Eclectic Elegance"** This collection, aptly named "Eclectic Elegance," showcases a diverse range of watches that blend luxury, innovation, and unique design elements. The standout pieces are the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak models, which bring a touch of haute horology with their iconic design and craftsmanship. The Royal Oak Carolina Bucci and the Royal Oak Ceramic Music are particularly notable for their exquisite materials and limited production, enhancing the collection's exclusivity and appeal to collectors who appreciate high-end luxury and artistic expression. The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm adds a touch of everyday elegance with its reliable automatic movement and versatile design, making it suitable for both casual and formal settings. Meanwhile, the Mr Jones "A Perfectly Useless Afternoon" watch introduces a whimsical and artistic flair, appealing to those who value creativity and individuality in their timepieces. The CUSTOM Seikoak, with its unique modifications, offers a personalized touch, reflecting the owner's taste and preference for bespoke designs. Overall, this collection excels in the Dials & Design and Material metrics, thanks to the variety of artistic expressions and high-quality materials used across the watches. The intended collector profile is someone who appreciates a mix of luxury, creativity, and personal expression, valuing both the historical significance of established brands and the innovative spirit of independent watchmakers. ## Overall Collection Rating: 7.6/10.0 - **Dials & Design Metric (8.8/10.0)** - The collection features a diverse range of dial designs, from the iconic Royal Oak's tapisserie pattern to the artistic flair of Mr Jones, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and originality. - **Material Metric (8.5/10.0)** - High-quality materials such as ceramic and precious metals in the Royal Oak models elevate the collection, while the Tissot and CUSTOM Seikoak add variety with their stainless steel and bespoke elements. - **Rarity Metric (8.3/10.0)** - The limited production of the Audemars Piguet models significantly boosts the rarity score, complemented by the unique customization of the Seikoak. - **Brand Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Audemars Piguet's strong reputation in haute horology enhances the brand score, while Tissot and Mr Jones contribute with their own niche appeal. - **History & Innovation Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The Royal Oak's historical significance and innovative design are key contributors, alongside the creative approach of Mr Jones. - **Movement Metric (7.5/10.0)** - The collection includes a mix of automatic and quartz movements, with the Powermatic 80 offering notable technical depth. - **Versatility Metric (7.3/10.0)** - The collection covers a range of styles from formal to casual, though it could benefit from more sport-oriented pieces. - **Complications Metric (7.0/10.0)** - While the collection includes basic complications, it lacks advanced features that could enhance this score. - **Functions Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Basic functions are well-represented, but the collection could improve with additional features like enhanced water resistance or lume. - **Cohesiveness Metric (6.5/10.0)** - The eclectic nature of the collection offers variety but lacks a unifying theme, which slightly impacts the cohesiveness score. ## Collection Strengths, Ideas for Improvement, Downsizing Advice ### Collection Strengths The collection's key strengths lie in its diverse design elements and high-quality materials, particularly in the Audemars Piguet models. The artistic and whimsical nature of the Mr Jones watch adds a unique touch, while the Tissot PRX offers reliable everyday wearability. ### Ideas for Improvement 1. **Add a Sport/Active Watch**: Introduce a sport-oriented watch to enhance versatility. Consider the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M, known for its robust build and water resistance, priced around $5,000. 2. **Incorporate Advanced Complications**: Enhance the collection with a watch featuring advanced complications, such as the Longines Master Collection Moonphase, which offers a moonphase and chronograph, priced around $3,000. 3. **Expand the Travel Category**: Add a travel watch with GMT functionality, like the Tudor Black Bay GMT, to cover more use cases, priced around $4,000. ### Downsizing Advice Consider removing the CUSTOM Seikoak if it overlaps significantly with other watches in terms of style or movement, or if it does not align with the collection's core theme of luxury and artistic expression. ## Watch by Watch Summary 1. **Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Carolina Bucci (9.0) - Price Estimate: $78,000** - Brand (9.5), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (9.0), Material (9.5), Dials & Design (9.0), Movement (8.5), Complications (7.0), Functions (7.0), Versatility (8.0) - A luxurious watch with a unique frosted gold finish, showcasing Audemars Piguet's craftsmanship and exclusivity. 2. **Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ceramic Music (8.8) - Price Estimate: $80,000** - Brand (9.5), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (9.0), Material (9.5), Dials & Design (9.0), Movement (8.5), Complications (7.0), Functions (7.0), Versatility (8.0) - Features a ceramic case and a vibrant dial, reflecting a blend of modern materials and artistic design. 3. **Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm (7.5) - Price Estimate: $695** - Brand (7.0), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (6.5), Material (7.0), Dials & Design (7.5), Movement (7.5), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.0), Versatility (7.5) - A versatile and affordable automatic watch with a classic design, suitable for everyday wear. 4. **Mr Jones A Perfectly Useless Afternoon (7.0) - Price Estimate: $250** - Brand (6.0), History & Innovation (6.5), Rarity (6.0), Material (6.5), Dials & Design (8.0), Movement (6.0), Complications (5.0), Functions (6.5), Versatility (7.0) - An artistic watch with a whimsical design, appealing to those who appreciate creativity and individuality. 5. **CUSTOM Seikoak (6.8) - Price Estimate: $450** - Brand (6.0), History & Innovation (6.0), Rarity (6.5), Material (6.5), Dials & Design (7.0), Movement (6.5), Complications (5.5), Functions (6.5), Versatility (6.5) - A personalized watch with unique modifications, offering a bespoke touch to the collection.