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5 - JLC / Omega / Rolex / Tudor / Cartier - 202412070058

Collector:

horologym

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5 - JLC / Omega / Rolex / Tudor / Cartier - 202412070058
Collector Description

Better late than never. I'm a purist, and I love watches that scream their brand's DNA. Here are 5 watches from my collection that best represent my lifestyle, budget, and taste in watches.

 

*I had a tough time between my FXD and my Black Bay (for sentimental reasons), but eventually went ahead with the former. The BB line may be the flagship/heritage model for Tudor, but I strongly believe that the Pelagos line is the future and the best representation of modern-day Tudor. Also, I have been enjoying my FXD a lot more.

P.S. My Gorilla watches deserve a special category on its own.

 

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A.I. Collection Summary:

This eclectic luxury collection blends timeless elegance from Jaeger-LeCoultre's reversible Reverso and Cartier's iconic Tank with hardcore tool watches like Rolex's no-date Submariner and Tudor's maritime Pelagos FXD, anchored by Omega's legendary Moonwatch chronograph; it targets the sophisticated collector valuing heritage, versatility across boardroom-to-ocean scenarios, and superior Swiss movements including two manual-wind powerhouses with 45-50 hour reserves alongside robust automatics.

**"Iconic Luxury Fusion"**

Watches in Collection:

Total Price ($):

Avg Price ($):

31141

6228.2

2013

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JLC Reverso Grande Taille Mechanical

USD 5900

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Omega Moonwatch Professional
Co-Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 42 Mm

USD 5141

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Rolex 2013 Submariner (No Date)

USD 12000

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Tudor Pelagos FXD

USD 4100

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Cartier Tank Solo Automatic Date

USD 4000

A.I. Collection Review:
# 5 Watch Collection - Jaeger-LeCoultre (20%) / Omega (20%) / Rolex (20%) / Tudor (20%) / Cartier (20%) Review by A.I. WatchMetrics ## Collection Summary This eclectic luxury collection blends timeless elegance from Jaeger-LeCoultre's reversible Reverso and Cartier's iconic Tank with hardcore tool watches like Rolex's no-date Submariner and Tudor's maritime Pelagos FXD, anchored by Omega's legendary Moonwatch chronograph; it targets the sophisticated collector valuing heritage, versatility across boardroom-to-ocean scenarios, and superior Swiss movements including two manual-wind powerhouses with 45-50 hour reserves alongside robust automatics. **"Iconic Luxury Fusion"** ## Overall Collection Rating: 8.0/10.0 **Brand Metric (8.4/10.0)** - Dominated by Rolex and Jaeger-LeCoultre prestige, this lineup matches the cachet of a Patek Philippe starter set without ultra-exclusivity. **History & Innovation Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Packed with moon-landing provenance, reversible pioneers, and diver archetypes, it echoes the legacies of Speedmaster and Submariner benchmarks. **Rarity Metric (6.7/10.0)** - Secondary prices from $4,000-$12,000 deliver solid exclusivity above Seiko divers but shy of limited Patek Nautilus drops. **Material Metric (9.1/10.0)** - Sapphire crystals, 904L steel, and titanium construction rival the bombproof builds of modern Rolex and Tudor tool watches. **Movement Metric (8.7/10.0)** - In-house JLC, Omega 3861, and Rolex 3130 finishing and certification surpass generic ETA-powered mid-tier automatics. **Complications Metric (5.8/10.0)** - Omega's METAS chronograph elevates it, but time/date simplicity across most mirrors basic Hamilton chronos. **Functions Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Timekeeping, date, and full chronograph utility align with capable mid-luxury pieces like Tag Heuer Carreras. **Dials & Design Metric (9.3/10.0)** - Standout motifs from Tank geometry to Pelagos snowflakes compete with Hodinkee-awarded icons for visual punch. **Versatility Metric (8.6/10.0)** - Seamlessly covers formal, dive, and timing needs, outpacing single-style collections like all-diver lineups. **Cohesiveness Metric (7.6/10.0)** - Luxury steel icons unite the set effectively, though rectangular-to-round diversity softens perfect thematic sync. ## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.9 ## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: The collection vastly overdelivers on heritage, design, and build quality relative to its average $4,700 market pricing. ## WM Collector Grade: A+ ## Performance Insights: Excels in dials, materials, history, and versatility while complications trail; provides A+ value significantly under an implied fair price of ~$22,500. ## Collection Type by Style - Dress/Formal: 40% (Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Cartier Tank) - Dive/Tool: 40% (Rolex Submariner, Tudor Pelagos FXD) - Chronograph/Sports: 20% (Omega Moonwatch) ## Collection Type by Movement - Manual Wind: 40% (Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Omega Moonwatch) - Automatic: 60% (Rolex Submariner, Tudor Pelagos FXD, Cartier Tank) ## Collection Strengths - Unmatched blend of historical icons and modern tool watches from elite brands. - Superior material durability and movement reliability for daily-to-extreme use. - High versatility supporting formal events, adventures, and timing precision. ## Ideas for Improvement 1. Add a GMT complication for enhanced travel functionality and global appeal. 2. Incorporate a vintage-inspired piece to deepen historical narrative cohesion. 3. Introduce ceramic or gold accents to elevate material breadth and luxury flair. ## Downsizing Advice Prioritize keeping the Rolex Submariner for its bulletproof investment status and universal wearability, alongside the Omega Moonwatch for chronograph legacy; consider parting with the Tudor Pelagos FXD if streamlining divers, as it complements the Sub while retaining dress duo uniqueness. ## Watch by Watch Summary **Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Grande Taille Mechanical**: Art Deco reversible masterpiece ideal for engraved personalization and formal sophistication. **Omega Moonwatch Professional Co-Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 42 Mm**: Updated lunar chronograph with 3861 METAS precision for space-age timing reliability. **Rolex 2013 Submariner (No Date)**: Purist dive legend with 3130 robustness and enduring black-dial appeal. **Tudor Pelagos FXD**: Titanium fixed-strap beast engineered for naval ops with 65-hour COSC power. **Cartier Tank Solo Automatic Date**: Sleek rectangular icon blending WWI heritage and effortless dress elegance. **A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.5 Grok 4 Fast. December 21, 2025.**

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