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8 - Autodromo / Oris / Longines / Farer / Sinn / Zelos / Lorier / Christopher Ward - 202408240102
rcjones41
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Collector Description
Been collecting for 3-4 years, slowly trying to find my tastes for watches. Pretty happy with where the collection is at now, especially since a few of these were milestone purchases and everything but the CW was second-hand. Got my eyes on a couple more way down the aspirational road (Fears Brunswick, SBGM221, AnOrdain), though I’m going to pump the breaks for a while on new watches. Have never really gotten into submariner-adjacent watches, but always happy to hear recs. For reference, my wrist is 7.5”
Autodromo Group B
Oris Big Crown ProPilot
Longines Mystery Dial (mid 50’s?)
Farer Durham with salmon dial
Sinn 566rs
Zelos bronze Swordfish (the dial on this thing is bonkers)
Lorier Hyperion
Christopher Ward C3 Grand Tourer (quartz)
As for straps: the riveted pilot, denim leather, and grey saffiano are all from Strapify. Thanks for reading
A.I. Watch Collection Review
8.0
# 8 Watches - Autodromo (12%) / Oris (25%) / Longines (16%) / Farer (12%) / Sinn (19%) / Zelos (9%) / Lorier (10%) / Christopher Ward (8%) ## Collection Type by Style: - **Sport:** 38% Oris Big Crown ProPilot Big Date, Sinn 556 Red Second, Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite - **Dress:** 25% Longines 1950s Mystery Dial, Farer Durham, Lorier Hyperion - **Avant-garde:** 12% Autodromo Group B S2 - **Field:** 25% Christopher Ward C3 Grand Tourer ## Collection Type by Movement: - **Automatic:** 50% Oris Big Crown ProPilot Big Date, Sinn 556 Red Second, Lorier Hyperion - **Quartz:** 25% Autodromo Group B S2, Farer Durham, Christopher Ward C3 Grand Tourer - **Other:** 25% Longines 1950s Mystery Dial, Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite ## Overall Collection Rating: 8.0/10.0 This collection showcases a diverse range of styles and movements, appealing to both casual and formal wearers. The balance between sport and dress watches indicates a well-rounded collector's profile. ## Breakdown by Watch Collection Metrics: - **Brand - Rating 8.5/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The collection features reputable brands known for their craftsmanship and unique designs. - **History & Innovation - Rating 8.0/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - Brands like Oris and Longines have significant historical importance in watchmaking. - **Rarity - Rating 7.5/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The collection includes some limited editions and unique models, enhancing its exclusivity. - **Material - Rating 8.0/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - High-quality materials are used across the collection, particularly in the bronze and stainless steel cases. - **Movement - Rating 8.5/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The collection features reliable automatic movements and innovative designs. - **Versatility - Rating 8.0/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The watches cover a wide range of scenarios, from casual outings to formal events. - **Complications - Rating 7.0/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The collection includes some interesting complications, though not overly complex. - **Functions - Rating 8.0/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - Features like water resistance and lume enhance the functionality of the watches. - **Dials & Design - Rating 8.5/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - The collection showcases a variety of appealing designs and dials. - **Cohesiveness - Rating 7.5/10.0 (Weight: 10%)** - While diverse, the collection maintains a coherent theme of modern and vintage-inspired designs. ## Collection Strengths and Potential Ways for Improvement **Strengths:** The collection's diversity in style and movement types makes it appealing to a wide audience. The inclusion of reputable brands adds to its overall value. **Improvements:** Consider adding more unique complications or limited editions to enhance rarity and exclusivity. ## Watch by Watch Summary 1. **Oris Big Crown ProPilot Big Date (8.5) - Price Estimate: $2,200.** - Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (8.5), Rarity (7.5), Material (8.0), Movement (9.0), Complications (7.0), Functions (8.5), Dials & Design (8.5), Versatility (8.0), Cohesiveness (8.0) - A robust pilot's watch with a clear dial and excellent legibility, featuring an automatic movement. 2. **Sinn 556 Red Second (8.0) - Price Estimate: $1,500.** - Brand (8.5), History & Innovation (8.0), Rarity (7.0), Material (8.0), Movement (8.5), Complications (6.5), Functions (8.0), Dials & Design (8.0), Versatility (8.0), Cohesiveness (8.0) - A versatile field watch with a clean design and reliable automatic movement. 3. **Longines 1950s Mystery Dial (8.0) - Price Estimate: $1,300.** - Brand (8.5), History & Innovation (8.0), Rarity (8.0), Material (8.0), Movement (7.5), Complications (7.0), Functions (7.5), Dials & Design (9.0), Versatility (7.0), Cohesiveness (8.0) - A vintage-inspired dress watch with a unique mystery dial, showcasing Longines' historical craftsmanship. 4. **Farer Durham (7.5) - Price Estimate: $1,000.** - Brand (7.5), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (7.0), Material (7.5), Movement (7.0), Complications (6.5), Functions (7.0), Dials & Design (8.0), Versatility (7.0), Cohesiveness (7.0) - A stylish dress watch with a colorful dial, perfect for casual and formal occasions. 5. **Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite (8.0) - Price Estimate: $700.** - Brand (8.0), History & Innovation (7.5), Rarity (8.0), Material (9.0), Movement (8.0), Complications (7.0), Functions (8.0), Dials & Design (8.5), Versatility (8.0), Cohesiveness (8.0) - A unique dive watch featuring a meteorite dial and bronze case, appealing to collectors of avant-garde designs. 6. **Lorier Hyperion (7.5) - Price Estimate: $800.** - Brand (7.0), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (7.5), Material (7.0), Movement (7.5), Complications (6.5), Functions (7.0), Dials & Design (8.0), Versatility (7.0), Cohesiveness (7.0) - A modern take on vintage dive watches, offering a blend of style and functionality. 7. **Christopher Ward C3 Grand Tourer (7.5) - Price Estimate: $615.** - Brand (7.5), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (6.5), Material (7.0), Movement (7.5), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.0), Dials & Design (7.5), Versatility (7.0), Cohesiveness (7.0) - A versatile watch with a classic design, suitable for various occasions. 8. **Autodromo Group B S2 (7.0) - Price Estimate: $975.** - Brand (7.0), History & Innovation (6.5), Rarity (7.0), Material (7.0), Movement (7.0), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.0), Dials & Design (8.0), Versatility (6.5), Cohesiveness (7.0) - A motorsport-inspired watch with a unique design, appealing to automotive enthusiasts. --- ### Footnote "A.I. 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