We analyze the Sotheby’s Geneva watch auction results and developing trends in the collector watch market. Is Franck Muller the next vintage hype watch?
We review the “completionist” watch collection of Eric Peng Cheng of the Undefeated sneaker empire. Featuring: Breguet, Daniel Roth, Audemars Piguet, Patek philippe ROLEX, Tudor, H Moser.
These day’s when collectors talk about “blue chip” “investment grade” watches, the Rolex Paul Newman Daytona. We would argue that vintage Daytona is well past it’s peak. The REAL blue chips in watch collecting are the Rolex triple-calendar ref 8171 and ref 6062. Produced 1949-1952, the total production of both models is estimated at 2,600 in total. About a dozen are on the market at any time, and 3-4 pieces come to auction every year. For investment minded collectors this is the sweet spot: small enough population that they are extremely rare (especially after 70 years) – but just big…
Some collectors focus on particular brands, era’s or complications. Patek Philippe dealer and collector Tony Kavak takes it a step further with his world class collection.. Full Story here
Cartier “Crash” prices have been rocketing over the past few years, and this fever has trickled down to other vintage Cartier shaped cases. The question is can the hype last? Here is an informative article behind the Cartier Crash story and it’s price history at auction. It’s worth noting that the Cartier Crash has ignited collector interest in other “funky” case shapes, of the 60’s and 70’s and this is lifting prices, for watches like the Patek Philippe Ellipse and others.
Click here to see latest watches for sale and auction Coming soon to WatchReporter.com marketplace! This incredible Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time 25730BA priced under $38K. Dm to reserve.
We review the flashy and fabulous watch collection of @miamicollection
We review the eclectic collection of @Wrist.machines.ca. All heavy hitters from independents Urwerk, MB&F, Greubel Forsey, deBethune and of course: Richard Mille, Patek Philippe, Rolex
We explore the amazing collection of @chronopeace featuring the most exclusive watches from Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, Patek Phillipe and independents like FP Journe, MB&F.
We discuss the often misunderstood “Rare Handcrafts” line of Patek Philippe… Why is this sought after by the VVIP clients of Patek? What is the future market potential for these watches?
