ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we discuss watch brands, models, and styles that we like but would probably never buy. To be clear, this episode isn't about picking on anyone or anything. Instead, there are other reasons these pieces aren't on our wrists and may never be.
Like any other hobby, watch collecting has its trends, its darlings, and its go-to models. We're aligned with many of these, but there are aberrations. In this episode, we touch upon some of those favorites and why we would likely never buy them. Funds, personal style, wrist size, and marketing strategy are just a few reasons. We hope you enjoy the discussion. Feel free to add your top near-hits in the comments section.
Handgelenkskontrolle
We open our show with an overview of the television shows we've been watching or plan to watch. Silo and Tip Toe are on our radars. Then, Balazs mentions a great throwback movie, The Fugitive. For the first time in ages, we also talk about shoes. Mike purchased a pair of Adidas Gazelle Inter Miami CF shoes, which are a bit funky for him. Balazs is also in on pink with his new Nike Air Jordan 1 Low × Travis Scott Muslin and Shy Pink shoes.
For the Handgelenkskontrolle, Mike is still wearing his new Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 36mm. Yes, it's still love. Balazs is in the Wimbledon spirit with an interesting pick. He's sporting the Maurice de Mauriac Rallymaster Swiss Tennis, a limited edition celebrating 130 years of the sport in the country.
Watches we like but would probably never buy
We kick off our main topic with the first watch that one of us would struggle to buy. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is a watch that Balazs admires, but it's unlikely to make it into his collection. He feels that the watch doesn't fit his more casual, sporty style. Mike also enjoys the famous polo watch, but it sits flat on his wrist. Next, Mike brings up a watch that he'd love to own, but it will sadly never come to pass. The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo is much too wide for his smaller wrist. This is a shame because it's a work of art in person. The Girard-Perregaux Laureato is next on Balazs's list. He enjoys the watch but would like it to look even more distinct next to its peers.
Mike has chosen a sub-genre of watches as the next category of pieces that he will likely never buy. The integrated-bracelet sports watch has never resonated with him. Yes, the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF 36mm is an exception, but that's because it's a fresh design, whereas most rivals can trace their roots to the '70s. Then, we come to Richard Mille. Design-wise, Balazs doesn't see himself owning one of these even if funds weren't an issue. Finally, Mike brings up a controversial pick. It's odd because this watch should fit his lifestyle, and it's from a great brand. Yet, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut is not for him. Perhaps it was a visit to a Florida jeweler in 1997 that clinched it. The salesperson announced it as an entry-level model!
We hope you enjoy today's show. As always, if you have ideas for future episodes, let us know!
