Summary:

In this episode of Lume Plotters, Ralf and Marton reflect on their watch collections as they welcome the new year. They discuss their feelings about various watches, listener questions about Christopher Ward, and the recent price increases from Rolex. The conversation also touches on their vacation experiences, future collection goals, and predictions for the watch industry in 2026. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of personal preferences in watch collecting and the evolving landscape of the luxury watch market.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to the New Year of Watches

01:30 Reflections on Watch Collections

05:35 Listener Questions and Christopher Ward Watches

12:36 Quality and Value of Christopher Ward

19:51 Rolex Price Increases and Market Trends

27:51 Personal Watch Journeys and Sales

35:39 Rolex Pricing Trends and Preferences

37:15 Shifting Focus: Collections Without Dates

41:11 Future Watch Aspirations and Goals

46:53 Exploring New Brands and Market Dynamics

56:17 Expectations for the Future of Watch Brands

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