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3 - Seiko / Nomos / Tudor - 202412081326

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Collector Description
3 - Seiko / Nomos / Tudor - 202412081326

Seiko Prospex Land Alpinist SPB243

USD 750

Seiko

Nomos Orion Neomatik Dore

USD 3580

Nomos

Tudor Black Bay 54

USD 3900

Tudor

Hopefully done for a while.

Japanese, German, Swiss.

Beater, Dress, Sport.

Three very different watches for hopefully every mood and occasion.

I will be taking a break from expanding my collection for hopefully a while 🫠. And when I do, it’ll probably be a GS or an Explorer.

 

https://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/s/LhoW5U8rOS

A.I. Watch Collection Review

9.0

3 Watches - Seiko (33%) / Nomos (33%) / Tudor (33%) Collection Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

Collection Type by Style

  1. Field: 33%Seiko Prospex Land Alpinist SPB243

  2. Dress: 33%Nomos Orion Neomatik Doré

  3. Dive: 33%Tudor Black Bay 54

Collection Type by Movement

  1. Automatic: 100%Seiko Prospex Land Alpinist SPB243, Nomos Orion Neomatik Doré, Tudor Black Bay 54

Overall Collection Rating: 9.0/10

This collection highlights a balanced mix of versatile timepieces, each excelling in its respective category. It blends rugged durability, minimalist elegance, and classic dive watch heritage, offering something for every occasion. The shared focus on automatic movements ensures mechanical sophistication throughout.

Breakdown by Watch Collection Metrics

  1. Brand (10%): 9.0/10
    With contributions from Seiko, Nomos, and Tudor, the collection showcases well-respected brands renowned for their quality and craftsmanship.

  2. History & Innovation (10%): 9.0/10
    Each watch draws from significant historical inspiration—whether it's the Alpinist’s mountaineering roots, the Orion’s Bauhaus-inspired design, or the Black Bay’s dive heritage.

  3. Rarity (10%): 8.5/10
    While none are limited editions, the Nomos Doré’s unique design and the Tudor Black Bay 54’s current popularity add exclusivity.

  4. Material (10%): 9.0/10
    Durable stainless steel cases and sapphire crystals across the collection ensure premium quality, with polished finishes enhancing their appeal.

  5. Movement (10%): 9.2/10
    Featuring robust automatics, including the in-house DUW 3001 in the Nomos and Tudor’s COSC-certified MT5400, the collection excels in mechanical performance.

  6. Versatility (10%): 9.3/10
    The field, dress, and dive styles provide excellent adaptability across formal, casual, and outdoor settings.

  7. Complications (10%): 8.5/10
    Practical features like a date display (Seiko, Tudor) balance the minimalist approach of the Nomos, though none feature advanced complications.

  8. Functions (10%): 9.0/10
    Strong water resistance in the Seiko and Tudor, along with Nomos’ slim profile for daily wear, enhance usability.

  9. Dials & Design (10%): 9.5/10
    From the clean elegance of the Nomos Doré to the vintage-inspired Black Bay 54 and rugged charm of the Alpinist, the collection excels in aesthetic variety.

  10. Cohesiveness (10%): 8.8/10
    While diverse, the collection maintains harmony through its shared focus on automatic movements and high-quality construction.

Collection Strengths and Potential Ways for Improvement

Strengths:

  • Excellent representation of field, dress, and dive categories.

  • High-quality automatic movements across the board.

  • Aesthetically balanced and versatile pieces.

Potential Improvements:

  • Adding a chronograph or GMT watch could introduce functional diversity.

  • Including a more rare or limited-edition piece would enhance exclusivity.

Watch-by-Watch Summary

  1. Tudor Black Bay 54 (3900) - 9.2/10Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.5), Rarity (8.5), Material (9.5), Movement (9.2), Versatility (9.0), Complications (8.5), Functions (9.0), Dials & Design (9.5)
    A compact, vintage-inspired dive watch powered by Tudor’s MT5400 in-house movement, with 200m water resistance.

  2. Nomos Orion Neomatik Doré (3580) - 9.1/10Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.5), Material (9.0), Movement (9.5), Versatility (9.0), Complications (8.0), Functions (8.5), Dials & Design (9.5)
    A minimalist dress watch with a stunning golden sunburst dial and an ultra-slim DUW 3001 automatic movement.

  3. Seiko Prospex Land Alpinist SPB243 (750) - 8.7/10Brand (8.5), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.0), Material (8.5), Movement (8.5), Versatility (9.0), Complications (8.0), Functions (8.5), Dials & Design (9.0)
    A rugged field watch with a compass bezel, 200m water resistance, and Seiko’s reliable 6R35 automatic movement.

A.I. WatchMetrics Review v7.3

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