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Friends, This week, let’s put a focus on what Paris is most well-known for: being the City of Light and Love! Please come join us with a photo of your watch in Paris or one you would like to bring there or one you associate or... For me, Paris is a magica...  

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So added a bit of Paris myself ...  

Glad you like it!

... I wish you will visit Paris soon! Such a lovely charming City! All the best, Abel.

Used to go almost every year with my wife, but not been since 2011 or so. Hopefully soon again

Nice job and nice watch! : ) Helen

Sur La Plage 1873 by Edouard Manet ...  

But thanks for the encouragement - although, be careful what you are encouraging me towards

Now we are talking...love how drawing is simple but

I am happy to draw one for everyone who comes visit in Vienna - how's that?

How about I pay for each drawing brought to Zagreb

big boys ratio

but no one listens

But did not get back to me on it yet. But I am definitely up for a Zagreb event myself - this year could prove difficult but next year is wide open

I apologize sincerely for not dropping a note it is very hectic lately Looks like this year we will be friends only virtually but we have all next year ahead We must make it Once more sorry for forgetting to PM you D

It is hectic enough with our one child, so I can imagine that with three sometimes things fall off the radar. So no apologies necessary - looking forward to those cevapi and grappa!

Both on the watch and photo! HAGWE Blomman

Not sure how that happened Glad you like my improvised Paris

The pic was taken correctly, not sure how to rotate it back

Editorial services, at your service. Cheers, Cazalea

Thank you so much! Hope this now looks a bit more natural in terms of orientation, not sure it does much for my drawing skills, though

Was fairly unhappy for not having any appropriate pictures, while really wanting to take part - so decided to make my own

Who is in the car? Who is chasing? Ahh...the two Usual Suspects And the usual table. And what did i find last time in Paris? Light and love, eh? ...  

And yes, so are your find as well! HAGWE Blomman

Never thought such a dial existed. Must be impressive in the metal Cheers, Mark

....i saw it in Paris, and the dealer had bought a number of watches from the same family. It came with its original unworn Gay Freres white metal strap and its original box, I had never seen a dial like it. I had to make it mine. I sent it to Patek for s... 

The joy of seeking watches and sometimes finding something extra-ordinary Glad for you Joe, that's a very cool story and ending Cheers, Mark

These will be with me when I visit. Does anyone know Mlle. Seydoux? Maybe? ...  

I absolutely adore the GP Foudroyante. I havent seen the Geophysic in metal yet, but it looks phantastic. Enjoy this great pair! Stefan

Going after you will be a tough game. I will try... Best, Nicolas

My second home! HAGWE, my friend Blomman

Il pleure dans mon coeur Comme il pleut sur la ville ; Quelle est cette langueur Qui pénètre mon coeur ? It rains in my heart As it rains on the town, What languor so dark That it soaks to my heart? P. Verlaine this second pic is not spectacular and i gue...  

Hope the rain is over soon! HAGWE Blomman

. . . a serenade from our shores. The Kingston Trio, 1960 Affection for France runs deep here, contrary to popular convention. Glad you were able to join us, Pierre. Art

Some awesome moments shared together... And without doubt, many more to come! All the best from the City of Love an Light. Nico ...  

To many, many joyful moments in the city of love and life!

Great examples of typical Paris life! HAGWE Blomman

... and visiting my young old friends there! Couldn´t make it in 2015, but I´m sure I will be in Paris next year! All the best my dear friend! Un afectuoso abrazo, Abel.

Always nice to see them here Nicolas! Cheers, Mark

No wonder that it seems impossible to find one, they must be all in the hands of our fellow PuristS! best Stefan

Great photos of what are obviously great times. Wow!

As a PuristS, Paris always holds some fantastic moments! Best Blomman

... week end Wrist Scan! You know I have an special Love for this City, which I find so marvellous and beautiful. Full of History, Culture, Enjoyment and Light! The fact that my daughter lived in Paris during five long years gave my wife and me the excuse...  

And beautiful photos and watches. To many more such moments in the City of L&L! HAGWE, my friend Blomman

A very nice touch.

It seems we are sharing the taste for the sames watches. Well, i guess with THIS selection you brought to Paris, it is not difficult. best, Stefan

Let's hope we will meet again in Paris! Best Blomman

This watch came from a French collection and is a new favorite. A new great car watch. Great category this week and all the best to Paris and all our friends, Best, Tim ...  

That is a very nice catch! HAGWE Blomman

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in January. Best, Tim

the crystal! Tim

tables in Paris in my time I've seen men getting headache and scratching their head I've seen men hard at work and all of it thanks to our Count Vladimir I've traveled across city far and wide and loved it more and more Silent moments and moments that I f...  

These shots awakens memories of many happy moments, my friend! Hope to meet you in Paris soon again! HAGWE Blomman

Few things would make me more happier then see you soon in Paris...very few things my friend Best D

Would be to share a Grappa by the Adriatic Sea....! Best, my friend Blomman

Thank you so much, Damjan, and don't forget you are always at home, here. Best, Nico

but it is much better when one knows he's welcomed like in his own home Thank you for that my friend Yours D

Paris is much more a city of friends and watches than light and love Cool pics!

friends are love and watches light then Paris is all of it D

The city I never visited but would love to. If I do, I would bring my one and only SINN Cheers Edward ...  

with double or single n

Your watch is already there!

Besides you should see the length of my bucket list Endless!!! Cheers Edward

In terms of prioritizing the list?

The list is prioritized, a brand new Patek Philippe is on the top of it When the time comes of course. Best Edward

But I am sure PP would gladly deliver it to Paris, too, if you asked

It's weird but I never thought of taking the landscapes of Paris pictured with a nice watch on my wrist, anyway I do not have any good one. So a big thank you to everyone for these wonderful pictures of my beloved Paris.

But until then, maybe a shot of a watch you have been wearing when in Paris? Or why not a shot of a watch you associate whit the city...? HAGWE Blomman

meanwhile, I could find those 3: Jardin du Luxembourg MK2 in the north of Paris ...  

Especially like the middle one!

That's how I will remember it - we were young and in love, and she said yes in the garden of the Musee Rodin: As for the watch, I choose to go with one with 'Paris' on the dial: ...  

What a excellent example of Paris, the City of Love! And a great watch to follow! You should share it more often, here or over at the GP forum. HAGWE Blomman

Busy on my business, I don't have time to travel. I don't have pictures that can honor Paris. Memories: My only watch (not mine anymore) that saw Paris. A Memovox, that's now belongs to a dear friend. Watches that I think can match Paris beauty: 1) Duomet...  

Our memories are some of the most important things we carry with us. Wonderful and very apropriate "Paris" lineup, dear Nilo! HAGWE Blomman

Great theme Blommam. I have not posted since last October 2014 but I visit regularly . Just to prove I do visit , I know Thomas Mao was profiled in Robbs Report and gentleman Mark in Paris is now a Patek moderator ( warm congratulations ). On my wrist is ...  

It was 1986 not 1996

And sharing your story. Sad to hear that after almost 30 years ago and still this kind of madness. We hope for more peaceful days ahead! Good to know you are still with us even if not actively posting. HAGWE Blomman

Not sticking strictly to your theme and celebrate Paris and writing about the terrorism in 1986. We enjoyed Paris and the rest of France . Culture , museums , the left bank , historic buildings and food were some of the highlights . Cheers , dreamer

But sadly... True. All the best, my friend. Nicolas

Thanks a lot for your warm congratulations Dreamer and we are glad you keep on reading us. It is indeed an incredible story and I'm looking forward to more pieceful times indeed. Thanks for participating to this thread Dreamer, take care Cheers, Mark

As I have read your watch reviews . You see the tiniest details and nuances which you described so succinctly . I still remember you , after looking at a panoramic shot of San Francisco I posted in timeout , asked me why there are 2 churches located so cl... 

You're certainly right about the explanation. Thanks Dreamer for your nice compliments Cheers, Mark

Sad story that we have not much progressed in 30 years. At the same time there is hope - Paris recovered then and I am confident it will recover now!

We must never give in and let terrorism prevent us from going about enjoying our lives . We were advised to cancel our trip to Paris and the rest of France in 1986 due to terrorism in Europe but we chose to ignore and continued with our trip. One blessing... 

Unfortunately it\'s already 18 months since my last short visit to the City of Light, need to come back soon! Here is a shot from Trocadero down to the Tour Eiffel I took on my last visit: When it comes to watches, I cannot provide a Paris wristshot, but ...  

Go by fast! Wonderful shots and the BP will make a great companion! HAGWE Blomman

great memories, great friends,always a great time, that's Paris! Here are two park bench shots. I know Blomman already showed his version of the same bench, but these are my photos, my memories CC ...  

To be lived again! HAGWE, my friend Blomman

Wonderful city with so much to do! Unfortunately,not many scenery shots taken over the years---more in memory... but what memories! with a friend on the rooftop of printemps the many delicious gourmet meals over the years al fresco dining on the champs el...  

I drink to that! May I ask, which watch is in your third shot? HAGWE Blomman

miscounted the shots....yes it's the ebel voyager otherwise known as the world time

slipping out under the sleeve....the tudor heritage chrono ...  

You seem to have had a very nice time in Paris Blomman and had a very considerate host with Nicolas. I don't have much of these "Paris" pictures but I could find one which is more French tahn Parisian only but hereit is: The traditional Baguette sandwich ...  

I still get a smile on my face when I see the people of Paris with their baguette in the hand in the street! I never saw this habit anywhere else... Wonderful! HAGWE Blomman

Everyone has posted so many great photographs of great times. It is wonderful to see and to have something to look forward to. Merci. A Paris. Bientot.

I have no doubt that Paris will recover from the cowardice acts of terrorism, if not already. Always love the City of Lights. Here's one of me and SheWhoMustBeObeyed sporting our MB&Fs during one of our trips to Paris. Here's another that was taken earlie...  

But a bit confused... SheWhoMustBeObeyed lives in Sweden! HAGWE Blomman

Best, Horo

I first visited more than 25 years ago. On that first trip I learned why this iconic shape is held so dear by Mr. Frenchman. Because it represents that which is essential for every visit, and for every joy or sorrow shared between men and women. Over the ...  

I was fresh out of college and was visiting Europe for the first time. I stayed at a hostel in St. Germain, having a baguette for breakfast and dinner, but partying until the wee hours. Good times for sure! Like you, nowadays, better hotels, crowds, bars,... 

Great journey you took us on, Mike - thanks!

.. many wonderful buildings and a spectrum of moods ! Als numerous pictures taken there .. Hope you therefore will allow to submit a kaleidoscope of pics, featuring several watches, watches with connection, watches in lovely moments. Thus, not one single ...  

As you said, to be re lived... All the best, Nicolas

And more of these moments to come! Thank you for this great Paris mosaic, my friend! HAGWE Blomman

I believe it to be the unofficial capital for Purists, would you agree? Have a great weekend, Alex

In front of a No. 7 in Place Vendome, a place which I am sure many here have known. Enjoying a cold beer on a sunny afternoon. A dream come true! Being at Roland Garros this past spring. What better way to cool down after an afternoon stroll than with a B...  

And, actually, I have been wearing it a lot lately! What a great treat it is to wear it! Cómo estás, Nico? Te mando un abrazo fuerte y aquí estoy para lo que necesites, aunque sea una simple charla. Abrazo, Alejandro

Pasarlo... Un abrazo a ti tambien. Nico

I should have ordered a raspberry and blueberry sorbets to match the bezel on the Pepsi ;-) Cheers, Alex

Pl V no 7 - The mother ship calling the Polaris! HAGWE Blomman

All the best to you, my friend, Alex

. . . a very long time ago. July, 1968, to be exact . . . shortly after the student riots. Obviously, the watch to wear . . . . . . would be the Sixties. ...  

You should come back! Best, Nicolas

. . . not surprised.

think he started the riots

. . . but even then, I wouldn't put it past him ;-) . . .

one jar from balcony in wrong moment.... on the wrong head and next thing you know.... '68 happens

1968, the year before my birth! Time for another visit, dear Art? HAGWE Blomman

. . . but one never knows; perhaps there will be an opportunity next year. I might well be in Europe, although not scheduled to be in France. Best, Art

I do hope we will have a chance to meet up! Best Blomman

. . . and Croatia, Damjan ;-) . . .

. . . with the Sixties on my wrist . . . ...  

Now for full student riot points a Spezimatic GUB would have been even better!

. . . but vintage GUB as interpreted by Dirk Dornblüth? . . . [credit: Aquaracer, 2012] . . . right up my alley! ...  

Did not know that the architecture was GUB based - thanks! Your watch is right up my strasse, too but not sure if student riot approved - there the Senator Sixties may well have the edge

Difficult to choose one pic but I love to see the Seine. Fx ...  

You just may need to buy it! Best Joe

I only see a fantastic watch! Best Blomman

Here is my contribution. I've never been to Paris, but I see and read, it's C'est Magnifique! My watch posed with some famous French art. (It is very difficult shooting wrist photos.) These are all French artists posing with my watch, with a bit of a twis...  

Had I pared my post down, Daumier's work and one other would have stayed. : ) Helen

The kind of wristwatches ladies used to wear in Paris in the 1940's. Integrated bracelet, often with the watch dial hidden.... The following scans are from Jaeger-LeCoultre 1945 catalog: Thank you for joining us with your great line of French art, Helen! ...  

I love wearing my bangle and charm bracelets and I love wearing my watches. Now if I could find a charm bracelet with a watch uniquely integrated into it. Thank you so much for posting the beautiful vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre watch bracelets. Helen

A lot of beautiful ladies watches were made during the 1930-1960. Many of them - hard to tell if they are jewelry or watches...! Best Blomman

A Van Cleef for my wife At the George V Hagwe Joe ...  

Happy wife, longer life

Wonderful, Joe! Another example of the City of Love! HAGWE Blomman

And the people of Paris! A city I love with warm and friendly people. Great theme Blomman. Here are shots of my watches in Paris Montblanc Villeret grand feu enamel I wore to Paris last year for business With fellow moderators in Paris - Watches from Fx, ...  

Your MB looks right at home! HAGWE Blomman

Paris! Just a couple of hours away, but i am far more often in Brisbane, Singapore or Dubai than in Paris. Well, thats for Business, while Paris is for the heart. First a disappointment to see the Breguet Boutique and Museum closed (June 2014), but then t...  

The JLC Boutiqe have some really good stuff on display! HAGWE Blomman

The wife and I have always planned to go but then we kept having kids and never had time But now we have decided to make the time to go, to show support, and demonstrate to these terrorists that life goes on...their mission much like their lives a wasted ...  

A magic city, especially together with your wife! HAGWE Blomman

Mike, You're both doctors (obstetrician and paediatrician); surely you know how to avoid babies? Remember the good old GTGs? Tokyo 2004 JLC PuristS GTG What watch is this? Regards, MTF ...  

I learned so much and met so many nice collectors. Even an esteemed Japanese collector who obviously forgot that we had a nice 2 hour conversation sitting next to one another..but I digress. Yes the Mrs. and I should know better...or is it that we do know... 

I learned to live in Paris and love in Roma. Before Paris, there was no foie gras and Before Roma there was no expresso. Here is my Flight of Fancy over Paris .....with watches and a little walk down my favourite Place: Flight of Fancy to Paris Chopard Vi...  

To have gone by helicopter over Paris must have been a great experience! But the shot that catch my attention is your last shot... How true, this is Paris! HAGWE Blomman

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