The rare and unusual watches of early F.P. Journe

The rare and unusual watches of early F.P. Journe

By A Collected Man

In the third and final chapter of our exploration into the life and works of François-Paul Journe, we take a look at the oddities and outliers of his creations that seem to defy the rules of his main collections.

June 2020 • 23 Min Read
Understanding Andy Warhol as a Collector

Understanding Andy Warhol as a Collector

By A Collected Man

Alongside his era-defining Pop Art, Andy Warhol was a once in a generation collector of everything from watches to fine art and even cookie jars...

August 2021 • 13 Min Read
Interview: Marek Reichman

Interview: Marek Reichman

By Josh Sims

Aston Martin's Head of Creative talks to us about his design process and the struggle to keep cars beautiful and interesting...

July 2021 • 11 Min Read
A Potted History of Japanese Whisky Collecting

A Potted History of Japanese Whisky Collecting

By Randy Lai

From first arriving on Japanese shores in the mid-19th century to a complete Ichiro's Card series selling for £1.1 million just last year, there is more to collecting Japanese whisky than meets the eye...

December 2021 • 10 Min Read
The Story of the Audemars Piguet Star Wheel

The Story of the Audemars Piguet Star Wheel

By A Collected Man

An unusual watch which has roots in the 17th century, we take a closer look at the origins of the Audemars Piguet Star Wheel, as well as variations on the theme...

May 2022 • 19 Min Read
The Watchmaking Journey of Kari Voutilainen

The Watchmaking Journey of Kari Voutilainen

By A Collected Man

One of the most complete watchmakers in the world, we dive deep into the Finnish watchmaker's story and some of his most significant creations to date...

April 2022 • 17 Min Read
A Collector's Guide: The Patek Philippe 3970

A Collector's Guide: The Patek Philippe 3970

By A Collected Man

The reference 3970 is a neo-vintage piece that marks an era of transition and transformation. Long overlooked, we explore its history, the four generations that comprise this reference, and its unique variations...

April 2022 • 18 Min Read
A Collector's Guide: The Datograph
A Collector's Guide: The Datograph

A Collector's Guide: The Datograph

By A Collected Man

We break down the smallest details of A. Lange & Söhne's legendary chronograph and discover variations not seen before...

December 2021 • 21 Min Read
Watchmaking Through Time and Space with Vianney Halter
Watchmaking Through Time and Space with Vianney Halter

Watchmaking Through Time and Space with Vianney Halter

By A Collected Man

Existing between past and future, reality and fiction, Vianney Halter has created watches that continue to challenge our conceptions of what watchmaking is...

October 2021 • 16 Min Read
The Birth of Ultra-Thin, Automatic Perpetual Calendars

The Birth of Ultra-Thin, Automatic Perpetual Calendars

By A Collected Man

We take a close look at three neo-vintage models from the 'Holy Trinity' that have picked up a lot of attention in the last couple of years...

September 2021
A Collector’s Guide to the 'Collection Privée Cartier Paris'

A Collector’s Guide to the 'Collection Privée Cartier Paris'

By A Collected Man

We take a look at a time period of Cartier that kickstarted their horological efforts that we see today...

April 2021 • 25 Min Read
A Collector’s Guide to Early Daniel Roth

A Collector’s Guide to Early Daniel Roth

By A Collected Man

We break down some of the master watchmaker's earliest, and most desirable, work...

February 2021 • 28 Min Read
100 Years of the Cartier Tank Cintrée
100 Years of the Cartier Tank Cintrée

100 Years of the Cartier Tank Cintrée

By A Collected Man

Not many watches have lasted 100 years, we look at what has kept the Tank Cintrée relevant and stylish for a century...

January 2021 • 18 Min Read
Understanding the Aquanaut, Patek Philippe's Most Versatile watch
Understanding the Aquanaut, Patek Philippe's Most Versatile watch

Understanding the Aquanaut, Patek Philippe's Most Versatile watch

By A Collected Man

We take a look at arguably the sportiest Patek Philippe watch ever made...

January 2021 • 21 Min Read
How the Lange 1 Became a Modern Icon

How the Lange 1 Became a Modern Icon

By A Collected Man

We find out what it took to create the Lange 1 back in 1994...

December 2020 • 19 Min Read
The disruptive world of early Richard Mille

The disruptive world of early Richard Mille

By A Collected Man

We go back to the very beginning of the brand to figure out what makes Richard Mille watches so different and desirable... 

October 2020 • 24 Min Read
A Collector’s Guide to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ref. 14790

A Collector’s Guide to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ref. 14790

By A Collected Man

Everything you need to know about the mid-sized Royal Oak that is growing in popularity day-by-day...

September 2020 • 33 Min Read