Watches and Cars

Instagram."People who post pictures of their watches and the steering wheel of their cars."I see the "Mere Old Man" frequently.(↓Images)

*Image source.http://blog.livedoor.jp/itsoku/archives/51795198.html

It seems that people who like cars often have a passion for watches as well. I'm not much of a watch guy myself.(or basically too out of touch with brands and recent trends)But I have a vague image of the kind of watch I would like to see a man who drives a Porsche to wear, so I would like to write about that today.

What about the rest of the world?

incidentallyA watch that looks good on a Porsche."I did some research on the Internet about the "Mere Old Man" and was surprised to find that there are quite a few people who have written articles on the subject. For example...

Speaking of Porsche, it is the "TAG Heuer Monaco" that McQueen wore on his right hand in the movie "Le Mans in Glory" starring Steve McQueen.

Porsche Beginner's Page

For supercars and luxury cars, "Tag Heuer" and "Zenith" are cool, and so on.

*What kind of watch looks good on a supercar?

One article said, "Porsche and Rolex go together quite well."

*Which Rolex looks best in a luxury car?

Also, IWC used to manufacture Porsche-designed watches....

It's true that IWC and Porsche seem to fit together somehow.

*ChronoMaster.com

What is your husband's favorite watch?

By the way, my husband is not a person who is particular about watches, but he has a few favorites.(Really rough)They seem to use it differently.

(1) HUBLOT in hot weather

My husband has one that he purchased about 4 years ago.HUBLOT Classic Fusion.

I bought a Hublot four years ago because there are fewer people around me who still own Hublot than now.Let's see what Hublot is all about and buy one."He thought it was a good idea. However, he wanted the simplest design possible, so he chose Classic Fusion.

(2) During the cold seasonGrand Seiko

My husband likes Grand Seiko, but the leather band gets very dirty when he sweats, so he only wears it during non-sweaty seasons. By the way, this model isGRAND SEIKO SPRING DRIVE GMT SBGE033 LIMITED EDITIONThe following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

My husband is aThere are other watches that I like the way they look, but when I put one on I feel most comfortable with it. My favorite brand is Grand Seiko.He said it was.

Porsche Watch as a touring companion

Whenever I go touring, I always wear my Porsche Driver's Selection watch. I don't show it to anyone.It's quartz, so the time is accurate. And, after all, it's a Porsche (laughs).Also, even if the worst happens and I forget it somewhere, it is not that expensive, so I think I can give up on it.(No kidding the day I forget my real watch.)

(4) Grand Seiko, a memento

My husband was born into a family that has been in business for generations. This watch is a memento of his great-uncle, who did not take over the family business but started his own business and became successful in the city of Kobe.Grand Seiko made in 1971.When I received it, it was battered and scratched and didn't work properly, so I neglected it for a long time, but I took it to Grand Seiko's "Complete Service" and it was restored about four years ago.I feel like this watch has something to offer, having survived the high-growth period in the city of Kobe."My husband says, "I'm not going to wear it. So he only puts it on when he has the most important business meeting or presentation.

Well...when you say it like that and I look at it carefully, it kind of looks like a watch I have (laughs).

Of all these watches, my husband liked the Grand Seiko the best.But people often say Grand Seiko goes well with Lexus or looks like Lexus, right?"I asked him, "That's not true!" He countered, "W

Grand Seiko and Lexus are often described as similar, but I think they are completely different. They are similar in the sense that they are high quality Japanese brands.The Grand Seiko is a solid product, with a focus on performance as a watch, with no waste.It is a product made through a series of "subtraction" by eliminating unnecessary decorations and functions other than those required for a watch. It is a watch like a Japanese sword, so to speak.(I wonder what kind of watch looks like a Japanese sword....blast)
On the other hand, Lexus is a product made by "adding up", expressing "hospitality" by adding every conceivable comfort equipment and the latest functions in addition to the functions as a car. So, it is not a question of which is better or worse.I think Grand Seiko and Lexus have completely different product concepts.

He was emphatic about it.

I thought about it from my perspective.

Now, let meWhat kind of watch would you want a man in a Porsche to wear?"I've been thinking about this a bit, and I guess the point is this.

(1) Functionality-oriented as a clock

Porsche, the maker of theA manufacturer that cares more about the performance of a car than its flashy appearance.Therefore, I don't think a watch with a strong fashion brand would be a good fit. Instead, I think it would be better to pursue and emphasize the original performance and function of the watch.

(2) Something that immediately tells you what time it is.

Similar to the reason above, but not one where you don't know instantly what time it is.It fulfills its original role as a clock, which is to tell what time it is.I think that a watch with an easy-to-read dial is more suitable for me. So, I prefer something with an easy-to-read dial.

(3) A playful design that is not overly simple

I think Porsche is a manufacturer that combines "practicality" and "fun to drive", so while they know what time it is and have good performance, I wonder if they would like to have a design that makes them happy and excited to wear. So.It would be better to have a design that is not too simple but has some playfulness to it.

...So, which brand of watch fits this criteria (-_-)?

It's surprisingly difficult to think about it, and besides, there are many different models within the brand, but I don't know that much about them...(Then it's a mystery why I wanted to consider the watch in the first place.)The following is what I decided on based on image alone.

1st: IWC

*Image source.DMR

2nd: Grand Seiko

*Image source.BESSHO watch

3rd: TAG Heuer

As for Tag Heuer, the name of this model was "Carrera" (laughs).

By the way, I was given this by my husband before we got married.Cartier WatchesBut there is a

I'm not a big fan of watches and accessories. They are heavy and I don't like the feeling of metal touching my skin, so I don't usually wear watches, necklaces, or bracelets.(I even forget to wear my earrings these days)Basically, I like to put nothing on because it's more natural and easier.

Well, a watch is a person's choice.What kind of watch design would suit a Porsche?"As for the "what if" factor, we concluded that if the person who wears it likes it, it is probably fine.