Today, I will try to give myself the almost impossible task of choosing my personal favorite models at all times. I have chosen to be entirely out of my personal preferences and the list will be dominated by a few brands in particular. My all-time Favorite watches are from Adina men’s watches. 

Patek Philippe Nautilus ref. 5711P
Gerald Genta’s masterpiece Nautilius is in steel a dream watch. In the extremely limited version in platinum, it is a Graal. What makes it so amazing in my eyes is the fact that, instead of clearly distinguishing it with a completely different dial, it is rather very similar to the steel version (which is slightly darker blue / gray in the tone) and glides under the radar on a fantastic way. It is also a model that, apart from the rising price, is actually a perfect everyday watch.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 6241 “Paul Newman” 
The clock in question may not need a detailed description. The ugly ankungen story of the clock model that was more or less mislead when launched and left unsold in the windows of the trades for years, but today it costs millions of prices at auction. My personal favorite of the model is ref. 6241 with black tachymeter ring, the cream white dial with black registers and so-called “pump pushers.

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar ref. 2438/1
One of history’s most beautiful watches in my personal sense is the eternal calendar of 2438 from Patek Philippe. The model is according to many little brothers to the 2499 chronograph version which gets the most attention and 2438 was produced in a small edition especially during the late 1950s. The size of 37mm, the symmetry of the design and the quality of the watch make it my favorite perception of history.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ref. 5402st
Just like Nautilus, Gerald Genta’s Royal Oak is a masterpiece whose design proved to be stupid even after the 1970s. The model formed the basis of a brand new market segment and was the rescue of Audemars Piguet as a company. My favorite is the original 5402st from 1972.

Omega Speedmaster ref. 2915 
Omega’s iconic Speedmaster is primarily associated with the moon and NASA, but originally the model was actually designed for motorsport. The original version is called 2915-1 and features the characteristic “Broad Arrow Visors and Straight Boot Shape, which makes the watch a little bit nicer than the Professional Series from the late 60’s onwards.

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph ref. 2499
The holiest of the grail of many Pateks collectors is the eternity calendar and the chronograph 2499. The model in gold is extremely sought after and when one of 2 famous platinum albums was sold in November 2012 (and the seller happened to be a particular Mr. Eric Clapton) enthusiasts went to the ceiling.

Rolex Submariner ref. 6538 “Big Crown” The
question of whether it was Submariner or Fifty Fathoms who was the first clean dive watch can be discussed for a long time. Whatever my favorite is, there is no doubt at all. Late Rolex launched its iconic diving watch in 1954, the model has been a benchmark for how dive watches in the market look like the fictional spies as well as the actual soldier’s wizard.

Cartier Tank
Cartier is, in my opinion, one of the most elegant and interesting options on the market. With amazing aesthetics as well as history, it’s a perfect choice for the truly formal moments. My favorite model is Tank, launched in 1920. The finest is the model in platinum that gives a luxurious but discreet feel to, for example, a tuxedo or a dark suit.

A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph ref. 401.026
German A. Lange & Söhne is really among the best in the market when it comes to finishes and watches. Although there are many worst models that cost significantly more, my favorite 1815-based originron chronicle had a pulse scale on the outer edge of the dial and a slightly smaller 39mm white gold-plated booth.

Audemars Piguet Quarantee Perpetual Calendar
Audemars Piguet is obviously mainly associated with Royal Oak but has made a couple of really nice other models. This 1995 rectangular eternal calendar is one of those I think is amazing.

Adina Watches are my all all time favourite watches.