On a current podcast, I in contrast the look of this watch to Oakley sun shades, and I stand by that. Whereas the case is round, the impression of the lugs that flip sharply inward on themselves mixed with the mixing and fast taper of the rubber strap leaves one feeling like they’re an oval, which is the defining attribute of the as soon as ubiquitous 90s period shades. (A aspect be aware right here: Oakley sun shades, although actually not one thing in any respect interesting to me personally, have a loyal following and commerce in a lot the identical manner on the secondary market that watches do, with collectible fashions commanding eye watering sums, as if we wanted extra proof that there’s a marketplace for all the pieces). The Continuum is smooth and aerodynamic, and we think about the titanium case materials makes it really feel mild and comfy on the wrist. In brief, it might be an important true sports activities watch when you wanted it to be, however the $40,000 price ticket, restricted manufacturing run, and horological artwork seen by means of the caseback put this watch in the identical bucket as A. Lange & Söhne’s Odysseus, Vacheron Constantin’s current Everest releases, and nearly any valuable metallic or gem set “sports activities” Rolex you’ll be able to consider.
I like any such watch, and the Continuum specifically, fairly a bit, regardless that logically I totally acknowledge that there’s one thing somewhat (okay, rather a lot) ostentatious occurring right here, and any such factor isn’t usually my bag in any respect, not even somewhat bit. To me, it’s the equal of the Lambo poster on the wall of a childhood bed room: a totally ridiculous factor that isn’t even aspirational a lot as it’s unique, unusual, and finally unknowable. It’s the kind of watch I like in concept, even when it there isn’t something remotely sensible about it. Romain Gauthier
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