I agree with you. However, relating to the 2013FLE, in defence of CW I think I am right in saying that (quite remarkably) the watch did not sell out to Forum members. The remaining examples were subsequently sold in sales and as NN.Tetlee wrote:Colour me suspitious but this isn't the first time these C9 FLE's have appeared in a NN sale the past couple of years. I would say between NN and the End of Line sales I've seen them at least 3 times, possibly more. I know because I can remember being very tempted by it in the past and I've only got into these sales the past couple of years.
Were these others numbered, or similar prototypes also? Can only speculate as obviusly far more watches are sold than members are posting about them here.
Good outcome for Gaf, better than being told it's effectively a frankenwatch, but I still don't agree with the prinicipal. How about the recently released Single Pusher with gold bezel, limited to 25 pieces Worldwide, that's pretty exclusive for those that can afford. But will it always be 25/25, or will it later be 25+/25+?
I have the Mk.1 Jump Hour, and am happy to own #200/200. It wouldn't be a deal breaker but I'd rather not think there are 200+ out there, that just brings uncertainty about just HOW exclusive your own model is. I like honesty & transparency, especially when spending such money.
Robin