Rolex Performance, Strength in F.P Journe, and Renewed Interest in the Patek Calatrava | Market Wrap

A new episode of Market Wrap means a new assortment of watches have come across Mike Manjos’ desk for us to explore today. Mike dives into this week’s show, shining a spotlight on “a classic with a twist” – the IWC Big Pilot Muhammad Ali Edition (IW5004-33), followed by H. Moser & Cie.’s Endeavour Flying Hours with a Cosmic Green fumé dial. A stunning A. Lange & Söhne Grand Lange 1 Lumen, with its semi-transparent dial and luminous details, rounds out this segment…and swiftly makes its way to more than one wish list. For our main topic, Mike discusses recent market activity across Rolex collections, highlighting the strength and demand for Oyster Perpetual 41’s and the GMT-Master II “Pepsi.” He also notes the continued interest in F.P. Journe among collectors, particularly outside of the United States, as we track rising activity across all of WatchBox’s global offices. We’re getting ready for auction results to roll in from Phillips over the weekend, with a keen eye on A. Lange & Söhne’s Datograph “Yellow Jacket.” Mike also addresses recent changes in premiums at the leading auction houses, sharing some commentary in this episode. As always, Market Wrap closes with some of the models we are seeking to buy for WatchBox’s inventory, including the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Up/Down Walter Lange Edition, the Audemars Piguet Star Wheel, and a classic piece from Patek Philippe that has been on our minds lately; the Calatrava Ref. 5119. Contact one of our client advisors [social@t