New Louis Vuitton Tambour

[GB-man]

Not terrible but not for a me.

[gm58]

very interesting take, especially with the pricing at 19K, LV will be in the same price bracket as Moser and Czapek for example.

I have to say the Tambour reminds me slightly of the Moser Streamliner with its lugless design and fully integrated bracelet to the case. I think it is different in that the case shape is completely round (tho slightly fatter at the case bottom vs top) but I dont see how this is very "LV" vs their worldtimer/dual time options which I thought was very cool

[DonLee]

LV has been firing on all cylinders, from their clothes to their bags, and now watches. Boy do i wish I had kept all my LV shares.

[Pw92676]

Originally Posted by DonLee

LV has been firing on all cylinders, from their clothes to their bags, and now watches. Boy do i wish I had kept all my LV shares.

I am heavily invested and very happy. I jokingly say it’s a family affair in that the brand who takes my money on my wife’s shopping trips ends up paying for my sons college :)

Having met many of the key players, both public figures and behind the scenes, I can say that these folks really care about the watches and the client experience. They never were out to capture the market or please the shareholders….that’s what the rest of the overarching catalogue was for. Watches were a passion of BLV and now JA. It’s just that Jean has a bit more to prove, business-wise, in his family and thus the impetus to morph from a solely business perspective.

I am very glad to see the “standard” watches are being cut. The paradigm shift was needed. The folks at LFT are top notch and trained under some of the best folks in the industry…they operate with a “niche microbrand” mentality but have the resources of LVMH at their disposal.

[Watcheroo]

Originally Posted by Pw92676

I am heavily invested and very happy. I jokingly say it’s a family affair in that the brand who takes my money on my wife’s shopping trips ends up paying for my sons college :)

Having met many of the key players, both public figures and behind the scenes, I can say that these folks really care about the watches and the client experience. They never were out to capture the market or please the shareholders….that’s what the rest of the overarching catalogue was for. Watches were a passion of BLV and now JA. It’s just that Jean has a bit more to prove, business-wise, in his family and thus the impetus to morph from a solely business perspective.

I am very glad to see the “standard” watches are being cut. The paradigm shift was needed. The folks at LFT are top notch and trained under some of the best folks in the industry…they operate with a “niche microbrand” mentality but have the resources of LVMH at their disposal.

Thanks for the insight. It’s clear that Jean A has a lot of passion.

[991C4S]

I am a fan, well done. Very well done. I read every publication today and watched every video released. This watch is in contention for me next purchase.

[ts3]

The LV design is all over the place in my eyes. Neither a fan of the dial nor of the case and bracelet. The movement is interesting but I'd prefer the Czapek or PF if I wanted a micro rotor powered sports watch for some 20k, or the Streamliner for its more consistent design and (subjectively) better looks.

[mongrelnomoad]

WR aside, it’s a truly surprising home-run.

[robinmgb]

I did want a micro rotor stainless steel sports watch for under 20k so on Saturday I bought a Bulgari octo finissimo s
Absolutely stunning imo, very interesting horology wise and hand decorated also very accurate running within a second/24hrs

[1William]

Not something that is for me.

[mongrelnomoad]

I hate-watched the video Hodinkee (part owned by LVMH) did interviewing Jean Arnault. By the end, though, I harboured a huge amount of respect for him. Yes he may be the boss’s son, but he has great knowledge, curiosity, passion, and humility. Judging by this out-of-nowhere sensation, apparently he has great ability too.

I have no doubt he’s aiming LV for the top of the horological tree, and on current showing, I’d not bet against him getting them there.

[enjoythemusic]

Very interesting, and love the LV hard-sided box that comes with it. Only suggestion, include a leather and/or rubber strap with timepiece case attachment bits like Czapek does for easy strap / bracelet change. At that price level for that level of finishing it is getting 'mandatory' imho.

PS: The bracelet should also have some type of micro-adjustment for sizing when your wrist swells / contacts.

[ts3]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Very interesting, and love the LV hard-sided box that comes with it. Only suggestion, include a leather and/or rubber strap with timepiece case attachment bits like Czapek does for easy strap / bracelet change. At that price level for that level of finishing it is getting 'mandatory' imho.

PS: The bracelet should also have some type of micro-adjustment for sizing when your wrist swells / contacts.

Quite funny but I could not care less about any strap options as long as there is a nice bracelet and I have never missed any micro adjustment either. Maybe my skinny wrist doesn't swell much.

[Subtronics]

Interesting watch, yet I do not see myself ever wearing LV watches. Seems so... off...

[Gebbeth]

Good looking watch and movement. But $20k is very steep.

[corky]

If they bring out a 36mm will it be called a Tambourine ?

I’ll get my coat…..

[Watcheroo]

Originally Posted by corky

If they bring out a 36mm will it be called a Tambourine ?

I’ll get my coat…..

Lol.

[enjoythemusic]

Mine swells as i live in a very warm / humid climate. I really like what looks like the two-screw bracelet connection. LV could easily add a variety of bands as accessories, maybe even interesting alternatives to wrist-wear (attach to purse strap or worn as a necklace for example). The advantage of LV is they can think 'outside the box/wrist'... and explore.

[manoop1856]

I can't get over the Louis Vuitton letters that drape the bezel. like....why?

20K is seemingly an appropriate price, and if they are making in the "hundreds" per year (per Tim Mosso's IG) then they'll almost surely sell that quantity due to those who are brand loyal and who have significant others already shopping in boutiques.

[raclaims]

Doesn't really do it for me...but hey why not...the more they push the current players the better...

[news]

An inspired move by the brand and the young Arnault.

[HMHM]

Very nice! Really shows when people leading the watch company have serious interest in horology.

[Ichiran]

Check out how lights reflect off the connectors between each link in the bracelet (7.20 in the video). This makes the bracelet looks modern and refined (there is chamfering at the edge of the bracelet as well). Jean Arnault also spoke about reducing the thickness from 13.2mm to 8.3mm. This watch doesn't have the typical loud monogram of LV products and it is understated on the wrist. I think this is a good daily watch.

[INC]

I like this lugless integrated bracelet solution, and even the watch in general, but for that price, it's not for me. However, I can completely understand those who wear LV on a daily basis, if they would buy one for their wardrobe.

[seaweed719]

Not for me, especially it’s coming from LV and 20K msrp. I can already foresee its secondary market price at 6k a year later.

I’d rather get Moser streamliner or Czapek.

[news]

Originally Posted by seaweed719

Not for me, especially it’s coming from LV and 20K msrp. I can already foresee its secondary market price at 6k a year later.

I’d rather get Moser streamliner or Czapek.

6k? I can only wish! Obviously not going to happen.

[John Doyle]

A bit late in the integrated bracelet game no? The PM pieces do nothing for me i honestly think these pieces don't add anything to the table.

[OneOmegaMan]

i like this Tambour. All the other LV pieces look ugly to me

[WatchEater666]

Gross. No thanks. LV is the ultimate dirtbag brand for the tasteless.

[charger_vital]

Originally Posted by WatchEater666

Gross. No thanks. LV is the ultimate dirtbag brand for the tasteless.

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