Inside A Watch Collector's World: The Watches You Need To Know

What makes a watch truly special? For some, it's the name on the dial. For others, it's the design, the story and the details you might miss at first glance. In this episode of SLMan's Collecting Conversations, we sit down with Matteo Violet-Vianello, founder of Anoma, to explore a world of watches that goes far beyond the usual luxury names. From a sentimental vintage Seiko inherited from his grandfather to rare 1970s designs and unconventional timepieces, this is a collection that challenges what a watch can be. Matteo also shares the inspiration behind Anoma, his sculptural approach to watchmaking and why he believes the most interesting designs often come from outside the industry. Plus, we get into the risks of launching an independent watch brand, the pieces that are hardest to find and why smaller watches deserve more attention. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply appreciate exceptional design, there’s plenty here to inspire a closer look. Which watch from Mateo's collection would you most want to own? Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup #SLMan, #Watches, #LuxuryWatches, #WatchCollecting, #MensStyle, #VintageWatches, #IndependentWatchmaking, #watchdesign TIMECODES: 00:00 – Inside Matteo’s Eclectic Watch Collection 00:31 – The Vintage Seiko That Started It All 01:39 – How His Watch Taste Evolved 02:13 – The Rare, Space-Age Watches Collectors Overlook 03:47 – Why Smaller Royal Oaks Deserve More Attention 04:26 – Are Watches Jewellery Or Horology? 05:07 – A Look At His Unusual Vintage Jewellery Watches 06:33 – The Story Behind Anoma’s Sculptural Pieces 08:29 – Launching Anoma: Risking Everything On A New Design 10:22 – The Two-Year Process Of Perfecting A Watch 11:10 – His Most Precious Watches & Hardest Finds 12:55 – The Latest Watches Catching His Eye 14:01 – What’s Next For Anoma?