Vintage Grail Celebrates 5 Years

Last February 15th, an evening of celebration was held to commemorate the 5th year of bringing rare and vintage timepieces to collectors worldwide. The Vintage Grail 5th Anniversary stood as a testament to our pursuit of excellence in the world of horology. Our vision of bringing excellent timepieces to collectors is paramount; the coming years will be filled with excitement as we remain committed to putting this dream to fruition.

Guests were assembled in the garden as they arrived; a showcase of horological treasures and grails awaited guests as they made their way to the foyer, including iconic vintage Rolex Daytonas such as the revered Pre-Daytona models like the Oyster Chronograph “Jean-Claude Killy” Ref. 6036 and Paul Newman models Ref. 6239, Ref. 6262, and Ref. 6241. The exhibition also featured double-signed Tiffany & Co. timepieces like the coveted Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase Double-Signed Tiffany & Co. Ref. 5712/1A and the elegant Aquanaut Travel Time Double-Signed Tiffany & Co. Ref. 5164R. Additionally, contemporary marvels were displayed, including the exclusive Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Sapphire Crystal limited edition and a selection of Richard Mille timepieces, notably the striking RM 35-03 “Rafael Nadal” in blue and white.

Jesse Maxwell, Co-Founder of Vintage Grail, opened the proceedings with welcome remarks, setting the stage for an evening of reflection and celebration. Attendees were treated to cocktails paired with cuban cigars and a 4-course dinner crafted by the culinary artisans of Blackbird and Sala.

Paolo Martel, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Vintage Grail, shared insightful reflections on the journey of Vintage Grail over the past five years, where he places importance on the support of our clients. “Working closely with our clients, who have become friends, to curate their collections has been a remarkable privilege. Each one has somehow entrusted us with pushing boundaries and sourcing some of the most exquisite timepieces, many with their own story. This has transformed several transactions into lasting relationships,” mentions Martel. From the infancy stage of the business to staying dedicated through the trying times of the pandemic, the drive and resilience of the entire team were the essence of our enduring success.

Franco Varona, Co-Founder of Vintage Grail, unveiled the pièce de résistance of the evening – the Vintage Grail 5th Anniversary coffee table book titled “Watches: A Journey Through Time & Style.” This visual masterpiece chronicles the captivating stories of featured collectors, both local and international, offering profound insights into the world of watch collecting and the inspirations driving their passion.

The event was graced by esteemed guests, including First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, Senator Mark Villar, Cong. Mikee Romero & Sheila Romero, Chairman Al Tengco, Hans Sy Jr., Dr. Hayden Kho Jr. & Dr. Vicky Belo, Duday & Noel Tuason, Doris Magsaysay-Ho, Ernest Cu, Lizzy Razon, Alice Eduardo, Tina Cuevas, Ching Cruz, Fe Rodriguez, Jay Ong, Caesar Wongchuking, Piku Uttamchandani, Wendy Puyat, and Iñigo Zobel, to name a few.

The event was further enhanced by the support of Ferrari and BMW, who proudly displayed their iconic models, featuring the Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta and the cutting-edge BMW i7 xDrive60, adding an extra layer of prestige to the occasion.

Our 5th Anniversary celebration paved the way for an exciting future as we continue our mission of bringing exceptional timepieces to the wrists of collectors worldwide. The book features exclusive insights from esteemed collectors, both foreign and local, including Aurel Bacs, John Reardon, Paul Boutros, and Maurizio de Simone, to name a few. Each page unfolds a narrative of passion, inspiration, and the uniqueness of each timepiece, capturing the essence of Vintage Grail.