I love the topic. Agree there is some common themes with vintage watches, but I do believe my Michell turntable (design from 30 years ago) can outperform a modern CD or SACD player (don't even mention iTunes) in terms of audio accuracy. Others may argue, but at least it is a debatable point. The difference is, I am pretty certain the 30 year old Heuer can not outperform a Casio G-Shock in timing accuracy.

The anti vinyl lobby would argue the opposite, saying it is exactly the same - vinyl is less accurate, just like the old watch, but the vinyl fans just love the emotion around it. But I think the comparison is wrong. I agree I wear a vintage Heuer not because it tells the time accurately, but because it is enjoyable to use. But I use my turntable because I honestly think it sounds better (and yeah, there is an emotional effect, but it's not only that).

Anyway, it's a great topic, maybe we can get Ken Kessler, the noted audio/watch journal to comment on the forum..? Here is a poor picture which doesn't do justice to the lovely Heuer or the Michell Gyrodec & SME IV arm. A little history on the Michell turntables: Heuers have Mcqueen in Le Mans. The Michell turntable claim to fame is The Clockwork Orange (and probably lots more). An absolute classic.

I'll have to post more pics on the topic.