Alain Silberstein 2008 Collection Launch

SJX · 2008-03-18T03:15:12Z

Explore the Alain Silberstein 2008 collection launch. Discover Black, Basik, and Bronze titanium watches, Marine Krono, and Tourbillon d'Art.

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SJX's report on the 2008 Alain Silberstein collection launch offers a unique perspective on an independent watchmaker's approach to showcasing new designs. By opting for a world tour instead of Baselworld, Silberstein created an intimate setting for collectors to experience his distinctive aesthetic. This article highlights the key themes and standout pieces from the collection, providing valuable context for understanding Silberstein's creative vision.

Alain Silberstein will not be exhibiting at Baselworld this year, instead he is embarking on a world tour to showcase his 2008 collection. Yesterday, a small group gathered at Garibaldi Italian Restaurant to see the 2008 collection while enjoying a wonderful lunch.

We were privileged to be one of the first in the world to see the new watches and now all Purists can similar enjoy the new range of watches.

(Click here to read an interview with Alain Silberstein from November 2007)

Michael Tay, Executive Director of The Hour Glass with Peter Chong, Lange Moderator on TimeZone

Harry Tan

A familiar logo?

Many thanks to Ching Wyin, Roslinda and the rest of The Hour Glass team for the excellent afternoon.

This message has been edited by SJX on 2008-03-18 05:00:49 This message has been edited by MTF on 2008-03-18 08:24:51

Key Points from the Discussion

The 2008 collection features three main lines: Black, Basik, and Bronze, all utilizing titanium cases, with some models having black PVD or bronze coatings.
The Black Marine models, particularly the Marine Krono (46mm wide, 17mm high), were highlighted as favorites due to their massive yet comfortable presence on the wrist. They achieve 200m water resistance without screw-down crowns, relying on modern friction sealing.
The Bronze collection uses titanium coated to resemble bronze, creating a distinctive aesthetic, exemplified by the Bronze Le Reveil GMT.
Alain Silberstein himself wore the Tourbillon d'Art in titanium, noted for its unnatural lightness and a sapphire magnifier over the STT tourbillon movement.
Attendees appreciated the collection's appeal, with one suggesting an innovative seconds display using a rotating sapphire disk with a Valentine arrow motif.
The event was praised for its intimate setting and the opportunity to meet Alain Silberstein, with some attendees regretting missing the show.

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SJX

Mar 18, 2008

Three collections are being launched this year: 1. Black Collection 2008 2. Basik Collection 2008 3. Bronze Collection 2008 A common theme of the 2008 collections is the use of titanium, all the watches are cased in titanium with some being available with a black or bronz coating. Alain Silberstein watches have a fantastic tactile feel. Most of the new collection is in titanium so they are light yet consist of many different textures. Above: Bronze Krono Bauhaus This message has been edited by S

SJX

Mar 18, 2008

These watches were spotted on various wrists around the table. Mr Silberstein was sporting the Tourbillon d'Art in titanium. Almost unnaturally light, it reminds me of the RM009 except much less serious looking. Inside beats the STT (formerly Progress) tourbillon movement and a sapphire magnifier is placed right over the tourbillon regulator giving the owner a perfect view. This is a much earlier Silberstein model featuring only an hour hand. A Basik in titanium Other brands were well represente

Horolographer

Mar 18, 2008

You managed to capture all the watches accurately with your new camera set up. Hope to see MTF's photos as well! For all the rest of you - some of us had to sing for our lunch - like this duo SJX and Peter Chong here doing a what looks like a "Stylistics" number with Alain looking on. Cheers! Harry

Andy

Mar 18, 2008

and these pics are fantastic....really show the 'fun' element to the pieces..!!! Could somebody please E-mail me some prices of the Basik Smileday, or a full price list as I can't find any prices anywhere..!! Much appreciated. Yours, Andy.

cen@jkt

Mar 18, 2008

I miss the show again, how I wanted to be there and meet my favourite designer Hear it thru the grapevine, that by next week a mouseful of fun is coming my way. Just as I planned to stop and enjoy my bounty, come a rat gnawing at my wallet. cen@jkt

MTF

Mar 18, 2008

Alain Silberstein Smileday models? Or Twins? Alain Silberstein and Mike Tay (The HourGlass) greet PuristS and guests to the 2008 novelties' preview One of two stellar main courses got rave reviews - Cod au gratin Got the tee-shirt? Now - get the watch! Chronomarine Testing the new large 'cyclops' lens...... True happiness is to have one's passion as a profession........... Regards, MTF

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