George Daniels Anniversary Watch: A Collector's Treasure

Mitch K · 2013-07-14T20:28:53Z

Discover the George Daniels Anniversary watch, a limited edition masterpiece. Mitch K shares his ownership experience, detailing its unique movement and design.

Mitch K

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Mitch K shares his profound experience acquiring the George Daniels Anniversary watch, a piece of horological history. His post captures the emotional weight of owning number 35 of 35, especially given his poignant meeting with George Daniels just days before his passing. Mitch K's detailed account highlights the watch's breathtaking aesthetics and the significance of its unique, ground-up movement, a testament to British watchmaking.

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I was going to come up with some catchy title line but is there anything more noteworthy?

I am officially in awe with my latest treasure. Roger Smith presented me with a piece of history. The Daniels Anniversary watch is history.

The watch is simply breath taking. Although I have had a picture of the prototype on my desk top for at least a year and a half - ever since I had the opportunity to visit Roger on the Isle of Man - the watch, in the metal, is more than I could ever have imagined.

The crowning moment of our trip to the Isle of Man, one that i will always treasure, was when my wife and I met George Daniels. At the time we had no idea that he would pass away 11 days later. In speaking with Roger, apparently my wife and i may have been one of the last non-family members and associates to speak to George. There is a symmetry that I now have number 35 of 35!

Sir George and Roger have created a true masterpiece. When seen, the watch cannot be mistaken for anything but a Daniels with its layout and balanced sub-dials with yellow gold chapter rings. The different patterns of guilloche are beautiful.

On the reverse side, the movement is a sight to behold. It firstly is a ground up movement, never to be repeated after this series is completed. A coaxial, true, but one that has been modified by Roger with the approval of Dr. Daniels. The movement is a testament to British watchmaking - conservative, well done and beautifully understated.

I must admit to face fatigue as I can't stop from smiling when I think of the watch, much less look at it on my wrist or on the counter.

Thank you George and Roger. This is and will always be a piece that will be treasured, and carry with it the memories of a special friendship and a special meeting in time.

Believe me when I say pictures do not do this justice (at least my pictures).

Mitch

This message has been edited by MTF on 2013-07-14 23:18:00

Key Points from the Discussion

The Daniels Anniversary watch is a truly breathtaking piece, with its unique design and movement making it instantly recognizable as a Daniels creation.
The watch's movement is a ground-up design, never to be repeated after this limited series, featuring a modified coaxial escapement approved by Dr. Daniels.
The wait for the Daniels Anniversary watch, which for the author was three years after contracting for it in 2010, was entirely worth it, underscoring the profound satisfaction of ownership.
The Daniels Anniversary watch is considered one of the best watches to have graced the forum, a stunningly crafted work of horological art and a true piece of history.
The watch's design, particularly its layout and balanced sub-dials with yellow gold chapter rings and guilloche patterns, is unmistakably Daniels, evoking a sense of classic horological artistry.
Another forum member shared additional high-quality photographs of the Daniels Anniversary watch, emphasizing its stunning visual impact and the enduring legacy of George Daniels' invention.

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elliot55

Jul 14, 2013

... One For The Ages!!! Can't wait to see it up close. A masterpiece. - Scott

Gary G

Jul 15, 2013

Great to see this fantastic piece has found such an excellent home -- I'll hope to see it at some point in the future :-) Wear with pleasure and in good health! Best, Gary G

Spellbound

Jul 15, 2013

Definitely a piece of history you have there, and a stunninging crafted work of horological art. Many congratulations. One of the best watches to have graced this forum. Dean

Topcat30093

Jul 15, 2013

And one that I have no doubt will be cherished for many generations to come.

DonCorson

Jul 15, 2013

If the smile fatigue gets to be too much for you, you can tell me and I will accept to borrow the watch for a while and smile in your place. That watch is a real treasure. Don

optionc

Jul 15, 2013

Thank you for sharing. It is an amazing watch and I hope you enjoy it! OpC

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