Peter Speake-Marin Geneva Watch Week 2015

DonCorson · 2015-01-19T23:24:18Z

Discover Peter Speake-Marin's 2015 Geneva Watch Week updates, including new models, brand ambassador Pierce Brosnan, and movement partnerships.

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DonCorson reports on Peter Speake-Marin's presence at Geneva Watch Week 2015, highlighting the brand's successful transition from an independent watchmaker to a sustainable independent brand. The article details key developments, including a significant brand ambassador announcement and updates to the watch collections, providing valuable context for collectors interested in the evolution of independent horology.

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Peter Speake-Marin at the Geneva Watch Week 2015

Peter Speake-Marin has successfully completed his first year in his make over from an independent watchmaker, fighting alone, to an independent brand, with enough structure to be sustainable. Of course this entails increasing production enough to support the structure, but is seems that all is going well. The restructuring of the model line and production is going well and sales are up.

The big news of the year is the engagement of Pierce Brosnan as brand ambassador for the next three years. This came about after Speake-Marin and Brosnan met during a film project in which Speake-Marin was engaged as a consultant. Pierce Brosnan purchased a Speake-Marin watch and later agreed to be brand ambassador. There are, of course, not many people with a higher recognisability on this planet than those who have played James Bond. Congratulations to Peter for this major achievement.

Peter Speake-Marin

Back to the important part, the watches. Peter has launched updated models using movements from Vaucher, with whom he is partnering also for the production of his simpler watches.

Old model Resilience.

New color variants of the Spirit collection. More details will be see at BaselWorld.

The new model Resilience with the Vaucher movement. Note the radial Geneva stripes going out from the balance wheel on the Vaucher movement.

The Mechanical Art Nr. 2 is a 4x jumping hour watch with all the mechanism visible on the dial. The 4 hour hands jump a 15 minute intervals. The hand at 12 jump at the hour, the hand at 3 jumping at the hour+15 minutes, etc..

The Mechanical Art Nr. 1 is the Trio. Some more attempts at a good picture.

The Magister Tourbillon, without and with diamonds.

Note the seconds wheel on this Velsheda dial.

Some case and dial variants of the Serpent.

About the Omega Seamaster Ref. 007Edition

The Omega Seamaster 007 Edition, reference 210.92.42.20.01.001, distinguishes itself within the Seamaster Diver 300M collection through its specific aesthetic and material choices. This particular reference offers a distinct interpretation of the Seamaster Diver 300M, setting it apart from standard production models with its unique dial and bezel execution, and the use of lightweight titanium for both the case and bracelet. It represents a focused design within the broader Seamaster lineage.

This edition features a 42mm case crafted from grade 2 titanium, paired with a domed sapphire crystal that enhances its vintage-inspired appearance. The watch is powered by the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8806, an automatic movement certified to meet the industry's highest standards of precision, chronometric performance, and magnetic resistance. It offers a power reserve of 55 hours and is water-resistant to 300 meters.

This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Seamaster Diver 300M with a specific material and color palette. Its cohesive design, from the tropical brown dial to the titanium mesh bracelet, creates a unified presentation. The absence of a date complication further contributes to its clean and symmetrical dial layout, a detail often appreciated by enthusiasts.

Specifications

Caliber: Omega 8806

Case: Titanium

Diameter: 42mm

Dial: Tropical brown

Water Resist.: 300m

Crystal: Domed sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

There is a concern that the brand's diversification and move towards a more structured brand identity might diminish its appeal to collectors who are primarily drawn to independent watchmakers.
A question arises regarding whether Peter Speake-Marin continues to manufacture his own movements for certain watches, and if Vaucher movements will be exclusively for entry-level models.
An inquiry is made about the rationale behind the brand's shift from Technotime to Vaucher movements, noting that the new movements appear to be smaller.

The Discussion

takashi78

Jan 20, 2015

But any idea why the move from Technotime to Vaucher movements? Seems the new ones are quite a bit smaller.

Darren

Jan 20, 2015

Thanks for sharing all of these. Quick question - Is Peter still manufacturing his own movement for certain of his watches? Will Vaucher represent the entry level for PSM? Thanks Don. Darren

Ancienne Le Brassus

Jan 23, 2015

I wonder if the brand's diversification will take away some of the attraction it had for those who were interested in independent watchmakers... I mean, this was my draw to his watches. It'll be interesting to see how the brand evolves, develops and continues in existence. S

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