Romain Gauthier HMS: Exquisite Independent Horology
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Romain Gauthier HMS: Exquisite Independent Horology

By batholith · Aug 12, 2019 · 29 replies
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Batholith shares his experience with the Romain Gauthier HMS, a watch he hadn't considered until seeing it in person. His post emphasizes the exquisite finishing and wearability of this independent timepiece, inviting a deeper appreciation for Romain Gauthier's work beyond his more famous models.

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I had never considered getting one until I saw it a a local dealer. All I can say is that it is exquisitely finished and enjoyable to wear.







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jleno
Aug 12, 2019
Beautiful!

I love the caseback crown, do you know if it's easy to wind?

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nwk00
Aug 12, 2019
Yes but you have to hold it properly and not strapped on. As easy as with conventional crown [nt]

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batholith
Aug 12, 2019
Thanks!

Unlike nwk00, I actually find it harder to wind that a normal crown. For my large stubby fingers, I have to essentially use my nails in the detents on the crown. Not as easy but not bad enough to make it an impediment.

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nwk00
Aug 12, 2019
Can you try this?

Hold the watch steady so it doesn't move when you press and slide the crown. It should glide easily. And because the crown is huge, you have a lot of leverage and speed. www.flickr.com

BA
batholith
Aug 13, 2019
Will certainly do so.

Thank you for this. I tend to hold it in a similar fashion but attack the edge of the crown, the serrations.

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nwk00
Aug 13, 2019
Hope the video helped! [nt]

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