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Ending where I began
Started with vintage Rolex. Adventured through the world of indies: Voutilainen, Gauthier, MB&F, Gronefeld, Coyon. And have now returned to where I began.
Independents
BjoernM21 reviews essential books on independent master watchmakers, offering a guide to building a horological library and preserving knowledge.
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Community
Discover Gary G's watch collecting philosophy, daily wear choices, and insights into independent watchmakers in this Purist-of-the-Week feature. Learn what drives a seasoned collector.
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Independents
Explore how Precision Engineering AG (PEAG) supplies critical components like balance wheels and double hairsprings to independent watchmakers such as H. Moser & Cie, MB&F, and Laurent Ferrier. This article delves into the evolving definition of 'independent' in luxury watchmaking.
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Independents
Explore the world of independent watchmakers from IGOTT II. Discover insights from Peter Speake Marin, Max Busser, and more on collecting unique horological art.
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Community
Explore Salon QP 2012 through a gallery of portraits, showcasing independent watchmakers like Stepan Sarpaneva, Andreas Strehler, and Max Büsser. Experience the unique atmosphere of this London watch event.
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New Release
Explore Simon Brette's debut 'Chronomètre Artisans,' a new independent watchmaker's manually wound chronometer. Discover its design, movement, and the community's debate on its market approach.
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Ending where I began
Started with vintage Rolex. Adventured through the world of indies: Voutilainen, Gauthier, MB&F, Gronefeld, Coyon. And have now returned to where I began. ...
Thanks Bill!
The dial is actually capturing the sunset and is not tropicalized. It is gorgeous though. The lume has a beautiful creamy white color that glows against the black dial. I find this to be one of the most attractive attributes of the watch, and also quite u...
Yep it’s hard to deny the attraction of Rolex..
When I first started collecting I loathed Rolex. I Felt like it was nothing more than a status symbol. It took me 20 years to truly appreciate Rolex for how grand it is. It is the best dollar/dollar watch one can buy.
You and I have both owned many different types of watches
So the fact that we always return to Rolex means something
You arrived! Similar feelings here;)))
Started with Rolex, ventured through the brands for over two decades for “better” and ended back here. There’s more to Rolex than most would imagine, more patents annually than all other brands combined… Beautiful specimen you have there, enjoy!
Nice
I like vintage rolex a lot too but just a little stressful in rainy/humid Vancouver
I live in Oregon
My 1675 is pressure tested to 5atm. Better than any modern indie I have ever owned
I agree. There’s something about Rolex.
Modern or vintage is a side debate. But it just works. Consistently. Classic design. Often imitated but never duplicated. Yours is beautiful. This is my photo from earlier today. ...
oh that's serious
I'm getting near 30 myself and starting to feel as though it's decision time for what kind of watch collecting I'm doing, that I ought to either pare back radically (own only as many as I can give proper wrist time to) or stop worrying about wearing quest...
