Independents

I always admired the Laurent Ferrier watches but never had the chance to try one. Now I could finally try the Classic Micro Rotor Ice Blue This is certainly very classy and verstatile. I also came across the possiblity to get the Montre Ecole Regulator: P...  

why ?

Enjoy the weekend! ...  

I think is called classic now right ?

It was called the Galet micro rotor when I acquired it. Great timepieces!

and would thoroughly recommend it. This is a manual winding watch while the LF is an automatic, arguably the best finsihed automatic in the market. Saying that Kari Voutilainen did remark how beautifully finished was the movement of the 1921. But I bought... 

then my brother got the RG. Is such an iconic model and I am glad it is now available in White Gold. Unlike anything else and better than Patek 😁

Not too keen on the rose gold model to be honest. The white gold model contrasts better against the black numerals and hands.

and at a more doable price. Perhaps the Ecole (beside the annual calendar) was discontinued as it was not so popular.

I will go for the 1921

The long answer is, well, a bit longer. First, VC and LF are among my favorite brands and all the watches you mention are fantastic pieces in their own right. As for the 1921, this is an iconic VC that is very well designed and made. It is extremely weara... 

and was almost leaving with it then I went with something else. It turned out ok as I like the WG even more! Great to have your feedback on the case (with Montre Ecole being not as appealing as the others). I have never seen the Montre Ecole in person so ... 

I‘d definitely take the LF over the American 1921 in white gold. Yes, the VC is a lot cheaper, but the white gold version is imho also by far the most boring version. Also the LF‘s movement is a lot nicer, than the VC one. If I‘d buy an American 1921, I‘d... 

I like the dial/strap combination of the WG. I don't think the model itself can be boring because of the dial orientation 😁 I never had the chance to try the squared LF but, price-wise, seems to be much more expensive. Somehow that case reminds me a lot o... 

Other than that they’re both very different in how they wear and feel. The dial on the 1921 is sooooo beautiful Enter text ...  

to wear smaller (I didn't try the origin case but the classic). At the moment the only LF I could find in stock is the Ecole. With the VC I got lucky and found one so I ordered it because..I love that is unlike anything I have and perhaps the rotation of ... 

Is “the longevity“ of the manufacturer. I sometimes worry about how successful some independence will be going forward. Granted they do spectacular work. However, at my age this is becoming less of an issue. All the best for the weekend my friend, you hav... 

the prices are also stratospherically high so the question if there is really such a big demand for simple, very expensive pieces. Yes there are now a lot of waitlists but how about the future ? Not that I am really worried. LF distribution is limited and... 

VC has printed numerals which is a drawback in the comparo. Also, the VC design is a little out there and calls attention to itself. The LF has a sublime movement and gorgeous hands and markers. It seems like more watch to me. As far as the school watch, ... 

so the lower price might be because of that ? I loved the LF Origin Ice Blue dial in my pic but it is not available for purchase (just to try) and almost x2 price of the VC (and the VC is in gold) leaves me a bit perplex.

I have a Montre Ecole and a Galet Micro-Rotor with an autumn dial, so not the Ice Blue. These watches I can wear all day, without even noticing that I have them on my wrist, and I can't say that of the VC1921. The VC is an absolute a stunning and historic...  

here it is it could be that my wrist got a bit bigger ...  

and not too large, what I expected. I will look up a pic of the Montre Ecole. GEO

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probably this model was more loved than the Regulateur I think! but i I recall correctly a few years ago also the Regulateur from AP was a sleeper. Thanks for sharing the photo!

indeed is not too big! of course all square watches wear a bit bigger but 40mm is doable!

Of the 1921 is my preference for this model. Very beautiful. Hard to find. ...  

tried also the RG back then I think we have some owners of the New York Edition in the forum. No regrets for me because I feel the WG is much nicer! can't wait to get it ...  

💥 Super comfortable watch, amazing strap unlike anything else I own ! THANKS to all for your kind advice Christian ...  

The 1921 is a VC icon so tough to argue that choice as well, especially at the price point 🤷‍♂️

because the ice blue was not available anyway 😁...I am very impatient when it comes to watches. The ice blue I tried was available only to try and this is the main AD for LF here in Switzerland. The only LF available was the Ecole regulateur but the VC is...