Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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There's less to the resurgence of the cal 39 . . .
. . . than meets the eye, Mike. The decision for three of the four (Sixties, Seventies Square, and WorldView) was driven by the aesthetic necessity of a centrally located date aperture, which can only be fulfilled by the cal 39 movement. The cal 22 would also work, but that's a very different type of movement, and not in keeping with the gestalt of any of these three novelties.
The real curiosity, in my book, is the Senator Automatic. I don't know if the current Senator Automatic equipped with a special version of the cal 100 movement will be discontinued, but there was always an anomalous aspect to the employment of the cal 100 in that design because its most valuable characteristic was lost with the deletion of the seconds hand. My guess is the Powers That Be decided to continue the austere Senator Automatic with the cal 39 movement and re-directed the production of the cal 100 to models that expressly benefit from its unique design.
Cordially, Art
It's time for the BaselWorld 2011: Glashütte Original introductions, folks . . .
. . . and away we go! This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2011-03-27 10:21:31...
First up, the Senator Seventies Panorama Date . . .
. . . which was introduced last month. Our Man in Glashütte has provided new photos for us, showcasing blue . . . . . . and silver dials . . . . . . as well as sapphire backs that display the cal 39 movement: This is my favorite of the 2011 crop, particul...
I'm liking this one more and more.
The blue dial with that sunburst effect is brilliant. And the large date is perfect for me. Regards, Richard. This message has been edited by RJW on 2011-03-26 17:32:50
The blue 70's will be a hit, but
the white date... interrupts the dial... on the other hand, blue date would be weird, wouldn't it.... I'm sure this will be really cool in person. Jury is out for me. But I think it will be a hit.
Agree Mostel...They all do it and I don't know why?
the panoramadatum should be blue with a soft white font. Cheers, -- Richard.
Next is the Senator Sixties Square Tourbillon . . .
g . . . and the corresponding press release from G O: "Sixties Square Tourbillon - Limited Edition Iconic design, ingenious mechanics and exquisite craftsmanship. The look of the Sixties, the traditional German watchmaker’s art and contemporary manufactor...
Senator perpetual calendar in rose gold . . .
. . . similar to the platinum limited edition of 2009 . . . . . . and equally striking, in my opinion. Following is the press release: "The Senator Perpetual Calendar Art and precision engineering German technology and manufacturing enjoy a worldwide repu...
Thanks, these are really amazing pieces
The 70's version is really different. Very 70's yet with a more modern touch. Best regards, George
I will be trying the '70s on . . .
. . . with a view towards acquisition, probably the blue dial. I can only hope it doesn't overwhelm my wrist! Cordially, Art
For some particular reason
I kind of figured that you would fancy this model. I look forward to your report the day you will have held it in your hands. The rest of the Glashütte line up this year is also very good. Best regards, George
The Senator Sixties Panorama Date . . .
g . . . was introduced last year, and is included in this year's list as well. The press release reads as follows: "Sixties Panorama Date The Design Decade Design from the 1960s brings the 20th century’s most exciting decade to life. This extraordin...
The Senator Navigator WorldView . . .
. . . is perhaps the most interesting G O novelty of 2011, bringing a deftly complicated touch to the Navigator formula. "Senator Navigator WorldView An homage to pioneering spirits It’s the 1920s. Aviation is in its infancy, yet all countries in Europe a...
Pilot Dreaming
I'm not enamoured with the high pitch sound caliber 39 makes when winding, but this Navigator looks VERY interesting. I need some time to digest this piece and of course see it in the metal, but it is very appealing at first sight. Thanks for the updates ...
Too busy...I'd rather do the math in my head and have the minimalist dial
with date or without. Darn I wish this piece was unlimited GO!...
Agreed, Richard, that the simple dial is to die for.
The G.O WT is not really a WT, I mean ala PP or GP, or JLC... Or, it is a WT ala JLC Memovox International. You'll have to set your watch manually, if you want to know wha't the time worldwide. That is my guess on the G.O WT, and if I'm wrong, it is even ...
The Senator Automatic . . .
. . . has either been revised or supplemented with this new version: "Senator Automatic A quintessential tribute to the classics. The Senator Automatic is an inspired tribute to the heritage of fine mechanical watchmaking from Glashütte Original. It embod...
I should be receiving a price list shortly . . .
. . . so please check back with me in a few weeks. My guess is that this one will be equivalent to, or less than, the current Senator Automatic. Cordially, Art
There's less to the resurgence of the cal 39 . . .
. . . than meets the eye, Mike. The decision for three of the four (Sixties, Seventies Square, and WorldView) was driven by the aesthetic necessity of a centrally located date aperture, which can only be fulfilled by the cal 39 movement. The cal 22 would ...
Yes, I had surmised this with the others,
It was this one (senator auto) I was referring to as it would have been my thought the caliber 100 would have been the more natural fit. The choice of caliber 39 seems more a nod to product placement within the line either as to price point or product pos...
For me...
...this is the only outright home run from GO this year. I feel a little deflated, not just with these offerings but many of the others that have been unveiled thus far from other brands. Perhaps live pictures will get me out of the funk. I do like the bl...
That's a wonderfull piece!
Fantastic looking watch that is; can't wait to see it in the flesh. This must be the number one hit of the SIHH; simpel and yet lots of detail, classic refined looks; just love it. Best, Starman
Very nice, but not sure about a sweep seconds with RN?
Think I prefer the over-sized sub seconds with such a design.... Cheers, -- Richard. This message has been edited by =RWK= on 2011-03-28 19:34:27...
Uh-oh... the RG version of Senator Auto is so beautiful
Wow--I saw the pics of the white metal version in photos, and I found it very shiny looking... this RG version warms up the whole. I will love seeing this version in pics and in person. Maybe a GO icon in the making? I can see Jocke taking unreal pictures...
The PanoMatic Luna . . .
. . . concludes the 2011 novelties with a nod to the ladies, in white or black dials. "PanoMatic Luna Woman in the Moon The moon has always fascinated human beings. The beauty and the changing appearance of that mysterious heavenly body capture our eye, p...
Ah, in that case . . .
. . . the watch you really need is a Senator Diary, so that you never miss a date with a future Mrs RWK ;-) . . .
This one is next Art...
Unless I can pry this one loose from Vlad ;-) Best, -- Richard....
The 70's and Senator Automatic are my favorites....
The blue dial of the 70's model is really eye catching, and the bracelet with the micro adjustment is definitely a plus. I tend to like bracelets so I look forward to trying this one on when it becomes available. The Senator Automatic, which is simple and...
He He, Art...
Finally, you take the cards out of your sleeves, don't you? Senatore ( as we say in Italy ) WT and Sixties Balck Dial for me, this year. Funny how it seems that WT are on the trend lastly: VC, then Breguet, and now G.O. The combination of a WT on a Senato...