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When I though my heart was set on the WG PI.....
this comes along,I need to digest it though.Undoubtly an eye catching watch.Its colour combination wins and definetely on a lot of people wish list.
Nevertheless a SS move from GO on the PI leaves me a bit cold.If,If it was born on a SS case to start with I'll accept the change to a different metal(even though not a big fan of re stylings).But in some way It is losing some of its appeal ,its a bit diminishing.I understand that we need to appreciate the movement and what it stands for,I understand that the horological virtues are not diminished in any way by caseing it in SS ,but..but..I don t know,I would still opt for the WG.
Lets say that the PI has lost some exclusivity to me....If for istance this version was in WG or PT I'll jump on it in a heartbeat and place an order.
I can clearly see GO effort to propose a lot of SS model this year,obviously a good measure in tough selling times.I also welcome SS cases as i love SS but..but I accept it only when there is a clear intention to case a particular watch in SS(I love for example Habrings use of SS for their tourbillon,or i'd love to see a SS Lange).
I personally think that it is dangerous to move this direction(ie using cheaper cases on existing models),it is dangerous because whilst in one hand they can attract more customers to approach the brand on the other hand they can disillusion many others,and in the meantime lose some charm and exclusivity.
This is what in my opinion sets GO and Lange apart.
Sorry but even though a GO lover I do not approve this politic.
Yours,Mo
Glashütte Original 2010 novelties from Basel . . .
Glashütte Original 2010 --three of which - the Taschenuhr Nr 1 pocket watch, the Senator Sixties Panoramadate, and the steel Panomatic Lunar XL - have already been covered in previous threads. Let's get cracking on the rest . . ....
Panomatic Lunar XL in rose gold . . .
. . . with a redesigned dial. Applied markers in place of Arabics at most positions, and a simplified seconds subdial. Contrary to the usual trend, Glashütte has chosen the path of purity and elegance . . . most tasteful....
Senator Chronograph XL . . .
. . . in steel with a silver dial. Here's the press release . . . Senator Chronograph XL Quintessentially Original Essential. Original. Unmistakable. The Senator Chronograph XL is a superb example of the fine art of mechanical watchmaking from Glash?tte O...
Black dial in 2009 followed by silver dial in 2010 . . .
. . . what are the chances that Jocke will get one to match Tony's? Even or better, I'd say ;-) . . ....
The steel PanoInverse XL . . .
. . . press release: PanoInverse XL A Revelation of Inner Beauty It’s the heart of haute horlogerie. It’s tangible intelligence, quintessential ingenuity. There’s simply no denying it, the movement is the thing. A thing of beauty. The PanoInverse XL from ...
As surprising as the PanoInverse was . . .
. . . when first introduced, this relatively subdued steel version will, I think, find readier acceptance than it's more ornate predecessor. Perhaps Nicolas has a new favorite Glashütte . . ....
Yep, Art...
you read in my mind or what? This new Combo is definitely convincing, to me. The only " little " thing which made me stay away was the color used for the Time. Now, in this combination, it is defintely a winner. In my Wish List. A Total GO. Love it. Damn,...
Well, Mo...
I read your opinion below, and I understand your point of view, the fact that first G.O releases the PanoInverse in WG or RG, and that now, it can look a bit weird to go down with a SS version. But honestly, when I see the outcome, I'm really convinced, a...
Mmmm maybe you are right..
need to see it though....Still WG version for me....ready for me in Paris?I'll Pm you date as soon as possible...Mo
Agreed
I had a chance to play with the panoinverse in rose gold at the end of the year and although it is fantastic to look at in the metal, I think the use of a black three-quarter plate on the steel version works a lot better.
Indeed it does with me Art!
Fantastic! I have handled the WG piece several times and the dial just does not work for my eye. I was all set for the SS Lunar XL grey dial, but this has slid past it on my GO wishlist. Great reporting Art! THANK YOU my friend!
Kong played a major part in this report . . .
. . . so I'll take this opportunity to offer my gratitude for his technical assistance. Couldn't have done it without him, Michael . . . cordially, Art
When I though my heart was set on the WG PI.....
this comes along,I need to digest it though.Undoubtly an eye catching watch.Its colour combination wins and definetely on a lot of people wish list. Nevertheless a SS move from GO on the PI leaves me a bit cold.If,If it was born on a SS case to start with...
I hear you, Mo . . .
. . . but I take the opposite view. A decision to offer the same exquisite movement in steel as previously offered in precious metal is an indication of a complete lack of pretension, in my humble opinion. It's precisely their willingness to offer creatio...
Of course Art but....
if I owned a Pi already I would be a bit upset of such a winning combo on a cheaper watch.....don t you think?.I love the PI it is my fav GO and probably soon with me but now I MUST wait to see this in metal.......as you say..confusingly,Mo.
Wow...
I really like this!! A very strong and innovative combination of young and sporty colours and traditional watchmaking values with the duplex swan neck, engravings, chatons etc. Perfect IMO! A few questions to those of you who have seen it live (or maybe m...
I'm finding myself leaning very much towards this baby...
Could very well be my 1st GO! Finally, i can get another German masterpiece! Cheers Stephen
Mais mon ami!
This is a German made watch, even MORE german than Lange if i dare say! And btw, it's not ONLY platinum for me mon ami! I love titan and do have SS as well! Don't have to be LE, i have heaps of non-LE! And case size, don't forget, anything equal to or abo...
My dear Doctor!
This could be my VERY 1ST, foraying into Altenberger strasse 1! What a coincidence! Stephen
Yeah Stephen,you misread the post......
but I bet you'd jump on it if it was Pt wouldn t you?Mo
You will be very happy with GO Stephen.
This is a wonderful and over looked brad. Which is top quality all the way. Best, -- Richard.
I may be shifting all my funds...
...slated for two other timepieces this year to this watch. Art, when you have the info. please PM the list. I think this is the watch I've been waiting for. Cheers, Daos
The WG PanoInverse was on...
...my "grail" list so, yes, this watch is of high interest -- pending price tag, naturally. Cheers, Daos
I'll let you know when I receive the 2010 price list, Daos . . .
. . . here's hoping the tab is in reach ;-) . . . cordially, Art
I will certainly be disappointed...
...if the price tag is high. Fingers crossed. Cheers, Daos
Wow when you see so many of us here...
... that are fans of other manufactures (myself included), to even think about this GO as their first, that proves it is a WINNER. I agree, this SS version is a killer!! The black plate really did it. May I join the queue? Too bad I don't have any more fu...
A first for Glashütte Original - the Senator Diary . . .
. . . an alarm watch with a unique twist: the capability of setting the alarm a month ahead. This is not an ordinary complication by any means; the Diary module is comprised of 340 parts, and is sophisticated enough to allow setting the alarm 30 days ahea...
Wow, OG!
Originality from Glashutte! Now that's really unique, even if I doubt we have to use an Alarm programmed for one month, but it is another real nice watch. Best, Nicolas
You are right but
with normal alarm watches, you have a max from 12 hours in advance. I could use the more than 12 hour feature quite often! br, Dirk
Indeed,
Till now, I know only one watch which will allow you to set the hour of your alarm on 24 hours, the U.N Sonata. The other Alarms are on 12 hours, if I'm not wrong. So, the problem is that your alarm will sound twice a day, which is not a good thing. With ...
One pic, to show you
An UFO in the current horological production, which also sounds like a Minute Repeater. But I'm very happy to see G.O releasing an interesting Alarm. I'm just curious to know how it sounds. Best, Nicolas...
Well Nicolas,
I would assume that many of us use their cell phones or PDAs to be reminded of the appointments they enter more or less days in advance. The trouble with a watch ringing five days later may be to recall why it is ringing I am surprised to read you asking ...
I would take your notion a step further, Martin . . .
. . . as the Senator Diary struck me on a conceptual level as on a par with my favorite complication, the perpetual calendar. A perpetual transcends timekeeping by it's semblance to the passage of the calendar, expanding the perception of time reflected i...
You get a point, Martin.
A Technical Beauty, indeed. But as you said, will a business man, with a lotg of things in his head, remember only 3 days after, why his Alarm rings? You get a point, my friend. Well, go to Basel and tell me all, please! You know what I'm speaking about. ...
Very.....
well said my friend... I hope that you are enjoying yourself in Basel.... cheers
Here's the scenario, Nicolas. The Stones are playing Toulon . . .
. . . on the 23rd, and you promised Amalie a front-row seat. Your client - the one whose fee will cover the Hybris Mechanica - is pleading on the 24th. Dilemma? No problem! The Senator Diary comes to the rescue ;-) . . .
No problems..;In this case, the Hybris.
And I will buy her another thing... Best, Consigiliere! Nicolas
But Nicolas, you can can have your cake . . .
. . . and eat it, too. Take her to the concert and book the red-eye flight from Toulon to Paris . . . with the Senator Diary on your wrist, you don't have to worry about forgetting to set the alarm! Think of it as an insurance policy ;-) . . .
Wow....
Thanks for burning the midnight oil to bring these to us, Art. Overall a very impressive line-up.....although I am disappointed that the Pano line is ignored altogether, yet again. The focus is very much on the XL line, which sadly is too big for me. The ...
Sorry, Goh, no clue as to the dimensions . . .
. . . I'll have to check with Our Man in Glashütte.
I personally think this is the most impressive complication!
Out of all the new watches I've seen from Glashutte Original this year, I think this Senator Diary is the most unique and interesting complicated watch. I look forward to seeing more about this watch!
I'm agreed, Patrick . . .
. . . it's impressive technically and compelling functionally. What is more useful while traveling: a GMT, or an alarm watch that can be set well ahead of departures? Cordially, Art
This is very......
impressive..... I would like to see it i metal..... any idea of its retail value? thanks... cheers
Check with me in a few weeks . . .
. . . as I don't have the 2010 price list yet, PP . . .
wow
do you mean I can set a specific day & time for the alarm? If so it does sounds like an impressive complication, although I have to wonder how practical this complication really is...
It's a matter of perspective, I suppose . . .
. . . personally, the ability to set an alarm days ahead strikes me as more valuable - or, to be precise, less invaluable - than most complications. Best regards from The City of Angels, Art
Art, like this, both white and black dial look outstanding....
look forwart to hearing more info about this watch. thanks a lot, Art. stefan
Take a peek at Tony's in-the-metal pics, Stefan . . .
. . . if substantial is your style, this one might be worth considering . . . cordially, Art
Love the Diary
As an alarm fan, I've always wondered about the possibility of having an alarm settable in the future (even beyond 24 h). This is a fantastic watch indeed; would love to hear it.
A ground-breaking complication: the PanoMatic Counter XL . . .
. . . which is based on the cal 95 automatic chronograph movement with the addition of a mechanical counter. This blend of timekeeping with computation is, as far as I know, unique....
The press release gives an indication of Glashütte's vision . . .
PanoMaticCounter XL The art of a complication Not everyone appreciates art. Some say art has no meaning. Some say it serves no practical purpose. Some say art is irrelevant. With all due respect, we disagree. At Glashütte Original, we live for art. Not mo...
I'm a great admirer of the Panomatic Chrono . . .
. . . and until the release of the Senator Chronometer last year, it was my personal favorite amongst the heavyweights of Glashütte's offerings. The significance of this release is not just the conjoining of disparate functions, but also the steel ca...
Very Interesting Watch and in steel!
I am most intrigued. Any idea when we will have an idea of porportions and pricing of the counter? Thanks so much for sharing the novelties. It looks like a banner year for GO. Best,
I must disagree with the press release ;-)
Everyone appreciates Art. Nobody says Art has no meaning. He serves a very practical purpose! Nobody says Art is irrelevant! Tounge firmly in cheek, Martin (I will comment on the new the watches after I have seen them (tomorrow). For now a simple WOW! wil...
Ah, if only my boss felt the same way! Thanks, Martin . . .
. . . that's the nicest compliment imaginable ;-) . . .
Chris Webber certainly could have used this watch in '93...
A quick glance would have revealed he was out of timeouts Sorry, could not resist with the Madness only a few hours away!
Another very interesting watch from Glashutte Original...
A watch that counts how many times you thought of "her" and how many times your "team has scored." This isn't exactly a very complicated watch (no complication surrounds the watch, but it is indeed very unique and somewhat practical. The problem is what h...
Thanks for the report...
I'm glad to see that steel is making a comeback in the Pano line, I was starting to fear that they had gone all Lange on us "Nothing but gold and Platinum...." Now if they could make a steel pocketwatch...... A
Oh Boy....I like them all, this is bad for my bank account!
What a super new collection! Thanks Art.
Just wait until The Glashütte Gang . . .
. . . of Martina and Gerd, Tony, Jocke, and Martin post their reports!
Thanks, good work Art.
At appears that stainless and a back to roots aesthetic are the key elements of this years new models. I am most enamored with the cal. 95 piece and was wondering if you had procured any movement pictures? It saddens me that the LE platinum chronometer w...
No movement photos yet, Mike . . .
. . . but never fear - Martin, Martina, Gerd, Jocke, and Tony are all at Basel, and their in-the-metal photos should be coming soon . . .
Thank you Art for the report .
Very nice novelties from GO .I wouldn t expect anything less.Mo
Thanks for the report, Art!
GO fields an impressive lineup once again! I'm not sure about the big date version of the Sixties, or why you need to set an alarm days in advance, but with the new Diary I guess you have the option. Looking VERY MUCH forward to learning more! Cheers, Dao...
Picture this, Daos. You're in the screening room with Ron M . . .
. . . and want to let him know you're into watches . . . set the alarm just before intermission, and voila! . . . instant rapport ;-) . . .
Funny, Art!
Well, it would be instant something, just not sure "rapport" would be it! LOL! Cheers, Daos
My pleasure entirely, Zhiming . . .
. . . and yes, I was thinking about you when the press release for the Senator Diary came my way ;-) . . .
Perhaps Martina will be able to provide an answer . . .
. . . I usually refrain from generalizations, but in my experience, women are better listeners ;-) . . .