Horological Meandering

Once again, SalonQP gave the proof that it is the main Salon dedicated to the final customers with a spectacular gathering of more than 80 brands. Even if I regretted the absence of some major brands which were present the year before (like JLC or Zenith)...  

A place to visit if we like independent watchmaking for sure! I'm curious to see how and why (for the challenge or else?) the 2 tourbillons cage rotate at different speed indeed. I'd love to see Lang&Heyne once too. Of course KV, RSmith etc.... should... 

By the way they will be present at Belles Montres. Fx

On an affordable note... Nomos is very nice... when I had the rare good fortune to spend an afternoon with M Dufour, he said to me, in a kind of mischevious way, "Nomos is so nice!" And it is. So there you go. For myself, I find the Smith perpetual simply... 

I tend to disagree about Grönefeld. This watch is a piece unique and it is a way for them to show something new at the Salon. But believe me, they have nice projects on the pipe! Fx

With lots of pleasure I scrolled through your picture report. Thanks and looking forward to the detailed extracts like Opus or the double tourbillion. Best regards, Kolosstt

next to my obvious favourites Habring2 . Ever I saw the Akrivia tourbillon the first time it never really managed to escape my brains. I find the overall balance, despite the 'generously' dimensioned case, very well executed, probably thanks to the very, ... 

Looking forward to see more detailed reports! Best Blomman

as an aside , is version 1 available ? Are we able to buy one direct from mr smith himself? Thanks Julian

The Series 1 which is the simplest of the watches with three hands ( sub-seconds dial) is priced at GBP 95,000 and the Series 4 which is the triple calendar is at GBP 250,000 ( US$ 380K)!!. Granted that these are fabulous pieces and handmade. IMHO the, pr... 

The R.W. Smith uber alles, for my taste. I really like the Felix, and looking to know something more of the Gronefeld bros. i have to study. Cheers.

really interesting to see such a variety of concepts. As a matter of interest what in your opinon would need to be added/removed/altered to the UJ to make it perfect? ( must admit my bias - I am a great fan of UJ)

I was there for a couple of days and thought that Roger Smith's watches, though exclusive (only 10 pieces a year hence the 3 year waiting list) and impeccably made, were far too heavy for daily wear and I only tried on the relatively basic Series One. I c... 

I can understand why you spent three days there. I went on Saturday afternoon & was totally absorbed. Cheers JML

The R.W. Smith is an absolute dreamwatch!!! But 380K is a lot of money. I don't know anything about this brand and I ask myself, if they will they be there in 30 years when the watch is damaged and needs to be repaired? Best Tempus

If it is not made of exotic materials (like Silicon) and if you find a good watchmaker (which I hope will still exist in 30 years), then they should be serviced correctly. Of course, if parts have to be replaced, it may be so at a higher cost. Cheers, Mar... 

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The Tudor Black Bay Black is my fav! Agree it is superb value for money for such a strong proposition Thanks Fx! Cheers Robin

Fantastic photos my indefatigable friend! Some will find it strange, but I don't, that my favorite watch is the Montblanc 1858 chronograph with the Villeret movement. Just wonderful! The Harry Winston Opus is a bit strange, kind of a Hollywood Walk Of Fam... 

For me I would be very happy with the Sarpaneva RG KO Northern Lights or the Voutilainen Vigt-8 or the Gronefeld Parallax on my wrist. Way to many awesome choices out there. Thanks for sharing your photos. Best, JerryW

The watch design looks kind of nice, but how does it looks/feels in the metal? It has a fired enamel dial (in-house) made from silver. The hands have a nice maritime anchor style and are thermally blued (option). 42 / 12,5 mm case and a Unitas hand wound ... 

Dear Sir, I was wondering what is your opinion on the MR Voltige 1770, is it a really high-end watch? How would you compare it with the MB&F 101, I currently have an opportunity to trade a 2006 IWC Portuguese 5001 in yellow gold (plus 5000 USD) for a ... 

I have never owned a MR Voltige 1770 but I have owned the MR Androgyne and the MB&F 101. I would like to state that although the MR is finished well, it cannot compare to the MB&F 101 where Kari Voutilainen's name is printed on the movement and we all kno... 

Thank you very much for your response! I hope you have an amazing 2018. Best, Fernando

Happy collecting