Fastwong
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At this point I'm numb to prices, rarity, engineering or comparing new GF to old GF, just looking at these as toys to enjoy.
Now when I look at these, my watch nerd brain turns off and the primitive lizard brain runs the show, and I like them! 
The smaller version is flashier with the additional layer of exposed gears while the more cohesive joining of the flat and angled part of the dials makes the whole watch feel more refined and more luxurious / less industrial which the lizard brain likes. With the new carbon and sapphire case convexes GF is an RM alt and from that perspective these are super cool and maybe even a great value, GF level finishing with RM style.
I guess the answer to your question is no, my concept of quality has not changed if I think about it critically, but I don't anymore, I've put these watches into a category of irrational things like RMs, gem set watches, etc. which are better enjoyed for their fun factor rather anything related to value / $. Maybe that's all watches.... maybe I'm getting old....
Gruebel Friday balancier S
What a spectacular piece of HH saw this at an AD in Dubai ...
I think it is this kind of watch you need to see in the flesh to be impressed. It reminds me the first time I put on a MB&F with the spectacular domed glass and floating balance cock, unforgettable moment,
but I was not as much impressed by the pictures. I love the curvy case and sapphire glass !
I remember playing with it some years ago at a local AD.
It’s interesting and superbly finished but not love… ...
I think this latest smaller S2 has improved the ergos over the original S1 and I really like this latest version but yeah, it's still a thick boy
Despite the shrinking dimensions it's still thick and still fits a little square on the wrist. I think it's less the flat back, though a curve would help, but more the way the straps attach - they basically flare straight out and then come straight down. ...
Looks amazing!
I saw their watches in person last year at Watchtime NY...will be going again this year and they will be in attendance again...can't wait!
Making me fear my upcoming Dubai visit 😉
Better to stay far away from any watch boutiques ��
Yikes, I'm not ready for that level of horological responsibility! 😂 The latest revision is pretty nice and different from the S1, worth a revisit?
plus, what do I know, I'm wearing this today.... ...
How do you feel about the quality?
In my post a while back you did a great job of highlighting some places they seemingly cut back on quality wise. Do you feel the same after seeing it in person? Like you, I love it a lot, but the pricing is pretty outrageous relative to the competition.
At this point I'm numb to prices, rarity, engineering or comparing new GF to old GF, just looking at these as toys to enjoy.
Now when I look at these, my watch nerd brain turns off and the primitive lizard brain runs the show, and I like them! The smaller version is flashier with the additional layer of exposed gears while the more cohesive joining of the flat and angled part o...
I feel similarly
I think next time I have a dumb exit I might buy one lol. With that said, I think the lack of frosting on the entry level ones is a bit of a slap to the face. I’d love the gmt version but the price is pretty wild.