Independents

I’m told my Christian Klings timepiece is now complete and all that remains is for Christian to regulate and ensure everything is functioning as it should before releasing it to one excited customer. I’ll post some wrist scans when I receive it, but for t...  

I always enjoy your reports on the independents from Basel. Looks live you've had a first hand look at Christian's work which, as of right now, is more than I can say for myself! Darren

Very nice, indeed! But what a movement is it? Why is it signed SWISS? And how is the silk melted onto the dial plate?

although the final movement is quite a ways from the starting point.

makes it super desirable. It's very old school and perfect. May I ask what's the case size of this piece? And is there a reason to use this specific movement? *CL

Case size is 39mm. The movement was Christian's choice - he felt it was a solid base movement from which to begin. Darren

A great addition to your collection - heartfelt congratulations! Cheers, pplater.

Congratulations from me to. Looks brilliant all around. Thanks to Christian and yourself for taking us through the development process. Like CL, I am also interested to know the size of the finished watch. 36mm? Does it keep the slow 18000vph rate of the ... 

Thanks for all of the kind comments. In response to a question asked by a couple of you, the diameter of the case is 39 mm without the crown. I'll pass along a few of the more detailed movement questions to Christian for his response. Darren

was approximately 1.5 years. Really not a long wait when you consider what went into the project. Darren

Looks like it was worth the wait, congrats and wear it in good health! -MW

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I like the simple design and classic yet elegant movement. Am much interested... Looking forward to more info.... Ken

and information once the watch is in my hands (or, more accurately, on my wrist). Darren

Congratulations! Every so often I read a post and see a watch that really moves me. The watch itself + the context (you working with CK, his vision and execution, etc.) is quite impactful. It is obvious to me that you have purchased part of the soul of a ... 

I do believe that Christian's personality and persona are evident both inside and outside of thie watch - that was one of the reasons I chose Christian for this timepiece. Darren

you could realise wit one of the great masters in horology. I really applaud you for completing this journey, for your vision to create this personal piece together with Mr Klings. As some have already said, this is an emotionally very touching watch. I'd... 

the journey has been rather enjoyable. I know my wait was somewhat modest relative to the waiting periods one sometimes experiences in the world of independent horology, but either way, seeing the timepiece take shape over the months was an experience in ... 

Klings?

Like many of us here, I am drawn to the world of independent watchmaking. While scans of his work tend to be somewhat sparce relative to other watchmakers we discuss so frequently at ThePurists, those of Christian's timepieces I was fortunate enough to vi... 

...a very good choice, IMO Best regards Suitbert

I believe it was one of your posts a few years ago which really got me thinking about Christian's watches. Your scans were something to behold, and ultimately played a large role in my decision to work with Christian. So, thank you! Darren

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and the process of going through an independent watchmaker, and the relationship that is established from it, is wonderful. Congrats! Bill

I'm sure you're still floating with your JDN - I enjoyed reading your story and can't get enough of the scans of your masterpiece. Your story makes me want to pick up my watch personally, but alas, I'm not sure it's in the cards. Darren

thanks for showing. Beautiful dial. Best Andreas

That is a beautiful watch from a talented watchmaker. - SJX

I love those hands, and the interesting power reserve mechanics. Enjoy, Don

I like the transparency. That important information gives the buyer an opportunity to judge how much time and effort the watchmaker has put in. I wonder how many watchmaker care or dare to do that. Regards Ling