Marcus Hanke
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But where is the astronomy?
I may be a bit too conservative, old-fashioned, or even pedantic. But I think an "astronomical watch" should use its technology to reflect at least a glimpse of the dynamics that are subject of astronomical observation. A moon phase display, for example, which I consider to be the least one could expect from an astronomical display. I won't dare to talk about an accurate reproduction of the sky with stellar constellations at the current time. Or a correct depiction of planetary positions in the solar system. This "Starman" watch, however, has absolutely nothing of that kind, it is a nice tourbillon watch with a meteorite dial, not more.
I have to concede to the manufacturer, though, an impressive display of self-confidence when claiming: "March 21, 2013, when the world of watchmaking was stunned by an amazing revelation: Louis Moinet was the inventor of the chronograph" being the base of the planetary pattern on the watch's back. Personally, I doubt the world of watchmaking was really stunned. I, as a watch collector part of that world, surely wasn't.
Marcus
Some thoughts on a New Watch, the Louis Moinet Starman.
You probably know my passion for astronomic watches, a theme which is absolutely not new, as it has already been made by some brands, since the 90's and the early 2000's. Have a look at Ulysse Nardin, with the Trilogy, Patek, with the Celestial, or Jaeger...
Thanks for the brief review, Nico
Just 2c from me: 1 "A blend of styles" - you are a very kind person/reviewer 2 for me the back is much more interesting than the front 3 overall - not for me at all SM
Case size and bezel muscle
threaten to thwart the poetry; apart from that, I like it very much! Cheers Marc
Some really nice details…
Unfortunately the size would probably prevent a decent fit on my wrist. I agree with your assessment that the watch has a lot of interesting components but that maybe not all were necessary to a coherent whole 😊👍🏻
But where is the astronomy?
I may be a bit too conservative, old-fashioned, or even pedantic. But I think an "astronomical watch" should use its technology to reflect at least a glimpse of the dynamics that are subject of astronomical observation. A moon phase display, for example, ...
I agree. And with a list price of CHF 160k,
I am curious what clientele this is targeted to.
When I first saw your photos I was in awe. It looks spectacular and I was instantly depressed I would never be able to own one since it certainly would have to be far beyond my watch budget.
I've always wanted an astronomical watch, ever since seeing UN ads back in the '90s. But these complications have always been far beyond my budget. Then, after realizing the astrological "complication" is simply a design element...very disappointing indee...