Independents

Would love to get a conversation about these going as there seem to be a lot of really exciting new brands in this range. Lots of guys reworking ETA/Unitas movements extensively, which is nice because it makes service quite simple and it's not a huge deal... 

Habring has my attention for the past few years. I’ve not yet executed on that but I will. There’s a Dead Seconds in my future. Also, I’ve loved the Sarpaneva watches for years too. Not enough hands on experience to pull me over the line on those yet. ... 

I haven't checked out Hentschel, will have to look! Shapiro's guilloche work looks awesome. I like the model he launched with the movement made by that one german co (IIRC?). Really gorgeous! He's also a nice guy and has answered a few of my questions ver... 

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Love DeBethune but definitely over $20k? When I was looking at them last used in 2019/2020 they were ~$40k - $60k and now prices have shot up quite a bit.

…take a closer look!

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Nomos , Schwarz Etienne are two brands that present true value for money, as independents.

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Each one excellent in there own way. Habring , Staudt , Sarpaneva (SUF) and maybe even (top of the price range)Moser