Independents

Thanks to Bruno.M1's post , I discovered Johannes Kallinich and Thibault Claeys , two former A. Lange & Söhne watchmakers who have started their own brand. Their first watch is called the " Einser ", a name derived from the German word "Eins", meaning " f...  

Of the various editions, the Hong Kong edition is my favorite due to it's more uniform dial appearance, but my true favorite here is the JK Meisterwerk. It has something about it reminiscent to me of the PLM Richard Lange . Thank you very much Emmanuel fo... 

but I have mixed feelings. I don’t really like the lateral PR indicator and even if the movement is very nicely designed and finished, its German style speaks to me less than the traditional Swiss style. That said, I love their needle seconds hand and the... 

is dead-on. I'm afraid I wouldn't rather have it over a RL. Likewise, I too prefer traditional Swiss finishing. 🙏

BTW, Emmanuel, may I ask what in your view is "a traditional Swiss style"? How would you describe it vs German and French? Thx.

what I have in mind are things like the following: bridges made of rhodium plated brass, not German silver, côtes de Genève finishing (not frosted finishing), use of multiple bridges instead of 3/4 plate, non-engraved balance cock, etc. Something like thi...  

I do like the PR window on the contrary, makes it look interesting like FB’s. I had the chance to get one of 22 original pieces but hesitated, of course regretted since. Actually prefer the new WG version to have some heft and really love the work they do...  

The two first models were priced very reasonably and definitely understand why you have some regrets. The new white gold seems impressive too. Like you, the side window made me think of the FB3. As you say: let's wait and see what they do next. Best, Emma... 

As said I visited them and it was such a great welcome Like said in my post, the way how they “made” their own CNC system is something I’ll remember forever Later that day we had dinner and these 2 guys are very passionate but also so enjoyable to talk wi... 

This home made CNC machine is quite something indeed! And I'm not surprised these two guys are nice and passionate about what they do. Discovering the work they've done so far was truly interesting. I wish you an enjoyable weekend. Best, Emmanuel

I was lucky to meet them a few times in the last year and seen there beautiful pieces in person. Hope to be able to visit there workshop in the near future. Very promising brand and there approach of the watches is very interesting

I have mixed feelings about certain things, but there's no doubt that they are making a very good and original job. If you have taken any "live" photos, please share them with us. Best, Emmanuel

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Like Filip, I possibly find the the Hong Kong edition the most pleasing.

The HK edition is very nice indeed. It may just not be as "audacious" as the other variants. Let's see what comes next from them. Best, Emmanuel

The KC duo sure look very young, long runway ahead of them 👍🏻. Love the movement. The dial layering will take time to get used to. Especially the inner circle ring plus the long brand name secured by 2 screws - too much distraction for a simple dial desig... 

Let's see what they come up with in the future! Best, Emmanuel

My vote for most attractive among them would go to the Hong Kong model.

but, at the same time, it isn't as audacious as the others! I'm curious to see what they'll do in the future. Best, Emmanuel

I also really like the way the power reserve is displayed as it doesn't take any attention away from the dial or movement. I really don't have a favourite as I like all of them. Marc

But I'm personally not sold on all aspects and I find 41 x 11 a bit large for a time only "dress" watch. Best, Emmanuel

Marc

and another talented duo I could think of are Petermann Bedat. We can clearly see Lange's influence across KC001.1, with the exception that the Kallinich Claeys is hand-finished to a much higher level. Credits to them all their watches have been sold and ... 

Let’s wait and see what both of these talented duos come up with in the future ! Best, Emmanuel