Independents

in Germany – HARTDING 1903 in Dresden. The opening was already in May, but unfortunately I didn´t find the time to prepare this post. Nonetheless I would like to share some impressions, info, thoughts … What is it all about? Located in the center of Dresd...  

Hartding 1903 looks like a wonderful shop. In addition, I want people to know how amazing a shop Martin Pulli runs here in Philadelphia. He carries mainly independents, ranging from Sarpaneva to Habring^2 to Speake-Marin. Martin knows a huge amount about ... 

to know the slightly different places :-) Oliver

Glad to see the Pita family on your pics! Fx

unfortunately I didn´t manage to visit them when I worked in Spain for some month. I like what they do and the people behind are very nice. Thanks, FX! Oliver

Hallo Oliver, I had the pleasure to visit Hartding several times when i was in Dresden last month, and i have to say i enjoyed their collection very much! Btw, what is the name of the brand that crafts that ArmbandUhr und TaschenUhr out of wood? Thanks fo... 

Valerii Danevych - one of the AHCI candidates. Thanks! Oliver

Danke schoen Mein Freund! Tschuss Stephen

nice coverage on the opening. cheers PAt

is ivory. Thanks! Oliver

It's always great to see someone setup a stage for the independent. :) Regard Tyler

:-) Oliver

even someone spoiled like you should be pleased :-) Thanks! Oliver

I went there, too, while in Dresden and was quite popular always with crowds. Christiane was very patient and nice. I hope to visit there again! Thanks for the report, Oliver! Ken

:-) Oliver

But I didn't know it was opened just May! Thought it was an old establishment..... :-) Ken

Who is the Asian gentlemen to the far right of the group pic? Does he represent one of the brand?

to get that question from you - the observer ;-) The gentleman doesn´t represent one of the brands, but helps them all regarding chinese activities, as far as I know. Best, Oliver

you are now just teasing me!! Evil best, Horo

I wish I could have had an opportunity to see this place. We were all literally standing to the left maybe 3 stores down. Great report. Thanks!

there will be a next time ... :-) Best, Oliver

...and some truly beautiful pieces. Thanks Oliver !

I am happy that you liked it :-) Best, Oliver

http://ahci.watchprosite.com/show-forumpost/fi-16/pi-5446473/ti-808963/s-0/

'Passion' in California represents several independent watchmakers. No doubt this is a great thing for the independents... at the same time, one doesn't want them to get too big... because it's so meaningful and poetic to speak directly with them. For ins... 

But definately a boutique I need to visit one day - soon- Best Hans