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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 view over the past couple of years always stuck with me. There seemed to be an integrity to his work, and his watches, at least IMHO, are also fairly easy on the eye. Christian always seemed to combine forward-thinking, avant-garde watchmaking techniques with classical, timeless designs in a way that really struck a cord with me. Finally, it held a special appeal to me that Christian would be creating the vast majority of this watch from scratch with his own 2 hands. In this case I didn't want CAD drawings or detailed specs - rather, I was interested in having Christian craft a piece of artwork from his mind's eye.
I suppose one other reason that I chose to work with Christian is that he agreed to create this timepiece!
Darren
Christian Klings Timepiece - The Lead Up and the Watch
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...
Thanks Tim.....
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
movement
Very nice, indeed! But what a movement is it? Why is it signed SWISS? And how is the silk melted onto the dial plate?
Base movement is an AS 1130....
although the final movement is quite a ways from the starting point.
It exudes so much old world charm that.....
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
Thanks for the kind words....
Case size is 39mm. The movement was Christian's choice - he felt it was a solid base movement from which to begin. Darren
Very elegant indeed...
A great addition to your collection - heartfelt congratulations! Cheers, pplater.
Fantastic!
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 ...
A few responses
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
Time from initial "order" to completion....
was approximately 1.5 years. Really not a long wait when you consider what went into the project. Darren
Very, very my kinda watch!
I like the simple design and classic yet elegant movement. Am much interested... Looking forward to more info.... Ken
Thanks, I'll provide more scans....
and information once the watch is in my hands (or, more accurately, on my wrist). Darren
Mezmerizing, Wonderful...
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 ...
Thank you for the kind words....
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
Congratulations on a marvellous watch...
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...
Thanks Magnus....
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 ...
Sure....
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...
Thanks 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
Beautiful watch....
and the process of going through an independent watchmaker, and the relationship that is established from it, is wonderful. Congrats! Bill
Thanks 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
Congratulations !
I love those hands, and the interesting power reserve mechanics. Enjoy, Don
Original parts vs modified parts
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