Independents

Since I met Bart in Vegas, during our IGOTT II some 4 years ago ( already??? ), I can call him a friend. Each time we meet, it is a top quality time, with good laughs and interesting opinions to share. Each year, I meet them at the SIHH, as they love watc...  

I think I already asked you once why you didn't already acquire a watch from an Indy. I know you're very concerned about prices for value and going concern issues, but I guess you have there an envy (need?) that would be fulfilled if you took the plundge.... 

Because I love this freshness, the concept, the man behind the Watch ( and God knows that there are some very cool guys, here ). Maybe one day... When my concerns will fly away. Best, Nicolas

I honnestly do not follow you if you are referring to maintenance/ servicing concerns. 1/ as long as the watchmaker lives no problem 2/ No problem either after for all watches made in a traditional manner. Yes, I would be concerned with all small brands/ ... 

This could be a very interesting discussion, but it will be a long, very long one... To make it short, when you have to service a movement whose even the smallest parts are delicately finished, and that the watchmaker or his company has disappeared.... Wh... 

And that will never be answered. Carpe diem, seize the day, enjoy watches as they are, could be my (and your?) motto, where ever they come from... And think of servicing as it comes. I strongly believe there will always be very talented and careful watchm... 

From a certain price, I don't take the risk... If it is a 5000 Euros Watch, then why not. But paying 50, 60, 100 000 Euros for a Watch and being uncertain about being able to maintain it, well, no, thank you. Best, Nicolas

but where are you in this incomparable photo?

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I am wondering, shouldn't a good and experienced watchmaker be able to even service an independent watch? Even be able to make certain movement parts himself? I recall one of my old watchmakers who was able to create parts himself. He is too old now, but ... 

With let's say silicon parts, is this still possible? I fear it is not. Or when the level of finishings is very high, I have the same doubts. Best, Nicolas

forget about repairing silicon parts in 50 years time. That was the point I was making. Good traditional watchmaking, irrespectively of how complicated it is, just as Breguet's watches today, can be serviced in the future by educated, skilful watchmakers.... 

They must be celebrity doubles or impostors... you know its them as the Gronefelds always have a beer in their hands :) Cheers Andrew

smoking area is best place to meet great people ;) :) Thank you for pics Best D