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the whole horological world feels that great loss, Marcus.
Condolences to his family. He is indeed someone special as he has chosen to live in our country and has created watches which was even enlisted in the Guinness World of Records with the Astrolabium, and technological breakthroughs like the Freak, GMT Perpetuals, Marine Chronometers, Sonatas and not only his watches but i believe he was a man admired, respected, a true visionary, a Legend.
*hugs*
By: dxboon : April 15th, 2011-07:28
Oh, Marcus, I'm so sad for you. I'm sad for the global community of watch enthusiasts too, but for his friends, family, loved ones this must be gut-wrenching. UN is one of my favorite brands; I love its boldness and unique take on watchmaking. I know Mr. ...
Indeed a great loss
By: DaMctosh : April 15th, 2011-09:14
and Rolf will be well remembered by the community and all he came into contact with. You put it well Marcus when you say that we know he's not young but we always assumed he'll be around with his seemingly boundless energy. I do not claim to know him well...
Rolf Schnyder
By: willy Henri Pfister : April 16th, 2011-00:37
I learnt with great sadnes the terrible news. I knew Rolf when working in Malaysia and Singapore as Ceo Of an other Brand. I always found in Rolf a very understanding and helping person. I had the pleasure to discuss with him a few times the future of Swi...
Great men
By: Dje : April 16th, 2011-00:59
Dear Marcus, As I read your words I have to say I've never met Mr Schnyder. I've like always known his face and respected his work for horology as I spent so many hours dreaming of his watches, but never had the opportunity to meet him. As I read your wor...