Independents

Greetings to forum members. This is my first post here, and this is about my first independent purchase.

The journey to my Laurent Ferrier was a bit of coincidences. I randomly read about the brand a few years ago as I was researching for information on what would only be my second watch purchase, which certainly wouldn’t have been an independent. Naturally impressed by Mr Ferrier’s pedigree at Patek and google images I could find, I nevertheless looked up the dealer list and found that there just happened to be one near my office. I was shown the Galet classic (tourbillion double spiral). Being a novice in the collecting world then, I was nowhere near to having sufficient technical appreciation of the watch that it deserved. Still I undoubtedly walked away from the shop mesmerized by its sheer elegance. It’s remarkable something that appeared so ‘simple’ could be that nice. The brand left a very strong impression.

Fast forward to a few years later (hours of nerding out on forums and books, as well as making some acquisitions along the way). I came across this present watch as I was attending an overseas wedding. I’d learnt about the micro-rotor model already, but its other variations hadn’t quite pushed me over the edge (to be more precise, resources have been allocated to different pieces in a world where there has to be fiscal constraints). Loving the movement in this watch was a given. It’s the blue rail track and sub-seconds on the enamel dial that would seal the deal for me though. The fact that this was a limited edition to 18 was just icing on the cake. There I was with the same feeling as I did when I first encountered a Laurent Ferrier piece, except this time I’d actually done my homework.

This watch has been getting more wrist time than I’d anticipated. It looks formal but never seems out of place as long as I’m wearing a shirt. The platinum case is a little heavy, but the watch is still very comfortable and well-balanced on the wrist. The slightly domed sapphire crystal gives it a more masculine presence.

It’s a very satisfying experience to think that I’ll always be the one who enjoys this watch the most, free of meaningless judgments from those who don’t necessarily share this same passion as we do. People who see me wearing this piece don’t need to know that it has a micro rotor, natural escapement, or how well it’s finished. It’s a peace of mind that I don’t always feel with my other watches.

I’m glad to have finally contributed to my first post, and I’m looking forward to exchanging views with you guys on our hobby in the future.

Ken

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In deed a very lovely watch with an elegant dial...

You certainly chose one of the best watch on the market today in my opinion. I am a little bit jealous of you ;-)

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welcome to the community and I'm indeed looking forward to hear from your journey with this beautiful Laurent Ferrier. 

Now you just need to wear it on the right wrist - which is, of course, the left wrist!

The fact that I wear my watches on the right wrist has indeed limited some of my options...

Astute observation by you, sir.

Do you have any left-side crowns in your collection? If we are being honest, there are few watches with such sturdy stems that you would brave an adjustment while wearing it, so the whole argument is moot - in fact, it's probably better to aim it up your arm rather than to your wrist...

But I was referring to pieces that have off centre dials on the right, the likes of MB&F LM101, and Gronefeld one hertz... It's much harder to tell the time when the watch is tucked underneath a shirt cuff since I'd wear them on my right wrist.

As for left-side crowns, Panerai just doesn't do it for me. Was interested in a Sinn EZM1, but didn't find one in nice enough condition and at the right price.

Well at least the LM1 has the two dials, and the Lange 1 is perfect for the right wrist...

Congratulations getting this one.

It seems you indeed did your homework, and have great taste. A dream watch for dressy three-handers IMO!

Thank you skyeriding. This isn't my second watch. I only discovered the brand while researching on another piece that had become my second watch.

It's the journey that counts I suppose...

This is a truly incredible watch that will certainly stand the test of time and be as impressive in 50 years as it is today. Wonderful. Congratulations

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This I think is the most beautful iteration of the micro-rotor range.

I recently had the pleasure to visit the atelier of Laurent Ferrier if of interest to you...

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Thank you for your sharing, hashluck. Congratulations on your LF piece and the wonderful trip.

I haven't had the opportunity to meet with Mr Ferrier yet. Hopefully in the future... Having a personal interaction with the man behind the pieces we love would be pretty special for sure.

Hope to see more of you nice entries.

I got to,see this piece at a GTG with Mr Ferrier. It wast his first showing in the USA. I loved it. Wear in the best of health

Best

Joe

Thank you Joe.

While I haven't met with Mr Ferrier, I've been to a few other events where I could interact with the brain behind the watches. It really helps me better understand their design philosophy and subsequently have a deeper appreciation of their creations.

NT 

What a watch!

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For your fine taste and a superb time keeper. One of the finest "simple" watch in my opinion.

What a wonderful watch - and as you said, the blue minute track is really a killer!

Feel free to share your other pieces, too and hope to see lots more from you

What is great first post. Any LF is a gem, an this enamel dial with stylized Roman numeral is to die for!