SuitbertW
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Perhaps a world premier.....
Apr 16, 2007,14:38 PM
....but I'm not sure
The Cabestan working prototype, realised by Vianney Halter......
At the time I took the pictures, it wasn't working anymore , as it was dropped by somebody (no, not me ;-) ) - but all vital parts are in there.
It's a fascinating piece of old style mechanics - to me it reminded me of a 19th century, industrial revolution, small "factory" for the wrist - some sort of mechanical micro cosmos.
One is almost looking for a small steam engine in there
What I was told, the Cabestan project will most likely not end up in the "Vianney Halter" range of watches !
It's a really fascinnating piece, and not as large as it may seem (I know, that's an often heard comment even for some real "monsters" ) I guess it's the architecture, with the large transparent "hoods" here which makes it well suitable even considering the size.
Best regards
Suitbert
This message has been edited by SuitbertW on 2007-04-16 14:39:19