Ornatus-Mundi[Zenith]
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Some final words!
Apr 28, 2012,07:45 AM
I think I can spare me a final conclusion or appraisal. I am sure this series of articles shed some light into one of the most likeable contemporary watchmakers. The products speak a clear conceptual language (with in part a bit derivative design, but this is evolving, see e.g. the Doppel 2.0). Its also encouraging to see how the two further develop and advance their range of watches, and which decisions they take to achieve their ends.
Finally, I also like to highlight that Maria and Richard demonstrate how two individuals complement one another.
All that said, we had a last dinner at their home. Like in the atelier, kitchen work is shared...
... whereby I made sure to be close to the wines!
It certainly was one of the most intimate visits, it was a visit with personal friends.
We made our fun with Max, the watchdog, who also had to dress nicely to attend the farewell dinner:
Unfortunately, it turned out to be a real farewell as May died a few weeks later:
Well, that's life!
At least, Mickey arrived recently to turn Habring2's life upside down!
I sincerely hope you enjoyed my series of reports. Thanks so much for being patient with me and all the delay that you had to incur.
Finally, a great, great thank you to Maria and Richard for your hospitability and your readiness to have us as your guest and to answer all my countless questions!
Cheers for now,
Magnus