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Wouldn't experienced watchmaker be able to revise an independent watch?
Feb 15, 2015,14:38 PM
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 there still must be some watchmakers out there who could do it even for a more complex independent timepiece?
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Some quick pictures of the Gronefeld brothers.
By: amanico : January 20th, 2015-12:59
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 am following the Independant Phenomenon in a close way.
By: amanico : January 20th, 2015-13:29
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
Concern?
By: ztirual : January 22nd, 2015-04:10
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/ ...
I would be less categoric and optimistic than you, Z.
By: amanico : January 22nd, 2015-21:06
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...
So many questions unanswered, Nico
By: ztirual : January 23rd, 2015-13:46
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...
It depends on the price you have to pay for a watch.
By: amanico : January 24th, 2015-12:05
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
You are so lucky.....
By: big daddy : January 22nd, 2015-13:30
but where are you in this incomparable photo?
Wouldn't experienced watchmaker be able to revise an independent watch?
By: redsubmariner : February 15th, 2015-14:38
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 ...
Nico
By: ztirual : February 23rd, 2015-14:56
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....
That can't be the Gronefelds...
By: andrewluff : February 17th, 2015-12:33
They must be celebrity doubles or impostors... you know its them as the Gronefelds always have a beer in their hands :) Cheers Andrew
As I always tell people...
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : February 24th, 2015-00:09
smoking area is best place to meet great people ;) :) Thank you for pics Best D