Joepny
1970
My thought is don’t go to an independent just for the sake of ticking a box
Oct 19, 2018,13:16 PM
You have to really love the product that is produced by the independent. Ignore the hype, especially with some independents that get a lot of coverage. And the most difficult part is finding the watch to try on first, before buying. Come to NYC more often.
I agree with you about service & longevity, that is a valid consideration. There is a good independent watchmaker (family) near where you are from in Washington state, I can give you info if you ever want it.
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My first Lange...
By: Clueless_Collector : October 19th, 2018-10:57
from 3 years ago, still giving me goose bumps and keep getting distracted from work. Enjoy the weekend. ...
We know the Gronefeld movement’s killer looks...
By: Clueless_Collector : October 19th, 2018-11:26
It is very tempting, and for watch addicts like us who love mechanical stuff, they make us goes crazy. I’m very happy with Lange and love their heritage, passion, strategy. However, I still have my reservations on Independent brands, longevity and surviva...
Good independent watchmaker near me???
By: Clueless_Collector : October 19th, 2018-13:41
I only heard of a watchmaker in Oregon where he makes very limited number of watches, all handmade at home. Please do share the info here or by PM. Thanks Joe.
Indeed "had"
By: Maltie : October 19th, 2018-12:26
I did not even know such a set was ever made. Guess Lange forgot to inform me 😂. And does anybody know the results of the auction?
Here is the info....
By: Clueless_Collector : October 19th, 2018-13:43
Not a high profile auction house I guess so not much publicity. I can't find the results. ...
Thank you for the info....
By: Clueless_Collector : October 20th, 2018-10:54
it doesn't seem to do these awesome set justice, sigh If this is done by high profile auction house Mr Bacs, it may be 3~4 x.
What a classic
By: Gelato Monster : October 19th, 2018-17:05
Surgically clean and handsome
True [nt]
By: Gelato Monster : October 20th, 2018-09:18