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May 16, 2024,00:31 AM
 

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Thanks to a dear friend I was given the opportunity to see a number of Ferdinand Berthoud models. I ostensibly went to see the newly released FB 3.
When I met with Ken from Chopard we went over all the models and while he spoke glowingly of the FB3 I was entranced by this one, the FB2RE. As we sat in our meeting scheduled for an hour that turned into 2 hours I listened to the comprehensive description of each watch, particularly the FB3 but I kept putting it down and picking up the FB2, trying it on and louping it.
Finally my wife told me to face the fact that I was overwhelmed by the FB2RE and if I was going to get a Ferdinand Berthoud it had to the FB2.
What could I say but surrender to her advice.

Everything about this watch is amazing.
The enamel dial with multiple components, curving into the bezel is a work of art and certainly very hard to accomplish.
The movement is beautiful with a fusee chain and remontoire is totally outstanding. Watching the escapement do its thing is a joy.

My wife was right.
This message has been edited by India Whiskey Charlie on 2024-06-07 02:36:32

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An absolute triumph

 
 By: TeutonicCarFan : May 16th, 2024-00:48
I love how this brand has been cultivated to top chronometry and finishing. KFS has done a good job here. I have never seen one but definitely think I would like if the size was agreeable. Thanks for sharing.

KFS has a definite vision for this brand.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-00:55
He inspects and has to approve of every FB before it can be delivered. Lot of respect for this brand.

Have loved FB the first time I saw one...

 
 By: mdg : May 16th, 2024-01:02
...as for your wife, she's always right. Never forget that...

Never will forget. I bend to her wishes

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-02:59

Epochal =))

 
 By: InHavenPro : May 16th, 2024-01:19
Truly outstanding in every conceivable way. Tremendous enjoyment with it!! Cheers, Filip

Thanks. I fully expect to

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:02

Congratulations on this magnificent watch. I had the pleasure

 
 By: hora12reborn : May 16th, 2024-01:28
to handle one. It was very convincing if there wasn’t the huge price tag. It might sound strange but it seemed to be the best possible crossbreeding of a Panerai Luminor Marina there could be.😄

Ha. My thought it is a piece unto itself. Though

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:03
I expect that there is a story behind the development of this movement.

I can only fully agree, Mitch!!

 
 By: MichaelC : May 16th, 2024-02:29
Congratulations to you. That is a top level timepiece. Nothing better. Maybe some different, or some as good, but none better. Did I say Congratulations? Very happy for you!!

Thanks Michael. It is a true honor to have this as part of my family.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:04

Wow! Something I can only dream about . Fantastic!

 
 By: loujo : May 16th, 2024-02:43

It is what dreams are made of.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:08

That backside is something else..

 
 By: K-Lo : May 16th, 2024-02:57

There are many ways to answer this but enough to say seeing it in action especially under a loupe

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:10
is incredibly magnificent

Wow.

 
 By: gary_g : May 16th, 2024-03:52
I have never seen this watch. What a marvel. Absolutely stunning. Thanks you for sharing.

Thanks Gary. Again there is a history behind the movement I believe. KFS has been

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-05:12
Instrumental in honoring the work of Berthoud and his family. It truly is the magic of the Berthoud team and all congratulations go to them.

This one has everything. Class, refinement, horological sophistication. Bravo, mon ami. My favorite FB too!

 
 By: amanico : May 16th, 2024-05:11

No surprise that we share similar tastes - a fact that has been well established over the course of th years

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:34

+++1 mon bon ami.

 
 By: amanico : May 16th, 2024-23:03

A true masterpiece, and the FB I like the most.

 
 By: lm6 : May 16th, 2024-05:37

Incredible and beautiful masterpieces. FB2 is a excellent example of that . Although i wouldn’t mind a FB3 myself 🙏🏻🤩

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : May 16th, 2024-05:46

I truly do not believe that you can't go wrong with any of the FB models. They do stand apart in the pantheon of watch making.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:35

Congrats Sir gorgeous watch on both the dial and movement sides, Enjoy :-)

 
 By: SALMANPK : May 16th, 2024-05:55

Thanks buddy. I can't decide which side gives more joy so I am not going to worry about it. It is a party for the eyes on either side.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:36

Wow congrats Mitch you finally pulled the trigger

 
 By: Mohannad (aka Riddler) : May 16th, 2024-08:48
I remember when you told me about this situation back in Nov when we discussed the FB3 and indeed you said the same thing I’m so happy for you and hope that I could see it in the flesh this coming July

Absolutely Mo. It has been a wait for this to come. Waiting for its arrival was equivalent to the gestational period for elephants. Different end result however. Though I must say

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:40
baby elephants are quite adorable.

The wife is always right!

 
 By: ant : May 16th, 2024-08:48
I am delighted for you Mitch. It must be about the most interesting, properly engineered and developed watch out there. And it's yours! As far as I can tell it is the real deal. So, unfortunately for your general watch lust, a defining moment, a genuine e... 

Ha. First of all my dear friend, it is thanks to you that this marvel has come to me, so thank you once again. Second, is it the end of? Not likely.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:42
If one climbs Mount Everest does one not climb any other mountains? I think they do. The passion is deeply seated in us both.

She was right indeed! Ken is an amazing fella.

 
 By: patrick_y : May 16th, 2024-10:45
I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Ken in Dubai and he is one knowledgeable fella. Big congrats to you and your spouse! And what a watch! I find the dual pallet forks to be especially interesting to me. Mesmerizing.

The two forks are their - one for the escapement to control its action and the other for the remontoir to release the energy each passing second. Ken is a pleasure to be with, knowledgeable and a true gentleman

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:44

Ahh. Exquisite. Thank you for that detail.

 
 By: patrick_y : May 17th, 2024-05:53

Of COURSE the wife is right. You married Mrs. Right :)

 
 By: enjoythemusic : May 16th, 2024-12:37
If she says you should get the timepiece... get the timepiece.

What else can a guy do but say "Yes dear" and follow her instructions. It has happened several times with happy results.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:44

Sharper Image (not the catalog) of the FB

 
 By: cazalea : May 16th, 2024-13:48
...  

Thanks. For those who have not had the pleasure of seeing one of these in the metal this certainly does give a good understanding of the piece. That said, humbly, there is nothing like the real thing.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:46

Congrats Mitch! A true masterpiece!

 
 By: DarrenKats : May 16th, 2024-13:57

Thanks. It is pure art.

 
 By: Mitch K : May 16th, 2024-20:47

Pure art indeed

 
 By: India Whiskey Charlie : June 7th, 2024-02:38
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to see it in the metal Mitch...👍

Totally a fun day. Always fun to share with like minded folks.

 
 By: Mitch K : June 7th, 2024-04:25