Akrivia Chronomètre Contemporain: GPHG Winner

Watchonthewrist · 2018-11-10T11:49:09Z

Celebrate Akrivia's GPHG win for the Chronomètre Contemporain, featuring Rexhep Rexhepi's workshop tour and insights into his exceptional movement finishing.

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Watchonthewrist's post celebrates Akrivia's well-deserved win at the GPHG, spotlighting Rexhep Rexhepi's Chronomètre Contemporain. His firsthand account, including a workshop tour and insights into the movement's artistry, offers a privileged look into the independent watchmaker's world. This piece underscores Akrivia's rising prominence and the exceptional craftsmanship that defines its creations.

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I had the pleasure thanks too RDJ to attend this years GPHG and see the talented Rexhep Rexhepi and his brother and amazing team win there well deserved price .
Imho its the best watch release from 2018 .

That movement its pure art . The symmetry and finishing is stunning

Thanks to my friend Chris from Esperluxe i had the honor to spend most of my day before the GPHG at Akrivia HQ .

despite it was a big day for the Akrivia team they took all the time to give me and RDJ a tour through there workshop and explain what his future plans are for it.

Seeing the masterwatchmaker at work

Rexhep and Chris even took us out for a great lunch.

A huge Congrats to Rexhep and his team . Cant wait to see what they will show us in the near future

Key Points from the Discussion

The Akrivia Chronomètre Contemporain's movement is lauded for its pure artistry, stunning symmetry, and exceptional finishing, making it a standout release.
Rexhep Rexhepi's dedication to refining his watches is evident in the significant improvements made between pre-production and final Baselworld pieces, elevating the level of finishing.
Akrivia watches, particularly the Chronomètre Contemporain, are highly sought after, with long waiting lists and limited availability.
Visiting independent watchmakers' manufactures, such as Akrivia and F.P. Journe, is a highly recommended experience for collectors attending events like SIHH.
The Chronomètre Contemporain is considered a niche but highly desirable piece, often competing for attention with other independent darlings like Grönefeld and Voutilainen.

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fallanden_ch

Nov 10, 2018

Great post

Thanks, great pictures and a pleasure to read.

Watchonthewrist

Nov 10, 2018

Thanks for your kind words 🤗 [nt]

MCG (Markus)

Nov 10, 2018

Thanks for letting us be part of your great visiting experience! 👍🏻👏🏻🍀☀️😃 [nt]

Watchonthewrist

Nov 10, 2018

It was my pleasure 🤗 [nt]

Passionata_george

Nov 10, 2018

I ve walked by their shop

this spring time in Geneva

Watchonthewrist

Nov 10, 2018

Next time try to visit them , def worth while .

There such nice and humble people , just think off the pressure they had before such a big event and still spend half a day with us .

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