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KIH's post captures the essence of community within WatchProSite, detailing his visit to fellow moderator Don Corson. This personal account offers a rare glimpse into the life of an independent watchmaker, showcasing Don's workshop, his personal creations, and the warm hospitality extended to a fellow enthusiast.
I had a huge pleasure to visit our moderator, Don Corson at his place. Very nice of him to pick me up at the station with the very handsome sports car.
I had a wonderful time having lunch with his wife, and drank a lot of wine (for me), while he was to play at the concert that day later.....
Again, thank you so much for your hospitality and lunch and fun talk. Please give my best regards to your wife.....
Best,
Ken
Don came out from his sleek two-seater....
Pretty town....
His No. 6.
His workshop - and he is not even a watchmaker by profession. He is an engineer..... Does anybody have watchmaker's bench at home? I wish!!
He is working on his new watch..... Double....
And near lunch....
From right to left: His wife's watch (which he made, No. 3), No. 6, Kikuno, his daily watch (the first watch he made which worked), and mine..... His wife's black MOP dial is very nice....
Well designed back side, too.
Seeing it in action is worth thousands of words:
Thank you so much, Don!
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Addendum: my other pics of the city
Thanks!
Ken
Key Points from the Discussion
- A fellow PuristS member recounts meeting Don Corson at previous community events, highlighting his positive impression of Don as a great individual and watchmaker.
- Nicolas praises Don Corson as a 'nice human being, a great watchmaker, and a great friend,' reinforcing the strong personal connections within the community.
- KIH describes Don's No. 6 watch as 'very well made, all titanium, very, very light,' and praises its original hands and overall creation.
- The original author emphasizes the unique experience of visiting a fellow enthusiast who has delved deeply into watchmaking, calling it a 'treat to watch nut like me.'
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