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Monopole's long-awaited Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire delivery offers a timely opportunity to revisit this significant independent timepiece. His experience highlights the unique journey of acquiring a watch from Bart and Tim Grönefeld, underscoring the personal connection and the meticulous craftsmanship that defines their work. This article delves into the details of the 1941 Remontoire, a model celebrated for its technical sophistication and distinctive aesthetic.
The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire represents a significant offering from the independent Dutch watchmakers, Bart and Tim Grönefeld, showcasing their technical prowess and commitment to traditional horology. It was introduced as a flagship model, emphasizing precision and a distinctive aesthetic that blends classic watchmaking with contemporary design elements. The timepiece quickly garnered critical acclaim, notably winning the Men's Watch category at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) in 2016, solidifying its position within the high-end independent watchmaking landscape.
Central to the 1941 Remontoire is its constant force mechanism, a remontoire d'égalité, visible at 9 o'clock on the dial. This system ensures a consistent supply of torque to the escapement, enhancing timekeeping accuracy by mitigating the diminishing force of the mainspring as it unwinds. The in-house developed Caliber G-05 features a 36-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz). The movement is meticulously finished with polished bevels, frosted surfaces, and gold chatons, reflecting haute horlogerie standards. The case measures 39.5mm in diameter and 10.5mm in thickness, initially offered in white gold and rose gold, with later iterations including stainless steel.
For collectors, the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire is highly regarded for its technical innovation, exceptional finishing, and the artisanal integrity of its creators. The limited production numbers and the personal connection of the Grönefeld brothers to their craft, rooted in generations of clock-keeping, add to its desirability. Early white gold models with salmon dials are particularly sought after, as are the later stainless steel versions featuring guilloché dials crafted by Kari Voutilainen and enamel accents, which represent a collaboration between esteemed independent watchmakers.
One of the great watches in the history of independent watchmaking in my opinion., Enjoy your new watch!
Hopefully you will get to take the watch to the see it’s creators at a later date.
I always enjoy reading the first impressions of owners when their piece first arrives. I was too late to act on this one, but it’s nonetheless uplifting to see pictures and read the first posts such as yours. Thanks for sharing and enjoy in the best of health.
Does anyone one knows if the brothers plan to produce another series of the remontoir?
Mine should arrive towards the end of this year or early next year - a slight delay due to the pandemic. Probably one of the last ones I am guessing.
that would be a very lucky number!
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