Grönefeld Grande Complication First Encounter
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Grönefeld Grande Complication First Encounter

By amanico · Sep 25, 2022 · 28 replies
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Amanico recounts his first encounter with a Grönefeld timepiece in Las Vegas in 2011, specifically the Grande Complication, alongside the One Hertz. His post offers a rare glimpse into the early design philosophy of the Grönefeld brothers, highlighting a pivotal moment before their more 'mature' contemporary aesthetic emerged.

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It was in Las Vegas, in 2011. I met the Gronefeld Brothers, there. They came with the amazing One Hertz, and... Their Grande Complication. 

Here it is: 






The design is more " mature, nowadays, but the inspiration and the madness were there! 

11 years... Time flies. 

Best,

Nicolas

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jleno
Sep 25, 2022
The case looks way too large, but the finishing is clearly extraordinary. Would be curious to hear how it sounds!

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amanico
Sep 25, 2022
For a first try, that was an impressive one. Agreed on the case.

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Bill
Sep 25, 2022
Spectacular watch. I remember the brothers very unassuming and charming.

That was a fun horological adventure we had 11 years ago.

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amanico
Sep 25, 2022
Yes, Bill! That was a great moment. Time to do it again!

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holdemchamp1225
Sep 25, 2022
Definitely can see how Bart was inspired by APRP here 😉. Actually spoke to him about it during our visit to their Atelier with Hannes and Mahesh 😉

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amanico
Sep 25, 2022
Really? What did he tell you?

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