Grönefeld Principia Automatic: W&W Collection

Key Points from the Discussion

• The Grönefeld Principia Automatic is highly regarded, with one collector expressing a preference for it even over the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire.
• The Grönefeld brothers are consistently praised for their character and watchmaking prowess, with collectors enjoying personal interactions and opportunities to handle their creations, such as the One Hertz.
• The Principia Automatic, despite its appeal, was a point of debate for some collectors who ultimately opted for manual-wind movements, noting that these references are now challenging to acquire.
• The 'moss tradition' has led to speculation among community members about whether amanico maintains a dedicated album of these unique photographs.
• There was an indication that the Grönefeld Principia Automatic's official announcement was anticipated within a few months of the Watches and Wonders event, suggesting it was a preview.