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Curated highlights from the world’s most passionate collectors

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Independents

Watchmakers - The Masters of Art Horology Exhibition

By AnthonyTsai · Mar 13, 2018 · 25 replies · 10468 views
Explore the "Watchmakers - The Masters of Art Horology" exhibition, a global tour showcasing independent watchmakers as artists. Discover dates, locations, and community insights.
Manufacture

Inside Andreas Hentschel's Uhrenmanufaktur Hamburg

shortys home · Dec 22, 2018
Tour Andreas Hentschel's Uhrenmanufaktur Hamburg. Explore the workshop, showroom, and watchmaking process of this independent German brand.
5 replies878 views
Independents

Moritz Grossmann 10th Anniversary Auction

sham1 · Dec 7, 2018
Sham1 reviews Moritz Grossmann's 10th-anniversary Christie's auction, featuring 24 unique pieces like the Atum 37mm enamel dial. Discover these independent watchmaking gems.
114 replies13451 views
Independents

Moritz Grossmann Tefnut 36 & Brand Discussion

rnaden · Dec 6, 2018
Explore Moritz Grossmann's novelties, including the Tefnut 36. Discuss brand strategy, design, and movement finishing with collectors.
22 replies3605 views
Independents

Paul Gerber Model 33 Ref. 335 Pink Gold

IPman · Dec 4, 2018
Discover IPman's Paul Gerber Model 33 Ref. 335 in 18K pink gold. Explore its unique movement, diamond moon phase, and independent watchmaking craftsmanship.
42 replies5781 views
Independents

Akrivia Chronomètre Contemporain: GPHG Winner

Watchonthewrist · Nov 10, 2018
Celebrate Akrivia's GPHG win for the Chronomètre Contemporain, featuring Rexhep Rexhepi's workshop tour and insights into his exceptional movement finishing.
33 replies4266 views
Independents

Hentschel H2 Medium Line Sector Dial Review

shortys home · Oct 27, 2018
Explore the Hentschel H2 Medium line, featuring 34mm and 34.5mm cases, a beautiful sector dial, and Anton Schild calibre 1525 movements.
8 replies3764 views
Independents

Grönefeld Brothers and the New Principia

K.simon · Oct 26, 2018
K.simon's visit to Grönefeld brothers, featuring insights on the new Principia automatic watch. Explore the craftsmanship of independent Dutch watchmakers.
26 replies5013 views
Review

MING 19.01 First Impressions and Review

hs111 · Oct 24, 2018
hs111 shares first impressions of the MING 19.01, the brand's flagship model with a Schwarz Etienne automatic movement.
2 replies855 views
Community

Independent Watch Lovers Meeting: Daniels & Smith

cazalea · Oct 21, 2018
Discover a private gathering of independent watch collectors, featuring Marco Lang, George Daniels, and Roger W. Smith watches.
23 replies4044 views
Independents

Rainer Nienaber Historical Watch Review

Marcus Hanke · Oct 21, 2018
Discover Rainer Nienaber s Historical wristwatch, an independent creation inspired by ancient tower clock displays and the evolution of time-telling.
3 replies855 views
Independents

Grönefeld 1941 Principia Automatic Movement

Arie - Mr Orange · Oct 18, 2018
Explore the Grönefeld 1941 Principia automatic movement, its design, and community debate on its value compared to other independent watchmakers.
22 replies4087 views
Independents

Visit with Independent Watchmaker Stephen McGonigle

Watch_time_it_is · Oct 15, 2018
Discover Stephen McGonigle's world through Watch_time_it_is's visit report, exploring the unique blend of form and function in his independent watchmaking philosophy.
8 replies1810 views
Independents

Hentschel H1 Chronometer Automatic Impressions

shortys home · Oct 7, 2018
First impressions of the Hentschel H1 Chronometer Automatic, a 40mm dress watch with a Roamer 522D-based movement and date complication.
12 replies2831 views
Independents

Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire Hodinkee Limited Edition

sham1 · Oct 4, 2018
Sham1 reviews the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire Hodinkee Limited Edition, a 12-piece salmon dial steel watch. Insights on value, design, and rarity.
103 replies15678 views
Review

Urwerk UR-111C Hands-On Review

foversta · Sep 30, 2018
Explore the Urwerk UR-111C, a watch that redefines interactivity with its linear display and tactile controls. foversta's review details its unique design and user experience.
9 replies3559 views
Independents

Grönefeld Parallax Tourbillon Crown Mechanism

crown comfort · Sep 28, 2018
Discover the Grönefeld Parallax Tourbillon and its unique push-crown mechanism. A collector shares an anecdote from meeting the Grönefeld brothers.
21 replies3028 views
New Release

MB&F Horological Machine No. 9 'Flow'

patrick_y · Sep 24, 2018
Explore the MB&F Horological Machine No. 9 'Flow' with its radical design, twin balance wheels, and exceptional finishing. See the Aviator and Driver editions.
26 replies6176 views
Independents

Grönefeld Remontoire: First Independent Watch?

Baron - Mr Red · Sep 24, 2018
Explore the Grönefeld Remontoire, a GPHG-winning independent watch, through a collector's eyes. Discover its constant force mechanism, unique steel bridges, and why it stands out against mainstream luxury brands.
28 replies4346 views
Independents

Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Qualité Fleurier Review

Elo5 · Sep 20, 2018
Elo5 reviews the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Qualité Fleurier, showcasing its hand-guilloché grain of rice dial and unique bezel craftsmanship.
3 replies1768 views
Independents

McGonigle Watches: Stephen McGonigle Interview

Jay (Eire) · Sep 17, 2018
Jay (Eire) shares an interview with Stephen McGonigle, co-founder of McGonigle Watches, detailing his journey as an Irish watchmaker in Switzerland.
8 replies3472 views
Independents

Urwerk UR-111C Special Project Hands-On

Jay (Eire) · Sep 12, 2018
Explore Urwerk's UR-111C Special Project with a hands-on review. Discover its unique crownless winding, linear retrograde minutes, and optical fiber digital seconds display.
26 replies4397 views
Independents

Ming 17.03 Ultra Blue Review

KMII · Aug 30, 2018
Explore the Ming 17.03 Ultra Blue, a limited edition with a heat-blued titanium case and GMT complication. KMII reviews this unique independent timepiece.
10 replies3067 views
Independents

Roger W. Smith Series 1, 2, or Open Dial 38mm

sham1 · Aug 19, 2018
Collector sham1 shares his Roger W. Smith Series 2 order update. With 38mm cases returning, he debates Series 1, Series 2, or Open Dial. Get community insights on this bespoke choice.
103 replies16985 views
Independents

Ludovic Ballouard Atelier Visit & Watches

Watch_time_it_is · Aug 6, 2018
Discover Ludovic Ballouard's atelier and philosophy. Explore the artistic concepts behind his 'Upside Down' and 'Half Time' watches.
17 replies4852 views
Independents

Visit with Masahiro Kikuno and the Sakubou

Watch_time_it_is · Aug 4, 2018
Visit Masahiro Kikuno, AHCI's youngest member, and explore his philosophy of balance and the bespoke creation of the Sakubou moon phase watch.
8 replies3294 views
Independents

F.P. Journe Centigraphe vs. Patek 5170, Lange Chronos

jlc.thomsen · Jul 27, 2018
Compare F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain with Patek Philippe 5170 and A. Lange & Söhne chronographs. Collectors discuss movement finishing, wrist fit, and value.
48 replies8699 views
Independents

Ochs und Junior Day/Night Watch Overview

Ornatus-Mundi · Jul 25, 2018
Discover the ochs und junior 'day/night' watch, a personalized timepiece displaying day/night length, moon phase, and celestial positions based on your latitude.
24 replies4923 views
Manufacture

Carl Suchy & Sohne Waltz No.1 Tokyo Event

KIH · Jul 20, 2018
Explore the rebirth of Carl Suchy & Sohne, an Austrian-origin watch brand, at its Tokyo World Tour event. Discover the minimalist Waltz No.1 and its unique design.
2 replies886 views
Independents

Gorilla Fastback Drift Wandering Hours FBV1.0

Horology75 · Jul 13, 2018
Explore the Gorilla Fastback Drift, a limited edition wandering hours watch with a Vaucher movement. Learn about its design, materials, and value proposition.
40 replies6474 views
Independents

Laurent Ferrier Galet Steel Case Blue Dial

amanico · Jul 13, 2018
Explore the rare Laurent Ferrier Galet Steel Case Blue Dial, a 10-piece limited edition for Antoine de Macedo. Discover its micro-rotor movement and collector insights.
29 replies3235 views

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