Laine Watches Gelidus 2 Collection

jlux · 2024-03-19T12:55:44Z

Explore the Laine G3 with jlux's in-depth review, showcasing its hand-made guilloché dial, modified ETA 6498 movement, and bespoke finishing. Discover artisanal watchmaking.

jlux

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In this insightful article, jlux shares his journey acquiring a Laine G3, a testament to the allure of independent watchmaking. His detailed presentation highlights the bespoke nature and artisanal craftsmanship that define Torsti Laine's creations. This piece offers a valuable perspective on the customization options and high-horology finishing available from smaller manufactures.

Admiring the work of Torsti Laine since quite a while I finally decided last year to place an order for a G3.

After a wait of +- 6 months it has arrived this week.

I decided for the G3 model as I like the dial contrast between the frosted outer part and the center guilloche.

Many different colour and guilloche combinations are possible : I decided for an anthracite frosting and a two part red gold (not salmon !!) guilloche.

The guilloche is the real thing : hand made on a rose engine ( I believe from Décors Guillochés SA in Switzerland).

Torsti is using the ETA 6498 as a base movement which is then heavily modified and decorated according to high horology standards.

Here again various decoration styles are possible : my choice was for the "classic" frosting with red gold coating.

The quality of the bevelling and attention to detail is top !!

And finally a wrist shot to show that this 40.5 mm watch works well on my 17 cm wrist.

Thanks for looking,

Gerard

Key Points from the Discussion

The original author meticulously simulated various color and guilloché combinations using a computer and photo editor before finalizing his design choices, emphasizing the personalized journey in acquiring a Laine timepiece.
A fellow collector expressed a desire for a swappable dial mechanism, suggesting an innovative feature that would allow owners to change dials like 'a slice of bread in a toaster' to experience different aesthetics.
Another collector noted the similarity in color choices to his own Laine G2, but acknowledged the significant elevation in the G3 model due to the inclusion of genuine guilloché work.
The original author articulated a growing attraction to small manufactures, valuing the high level of artisanal quality and craftsmanship evident in their work.

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MichaelC

Mar 19, 2024

Your selections are wonderful. I'm sure this one will be extra special to wear.

gary_g

Mar 19, 2024

It’s such a beautiful watch. I love the dial color and design. The breguet style numerals are fantastic. I love the mechanism design and lay out. It’s really fantastic. Congratulations and wear it in good health!

Mar 19, 2024

Tastefully spec'd! I love it.

cazalea

Mar 19, 2024

I wish someone would come up with a swappable dial setup, so we could slip them in and out like a slice of bread in a toaster...

Spangles - Dr. Tabby

Mar 19, 2024

I'd like to organize a few people to have Laine make some rose gold cased watches.

Jay (Eire)

Mar 19, 2024

Love the dial side, your colour choices are very similar to my G2 but of course your watch is elevated significantly with the guilloche. I look forward to seeing more pictures of this one.

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