Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon Double Spiral — WatchProSite Forum Digest

samwan · 2013-05-10T02:16:40Z

Samwan showcases his luxury watch collection, including a new Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon Double Spiral. Discover independent watchmakers, tourbillons, and enamel dials.

samwan

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Samwan engages the community with a playful quiz, showcasing a stunning array of watches from his personal collection, culminating in the reveal of his new acquisition: a Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon. This post offers a delightful glimpse into a collector's passion for independent watchmaking, tourbillons, and exquisite dial craftsmanship. His photo essay highlights the shared characteristics and unique beauty of these horological treasures.

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(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

The answers are:

(A) This one is easy - they are all tourbillons

(B) These timepieces are all made by independent watch makers

(D) Tricky one - watches with Roman indices

So, next question - which one is my new love?

No cigar for guessing right - the Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon

Here are two close-ups. Can you spot what is written in small fonts on the dial?

Right, Tourbillon Double Spiral

And the lovely tourby subtlely 'hidden' at the back...

I am sure you have gotten all the answers right, haven't you? Sorry for the appalling images...

Cheers

Sam

This message has been edited by samwan on 2013-05-10 02:18:35

Key Points from the Discussion

The collection showcases a remarkable taste and discrimination, representing a 'gold standard' for a top-quality collection.
The Parmigiani Toric Tourbillon in rose gold, now discontinued, is identified as one of the tourbillons in the collection, acquired from a Christies auction.
Maintaining a collection of high-end watches involves regular winding and actuation of mechanisms to prevent oils from settling and ensure longevity, a practice likened to being a 'good father' to the watches.
The Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon, particularly its micro-rotor movement and seconds dial, is highly admired, with collectors debating between Roman numerals or markers for the dial.
The author expresses interest in acquiring an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Leo Messi in tantalum and steel, indicating a continued pursuit of notable timepieces.

The Discussion

VMM

May 10, 2013

All of them are stunning timepieces?

Fantastic collection, amazing I would say. Enjoy them. Vte :)

samwan

May 10, 2013

Thanks....I am pretty happy with my portfolio at this point

Another person who is also happy should be my son....one day this will all become his ! :) Best Sam

AndrewD

May 10, 2013

(e) they are all ...

... wound and running. Bravo, Sam. In so many shots of people's collections the watches are 'dead' in the box or on the table. Even at GTGs. Such a sad thing to do to a watch. But you have given them life and are a good father. :-) Wonderful collection and addition to the family. Andrew

samwan

May 10, 2013

Thanks Andrew :)

I wound them once a week or so. My friends told me best is to wound them once every two weeks... What do you think? Best Sam

AndrewD

May 10, 2013

My practice is to ...

... wind them all monthly. I also actuate pushers on chronographs and set dates, just to keep those mechanisms moving. I also turn them into a different resting position: upside down or on their side. You don't want gravity influencing the position of oils if they are in the same position for months on end. Of course the best place is on the wrist, but unfortunately we only have two of those. A

samwan

May 10, 2013

I never thought about the resting positions

Good advice Andrew. Thx.

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