Moritz Grossmann Watch: Design and Wearability

TheMadDruid · 2016-05-30T20:50:20Z

TheMadDruid reviews his Moritz Grossmann watch, detailing its unique case architecture, 'browned' hands, and wearability for collectors.

TheMadDruid presents a detailed look at his Moritz Grossmann timepiece, offering wrist shots and observations on its design and wearability. His post highlights the brand's distinctive aesthetic choices, such as 'browned' hands and a unique case architecture, providing collectors with a deeper understanding of what sets Moritz Grossmann apart in the world of independent watchmaking.

A few wrist shots that may give an indication of the height of the case.

Notice "browned" hands-not "blued". Moritz Grossmann's little idiosyncratic take matched with the rose gold case.

11mm

All my watches have to undergo the 'Gordon's' test.

I think it passed.

Stones, courtesy of GP.

BIG stone; borrowed from CC.

Here you can see the strap picked up the colors of the stones.

Hanging and waiting for the cab it called.

The height is clear here.

And here. But notice also the curve of the case from bottom to top.

This shot, I believe, not only shows the movement but gives you an idea of the shape of the case-I'll return to that.

Ditto

The case is 41mm-slightly large. But that measures the base . The case at top is merely 39mm. So, an indented tower. This works to make the watch look smaller than advertised-more a perfect size; and yet the wider base allows for the watch to wrest comfortably on the wrist, and decreases any "tuna can" effect. I cannot forget to mention that there is hardly a bezel to speak of-37mm of dial over a 39mm top; the dial size is enhanced by the smallish bezel. A lot of architecture going on here.

And as for the height: it really is not too tall. On the high side of some Langes which I am guessing Grossmann wants to compete with. All in all, a very fine watch and very happy addition to my band of (German) brothers.

Hope you enjoy! Mike

Key Points from the Discussion

The Moritz Grossmann watch is described as a compelling and tempting option for those seeking a well-made timepiece outside of mainstream brands.
The watch exhibits good accuracy, gaining approximately one minute over ten days, which translates to about six seconds per day.
The watch's case measures 41mm at the base but tapers to 39mm at the top, creating an 'indented tower' effect that makes it appear smaller than its advertised size and enhances wrist comfort.
The dial size is maximized at 37mm due to a minimal bezel, contributing to the watch's elegant and visually expansive appearance.
The use of white gemstones instead of traditional red ones in the movement is a distinctive and appreciated feature.
The watch's design is seen as a blend between an IWC Portuguese and a Lange Saxonia, offering a unique aesthetic.

The Discussion

Bill

May 30, 2016

I was thinking i was looking at a Patek.

Damn that is a classy looking watch. Time to do some research. Such a fine looking watch. Enjoy. Bill

TheMadDruid

May 31, 2016

Thank you, Bill.

It is very classy. It can hold its own with most of the fine watches out there.

amanico

May 30, 2016

Thanks for the pictures, my friend. A quite alluring watch. [nt]

TheMadDruid

May 31, 2016

Thank, you, mon ami. [nt]

Horology75

May 30, 2016

Beautiful timepiece !

I myself is looking at acquiring the steel atum . How do you find the accuracy of the watch and further your overall feel of the watch? Best,

TheMadDruid

May 31, 2016

It is very comfortable to wear.

I don't know I'm wearing it unless I look at it. Accuracy is good so far. It picked up a minute over the course of 10 days-so 6 seconds/day. The steel movement is slightly different from the gold-it may even have been improved in some ways.

Moritz Grossmann Watch: Design and Wearability

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