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MTR · 2024-04-28T10:32:37Z

Discover MTR's 'unreasonable' acquisition: the Linear Series 2. A unique timepiece with a visible tourbillon and limited production. Read the full story.

MTR

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MTR's initial post captures the thrill of an unexpected acquisition, a sentiment many collectors can relate to. After a positive service experience with his Rolex GMT II, MTR stumbled upon a timepiece that immediately captivated him, leading to an "unreasonable" but deeply satisfying purchase. His subsequent posts reveal the identity of this intriguing watch, offering insights into its design and technical sophistication.

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Last Thursday I was able to get my brand new but nevertheless defective Rolex GMT II back from my beloved AD (it had a problem just three months after I bought it, but that's another story in another forum)). The problem was solved perfectly and extremely fast. Top service!!! I think a competent AD like mine (Bucherer Vienna) can't do better. Especially their master watchmakers are great. I don't normally do this kind of marketing in this forum. But here I have to!

And then …. I was shown something that hit me like a bolt of lightning. It had been delivered half an hour before and the whole staff in the shop was admiring it.
I fell in love immediately and pretty quickly (after about 15 minutes) did something veeeery "unreasonable".

But it makes me happy. Very happy.

I have rarely seen anything like this that immediately convinced me so much (concept, unusual, very "special" look, philosophy behind, workmanship, technical sophistication). Probably an absolute "minority program", especially the design. In any case completely off the beaten track. I'll report more about that later.

All the best, my dear watch friends
Thomas

This message has been edited by cazalea on 2024-05-01 18:54:12

Key Points from the Discussion

The acquired watch is the Linear Series 2, presented at Watches & Wonders 2023 by a brand relaunched in 2022 by MELB Holding, also owners of H. Moser & Cie.
The Linear Series 2 measures 43mm × 50.80mm with a height of 11.90mm, featuring a complex dial with depth and layers, primarily in grey and black with signature blue accents.
Despite its unique and striking appearance, the watch is designed for everyday wearability, boasting a 72-hour power reserve and 10 ATM water resistance. Its varied black and dark grey facets prevent it from appearing monolithic on the wrist.
The watch features a rotor on the backside and a visible tourbillon at 6 o'clock on the front, a design choice the author personally appreciates despite common collector preferences.
Production is limited to 200 pieces per year, with the author's specific model being one of only 28 produced. The brand, originally founded in Neuchâtel, now produces its watches in Schaffhausen.
Another forum member also experienced 'love at first sight' with the blue version of the Linear Series at Bucherer Vienna, highlighting the watch's immediate appeal, though they ultimately did not purchase it.

The Discussion

amanico

Apr 28, 2024

You said too much to stop here! Come on! PF?

MTR

Apr 28, 2024

Ok… ☺️: PF is definitely not it!

I like and appreciate PF very much. This brand is high on my wish list and I will definitely buy one at some point. PF is perhaps a little more off the beaten track (if you look at the usual suspects), but still not far enough off the beaten track. 😁

amanico

Apr 28, 2024

Ok, but that doesn't say what it is... :)

ZSHSZ

Apr 28, 2024

Come on, how long we have to wait?

I’m chewing my nails from excitement )) Congratulations in advance, on both counts, the repair and the new addition!🥂

amanico

Apr 28, 2024

You still have nails to chew? :))))

ZSHSZ

Apr 28, 2024

I had, but nothing left now as I type!😂

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