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In this insightful article, rockdrock initiates a compelling discussion on the Petermann Bédat Series II, a creation from the promising young independent watchmakers Gaël Petermann and Florian Bédat. His original post invites the WatchProSite community to share their perspectives on this new titanium timepiece, highlighting its striking blue dial, mesmerizing finishing, and the intriguing deadbeat seconds complication. This piece delves into the aesthetic and technical merits of a brand quickly gaining recognition in the haute horlogerie landscape.
Hello out there, curious to see the opinion on this young indie brand with these two young watchmakers. This new Series II looks amazing in titanium with that lovely, very bright blue dial. The dead seconds complication seems amazing and the finishing mesmerizing. Anyone out here own the first 20 series that can comment on these pieces?
I really admire these young watchmakers and their quest.
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Key Points from the Discussion
- The dial's intricate details, such as the floating indices on the sapphire and the polished hands, contribute to its visual appeal, with the long seconds hand featuring diagonal grooves adding an elegant touch. The deliberate 'unbalanced' jewel cutouts create a tension that encourages repeated examination of the watch's details.
- While appreciating the modern aesthetic, some collectors find the Series II's front design to be busy and lacking the clean, sleek, and timeless qualities expected of a truly enduring modern watch.
- Conversely, other enthusiasts find the dial's design to be a successful blend of intriguing elements and clear legibility, though some prefer the aesthetics of the brand's earlier versions.
- An important point of critique for the brand's initial series was the outsourced striping, which raised questions about its quality, despite overall appreciation for the design.
- Some collectors express a neutral stance on the front design, acknowledging the high-quality finishing but admitting that the overall aesthetic leaves them feeling somewhat uninspired.
- A collector enthusiastically shared their personal acquisition, confirming an order for Series II number seven, indicating strong personal approval for the watch's overall design, including the front.
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