PuristS Meetup in NYC: Montblanc, JLC, ALS

TheMadDruid · 2017-04-01T15:11:28Z

Three PuristS meet in NYC, showcasing a Montblanc 1858 Chrono and JLC Duomètre, celebrating community and horological passion.

TheMadDruid recounts a memorable first meeting with fellow PuristS Willis (Willski) and Joe (Joepny) in New York City, transforming online friendships into real-world connections. This post captures the essence of community, highlighting the joy of shared horological passion over good food and conversation. It showcases the impressive timepieces brought to the gathering, including a Montblanc 1858 Chrono and a Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre.

and this happens.

This was the first any of us met. Forum friends now in reality. The food was good but the conversations were wonderful.

Willis and Joe (Willski and Joepny)

Willis's 1858 Chrono-a beauty as everyone here knows.

Joe's Duometre.

This was the first time I'd seen a Duometre in the metal. Gorgeous dial and movement.

Will and Joe-this was a blast. I hope we can do it again soon.

Cheers!

Key Points from the Discussion

Joepny describes the privilege of handling the watches, noting the impressive A. Lange & Söhne Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante, the beloved Montblanc 1858 Chrono, and the subtle yet serious Richard Lange Perpetual Calendar Terraluna with its fascinating fusee-chain.
Willski expresses immense pleasure in meeting Mike and Joe, emphasizing how the event exemplified the PuristS community's ability to foster real friendships from virtual connections.
A contributor suggests a similar trip to New York, referencing a previous Hong Kong gathering, to further strengthen community bonds.
A user notes the significance of putting names to avatars and observes the author's active participation in community gatherings this year.
Another contributor praises the gathering, highlighting the impressive collections and the gentlemen involved.
The author mentions plans for a larger PuristS get-together in the near future, indicating that more local members are interested.

The Discussion

Horologically_minded

Apr 1, 2017

From the table shot you'd think more were there!

But then again, with Purists... J

Ronald Held

Apr 1, 2017

Wish i were there. (nt)

TheMadDruid

Apr 2, 2017

Wish you were too!

We'll stay in touch.

Rogi

Apr 1, 2017

Awesome get together :) but.....are any of you in the master of your own domain contest? With these collection..,probably not :D

How did it feel talking it up and enjoying the food?

TheMadDruid

Apr 2, 2017

I was kicked out.

Thanks for looking Rogi. It was pretty awesome for a lunch.

Joepny

Apr 1, 2017

this was my first GTG and it was great to get to know Padj and Willski

It was a very enjoyable 3 hrs of food & talk with these two guys! As for the watches, a privilege to handle all the pieces. The ALS PC Rattrapante is so impressive in real life. And seeing the MB 1858 Chrono in the metal for the first time confirms its beloved status with Purists. Oh yeah, the Richard Lange PLM is like the cool customer in the corner of the bar minding his own business and confidently packing some really serious heat -- the fusee-chain in action is marvelous.

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