Torsti Laine New Releases: Latest Watch Collection

Key Points from the Discussion

• The Vaucher 5401 micro-rotor movement used in the Laine V38 is also found in the Kikuchi Nakagawa Murakumo, though the Murakumo features a closed case back, making any potential movement improvements less visible.
• The Laine V38 utilizes the Vaucher 5401/32 movement, which is a slightly more upscale version compared to the 5401/H,M found in the Murakumo, featuring more sophisticated bridges and internal angles.
• While the Vaucher 5401/32 is a high-quality movement, some collectors feel it lacks the personalized touches of Laine's reworked Unitas movements, which are uniquely associated with the brand.
• Torsti Laine is contractually prohibited by Vaucher from modifying or decorating the base movement of the V38, though Laine does decorate the micro-rotor itself.
• Despite the inability to modify the Vaucher movement, the V38 is considered an excellent value, offering a beautiful dial, reliable movement, and a desirable thin profile, especially for those with smaller wrists.
• A collector is considering the V38 with a salmon dial and is seeking advice on whether blued hands would offer better legibility compared to other options.
• The finishing on the Vaucher 5401 movement is perceived as high-end, especially considering the price point of the V38, and is a significant upgrade compared to standard movements in its category.