Vianney Halter Deep Space Resonance Complication
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Vianney Halter Deep Space Resonance Complication

By chintu · Jan 12, 2021 · 32 replies
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Chintu's original post brings to light the Vianney Halter Deep Space Resonance Tourbillon, a horological marvel that combines a triple-axis tourbillon with acoustic resonance principles. Chintu highlights the seven years of dedicated effort by Vianney Halter to bring this complex vision to fruition, emphasizing its unique mechanical architecture and limited production. This article delves into the community's discussion surrounding this extraordinary timepiece, particularly focusing on the long-term serviceability of such independent masterpieces.


A major event in independent horology, that has gone un-noticed in the forum, is the launch of Deep Space Resonance Tourbillon prototype by Vianney Halter just a few days ago.

Nothing short of a horological miracle, this watch has been realized by Vianney (in his own words) after 7 years of mind-boggling effort. He speaks of being able to transform his idea into tangible form post-2013, when he launched the Deep Space Tourbillon.

 Vianney, on his website describes the Deep Space Resonance thus - " My seven year mission -To travel through space and explain our Home planet's four dimensions to outer space aliens"!!!!

The DeepSpace Resonance combines a triple axis tourbillon and acoustic principle of resonance and  literally looks like a chapter from Jules Verne!

In his recent interview ( available on youtube) Vianney Halter explains the construction of the mechanism where the entire tourbillon cage in the center of the dial  makes a "revolution" on gears tracking around the inner circumference of the dial; while the tourbillon itself "rotates" on its axis literally tumbling over itself.  Two balance  wheels are "stacked" over each other connected by a bridge and this is different from the architecture of Resonance watches from Journe  ( Resonance) or Armin Strom ( Mirrored Force Resonance) or Dufour ( Duality), where the balances are placed side by side on the same plane.

To top the mechanics is the dial display that is based on the Vernier Calliper.

The watch will carry a price in the range of Euro 860,000 and will have a power reserve in excess of 65 hours.

Vianney will produce just 2 pieces per year and collectors that are fortunate to own one, will possess a masterpiece.

For more details, I would suggest that you visit vianney-halter.com where the watch has been described in greater detail by Vianney and also watch the youtube video of the watch in operation. Have not posted a link in accordance with the forum rules.

Cheers.




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patrick_y
Jan 12, 2021

This amazing piece was definitely noticed by me. And it is indeed a lovely piece.

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chintu
Jan 12, 2021

This problem will remain with regard to any independent watch, unless they have corporatized themselves. The same question will hold true of a Dufour or Kari, Roger Smith, Ferdinand Berthoud, David Candaux , Eva Leube ...and many. The important thing is about how these watchmakers use only traditional materials and workmanship to ensure longevity as well as serviceability. I would hope the designs and drawings will be made accessible after the life time of these master watchmakers to make sure t

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Brandon Skinner
Jan 12, 2021

Thanks for bringing this masterpiece to the forefront

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FabR
Jan 12, 2021

There's no problem if you would like to link to external sites or YT videos that are meaningful to the discussion (unless they are obviously commercial), like you did to VH's own introduction on his website. For the interested readers, the same watch was discussed just recently on this forum here: AHCI - VIANNI HALTER DEEP SPACE RESONANCE TIURBILLON () Thanks for your introduction and the further details, I will look forward to seeing this piece in the metal if I get a chance!

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chintu
Jan 12, 2021

and a more detailed explanation of this caliber and watch

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patrick_y
Jan 12, 2021

But something that is this unusual would be much harder to service. I'm just worried down the road!

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