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A rare encounter! :-)
I was walking around the Pavilion shopping complex in Kuala Lumpur (KL) this afternoon (one of the many benefits of being retired!) when I walked into one of the more illustrious watch shops and came across this beauty. Prior to returning to KL, I had been bugging the London AD for over a year now and they had been unable to source me this watch so I did not expect to come across it in my beloved home town.
The Signature One will be produced in 66 pieces I believe. This is one of the 11 in rose gold although I am more keen on one of the 33 stainless steel models. Please note that 'keen' here does not in a way indicate that this watch is within my budget (one of the many drawbacks of being retired!). It is in almost a wearable 41.4mm (small by Gruebel Forsey standards) and is less than 12mm thick (I said less than - I will guess 11.8mm
). Lots has been said about the unparalleled finishing of GF watches but one of the things I like to do when I 'test out' a watch is to wind the crown. I cannot recall a more satisfying crown winding experience than I had with the Signature One. The smoothness was totally mind boggling and to say that it was an orgasmic experience would be an understatement (yes, yes, I know I am a deprived old fart!. I thoroughly recommend anyone who is in close vicinity of a GF preferably a Signature One to indulge themselves in this ritual.
). Lots has been said about the unparalleled finishing of GF watches but one of the things I like to do when I 'test out' a watch is to wind the crown. I cannot recall a more satisfying crown winding experience than I had with the Signature One. The smoothness was totally mind boggling and to say that it was an orgasmic experience would be an understatement (yes, yes, I know I am a deprived old fart!. I thoroughly recommend anyone who is in close vicinity of a GF preferably a Signature One to indulge themselves in this ritual.Many will know I am a terribly fussy person when it comes to size but today, I made that one exception with the SIgnature One. A bit on the thick side perhaps but I thought to myself, how am I going to cope with my RW Smith Series 2 which is 13.5mm thick when it finally arrives in 2020??!! Speaking of the Series 2, given a choice, would you go for a Series 2 or a Signature One?! OMG, this almost sounds like a Star Wars Episode 8!
The visual impact of the large balance wheel moving must be seen to be appreciated
13.5mm has seldom looked so slim!
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A rare encounter! :-)
I was walking around the Pavilion shopping complex in Kuala Lumpur (KL) this afternoon (one of the many benefits of being retired!) when I walked into one of the more illustrious watch shops and came across this beauty. Prior to returning to KL, I had bee...
Sham I totally agree, this is a stunner by GF
And I'm happy 24/24 7/7 to own one The winding is indeed orgasmic and it wears so comfortably. A keeper ! ...
Very nice!
Is yours in steel, white gold or platinum? Do you find it heavy and is it keeping good time?! You have a great tastes!!
Yours is the one I want!!! :-)
Steel, apart from being better value, also looks better than the rose gold in my opinion. Coupled with its lighter weight, all I now need is a treasure chest!!
Unfortunately or fortunately, twelve months later
I had the privilege to try on brand new stainless steel Signature One (sorry for the poor photos especially compared to Maltie's) - this could be the last stainless steel piece available. ...
Ah the devil himself! :-)
I would need to sell almost all my watches my friend and I actually love those watches very much. Hey guess what, my son just qualified as a Barrister at Law so perhaps one day he can spoil me with a Signature One!
At this price level,
I believe there should not be any compromises - it is the stainless steel or nothing at all. I would hate to think that I had to 'settle' for the rose gold model Thanks though for your feedback!
Personally...
I will go with the Series 2. SS Signature One just doesn't seem to grow on me. The RG version is actually very nice but with that size, it's too hefty for a gold watch. Series 2 wears high but still feel very elegant. The complexity of the dial makes it f...
Thanks a lot CL!
Your observations are most useful and I await the Series 2 with much anticipation
Steve Hallock made a video comparison of these a while ago if you haven't seen it
Link Here I've never seen either in person, but I would pick the Series 2 hands down. A more interesting and artistic watch IMO, a true end-game piece! An open-dial series 2 could be a good compromise between the aesthetics of the signature 1 and the guil...
Yes I did thank you
but I think he took the middle ground. Yes I too am partial to the RW Smith simply because I am more of a traditional guy who likes most things classic. The Signature One may not be as futuristic as the offerings from Urwerk or MB&F but it can never b...
The crystal doesn't look too good on that SS Signature watch
Was there plastic on it or remnants of the previous admirer’s lunch? Sorry to be a whiner but I want a clear view of the innards! Cazalea
You are correct Mike!
In South East Asia, ADs tend to wrap the entire watch in plastic probably due to the demands of their potential clients. I did not want to ask for the plastic to be removed unless I was seriously considering the purchase which I am not in a position to un...