Rainer B.
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Grönefeld Remontoire
Last June, I received my Grönefeld Remontoire from Bart and Tim.
Helicopter view 
of the movement. I have a loupe in my office to marvel at the movement during microbreaks.
The Remontoire mechanism. A clever mechanism (/buffer) to maintain torque on the escape wheel virtual constant. Plus, it is a delight to see the mechanism shift every eight seconds.
Spring stud held by swan neck.
Mirror polished surfaces on the ratchet wheel/screw.
Click and spring. A proper click and a proper spring.
The dial. Modern, yet classic. And very lively. Different shades of silver and, when subjected to direct sunlight, sparkles. Really well executed, imo.
The case and lugs, with (many) alternating convex and concave surfaces. As with the dial, the design is modern and indeed bold, yet balanced and classic.
This watch is a joy to wear and, in view of its size and esthetics, it is suitable imo to wear every day and on almost every occasion (although I would not take it for a swim). I have added it to my most frequent wearers. The stunning Nautilus for warm days and swimming, the lovely chronograph and the modern Remontoire for cooler days.
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Grönefeld Remontoire
Last June, I received my Grönefeld Remontoire from Bart and Tim. Helicopter view of the movement. I have a loupe in my office to marvel at the movement during microbreaks. The Remontoire mechanism. A clever mechanism (/buffer) to maintain torque on the es...
Outstanding post....
pictures and movement! Brothers G rule and they are very nice and kind persons to be around. Sincerest congrats on this acquisition. Only problem is that I would take biiig breaks with loupe Cordially D
Wow congratulations!
I was actually reading about this watch in detail yesterday night and admiring movement pics... A very cool watch indeed and the Gronefeld brothers\' finishing is quite unique
Wow big congrats !
a worthy addition to your collection! Great pics and post. I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks for sharing Cheers Robin
Fantastic watch... congrats
I consider this to be the watch of 2016 and if it does not do well in the GPHG I will eat my..... One Hertz! Many many congrats, Andrew
The finishing on that movement :-0
What a superb craftsmanship! Enjoy and marvel over it in good health.
Top of this list for the best of 2016, just stunning.
The brothers created a piece of art. Enjoy and wear in the best of health. JerryW
A wonderful watch...
...that I had the pleasure to discover in metal at Baselworld with Tim & Bart. It is a real beauty, conception of the movement is so clever and finishing is top notch. A good friend of mine has ordered the same version as yours (WG, silver dial), it is an...
I salute your photography skills!
And I love the watch. Dare I say "perfect!"? A+++ M4
Thank you and congrats!
Thank you for these amazing images of what is by far my favorite watch. Wear it often! Cheers, Brandon
The movement ...
Takes my breath away . Seriously, this one is a piece of art. And if course great photos as well . Big congratulations to this wonderful piece. I always find it refreshing to see that great watchmaking is happening not only independent from from the big c...
Congratulations on this beautiful remontoire!
Was really eager to see the remontoire in metal last time I visited a Gronefeld AD, but it wasn't available. These photos really whetted my appetite once again. The 3 pieces you put together make such a confident and sophisticated collection. Big congrats...
Hello!
You have a wonderful looking watch. I am thinking of ordering one and now that you have had it for 8 months, could you please let me know if it has been keeping good time and has proven reliable? Thank you and well done on the world class photos!!
Immaculately
Thanks for the compliments. The last eight months I wore PP5127g with the stunning black dial 40% of the time and the Remontoire 60% of the time (Nautilus and 5170 haven't had much attention, a few days at best). The size (39 mm) and weight of the Remonto...
Thank you very Rainer!
for the informative and elaborate report on the ownership experience of your Remontoire. I am contemplating ordering a stainless steel model which is even lighter! I have tried on the watch twice at the SIHH and at Basel three weeks ago so your feedback i...
Congrats on this stunning piece of wristart .
I have this watch ( or every other from bart en tim ) high on my wrist list . Great article and wear it in good health . #dutchpride
