Horological Meandering

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My little collection

A couple of years ago I read the most exciting post I had ever seen on a watch forum. It was written by Felipe Jordao and the subject was the arrival of his new R.W. Smith Series 2. I had never seen anything like this piece before and it blew my mind wide open to the possibilities of the Independent Watch Makers world. I read and researched what I could and decided to take the leap of faith and finally made contact with Daniel Roth and ordered a JDN Two Minute Tourbillon. This was closely followed by reaching out to Kari Voutilainen and ordering an Observatoire. Later I made contact with John and Stephen McGonigle and then Stepan Sarpaneva.

All of these men were a complete thrill to deal with, having a watch made especially for you is just so special and these artists were all phenomenal to deal with. I have had the ultimate thrill of spending a day with Daniel Roth and visiting his home and workshop as well as touring Switzerland with Daniel as my personal tour guide. I have had numerous extensive phone calls to John and Stephen McGonigle and letters and e-mails with Kari and Stepan. I hope to have the opportunity to meet all these men in person because getting to meet the artist behind the art just completes the experience in such a wonderful way it is impossible to describe.

Here is my little tribute to these artists and with thanks to Felipe who's encouragement and guidance has been inspiring.

The Group...





The JDN Two Minute Tourbillon...





Kari Voutilainen Observatoire...



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The McGonigle Brothers Tuscar...





Stepan Sarpaneva Korona K3 Harvest Moon...





Thanks for looking and for anyone who is considering working with an independent watchmaker I would recommend it 100%. It is a fantastic experience...just make sure you have a little patience because it isn`t like waiting for your AD to ship you an instock piece...but it is a very rewarding and fulfilling experience and you end up with something you are unlikely to see next to you on a flight.

Cheers,
Rob

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