Anyone care about the crowns?
Dear all, Wondering wht r the best looking crown design there is in ur opinion? maybe its just me but i often find crowns boring as most r iterations of the onion shape design. While classic, sometimes just not "special" enough to par with the case body. ...
Very interesting
I always like the smooth crown, but for practical purposes would need friction. How about some of the crowns by genta? The Gefica Sport Arena Jon ...
Thx Jon, for reminding us of Genta's original crowns
& on Gefrica its very unique & in tune with the main body! among others Alain Silberstein has original crowns, cartiers too, Even LV. To find a matching crown to replace the classic onion crown is no easy task cause its is classic by default especially fo...
Thanks Ed.
Overall, I think as fine watches nowadays are increasingly becoming a form of art, instead of purely functional tools, crowns should contribute to the overall aesthetics of the watch case. Sometimes subtly blending in, such as the one below (although the ...
Totally agree with ya!
& thanks for the additional pics, those r some handsome pieces i like this jellyfish !...
beautiful images
I'm curious, are they black pearls or stones that are held in the siver clawed jewelry? very intersting and very beautiful. Thank you.
i remember those r opals:)
think u might like this too black pearls has different hue like this...
hmmm...i don't remember
i kept the pic cause i liked the design too. can try barneys, Forzieri or Neiman Marcus as they r in my bookmarks...good luck finding the pair...check ur pm, i sent my cufflink links This message has been edited by lien on 2009-06-13 07:16:02
This is definitely a statement-making crown.
Fits the design philosophy of PSM's watches quite well.
Crowns
A special crown from Wyler Unique winding crown - rubber lined Unique crown protector - additional safety feature...
nice & very functional design
THx for posting! reminds me of the timeless opus 5 crown guard!...
simply brilliant!
Somehow i always feel they r artifacts from atlantis... Thx for the show~ This message has been edited by lien on 2009-06-13 02:27:17
My favorite
Always loved the crowns from Halter. Impeccable design and suits the timeless look
Yes
I enjoy a good crown. After all that is the human interface with the device yes? Corum Romvlvs Crown is robust, like the watch and nicely finished....
yes "interface" u r so right
yet i don't feel they get enough attention especially for old school design pieces! what a curvy waistline, didn't realize that on the romvlvs, sexy~ This message has been edited by lien on 2009-06-13 16:41:15 This message has been edited by lien on 2009-...
WOW Steve thx!
I really like that of GS & De bethune, very classic. thx for the macro shots!! Best, Ed~ some other interests ones...