Announcement: AHCI & F.P. Journe - Two members join our Moderator team.

Feb 25, 2019,11:54 AM
 

 It is with great excitement that I would like to welcome Mike H member since 2008 and ChristianDK member since 2005 to the Moderator team.  Mike will be responsible for the Independents AHCI forum and Christian will guide the relaunch of a favorite the F.P. Journe forum.  You may find this a very happy coincidence that we are actually doubling down on Independents as François-Paul Journe is himself a member Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI).  So Mike and Christian are building on Independent watch making something we all love and respect.


   

Christian is one of the old timers that has been here since the beginning by virtue of his four digit user id. Like the Original four digit serial Rolex he is classified as “Vintage”. Ok I am geeking out a little with tech talk.   It is always hard without embarrassing your friends to describe them so I will his words give you a little color and background. 


 “I started to read the the forum in 2004 and posted on the old platform in early 2005. So I feel I know the culture and the history of the site, as well as a lot of the participants. Hardly a day has passed by without reading the board. It is my free space and watches continue to be my burning passion. I have had the opportunity to meet some fantastic people here that I think of as friends. Just to let you know a little about my interest in F.P. Journe. It comes from when I started reading the old site and l was exploring all the different brands. l came across these watches that I found a bit strange in style but kept drawing me in. This turned in to a burning interest after I participated in a tour of the F.P. Journe manufacture in Genève in 2008. After that experience, I became a big fan. I bought my first piece in 2010, and have since added a small collection. I follow the brand closely, and have collected almost every book and catalogue and publication about the brand. I try to learn everything about it. Apart from the wonderful watches they make, it is simply also an interesting brand to follow because its history is in its making right now. It is steered by a single, strong vision by the founder. This is highly unusual today, in the world of luxury products.” 


Without further ado please welcome Mike to the team who will be our moderator for the AHCI and independent haute horlogerie.  The Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI) is an association with the mission to perpetuate the art of independent watch and clock-making. Here are some of the 30 strong members of AHCI which we love and enjoy covering the forum : Ludovic Ballouard, Svend Andersen, Philippe Dufour, Paul Gerber,  Beat Haldimann, Vianney Halter, Peter Speake-Marin and Kari Voutilainen just to name a few. There is such a rich tapestry watchmakers that there is never a dull moment.

   
Mike is a both an avid watch collector of Independents but also an amateur photographer with a passion for beauty. You can see his amazing pictures that leave us dreaming about what is infant of us. 


 “My passion for watches goes back many years. Because I started on my own long ago when I had neither the financial means nor the knowledge, I started with modest watches and only much later life enabled me to gradually shift to other brands and models. Passion then brought me to attend SIHH, Baselworld and Salon QP with some friends and this is where I discovered the small world of great Independents. I became fascinated by the beauty of these rare watches and the talent of their creators unknown to most people. Of course I was very impressed by these gifted artists but then discovered they are so accessible and always willing to share their knowledge. Many of them have become good friends and I am thrilled and honored to now become the Independents and AHCI forum moderator.” 


 We pride ourselves here in the forum to being first and foremost a forum of Collectors for Collectors.  We aim to be the best place to get true and honest opinions about everything wrist watches for the passionate collector and watch enthusiast.  I always say here we are all about sharing not showing off and  all our welcome into our home where we treat each other with respect.  Our team of moderators is 25 strong and all committed to being both great hosts and experts to help guide the conversation to greater heights.

Please offer our new Moderators a very big welcome.

Bill
 


More posts: DufourHaldimannLudovic BallouardPaul GerberSpeake-MarinSvend AndersenVianney HalterVoutilainen

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Many thanks Rogi [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-17:33

Huge Congrats my friend . 👏🏼🥂🤗

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : March 3rd, 2019-23:30
There is no one else who can do this job better then you imho . Looking forward to many great reports .

Thank you, Rogi! [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:06

Huge congrats dear Christian .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : March 3rd, 2019-23:32
I love the brand and almost purchased my first FPJ a few weeks back .this will def happen soon because i realy like the brand and there watches .

Huge Congrats Christian & Mike...

 
 By: mahesh : February 25th, 2019-11:57
I've met Christian & know him - complete gentleman ! I've known Mike through his extra-delicious pics of Laurent Ferrier Galet Square !! way to go guys ! Best, mahesh.,

thank you, Mahesh

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:38
Right back at you Your words mean a lot!

Thank you for your kind words Mahesh

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-17:37
I’ll be happy to continue posting pics of Laurent Ferrier and many other nice Indies

+1 [nt]

 
 By: mahesh : March 3rd, 2019-21:10

Thank you, Nick 😃 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:07

Welcome guys!

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : February 25th, 2019-12:05
Great to have you on board! Best Blomman

thank you, my friend :-) [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:51

Thank You, dear old friend.

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:40
It means so much, especially coming from you. Thank you for your trust!

;) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : March 4th, 2019-01:21

Very good news! [nt]

 
 By: dedestexhes : February 25th, 2019-12:27

Many thanks [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-17:44

Many thanks to you dear friend

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-17:51
And yes we’ll try our best to feed the forum with relevant inputs

Two amateures have been elevated to the top of the enthusiasts

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : February 25th, 2019-12:36
Amateures in the French meaning of aficionado. Very well deserved!

I see you remember well how we got to were we did.

 
 By: Bill : February 25th, 2019-15:39
Thanks for hanging in there with us through thick and thin.

Thank you, Count, for your kind words :-)

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:46
I am aware that there is a significant difference of the meaning of that word in french. So thank you for your compliment Affection and passion are powerful forces that must not be underestimated

Congratulations to Mike & Christian

 
 By: patrickh : February 25th, 2019-12:39
Will follow your posts & photos ;-))) To date, great to know you Mike, dear friiend. Christian one day.. Best, Patrickh

Welcome from Sweden!

 
 By: Tony.A. : February 25th, 2019-12:42
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Great!! [nt]

 
 By: Tony.A. : February 26th, 2019-07:30

Thank you Tony! [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:00

Congratulation gents ! [nt]

 
 By: Horology75 : February 25th, 2019-12:43

Thanks! [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:01

Thank you, sir 😊 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:19

Congratulations and thanks to both of you! [nt]

 
 By: Spangles - Dr. Tabby : February 25th, 2019-12:44

Thanks Mr Tabby! [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:02

Gracie Massi! [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:04

Warm welcome Mike and Christian to the Mod team

 
 By: crown comfort : February 25th, 2019-13:29
we have added two passionate and knowledge members, looking forward to have you on the team! CC

Many thanks 😀 [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:08

Thank you 🙏 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:24

Thank you so much 😊 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:26

Welcome ChristianDK and Mike H

 
 By: cazalea : February 25th, 2019-17:12
Thanks for stepping up to the challenge. From yet another Mike (this one with an R) Cazalea

than you so much Mike

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:52
I look forward to meeting you.

"From acorns, . . .

 
 By: Dr No : February 25th, 2019-18:19
. . . mighty oaks." Congratulations, Christian and Mike . . . the community will benefit from your vast experience. Art

Dear Art

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:54
always with beautiful and thoughtful words. Sincerely, thank you! You are an inspiration to us all!

Outstanding news! Welcome to these roles, Mike & Christian!

 
 By: MichaelC : February 25th, 2019-19:11
What a pleasure for us.

Michael, my buddy

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:56
and now my colleague. It is an honor to be your friend!

warm welcome to Mike and Christian

 
 By: Hororgasm : February 25th, 2019-20:20
best of luck in the AHCI forum management Horo

Thank You, Horo! [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-07:18

Congratulations guys - fantastic having you as moderators!

 
 By: KMII : February 25th, 2019-20:45
You have been such pillars of this community already so this is well deserved! Looking forward to seeing how you take the respective forums forward 👍🏻👌🏻

Thank you so much

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-07:19
Cant wait to meet you Best Christian

welcome gentlemen [nt]

 
 By: Rock1 : February 25th, 2019-21:05

Congratulations to you both..

 
 By: Topcat30093 : February 25th, 2019-23:37
I am so pleased to see the return of the FP Journe forum. This brand is one of my all time favourites.

I believe

 
 By: sham1 : February 26th, 2019-00:11
you will both be a huge asset to the forum with your wealth of knowledge. Congratulations Christian and Mike!!

Thank you my dear friend 🙏

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:27
And I am delighted to have you as a regular contributor of the Indies forum 😉

Welcome to the team guys

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : February 26th, 2019-01:03
Now let's rock'n'roll Cheers D

thank you, D!

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:58
I look forward to meeting you

That could be dangerous :)

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : February 26th, 2019-07:08
I really like Copenhagen

🤜🤛 [nt]

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : February 26th, 2019-07:24

Thanks Geo! [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:29

Dear Geo. Thank you 😊 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:32

I am very new here, but I extend my congrats to both....

 
 By: Izhik : February 26th, 2019-03:22
the photos of the two watches are great...the close up of the LF reveals a marvelous dial....

Many thanks dear Izhik

 
 By: Mike H : March 3rd, 2019-18:33
And we are very glad to have you on board as a newly arrived member in the « family »

Congratulations, looking forward to your posts and insights.

 
 By: geross : February 26th, 2019-03:59
Open to learning. 👍 Geross 😉

Welcome and good luck. [nt]

 
 By: zabreg1 Mr White : February 26th, 2019-04:29

Thank you so much 🙏 [nt]

 
 By: ChristianDK : March 3rd, 2019-23:35

Thanks in advance to Mike and Christian

 
 By: 11111 : February 26th, 2019-04:48
They are going to put a lot of selfless work for our education and enjoyment. Congratulations too, but mostly thank you.

Dear All - thank you so much for this amazing welcome!

 
 By: ChristianDK : February 26th, 2019-06:37
Your kind words mean a lot! I look forward to be spending time with you all and to share the wonderful and interesting F.P. Journe watch universe with you. I have a very big heart for this site. The hours I have enjoyed here, over the last 15 years, I wou... 

How did I miss the great news?!

 
 By: Arie - Mr Orange : February 28th, 2019-11:59
Congratulations to all of us! These two outstanding members are a fantastic edition to the MOD team!! Best of luck gentlemen! ...