It seems as though I could look at watch movements all day long!! Feel free to show off some of those awesome case backs in your collections!! -D- JLC MC PO 8500 AT 8900 ...
That being said, all modern omegas mechanical movements have that lovely machine-applied clamshell finish, along with blackened screws and perlage at the bottom of the movement. I have no personal experience with JLC, so I’ll let others chime in
Even if it is a modified sellita movement, the owner would appreciate visualizing the mechanics of how a mechanical movement works. It may even spark an interest in horology for their children or spouse or work colleagues. I’m all for display casebacks as...
Showing some ETA movements, what was the message? Look, we are decorating " our " movements. These are not quartz movements. But what did we see? Decorated, but not finished movements...
Thank you about your point of view. Nicolas has his opinion, and that is his. My opinion is like yours, because display casebacks can pull new watch lovers into the world of watches. After be for awhile into the passion, expensive and top of the bill peac...
Thats why i started this thread! and the varying opinions, knowledge and collections on this forum is why i joined... unbelievable some of the collections i see on here, especially yours Nico! -D-
I find those movements mesmerizing to look at. So much detail. Just the thought of how much work it is to produce and assemble 300-500 small parts that together drive a watch plus its complications. Add to it the decorative craftsmanship that goes in just...
Hi all my first is a watch that I never fail to look at the movement prior to putting on as it always amazes me the level of complexity and finish found at its price point is my Chopard LUC Sport 2000. My second is my Omega Apollo 8 Dark Side of the Moon ...
Elgin pocket watch with B W Raymond movement (not really an exhibition case back but easy to open . . . and what a thrill when you do). UN Marine Regatta. UN Marine Deck. Happy Easter. M4 ...
..but the macro experts on this forum make it hard to post a novice shot! In addition, these LF are always stunning to me, I wonder with his age the longevity of that company? ...
Not all mine personally, but I have got to handle a few lovely gems over the years at various shows and I have great friends that don’t mind sharing their beauties. A bit biased towards artisanal independent makers, but no surprises here 😉 Have a great we...