Horological Meandering

Pls select the thread you wish to read... not view all (except you have a huge pipe broadband) ...thks. 4 Sept 2007, Singapore time : 19:00 Men at work ... rushing...another 15 hours to go.... Registration Booth Registration Counter After registration, wa...  

...  

...  

The action begins... Up the escalator to the Tempus Greeted by the Signages of the Brands exhibiting Reception Counter Filling in the registration form Exchange the pass... The Pass..... to entry, talks and light refreshment. The Signage Along the way.......  

...  

Showcasing the new IKEPOD by Marc Newson...watches for the daring individuals who have preference for avant-garde pieces. The design focused on simplicity, clean line, and 3D look. It does not have lugs, the IKEPOD case and band (strap) join together in a...  

Jimmy, the fun Salesperson from THG-Millenia The showcases Jimmy & Genii Koh -JD's Brand Manager - Singapore & Malaysia Genii & Dolly...  

...  

So much to see sooooo little time. Thank you Kong. Bill

No message body

I am lost with all the new model numbers. Thanks again. Bill

Make a guess who are these 2 persons? The clocks on display are from our local collector & restorer, Mr Mun Chor Weng. Only 42 pieces were selected from his large collection of 300 due to space constraint. Mr. Mun, a retired school-teacher and also the Ch...  

What can I say a marvel by every stretch. My uncle has had one since the 60's. The thing works a a simple change of temperature. Something like 1 or 2 degrees change during the day is enough to wind it up for 24 hours. Now that's cutting edge stuff. made ... 

Hey Bill....a JLC Anniversary Clock......  

No message body

...  

It could be the first time, GO has done this GO German Watchmaking class. The duration of the course is 1.5 hours. The objective is to let clients & prospects have hands-on experience and feel the difficulty of just 3 processes out of many, so that th...  

. . . it's much appreciated . . . cordially, Art

...  

...  

. . . Speedmasters . . . your photos are creating temptation that must be suppressed. I'll be turning 50 in a month, and the thought of indulging myself with this most appropriate present had been banished until just now. Compulsively, Art

think about tubes.... Kong

Strangely, heard some men are asking for a Man's version for the Reine de Naples collection!...  

Hi Kong, You must be in tick tock heaven, and thanks for the photos of the Breguet booth....Tell me did they not have any of their classic collection on display. Also did you hear any news on when their next shipment is coming to S.E. Asia? Kindest regard... 

...  

Any details on the maxi marine chrono that i havent seen before? The super freak realyis a stunning one aswell

The Bvlgari engraver....live demonstration... The Just hand-engraved piece...note those precise intricate patterns Note the case sweeping profile Demonstrating live how he did it ... Kong This message has been edited by MTF on 2007-09-10 12:42:24...  

Thanks so much for the pictures, Kong!

Hi Allen You are most welcome. As MTF mentioned, it's not easy to locate them.... just a few pics ... MB&F HM Kari Voutilainen John McGonigle A Tourbillon The uniqueness of the case : it has a slight oval shape. Back of the main-plate was engraved by thei...  

John McGonigle Max Busser & Friends MBF-1 Another mechanical improvement (4th version) by Volker Vyskocil that delays delivery Not to mention version 3 of the dial making process. Vianney Halter expounding on Quantum Horology again while Kari takes a rest...  

Some models for the Ladies......  

...  

...  

Many thanks for sharing. Looks like quite an exciting event and place to be. Matt

...  

...  

Alain Silbertein was a Parisian interior architect and designer. He began as a watch-architect and started his company at the end of the 80's. In his workshop on the banks of the Doubs river, Alain with his team of 6 watchmakers and 15 assistants, creates...  

So i guess there are 2 mice to catch this year. GG and AS. thanx for the pics, they refreshed my memory and brought tears to my eyes. i don't want the show to end

...  

Models showcased : One of the new models Limited edition 150 pcs - 'Sailor' The highlight of Tempus - Gefica. Aging gracefully with light oxidation. Titanium deployant buckle A wristshot on a Lady's hand Alternative dial...  

GG Booth tried for the hip, sexy look with hot red and faux fur interior Look at the Geficas Look at the Geficas Prototypes not for sale yet! This message has been edited by MTF on 2007-09-09 13:29:05...  

MTF, Thanks for nothing. Can we have a few more pics I am not sure I was able to actually fully appreciates the watches. Bill

...  

Above: Discontinued model from the Daniel Roth museum - Perpetual Calendar with Moonphase (shown below with diamond-set bezel) Above: The current Perpetual Calendar with Moonphase Above: Another discontinued model - automatic Perpetual Calendar with tourb...  

I reproduced your post on the DR forum. - SJX This message has been edited by SJX on 2007-09-10 10:27:32

This message has been edited by Kong on 2007-09-09 21:28:04...  

...  

...  

We are talking about Reuge, high-end mechanical music boxes manufacturer. The company was created in 1865, and has since been the market leader from conceptualisation to fabrication of the music boxes. Music boxes falls under similar category of the autom...  

Real feathers but mechanical movement and birdsong Amazing! Regards, MTF...  

Just wondering if anyone else saw Jacky Chan at Tempus? It was the on the last day at about half-past sixish. Saw his entourage of bodygaurds and him scurrying in and dissappearing into the mass within seconds.

yes, i saw jackie too. i was there. he walked into the mocha room and rushed out. confirmed it was him !