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Bexei Watches, Independents, and Connecting

I rarely post, but I was just reading an online interview with a wonderful purist and kindred spirit whom a lot of us know here as Ant talking about his Bexei.  It got me to think about the relationships we make along the way in this mad hobby of ours and the trust and mutual respect many of us have here for each other, which is why this place continues to be a home to many of us - even the lurkers like myself.

The interview took me more than a decade back to when I first met Aaron Becsei at a gtg where Aaron was planning to deliver one of his watches to Ant in person - coincidentally it was also the first time I met Ant.  That day remains fresh in my mind not only because I met a number of members here in person for the first time but also because I had such a wonderful and passionate conversation with Aaron talking me through how he collaborated with Ant on this watch: it was truly a labor of love for both gentlemen.  Although Aaron’s designs may not be for everyone, the workmanship is certainly top-notch and is a reminder that there is always something for everyone if you patiently look hard enough for something off the beaten path.  

I am very excited for Ant on his upcoming project with Aaron - Ant, if you are reading this please post pictures when possible!  I guess its that kind excitement of being brought along for the journey and being happy for what a friend is getting, which is something that we see a lot here and can relate to.

Ultimately, its Ant’s parting words in that interview that really hit home about this lovely community of ours: “we have convivial get-togethers where we ogle each other’s watches and enjoy different viewpoints and life experiences. I always leave with a warm feeling of good fellowship and an evening well spent.”

With this pandemic more or less (hopefully!) behind us, here’s to many more of these convivial and in-person get-togethers where wonderful conversation, magnificent food, and lovely watches abound such as the below:

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