A minor miracle!

Nov 19, 2024,15:02 PM
 

Usually I am not one who particpates in online releases because on the occasions that I have attempted to purchase a new release by say Kurono or Ming, the stress followed by the failure of not securing a watch has been most discouraging.  Attempts at securing every single M.A.D. One were equally unsuccessful so when the Gronefeld Brothers decided to offer 388 pieces of their new sub brand, Grone, in the shape of the Manueel One, I knew that it would take a minor miracle to secure one.


I actually love the salmon tremblage on the dial and the fact that the watch spots the same crown as the much more expensive Principia and Remontoire was an added plus. The 38.5mm case with a 10mm height makes this watch very wearable and the modified Sellita SW210 manual movement completes this somewhat bargain offering at 2,150 euros.

I opened an account with Grone, filling up all the relevant details and waited until 2.55pm GMT today with my laptop on and me flexing my fingers to ensure my fingers were in tip top shape. At 3pm exactly, I pressed the 'order' button and keyed in my credit card details with alarming speed (by my standards anyway!).  Still, I was gobsmacked and pleasantly surprised when  the 'Order Confirmed' message appeared. I had to double check my email to ensure that it was not a prank (years of failure has resulted in one being uncontrollaby negative!)

So now all I have to wait for is another month and the watch should be on my wrist!  Christmas this year I think is going to be more special than usual! smile




Watch by AHCI and independent haute horlogerie, Principia

How not to love the tremblage even if it was not hand made


Watch by AHCI and independent haute horlogerie, Principia

The outline of the city of Oldenzaal, the brother’s hometown and the Dutch proverb that translates to 'there's no place like home'


Watch by AHCI and independent haute horlogerie, Principia

The movement has a hacking function for the seconds to enable the time to set accurately


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Thank you!!

 
By: sham1 : November 19th, 2024-15:12
My wife could not believe it that I finally secured a watch via the internet that probably sold out in a couple of minutes. Lady Luck must have been smiling at me. Thank you maam!

It’s a nice feeling 😁

 
By: KMII : November 19th, 2024-15:17
When you know that you got it - hope it will get delivered before Xmas 👍🏻🤞🏻

That would be great

 
By: sham1 : November 19th, 2024-15:36
but honestly, I am so thrilled, I will be happy if it arrives before Christmas 2025!

I know this might be an odd thing to say

 
By: sham1 : November 19th, 2024-15:14
but I really wanted this one very much so it is somewhat a blessing. Thank you for your good wishes.

Got my order confirmation too!

 
By: The Berlin Flatline : November 19th, 2024-15:18
I was also all set at 14:50 CET, with my account all good to go. I love their watches, I'm on a waitlist for a Grönegraaf (Q4 2026) and I have a One Hertz. I was also happy to see the crown and case from the Remontoire series. Titanium One Hertz ...  

Congrats in advance with your new Grone 🤗

 
By: Watchonthewrists : November 20th, 2024-07:38
Great to see another One Hertz here. Such a gorgeous watch and to read that you have a Gronograaf on order 😱. Oefff lucky you. Such a gorgeous watch too.

Thank you sir for saying so!

 
By: sham1 : November 19th, 2024-16:07
I am curious if this watch has been made in fewer numbers than the Principia!

It is a lovely looking watch

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-01:05
but in five months time, an eminent collector on this forum will be its new owner

Congrats

 
By: Jocke - Bad Santa : November 19th, 2024-18:07
I see it is sold out, did you know how long time it took for it to sell out?

Well done!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-01:12
As a matter of curiosity, how long after the order window opened was it when you placed your order Jocke? I know a couple of friends who did not succeed a couple of minutes after the window opened. I am now wondering if the watches were allocated accordin... 

Ah ok!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-02:57
You were one of the super quick ones! I thought you had secured one a few hours after the order window opened which would have seemed strange. Well done on your new acquistion!

I too am curious

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-08:22
and I am glad to see quite a number of successful applications here.

The Sold Out notice was put up hours after it was sold out

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-01:08
I know this because two other of my friends who were allegedly quick off the mark were not successful in ordering one within two minutes of the order window opening.

I think perhaps it being the first time for the brand

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-14:40
the 'sold out' notice did not appear immediately and also no controls were in place for multiple orders using the same address. Still, I am just pleased I got one!

What a starter watch that would be!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-05:43
Congratulations to your daughter and you! It will be interesting to see how this brand evolves. Apart from Kari Voutilainen and De Bethune, the Gronefelds are my favourite independent brand. They all have one other thing in common - they are all really ni... 

Did you get one too?!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-08:10
I am assuming you did as you are the biggest supporter of the Gronefeld Brothers!

Congratulations to you Brian!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-14:27
It looks like quite a few of the forum members were successful or should I say have good taste!

You are welcome!

 
By: sham1 : November 20th, 2024-16:40
Looking forward to trying it on. Watch purchases on the internet I must confess are not my favourite way of buying a watch but hopefully this will be ok size wise.

Started shipping

 
By: Brian : December 17th, 2024-20:18
Saw on their Instagram that they have started shipping! Nothing for me as yet

Thanks for the update

 
By: sham1 : December 18th, 2024-00:54
I would have thought that they would email us with a tracking number when the shipment is made.
By: Brian : December 18th, 2024-12:18
I believe there is an email and also update in your account with Grone

Hi Brian

 
By: sham1 : December 30th, 2024-14:28
I have finally received an email stating that my watch will be shipped. Yayy!!

Very excited to unbox this

 
By: Brian : February 2nd, 2025-20:14
Very pleased with this whole experience. The watch is beautiful and a perfect size. I love the blued hands. This one will be with me for a long time ...