Hands on review of the McGonigle Tuscar Banu in white gold
I couldn't go to Dublin without saying hello to Stephen McGonigle. And I was very lucky: he was in Ireland during my visit and not in his workshop in Switzerland. I met Stephen and his brother John for the first time in Paris at the Salon Belles Montres i...
Great review FX!
Then again, I'm a bit biased ;-) owning it's sibling, a RG Banu! Lovely photos too. Cheers, Tim
Yes, a "stars alligning" moment allowed for me to acquire it.
Having followed Stephen & John's journey since I met them in Dublin back in June '06, it has been a dream to have a watch of theirs in the collection... 14 yrs waiting was worth it though ;-) Cheers, Tim
Thank you for detail review Foversta
It is an amazing watch. somehow it is very masculin.
Thank you for the review.
The imposing size is something I wish wasn’t a factor. Was there any discussion of other projects, other watches?
Thank you for yet another great review!
One of the rare "simple" 3 handers with true character. Definitely a favorite.
You have found the reasons for Stephen's aesthetic:
the history and the lore of Ireland. Good point about the size-no way could it be small, or extra-thin. Great review, François.
And fitting that it is on a green strap ;)
Both versions look fantastic! All the best, Niall
Very nice review of an interesting watch
It is nice to talk about such niche brands that have a very small notoriety yet, they deserve to have some light on them. Merci FX
