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...selectons are a fascinating insight into the kudos afforded to certain independents ahead of others by those 'in the know'. Some selections seem to me to be quite surprising, but that is a function of the delightful conjunction of variety and personal opinion. In this sense, however, it might have been useful to take up Dr Cheong's suggestion of establishing criteria, or benchmarks, so that the rationale of some selections might have been more obvious. For example, I am very impressed by the Volker Vyskocil vote: I would be thrilled if one or other of those who have cast that vote could explain for the benefit of those less 'in the know' (myself primarily!) the significance of the innovation or design which warrants that (clearly deserved) status.

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pplater.

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So what are peoples favorite top 3 independents in order. And

 
By: jasny : February 13th, 2007-09:57
what watch of that independent would you most like to own. Its been 7 days, just wanted to start a new thread, LOL.

GOOD IDEA, HOWEVER AS A STARTING POINT

 
By: Christakis : February 13th, 2007-12:07
On the basis that Daniels is unlikely to come out of retirement just for me........ 1. SMITH 2. SMITH 3. SMITH willing to be educated. when i place my first order for a dufour, the list might get more adventurous. Christakis

How about choosing a set of parameters first?

 
By: bernard cheong : February 13th, 2007-16:16
(1) Originality Classic versus creativity (2) Craftsmanship (3) Significance Historical versus recognition (4) Spirit Independance of statement versus market compromise Any further suggestions before beginning?

Oh, the heck with criteria -- let's just pick!

 
By: Gary G : February 13th, 2007-22:49
No disrespect meant, Dr. C -- just too tired to be serious at the moment! It's late at night, so I'll leave the deep thinking to others -- although Bernard's criteria certainly got me thinking. As the owner of two of PSM's pieces, I'm obviously a big fan ... 

Right, let's say it

 
By: Geo : February 13th, 2007-23:20
1) Urwerk / 201 2) Christiaan van der Klaauw / Astrolabium 3) Vianney Halter / Trio Geo

All of these...

 
By: pplater : February 15th, 2007-03:25
...selectons are a fascinating insight into the kudos afforded to certain independents ahead of others by those 'in the know'. Some selections seem to me to be quite surprising, but that is a function of the delightful conjunction of variety and personal ... 

My list and reasons... and I include Franck Muller!

 
By: SJX : February 17th, 2007-20:13
1. Dufour - for being the pioneering brave soul. I still remember not so long ago when this pipe smoking grand old man of independent watchmaking flew to Singapore with a grande sonnerie in his luggage, trying to sell it. It was incredibly courageous and ...