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Antoine Martin Astronomique
Hello Friends -
It's not everyday I get to try on what can only be described as a masterpiece. The Astronomique from Antoine Martin is exactly that - A Masterpiece. What with its actual retrograde moon phase, flying tourbillon, equation of time and zodiac/season display, this piece is so chock full of complications it takes a bit of time getting everything set just right...
Antoine Martin Astronomique Wrist Shot
And for good measure, here's a much better photograph of this amazing work of art:
I am very much looking forward to see what these folks do next. Between this piece and the Slow Runner, AM is definitely in the innovation business!
- Scott
This message has been edited by elliot55 on 2014-12-05 16:30:05
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Antoine Martin Astronomique
Hello Friends - It's not everyday I get to try on what can only be described as a masterpiece. The Astronomique from Antoine Martin is exactly that - A Masterpiece. What with its actual retrograde moon phase, flying tourbillon, equation of time and zodiac...
I Agree, Doctor... and as a matter to consider...
... this piece will probably reign as one of the most complicated pieces made by an independent for a long time to come. Cheers! - Sctt
Hey Mark, You Are So Right, And...
... To be able to see it up close takes one's breath away. Cheers! - Scott