Basel 2015- Sarpaneva

Last friday I had the pleasure to meet Stepan Sarpaneva and try on some of his watches. I am finally ready to acquire a Sarpaneva, but still have to figure out which one. The only thing that's really clear is that it needs the famous moon phase. But I guess that's a given.

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- In the upper left corner an intimidated Nautilus (Stepan was really into that watch btw)

- left the enamel dial

- in the middle the Northerns Lights 'Green Goblin' (yes I'm starting a nick name ;-) )

- and on the right side the blue Northern Lights

The Green Goblin lights up like crazy in the dark (see his Facebook site), the blue is a bit less out there. The purple Northern Lights (black DLC case) is a different thing all together. I have no pictures of them in the dark btw due to it being day(light).

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The Moonshine remains a very attractive watch (concept?) as well.

Now back to my quest. Despite being 46 mm (rather have a smaller diameter) I very much lean towards the enamel dial or the blue Northern Lights version. To me it's important (after some watch flipping) that a watch will remain it's appeal over a longer period of time. Comfort is also right up the scale of importance.

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The enamel dial

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The Green Goblin (indeed the Tourbillon prototype in the back ground and I did film that but how to upload? it here)

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Blue Northern Lights

So in the end I still do not know which watch to choose. Also had the rose gold enamel dial 42 mm Northern Stars on the wrist. Lovely! Way more dressy than you would expect from a Sarpaneva. Apart from being above my budget (there is more on the wish-list) it is a bit to dressy for me. I'm getting myself a Sarpaneva; it has to be a little bit out here right?! So am I a coward when I lean towards the enamel dial? Should I just go for a black badger dialed version?

Cheers

Arie

This message has been edited by Arie on 2015-03-23 15:57:36

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Once you own one you will like it even more.

By: JerryW : March 23rd, 2015-21:05

I followed Stepan's creations for a few years before I acquired one, my only regrets is that I did not purchase one sooner. Stephan is great to work with, I have really enjoyed my Sarpaneva, especially when it is a full moon. Best, JerryW

The Blue Northern Light is top! But you can't go wrong with any of them. Maybe..

By: amanico : March 23rd, 2015-23:29

The Green is more daring, because it is not as easy to wear as the Blue or another. In the long term, I mean. Let us know what is your decision, please. Best, Nicolas

Can't give you a piece of advice but this is a very nice moment to live :)

By: Mark in Paris : March 24th, 2015-02:51

I can imagine how excited you are and it seems you need a little more time. Thanks for sharing your experience. Cheers, Mark

Sight unseen

By: amerix : March 24th, 2015-07:45

but I have already chosen the Blue. The decision was not easy, but I could prefer it for taking long walks in the dark along a Northgerman canal. The black-violet combination is most appealing for a night club atmosphere with neon lights in the City and i...

I totally agree

By: Arie - Mr Orange : March 24th, 2015-10:31

have the same feelings

I love these new offerings from Stepan....

By: Darren : March 24th, 2015-07:13

I would go Blue myself, but they are all very cool. Let us know what you decide (with scans of course). Darren

Looks great on your wrist!!

By: andrewluff : March 24th, 2015-08:37

I LOVE the new northern lights version... the black badger lume is just amazing!!! I am not sure which is my favourite the blue or the green, both equally stunning and at night that something different. Cheers Andrew ...

Yes indeed!

By: amerix : March 24th, 2015-08:43

I would target this one as the Green ??

It indeed is something different

By: Arie - Mr Orange : March 24th, 2015-10:34

Especially at night! Is the enamel to conservative? Or is it even more 'insane'? Putting such a classic part in a dial (and watch) like that?

The enamel is gorgeous - no question -

By: amerix : March 25th, 2015-00:14

but with what can it be worn? A bathrobe! I imagine emerging from the bedroom of my hotel suite all set for coffee, a brioche, and the first of a string of interviews about my latest film project. The problem is that there is no hotel suite, film project ...

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