Independents

skyeriding
901

• Show profile
• Show other posts

Dear Bjoern,

Your writing has always been a pleasure to read - this one however I find is especially exceptional. I think only a handful of people can truly claim to have a personal watchmaking session with an experienced master to this level of depth. The insights presented are not something you normally hear about, and are very new and a refreshing read to me!

I like the fact mentioned about anglage not being 45 degrees; as often you would be viewing the caseback straight on, thus it seems logical to want broader, less angled anglage to face the viewer. However I guess the challenge there is with such shallow angles it's more challenging to keep the edges uniform (especially with curved bridge edges where you can't easily use a flat file, and of course with curved anglage where you need to rotate the file/part).

I'm curious as to why chemical bluing of the screws was opted for instead of the flame blueing, as there's the unavoidable general perception that flame blued screws are more "pure" and preferred. Is it because they are easier to work with?

The whole experience seems very honest and transparent - working "under" Mr. Gerber directly without any additional distraction or sugarcoat from fancier displays of large luxury brands (which honestly, I feel is not a bad thing, but for a more general target audience). This course seems appealing for the enthusiast who wants a more real and connected experience with the actual watchmakers and what they do on a daily basis.

Again, much appreciated for your wonderful horological articles and contributions for us to read and enjoy - I will always look forward to the next one!

Regards,
skyeriding