Independents

Hi All, I was just reviewing some old posts on the beautiful Observatoire. There are 2 types of balance cocks, being Traditional and Tourbillon styles. Aside from the aesthetics, what is the difference? Did Kari used to use the tourbillon styles in his ot... 

for his chronograph. This tourbilloncock allows better viewing of the balance. *CL

I've seen quite a variety of his Observatoire. The balance differences appear to be mostly aesthetic. There are always reasons for changing the cock style other than just for looks though. The material choice is important with regard to vibration, mainspr... 

Yes you can see it better! it is a great view. Kari mentioned that it does not make the watch any more delicate and that the choice to use the traditional style or te Tourbillon style is just personal taste. So far, no one has a better idea of why this is... 

Honestly I can't think of a sure thing answer here. My Kari has the "regular" balance cock Had dinner last night with a friend who brought his Kari with the tourbillon bridge. Loved it. If I had to choose all over again I have absolutely no idea how I wou...