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A week ago,together with some wis\' friends,we were able to meet the Gronefeld brothers,Tim and Bart. We had the opportunity to have a close look at their horological works of art. Which got me into a dilemma...I\'m on the fence in acquiring a Gronefeld R... 

Is the extra €12-13K a big hit to you financially? If not really, and assuming it’s your first watch with guilloché (presumes you don’t have at least a RO or VCO 2nd Gen) then it may be worth going for it.

the cost though is a concern if I opt for the more expensive option.

Will give it some more thought. And if I go with the KV dial,I guess I'd have to give something up to be able to acquire something greater.

Best wishes Alkiro

the work on the movement is one of the best I have seen. Hopefully I can reach a decision on what dial to pair it with if I decide to go through with the acquisition.

Best wishes Alkiro

but one of my current predicaments is similar to yours - a stainless steel Remontoire or a Voutilainen 2 Eight. The former is produced in 25 pieces while the latter in 10 pieces. The Remontoire to me represents excellent value for money for such a complex...  

We do share the same sentiments regarding the remontoire with the bespoke KV dial. It's like having the best of both worlds.

If you can do it then i would pull the trigger . I have a weak spot for Salmon dails but that KV dail is also a piece of art on its own imho 👌🏻😘 . Hope to see some nice pics in the near future 🙏🏻

about the Salmon dial. When I first saw it a few years ago,I was smitten by it. The KV bespoke dial though is irresistibly beguiling...

Whether it's the dial or the movement, I love it and I'd buy it again without a doubt. Can't help you with the dial choice, but here are some pictures of mine. ...  

such beautiful pics of your Remontoire. You certainly have piqued my interest even further.

The red enamel, the salmon, the full blue non enamel, the rhodium, the black and orange. All great choices. The only one I didn't like that much was the blue/grey enamel.

Either dial One of the best movements ever made. Cheers, Brandon

best movements I have seen. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this.

Go with Kari Dial.

I might just follow your suggestion.

At day 1, there was no Kari. You can always buy another Kari and have two beautiful dial watches

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this dial is also one of the options I am thinking of. Kari's work is definitely mersmerizing...

This is one of the best bespoke kari remontoire

Is amazing. My personal favorite version!

& even better up close and personal.

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of your Remontoire! The warm color of the salmon dial is a sight to behold...

I prefer the simplicity of the original design. In the sun this dial is amazing. Since I own a KV I did not see the need to duplicate. Whatever your decision the watch is a killer. ...  

you picked this dial. And hence,my dilemma since a Kari dial will make a good addition. Thanks!

The original dials are so pure and clean imo and the KV dials add another dimension to the dial. All are just stunning, just depends which speaks to you more. If I had to choose one today I would go with the WG case with the original black dial with orang... 

That black dial also looks interested too. It's time to make decision soon...

who chimed in. Most likely I'll be able to give an update in about 6 months.

Thanks to everyone...your insights were very helpful. ...  

Lovely lovely dial. I think the kv dial is fantastic

Agree with you on that.

The KV dial is stunning and don’t forget the beautiful movement.

I would choose. Incredible watch!

It definitely is and more...