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We can only hope that's the case.
Jun 07, 2019,00:57 AM
Naturally, the independents struggle to garner the attention they deserve, and this type of event is significant in terms of exposure and, I think, format: a completely open and friendly occasion to go hands on with serious watchmaking and horological innovation.
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The Watchmakers Club
By: gadalex : June 6th, 2019-16:51
Whilst the big news regarding UK based horological events was the postponement of Salon QP until 2020, 300 collectors, enthusiasts and a smattering of journalists, plus 18 independent brands, were present in the centre of London last night to celebrate al...
We can only hope that's the case.
By: gadalex : June 7th, 2019-00:57
Naturally, the independents struggle to garner the attention they deserve, and this type of event is significant in terms of exposure and, I think, format: a completely open and friendly occasion to go hands on with serious watchmaking and horological inn...
Thank you Baruch!
By: Spangles - Dr. Tabby : June 6th, 2019-19:21
Great report! Was Charles Frodsham there, by any chance?
Truly my pleasure.
By: gadalex : June 7th, 2019-01:03
I meant to post the list of exhibitors (it is on the watchmakers ckub website in case you'd like to get an idea of the breadth of work on view). Richard Stenning of Frodsham was in attendance as an observer. I overheard a conversation with Richard and ano...
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By: Spangles - Dr. Tabby : June 7th, 2019-03:36
Thanks for this great and comprehensive reporting
By: BjoernM21 : June 6th, 2019-22:58
I admire particularly the quality of the photos considering the usually difficult light situation at such exhibition venues. The remark about the Independents being shuffled into "corners" when part of a main stream watch show is so appropriate. Looking b...
You are most welcome Bjorn.
By: gadalex : June 7th, 2019-01:18
There's a trick with regards photography: last year's venue had such poor lighting that a request was made for lightboxes in the exhibition space and the organisers duly obliged. There were 2 at the event, but they were so busy that it's likely to increas...
Great report and thanks for sharing
By: Watchonthewrists : June 7th, 2019-03:23
To bad i didnt had the chance to be there this time , hope i will get a chance again in November 🙏🏻