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Oileán HB-1
inspired by yesterday's Instagram stream, I looked closer at this watch. Looks like pretty good finishing at a competitive price. Any thoughts on this one would be appreciated.
Made in Ireland, I see, and with a bridge...
Shaped like a harp. Cute.
Can you share more info?
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Can you share more info?
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John Mcgonigle
John Mcgonigle who previously worked with his brother started his own company Oilean. The base movement is a Valjoux 88 and retail price is around 24K eur exVAT
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Tristan
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Tristan
Thanks for these informations, Tristan. I wondered what was the movement.
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no, not cheap. But for a HH finished full calendar chrono not an unfair price IMHO
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Did not know of this model. Looks very interesting and I like the movement architecture 👍
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I love the finishing
The watch is thick, I believe over 14mm. I’m not the biggest fan of the dial, but McGonigle is a massive talent and I suspect he’s raising capital with this project in order to afford him time to work on something even more special. Just a prediction
Different dial options. The watch is somehow customizable. Which one do you like most? (1/2/3)
Wow. I’m Irish & live in Ireland...
..am very aware of McGonigle watches but stylistically they don’t float my boat - and their price is another road block.
This piece however is much more up my street. Must investigate further, would love to ‘Buy Irish’ someday! A.