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The Independants? The more I see them, the more I appreciate their work.
Montblanc? I spent a lot of time with the gentleman in charge of the development of the movements, Mr Damien Brossard, and iwe had endless and passionate discussions.
About your last pic, are you sure you perfectly set the white balance on your camera?
Therefore, don't forget that in Vegas, there are a lot of mirages!
All the best, and a kiss to your wife!
Nicolas. This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-06-04 19:14:05
Good memories, Daos, for sure!
About the Watchless Count, well, he didn't dare showing his shameful horological experience...
Best, Sister.
Vlad; This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-06-04 23:37:38
A kind of " Autoportrait ", at least...
More to come soon.
Best,
Nicodracul;
But wait a bit, I will post the answer at the very beginning of this week.
Best, Mind Reader.
Nicolas.
I'm getting confuse by the contrasting shots of vlad. This and the pool ... ... ?!
Best
Tyler
The blue dial white gold should look good on Vlad
best
tyler
I await your post on the indie watchmaker. Very eager to know what change your mind. Kari's dark magic?
Best
Tyler
This message has been edited by cazalea on 2011-06-05 12:51:08
Some IGOTT2 Random photos (will you join in?)
Awesome hairspring lady gives us lesson in Breguet overcoiling
Dark-skinned, diamond-studded PSM really floats my boat. Yes!
How often can you play with a variety of Horological Machines, one after the other? Thanks, SteveH!
See a random assortment of watches just taking up space on a table
Handle multiple pieces from the Master Mr. Gerber!
I like this whole moon
I could have bought another Gerber during IGOTT2, but my wife thought best I wait for my P10 to come in first ... was I the only buyer from NA?
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I watched Nathalie describing a Bugatti Mr DeWitt restored, but all my eyes could focus on was the Citroen Mehari (I have one) in the background. Was that a mechanical inspiration?
It was to me, 30 years ago when I got it. I'm not sure today, as I see it out on the driveway, waiting for lots of "investment" this summer
And how depressing to successfully assemble (and disassemble) the DeWitt but then see how little hair I have left. Groan. Nice watch though.
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For the MONTBLANC dinner, due to my onion aversion, we were seated at the "dietary issues & finicky eater table."
Thanks to all the vegetarians, I got almost all the beef, duck and ahi to myself.
In fact I was so busy eating I forgot to take photos of those dishes. But here is the sushi starter plate and spring rolls.
Mrs Cazalea was looking gorgeous as we got the chance to dress up for dinner. I can't believe she's put up with me for 37 years of marriage!
This message has been edited by cazalea on 2011-06-04 19:14:47 This message has been edited by DRMW on 2011-06-04 23:26:05
Dark-skinned, diamond-studded PSM really floats my boat. Yes!
How often can you play with a variety of Horological Machines, one after the other? Thanks, SteveH!
See a random assortment of watches just taking up space on a table
Handle multiple pieces from the Master Mr. Gerber!
I like this whole moon
I could have bought another Gerber during IGOTT2, but my wife thought best I wait for my P10 to come in first ... was I the only buyer from NA?
---------
I watched Nathalie describing a Bugatti Mr DeWitt restored, but all my eyes could focus on was the Citroen Mehari (I have one) in the background. Was that a mechanical inspiration?
It was to me, 30 years ago when I got it. I'm not sure today, as I see it out on the driveway, waiting for lots of "investment" this summer
And how depressing to successfully assemble (and disassemble) the DeWitt but then see how little hair I have left. Groan. Nice watch though.
============
For the MONTBLANC dinner, due to my onion aversion, we were seated at the "dietary issues & finicky eater table."
Thanks to all the vegetarians, I got almost all the beef, duck and ahi to myself.
In fact I was so busy eating I forgot to take photos of those dishes. But here is the sushi starter plate and spring rolls.
Mrs Cazalea was looking gorgeous as we got the chance to dress up for dinner. I can't believe she's put up with me for 37 years of marriage!
AND FINALLY
PS - I'm sure you never imagined this shot, but here's the famous Count Vlad
caught out in daylight with NO WATCHES???!!(*&*(&%! and no suntan
caught out in daylight with NO WATCHES???!!(*&*(&%! and no suntan
This message has been edited by cazalea on 2011-06-04 19:14:47 This message has been edited by DRMW on 2011-06-04 23:26:05
Seeing each of your pictures reminds me one good story behind, my friend.
The Independants? The more I see them, the more I appreciate their work.
Montblanc? I spent a lot of time with the gentleman in charge of the development of the movements, Mr Damien Brossard, and iwe had endless and passionate discussions.
About your last pic, are you sure you perfectly set the white balance on your camera?
Therefore, don't forget that in Vegas, there are a lot of mirages!
All the best, and a kiss to your wife!
Nicolas. This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-06-04 19:14:05
I have reserved the photo showing your "love handles" for later
so you must be careful what you say! The missus says best wishes to you too.
*SHOCKING* Vlad out in the sun with NO watches!
What happens in Vegas, most certainly SHOULD stay in Vegas! LOL! Thanks for the pix! Here's a taste of what's coming in my IGOTT2 recap.
Cheers,
Daos
All aboard.
My companion on the flight.
Three of my favorite watches in the world -- all sporting my favorite complication.
'Family' dinner my first night in Vegas.
Cheers,
Daos
Aaah the first " Family Dinner " ...
Good memories, Daos, for sure!
About the Watchless Count, well, he didn't dare showing his shameful horological experience...
Best, Sister.
Vlad; This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-06-04 23:37:38
Thnx for the 'tuning in shots' .. Just the begin of the beginning..
Was great to have met you, thanks !
Oh well, the piece from your flight companion,
- the Habring2 is a nice greeting from my country, as so happens..
Will have to wait with some of my shots,as the forum's picture
uploader does not work for me , from iPhone or iPad, my travelling platforms,
- and still in CA ..
Best, hs
Oh well, the piece from your flight companion,
- the Habring2 is a nice greeting from my country, as so happens..
Will have to wait with some of my shots,as the forum's picture
uploader does not work for me , from iPhone or iPad, my travelling platforms,
- and still in CA ..
Best, hs
Thank you!
Yes, it was very nice to meet you and your wife!
Perhaps, PM AndrewD about uploading from iPad. He does his articles from iPad often and may be able to assist.
The Habring2 is my favorite watch from my collection. I would like to travel to Austria and see Richard and Maria's workshop. I enjoyed meeting the Habrings when they visited California previously.
Safe travels!
Cheers,
Daos
Perhaps, PM AndrewD about uploading from iPad. He does his articles from iPad often and may be able to assist.
The Habring2 is my favorite watch from my collection. I would like to travel to Austria and see Richard and Maria's workshop. I enjoyed meeting the Habrings when they visited California previously.
Safe travels!
Cheers,
Daos
Ah, SBGW003, huh?
That is a VERY nice one you have there.
Thanks for your random shots!
Ken
This message has been edited by KIH on 2011-06-05 02:29:27
Thanks for your random shots!
Ken
This message has been edited by KIH on 2011-06-05 02:29:27
Voutilainen...
A kind of " Autoportrait ", at least...
More to come soon.
Best,
Nicodracul;
Hmmm, yes, this one would be a correct answer, Oliver...
But wait a bit, I will post the answer at the very beginning of this week.
Best, Mind Reader.
Nicolas.
Wow! I'll pray for all the maiden that got sacrificed last week:)
I'm getting confuse by the contrasting shots of vlad. This and the pool ... ... ?!
Best
Tyler
I found my master, and his name is Voutilainen. Compared to him, I'm a Saint. :) [nt]
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Tempted by the Vingt-8, aren't we?
The blue dial white gold should look good on Vlad
best
tyler
Your 1st independent watch. Definitely something special for Vlad.
I await your post on the indie watchmaker. Very eager to know what change your mind. Kari's dark magic?
Best
Tyler
Minerva / Villeret / Gerber Movement Shots
This message has been edited by cazalea on 2011-06-05 12:51:08
Great Shots
Wonderful shots- as another at the dietary "restricted" table it was a challenge not to over indulge
Good luck on your next watch
Good luck on your next watch
A few random shots from me too - the day before...
A brief trip to the grand canyon the day before IGOTT2 started.
Our transport - all very nervous since it's our first time and we don't like the sound of the 'motion discomfort' bags
The watchmakers together - glad the helicopter didn't crash!
Our destination
Choice of watches - a thalassa for Peter
and an out of focus vintage Breitling for me
A few random shots from me too - Day 1
Amazing DeWitt - but think it's too big for my wrist
Winding hole - and tourbillon
You don't often see two AP starwheels together - the AP team had only seen them in the museum!
Is this a good choice to go with my tuxedo?
Nice way to read the time...
But I decided I liked this better!
A few random shots from me too - Day 2/3
You've already seen pictures of Bart winning the gokart racing - and the amazing table shots - so here are a few remaining pictures from Days 2 & 3.
Really amazing that watches you've rarely seen turn up in quantity!
Three gerber retro twins - include two of the limited edition of 20 with the power reserve!
Five gerber watches at dinner
And a view of the amazing movements
10% of the Speake-Marin 1 in 20 collection
Another fabulous post Cazalea
Great to be taken along on your trip. And who would have thought that Vlad can go unprotected in the sun, much less with no Polaris or Deep Sea!