I note that they have just launched a version in platinum which they will also do an enamel dial for. Obviously increases the price though. Personally I really like the blue gold map for the dial

That’s also very nice. Why did you decide not to go for the communication 45?

Have you ordered one now?

So I followed up yet again saying I was disappointed he hadn’t responded. This time I got a quick response saying he had decided not to allocate me one of his watches. What a shame I’m completely turned off by this experience, never had anything like this from any brand or watchmaker

Just seen that a new version of the Communication 45 world timer has been released in platinum with a blue dial. I really like everything about this watch, the case size, the dial colour, the map in the centre, the heritage of Andersen with world timers…

I actually sent Mathieu another email last week but yet again zero response. Yes I’m turned off completely- it would only take a few seconds to do a polite reply to close off the matter. Very poor approach

Immediately after launch I emailed Mathieu and he gave me details of the 3 previous metal options saying there was still availability. I said I’d like to proceed and he replied saying he would look into allocations after W&W. I followed up after the event and he said it had been a busy time but he w

If so, which version did you go for?

Not sure when the new one comes out. I know i'm biased since i own an XL but I prefer the less busy second dial on the XL, and am not worried about having to guess the exact time between 27 and 33 minutes. That said, I like both styles a lot, especially in the grey.

on this purchase. After your very helpful comments I did agonise for a long time about whether to get the 42mm instead. I look forward to showing you the Serpent soon and seeing more of your excellent watches. You have definitely got me interested in the independents and I have noted you like Sarpan