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I am indeed very lucky. It is a very fine demonstration of purity of thought and execution expressed in metal. I think that this must be about the first time buying from pics has really worked out.
I have been wearing it every day and am amazed at the emotional difference between WG and PG.
I was looking at getting a very beautiful Union Johannes Durrstein (time only) in an upcoming auction and now, to be honest, I'm so pleased with the RD that I can't be bothered. Now that's a first,,, well another one when related to this watch.
All in all you may be able to tell that I'm quite pleased!
Roger Dubuis Hommage Condottieri
A few years ago I came across Steve G's wonderful pictures and discussion of the Condottieri. A little further looking revealed Ornatus Mundi's deeply insightful posting on this site. I was smitten,,,,,I thought it was a sort of equivalent of a Kari Obser...
Which magnificent watch Ant
I am extremely jealous. Take advantage for the better. Cheers, nino
You should be banned! LOL!
For showing these incredible pics of this watch. What a beauty! Thanks a lot Ant! Fx
You are indeed lucky...
to be given a second chance on a beautiful piece! :) cheers fernando
Amazing amazing, aaaaamazing piece!!
Just LOVE the story behind this (although I'm sure you lost quite some sleep over it!!) But glad that you shared it with us here!! We're all too human in this aspect, we've all committed similar (and I'm sure quite bigger) misteps! Man... do I look forwar...
Thanks for your replies
I am indeed very lucky. It is a very fine demonstration of purity of thought and execution expressed in metal. I think that this must be about the first time buying from pics has really worked out. I have been wearing it every day and am amazed at the emo...
You were looking for a Union and got this RD?
I tell you, you will forever remember that day (as will you wife and your banker alike...)! What an outstanding entry! Best, Magnus
No, No...it wasn't like that..honest
I had agreed the RD purchase and then, being hopelessly horologically promiscuous, was looking at the upcoming auction catalogues and my roving eye saw the Union, Johannes Durrstein. It is a beautuful, very rare piece and it took my fancy. The auction is ...
Absolutely Fantastic...
Just a Timeless Classic Piece, Congrats and thank you so much for sharing your beauty with us and wear it in health. S
Wow... what can I say...
Never seen a RG condottieri and truly an eye opener. Consider yourself EXTREMELY lucky! I'm VERY jealous! Congrats!
Fantastic!
(and thanks for your most kind compliments!) This is really a beautiful version of a classic watch, enjoy! (next we should have somebody track down this one: ...
Wonderful story ant!
And congrats on your new Roger Dubuis! It's a real beauty for sure! Cheers, Anthony
Now I have been using it for a few days...
and it is a very accurate timekeeper. With a balance of about 14 hours on the wrist and the rest face up it has gained about 2 seconds in a week. Evidence of the hand of the master?