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He is truly genius
Jul 09, 2020,07:13 AM
Imagine if Patek accepted his co-axial tech back then. We would be in a very different habitat now. Too bad they shoved it aside because it was “too thick”.
When I read this book, I can come to realize why he is the master of masterwatchmakers. FP Journe’s tribute to him was lot 27 of the auction of Daniels pieces.
Found this pic on Hodinkee.
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Enjoying a nice read
By: Cookies : July 9th, 2020-06:31
Just got the legendary book called George Daniels Watchmaking. This book is going to keep me engrossed for a few years with the massive content. ...
He is truly genius
By: Cookies : July 9th, 2020-07:13
Imagine if Patek accepted his co-axial tech back then. We would be in a very different habitat now. Too bad they shoved it aside because it was “too thick”. When I read this book, I can come to realize why he is the master of masterwatchmakers. FP Journe’...
Someone will write abt him on this forum
By: Cookies : July 9th, 2020-11:39
A short summary with quotes will work wonders. I wonder if I have the time to research about him sufficiently to do justice to his good work. I wish someone would write...
Have you also read ...
By: Centurionone : July 9th, 2020-11:03
All in Good Time: Reflections of a Watchmaker ? The autobiography
Not yet
By: Cookies : July 9th, 2020-11:20
Which means..i will hunt that down too! Thanks for the recommendation!
Quality reading!
By: countzero : July 9th, 2020-22:07
Here's a picture of my copy that I got some time ago. Have not got very far yet, but at least it is now removed from wrappers. ...
I've started
By: Cookies : July 11th, 2020-06:47
Page 1...oh it is an esoteric book.
Yes I will
By: Cookies : September 8th, 2020-02:37
The mechanical nature of the watch allures me. Nowadays, I can start to pinpoint potential flaws in design. Reading more also makes me more careful when wearing these watches, because shock can displace parts. They say - ignorance is bliss. When the eyes ...