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Striking 10th of seconds in the morning traffic
The red hand sweeps regularly around the dial in 100 equal mini-jumps. It is a joy to observe it.
Most importantly, this watch is changing my entire notion of Time: one second used to be the smallest portion that I could embrace; now I am getting used to LIVING full intervals of time within the limits of one second.
In a way, my lifespan has stretched: I visualize that a lot goes on from one second to the next, thus making my time denser, fuller... It is almost a metaphysical experience.
My opinion is that Future will recognize this watch as a groundbreaking innovation, ahead of its time, probably.
If you look at it honestly and coldly, most horological complications lack direct utility in our electronic age; their worth lies in the intelectual and technical achievement, in the beauty of the concept and its exact realization. This is what fascinates us. In this sense, measuring 1/10th of a second with exact and perfectly visible realism expands the limits of our existence in a way that deserves respect and admiration.
Yours, enjoying small intervals of Life,
Frank
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Striking 10th of seconds in the morning traffic
The red hand sweeps regularly around the dial in 100 equal mini-jumps. It is a joy to observe it. Most importantly, this watch is changing my entire notion of Time: one second used to be the smallest portion that I could embrace; now I am getting used to ...
The way you describe what brought the 10th of seconds to you is brilliant.
Each second has to be fully lived.... +1. Excellent. Best, Nicolas
Same here, Nico,
I have so far not thought about the philosophical nature of this timepiece. Indeed, it reminds us on the importance of every single second of our lives. They may pass quickly but they still have their beginning, their end and the in-between. Its on us to ...
Thank you very much!
Definitely a keeper, each day I like it more. I find that it is truly a fascinating piece. And regardless of the movement: the design, styling and finishing are extremely pleasing. Purity of lines (completely based on the A386), harmony of colors (the yel...