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The Great Paris Exposition of 2012
Dear all,
You have already seen many of the images from the recent PuristS Paris GTG ( 1 2 3 ) and while I am still sorting out all the photos from the trip, I thought I would present to you some of the watches that were around (on wrists, in pockets, in bags, under tables ...). These collected images were taken during four separate GTGs over a two day period in Paris; lunches, afternoon teas and dinners. Wonderful watches and memories that are seared into my brain.
Hope you enjoy.
Andrew
Two steel Connies cement an international friendship ...
Heavy metal ...
Shhh. Don't tell Mo how good the Sonata looks on his wrist. ;-)
Look at the dial! Beautifully even patination.
This dial deserves some detailed shots ...
Finally I got to see (and wear) the DB25 in real life. Miraculous dial.
Had to take this one outside in the light. Just a perfect rose gold case ...
Living in the 70's ...
Bzzzzz ... Fantastic hands. Wonderful watch.
I sat enthralled at the stories associated with these pieces ...
This was the token lady at the table ...
Cheers ... or what is it you say when you drink grappa, Damjan?
Thanks again to all my PuristS friends who made me so welcome and for sharing these amazing watches.
Warm regards,
Andrew
The Great Paris Exposition of 2012
Dear all, You have already seen many of the images from the recent PuristS Paris GTG ( 1 2 3 ) and while I am still sorting out all the photos from the trip, I thought I would present to you some of the watches that were around (on wrists, in pockets, in ...
Andrew, the black dial YG watch in the
4th and 5th pic from the top... what is that? I can't make out the signature on the dial. Thanks in advance and for this post. Arthur
Stunning, isn't it?
It's a gold Longines with a single button flyback seconds. The writing on the dial is "Longines, 17 jewels" and "Brevet" (patented in French). Others can give you more detail, but it's a striking piece with the black dial and gold lettering/hands against ...
12.68z Longines movement, Arthur
First produced around 1937 and called the StopSecond.
It looks fantastic! Thank you for educating.
Is this a famed movement like the 13ZN in that is it the first ever stop seconds etc?
This movement was discussed
a short while ago here, Arthur. home.watchprosite.com It's worth looking at the whole thread. The movement I show is from this watch. It is not as well known a movement as the 13zn, more of a Longines insiders watch, but it is an inhouse Longines ...
Top top topisssime post, Andrew.
All is there, the ambiance, watches, friendship, through your wonderful pics. This M 9 works very well! I am specially impressed by the detailed pictures of the 6542 dial. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and you know it, Paris is your 2d home, now!...
All with the DLux4 ...
I haven't even got to the M9 images yet! And I'm very pleased that the camaraderie shone through. More posts to come. A
Damn, are you willing to trade your camera with mine? :))) [nt]
No message body This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-04-30 22:40:04
You say.... as would pplater said
Zivjeli Awesome post made me relive all the great moments we had together again. Paris & GTG=Win - win situation All the best dear Andrew Damjan
Thanks a lot Andrew for the report of this impressive gathering!
And you managed to take sunny pics! Don't know how! Fx
The sun is always in a Purist Heart, my friend. :)
Should stop drinking this bloody Grappa. Best, Nicolas
My friend
please don't do it... and as I remember you haven't got any left...or you hide it from us??? That would be completely unacceptable!! Best Damjan This message has been edited by Ares501 on 2012-05-01 03:42:30
Unreal!
Just makes me ponder how desparately little I know about these great vintage pieces -- what a selection! Many thanks for sharing, Andrew. Best, Gary G
Thank You. Great photos.
Fantastic watches and some amazing vintage.That bakelite GMT of Nico's is oustanding. Your photo of that Vintgage Rose memovox just makes me want one. Very glad to see picture 13 and sad at the same time for me. I am pretty sure this is the JLC reference ...
What a great trip. Wow some great pieces there
Is that an original Lindbergh or the re-issue? That JLC triple calender with horn lugs is divine - just like Picasso used to wear except in SS Love to hear all about your trip Julian
All original Lindbergh as well as Weems and all others :)
I can warrant for that..the owner is extraordinary haunter of vintage Longines & Breitling and awesome guy too... so I hasn't had a heart to snitch it Best D
Yes it is amazing
how nice person I am! Seriously it is very dangerous to go to GTGs specially in Paris you can hook to vintage & independent & high horology & niche watches ...and alcohol as well Best D
LOL. I think we all have this feeling
at these GTG's. They can plant very dangerous seeds in the brain! Not helped by your European industrial grade paintstripper , grappa! Another one before the year is out I think!
I see that you had a very good time, Andrew!
I truly wish I could have joined you! I still had lots to take care of even after becoming "free" so to speak.... Hope to visit PuristS globally someday... Thanks for the pics! Ken
Hope obe day I will have the chance
to play with all these superb vintage pcs Thanks Andrew
It was a great pleasure to meet you in person, Andrew! :)
Thank you for joining the GTG and give us some of your thoughts from "downunder"! Hope we meet soon again, my friend! Best Blomman
So many nice ann so many different watches...
thankyou for sharing Hope It will be possible for me to attend one day Best Hans
Ambience I
We moved regularly from cafe to restaurant and back again, and to tell you the truth I just followed the crowd. So here are a few miscellaneous photos to put the watches in context. Andrew Our mascot, who never kept still long enough to take a photo! Dinn...
The Parisian GTG is tops!
Thanks for sharing it with us Andrew. Enjoyed the pics. Fernando
Aaargh, you revealed some of our small secrets... you will be severely punished for that.
Very nice photos, my friend. The mascot says hello! Best, Nicolas
A mouth watering report
This brings back the weekend so well, Andrew. You have captured so many of the watches beautifully and the spirit of this marathon GTG. So glad you could make this one, it was a revelation of watches and people. Until the next one!
Great vintage party.
Some familiar watches and wrists Thanks for taking us there. Vte
What a beautiful and awesome array of watches! I regret so much...
...not to be able to cross the pond this time! You really had a great time friends! I hope to join on the next one! Very cordialy, Abel.
Don't know how I miss this post.
I must have been under a rock. Fantastic GTG. Paris is the official city to avoid if ones try to close a theme in his collection. LOL When Purist gather you can be surf there will be passion and friendship. Regards Tyler
