Friday 15 March 2013

The waiting game

Been a while since I have posted anything as I am back at Uni.

As the title of this posts indicates I am writing about the waiting game.  For watch enthusiasts there are many fine independent watchmakers around, it is possible to have a timepiece made to your specifications to a limit.  Usually the movement of the watch will be the same, but the perspective owner can have a say on the choice of material for the case and details of the dial.

I have seen recently friends who I communicate with on various forums, take delivery of some exceptional timepieces from independent watch makers and this is something I would love to undertake in the future.  You develop a strong bond with the watchmaker and you get to play an exciting waiting game

As for my own waiting game, I was hit by the Panerai PAM 382 known in Paneristi circles as the "Bronzo" when it first came out, as the case is made from marine grade bronze.  Other companies such as Gerald Genta have used this material before for cases, but Panerai took interest level to a whole new level.

Since obtaining a Special Edition of Panerai is a tough ask and does cost a fair amount of money, I was happy to see an American company bringing out a limited run of Bronze watches in a similar shape to Panerai.  Lum Tec is a small company but has many followers due to their superb value and excellent customer service.

I placed a deposit and the waiting game began.  Everything in the building of the watches was going well until the first hitch of the movements of the watches been delayed.  That issue was resolved and the next hurdle was a big one to clear.  The supplier of the bronze could not supply the right blend.  This led to an extended delay.

Well just this week the proper material has been delivered and the finish line is in sight.

Its been a long wait but it has been worth while.

Just waiting for the email to pay for the rest of the watch when its ready.