The LAB Series 1.24

From Holthinrichs -

Courtesy of Holthinrichs

I have known Michiel Holthinrichs for more than a minute. The arc of his eponymous brand has been (at least when viewed at this moment) not 100% easy. With the LAB Series 1.24 - at least for this fan, it is clear that all of the hard work has paid off!

I won't go into a ton of detail - at least not right at this moment. The time for that will come later. What is so impressive about this new release is only fully understood when taken in the context of the preceeding collections. These were all fine watches, each one surpassing the previous iteration. But with the LAB Series 1.24 Holthinrichs has fully emerged as the brand that I always knew it would become. Again, it was always a great brand with great products, but this little time machine will undoubtedly secure the brand and its founder in their rightful place as true independents with a rich, deep narrative.

Courtesy of Holthenrichs

It goes without saying that I will be going much deeper in the coming days and weeks, but in this particular instance, I think this wonderful watch should do its own talking. 

Congratulations to the team at Holthinrichs. Lots more to come, stay tuned!

The Other Delft Watch Brand

Enjoy this first and last post on Delft Watch Works.  I have been led to understand by the owner/manager of DWW that you can read all them at "larger, more popular" outlets.

Delft Watch Works -

Courtesy of Delft Watch Works

I am a bit biased, as one of the founders is friend and alumnus of The HYPE 19, Michiel Holthinrichs. Michiel, and his co-founder Twan Briels wanted to offer something that took the design sensibilities that a watch much more expensive might offer, but to bring it to the customer at a far more attainable price.

Courtesy of Delft Watch Works

In a city famous for beautiful design, this watch delivers. It is the perfect answer for people wanting something beautiful, but a bit more within reach.

I am reaching out to see if I can get some more images and a bit more background on the brand so far, and what's coming.

The model you saw at the top of the story is the Oostpoort  Royal Blue.  And should you be of a mind, here are the pertinents -

Price:  

€749,00

CASE

Material:
316L stainless steel

Finish:
Polished with brushed parts

Diameter:
40 mm

Water Resistance:
5 ATM

Thickness:
12.4mm (including crystal)

Crystal:
Sapphire, double-domed with anti-reflective coating

MOVEMENT

Movement:

11.5′” STP 1-11 top-grade (Swiss)

Width:

25.6mm

Thickness including rotor:

4.6mm

Power reserve:

44 hours

Characteristics:
28.800 Hz / 26 rubies