An evolution, a sweet vacation and a milestone purchase

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by kunlun

Congrats! May we see the mock up for your coming Voutilainen? I'd like to see what dial you chose.

Thanks!

We haven't gotten to the mock-up yet. I have proposed platinum case, blue dial and some guilloche background designs for his consideration. Movement side, I have opted for Côtes de Genève instead of frosted. I will update the other Vingt-8 thread when I hear from Kari again.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by mps354

That’s really an amazing pickup, congrats and thanks for sharing!

Thank you!

[MJaber]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

I just visited your IG - you have an unbelievable custom Insight Micro-Rotor!!! My gosh! Frosted blue enamel baseplate, custom Arabic Numerals and beautiful Saudi Arabia background - love it!

I wish you post more pics here, your watch is an eye opener! Wear in good health and hope we can meet up with our own Insight Micro-Rotor one day!

problem is I am yet of figure out how to post pics on this forum

do message me your order details so I can track it and take pics for your while its being finished and assembly - this way you'll be able to document the creation of your timepiece.

[FrankNYC]

That is one classy piece! congrats!

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by MJaber

do message me your order details so I can track it and take pics for your while its being finished and assembly - this way you'll be able to document the creation of your timepiece.

PMed - appreciate your kind gesture.

Originally Posted by FrankNYC

That is one classy piece! congrats!

Thank you!

[denmanproject]

Incredible addition! huge congrats

[denmanproject]

Originally Posted by MJaber

problem is I am yet of figure out how to post pics on this forum

do message me your order details so I can track it and take pics for your while its being finished and assembly - this way you'll be able to document the creation of your timepiece.

This connection is so cool, let’s hope Michael posts them here

[Moondoggy]

Superb

[7sins]

Absolutely stunning, congrats brother!

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by denmanproject

This connection is so cool, let’s hope Michael posts them here

He has given me the green light to post this pic. The blue base plate is customized. Please also visit his IG for more pics.

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Originally Posted by Moondoggy

Superb

Thank you!

Originally Posted by 7sins

Absolutely stunning, congrats brother!

Thanks brother! This is a dream watch of mine.

[denmanproject]

Very nice!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Thanks!

We haven't gotten to the mock-up yet. I have proposed platinum case, blue dial and some guilloche background designs for his consideration. Movement side, I have opted for Côtes de Genève instead of frosted. I will update the other Vingt-8 thread when I hear from Kari again.

Ruthenium coating? I was planning for frosted gold but my friend has one and he convinced me to avoid it.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Ruthenium coating? I was planning for frosted gold but my friend has one and he convinced me to avoid it.

I can't remember but I generally don't like plating on my watch.

[chalkflewup]

Originally Posted by MJaber

A thousand congrats on the beautiful Micro Rotor! It is my favourite reference from RG and my daily!

I agree with you on everything you said about RG but I am biased as I work for the man!

Gorgeous photography!

[dchang81]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Ruthenium coating? I was planning for frosted gold but my friend has one and he convinced me to avoid it.

why did your friend convince you to avoid it? thought that was considered one of his signature finishes.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

He has given me the green light to post this pic. The blue base plate is customized. Please also visit his IG for more pics.
Thank you!
Thanks brother! This is a dream watch of mine.

SeXXXy

And it truly is your custom piece

[Justindo]

Congratulations. That's a gorgeous watch with superb finishing. Wear it in good health.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by Justindo

Congratulations. That's a gorgeous watch with superb finishing. Wear it in good health.

Thank you!

[Ichiran]

An update:
There is a very slight delay in the completion date from the originally scheduled Q1 2024 to April 2024 (not much really). I was informed by my AD that the production for my watch has started and the movement will commence next week. All good and I am expecting some work-in-progress pictures soon.

And yes, I'm looking forward to travel to my favourite country Japan to collect my Insight Micro-Rotor this April. I have already planned what ramen and teppanyaki (Kobe beef is incomparable) to have there. Alas the sakura bloom is over by then but there is always another time. I can't believe my heart is pumping fast as I am typing this post

[brandrea]

Awesome news Michael … nothing like an eagerly awaited incoming

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Awesome news Michael … nothing like an eagerly awaited incoming

It's also cool to see work-in-progress pictures. I will post them when I get them

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

It's also cool to see work-in-progress pictures. I will post them when I get them

Please do!!


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[subtona]

Well done Michael!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

An update:
There is a very slight delay in the completion date from the originally scheduled Q1 2024 to April 2024 (not much really). I was informed by my AD that the production for my watch has started and the movement will commence next week. All good and I am expecting some work-in-progress pictures soon.

And yes, I'm looking forward to travel to my favourite country Japan to collect my Insight Micro-Rotor this April. I have already planned what ramen and teppanyaki (Kobe beef is incomparable) to have there. Alas the sakura bloom is over by then but there is always another time. I can't believe my heart is pumping fast as I am typing this post

I will also be in Tokyo in April. And looks like I will also miss the Sakura by a week just like last year.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by subtona

Well done Michael!

Thanks Gus!

[Ichiran]

Update
Below are 2 pictures of my actual watch during assembling. It's quite surreal seeing them as I have never experienced such personal service from a watch manufacturer. I can also choose between 2 numbers for my serial number.

Finally get to see these lovely sharp inward angles and bevels!

[Ichiran]

Update
The date of collection has been firmed up. Will post incoming then

[Greenp]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Update
Below are 2 pictures of my actual watch during assembling. It's quite surreal seeing them as I have never experienced such personal service from a watch manufacturer. I can also choose between 2 numbers for my serial number.

Finally get to see these lovely sharp inward angles and bevels!

Everything looks so good the pictures look computer generated!

[dauster]

What an amazing thread have to look thru this part of the forum more often. Independents really have to be seen in person as the pictures don’t always do them justice.
Congratulations on an amazing timepiece- can’t wait for incoming post


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[Andad]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

RG uses S screws and I do think it adds to the overall aesthetics of the watch. The S screw is supposed to allow the person to apply more force due to the "longer" line in the screw head

Very nice model Michael.

The stock pix don’t show the ‘s’ screws in a good way?

Your new one should look much better.