Dornblueth dial options

[mondie]

Are the omega hands heat blued?

I believe so Ax, but I will have to do some digging on that to be sure. I once had a Chronoswiss with blued hands and those too were more noticeable than my 99.4

[helidoc]

The red 12 is quite out of place IMHO. I see you also have a Damasko DC56, as do I. I'd be very interested to see a side by side shot with the DC56 laid on a flat surface, and a side shot with them stacked, if possible please.

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Dave

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[magirus]

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Dave

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Thank you, just what I wanted.

[helidoc]

And ordered. 99.1M, silver engraved, no appliqués, black numerals (no red), rose gold movement finish.


Thanks for the collective TZ wisdom, and Dornblüth for letting me try the case and dials.

The long wait begins.

Dave


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[Chewitt13]

And ordered. 99.1M, silver engraved, no appliqués, black numerals (no red), rose gold movement finish.


Thanks for the collective TZ wisdom, and Dornblüth for letting me try the case and dials.

The long wait begins.

Dave


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Have they given a delivery date? Reason I'm asking is I'm looking for a December 2022 delivery date, just looking at when I need to get an order in and commit

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[joe narvey]

And ordered. 99.1M, silver engraved, no appliqués, black numerals (no red), rose gold movement finish.


Thanks for the collective TZ wisdom, and Dornblüth for letting me try the case and dials.

The long wait begins.

Dave


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Why is the option for rose gold movement finish? I dont see that in their catalogue.

[helidoc]

Have they given a delivery date? Reason I'm asking is I'm looking for a December 2022 delivery date, just looking at when I need to get an order in and commit

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Jana says the lead time is 12 months

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[helidoc]

Why is the option for rose gold movement finish? I dont see that in their catalogue.

I think that is their default finish. You can also have Rhodium, Black Rhodium and Yellow Gold as alternatives.

This is the rose gold

They have lots of pictures on their Instagram feed

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[Carlton-Browne]

No red 12. It hurt my eyes!

What is that a nod to?

As usual, David Boettcher has the answer.

https://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/red12.php

[Dakar]

Brass engraved dial... just arrived today...

IMG_20211118_181958_copy_1200x1600 by David Iremonger, on Flickr

[Fender]

Brass engraved dial... just arrived today...

IMG_20211118_181958_copy_1200x1600 by David Iremonger, on Flickr

Lovely.

[helidoc]

That is beautiful, and is also what I’ve ordered.

Out of interest, did you choose a personal engraving? That’s my next choice to make

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[Dakar]

That is beautiful, and is also what I’ve ordered.

Out of interest, did you choose a personal engraving? That’s my next choice to make

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Hi, no decided not too...just in case I decided to move it on, any point... You never know.. :)

[paw3001]

I did on mine. I felt that with the personal involvement in customising the watch. The closeness of working with Dirk and the updates he sends, then I knew my Dornblüth would become the family heirloom watch so I had it engraved with the date and our surname.

[helidoc]

I think it’s likely I will go with a personalised engraving, maybe initials and year. I don’t plan for it to be sold, at least not while I’m alive!

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[Dakar]

Based on what I had read, I expected updates, but didn't get any..maybe the process has changed... Overall, very impressed with the communication, and quality..Was a little worried 42 might be too big, but on receipt, it's perfect.. and the dial.. amazing!!

[robert75]

Based on what I had read, I expected updates, but didn't get any..maybe the process has changed... Overall, very impressed with the communication, and quality..Was a little worried 42 might be too big, but on receipt, it's perfect.. and the dial.. amazing!!

No they only really update you if you ask. If you want photos of progress they will send them but you need to ask them from the start.

Just something else I love about this company and why I keep going back.

[snowman]

Hard to compare the two engraved options from the photos provided, silver on brass looks better to me, but it's a macro shot, versus a slightly unclear wide shot, so I wouldn't swear in court I don't prefer the ceramic.

That said, those blue applied indices look far better to me.

M

ETA I see the OP's already ordered, I hope he enjoys the watch - I don't think I'd ever buy a Dornbluth myself, but it must be a fun experience to spec one.

[robert75]

I think it’s likely I will go with a personalised engraving, maybe initials and year. I don’t plan for it to be sold, at least not while I’m alive!

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IMO these watches are for keeps not to sell, both of mine are engraved.

[893bet]

I am really looking forward to my watch.

A little disillusioned, like a lot of people, at the current watch market where it’s all bling, investment and show. A Dornblüth feels like a reset back to first principals.

[helidoc]

I am really looking forward to my watch.

A little disillusioned, like a lot of people, at the current watch market where it’s all bling, investment and show. A Dornblüth feels like a reset back to first principals.

Amen to that

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[893bet]

Finally landed after a 14 month wait.
99.1M
Ceramic engraved main dial, with brass engraved seconds dial.

[Bondurant]

That is class.

[paw3001]

That looks gorgeous. Great choice

[Snoodles]

Fantastic combination you must very pleased despite the wait?

Great company to deal with also, tempted to try another after not owning one for many years.

[893bet]

Yes very happy with it!

The only thing I would say is I had looked at a million macro of engraved dial and decided I wanted that “depth” to the dial. Under the naked eye it’s hardly noticeable however so a printed dial is def an option with out to much compromise if you are looking to save 1k!

Already eyeing another ….

I think the below combination from their Facebook is incredible.

[helidoc]

That looks fabulous!

I’m currently 6 months into the wait for my 99.1M, so if it’s 14 months that will take me to Jan 23

I see you went for the engraved movement. Although I haven’t had to commit to the engraving yet, I’m certain I will, as this will be an heirloom watch that will outlive me.

Congratulations

Dave


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[ryanb741]

My 99.1 is back to Dornbluth for service and I'm happy to report the customer experience is as exemplary as it was when I was purchasing.

[Ax]

Finally landed after a 14 month wait.
99.1M
Ceramic engraved main dial, with brass engraved seconds dial.

Congratulations, that does look fantastic.