My First Grail Watch: Eric Giroud
Welcome back to an original watches-dealer feature, "My First Grail Watch". In this series, we ask prominent people in the watch industry about the first timepiece that they lusted after. Eric Giroud is among the most influential modern Swiss watch designers. He has created designs for innovative high-end watch brands such as MB&F, MCT, Harry Winston, and more.watches-dealer (ABTW):Who are you and what is your relationship to the watch industry?Eric Giroud (EG): I am the owner and designer of Through the Looking Glass.ABTW: What was your first grail watch?EG: F.P Journe �C Chronom��tre �� R��sonance.ABTW: What did you like so much about the watch?EG: This watch carries some poetry and mystery which fascinates me. It is unique in its approach regarding the movement. It is almost mystical for me��.ABTW: Was there ever a time in your life when you could afford it? EG: It has not yet crossed my mind��.ABTW: But do you still hope to find it one day?EG: Yes - I would like to posses and underst

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After spending too much time on this section of TRF I purchased my first AP a few months ago (diver). My fianc��e made me promise that it would be my last watch purchase until after our wedding (3/23/13). More than anything I wanted to wear my diver on my wedding day but really didn't want to wear it on the rubber strap. I purchased a survivor croc strap and also ordered a ROO bracelet for it but was told it was a 6 month wait for the bracelet. Knowing the the bracelet probably wouldn't be in on time I did what any AP addict would do....convinced the fianc��e I needed a new AP as my wedding day watch. It took some pleading but on Thursday I reached out to DavidSW and this morning my new AP arrived.I think I actually might like this watch more than the diver. The fit is perfect and the way light hits the dial is just amazing. Pretty sure this will be my new daily beater....and thanks to you guys the next two watches on my list are also APs. ROO 44mm and the Millenary 4101 Wrist shotAnd

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Hello everyone! I am new to world of fine watches. I currently own a few different models of Tissot's and am looking to purchase my first Omega. I have been looking at Ben Bridge jewlers and am interested in the Mid size Aqua Terra. They are asking 2,900 for it. Is this an exceptable price? Thanks for any help

If the Gods of Patek (aka Mr Stern) read this... I dream...of...!!!
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