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Mechanical Watch

fahim mohammed

fahim mohammed

Well-known member
Michael, I have always been fascinated by mechanical precision. I still watch in awe such exquisite craftsmanship. More so than the electronic wizardry of today; without taking away anything from the technical advancements.

Mechanical gadgets, to me are tactile. Electronics are flat and plasticky. Different mediums, not unlike film and digital . I prefer film. From time to time, of course!

Thanks for sharing.
 
Asher Kelman

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
Michael Nagel said:
While electronic watches are most common, I think that the beauty of mechanical watches shall be appreciated from time to time.

Best regards,
Michael
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Nigel,

These mechanisms rank among the greatest wonders of the world and really not appreciated enough! They represents a great capability in engineering and craft as well as brilliance in being able to execute theoretical ideas in a reliable manner. Also, as you show, these are handsome in their own right!

Asher
 
Asher Kelman

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
You photographs and respect for the mechanical mechanisms bring up the whole genius of geared systems to calculate times of events we deem important. The ratio of gears and the offset of circular discs can implement highly sophisticate theories and rules. Allow me, Nigel, to pay tribute to the designers and craftsmen of the amazing and priceless geared mechanism found in an ancient shipwreck. Read the work on the Antikythera Mechanism here.

Asher
 
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Michael Nagel

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Ben - thanks, the pun was only partially intended. :)

Fahim - I work with electronics so I know this side. The craftmanship necessary to make and repair such works of art - that's what they are - shall never be underestimated. I hope that will I have more opportunities to capture these works of art.

Asher - thanks, I hope that I will be able to show more in a not so far future.

Best regards,
Michael
 
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