Introduction
A Finnish watchmaker based in Le Locle, Torsti Laine has made a name for himself by creating timepieces with some of the most immaculate dials in all of independent watchmaking. In 2014 he received the A. Lange & Sohne annual prize for Excellence in Watchmaking and since gone on to start his own eponymous watchmaker creating stunning classical watches with hand-finishing dials and decorations on the movements, in accordance with each client’s specific order. Launched as the next generation of the Gelidus collection, the G3 features a two-piece dial that allows the use of different materials, colors and finishing when constructing the dial. As such, the example we have here features a bright white dial with two different textures. Its center portion features Laine's "Grain de riz" engraving, and its peripheral section features their Moonfrosting texture with a silver brushed chapter ring along the periphery, blued Breguet numerals and hands, and a silver ring encircling the inner flammé portion. An immaculate expression of hand-finishing, the G3 also features a hand-finished movement with deep anglage and countersinking for its screws and rubies alongside sandblasting throughout and brightly polished mechanics. An artisanal timepiece inside and out, it is no wonder that Laine has grown to their current level of popularity with a lengthy waiting list and a deep level of appreciation within the watchmaking community.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$5,000 – $8,000
The Details
Brand
Laine
Dimensions
40.5mm x 11.3mm
Model
Gelidus
Movement
Manually wind cal. LA18.1
Reference
G3
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2021
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
White

THE DIAL
Perhaps their best-known feature, this Gelidus G3 features an immaculate white dial. Indeed, its two different pieces even feature two different textures with its center portion featuring Laine's "Grain de riz" texture and its peripheral section featuring their Moonfrosting finish.

THE MOVEMENT
In keeping with its immaculately executed dial, the Gelidus G3 also features an incredibly well-finished movement with deep anglage and countersinking for its screws and rubies.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint condition, with only light signs of use. The watch comes with third party strap and buckle as shown.
Our Perspective
Laine's timepieces have grown to enjoy some spectacular popularity thanks to how stunning their dials are, and the Gelidus G3's two-piece dial construction has enabled the watchmaker to take their dials to a whole other level.

















