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Lot #3505

Laine Gelidus G3 White Guilloche Dial Stainless Steel

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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
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
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
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.

Eric Ku

Co-founder