![]() ![]() Smith graduated at the top of his class, and won the British Horological Institute’s Bronze medal. Smith’s horological career began when he enrolled at the Manchester School of Horology, aged 16. The American Watchmaker-Clockmakers Institute (AWCI) recently digitized and published a video of Daniels giving this lecture at an AWCI National Convention in 1990, which Smith recommends that all attendees watch prior to his upcoming lecture. Smith's continued development of the Daniels co-axial escapement is pushing the practical watch escapement to new levels of efficiency and reliability. Smith's lecture will serve as a continuation of George Daniels' famous lecture on escapements, which inspired him to begin his career in watchmaking. ![]() This lecture is a unique opportunity to hear from one of the world's leading watchmakers on a topic that he is extraordinarily qualified to speak on. Smith will present an in-depth look at the development of a practical watch escapement. Understanding the history of the escapement leads to a deeper understanding of timekeepers in general, and a greater appreciation of the escapement development that continues today.Īt the December 2017 meeting of the Horological Society of New York, Roger W. This work has advanced the escapement to a level that is refined, accurate, and practical. Instead, the development of the escapement was contributed to over centuries by watch and clock makers around the world. The escapement is one of the most important inventions in history, yet we don't know exactly who invented it and when. Prior to the auction an exclusive profile was filmed with Roger in which he shared the story of the unique Anniversary Watch collaboration with George Daniels which you can view here.If you hold a mechanical watch to your ear you can hear the escapement doing its job, ticking many times per second and keeping you on time. I think, like any watchmaker, my focus is always on my horological work, but it is tremendous to see that our watches represent such a strong investment for our collectors as well.”Ī donation from the sale will also benefit The George Daniels Educational Trust, The Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers, and the Horological Society of New York. Extremely rare, this Open Dial watch from 2017 was one of only four platinum pieces made by Roger in a series of 12 watches.Ĭommenting on the results, Roger said “As ever, I take a keen interest when any of our watches reach auction and it is extremely gratifying to see this continued growth in appreciation and value for independent watchmakers. Smith Series 5 ‘Open Dial’ was another history-making highlight of the auction, achieving a hammer price of $840,700 (£686,604). Smith Series 5 ‘Open Dial’Ī magnificent example of a Roger W. With huge global interest in independent watchmakers it was no surprise that this beautiful example of the Anniversary, made by Roger in 2019, should set a new milestone both for Daniels and British watches. With just four examples produced in platinum and serial number “00” being the first, the watch is an exemplar of the best in handmade, traditional English watchmaking. Poignantly, this series proved to be the final collaboration between Roger and George who wanted the Anniversary model to also be a celebration of his life’s work. The Anniversary watch series comprised a total of 47 watches which were made to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the co-axial escapement. Leading the auction was the very first platinum George Daniels Anniversary Watch ever made, bearing the unique serial number “00.” Realising $2,389,500 (£1,951,299) it set a record, not just for any George Daniels wristwatch – and any British-made wristwatch – sold at auction. Smith watches has continued with these latest records being set at Phillips’ New York headquarters on 11th/12th June. The exponential rise in interest and value for George Daniels and Roger W. NEW YORK CITY 11/12TH JUNE 2022 - As highlights of a “White Glove” season, the historic auction included new World Record prices - outright for a British wristwatch ($2,389,500) and also for a Roger W. ![]()
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