Ep #62: A Decade In The Independent Watch World: The Limited Edition Turns 10 with Pietro Tomajer
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Welcome back to your favourite watch-related podcast!
This is a very special episode where we are joined by Pietro Tomajer of The Limited Edition (first seen in Episode 13) whose pioneering independent and artisan watch platform is celebrating its 10th birthday.
We take a deep dive into the challenges Pietro met to become the first major retailer for independent watch brands in the UK. We also find out how he managed to create and shape a cultural shift to open collectors’ eyes to the wonderful world of artisan watchmaking. Hear how he built trust and solid relationships with high-end collectors from all around the world and why it’s time to open a retail premises in London. Plus, what exactly is so magical about Vianney Halter to make him Pietro’s ultimate master watchmaker
As a bonus we also share what to expect at Geneva Watch Days 2025. Which brands should you look out for this year and the fun that awaits you once you touchdown in Geneva
So buckle up and enjoy the ride as we toast 10 years of The Limited Edition.
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First up, the wristwatch checks: Pietro is wearing his Kudoke x The Limited Edition K2 British Heritage prototype, followed by Parm with his Arken Alterum Speakeasy Edition. We finish the wristwatch checks with Andy and his go-to Chopard St. Moritz.
Here are some of the sports legends and heroes Pietro referenced in the show. From left to right we have Roberto Baggio, Alessandro Del Piero, and Michael Jordan.
Next, we take a look at some example pieces from the independents mentioned in the show, including the Vianney Halter Deep Space Tourbillon and the Antiqua, MB&F Legacy Machine 101, Urwerk UR-102 Reloaded, F.P. Journe Resonance, Ludovic Ballouard Upside Down, Konstantin Chaykin Joker, Andersen Genève Jumping Hours Rising Sun Edition, Vincent Calabrese Pegasus, George Daniels Centre Seconds Co-Axial, and the Louis Erard x Vianney Halter Le Régulateur.
We finish with some pieces from Pietro’s recommended watchmakers to visit at Geneva Watch Days: Lebois & Co Heritage Chronograph, Bernhard Lederer Central Impulse Chronometer Deep Blue, and the Guebly Prologue.
To discover more incredible independent watch brands, you can explore The Limited Edition site here, or visit their website: https://www.thelimitededition.co.uk
That concludes the show notes. We hope you enjoyed the episode, and as always, let us know your thoughts in the comments below. You’ll hear from us in the next one.
