Gerald Genta designed many legendary timepieces, including IWC's classic Jumbo Ingenieur from the 1970. He also was famous for designing Patek Philippe's Nautilus model and the Audemars Royal Oak --in fact, his designs are credited with the then-revolutionary idea of steel luxury sports watches.
There is some controversy regarding whether he also designed some of IWC's other models, including the Polo Club, the Golf Club and the Yacht Club II. You can read about that through an archives search.
But regardless, his influence on the watch industry in general and IWC in particular was significant. His passing is sad news.
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This is indeed sad news for all who love watches...and IWC in particular. Thanks for letting us know Michael. Mr. Genta has left us a legacy of iconic designs.
Best regards, Jim
"We are the other people, we are the other people...you're the other people too!" Frank Zappa
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I have been for many years a fan of Mr Gerald Genta's work in the 1970's and 1980's and have a romantic point of view over the other designs he was or was not involved in. His legacy will live on for many watch aficionados to appreciate for centuries to come.
Gerald Genta designed many legendary timepieces, including IWC's classic Jumbo Ingenieur from the 1970. He also was famous for designing Patek Philippe's Nautilus model and the Audemars Royal Oak --in fact, his designs are credited with the then-revolutionary idea of steel luxury sports watches.
There is some controversy regarding whether he also designed some of IWC's other models, including the Polo Club, the Golf Club and the Yacht Club II. You can read about that through an archives search.
But regardless, his influence on the watch industry in general and IWC in particular was significant. His passing is sad news.
Regards, Michael
mfriedberg@iwcforum.com
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Your work has made it fun to look at time and made difficult times more bearable.
Pete
It's been a long road, getting from there to here.
It's been a long time, but my time is finally near.
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Best regards,
Jim
"We are the other people, we are the other people...you're the other people too!"
Frank Zappa
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But, his works will live on with us for eons.
Bill
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Regards,
Ardoise
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Big Pilot 5004
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R.I.P.
Regards,
Roberto
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Kind regards,
Clemens
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Best regards
Argiris
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Andrew
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