Now it seems to be official ...

Oct 23, 2011,08:39 AM
 

                                                                                                                                                                           (because it is written on the right corner)

madness because of watches … PuristS Pro Moderator written on a “business” card …

To be honest, I was not aware that there will be something like an announcement this weekend and therefore I was not prepared.
Nonetheless I would like to say Thanks, to your warm welcome (here, via PM & via Email) and to Magnus for featuring it.

Being a Purist means:

“To me it means sharing passion for watches (sometimes even more) with people all over the world. It only works if people here feel comfortable,
find their way how to participate and to create an added value for the community. …
Being a Purist is even better, when you meet other PuristS in the real world – SIHH, Basel, GTGs … .”

I had the pleasure to share quality time, watches, champagne, wine, beer, food (all levels) … in Basel, Geneva, London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Munich,
Kitzbuehel, Zürich, Dresden, Hamburg, Copenhagen … with some of you (collectors, connoisseurs, photographers, watchmakers …)
and I am really looking forward to the next occasions – anywhere in the world. At the end of the day it is not (only) about the watches, it is about the people behind.

Being a moderator, what will change? So far I think not that much, because I love to share knowledge and passion about watches (and finer things in life) with YOU.
If there is something more behind, like deleting posts or taking care of peoples behave … Will have to find out that smile

When I asked my wife about her thoughts regarding being a moderator here, she said: “You spend lots of time on that forum, anyway.”
She said it with a twinkle in her eyes and I think she is fine with the new situation smile

Will I be even more a part of the world of generosity/unselfishness from Thomas … a part of the dark side of the world from Nicolas ... a part of … smile
in any case I am a small part of the world of PuristS (like before) and a new member to the moderators team.
The latter means big shoes, but hey Let´s try and have fun!

Oliver


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Did anybody look closely? Time for a warm welcome...

 
 By: Ornatus-Mundi : October 21st, 2011-10:44
... Congrats and a warm welcome Oliver! I am really looking forward to your educating, finely observed musings. Have fun here! Cheers, Magnus...  

Yes, this gentleman is indeed very discrete.

 
 By: amanico : October 21st, 2011-10:50
Thanks for focusing our attention on something which is more than a detail. A reward, and a pleasure! Congratulations, Oliver. And best of luck and wishes in your new responsabilities. Nicolas.

Congratulations Olivier. [nt]

 
 By: grigo : October 21st, 2011-11:20
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Congrats Oliver, I am confident you will do a real fine job.

 
 By: Hororgasm : October 21st, 2011-11:45
See you in Dresden. Best, Horo

Wow Oliver, great news! [nt]

 
 By: dedestexhes : October 21st, 2011-12:10
Time to update the Team PuristS d This message has been edited by dedestexhes on 2011-10-21 12:11:47

Grats Oliver! All the best, mate. [nt]

 
 By: Davo : October 21st, 2011-12:31
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Wunderbar!

 
 By: donizetti : October 21st, 2011-13:05
Congratulations, I look forward to it! Best Andreas

Congrats Oliver!

 
 By: sidneyc : October 21st, 2011-15:27
Ha! Good that Magnus picked that up! How come no formal announcement! Hope you enjoy it Oliver and thank you!

This is the formal announcement, my friend ...

 
 By: AndrewD : October 21st, 2011-18:04
PuristS style. A

Haha yes PuristS style! [nt]

 
 By: sidneyc : October 21st, 2011-18:10
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This IS great news ...

 
 By: AndrewD : October 21st, 2011-18:10
The moderator team is as excited as all of you. Oliver has great taste and a gentle hand, and I look forward to his contribution. Some of you may enjoy revisiting the Purist-of-the-week interview I did with Oliver earlier this year: home.watchprosite&... 

Good news indeed! Congrats Oliver! [nt]

 
 By: fernando : October 21st, 2011-18:48
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Gee -- I thought you already were a Moderator, Oliver!

 
 By: Gary G : October 21st, 2011-20:44
Such is the quality and volume of your contributions to the dialogue here. Congratulations! I will look forward to meeting you often here, and hope to see you in January. Best, Gary

Thanks for letting the cat out of the bag, Magnus! :-)

 
 By: dxboon : October 21st, 2011-20:54
I admire Oliver's horological taste, great articles, and fine photography! He's a great asset to the team! I couldn't be happier! Welcome aboard, Oliver! Our luxurious world just got a little bit bigger...and better! Congratulations! Cheers, Daos

Congratulations there Sir. well deserved [nt]

 
 By: watch-guy.com : October 21st, 2011-21:04
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Cngratulations Oliver!

 
 By: SamEE : October 21st, 2011-21:13
I couldn't think of anyone better for the job. A great addition to an already great set of people! Thank you for all you do. Best SamEE

Congratulations Oliver

 
 By: dreamer8 : October 22nd, 2011-01:05
Cheers,dreamer

Congrats!

 
 By: KIH : October 22nd, 2011-08:30
Very subtle announcement, Magnus! Hope to see his formal inauguration speech soon Ken

Congrats Oliver ...

 
 By: -=EHH=- : October 23rd, 2011-01:49
first round of drinks in Dresden is on you! ;-D Seriously, you are the definition of a Purist: having a great heart, a warm personality, a sharp eye for detail and you posses tons and tons of knowledge you are happy to share but do not boast about. Pure C... 

Now it seems to be official ...

 
 By: small-luxury-world : October 23rd, 2011-08:39
(because it is written on the right corner) madness because of watches … PuristS Pro Moderator written on a “business” card … To be honest, I was not aware that there will be something like an announcement this weekend and therefore I was not prepared. No... 

Nice sentiments, Oliver ...

 
 By: AndrewD : October 23rd, 2011-22:37
Hope to meet you one day as well. There is much more pleasure than pain in moderating. Largely thanks to our fellow PuristS who make this place special. Welcome again and enjoy! Andrew

Attaboy, Oliver . . .

 
 By: Dr No : October 24th, 2011-12:24
. . . that's the spirit! Glad to have you aboard. Cordially, Art

Congratulations on this well deserved position Oliver

 
 By: RJW : October 25th, 2011-02:55
Moderator-at-large? Personally, I think you would be a great Lange forum moderator. Regards, Richard.

Congrats Oliver...

 
 By: ocwatching : October 24th, 2011-08:51
always enjoyed your posts and looking forward to more!

All the best as a new Moderator Oliver...

 
 By: moc : October 24th, 2011-15:10
well deserved ! Mo

That is flying under the radar - Big Congrats

 
 By: Bill : October 24th, 2011-17:38
Big warm welcome. Make sure to bring some armor or teflon LOL. Best Bill

"flying under the radar"

 
 By: small-luxury-world : October 24th, 2011-21:03
Bill, I like that Thanks, a lot! Oliver

Finally ....

 
 By: bimbeano : October 25th, 2011-01:17
... a true gentleman in the moderator team Congrats Oliver !!!! Filip

Congrats Oliver :) [nt]

 
 By: aldossari_faisal : October 25th, 2011-12:55
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