Dear friends of HSNY -
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to shroud our community with uncertainty, HSNY has decided today to cancel the Gala & Charity Auction on August 5th.
It was a difficult decision for HSNY to make, but the health and wellbeing of our members is our top concern. While we are no longer toasting in person this year, please know that HSNY is working hard to continue supporting watchmakers and our community financially with initiatives such as the Working Watchmakers Grant, the new Howard Robbins Award for Watchmaking Schools and the Henry B. Fried Scholarship for Watchmaking Students.
Gala guests will receive refunds by July 1 and have priority access to purchase tickets for HSNY’s 2021 Gala & Charity Auction once a date is set.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to making next year’s Gala the best one yet. In the meantime, HSNY wishes you good health and we hope to see you again soon.
Best wishes,
Horological Society of New York
Please enjoy this look back at HSNY’s 2019 Gala & Charity Auction.
Charity Auction, Presented by Christie’s
A selection of extraordinary timepieces, exceptional experiences and horological miscellanea will be up for sale at HSNY’s Gala & Charity Auction, with all proceeds benefitting HSNY's ongoing educational programs.
Lot 1 - Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm Black PVD
A blacked-out version of the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical. Hamilton equipped the new watch with the manually wound H-50 caliber, an exclusive movement that offers up an 80-hour power reserve, double that of the previous generation. Worn but in excellent condition. Donated by a HSNY member.
Estimate $400 - $700
Lot 2 - Greubel Forsey Manufacture Tour
The Greubel Forsey workplace, which is also importantly a living space, is forged in their own image. It perfectly reflects their duality - commitment both to heritage and to ground-breaking innovation. Greubel Forsey was previously divided over ten sites in La Chaux-de-Fonds but, in 2009, all activities were brought all under one roof, in a unique but dual-purpose setting. Donated by Greubel Forsey. Itinerary as follows:
1. Transport to Greubel Forsey from hotel (airfare not included)
2. Atelier visit with Stephen Forsey (schedule permitting)
3. Lunch at factory
4. Transport to hotel
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Lot 3 - An On-Set Movie Experience with TreeHouse Pictures
TreeHouse Pictures is a film production and finance company based in Los Angeles. Credits include: SET IT UP (Netflix) directed by Claire Scanlon and starring Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Lucy Liu and Taye Diggs, SAND CASTLE (Netflix) directed by Fernando Coimbra and starring Nicholas Hoult and Henry Cavill, MEDITERRANEA (released by Sundance Selects), written and directed by Jonas Carpignano, THAT AWKWARD MOMENT (released by Focus Features), written and directed by Thomas Gormican and starring Zac Efron, Imogen Poots, Miles Teller and Michael B. Jordan, Academy Award Nominee and Golden Globe Winner ALL IS LOST (released by Lionsgate/Roadside Attractions), starring Robert Redford and directed by J.C. Chandor, ADULT WORLD (released by IFC), directed by Scott Coffey and starring Emma Roberts and John Cusack, AT ANY PRICE, starring Dennis Quaid and Zac Efron, released by Sony Pictures Classics, and ARBITRAGE (released by Lionsgate/Roadside Attractions), directed by Nicholas Jarecki and featuring Richard Gere in his Golden Globe Nominated role as Robert Miller. Donated by TreeHouse Pictures.
Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
Lot 4 - NOMOS Glashütte Tangente Sport Limited Edition For HODINKEE & More
HODINKEE's second collaboration with NOMOS Glashütte sold out quickly, but one watch was held back for HSNY. As a sportier alternative to the classic Tangente, the watch's water resistance is tested to 100 meters and the indexes and heat-blued hands are filled with white Super-Luminova, which glows green in low-light conditions. To make the watch as versatile as possible, HODINKEE selected a dark grey dial, applying a soft lacquer-like coating to it that gives off a heather grey feel. The small seconds sub-dial features a subtle snailed decoration, offering a touch of added texture to the timekeeping display. Only 300 numbered editions of the NOMOS Tangente Sport Limited Edition for HODINKEE were produced. This lot also includes an editor signed copy of the HODINKEE "Watches" Book, published by Assouline, and dinner with Editor-in-Chief Jack Forster and Editor Cole Pennington at Carbone Restaurant in New York. Donated by HODINKEE.
Estimate $3,500 - $6,500
Lot 5 - Grand Seiko Horological & Gastronomic Experience For Two to Four People
A special horological and gastronomic experience for 2-4 people. To be hosted at a private location (TBD) with a Grand Seiko watchmaker who will provide a private watchmaking experience and interact with the Master Craftsman with Joe Kirk as a personal guide into the world of Grand Seiko. Following, the winner, their guest, Joe and the Master Craftsman will enjoy an omakase meal (lunch) prepared privately by acclaimed Master Sushi Chef Daisuke Nakazawa of Sushi Nakazawa. Donated by Grand Seiko.
Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
Lot 6 - Patek Philippe White Gold 'Grande Ellipse' Ref. 3589G, Made in 1974
When launched in 1970, the reference 3589 was designed to house the caliber 28-255, the thinnest and finest automatic movement available at the time. This is the same caliber used within the Patek Nautilus ref. 3700/1A when it was later released in 1976. Made with a wide selection of dial and strap/bracelet options, this white gold version features the highly desirable blued gold dial and white gold roman numerals. Accompanied by a Patek Philippe box and Extract From the Archives. Donated by Collectability.
Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
More to be announced soon!
Henry B. Fried Scholarship
Henry B. Fried instructing students on escapement mechanics. Photo courtesy of the Brooklyn Public Library.
Most watchmaking schools in the USA are free. Tuition is covered by a sponsoring brand, and usually the only school expense that the students cover are their tools. These schools are full-time two year programs, meaning paying for living expenses can be difficult. This is where the Henry B. Fried Scholarship comes in; the Horological Society of New York wants to help American watchmaking students succeed in every way.